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Family home: Large family apartment + sauna area

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the beach, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books
At Family home: Large family apartment + sauna area, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a playground. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and babysitting service.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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5 bedrooms3 bathrooms160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Family home: Large family apartment + sauna area

Welcome to Villa La Source – Sea Side,
a large family apartment set in the historic district of seaside villas in Hermanville-sur-Mer, just steps from Sword Beach, a landmark D-Day site.

🌊 The sea is so close it calls to you every morning.
A gentle walk or jog along miles of endless sand.
Each evening, the last golden glimmers light up shared aperitifs with feet in the sand or at the water’s edge.

A house by the old railway line

The villa was built alongside the former railway line (now the coastal road) that linked Caen to the coastal resorts once very popular in the early 20th century: Hermanville-sur-Mer, Lion-sur-Mer, and Luc-sur-Mer.

At that time, the house hosted a bar-restaurant and offered a few rooms for sea-bathing holidaymakers. The spirit of hospitality was already present.

During World War II, the house was partly destroyed in the Battle of the breach at Hermanville, then rebuilt in the 1950s using war damage funds. It retains its ground floor from the 1800s and its upper floor dates from 1950. Unfortunately, it lost its original Anglo‑Norman roof.

It was then divided into two independent units:

upstairs: a large sea-facing apartment for the children and grandchildren of the former owners,

ground floor: a peaceful, flowery apartment, meant for grandparents, facing the marshland bordering this area.

The house long belonged to the Diocese of Bayeux and was inhabited by a priest. From there it got its divine name: La Source.

The two parts each have their own entrance on the two streets that flank the property.

🏡 Your lodging: the upper part, sea side

You will stay in the upper portion of the villa, a bright and spacious duplex, with:

independent access via an outdoor staircase,

a fully enclosed private garden with a sunlit terrace,

and access to the sauna area.

It can comfortably host up to 10 people, with:

5 double bedrooms,

a bright living room for parents and a small TV nook for children,

a dining room,

a dining kitchen with sea view—perfect for watching the tides at breakfast,

one full bathroom and 3 showers,

and many cozy corners for living, laughing, staying together… or taking a little quiet time!

🌞 The beach? One minute on foot

From the garden, a quiet street leads directly to the beach. No road to cross, just the path straight to the sand.
In 1 minute, you reach the fine sandy beach.
And at the end of the road, the esplanade is pedestrian only—no cars, just the sound of gulls and children laughing.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A living cocoon for large tribes

La Source – Sea Side is more than just a space—it’s a living family home with soul, history, and an opening toward grand vacations together.
We cook together, play in the garden, share memories… and sometimes discover hidden historical anecdotes.

👉 And if you come in a large group, you can also rent the whole house (upstairs + ground floor), for up to 16 people.
See our listing “Tribus sur Mer – La Grande Source” to explore the full offer.

L’esprit de la maison

Villa La Source is a family home transformed into a holiday cocoon. Its name comes from its former ownership by the Diocese of Bayeux, when it was home to a priest. Here, large tribes find a comfortable, simple and welcoming reunion place.

We share meals in the garden, watch children return from the beach with buckets full of shells, and let ourselves live to the rhythm of tides and games.

And the extra bonus: you can also rent the entire house (both levels) to accommodate up to 16 people—perfect for large families or friends’ getaways. (See our “Tribus sur Mer – La Grande Source” listing.)

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 22 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 35

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Apartment
Independent With Sea View
Appartement Indépendant Avec vue sur mer
Independent apartment with sea view Apartment
Independent apartment with sea view Hermanville-sur-Mer

About the area

Located in Hermanville-sur-Mer, this holiday home is on the beach. N4 Commando Museum and Museum of the Atlantic Wall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Aquanacre and Caen Botanical Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Colline aux Oiseaux and Mini Golf Cote Green. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
Map
Hermanville sur mer, Normandie

What's nearby

  • Hermanville-sur-mer Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sword Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ouistreham Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Casino Barriere - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cabourg Beach - 23 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Caen Station - 26 min drive
  • Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Fabrique - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪L'alba - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Moulerie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casserole Et Bouchons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪L'Abri Côtier - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family home: Large family apartment + sauna area pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Family home: Large family apartment + sauna area?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family home: Large family apartment + sauna area?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Family home: Large family apartment + sauna area located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hermanville-sur-Mer holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hermanville-sur-mer Beach and Sword Beach. Ouistreham Beach and Sword Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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