Permanent Car Boot Sale At Valérie's

Chez Valérie, the permanent car boot sale in Houtaud: treasure hunt all year round near Pontarlier

In Houtaud, a commune bordering Pontarlier in Haut-Doubs, Valérie Benmehal had the original idea of opening a permanent car boot sale. Inaugurated in July 2023, this innovative concept allows individuals to rent a space within a commercial premises to sell their belongings continuously, without having to wait for a specific car boot sale date.

Chez Valérie offers three types of spaces: stands for displaying clothes on hangers, shelves for presenting objects and trinkets, or mixed spaces combining the two. Sellers keep 70% of their sales revenue, with the remaining 30% going to Chez Valérie to cover operating costs and ensure service quality.

A varied selection for all tastes

The permanent car boot sale Chez Valérie offers a varied selection of items that are constantly evolving, with new arrivals and sellers. You can find clothes for women, men, and children, decorative items, tableware, books, frames, toys, vintage and collectible items for all budgets. The offer is regularly renewed, encouraging regulars to return frequently to discover new arrivals.

A welcoming and well-located space

Located at 7 Rue de la Champagne in Houtaud (25300), the permanent car boot sale Chez Valérie benefits from an ideal location just a stone's throw from Pontarlier, the capital of Haut-Doubs. The space is covered, heated, and comfortably furnished, allowing for treasure hunting in good conditions all year round, regardless of the weather. A real alternative to outdoor flea markets for winter bargain hunters.

A supportive and accessible concept

Chez Valérie is part of the trend of collaborative commerce and the circular economy. By allowing individuals to sell their unused items in a professional setting, the permanent car boot sale contributes to giving objects a second life and reducing waste, while also allowing everyone to supplement their income.