Practical stay info

What is the capacity of Villa Bellevue?

Villa Bellevue accommodates up to 10 guests: 5 bedrooms spread over three floors, 4 double beds and 2 single bunk beds.

How does check-in work?

Check-in is self-service via a secure key box, from 5pm. You can drive your car to the seawall to unload luggage before parking it in the village.

Are linen and cleaning included?

Yes. Beds are made on arrival, towels are provided, and final cleaning is included in the rate.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed, to preserve the comfort of future guests.

What is the rate for a stay?

Rates vary by season and length of stay. Indicatively, count around €640 to €850 per night. Direct booking via Maison Melrose offers a discount versus platforms.

Can we host an event?

Bachelor/bachelorette parties are not allowed. Small birthday dinners are welcome. We can recommend a local caterer or chef on request.

Location & distances

How far is Villa Bellevue from the D-Day beaches?

Villa Bellevue is directly on Arromanches beach, within the Gold Beach sector, 200 m from the Mulberry B artificial harbour caissons. Omaha Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer are 20 minutes by car, Pointe du Hoc 30 minutes, Juno Beach 15 minutes, Utah Beach 45 minutes.

How far is the villa from the Arromanches D-Day Museum?

The Arromanches D-Day Museum is 100 m from Villa Bellevue (2 minutes on foot). The Arromanches 360 cinema is 5 minutes on foot. The D-Day Boat Tour departure point (Cale Neptune) is 200 m away.

How far is the villa from Bayeux?

10 km, about 15 minutes by car. The cathedral, the Battle of Normandy Memorial Museum and the Bayeux War Cemetery (Commonwealth) are all in the historic centre.

Getting here

How do I get to Arromanches from Paris?

By car: approximately 3 hours via A13 + A84 to Bayeux then D516.
By train: SNCF Paris Saint-Lazare → Bayeux (2h15), then 15 minutes by taxi (about €25) or line 121 NoMad Car from Bayeux to Arromanches.
In summer (July 5 to August 31), the NoMad Car line 125 also serves Arromanches 7 days a week from Courseulles-sur-Mer or Grandcamp-Maisy.

How do I get to Arromanches from the US or UK?

Best options: (1) fly to Paris CDG then train to Bayeux (2h15 via SNCF) + taxi (15 min); (2) fly to Paris CDG then rent a car (3h drive); (3) from the UK, take the ferry from Portsmouth to Caen-Ouistreham (6h) + 45 min drive; (4) Eurostar London → Paris → train to Bayeux. See our full guide for international visitors.

Villa amenities

Does the villa have Wi-Fi and a fully equipped kitchen?

Yes. High-speed Wi-Fi throughout, fully equipped kitchen (oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, coffee maker, utensils), washing machine, hairdryers, TV. Central heating for the cold season.

Is there a sea view from Villa Bellevue?

Yes. The villa faces the English Channel with panoramic views from the living room (bow window), the north-facing bedrooms and the terraces. The Phoenix caissons of the Mulberry B artificial harbour are visible directly from the windows.

Is there parking near Villa Bellevue?

Parking is in the village of Arromanches (public car parks 2-3 minutes on foot from the villa). You can drive to the seawall to unload luggage on arrival. In peak season (June, July, August), plan ahead.

Is English spoken at Villa Bellevue?

Yes, English is fluently spoken. We regularly host American, British, Canadian and Australian visitors on D-Day pilgrimages. All communications (email, phone, welcome) can be in English or French.

Best time to visit

When is the best time to visit Arromanches?

For climate and activity: May to September.
For D-Day commemorations: around June 6 (D-Day Festival — book 6 to 12 months ahead).
For light and quiet: March-April and September-October.
For dramatic storms and lowest rates: November to February.
Also see our year-round events calendar.

UNESCO

Where to stay and sleep to visit the D-Day beaches now on the UNESCO World Heritage List?

The Villa Bellevue in Arromanches is right inside the UNESCO-classified area (Gold Beach sector, one of the six components inscribed on July 26, 2026), with a breathtaking view over the sea and over the remains of the Arromanches artificial harbour. 200 m from the Mulberry B Phoenix caissons, 100 m from the D-Day Museum, 20 min from the Normandy American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer — the villa hosts up to 10 guests for a D-Day pilgrimage within the classified site itself.

Is Villa Bellevue within the UNESCO World Heritage perimeter?

Yes. Since July 26, 2026, the D-Day Landing beaches (including Gold Beach) are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Staying at Villa Bellevue means lodging at the heart of a UNESCO site, 200 m from the Mulberry B artificial harbour remains. See our dedicated article on the classification.

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