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Tower |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 6

La Corbiere in Jersey

from £159 / night

£1108–£1848 / week

2 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

5 out of 5

2 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, car advised, no pets allowed

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About the home

During the German Occupation of Jersey in the Second World War, three huge observation towers were built as part of Hitler’s Atlantic Wall defences, comprising 15,000 structures stretching from Norway to the Loire. Their purpose was to direct artillery fire against targets out to sea. One of these, La Corbière Radio Tower, is available as accommodation for the first time.

Constructed from more than 5,000 bags of cement this is a truly imposing site from both land and sea. Its location commands excellent views over Jersey, and more closely, Corbière Lighthouse which stands on a outcrop of granite rocks just offshore. The lighthouse was once manned but is now fully automated. You can walk there along a causeway at low tide.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
From the tower’s rather functional beginning comes accommodation that is unique to Jersey. The tower has five floors with one double bedroom on floors one, two and three all with adjacent shower/wc. The kitchen and an extra wc is located on floor four and a narrow spiral staircase leads up to the loung/diner on the fifth floor. The climb to the top room is more than worth the effort as the look-out centre that once was the heart of the tower’s activity now offers almost a 360 degree view of the west coast that must be seen to be believed, converted into a stunning living area that is as quirky as it is spectacular.

3 shower rooms (with WC), a kitchen and three adult double bedrooms have been made out of the six rooms that lead the way up to the tower centre. It is perfectly situated for cliff walking, watching passing boats, beaches and bird watching but is close to main roads leading to restaurants and beaches.

Conditions

Arrival time is from 2pm, you must be ready to depart at 10am.

An initial enquiry over the telephone or via email does not constitute a booking. A booking is firm provided that we receive a completed, signed booking form and a deposit within the period initially agreed (usually between one to seven days). 50% of rental fee is required as a deposit upon booking with the balance being due two months before your arrival.
Should you need to cancel a booking you must notify us as soon as possible.
Your deposit is non-refundable and the following cancellation charges will apply

· More than 90 days before your arrival; your deposit
· 89 to 60 days before your arrival; 50% of the total rental
· 59 to 30 days before your arrival; 75% of the total rental
· 29 days or less before your arrival; 90% of the total rental
· On your arrival date or early departure; 100% of total rental

The property is not suitable for those with restricted mobility, crawling babies or toddlers.
No balcony access.

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View from the living space

 

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Fantastic views from the sea front position

 

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One of the bedrooms

 

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The Jersey region

The Channel Islands are magical islands in the Bay of St Malo and at the closest point Jersey is just 14 miles from the French coast. Warmed by the waters of the Gulf Stream, spring arrives early and summer lingers on. The weather here consistently tops the UK resort charts for sunshine hours and temperature.

Jersey is well known for its magnificent sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, sheltered coves and crystal clear waters. Inland, winding, shaded lanes take you through wooded valleys and patchwork countryside.

The La Corbiere area

Corbière is the extreme south west tip of Jersey with a rugged coastline and dramatic views out to sea and across the sweeping St Ouen's Bay. Jersey is thoroughly British but with a distinct French flavour. Although firecely loyal to the Crown for more than 800 years, the French influence lingers on in local surnames and place and street names. The capital St Helier is packed with continental style bistros, restaurants and pavement cafes.

You do not need a passport to visit the Channel Islands unless you intend taking a day trip to France which is a short hop away by sea or air. You will need proof of identity for flights and sea travel to the Island. As on the UK mainland the currency is sterling but Euros are accepted in many shops and other outlets.

There is plenty to do in the Island from guided walks to a visit to one of Jersey Heritage's six historic sites, Durrell or the Jersey War Tunnels. Day excursions can also be made to the other islands.

How to get there

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Jersey is a compact 9 miles by 5 miles so nowhere is too far away. Radio Tower is only a 15 minute drive from Jersey Airport and a 2O minute drive from the Harbour but should you wish to explore our 45 square miles of lush valleys, well-kept fields and amazing unspoilt coastline it would be advisable to hire a car if you are not bringing your own.
Please be aware that during rare, unfavourable weather conditions combined with the Tower's location and wind direction, bedroom three can experience loud noise interference. There is a double sofa bed situated in the lounge diner on the top floor should this be necessary during your stay.
Radio tower is close to Corbiere Lighthouse and light flashes will occur during the night. During periods of very poor visibility the lighthouse foghorn will sound at regular intervals.

Activities near La Corbiere

Reviews

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18 Nov 2012

“You want somewhere different to stay? Well, this is it. Terrific.” What a terrific place to stay, fantastic veiws and such a novel experience, may not suit everyone, especially if you do not like stairs, 71 from bottom to top, so you need to have a reasonable level of mobility. Once settled in you can just watch the world go by, sun rise to sun set. Landscape photographers dream location, not to mention good food, beer and walks all on your doorstep. Something you should try at least once anyway. Would we go again? We most certainly would.

05 Mar 2012

“2008 - The one unique holiday rental” We already went there in 2008, but this is still THE holiday rental of all times in the experience of all participants. When I rented it I told the group it was special, but I wasn't going to tell them more, so when we rode up to the tower the first reactions weren't enthusiastic - it does look ugly from the outside, even though even right there you could see the LOCATION was terrific. Then we climbed up to the living space - and I was afraid they weren't going to come down again to unpack the car, ever ! We have spent do many hours up there, regardless of the time of day, the wheather.... it was always fantastic. We still talk about it a lot, the pictures are on everybodies walls.... unique ! Not to forget about all of beatiful Jersey all around us of course ! And the Jersey Ice Cream Van that came to the parking lot for the lighthouse everyday was a MUST, too

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low season	29 Sep 12	22 Dec 12	1108£ 1108	-	-	1 Week
High season (Christmas)	22 Dec 12	5 Jan 13	1848£ 1848	-	-	1 Week
Low season	5 Jan 13	22 Mar 13	1108£ 1108	-	-	2 Nights
High season (Easter)	30 Mar 13	13 Apr 13	1848£ 1848	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	13 Apr 13	29 Jun 13	1386£ 1386	-	-	3 Nights
High Season	29 Jun 13	21 Sep 13	1848£ 1848	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	21 Sep 13	19 Oct 13	1386£ 1386	-	-	3 Nights
Low Season	19 Oct 13	21 Dec 13	1108£ 1108	-	-	2 Nights
High season (Christmas)	21 Dec 13	4 Jan 14	1848£ 1848	-	-	1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

There will be no price increase for 2013

Two Night Hire - Low season £501.00

Preferably arriving on a Wednesday or Saturday

7 Night Hire - Low Season £1108 arriving Saturday

3 Night Hire - Low season £594.00/Mid Season £734.00

Preferably arriving on a Wednesday or Saturday

7 Night Hire - Mid season - £1386.00 arrival/depart Saturday

High season - a minimum of seven night bookings £1848.00 arrival/depart Saturday

No Dogs allowed at this property

Availability

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