In Hauts-de-France, Driing brings together holiday rentals offered directly by their owners, from the Bay of the Somme to the Opal Coast and the edge of Chantilly. Just across the Channel via the Dover–Calais ferries and the Channel Tunnel, it is the closest French region to the UK and ideal for a short break. The median price is €80 per night (typically €70 to €99). For properties also listed on Airbnb or Booking.com, booking direct works out on average 20% cheaper for the same home.

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Why book direct in Hauts-de-France

Every property on this page is booked directly with its owner, with no platform commission added to what you pay. The saving is real: for holiday rentals in the region that are also listed on Airbnb or Booking.com, the direct price is on average 20% lower for the same home on the same dates. Whether for a weekend on the Bay of the Somme or a full week, the saving adds up.

The price you see is the one set by the host, with no middleman between you and the person welcoming you. Same home, better price.

Where to stay: the Bay of the Somme, the Opal Coast and Chantilly

The region is built around three areas that most travellers look for:

• The Bay of the Somme, around Saint-Valery-sur-Somme: gîtes and B&Bs close to one of the world's most beautiful bays, famous for its seals, birdlife and low-tide walks.
• The Opal Coast, from Le Touquet to Boulogne-sur-Mer (Saint-Josse, Wimille): long beaches, cliffs and seaside resorts.
• Southern Oise and Chantilly (Saint-Maximin, Courteuil): houses on the doorstep of the château and the forest, less than an hour from Paris, with Amiens and the Flanders hills (Cassel) nearby.

Types of property and prices

Properties are mainly characterful B&Bs in the countryside behind the Bay of the Somme and family houses near the coast or Chantilly.

Prices reflect this variety:

• B&B or small gîte: around €70 to €90 per night
• Family house: €90 to €130 per night
• Large house (groups): more, depending on capacity

The most common amenities are Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden; several properties serve breakfast with local produce.

What to see in Hauts-de-France

The highlights are easy to reach from most properties:

• The Bay of the Somme and Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, with the seals of the Pointe du Hourdel
• Le Touquet-Paris-Plage and the beaches of the Opal Coast
• The Château de Chantilly and its Great Stables
• The UNESCO-listed Amiens Cathedral and the floating gardens
• Cassel, voted France's favourite village, at the top of the Flanders hills

To get around, the Bay of the Somme can be explored on foot at low tide or aboard the bay's steam railway, the coast by bike along the Vélomaritime route, and Chantilly makes an easy day trip from Paris. The First World War battlefields and memorials of the Somme are also close by.

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Frequently asked questions

Is booking direct in Hauts-de-France really cheaper?

‍Yes. For properties in the region also listed on Airbnb or Booking.com, the price booked direct through Driing is on average 20% lower for the same home, because no platform commission is added to what you pay.

How much does a holiday rental in Hauts-de-France cost?

‍The median price is €80 per night, typically between €70 and €99 depending on the size of the property and the season. B&Bs start at around €70, and family houses cost between €90 and €130.

Where should I stay to visit the Bay of the Somme?

‍Properties are around Saint-Valery-sur-Somme and the nearby countryside (Arrest, Béhen, Sailly-Flibeaucourt), a few minutes from the bay, and are perfect for weekend breaks.

When is the best time to visit the Bay of the Somme?

‍Spring and autumn for migrating birds and the light, summer to combine the bay and the beaches. Weekends with spring tides are in high demand, so it is best to book early.

Can I stay near Chantilly?

‍Yes: several properties are in Saint-Maximin and Courteuil, on the doorstep of the Château de Chantilly and its forest, less than an hour from Paris.