Bienvenue à L’Olive, votre écrin vert nature au cœur de Rouen.

The space

Completely renovated and tastefully decorated, this flat welcomes you into a cosy, green and elegant atmosphere. Ideally situated on Rue Damiette, one of the most iconic streets in Rouen’s historic centre, you’ll enjoy a prime location from which to explore the city on foot, amongst half-timbered façades, restaurants, cafés, boutiques, antique shops and art galleries.

Situated on the 2nd floor of a characterful building without a lift, L’Olive combines old-world charm with contemporary décor in natural tones, designed to create a true haven of calm and comfort.

Upon arrival, you’ll find a bright and practical entrance hall, featuring a bench seat, a coat rack and a separate toilet.

A few steps then lead you to the living area, the true heart of the flat. The open-plan kitchen is fully equipped to allow you to stay independently: Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, toaster, oven, fridge, crockery and kitchen utensils.

The cosy and comfortable lounge area features a television and opens onto a dining area, perfect for sharing breakfast, dinner or simply enjoying a relaxing moment after a day of sightseeing.

Walking through the living area, you’ll reach a lovely suite, designed to be a real haven. It features a high-quality double bed and an open-plan bathroom area with a shower and washbasin, all set in a modern and soothing atmosphere.

Whether you’re travelling on business, on a romantic getaway or on holiday, L’Olive will charm you with its exceptional location, high-quality facilities and its elegant, natural atmosphere.

From the flat, you can reach Saint-Maclou Church, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Place du Vieux-Marché or the banks of the Seine in just a few minutes. The lively and charming surrounding streets will allow you to fully enjoy the Rouen way of life.

Bed linen and household linen are provided for your comfort. The property does not have private parking, but you can park at the Hôtel de Ville car park, located a few hundred metres away.

The accommodation is managed by Conciergerie L’ArchiDuchesse, which can be contacted 7 days a week from 10.00 to 12.30 and from 14.00 to 21.00.

To finalise your booking and receive the access codes for the property, you will be asked to provide a credit card authorisation via a secure link.

If you’d like to extend your stay, a one-off fee of €10 applies for early arrival or late departure, subject to availability and prior approval from our team.

We would be grateful if you could take care of the accommodation, respect the neighbourhood, and we wish you a wonderful stay in Rouen.

Guest access

Guests have access to the entire property.

Guest interaction

We are happy to accommodate guests’ preferences.

Neighbourhood

Staying just a stone’s throw from Saint-Maclou Church means immersing yourself in the very heart of Rouen. A true gem of Normandy’s heritage, this iconic neighbourhood transports you through the centuries, amongst cobbled streets, half-timbered houses and façades steeped in history.

First thing in the morning, let yourself be swept away by the peaceful atmosphere of the narrow medieval streets.
Enjoy a coffee on a terrace on the charming Rue Damiette, and wander amongst the art galleries, independent shops and antique dealers that give this authentic and lively neighbourhood its unique charm.

Just a few metres away, Saint-Maclou Church reveals its impressive Flamboyant Gothic architecture, considered one of Rouen’s finest monuments. As you continue your stroll, in just a few minutes you’ll reach the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral, immortalised by Claude Monet, as well as the Place du Vieux-Marché, a key site in the history of Joan of Arc.

The Saint-Maclou district is also a feast for food lovers. Traditional restaurants, wine bars, tea rooms and lively terraces line the narrow streets, offering a warm and friendly atmosphere day and night. Whether you’re a fan of Normandy’s cuisine, international dishes or simply looking for a pleasant terrace to enjoy the long summer evenings, you’ll always find somewhere to linger.

Just a few minutes’ walk away, the banks of the Seine offer a more peaceful retreat for a stroll at sunset, whilst the museums, markets and numerous cultural events bring the historic centre to life all year round.

With its exceptional heritage, relaxed way of life and quintessentially Rouen atmosphere, the Saint-Maclou district is undoubtedly one of the finest places to discover Rouen.

Transport

As well as being central, the neighbourhood is well served by public transport, whether by bus or the Rouen metro.

Rouen Rive Droite station is about a 15-minute walk or a few minutes by bus away. Regular trains run to Paris Saint-Lazare (around 1 hour 15 minutes), Le Havre, Deauville and Caen.

The ‘Palais de Justice’ station, about a 10-minute walk away, provides access to the metro (tram) line running from north to south through: Boulingrin (right bank), Saint-Sever, Le Grand-Quevilly, Petit-Quevilly, Sotteville-lès-Rouen and the Madrillet Technology Park.

Numerous bus routes run through or pass close to the Saint-Maclou neighbourhood. The “République” stop is served by several routes, notably routes 11, F1 and F7 (high-frequency services), which cover a large part of the Rouen metropolitan area. These routes allow you to travel easily to more distant neighbourhoods or to specific tourist attractions.
The “Cathédrale” stop is served by several TEOR routes (T1, T2, T3), which also cross the city centre from WEST to EAST and stop nearby. These TEOR routes have the advantage of running very frequently and using dedicated lanes, thus avoiding traffic jams.

Public transport generally runs until midnight from Monday to Saturday.

Rouen has an extensive network of cycle paths and several bike-share stations near the historic centre.

Although the historic centre is largely pedestrianised, there are several secure car parks nearby: the Cathédrale car park and the Town Hall car park.
To avoid traffic in the city centre, free park-and-ride facilities are available at the entrances to Rouen, with direct connections to the metro and the TEOR lines.

The pedestrianised streets and half-timbered houses provide a particularly pleasant setting for strolling and exploring the city.

In short, whether by metro, bus, bike or on foot, Rouen’s Saint-Maclou district is perfectly connected to make it easy for visitors to get around the city.

Other things to note

Please note that the accommodation is on the second floor of an old building with no lift and involves a few additional steps inside the property. Its unique character is part of the charm of the place, but it may not be suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Check-in is via the Archduchess’s Key Holder from 4.00 pm until 8.00 pm, and check-out must be completed by 11.00 am at the latest.

The accommodation is managed by the ArchiDuchesse concierge service, available 7 days a week (from 10.00 am to 9.00 pm). In the house, all our guests are provided with bed linen, essential toiletries for the first day (shampoo, shower gel, hand wash, toilet paper, etc.), as well as one large towel per person, along with tea towels and a bath mat for each bathroom. A welcome kit containing a kitchen bin bag, a bathroom bin bag, a sponge and washing-up liquid is provided free of charge on arrival for the duration of your stay.

We are committed to providing a pleasant experience; however, please note that we are not a hotel service. Any mid-stay cleaning, changing of bed linen/towels, restocking of essential toiletries, or deliveries can be arranged on request at an additional cost. Upon confirmation of your booking, you will receive the Archiduchesse tourist guide, our top tips featuring promotional codes from our selected partners, and the arrival instructions booklet for your accommodation.

La Cour de l’Archiduchesse offers a range of services to make your stay as enjoyable as possible: baby equipment hire, luggage storage, shuttle service, babysitting, gourmet hampers, help with organising sightseeing trips, event planning (marriage proposals, birthdays, themed rooms, etc.) and much more! For any special requests, please contact La Cour de l’ArchiDuchesse.

When staying in a holiday let, it’s also important to follow a few rules to ensure everything runs smoothly and to avoid any surprises with your security deposit! Please remember to look after the property as if it were your own: avoid causing damage, treat the furniture with care and leave the place clean when you leave. Follow the guidelines regarding timings and the use of facilities, and respect the peace and quiet of the neighbourhood. And if any minor issues arise, please don’t hesitate to let us know. Please remember that parties are strictly prohibited (€250 will be deducted from the deposit), that the property is entirely non-smoking (€50 will be deducted from the deposit), that pets are not allowed (€50 will be deducted from the deposit) unless prior permission has been granted by us, and that any loss, theft or damage will be charged at the actual replacement value. ​​