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Gîte "le grand bois", near Saint-Omer

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A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to a loft area.
A backyard with a brick house, a swing set, and a small shed.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.
A living room with exposed wooden beams, a brick wall, a white sofa, and a glass table.
A brick building with a red-tiled roof, a wooden door, and a small patio with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
3 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Helfaut, Hauts-de-France
  • Place, Regional Natural Park of the Caps and Opal Marsh
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of La Coupole
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Calais
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gîte "le grand bois", near Saint-Omer

Gîte "le grand bois" (6 people maximum) adjoining the gite "le petit bois" and the owner's house.
Cottage located in a very quiet hamlet in the town of Helfaut, 3 km from the A26 motorway, 7 km from Saint-Omer (its lively town center, its cathedral, the Audomarois Marsh listed by UNESCO, the house of the Marais, the dome of Helfaut at 3 km (war museum 39/45), the forest of Clairmarais.

We look forward to welcoming you to this brand new, fully equipped gîte and advising you on the many activities and good addresses possible.
Mountain bikes for adults and children are available and many hikes are possible from the cottage.
WIFI, private parking and enclosed grounds, garden with games for children, garden furniture, barbecue.

Cassel: 23 km, Cap Blanc nez: 57 km, Cap Gris Nez: 65 km, Calais: 47km, Boulogne / Mer -Nausicaa: 50 km, Le Touquet -Paris Plage: 65 km, Berck / sea: 70km, Lille and Arras : 70 km, Bergues (city of ch'tis): 40 km, Louvre Lens: 55 km.

Rural house of 90 m², adjoining the cottage "le petit bois" and the owner's house, new and completely renovated, private parking, enclosed grounds, large shared garden with access to outdoor games (small wooden house, slide, swing) , garden furniture, barbecue.
It consists :
on the ground floor: a large entrance hall with separate wc, a fully equipped kitchen living room (induction hob, electric oven, fridge, dishwasher), in the lounge area 2 large sofas and an armchair, TV flat screen satellite decoder with foreign channels, 2 double bedrooms (140x190), a bathroom with double sink, 70x110 shower and washing machine.
Upstairs: a bedroom with 2 twin 80x200 beds.

Deposit 200 € to be paid on site.
Animal not allowed because authorized in the adjoining gîte "le petit bois".

Heating and electricity included up to
24 kwh / day: the excess will be invoiced.

weekend off season: Friday 5 p.m. to Sunday 11 a.m. (or Saturday 3 p.m. to Monday 10 a.m.)

Maximum 4 people for companies in 4 different beds.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Chaise haute, lit parapluie, baignoire bébé
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Fumer à l'extérieur du gîte

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1787498a
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Helfaut

Located in Helfaut, this cottage is in the city centre and near theme parks. Museum of La Coupole and Hotel Sandelin Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jardin Public de Saint-Omer and Clownland. Travelling with kids? Consider Les Faiseurs de Bateaux and Fontinettes Boat Lift. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Helfaut, Hauts-de-France

What's nearby

  • Regional Natural Park of the Caps and Opal Marsh - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Museum of La Coupole - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Port of Calais - 32 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Calais Beach - 38 min drive - 55.4 km
  • Cap Blanc-Nez - 53 min drive - 67.0 km

Getting around

  • Renescure Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buffalo Grill Longuenesse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Au Bureau Longuenesse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Café de France - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Le Passage Merveilleux - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gîte "le grand bois", near Saint-Omer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gîte "le grand bois", near Saint-Omer?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gîte "le grand bois", near Saint-Omer on 23 Nov 2026 start from AU$425, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gîte "le grand bois", near Saint-Omer?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gîte "le grand bois", near Saint-Omer?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gîte "le grand bois", near Saint-Omer?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gîte "le grand bois", near Saint-Omer located?

This family-friendly cottage is located in the city centre, within 3 mi (5 km) of Regional Natural Park of the Caps and Opal Marsh and Museum of La Coupole. Jardin Public de Saint-Omer and Clownland are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very good stay, nice place very quiet.

Nice house with everything you need. Very pleasant owner. Clean, quit place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2023
Famille néerlandaise sympathique, gîte rendu en très bon état. Au plaisir, qui sait
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for families

This is a wonderful living space, with a well-equipped kitchen and a lovely garden. The host was very helpful. For big family gatherings you can book the gite right next door. It has less living space but more than one bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heel relaxed

De gîte was compleet ingericht. Het ontbrak ons aan niets. Vooral de pelletkachel was een topper.De ontvangst door en de communicatie met de gastheer was uitstekend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2025
Un couple Néerlandais venu finir l’année 2024 en France : rien à redire , très bons échanges, clientèle parfaite qu’on accueille tous les jours ! Merci à vous et au plaisir de vous revoir !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Een heerlijk huis met tuin en zeer aardige behulpzame eigenaar

Een groot huis met goed uitgeruste keuken. Een heerlijke tuin met veel speelgoed voor kinderen. Er zijn heel veel leuke dingen te doen in de omgeving en de kust is 45 min rijden. Heerlijk en absolute aanrader!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aanrader !

Zeker een aanrader als je de buurt van St-Omer wilt verkennen. Ook niet ver gelegen van oa Boulogne-Sur-Mer en zeer vlotte baan om tot bij de kust te geraken. Uitbater is gastvrij en steeds behulpzaam bij eventueel probleem. Enig minpuntje is misschien de donkerte binnen in (weinig ramen) maar palletkachel geeft zeker een aangenaam gevoel in de wintermaanden. Adresje om te bewaren dus
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parfait

Accueil parfait. Gite conforme aux descriptions. Propriétaire très accueillant et disponible. On peut y aller et y revenir les yeux fermés. Fidèle à la réputation des gens du Nord.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2023
Famille très sympathique et respectueuse des lieux qu’on accueille tous les jours! Rien à redire : merci à vous et au plaisir quisait !
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Gîte propre et de qualité

Le séjour a été très agréable, dans un cadre verdoyant et fleuri. Mon appréciation générale est très favorable, je mets néanmoins un bémol en ce qui concerne l'accès à l'étage qui dessert la chambre (celle qui à vocation à accueillir des enfants puisqu'équipée de deux lits séparés) : l'escalier est étroit et très raide, la rampe d'accès peu sécurisante. Egalement bon à savoir, le bruit de l'autoroute qui passe à proximité est plus ou moins perceptible selon le sens du vent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parfait!

Location conforme à la description, spacieuse, propre et au calme! Beau terrain de jeux pour les enfants. Jardin parfaitement entretenu. Très bon accueil du propriétaire. Rien à dire tout était parfait !
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2022
Une famille sympathique et discrète. Très bons contacts , gîte rendu en très bon état : je recommande Delphine! Au plaisir qui sait, et merci pour l’avis qui fait toujours plaisir !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gîte très propre et fonctionnel. Idéalement situé pour nos sorties programmées.

Bon accueil avec le propriétaire. Tranquillité et confiance mutuelle. Gîte très agréable et fonctionnel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2022
Groupe d’amis sympathiques , très bonne communication, respect des lieux: location sans problème. Au plaisir qui sait.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe gite, permettant de nombreuses découvertes de la région

L'accueil du propriétaire a été très chaleureux et il nous a fourni de nombreux conseils. Pendant le séjour, il s'est assuré que tout allait bien et nous le remercions beaucoup pour son attention. Le gite est très bien équipé et l'espace à vivre est très agréable. La localisation du gite nous a permis de découvrir entre autres, Lille, le bassin minier, Dunkerque, Calais et la cote d'Opale.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2022
Très bons contacts avec ce couple charmant venu découvrir le Pas-de-Calais: j’ai même reçu par mail un album photos de grande qualité présentant tous les sites visités ! Je recommande ce couple sans réserve! Au plaisir , qui sait !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idéal.

Moment Idéal passé en famille… dans ce gîte au calme à la campagne.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Une famille très sympathique et respectueuse des lieux , qu’on accueille tous les jours. Gîte rendu impeccable. Au plaisir qui sait !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

een goed verblijfadres

zeer aangenaam ontvangst van de eigenaar, alles was proper en naar wens .. een aanrader
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2022
Un groupe d’amis belges vraiment très sympathiques, discrets, qui semblaient vraiment ravis de leur séjour dans le gîte et qui ont rendu l’ont rendu impeccable . Au plaisir qui sait !
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bien

Gîte très sympa 👍, le seul petit reproche que j'aurai à faire est qu'il manque de luminosité. Le jardin partagé avec toboggan, trampoline, chalet pour enfants top 👍 Portail avant d'accéder à la route donc bien quand on a des enfants 😊. Les petites attentions du propriétaire sont appréciables. Nous avons passé un bon séjour.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nord du France

Uitstekend. Heel mooi huisje op een rustige en centrale plaats. De gastheer is heel aangenaam. Een aanrader!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property!

We stayed here for a long weekend to visit the Blockhaus at Eperleques and La Coupole Museum, the property was amazing, lovely and clean, nicely furnished and Stan was a lovely host. I would definitely recommend and we will return as there is so much to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Une famille anglaise charmante, sympathique, respectueuse et discrète. Gîte rendu impeccable , rien à dire. Au plaisir , qui sait, pour une plus longue durée qu'un week-end !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Gite

Lovely, well appointed Gite which is great for children. Lovely garden, lots to do and a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Une famille franco anglaise sympathique et discrète . Très bonne communication et entente avec le gite mitoyen occupée par une famille française. Merci à vous et au plaisir de vous accueillir une prochaine fois qui sait!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
Famille sympathique, gite rendu impeccable : on les accueille tous les jours . Au plaisir qui sait !

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