On river.At this Rarecourt cottage, you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Argonne Adventure Park and 16 miles (25 km) of Museum of the Argonne. Church of St. Peter and St. Paul and Subterranean Citadel of Verdun are also within 20 miles (32 km).
Centre Mondial de la Paix - 25 min drive - 30.9 km
Getting around
Verdun Station - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Hôtel Restaurant du Commerce - 12 min drive
A l'Orée du Bois - 16 min drive
Hostellerie de l'Abbaye - 19 min drive
Bar Cafeteria Carlos III - 13 min drive
Restaurant Creperie - 18 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Chez Mathilde in Rarécourt
Our cottage is an independent accommodation part of our typical Lorraine house dating from the 17th century that we have restored keeping its old appearance with touches of modernity, on the edge of the Argonne forest and near Verdun. You can walk in the forest, listen to the birds, see a hare, a deer or other animals, fish in the river, go to the sites of the 1st World War Verdun: Douaumont, Vauquois. We are not very far from the champagne cellars (Reims, Epernay ...). Metz and Nancy. You can taste our little local wine, fresh eggs from the neighbor, homemade jams, Mirabelle brandy and many other specialties. We have a site you can consult. the surface of my cottage is around 85 m2 with a courtyard where there is the possibility of having meals with a barbecue and comfortable seats. There is a cot with all the equipment for the little ones; in the kitchen there is a dishwasher and washing machine and coffee maker, toaster, induction hob etc .....
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways (31 inches high)
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
On a river
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Bicycles
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bicycle parking
Bicycles
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Double-glazed windows
Local artist showcase
Recycling
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Unit size: 915 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Nous recevons les maitres et les chiens bien élevé
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
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Chez Mathilde in Rarécourt Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 144 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Thomas J.
22 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Annie is great
Had a lovely say this week at Chez Mathilde. It was chosen for the peace and quiet and because of the lovely cosy feel of the property. It was just the right distance for us to explore the forts and bunkers around Verdun. The gite itself, had everything we needed including a wood burning fire. Annie was lovely and made us a quiche, which was the best I have eaten. If we go back to this region again, we will defiantly be booking Chez Mathilde again.
Thomas J.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
carmel L.
11 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely gîte
We had a wonderful holiday at this charming property.It’s a great location for exploring the Verdun battlefield area .It’s within minutes of the A4 autoroute so it’s easy to get about and access. Supermarket and fuel very nearby too. Our host Madame Annie, is simply wonderful. She made us feel very welcome and gave us gifts of her wonderful produce. Thank you Madame Annie.
carmel L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sharon B.
9 Sep 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
L’Argonne
We arrived expecting to learn more about the Great War but left having experienced so much more. Great area of beauty and historical interest. Our host was very helpful and provided us with a taste of the regional cuisine and hospitality that was above all expectations. The gite was full of character and the location very quiet and friendly. A great time was had.
Sharon B.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike M.
13 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful property, convenient for Verdun
A really great find. Lovely traditional gite in a delightful quiet rural village. Friendly and helpful host always available (even brought us a lovely tray of desserts), small boulangerie in the village within 3 minute walk. Excellent location to explore World War One history, only about a 20 minute drive to Verdun and it’s numerous sites of interest.
Mike M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jan D.
30 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
"Chez Mathilde" is a charming old quaint building in the centre of Rarecourt. It has been excellently renovated whilst retaining a lot of its original features and character. It is very comfortably furnished and well presented with everything you need for your stay. It is well situated to visit the beautiful Argonne region and beyond.
Jan D.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jan D.
31 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Superb!
My daughter and I had a wonderful stay. The house is full of character and is very comfortable and has everthing you need. Amory is a wonderful host and had plenty of knowledge of the local area. The Quiche Lorraine she made for us was fantastic!! Rarecourt is a lovely village. We really enjoyed our stay here and there is lots to see and do. So much so we have already booked to return next year!
Jan D.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
David R.
30 Sep 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great rustic get away
Our host was excellent. We turned up quite late with no food and they arranged a booking at a nearby restaurant after trying several others that were already closed. To top thst off they provided milk and tea after we arrived that was enough to get us going the next morning.
Location was good and central to WW1 and WW2 sites and an easy day trip to Luxembourg.
Absolutely loved the very olde world building and decor. Plenty of room with well equipped kitchen.
David
David R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
21 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Best memories for our grandson!
Ease of communication with hostess, clean , friendly neighborhood. Easy access to highway, many interesting sights to see nearby. Our younger grandson would like to visit here when he graduates from middle school.
Susan R.
10/10 Excellent
Janice M.
18 Jun 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Second visit
Came last year for a week, this time for 4 days. Lovely gite and Annie is the lovely friendly hospitable owner next door. Hopefully will come again.
Janice M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Ronald R., Blandford Massachusetts
16 May 2019
Bucket list #1 completed
This home was just as it was advertised, clean , small friendly village, many historical attractions close by and friendly hostess. We spent one month in Rarécourt and we were able to take many day trips close by. Everything you need is in the home and if it’s not there they will do their best to get it for you. A seventeenth century village with modern conveniences. We are returning in August and are looking forward to another lovely stay
Ronald R.
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Mandy R.
18 Apr 2019
Charming rustic gite.
Lovely cottage, deceptively large and well equipped. We had a lovely three days exploring the local area and visiting some battle of Verdun WW1 sites.
Mandy R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
thomas r.
14 Nov 2018
Cutest Gite Imaginable!!
Absolutely charming Gite, lovely host. Very well located to tour all Verdun/Meuse-Argonne battlefield sites/memorials. Very beautiful countryside, especially now with leaves changing. Only drawback is the general depopulation problem of the Meuse region-you have to drive 5-10k to find a restaurant or grocery store. If you self cater it is perfect.
thomas r.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
10/10 Excellent
Stephen S., San Diego, California
8 Nov 2018
Wonderful Authentic Home
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Annie's home in Rarécourt! It is exactly as pictured, quaint, cozy and an authentic slice of the French countryside. Although a bit bit rustic in character, it has every convenience that a couple or family would need. The town is convenient to the the A4, and less than 30 minutes from Verdun and may of the WWI memorial sites. It less than 1 hour from Reims and Metz, which make for great day trips. We were welcomed with home grown apples and paté... both delicious! We would definitely recommend and stay here again. Thanks Annie!
Stephen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Graeme W.
15 Oct 2018
Typical French eclectic, great find
Great place and lovely host and daughter speaks English which helped us out, phew.
We loved it.
Little village tucked out of the way with its own boulangerie, and local sells eggs. Had a great atmosphere too.
Close to a few large towns (30-45 mins drive) one being Verdun. Countless war sites, if that's your thing, many free and some hidden away in the forests. Amazing sights and very interesting.
Vauquios Hill is a must visit, a town and a hillside blown away never to be rebuilt.
Much is dominated with the American/French of WW1 and the town Châtel Chehery commemorate Sgt York every year.
Close to Champagne and if you want to travel Metz, Nancy, Luxembourg and Belgium.
The accommodation was good, had everything you needed. Courtyard out back for BBQ.
The upstairs would be out of bounds for those a little unsure on balance as the stairs are steep and narrow but otherwise a great find.
I thInk we will be returning. Still so much to explore
Graeme W.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Gary S.
1 Sep 2018
Beautiful place
We had a wonderful time fantastic gite lots of ww1 sites to see .
Gary S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Janice M.
30 Jun 2018
Excellent!
We stayed at Chez Mathilde for a week in June. The cottage is divine. Loads of room, with lovely period features of the 17th century property. Annie lives next door and was so very welcoming to us even though we speak no French. Annie's daughter however lives in the property the other side of cottage and she speaks fluent English and was so helpful to us with advising places to visit. The cottage is well equipped with everything you will need and also has a nice courtyard garden which was lovely to spend time to eat meals and relax.
The area of Rarecourt is very peaceful with the only real sound being the chiming clock of the nearby church. Verdun itself is a lovely place with many cafes and restaurants beside the river. It is also only a short drive to many WW1 sites. My advice would be to not spend all your time on the heavily advertised main attractions. There is so much more in the area that will not have the obligatory coach parties turning up to. I would recommend the butte de vauquois, le main de massiges (both of which are free to enter) and the privately owned 14-18 museum at Romagne-sous-montfaucon.
This cottage is a perfect find in a lovely area. Many thanks for a wonderful stay.
Janice M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 Mar 2018
What an amazing place.
The gite was stunningly decked out with lots of the original features but was also extremely comfortable and homely. We loved our stay here and would definitely go back. Madame Amory and her daughter were so helpful and friendly. THANKYOU for a fantastic stay.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
edo cordaro
12 Sep 2017
Brilliant short break
What a find ! A truly amazing place , Annie so welcoming and helpful , can't wait to return , see you soon
edo cordaro
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
10/10 Excellent
Robin T.
11 Sep 2017
Chez Mathilde is an absolute treasure!
If you are looking for a totally charming and authentic experience, this is the place! The building is from the 17th century with updates to meet today's needs. We (two adult couples) stayed three nights and were quite comfy. One bedroom is up a steep flight of stairs, so caution is needed. Madame Amory was beyond hospitable and her husband and daughter made sure our stay was worry-free!
Robin T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
10/10 Excellent
Tom H.
5 Aug 2017
Magical from the moment you walk in
We've had one of the most relaxing times we could have wished for. Marie and her family could not have been more welcoming from the moment we arrived. The house is beautifully furnished, surpassing many beautique hotels, with a real sense of history and tradition. We felt like we were somewhere different. Excellent value for money. The surrounding area is also very pretty. A very gentle countryside, combining forest, open pastures, picturesque valleys and hills, but also wide open landscapes, all dotted with stunning French villages and towns. This is true, rural France. People seem to live simple lives, but all with a smile and a wave to offer the seemingly very few visitors.
Tom H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Anja K.
5 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Ruhiges und angenehmes Silvester
Wir verbrachten eine Woche in diesem schönen alten Häuschen. Dieses ist sehr liebevoll eingerichtet und es ist alles da was man so benötigt.Trotz der autobahnnahen Lage ist es absolut ruhig.Besonders nett ist die Gastgeberin Annie, die ihre Gäste mit Cremant, selbstgemachte Marmelade und Quiche Lorraine etc. verwöhnt und auch gerne für alle möglichen Fragen zur Verfügung steht.
Anja K.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marja T.
10 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Terug in de tijd huisje
Wonen in een museum,heerlijke ruime slaapkamer met veel licht,goed bed.
Zeer vriendelijke gastvrouw.
Marja T.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maria B.
6 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Extrem erholsam
Wir hatten zu Fünft einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in dieser tollen und extrem liebevoll eingerichteten Wohnung. Leider gibt es vor Ort keinen Bäcker mehr und für unsere Teenager war die Umgebung uninteressant. Annie hat uns mit ihren Köstlichkeiten total verwöhnt. Super Ort zum Entschleunigen!
Maria B.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Ulrike W.
22 Sep 2024
Urlaub in Lothringen
Unterkunft war außergewöhnlich. Leider keine Restaurants in der Nähe. Einmal Lothringen reicht völlig.
Ulrike W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
NATHALIE C.
20 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lieu unique
Un gite avec une âme, une propriétaire tres disponible et avenante. Le sejour parfait