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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Seine
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Vernon, Normandie
  • Place, Maison de la Figurine
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Maison du Temps Jadis
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Château de Bizy
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rouen (URO-Rouen - Seine Valley)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Renovated Coach house on the grounds of a C19th Villa. Ideal Giverny/Paris

Tastefully renovated one-bedroom Coach house, only 45 minutes from Paris in the charming town of Vernon near Giverny.

Located on the grounds of our villa, the Coach House has a separate entrance and is a 5 minute walk to the train station. Vernon is an easily commutable to Paris, with morning trains leaving about every half- hour.

Comprises a spacious 65 m2 (700 sq ft) volume, nicely furnished and set in idyllic surroundings. The ground floor has an open plan living area (loft style) with period features and a fully equipped kitchen.

Upstairs you'll have a large 30m2 (320 sq ft) bedroom with hardwood floors, an en suite bathroom (walk in shower) and views onto a leafy square as well as use of a planted terrace which has enough space for entertainment. Can accommodate 2 adults (1 double bed) and 2 small children or 1 teenager (pull down sofa in the same space)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 343937vb
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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Vernon

Vernon is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seine and Claude Monet's Garden at Giverny. Blanche Hoschedé-Monet Museum and Chemin de Fer de la Vallée de l'Eure are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Vernon, Normandie

What's nearby

  • Maison de la Figurine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Maison du Temps Jadis - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Collegiale Notre-Dame de Vernon - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Blanche Hoschedé-Monet Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Château de Bizy - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Vernon-Giverny Station - 6 min walk
  • Rouen (URO-Rouen - Seine Valley) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Batracien - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Le Café de France - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Belle Équipe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Le Globe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Yamataki - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated Coach house on the grounds of a C19th Villa. Ideal Giverny/Paris pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Renovated Coach house on the grounds of a C19th Villa. Ideal Giverny/Paris?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Renovated Coach house on the grounds of a C19th Villa. Ideal Giverny/Paris?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated Coach house on the grounds of a C19th Villa. Ideal Giverny/Paris?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Renovated Coach house on the grounds of a C19th Villa. Ideal Giverny/Paris located?

Situated in Vernon, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Maison de la Figurine and Seine. Blanche Hoschedé-Monet Museum and Collegiale Notre-Dame de Vernon are also within 15 minutes. Vernon-Giverny Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alastair P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, very well appointed and some great restaurant recommendations thank you! We very much enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Great location

Nigel was a great host. The apartment was in an ideal location and proximity to Ammenities. Vernon is a lovely place to stay for a few days
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2023
Thank you Andrew - glad your enjoyed Vernon (we also think its a lovely place) and our Coach House
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanja B.

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

small house with a character in a great location

We can only recommend the house in a great surrounding in the middle of Vernon. The house is nicely decorated, Paris and Versailles are close, but one can also discover the Seine River.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks. Glad you had a good time and it worked out for you. We love the location too :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

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

Cute Cottage & Monet's Garden

It was just as described. Cottage with the loft. Bedroom & bathroom are up stairs. It was just what we wanted in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

carla w.

Carla and Misha

My daughter and I had a fabulous weekend in Vernon in this lovely location. It was so comfy to have our own patio area to relax and drink wine....read....and then to take an easy journey to Giverny. Nigel very helpful, yet not intrusive.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
It was indeed good to meet you. I think all the advance planning worked well for you...and also allowed for a visit to our seaside rental in Dinard, Brittany.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Vernon

Charming property in the middle of town. Excellent location, several minutes walk to train station. Cafes and restaurants within walking distance. Host very hospitable and responsive to our questions. She also provided restaurant recommendations. Quiet at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
So happy you enjoyed our Coach House and all it has to offer. And of course our daughter who stood in at short notice to host :)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

april near paris

We had a wonderful time on our stay in Vernon with Nigel and Pamela.The accomodations were well represented and upon our arrival we found them even better than we expected.Clean,comfortable and convient to supermarkets,train station,restaurants and sight seeing.Vernon has a number of interesting attractions and Giverny was within walking distance.We only wish we could have stayed longer but our time spent as "locals" was what we wanted,We would recommend this property to anyone who wishes a relaxing stay in France,
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you and glad you felt like one of "the locals"..so do we ! Pity we missed each other on the last night..so yes next time come and enjoy The Gardner's Lodge for a bit longer !!
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10/10 Excellent

julie b.

Made us want to live in Vernon!

Vernon is THE most charming town we have ever stayed in. It has everything you could want on vacation ( or anytime for that matter ). No need for a car if you don't want one. We walked everywhere. Many great patisseries, charcuterie , cafes, restaurants, stores and shops. The Saturday market is NOT to be missed. And Giverny, Paris, and Rouen are only a short ride away. The "gardener"s lodge" was perfect for us. The bed was comfortable. The water was hot. Appliances worked flawlessly. The photos were spot on. Nigel and Pamela were friendly and helpful, but never intrusive. Planning our return already!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
It was good you see you again in 2012 !!..thanks for coming back and glad you enjoyed The Coach House as much as The Gardner's Lodge this year !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

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

The Coach House is a blend of Charm and Convenience

My August 2023 visit to the Coach House in Vernon was the actualization of a dream; I had admired the VRBO property since 2015 when I envisioned a trip to Monet’s Home and Garden in Giverny. The Coach House has been lovingly restored and modernized for visitors, yet the property maintains its historic charms. The Coach House interior has sophisticated furnishings that reflect the owner’s passion for art and design. The Coach House is a solid stone cottage with 19 Century charm in peaceful surroundings. The Coach has all the amenities a visitor seeks, small appliances, kitchen ware, loft bedroom, beautiful windows out onto the courtyard. The internet is unfailing, as are the warm showers! The property is incredibly convenient for the trip to Monet’s Home and Garden. It’s a seven minute walk to the train station, to connect with the Monet shuttle, or for visits to Paris museums. The owner takes great pride in the restored property and is onsite and a willing communicator should questions arise. The property has a family ambiance, and I felt very comfortable there. I truly enjoyed my visit.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Thank you so much for the great review Kathy. I am glad we made you feel at home. Always good to get this sort of feedback. Nigel
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ilka A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Die Wohnug war ok, aber das 2.Bett war eine Sofa - Matratze auf dem Boden.Nicht so toll mit 73 Jahren. Und die Küche war einfach nicht sauber. Wir mussten unser Geschirr erst mal spülen, damit man es benutzen konnte. Der Gastgeber war bemüht, sehr nett. Der Innenhof war sehr hübsch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lukas H.

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

Schön & stressfrei

Der Vermieter war sehr nett und die Ferienwohnung war liebevoll ausgestattet
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire F.

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

Everything you need and friendly hosts

The house is so well located near the train to Paris and the hosts met and welcomed me on arrival and showed me around the property. I felt safe and looked after. The house was equipped with oven/stove, washer/dryer and all the bits you need. Thanks to N & P for a happy stay in Normandy, close to Monet’s garden.
Stayed 59 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Christoph A.

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

Gute und originelle Homebase für Ausflüge

Ideal für Paare, um das schöne Impressionisten-Umfeld, aber auch das nahe Paris zu erkunden. Sehr netter Gastgeber. Weniger geeignet für mehr als zwei Personen.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2022
It was a pleasure hosting you. Thank you Nigel
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellen W.

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

Great place

Perfect place for 4 nights, first time in France. Driving distance to beaches of Normandy, short train ride to Paris, and a bike ride to Monet’s house. You can’t beat that. The hosts are friendly and welcoming, we will be coming back :) . -Brittany and Kellen
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Uwe R.

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

Beautiful and well-kept Coach House

We spent 5 nights in the pretty and very well-kept Coach House. The little house is very clean, loving and nicely furnished with personal details. The Internet connection was also perfect. The house is well situated for excursions in the surrounding arrea, par example to the garden of Monet in Giverny, to Rouen or to the very nice castle of Les Andelys above the Seine. Vernon is also a pretty little town with shops and restaurants. A supermarkt is also very close to Nigel‘s house. We really enjoyed our stay and we would like to say thank to Nigel and his wife for their hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabine D.

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

Wunderbares Haus und reizender Gastgeber

Wir hatten Dank Nigel wunderschöne Tage in Vernon. Und vielleicht für Andere interessant: musste die Tage noch arbeiten. Internetverbindung war sehr gut, WebEx und Arbeiten mit großen in der Cloud liegenden Dateien gar kein Problem!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle F.

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

Comme chez soi

Agréable séjour dans une maisonnette présentant le charme de l'ancien et aménagée avec goût. Tout le confort nécessaire pour accueillir parents et enfants lors de courts séjours et plus. Hôtes disponibles, discrets et agréables.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liesbeth A.

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

Wonderful apartment

I had a great time staying in this beautiful apartment. The garden is very pleasant and very private. Everything in Vernon is walking distance - the city center, the Seine, but also chateau de Bizy. I enjoyed very much the stylish decoration of the place, the top floor/bedroom feels like 'living in the air' 😊. The communication with Nigel and his two children was easy, smooth and pleasant. I would surely recommend this apartment!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2020
Glad you had a good time and enjoyed our “Coach house in the air” :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross F.

Cozy coach house

Well equipped, clean and comfortable accommodation with a welcoming host - thoroughly recommended. Ideal spot for walking into town, supermarket, local sightseeing trips (Giverny etc.) and further afield (Rouen)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
It was a pleasure to host you guys (and your cute dog). Glad things worked out and that you got a chance to experience one of our favorites, the Estampille restaurant in town :)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Romantic stay!

My husband and I stayed at this property for 3 nights and absolutely loved it! It was very romantic and cozy! The property was very clean and had everything you would need for a perfect stay. The pictures on the website were accurate. It was our favorite property in our 2 week stay in France. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Great that things worked out for you. Hope to see you again another time !
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Lovely lodge in great location

My partner and I stayed here for 3 days to meet some friends in Giverney. The Lodge is very well maintained and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The location is excellent as stated before, with a very short walk to the station, where as well as trains you can get a shuttle bus to Giverney for 4 euros each way. Vernon is a nice little town, quite sleepy in the evening (well mid week in late September it was!) but we had some nice meals at L'Envie and Le Capitinaire (or something like that-book a table with a river view) for circa 25 euros for 3 courses which we thought was very reasonable for the quality of food. All in all a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Glad you had a good stay and sampled our cute town and good value restaurants !
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Josie O.

Quiet, convenient, quaint. Pam and Nigel were gracious hosts. Highly recommend! Thanks again!

Comfortable and authentic, loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank your for such a positive review. I was a pleasure to host you.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Nice stay!!

Excellent ! Nice place, very comfortable. Owners very nice and extremely helpful Very good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Awesome Location in France

This Property was much better than I expected. The location is perfect! The train to Paris and beyond is a 4 minute walk. (45 minutes to Paris on the train) The Farmers Market is on Saturday and Wednesday mornings. It was wonderful. This is a great walking town. A few minute drive to Giverny to see Monet's garden. Very god restaurants. The owner is very helpful. This house is perfect for two people. There is a pull out couch in the living area for extra people. The kitchen is equipped nicely.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sabine R.

Adorable petite maisonnée, proche Giverny

Nous avons passé 3 superbes journées à Vernon, dans cette petite maison située au bout du jardin des propriétaires, des gens charmants, anglophones d'origine mais maîtrisant suffisamment le français pour être pleins de bons conseils! Une entrée indépendante avec places de parkings toujours libres juste en face. Confortable, propre, déco sympa, 4 couchages pour des personnes qui s'entendent bien (2 lits en 140). Région magnifique à découvrir pour ces paysages adorables (Giverny entre autres..) et ses nombreux sites culturels (château de Bizy, château de La Roche-Guyon, et en poussant un peu, les ruines de l'abbaye de Jumièges, magnifique !). Il nous reste encore beaucoup de choses à visiter, nous reviendrions au Lodge avec grand plaisir!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Je suis heureux que vous avez passé un bon séjour et apprécié notre région. Il y a en effet beaucoup à voir au-delà de Giverny, une courte distance de notre emplacement

About the host

Hosted by Nigel Wilkie

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We are an anglophone(American/Scottish) couple who have lived in France for some 20 years. Over the years we have lovingly renovated a selection of furnished apartments in Paris, Vernon-Giverny (Normandy) and Dinard (Brittany), as well as longer established properties in Notting Hill, London.

The Gardner's Lodge and Coach House are our latest pride and joy.

Our kids are all bilingual and we love Polish sheep dogs...you will surely meet them all !!

Why they chose this property

We bought our 19th century Villa in the town of Vernon near Giverny because it provided an ideal and secure space for our family within commuting distance to Paris where we both work.

The Villa had out-houses at the back of the grounds. They would have been the carriage house/stables 150 years ago and needed renovation or demolition !

We chose the former and have created a lovely property that has a country feel but is close to the amenities of a small market town (25,000 inhabitants).

What makes this property unique

Vernon is a quiet market town with a main line station to Paris. The station (only 2 minutes from the Lodge) is the arrival point for visitors to Giverny, Claude Monet's famous home.

The Lodge and Coach house provide an ideal base to visit the sites of 'Haute-Normandie' and Paris (only 45min away). Vernon itself has a great market every Saturday and we are usually available to show you around if required.

It is also an ideal retreat for an artist or writer looking to spend some creative time in calm but inspirational surroundings.

Visit
- Giverny
- Les Andelys
- Rouen
- Deauville/Trouville
- Paris

Languages:

English, French
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