3 hours from London - you can easily rent this comfortable home in Hardelot for long or short breaks. Close to the beaches, golf, tennis and horseriding, our house sleeps up to 5.
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Sometimes it’s hard to believe that you’re only 3 hours from London as you drive through the woods into Hardelot, with it’s immaculately manicured lawns and comfortable detached houses. Turning into our road, you can see the castle in Condette and the distant twinkle of lights at the Auberge du Chateau a short walk up the lane. Stepping from the car, you hear the distant sound of the waves and breathe in the fresh clean forest air. You might have come for the magnificent golfing, or for undisturbed walks on 20 kilometres of open beaches. Maybe you prefer the beauty of the forest, or a more convivial drink in a café overlooking the sea. We think Hardelot has it all, and have created a house for you that is both comfortable, practical and stylish.
The house is comfortably furnished and stylishly decorated - a cut above your basic seaside holiday house.
The living room has comfortable sofas and chairs around an open fire and there is a good quality system for music lovers. The dining room has huge picture windows that open out into the secuded and secure garden. The kitchen is well appointed and the downstairs shower room also has a washing machine and dryer.
Upstairs are 3 bedrooms - 2 double and 1 single - and a second bathroom.
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You can contact us at raprentis@aol.com or text us on 079 315 315 79
Local information:
Midway between London and Paris, Hardelot was created in the early 19th century as a sister town to Le Touquet, situated 20 minutes to the south. It is a relaxed seaside resort with open access to 11 kilometers of flat sandy beaches. Surrounded by protected forests and nature reserves, Hardelot offers wonderful sporting and outdoor facilities for all ages and tastes. Just 30 minutes drive from the Eurotunnel exit, it is only 15 minutes by car from the more traditional northern French town of Boulogne with its old town, bustling market and shops. Hardelot's wide open roads, detached houses and large gardens set in amongst the pine trees create a haven of peace and tranquillity, where the slow pace of life gives everyone the time to take it easy. The more active will find the sporting facilities are superb, with international standard golf courses, horse riding, an all-weather tennis club, hiking, sailing and wind surfing all close at hand. The town has excellent food shops and boutiques
Local activities surfing, swimming, tennis, walking, sailing, cycling, fishing, horse riding, golf, wind-surfing, water skiing, mountain biking, roller blading.
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What is there to do?
Golf is a major attraction, as Hardelot has 2 magnificent golf courses.Les Pins - The original fairways, tees and greens were laid out through ancient forest, and the magnificent trees remain to provide the perfect surroundings for a course re-designed by the famous Tom Simpson in 1931. The Pines has hosted many championship events since then. The generous fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and well-guarded greens of the 6,498 yard, par 72 parkland course require accurate stroke play. Five short holes and five long holes make for a unique par 72-championship course. Watch out for the 6th, which is considered to be one of the hardest par 5s in Europe! 18 holes. Par 72. 5,926 yds. Woodland. Handicap certificates required.
Les Dunes - Les Dunes is quite different. Built in the early '90s by the well-known Belgian architect Paul Rolin, the 6,634 yard, par 73 course takes full advantage of the natural shapes and undulations of the land. Though the fairways are again wide and inviting the line not the length is all-important as there are blind shots and many doglegs to negotiate. The green side bunkers are cunningly sited and be wary of the subtle borrows on the greens. 18 holes. Par 73. 6,634 yds. Woodland.
Horse riding
The Centre Equestre is 10 minutes walk away. They offer riding for all levels, from tiny children who can borrow a Shetland pony to be led out and around the grounds of the castle next door, to more advanced lessons for riding skill, dressage, show jumping and rides out in the forest or on the beach. Superb indoor facilities and a relaxed team make this a real hit with riders of all ages.
Tennis clubs
The tennis clubs of Hardelot and Condette are open to all comers. They have a selection of clay courts, all weather outdoor courts and 2 indoor courts. . Booking is rarely a problem - they have loads of spare capacity! During the school holidays they run a series of tennis courses for children.
Sailing & Nautical
The Base Nautique at the southern end of the esplanade has facilities for sailing, windsurfing and sand sailing. Other Activities Kite surfing, sand sailing and beach walking - theres plenty of open sand to choose from!
It is also just a 5 minute walk from the house to the entrance to the Foret d'Ecault. Wild and for the most part empty, this beautiful forest area has tracks and circuits of varying lengths for those who want to walk or run. Half an hour will take you down to the sand dunes, with their spectacular views of the coast line. Carry on a few minutes to the beach and you have 12 kilometers of flat sand, stretching as far as the eye can see, all to yourself!
It is a 5 minute walk up the lane to the local hostelry the Auberge du Chateau where the English speaking staff will provide you with cheap and cheerful local food and wine. Soirees here can vary from a cosy dinner for 2 to wild nights of singing and dancing...
The house overlooks the historic chateau de Condette which is now undergoing restoration. Those interested in history (and this includes little boys, both young and adult) will be fascinated by the remains of the World War 2 Atlantic Wall fortifications scattered throughout the dune area
Tennis clubs
The tennis clubs of Hardelot and Condette are open to all comers. They have a selection of clay courts, all weather outdoor courts and 2 indoor courts. . Booking is rarely a problem - they have loads of spare capacity! During the school holidays they run a series of tennis courses for children.
Sailing & Nautical
The Base Nautique at the southern end of the esplanade has facilities for sailing, windsurfing and sand sailing. Other Activities Kite surfing, sand sailing and beach walking - theres plenty of open sand to choose from!
It is also just a 5 minute walk from the house to the entrance to the Foret d'Ecault. Wild and for the most part empty, this beautiful forest area has tracks and circuits of varying lengths for those who want to walk or run. Half an hour will take you down to the sand dunes, with their spectacular views of the coast line. Carry on a few minutes to the beach and you have 12 kilometers of flat sand, stretching as far as the eye can see, all to yourself!
You can email us directly on raprentis@aol.com or text on 079 315 315 79