Title: Maison Cri-Cri à Arès Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # Maison Cri-Cri à Arès Holiday home with kitchen, near Arcachon Bay ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68290000/68282300/68282268/0e3c9299.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68290000/68282300/68282268/65f48434.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68290000/68282300/68282268/c58ae10a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68290000/68282300/68282268/c64a6197.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68290000/68282300/68282268/1dbacb52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Maison Cri-Cri à Arès provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. 8.4 Very good ### Entire chalet 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Maison Cri-Cri à Arès The CRI-CRI House will seduce you with its warm and family-friendly interior. It is a 50m2 house placed in the middle of a 400m2 garden.It is composed of:A cozy living room - dining roomA fully equipped and open kitchen (refrigerator, freezer, filter coffee maker, oven, microwave, stovetop...)A room with a double bed in 140A room with bunk beds in 90 cm and a single bed in 90 cma bathroom with a washing machinean independent bathrooma covered terrace with a charcoal barbecuea lovely tree-lined garden with deck chairsParking possible in the garden (1 car) and on the street, in front of the property (safe and available location)She has the following equipment:charcoal grilla baby bedgarden furniture to enjoy the terrace and gardenThis house will offer you a warm and relaxing setting to spend excellent vacations with family or friends.This house is located in a very quiet residential neighborhood, yet you will be just a stone's throw away from the city center, shops, ocean beaches (le grand crohot)...Andernos Les Bains is located 5 kms from Arès. You will find a dynamic city center with covered market, cinema, pedestrian and shopping street, casino, public swimming pool...The following services are included in the rental rate:- personalized welcome- end-of-stay cleaning- Bed linen and towelsThe following services are optional, please feel free to ask me about the rates and book these services before your arrival:breakfast deliverydaily housekeepingrenewal of bed and bath linenbike rentalTour of the Basinbabysittingsurf lesson ...In July and August, we welcome you every day except Saturday.Animals are welcome, but access to the sofa and beds is prohibited, and the accommodation must be cleared of hair and droppings before your departure.It is forbidden to organize a party in this accommodation, the residence is quiet and must remain so.Non-smoking accommodationDeposit to be paid by bank card: you will receive an email in the week preceding your arrival. The deposit will not be debited. A fee of approximately 2% of the deposit amount will be your responsibility. It corresponds to the subscription of insurance in case of dispute.Possibility of depositing the deposit by check upon your arrival (specify this before your arrival).ARES:(Note: This is a proper noun/name, so it remains the same in English as in French)The small village of Arès is located in the north of the Arcachon Basin, between Andernos and Lège Cap Ferret.His small oyster farming village with white and blue cabins is typical of the basin. It marks the beginning of the Prés Salés, a marshy area at the bottom of the basin where it is pleasant to walk, hike, or observe the local flora and fauna.By following the basin along the coastal path, you will reach Andernos through the natural site of Quinconces.Next to Arès, you will find Andernos les Bains. Andernos les Bains is a city with over 12,000 inhabitants, with 1 cinema, a covered public swimming pool, 1 skate park, 1 city stadium, several playgrounds for children, a climbing room, a laser game... You can stroll through the pedestrian street to shop, eat an ice cream or a crepe, walk on the pier (the longest in France offering a unique panorama of the Basin, the Tchanquées cabins, the bird island...) or eat oysters in one of the multiple tastings at the port.Without forgetting the Domaine de Certes (Audenge), the ornithological reserve of Teich, the Aqualand park (Gujan Mestas), the Ladybug Park and Kid Park (Gujan Mestras).One hour south, you will not be able to come to the basin without visiting Arcachon and the winter city and then climbing the Dune du Pilat.30 minutes to the north, you will visit the Cap Ferret Peninsula, its 10 villages, its oyster ports, the Cap Ferret lighthouse, the panoramic view from the Cap-Ferret point, the ice creams from Frédhélian, the Bélisaire jetty, the little train...The vast network of bicycle paths in the Gironde will allow you to tour the basin by bike, connect to ocean beaches, Cap Ferret, or even Arcachon for the most motivated cyclists.Maritime shuttles from UBA connect Andernos to Arcachon and Cap Ferret to Arcachon.The Passe Marée also allows you to reach Arcachon by sea, even at low tide, and it also offers boat trips on the basin, departing from Andernos.On the Basin side, you will find a multitude of small beaches between Arès and Andernos, but you will have to wait for high tide to swim, except at the Saint Brice Lake (Arès), a small water retention area in the basin, which allows swimming regardless of the tide.With children, you will love the Betey beach (Andernos), where you can enjoy a children's playground directly on the beach, taste ice cream, crepes... in the small beach snack bar, have a picnic in the shade of pine trees and swim at high tide.On the Atlantic Ocean side, the Grand Crohot beach is the ocean beach closest to Andernos (about 15 minutes by car), but you will find a multitude of beaches more or less crowded, more or less accessible, along the kilometers of coastline offered by the Atlantic Ocean.In summer, CAP 33 offers a multitude of free sports activities accessible to everyone (see the online program).You enjoy local markets, here is the list of markets in the surrounding area:Arès Market: every Tuesday morningAndernos Market: every Friday morning outdoors and covered market (open depending on the season)Lège Bourg Market: every Saturday morning.Cap Ferret Market: every morning from mid-June to mid-September, then on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays for the rest of the yearPiraillan Market: every morning from mid-June to mid-SeptemberYou will be able to do your shopping in the supermarkets of Arès: Leclerc, Lidl and Carrefour City.In summer and winter, the basin is lively all year round thanks to local events:The Oyster Festival of Arès on the weekend of August 15thCabins in celebration on the first Saturday of DecemberThe Andernos Jazz Festival at the end of JulyFinally, let's not forget Lacanau, Soulac-sur-Mer, Bordeaux, the vineyards of Médoc and its castles...Sun or rain, hot or cold, high tide or low tide, as a couple or with family... you will always find something to do on the Basin... and you will always want to come back!Sophie - THE CONCIERGE SERVICE OF THE BASIN ## Property amenities ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92540000/92535600/92535506/5316f488.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Appartement Des Pignons à Lege Bourg Lège-Cap-Ferret - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=92535506&PinnedHotelID=92535506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77840000/77835300/77835254/19d671bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Palombes au Cap Ferret charming villa with heated pool Lège-Cap-Ferret - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=77835254&PinnedHotelID=77835254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 5:00 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 ### Rules Checkin 17:00-20:00 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Note from host: Dangerous animals not allowed. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### Optional extras - High chair fee: EUR 30 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Property Registration Number 3301100022607 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as MAISON CRI CRI à Arès Maison Cri-cri à Arès Ares Maison Cri-cri à Arès Private vacation home 448713 Maison Cri-cri à Arès Private vacation home Ares ## About the area Arès is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Arcachon Bay and Arcachon Beach. Carrousel Palace Caramel and Parc de Loisirs du Four are also worth visiting. [Visit our Arès travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ares.dx6053281) [View more Chalets in Arès](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ares-Chalets.d6053281-aaChalets.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.76499%2C-1.12452&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=x8y6ZGPKd-89OrK7uZmSmTiyV1w=) Arès, Nouvelle-Aquitaine ### What's nearby - Ares Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Port Ostréïcole Andernos-les-Bains - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles - Arcachon Bay - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles - Plage de Saint-Brice - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles - Plage de Betey - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles ### Getting around - Marcheprime Station - 23 min drive - Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac) - 44 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Cabane Rossignol - ‬6 min drive - ‪Cabane Nami - ‬6 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Chez Huguette - ‬7 min drive - ‪Crêperie Sucré Salé - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Maison Cri-Cri à Arès pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Maison Cri-Cri à Arès? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Maison Cri-Cri à Arès? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Maison Cri-Cri à Arès located? > Situated in Arès, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Saint-Brice-Les-Quinconces-Le-Coulin Natural Site and Arcachon Bay. Ares Beach and Bay of Biscay are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Maison Cri-Cri à Arès Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.8/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 24 Oct 2024 #### Très bien pour un court séjour L'équipe est très pro, tout ce qui permet de fonctionner est là : linge de maison, produits d'entretien et d'hygiène. Quartier très calme, presque trop (crainte de déranger les voisins en rentrant le soir) et un peu loin de la plage. Mais la maison est agréable et les chiens sont admis, ce qui se fait de plus en plus rare. Les horaires d'arrivée et de départ sont flexibles ce qui évite de stresser. Nous avons passé un très bon séjour. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 24 Oct 2024 #### Spacieux et calme Spacieux et calme Un peu vieillot This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 24 Oct 2024 #### Sophie est très disponible et très accueillante Super je recommande 👍 Sophie est très disponible et très accueillante Super je recommande 👍 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 24 Oct 2024 #### Séjour très sympa, petite maison pratique et paisible avec terrain indépendant clos. Séjour très sympa, petite maison pratique et paisible avec terrain indépendant clos. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Guillaume P. 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Communication Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy #### Arès Manque d’entretien et ménage pas fait Quartier calme ##### Guillaume P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dorothée l. 22 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### très bon séjour, logement très agréable découverte du bassin d'arcachon ##### dorothée l. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Isabelle G. 7 Jul 2023 #### Très bien pour un court séjour L'équipe est très pro, tout ce qui permet de fonctionner est là : linge de maison, produits d'entretien et d'hygiène. Quartier très calme, presque trop (crainte de déranger les voisins en rentrant le soir) et un peu loin de la plage. Mais la maison est agréable et les chiens sont admis, ce qui se fait de plus en plus rare. Les horaires d'arrivée et de départ sont flexibles ce qui évite de stresser. Nous avons passé un très bon séjour. ##### Isabelle G. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophie W. 18 Aug 2022 #### Maison cricri Merci beaucoup pour votre accueil et écoute Durant tout notre séjour qui a été excellent. à bientôt ##### Sophie W. ### 6/10 Okay #### Alain A. 28 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### A revoir Ou est le lave vaisselle mentionné dans le contrat? Pas de wifi fi!!!!! Linge de lit trois fois trop grand pour le matelas. Matelas pas très confortable, idem pour le canapé dans le salon. Un rafraîchissement serait le bienvenu dans cette location. Nous cherchons encore les relaxes en photo sur l’annonce ##### Alain A. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### DELPHINE G. 23 Aug 2021 #### Maison cri cri Maison très bien placée au calme ##### DELPHINE G. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabelle B. 9 Aug 2021 #### Maison cricri Ares Le logement est conforme à la description. Au calme et à proximité de l océan, le bassin, plein d activités. Sophie nous a accueillis avec beaucoup de disponibilité. ##### Isabelle B.