Écuries Val de Mai 36 people 5 Cottages : 15min Amiens

The space:
Welcome to the domain of Val de Mai Stables, one of our 40 four-star cottages bearing the La Clef Decamp label.

We want your stay to be as pleasant as possible, and for this reason we offer the following services:

Bedding Services:

Bed linen rental: €360

Bed made-up service: €360

Towel: €10/person





Housekeeping and Pet Services:

Cleaning fee: €280

Pets: €10/night/pet





Accommodation Options:

Late departure (max 3pm, see later if possible): €250

Early arrival (before 6pm): €250





Activities and Well-being:

Firewood (1 wheelbarrow): €20









Additional Services:

Grocery pickup (Drive-through orders placed in the refrigerators): €100

The day before your arrival, you will receive a link to pay your security deposit (bank imprint) of 2000 euros.





The Val de Mai stables Charming estate near Amiens, ideal for families
groups

The Val de Mai stables are a group of fivecottages with unique charm, converted from an old Picardy farmhouse located in the hamlet of Val de Maison, 20 minutes from Amiens. Ideal for a stay with family, friends or for a business trip.

Our cottages are decorated with care and offer a pleasant view of the stables. They can be rented together or separately, guaranteeing each comfortand privacy thanksto independent entrances, terraces and private gardens.

Whether for a festive stay, a family or friends reunion, a birthday, a small wedding or a seminar, the Écuries Val de Mai is the ideal place to share unforgettable moments in a beautiful setting, peaceful, authentic and warm.



Historical and Unusual

This farmhouse, built in 1821, once hosted a President of the Republic during presidential hunting trips. Today, the stables are rented to a professional rider. From the garden, children can admire the horses in their paddocks.



Maximize your comfort with our personalized services.

We want your stay to be as pleasant as possible. Don't hesitate to contact us to discover our offers (beer dispenser, photo booth, marquees, bouncy castles, etc.) and find the perfect solution for your needs!







In each of our cottages you will find:





☘️Indoor games: Tarot cards, Uno, Pay Day, Monopoly, Scrabble, Jungle Speed, Time's Up, Mille Bornes, Case (goose, queen, etc.), Werewolf, Darts, Poker case.





☘️Outdoor games: puck games, pétanque balls, Molkky, volleyball, rope, ring toss, ping-pong rackets, Roundnet pro, football, beach racket, badminton racket.





☘️Pets welcome, so that your four-legged companions can also enjoy the stay (optional service).





☘️High-end bedding and modular layout, whether you are travelling with family, friends or as part of a seminar, the many beds (90cm) can be rearranged according to your needs to offer you tailor-made comfort.





☘️Fully equipped kitchen (raclette machine, coffee makers, etc.) see inventory booklet.





☘️A natural setting and peaceful with a terrace and large garden.





☘️Games Room with a foosball table, billiards, darts and a ping-pong table.





☘️Digital comfort with a smart TV ideal for watching Netflix, a high-speed Wi-Fi connection via fiber or Starlink, as well as an LG or Samsung sound tower with microphones and light effects.







Guest access

2 hours from Paris: accessible by car, bus or train.

Direct train connection from Paris:

Gare Paris Nord → Amiens (20km from the gîte).

To access the gîte from Amiens: take a taxi or rent a vehicle.





Parking instructions:

You can park directly in front of the cottage in the courtyard.

These cottages are not suitable for people with reduced mobility. However, please note that the 'La Maison' cottage has 5 ground-floor bedrooms with an external ramp to avoid steps.





The neighborhood

Less than 5 minutes away by car is the village of Talmas, where you will find all the necessary local shops: bakery, supermarket, restaurants, local market.

On the tourism side, you will discover nearby Naours (horse riding even for novices), Amiens (Cathedral, Hortillonnages…), Abbeville, Arras.





Preview

Less than 10 minutes from Naours: Naours, a charming village in the Somme region, is famous for its underground city, an impressive network of galleries dug as early as the Middle Ages. Used as a refuge during wars, it now houses a captivating museum. Naours also charms visitors with its verdant setting, wooded park, and proximity to natural and historical sites, making it perfect for a cultural and family getaway.





Less than 20 minutes from Amiens: Known for its majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral, the largest in France, the city, bisected by the Somme River, charms visitors with its hortillonnages (floating gardens), its picturesque Saint-Leu district, and its rich cultural heritage. The birthplace of Jules Verne, it blends heritage, nature, and modernity, making it ideal for a historical and verdant getaway.





Less than 45 minutes from Abbeville: Abbeville, gateway to the Bay of Somme, is a city of art and history marked by its Gothic heritage, notably the Collegiate Church of Saint-Vulfran. The former capital of Ponthieu, it blends nature and culture, with its parks, museums, and proximity to the bay's natural spaces. It's ideal for discovering Picardy's history while enjoying a verdant and peaceful setting.





Interaction with customers

Prepare your stay with complete peace of mind thanks to our practical and comprehensive guidebooks on our website:

Welcome booklet (Wifi code, type of barbecue, bakers, butchers, etc.).

Inventory booklet (photos of sound equipment, oven, etc. and the inside of cupboards, dishes, etc.).

Restaurant guide (restaurants, market days, private chefs, caterers or food trucks, etc.).

Activity booklet (museums, hikes, zoo, water sports center, etc.)









ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

Arrival : Arrival time at the cottage is scheduled for 6 pm, subject to availability. Early arrival is an optional service available for an additional fee. (See welcome booklet)





Departure : Departure time is scheduled for 10:00 AM, but can be changed subject to availability with a late departure, an optional service at an additional cost. (See welcome booklet)





Access to the cottage: Your arrival is self-check-in; you will find a key box (see welcome booklet). The day before your stay, you will receive an email requesting a €2,000 security deposit, which will be held on your credit card (please ensure you have sufficient credit). This hold will not be debited; it will simply be blocked for 7 days. You will then find the key box codes in your guest account.





Barbecue : The cottage is equipped with a large charcoal barbecue (charcoal and firelighters not provided).





Coffee maker: The cottage is equipped with several coffee makers, to find out the type refer to the welcome booklet and inventory booklet.





Dishes : The tableware is suitable for approximately 40 people and includes everything needed to set a beautiful table. (See inventory booklet)





Products: A sponge, a dishcloth, a roll of toilet paper per toilet, a little dish soap, and 2 or 3 dishwasher tablets will be provided free of charge in each cottage to help you get your stay off to a good start. Please plan to purchase additional items for later use. (See welcome booklet)

Our sales team based in Villedieu les poêles in Normandy is available Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm and from 2pm to 7pm.









WHY CHOOSE US?

We are a family company and we guarantee:





- A professional, high-quality service





- Impeccable 4-star cottages with plenty of games





- Responsive and customized support tailored to your needs





- Local and exclusive partnerships





- Practical resources (maps, virtual tours, booklets) to make your stay unforgettable.