La Musardière, a cottage 5 mn from Omaha Beach, in the heart of the Dday beaches
La Musardière is a charming, bright cottage, pleasant to live in, with all modern comforts. Its surface area is 73 m2.
With its two bedrooms, this cottage for 4 to 5 people is perfect for accommodating two couples or a family of up to 5 people. The upstairs bedroom can be arranged for both children and a couple, offering accommodation flexibility. In addition, each bedroom has its own bathroom, thus guaranteeing total autonomy and privacy for all occupants.
Its location in Formigny is ideal for visiting Normandy. The famous fine sand beach of Omaha Beach, 5 km long, is 5 minutes by car. The surrounding nature offers beautiful walks or bike rides along the coastal paths, in the Cotentin and Bessin marshes. The magnificent medieval town of Bayeux is 10 minutes away, Port-en-Bessin and Grandcamp-Maisy, two charming fishing ports, are 15mm away, Mont Saint Michel is 1h30 away, etc. La Musardière will offer you a haven of peace after your days exploration. You will also enjoy its pleasant garden equipped with deckchairs, a barbecue and a south-facing terrace with a garden table and chairs.
This fully restored accommodation occupies the former bakery of the outbuildings of a former small manor farm which has retained all the authentic character of Bessin.
The owners' house is approximately 40 meters away. Private parking at the foot of the cottage can accommodate 2 cars.
All the usual shops await you in Trévières (5 minutes by car). Formigny also has a supermarket with its daily bread supply less than 2 minutes by car.
Accommodation description On the ground floor : - a living space with a fully equipped kitchen to allow you to easily prepare your meals, a lounge area and a dining area. - a master bedroom (160x200 bed) with adjoining bathroom (shower + sink), - independent toilets - laundry room (washing machine and dryer) Upstairs : - a bedroom (3 90 x 200 beds) with a bathroom (shower + sink + WC).
Note:
The published price per night corresponds to a stay of at least 4 nights. However, short stays of 3 nights are possible, in this case contact us for the price.
Our rate includes heating, bed linens, towels, and kitchen linens. Beds will also be made upon your arrival.
La Musardière is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Possibility of parking 5 bicycles in the cart shed.
New gîte, rated 3 stars, online since the end of April 2024.
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About the area
Formigny
Located in Formigny La Bataille, this cottage is in a rural area and by the ocean. Ferme de la Sapiniere Winery and Bayeux Aventure are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Vergers de Romilly and Bayeux Botanical Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
Ferme de la Sapiniere Winery - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
Omaha Beach Memorial Museum - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
Omaha Beach - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
Overlord Museum - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
D-Day Omaha Museum - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
Getting around
Le Molay-Littry Station - 14 min drive
Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
L'Omaha - 6 min drive
l'Omaha Bar - 6 min drive
La Cremaillere - 4 min drive
D’ Day House - 6 min drive
L’embusqué - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is La Musardière, a cottage 5 mn from Omaha Beach, in the heart of the Dday beaches pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at La Musardière, a cottage 5 mn from Omaha Beach, in the heart of the Dday beaches?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Musardière, a cottage 5 mn from Omaha Beach, in the heart of the Dday beaches on 21 May 2026 start from AU$244, 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 La Musardière, a cottage 5 mn from Omaha Beach, in the heart of the Dday beaches?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at La Musardière, a cottage 5 mn from Omaha Beach, in the heart of the Dday beaches?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at La Musardière, a cottage 5 mn from Omaha Beach, in the heart of the Dday beaches?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is La Musardière, a cottage 5 mn from Omaha Beach, in the heart of the Dday beaches located?
This family-friendly Formigny La Bataille cottage is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ferme de la Sapiniere Winery, Overlord Museum and Big Red One Assault Museum. Omaha Beach and Baie de la Seine are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a lovely time visiting WW2 sites and museums. Marc was extremely helpful, gave us advice on where to visit and was happy to make dinner reservations for us.
Deborah D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2025
Thank you very much for your review. We're delighted you had a pleasant stay. It was a real pleasure welcoming you and advising you on the D-Day landing sites.
We hope to see you again at La Musardière.
Bénédicte et Marc
This home is beautifully decorated and furnished with everything we needed for our stay. We were warmly welcomed by our hosts and given a quick tour explaining the equipment as well as all the rules of the property. It’s in a lovely setting and perfect location for touring the area. I highly recommend this property- you won’t be disappointed!
susan b.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your review. We're delighted that the decor and amenities at La Musardière contributed to your pleasant stay. Your mention of the warm welcome means a lot to us; it's important to us that you feel immediately at ease. We're also delighted that you appreciated the setting and location, perfect for exploring our beautiful region. We sincerely thank you for your warm recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to Formigny.
Sincerely,
Bénédicte and Marc
Excellent location to access the D Day Landing beaches
Bénédicte and Marc were excellent hosts! They were extremely welcoming and gave us several ‘tastes of Normandy’.Their gîte is is a beautiful building, formerly the bakery, restored to an extremely high standard! We were very happy to stay there to explore the Normandy beaches. We would happily stay here again!!
John P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Dear John,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at our gîte and found it a perfect base for exploring the Normandy beaches. We were really pleased to meet you and we'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Bénédicte and Marc
Cosy stay with very caring owners. We recommend warmly
Hugues V.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2025
Dear Isabelle, dear Hugues,
A big big thank you for your pleasant review which naturally makes us very happy. We are particularly delighted to have met you and our dearest wish is to be able to welcome you back to the cottage La Musardière and for it to become a place for you to recharge your batteries. You already know our corner of Normandy well, but we hope to make you discover even more of its landscapes, its heritage and its History.
Good luck to both of you.
Very cordially,
Bénédicte and Marc
We had a fantastic stay at La Musardiere. The property was perfect in every way and the hosts are wonderful people. The cottage is situated in a great location, quiet and peaceful but yet so close to some many places. Bayeux, D-Day beaches and museums and the beautiful countryside. Recommend staying. Will be back.
Scott B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Dear Scott,
Thank you for your wonderful review, which we are very pleased to receive. We are delighted to hear that your stay at La Musardière was fantastic and that our property was perfect in every way.
It is a real pleasure to know that you enjoyed the peace and quiet of our location, while being so close to iconic sites like Bayeux, the D-Day beaches and museums, and the beautiful Normandy countryside.
Your comments on our hospitality truly mean a lot to us. It is our priority to make our guests feel at home.
We would absolutely love to welcome you again and look forward to your next visit.
Sincerely,
Bénédicte and Marc
We were welcomed like family! Their hospitality is off the charts! Marc made dinner reservations for us to a restaurant that they recommended. They played a big part in making our Normandy experience a memorable one! We now have friends from Normandy!
Marc P.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2025
A huge thank you for your review, which touches our hearts. It was a joy for us to have welcomed you and your children and to have helped you discover Normandy. Your joy and enthusiasm are what make our work so rewarding. We are so happy to have shared these moments with you, and we also consider ourselves new friends. Don't hesitate to contact us again if you feel like a Norman getaway again.
Kind regards,
Bénédicte and Marc
Our stay at La Musardiére was fabulous , the accommodation is brand new and immaculate and Marc and Bénédicte the hosts were absolutely amazing , they can offer so much advice about the local area and places to visit and eat , they were fabulous with us when my mum had an accident and ended up in the local hospital, we would now class them as friends, we would have no hesitation in returning and highly recommend anyone to stay there
Allison M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
Dear Allison,
A huge thank you for your review which really touches us. We were delighted to meet you, your husband and your parents. Being able to welcome you back to La Musardière will naturally please us. It will be as friends from now on. We will be happy to help you discover the varied charms of our corner of Normandy.
Did you get back safely? Is it possible for you to give us news of your mother?
With all our friendship.
Bénédicte and Marc
Beautiful gite, great base for exploring, amazing hosts!
We had an amazing 1-week family holiday at La Musadière! The gite is beautiful, clean, well equipped and quiet. It has a huge garden, and Marc and Bénédicte allowed us to use their trampoline and football goals, which kept the kids busy! Lots of historical and kid-friendly things are within about 20 minutes’ drive so it was a great base for exploring the area. Marc and Bénédicte were wonderful hosts - they gave us so many great recommendations and really made our stay extra-special with their warm welcome. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!
CLAIRE F.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Dear Claire,
We are delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful family vacation at La Musardière! It was a pleasure to welcome you and see the children playing in the garden.
We are very happy that you enjoyed the cottage, its amenities, and its ideal location for exploring our beautiful region. It gives us great satisfaction to know that we helped make your stay memorable.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
Warm regards,
Marc and Bénédicte
Our family of 4 had an incredible 3 night stay at this cottage. It was spacious and lovely, and the open grass grounds were great for our boys to play after our days of visiting the D Day museums and sights. Benedicte and Marc greeted us with a warm welcome, fresh jam, and tons of brochures for things to do during our stay. Every recommendation they gave us was superb! We will definitely be back if ever in the area again, and will recommend this place to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, home away from home in Normandy. Just fabulous!
Catharine T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
A huge thank you, Catharine, for this glowing review, which naturally makes us very happy. We are delighted to learn that your family of four had an "incredible" stay in our cottage. It's a joy to know that the space and outdoor areas allowed your boys to let off steam after their intense days of visiting D-Day sites.
We are also very touched that you appreciated our welcome, the thoughtful touches, and our recommendations. It's always a pleasure to share our love for Normandy.
We would be delighted to welcome you again if your path takes you back to the region, and we are honored that you recommend our cottage, La Musardière.
Take care and let's keep in touch.
Warm regards,
Bénédicte and Marc
Perfect. One word to describe our stay. From the information pack sent prior to arrival to them greeting us, looking after us and waving us off our stay was perfect. Property was immaculate. Modern and new but also traditional. Location was suitable for visiting all of the Normandy coast.
Caroline L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2024
A very big thank you Caroline for leaving the cottage in an impeccable state of cleanliness. We took great pleasure in meeting you and we really appreciated your kindness. Of course we thank you for your opinion which encourages us. We hope to be able to welcome you back to La Musardière and make you discover even more our corner of Normandy.
Take care of yourself.
Very cordially
Bénédicte and Marc
Our week in La Mousardiere was wonderful. The cottage was beautiful with a newly renovated modern interior. Everything was spotlessly clean and the modern kitchen was equipped with everything you could want and more. Our hosts Benedicte and Marc were a lovely, welcoming couple who could not have been more helpful in providing us with lots of suggestions for restaurants and visits. Certainly worth another visit.
George W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2024
Dear Anne, dear Georges
A big thank you for your opinion which touches us a lot. We were very happy to meet you and we appreciated your kindness and your charisma. Now we consider you as friends. We promise if we pass through Edinburgh we will let you know. Naturally it will be with great pleasure that we welcome you to La Musardière. In the meantime take care and enjoy your week in Quimper.
Best regards.
Bénédicte and Marc
We spent a week in this lovely house which is very well equipped. The beds are very good. The kitchen has everything you need and more. Marc and Benedicte are lovely persons whom we want to thank from The bottom of our hearts.Merci millefois!
Aad v.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2025
A big thank you, Aad, for your review, which we're very pleased with.
Thank you also for leaving the cottage absolutely spotless. Please know that we were delighted to meet you and that we appreciated all three of you. Naturally, we hope to welcome you again and help you discover even more of our corner of Normandy.
Best regards,
Bénédicte and Marc
I cannot recommend this house more strongly, or more happily. It was perfect. It was beyond perfect! If you are visiting the Normandy area, the location is perfect. The little town nearby is adorable. The owners are wonderful, and made us feel so welcome. The beds are comfortable, and it was the cleanest house I have ever been in. The grounds are beautiful. Our only regret was having to leave!
Peter N. M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2024
Dear Peter,
First of all, a huge thank you for your review which touched us a lot. Knowing that you had a great time at La Musardière is a great pleasure for us. Getting to know you was also a great moment. We sincerely hope to be able to welcome you again and help you discover the different charms of our corner of Normandy. Know that the little cloth dotted with bulls that is used to clean glasses is waiting for you!
Take care and let's keep in touch.
Best regards.
Bénédicte and Marc
First, Bénédicte and Marc are the best hosts I’ve ever had. They met us at the cottage and greeted us as family. They gave us so many wonderful treats and suggestions and made our trip more memorable. The cottage is beautiful, spacious, comfortable and spotless. It has everything you need. The location is beautiful and quiet plus it’s easy to access all the historic and beautiful places Normandy has to offer. I hope to stay there again. Thank you so much Bénédicte and Marc!
Stephanie T.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2024
Many thanks, dear Stephanie, for your review which makes us very happy. We were delighted to meet your family. Of course we will be also very happy to welcome you again to help you discover more deeply the charms of our part of Normandy.
Let's keep in touch and take care.
Very sincerely.
Bénédicte and Marc
We loved the cottage. Everything has been converted beautifully and with an immaculate finish. The kitchen has absolutely everything you need, the beds are very comfortable and the setting is stunning. Benedicte & Marc are wonderfully kind hosts and gave us lots of suggestions for visits. We would recommend the cottage to anyone looking for a quiet and relaxing place to stay within easy reach of the landing beaches and Bayeux. We will definitely be coming back. Mille mercis a Benedicte & Marc
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2024
Dear Jo and Dick
A very big thank you for your review of your stay at the cottage La Musardière. We are particularly sensitive to it and it encourages us. We were delighted to meet you and we hope to be able to welcome you back to La Musardière and help you discover even more of the landscapes and heritage of our corner of Normandy.
Take care of yourself.
Very cordially
Bénédicte and Marc
We had the best VRBO experience ever, in this property. It is absolutely beautiful and its practically brand new inside with all the amenities that you have at home. This stone farmhouse is magical and even more magical are the hosts who live a few steps away in the home on the property. They are amazing! When we had a travel snafu, they immediately gave assistance and knew how to help. They are a beautiful couple whose family has owned this property for a very long time. They went out of their way to make our stay spectacular. We spent a week there visiting the Normandy memorials, beaches, historical sites and museums. And like other reviewers, we did not want to leave our beautiful stone farmhouse. If I were to go back to Normandy again, I will definitely stay here.
Jeffrey C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2024
A huge thank you Jeff for your review which of course delights us and also encourages us. Welcoming you with your son and your brother was a great moment of happiness for us. We would naturally like to welcome you again and make you discover even more our corner of Normandy so rich in history, castles, churches, abbeys and manor farms and... landscapes with varied charms.
Bénédicte and Marc
Des hôtes très sympathiques, empathiques qui nous ont accueillis avec beaucoup de gentillesse. La maison a été rénovée l'année dernière. tout nous convenait très bien. Nous avons exploré la Normandie à vélo. La région est idéale pour faire du vélo. Un grand merci aux famille lepoutre
Bernhard L.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Merci beaucoup Bernhard pour votre avis qui nous très plaisir. Nous sommes ravis que notre cottage vous ait plu. Naturellement nous espérons vous recevoir de nouveau et vous faire découvrir plus profondément le Bessin. Nous vous souhaitons, ainsi qu'à votre sympathique groupe d'amis le meilleur. Bien sincèrement.
Bénédicte et Marc
A very big thank you for your opinion which encourages us. We enjoyed meeting you. We hope to be able to welcome you back to La Musardière to help you discover the landscapes and heritage of our corner of Normandy.
Take care of yourself.
Very cordially
Bénédicte and Marc
Das Haus liegt sehr zentral, um die Schauplätze des D-Day zu besuchen. Auch Ausflüge zum Cap de la Hague und Mont Saint Michel sind gut machbar. Die Gastgeber waren ausgesprochen freundlich und haben uns bei Fragen jederzeit zur Seite gestanden. Die Unterkunft ist frisch renoviert und mit allem Nötigen ausgestattet. Alles in allem die perfekte Möglichkeit, die Normandie zu entdecken.
Sven B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
Wir danken Ihnen für Ihre Meinung, die uns große Freude bereitet. Es war ein Glücksmoment für uns, Sie und Ihre Freundesgruppe kennenzulernen. Natürlich hoffen wir, Sie wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen und Ihnen dabei zu helfen, noch mehr von der Landschaft, dem Erbe und der Geschichte unseres Teils der Normandie zu entdecken.
Mit freundlichen Grüße.
Bénédicte und Marc
Alles neu und liebevoll eingerichtet, viele Tipps für Unternehmungen, gute Lage zu Strand und Sehenswürdigkeiten
Cornelia H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2024
Vielen Dank Cornelia für deine Meinung, die uns sehr freut. Wir hoffen, Sie wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen und Ihnen dabei zu helfen, noch mehr vom Charme unseres Teils der Normandie zu entdecken.
Mit freundlichen Grüße
Bénédicte und Marc
Unser Aufenthalt in diesem zauberhaften Cottage war wunderschön. Uns fehlte es an Nichts. Bénédicte und Marc sind ganz herzliche Gastgeber. Wir haben direkt bei der Anreise unzählige Ausflugstips und Restaurantempfehlungen bekommen. Und auch während der Zeit, bekamen wir von Marc immer wieder Empfehlungen.
Wir haben den Aufenthalt in dieser Oase sehr genossen und haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Merci beaucoup :-)
Catharina & Marcel
Catharina S.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2024
Vielen Dank, Catharina und Marcel, für eure Meinung, die uns wirklich freut. Selbstverständlich würden wir uns auch freuen, Sie wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen. Viel Glück für Ihre ganze freundliche Familie.
Mit freundlichen Grüße.
Bénédicte und Marc