La Maisom Sur le Quai

There’s a quiet kind of luxury that asks for nothing more than a view of the sea, a terrace bathed in salt air, and time that passes in long, languid hours. La Maison sur le Quai offers exactly that. Perched on the waterfront of Port-en-Bessin, this fisherman’s house carries the rhythm of the tides in its bones and invites you to live by them too.

From its slightly weathered exterior to its thoughtful interiors, everything here tells a story of place and pace. The façade, softened by years of sea spray and storms, contrasts with the softness inside: timber textures, muted tones, and carefully chosen pieces that blend simplicity with grace.

The house spans three floors. On the ground level, a light-filled living space opens into a compact kitchen and dining nook. The original wooden staircase leads to the first floor where a cosy reading corner overlooks the sea and a twin bedroom with en-suite shower room awaits. Climb further and you reach the top floor’s crowning room: a sea-facing, loft-style bedroom where the view from the bed and even the bathtub is uninterrupted ocean.

Across from the main entrance, a converted utility space offers a bar-height counter overlooking the waves — a perfect spot for a morning coffee or glass of wine at dusk. Above it, a private elevated terrace catches the breeze and the changing light of Normandy’s ever-shifting sky.

This is not a place for the flashy or hurried. It’s for those who relish quiet mornings, long breakfasts, and the sound of gulls over the harbour. Shops and cafés are within walking distance; public parking is nearby.

Note: the weathered state of the façade — with peeling paint and a lost shutter — is visible and reflects the honest wear of its maritime setting. For some, it adds character; others may find it less picture-perfect. Either way, it’s part of the story.

This is a home for the curious and the quiet — for those who seek not just to stay somewhere, but to belong to it, if only for a little while.