At An artist's home, a peaceful retreat, 9 minutes from downtown Rouen, you can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
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An artist's home, a peaceful retreat, 9 minutes from downtown Rouen
Wi-Fi and free internet.<br>(Disappointing rate for a one-week stay,<br>3 VACATION - NOTE: Furnished 3-star apartments<br>OPTIONAL: final apartment cleaning €35 (cash on the day of arrival)<br>OPTIONAL: stay fee of €35 (cash payable on the day of arrival)<br>Check-in from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM and check-out before 11:00 AM (times are negotiable)<br>The tourist tax will be 1.10 euros per day per person starting January 1, 2019. The basic tourist tax is collected by Homeway; the 3-star supplement is collected by the owner<br>Security deposit: €400 security deposit due upon arrival, refundable on the day of departure provided no damage is found (check not cashed or cash)<br>Refundable deposit payable upon arrival by check or cash—400 EUR<br><br>For your weekends, vacation stays, and business trips, come discover this beautiful retreat nestled at the foot of a 17th-century Norman estate, featuring a meticulously curated interior—has been awarded a “3-star tourist rating” as well as the 3-clefs label, recognizing its standards of comfort and aesthetics. It is located in a welcoming town that enjoys a beautiful green setting near shops and just 9 minutes by bus or car from the historic centre of Rouen. You’ll stay connected to the world thanks to the Internet and FREE Wi-Fi. Free satellite TV. The bed is made upon arrival, sheets and towels are provided, heating is included, and parking in front of the hotel is free. <br>The train station is 4 km away. If you’re arriving by train, the owner will do his best to pick you up.<br>Check-in and check-out times are negotiable.<br>A welcome basket is provided, and if you stay a week or longer, you’ll be treated to homemade pastries.<br>Dates are flexible, and rates are adjusted accordingly.<br>Weather permitting, meals can be enjoyed in the garden, which overlooks the church tower bordering the property — the bells are silent and won’t disturb your sleep — (barbecue available upon request).<br>You’ll find the same comforts in this vacation home as you would at home; everything has been designed to ensure you have an unforgettable stay.<br>A two-minute walk from the metro bus stop, 9 minutes from the historic centre of Rouen, 100 kilometres from Paris, and less than 100 kilometres from the beaches of Normandy: Dieppe, Le Havre, Honfleur, Deauville, Trouville, Cabourg, Étretat, Le Tréport, Veules-les-Roses..., 80 km from Évreux, 80 km from Giverny—the location of this property is ideal for exploring all of Normandy and the Paris region.<br>From June through September, the sound and light show at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Rouen is back.<br> The magic will be back just in time for the tourist season—an opportunity for the public to discover or rediscover this free nightly show.<br>Broadcast schedule:<br>From June 12 to July 31:11:00 PM<br>From August 1 to August 15:10:30 p.m.<br>August 16–August 31:10:00 p.m.<br>From September 1 to September 27: 9:30 p.m.<br>When visiting Rouen, take the time to be charmed by its many attractions: the cathedral (14th century), St. Ouen Abbey (14th century), the Gros-Horloge (16th century), the Place du Vieux Marché and the Church of St. John the Archdeacon, the Palace of Justice (16th century), and the Jeanne Tower. Arc (13th century), the Church of Saint-Maclou, and the Jewish Memorial are its main attractions. The Old Town of Rouen, the Joan of Arc Museum, the Museum of Rivers and Ports, the Gustave Flaubert Museum, the Pierre Corneille House, the Museum of Fine Arts and its galleries, the Museum of Antiquities and the National Museum of Education, and the Natural History Museum are must-see attractions.<br>Numerous events are held throughout the year: the 24 Heures motonautiques on May 1 each year, the Joan of Arc Festival in late May, the Monet Cathedrals exhibitions from June through September, the St. Romain on exhibition (France’s second national
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Located in Darnetal, this vacation home is next to a golf course and on a river. Museum de Rouen and Musée des Antiquites are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Centre Culturel George Sand and Jardin des Plantes. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kindarena or Rouen Expo Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Darnetal travel guide
Is An artist's home, a peaceful retreat, 9 minutes from downtown Rouen pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at An artist's home, a peaceful retreat, 9 minutes from downtown Rouen?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at An artist's home, a peaceful retreat, 9 minutes from downtown Rouen?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is An artist's home, a peaceful retreat, 9 minutes from downtown Rouen located?
Situated in Darnetal, this golf vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Centre Culturel George Sand and within 3 mi (5 km) of Rouen Cemetery and Charles Nicolle Hospital. Panorama of Rouen from Côte Sainte-Catherine and Basilique Notre-Dame de Bonsecours are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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An artist's home, a peaceful retreat, 9 minutes from downtown Rouen Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Janine could not have been a better host! We had a fabulous time based at the artist's cottage, from where we explored Rouen, Amiens, the Route des Abbayes and Forêt. The house was well-equipped and wonderfully cool amid the high temperatures and the garden was a delight in which to enjoy dinner or drinks. We would highly recommend the cottage and Janine's hospitality.
A lovely place with a welcoming and helpful host who lives on site. Rouen is easily accessed with frequent buses. The place is secure and quiet (The church next door only rang its bells on Sunday) with a very pretty garden. The garden can only be accessed up a flight of steps outside so not accessible for all. Everything was as described, although the Internet is not fast. We had a great stay at Janine’s place exploring Rouen and the surrounding area.
We had a wonderful stay at this lovely place. Janine, the owner, was so kind and helpful. We took the bus into Rouen, and it was close by and easy to use. There are two markets nearby plus a weekly farmer’s market. The kitchen was well stocked and we ate several dinners in after spending full days driving around the easily accessible countryside. We would definitely stay here again! Thank you, Janine!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Archival
8/10 Good
Mary F.
Sep 5, 2015
Favorable
Janine's home is in Donetal about 10 minutes by car from the center of Rouen. A nice rental although the double bed is not real accommodating. All else was quite nice and Janine is very sweet. Her English is a tad bit better than my French which is close to bill. A good value and Rouen and the Normandy region is a must see
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6/10 Okay
dale b.
Oct 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
For our FIVE night stay, only One small roll of toilet paper was provided. There was a minuscule amount of soap in the bathroom, and no soap or shampoo in the shower. We had to search all the cupboards to find the towels. The bed linen is rough, and the pillow cases don’t fit North American style pillows. On the positive side our host was easy to communicate with, and when asked she gave us extra soap and toilet paper as well as some detergent for the washing machine (much appreciated).I could not find any reference in English to the cleaning fee, but we paid it nonetheless
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor
Luca
Aug 22, 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Appartamento modesto e non particolarmente pulito.
Ben due rotoli di vasta igienica per un soggiorno di 4 giorni.
Il soggiorno sarebbe anche stato sufficientemente positivo ma la padrona di casa non ci ha fatto sentire affatto ospiti graditi, zero empatia e mille regole da rispettare, praticamente una caserma.
Die Unterkunft ist nicht groß, aber sehr schön eingerichtet. Was man braucht, ist da. Via Satellit auch deutsches Fernsehen. Die Vermieterin war sehr freundlich, hilfsbereit und hat uns einen herzlichen Empfang bereitet. Für nur 1,.80 Euro pro Strecke kann man mit dem Bus in 20 min. Rouen erreichen
Das Künstlerhaus liegt in einem Vorort von Rouen, dennoch ist es nachts absolut ruhig. Es hat Charme und bietet auf engen Raum jeden Komfort. Es eignet sich sehr gut als Ausgangspunkt für Besichtigungen von Rouen ( sehr leicht mit dem Stadtbus erreichbar ), den wundervollen Abteien St. Martin und Jumieges - selbst der Traumgarten von Monet ist gut erreichbar.Die Gastgeberin ist sehr zuvorkommend. hilfreich und freundlich.Empfehlung für eine ungewöhnliche und schöne Unterkunft!
De l'arrivée au départ le séjour fut exemplaire d'autant que Janine nous a conseillé sur les musées et nous a consacré du temps pour des échanges et une visite de sa collection privée de tableaux. Le lieu est propre, fonctionnel, agréable avec son jardin, le quartier est calme et sa proximité avec Rouen en fait un hébergement idéal pour un séjour.Merci pour tout et au plaisir.
Wir haben den Aufenthalt in der schönen, gut eingerichteten Wohnung und die Nähe zu den Busverbindungen in die Stadt sehr genossen. Die Vermieterin war sehr zuvorkommend und nett.
Un passionnant séjour dans ce gîte accueillant, calme et chaleureux. Notre belle découverte, c'est Janine, notre hôtesse, dont la sympathie et la générosité, ont si bien su nous faire revivre l'artiste qui vécut en ces lieux, Marcel PELTIER;
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans ce gîte très confortable. Bien aménagé avec tout le confort disponible. Un jardin, une terrasse, très appréciables en ces derniers jours d'été.
Une très belle maison ancienne, où vécut un peintre et lithographe renommé, Marcel Peltier.
Bien situé, à proximité de Rouen, accessible en voiture et surtout en transports en commun. Parking devant la maison ou près de l'église qui est en face.
Nous avons été très bien accueillis par sa propriétaire, Janine, très disponible si besoin.
Nous recommandons vivement ce gîte.
Accueil très flexible sur l'horaire, chaleureux et attentionné. Un excellent week-end, dans un appartement plein de charme, très bien équipé, et d'un calme absolu.
ruhige Lage, dennoch zentral, sehr gute Einkaufsmöglickeiten vor Ort, wunderbarer kleiner Garten
Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Von dort ist Rouen mit dem Rad schnell erreichbar. Vom Haus aus konnten wir auch eine schöne Wandertour unternehmen. In dem Haus war alles vorhanden, um gut zu kochen. Für alles Erdenkliche war gesorgt.
Après un accueil très agréable de janine dans une maison bien conçue et confortable,
nous avons vu l'armada avec les magnifiques voiliers, la cathédrale et ses rues avoisinantes avec des maisons à colombages pour finir avec un superbe feu d'artifice.