Villa facing the sea and the remains of the landing

Property is old but quaint. Some lights do not work. Part of the listing mentioned a hot tub or spa. There is not one.

Quiet situation. The house is on quite a narrow impasse and the gate is not enormous. Anyone with a car larger than ours (Skoda Yeti 1m 75 cm wide) could find it a bit tight getting in and out. There are some parking spaces round the corner. All contact was with the concierge, timely and professional. The sea-facing terrace also faces north and can be bracing, but the one overlooking the garden is quite a sun-trap, and sheltered. There is adequate shopping in Asnelles with a small Carrefour supermarket and a very good baker. Two restaurants are handy – Le Barak’a quite brilliant. All contact was with the concierge, Isabelle, who was timely and professional. We took the package which includes cleaning. We brought our own bedding, towels etc so cannot comment on the provision for that. Given the overall state of the property, cleaning was adequate. There are folding chairs to take to the beach, wind-break and parasols. There are several things prospective visitors need to know. Access is tight and the sanitary arrangements are wanting: there is a plunger under the sink. After a couple of days my husband started coughing quite a lot. His respiratory system is sensitive to a black mould. There are patches of black mould on the ceiling in the main room and the wood panelling in the bathroom is quite riddled with it. We are glad we stayed here on Gold Beach but do not actually know anyone to whom we would recommend this property without letting them know its shortcomings.

a wonderful stay

La Morvandelle is an old house, with old furniture and fittings. However, it is ideally situated for visiting the Normandy Landing Beaches. The house has direct access to the promenade and the Gold Beach landing site at Asnelles. The remains of the Mulberry Harbour caissons can clearly be seen from the North Terrace at low tide. Recommended.