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La FONTAINE DES PRES

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Cherbourg-en-Cotentin cottage

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
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Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Tourlaville, Manche
  • Place, beach near Boulevard de Collignon
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Plage de Bretteville
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, La Cité de la Mer
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Cherbourg-en-Cotentin

On the beach.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Cherbourg-en-Cotentin cottage, you'll find Plage de Bretteville and Château des Ravalet. Fun Box and Cherbourg Ferry Terminal are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach near Boulevard de Collignon - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Plage de Bretteville - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • La Cité de la Mer - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Cherbourg Tourism Office - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Holy Trinity Basilica - 11 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Cherbourg Station - 14 min drive
  • Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taverne De Valhalla - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Quai des Mers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪359 Brewsquare - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Café de Paris - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Le Smiley - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

La FONTAINE DES PRES

Welcome to the Fontaine des près.

Small farmhouse from 1830 having served as a stable during the construction of the Port du Becquet.
Located to the west of the Port du Becquet, the Fontaine des Près is the name of the spring which flows near the fields and near remaining. It was captured in 1787.

You will appreciate the 30m2 living room with its wooden floors and pellet stove offering warmth and comfort.
- A 13m2 bedroom with a 190x200 King size bed with plenty of storage space and an additional bed with a 120 * 180 convertible sofa - A small fully equipped kitchen, dishwasher, oven, microwave and hob inductions, opening directly onto the outdoor terrace.
- A bathroom with a beautiful walk-in shower also including a washer-dryer and fan heater.
- The 17m2 exterior terrace facing south-west, is sheltered from the wind and overlooks a 170m2 garden.

You can also have bicycles to enjoy beautiful walks.

Have a good stay.

Amelie and Arnaud

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Pas d'équipements sur place

Events

No events allowed

Évènements

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: évènements
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: évènements Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 89202382100010

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Cherbourg En Cotentin

Vrbo Property Private vacation home

Vrbo Property Cherbourg-en-Cotentin

Vrbo Property Private vacation home Cherbourg-en-Cotentin

Frequently asked questions

How close is La FONTAINE DES PRES to the airport?

This cottage is 167 mi (305-min drive) away from the Alderney (ACI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does La FONTAINE DES PRES have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is La FONTAINE DES PRES to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La FONTAINE DES PRES offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at La FONTAINE DES PRES?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Casino Cherbourg en Cotentin (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at La FONTAINE DES PRES?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

Is there free parking at La FONTAINE DES PRES?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does La FONTAINE DES PRES have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does La FONTAINE DES PRES have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is La FONTAINE DES PRES to downtown Cherbourg-en-Cotentin?

This cottage is 1 mi away from Tourlaville.

La FONTAINE DES PRES Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sejour mars 2025

Sejour d'une semaine, Très très satisfait du logement, il y a tout le confort nécessaire, la déco est faite avec goût, literie confortable, accueil chaleureux du propriétaire.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susannne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Eine Woche in der Normandie

Dies hübsche, liebevoll eingerichtete Ferienhaus mit ruhigem kleinen Garten ist ein toller Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen, Radtouren und Ausflüge. Die Kommunikation mit dem Gastgeber war freundlich und unkompliziert. Sehr empfehlenswert!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

muriel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tres belle escapade dans ce gite exceptionnel

Plusieurs jours passés dans ce gite douillet, grand confort. A 300 m de la mer, sous le soleil tant attendu, super jardin ensoleillé. Tout est très bien pensé pour profiter. Foncez !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magnifique sejour

Nous avons passé un magnifique séjour ( 3 adultes) dans ce gîte très propre , magnifiquement decoré avec des extérieurs bien exposés et au calme , à 2 pas du port du becquet . Superbes balades à pied en bord de mer. Accueil au top également.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Astrid K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Schöner Urlaub

Herzlicher Empfang und einen sehr schöner Aufenthalt in diesem wunderschön eingerichteten Cottage. Wir fühlten uns wie zu Hause - sehr gute Ausstattung. Fotos entsprechen der Realität. Gute Lage für viele Ausflüge.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

DOMINIQUE F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Escapade Normande

Après un accueil des plus chaleureux par Amélie Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans ce gîte à la décoration très soignée .nous nous sommes sentis comme à la maison. Il ne manque rien , tout est à sa place. Logement central pour visiter la région . A réserver sans hésitation . Encore merci à notre hôte pour sa gentillesse . Dominique Brigitte
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness

chaleureux et élégant

Gite de grand confort avec une décoration contemporaine et soignée, idéalement situé à la sortie de Cherbourg et à 2mn de la plage. Un endroit que l'on a du mal à quitter ! Sauf avec l'envie d'y revenir!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

sylvie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent séjour dans joli gîte chaleureux

Nous avons été très bien accueillis dans ce gîte bien agencé et décoré avec goût. Nous recommandons cette adresse pour découvrir cet endroit du Cotentin très riche et très joli (chemins des douaniers, paysage de campagne normande.....).
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021