House in Barneville-Carteret, Normandie

Maison Provost - 18th Century Home

Maison Provost - 18th Century Home

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Exterior of house from large walled in garden
Front of house from road
Side part of garden in summer with view of entrance to kitchen
Hallway entrance. Stairs go to second floor where five bedrooms are located
Petit salon/dining room

Overview of Maison Provost - 18th Century Home

Reviews
4.1 out of 5 Very good
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Barneville-Carteret, Normandie
  • Popular LocationBarneville Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarteret Lighthouse7 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Maison du Biscuit9 min drive
  • AirportCaen (CFR-Carpiquet)93 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Cheri (Rose Room)

2 Single Beds

Le Petit Chocolatier/Blue Room

1 Double Bed

Petit Salon

1 Double Bed

Topaze Room/Yellow Room

2 Single Beds

Tout Pour le Mieux/Master Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Une Femme Seule

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Blue Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ground floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Rose Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Maison Provost - 18th Century Home

This house belonged to Jeanne Provost, film and theatre actress (Comédie Française) 1920's to 1965. The house is located on a quiet street right by the center of town. There is a garden that faces the sea with views of the island of Jersey. Upstairs there are five bedrooms and two bathrooms. Downstairs there is a living room, a small den, kitchen, and dining room. There is also an additional bathroom with shower in the garage (great for washing off after a beach outing). All of the rooms are decorated with antiques. Every room has French windows which open to the garden, the terrace, and a view of the sea, including the islands of Jersey and Guernsey. The sea is 3 km (1 mi) away. There are two main beaches: Barneville and Carteret with miles of dunes and open beaches for strolling. Trekking is very popular in the area. There are several small towns close by for visiting as well as lovely drives up the coast to Cherbourg and around the other side of the peninsula to the WWII beaches (Utah Beach), St. Mere Eglise, Caen. For the history buff, there are many excellent museums in the area for day trips.

As we do not have central heat, in the winter, we will only rent out some rooms which will use radiators. We do have a wood stove now in the dining area which heats the kitchen and dining area and petit salon. Blue Room, Yellow Room, Rose Room, and Provost room. The salon will not be used, but there is a dining room and the den as well as a kitchen. The terrace and gardens are also open. The bathrooms also have heaters. NOTE: this is an older home with limited modern amenities. Kitchen is equipped. Bathrooms are functional. The bedding is new with duvet covers. The house has original furnishings so is a period piece. You must like older homes to stay here: some dust, some drafts, maybe a whiff of mustiness downstairs, but lots of character. We have installed new vinyl windows to withstand the Normandy storms. If you are near the ocean, there is wind, rain, and fantastic air quality. Open a window on a clear day and you will see Jersey Island.
In Spring and Summer, all rooms are available!

Prior residents and guests include church clergy, German soldiers during WW2, an English aviator hidden in the attic, a French actress in the Comedie Francaise (1900-1969), and families of a French general. The house is now owned by the family of the actress.
There is tremendous history in this 300 year old home.

Cette maison appartenait à Jeanne Provost, du film et actrice de théâtre (Comédie Française) 1920 à 1965. La maison est située dans une rue calme juste à côté du centre de la ville. Il y a un beau jardin qui fait face à la mer avec vue sur l'île de Jersey. A l'étage, il y a cinq chambres et deux salles de bains. En bas il y a une salle de séjour, une petite den, cuisine et salle à manger. Il y a aussi une salle de bain supplémentaire avec douche dans le garage (idéal pour le lavage après une sortie de plage). Toutes les chambres sont décorées avec des antiquités. Chaque chambre dispose de portes-fenêtres qui ouvrent sur le jardin, la terrasse et une vue sur la mer, y compris les îles de Jersey et Guernesey. La mer est à 3 km (1 mi) de distance. Il y a deux plages principales: Barneville et Carteret avec des miles de dunes et de plages ouvertes pour se promener. Trekking est très populaire dans la région. Il y a plusieurs petites villes à proximité pour visiter ainsi que de beaux disques de la côte à Cherbourg et autour de l'autre côté de la péninsule des plages WWII (Utah Beach), St. Mere Eglise, Caen. Pour les amateurs d'histoire, il y a beaucoup d'excellents musées dans la région pour des excursions.

Comme nous n'avons pas de chauffage central, en hiver, nous ne louerons que certaines chambres qui utiliseront des radiateurs. Nous avons maintenant un poêle à bois dans la salle à manger qui chauffe la cuisine et la salle à manger et le petit salon. Blue Room, Chambre Jaune, Rose Room, et salle Provost. Le salon ne sera pas utilisé, mais il y a une salle à manger et la fosse ainsi qu'une cuisine. La terrasse et les jardins sont également ouverts. Les salles de bains ont également chauffe. NOTE: Ceci est une vieille maison avec des équipements modernes limités. La cuisine est équipée. La maison a des meubles d'origine, donc c'est une pièce d'époque. Vous devez aimer les vieilles maisons pour rester ici: de la poussière, des courants d'air, beaucoup de caractère. Pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale, la maison a été occupée pendant plusieurs mois. Il y a une histoire formidable dans cette maison vieille de 300 ans.

Property manager

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Sea view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervise your children at all times.

Events

No events allowed
You can have reunions but not large parties, svp.

Pets

Pets allowed
There is a charge of 25 euros for each pet.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside and remove butts
Heaters in winter Please be careful with radiators in winter as too many are on at the same time, the fuses will blow. Shut off when not in room.
Wood Stove Careful to not over stock with wood. Be conservative.
Noise There are neighbors. Please keep noise down after 11 pm .

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: You can have reunions but not large parties, svp.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Barneville-Carteret

Located in Barneville-Carteret, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cotentin and Bessin Marsh Regional Natural Park and Barneville Beach, while Ecausseville Airship Hangar and Liberation Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider La Maison du Biscuit and Lessay Raceway and Aerodrome. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Barneville Beach - 3 min drive
  • Carteret Lighthouse - 7 min drive
  • La Maison du Biscuit - 9 min drive
  • Carteret Beach - 10 min drive
  • Barneville-Carteret - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Valognes Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Potinière - 5 min drive
  • Carpediem - 3 min drive
  • Le Noroit - 4 min walk
  • Le Repère Kabestan - 9 min drive
  • Bar du Port - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maison Provost - 18th Century Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Maison Provost - 18th Century Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maison Provost - 18th Century Home?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Maison Provost - 18th Century Home located?

This family-friendly Barneville-Carteret holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Barneville Beach, Cote des Isles Golf and Carteret Lighthouse. La Maison du Biscuit and Barneville-Carteret are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

4.1

Very good

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3.2/5

Cleanliness

4.7/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.5/5

Location

4.7/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Week end ascension
Propriété dans son jus, atypique, comme précisé sur l’annonce. L’emplacement est top !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/5 Good

Nicolas G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week-end dans la manche
Bon week-end dans cette maison pour le nouvel an
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

2/5 Poor

Susanne H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Wohnen im Museum
Es handelt sich um ein in dieser Region typisches Gebäude. Bei der Innenausstattung und dem Arrangement dessen hatte man das Gefühl, es ist vor etlichen Jahren vom Vorbesitzer verlassen und danach sich selbst überlassen worden. Der Pflegezustand und die Sauberkeit entsprach nicht unseren Vorstellungen. Kaputte Möbeln, staubige Innenschränke, muffiger Geruch im Eingangsbereich und schmutzige Fußböden waren vorzufinden. Schade. Dabei hat das Gebäude an sich sehr viel Charme. Gerne möchten wir in diesem Landesteil noch einmal Urlaub machen, aber nicht in diesem Haus. Gruß, Susanne
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

4/5 Good

antoine b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très agréable sejour
Très agréable séjour
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

5/5 Excellent

Solange d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un séjour agréable dans un cadre paisible et charmant
Une maison agréable et bien située, une bonne distribution des chambres, du charme. Des progrès à faire sur les sanitaires(impossible de remplir la baignoire donc de s'en servir ).Le cadre mérite mieux en matière de vaisselle :quantité vraiment insuffisante... et pas 3 assiettes pareilles...c'est dommage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Christine

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We are the grandchildren of Madame Provost who purchased this home after playing a lead role in Marcel Pagnol's Topaze. This was her summer home and her parents were early residents of the village and worked on promoting the area as a summer vacation spot. The beaches are wide at low tide (and nonexistent at high tide) with amazing sweeping views down the coast. Favorite beaches are Carteret, the beaches near Vieux Eglise on other side of the Cap (a grand place to go for sunsets with a bottle of bubbly), and further down the coast. Explore! Take a drive up the coast to Goury and across to Barfleur (mussel capitol). Every small village or small road has an adventure.

Why they chose this property

Location close to the sea; quiet village life; excellent access to shopping and local markets; air quality is superb; slow pace. You can see the island of Jersey from the back of the house where there is a large garden area to sit and reflect or play some games. We also have a petanque set you can take to the beach. The kitchen is simple but functional. No granite counters but plenty of older charm. There is an electric oven and stove, a few modcoms for cooking, coffee pot, kettle, etc. Markets are close by and there are numerous nearby town markets during the week. There are numerous paths to take walks. Our favorite is to walk from the house to Carteret. It takes about 30 minutes and is a lovely walk through the village of Tot, across the marshes, pass the harbor, and to the village or beyond to the beaches. It is also where the fishermen come in with their catch (you must keep up with the tide schedule) and where the ferry leaves for Jersey.

What makes this property unique

You have access to the entire house when renting in spring, summer and fall. There is plenty of space for a family reunion during those months. (We restrict the use of rooms in the winter due to limited heating, so that the grand salon and the master bedroom are not used.) The house has large rooms with wooden floors upstairs. Downstairs the salon is wood as well as the den; the dining room, entry way, and kitchen are tiled and terrazzo. There is one new wood stove in the dining room. Rates are based on the number of people. Please feel free to contact us regarding pets, events, or other requests you may have. We like a personal touch when renting as this is a family home which is much loved, and we can adjust to your needs. It is an older stone home (300 years); it is not modern. We consider it rustic French...so if you want to be in the 21st Century, this house is not for you! This is not a renovated French home. Think Monet's Giverny without the pond. Also, you may see a cobweb (so authentic) or dust (especially if windows are open) or even a mouse if you leave the doors open to the garden (and you're out). The house has new windows, doors, and bedding as well as beds. Our bathrooms are a bit ancient so if you are someone who values a certain ambiance in a bathroom, you'll be disappointed. However, the water is hot, the toilets flush, and the water pressure is reliable, and you can drink it!
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