Two Bedroom Gite In A Manor House In Lower Normandy
Peaceful, Rural Location With Stunning Views Yet Readily Accessible To Major Attractions
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms)
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La Ricouvičre is a 16th century manor house situated on the border between the Calvados and La Manche departments of lower Normandy. Ideally positioned for those who enjoy walking/rambling, canoeing on the river Vire and cycling. Beautiful sandy beaches on both coastlines are within easy reach. Although peaceful and rural we are within an hour’s drive of many historically interesting sites, for example Bayeux and its Tapestry, Mont St. Michel and Caen, where William the Conquerer lived and is buried. The D-Day beaches, the Caen Memorial and the many cemeteries bear witness to Normandy’s contemporary history and the role it played towards the end of WW2.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 31 March 2012 - 28 April 2012 | €300 | 7 | ||
| 28 April 2012 - 30 June 2012 | €400 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 1 September 2012 | €500 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 29 September 2012 | €400 | 7 | ||
| 29 September 2012 - 27 October 2012 | €300 | 7 |
Notes on prices
50 euros heating surcharge for the months of April and October.
40 euros will be deducted from deposit at end of stay towards cleaning, unless guests wish to clean the flat themselves.
Changeover day
Saturday 10am departure and 4pm check-in.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | First floor, a double bed, dressing table, dumb valet and armchair. Ground floor, twin beds, 2 armchairs and dressing table. |
| Bathrooms: | Both bedrooms are en-suite with showers, basins, WC and heated towel rails. |
| Kitchen: | Our fully equipped kitchen features fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle, cooker/oven and dishwasher. Table for 4. |
| Living Rooms: | The sitting/dining room features French TV/video, sofa, 3 armchairs and a large paperback exchange library. Dining area for 4. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All towels and linen provided and changed weekly. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher iron/ironing board tv internet access central heating cot high chair barbecue |
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Accessibility
Not suitable for people with limited mobility.
Outside
Our property offers shared enclosed garden, barbecue and garden tables at the back and the front with stunning views!
Private parking for 2 cars.
Coast/Beach
In addition to the Normandy D-day Beaches are long sandy beaches on both sides of the Cotentin Peninsula. Somewhat further away are the famous seaside resorts of Deauville, Honfleur and St Malo.
Golf
Vire golf course, a challenging 18-hole course in a stunning setting, is only 13 miles/20 kms from our house. Somewhat further afield is the world famous Omaha Beach Course (27 holes) as well as at least 6 other courses.
Travel
How to reach us from the UK:
Shuttle Folkstone-Calais 4 hour drive from Calais.
Ferry Dover-Calais 4 hour drive.
Ferry Portsmouth-Ouistreham (Caen) 1 hour drive.
Ferry Portsmouth-Cherbourg 1.5 hour drive.
Ferry Portsmouth-Le Havre 1.5 hour drive.
Plane Stansted-Dinard by Ryanair 1.5 hour drive.
Plane UK flights to Rennes (seasonal) 1.5 drive.
Distances
15 minutes to the nearest town Villedieu les Poęles. Within 1h you'll find, Bayeux, St Lo, Caen and Coutance.
Further details
Villedieu les Poęles, 10 minutes from us, has 3 super markets and a lovely weekly market on Tuesday mornings. Every town in the area has its own market. The Saturday morning markets in Granville and St Lô are a treat to a food lover. You must remember though, that they are only there in the morning - as from midday, our French friends go home to eat! The nearest restaurant to us is 5 minutes by car, but can also be reached by a walk through stunning country paths. Caen and Rennes (both within 1h drive) have everything to offer from a big town point of view. Needless to say, we always point our guests towards the D-day Beaches and its historic interest. Also not to forget is the Bayeux Tapestry telling us all about William the Conquerer and the Battle of Hastings. Least but not last, guest should visit the most visited monument in France after the Eiffel Tower, i.e. Mont St Michel. There is the possibility to go on a horse drawn trip to the oyster beds, visiting cider farms and the Cherbourg Aquarium with a visit to a nuclear submarine, bungee jumping from a bridge built by Gustaf Eiffe, hiking, walking, cycling, canoeing. Normandy has so much to offer.
Booking notes
20% at the time of booking payable by UK or French cheque or bank transfer. Balance payable 6 weeks prior to the start of the rental. A 100 euros refundable deposit will be required on arrival.
Owner profile
About the owner
Simon and Ingrid de Lautour, an Anglo-Swedish couple, who moved to Normandy after 30 years in the south of France, are happy to welcome you in their new home, “La Ricouvière”.
Their knowledge of the area and fluency in languages will smooth the way for your holiday needs.
Why the owner chose a home in this location
After 30 years in the south of France, we wanted to explore another part of the country where the pace is slower and summers not too hot. We house hunted for 5 months and La Ricouvière found us, rather than the other way around. So no regrets having left the south and adopting a rural way of life.
Unique benefits of the property
Our 16th Century Manor House offers history, charm, luxury, incredible tranquillity and a magnificient view.
Many of our customers come back time and again, which to us is the best testimonial.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR7687
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