Farmhouses in Bagnoles de-l'Orne, Normandy, France
Country Farmhouse Gite With Pool Near Bagnoles De L'orne On Normandy Mayenne Border
A Delightful Rural Retreat In The Heart Of The French Countryside Yet Close To All Amenities
4 Bedroom, 3 Bedroom Farmhouses
Rates
(FROM)
£ 275 - £ 575
WEEKLY
At a glance
- 1. Cottage:
- Sleeps: 7 ( 4bedrooms)
- Bathrooms/Toilets: 1
- 2. Cottage:
- Sleeps: 6 ( 3bedrooms)
- Bathrooms/Toilets: 1
- 3. Cottage:
- Sleeps: 2 ( 1bedroom)
- Bathrooms/Toilets: 1
- Pool
- Pets accepted
- Internet access
Photos page 1
La Maison Neuve gites
Le Pommier
Le Cerisier dining area
Le Cerisier lounge area with wood burning stove
Photos page 2
Le Cerisier
Le Cerisier kitchen
Le Cerisier double bedroom
Le Cerisier twin bedroom
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View of garden from La Chouette terrace
Le Pommier living room with wood burning fire
Le Pommier kitchen diner
Le Pommier double bedroom
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Le Pommier twin bedroom
View of gites from the swimming pool
La Chouette living room
La Chouette double bedroom
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La Chouette kitchen
La Chouette ensuite bathroom
View of gite garden, swimming pool and field
Nearby Bagnoles de l'Orne - a real delight
Property description
Le Cerisier is part of an original farmhouse and barn built in the early 1800s in rolling French countryside. Set in 3.5 acres, there is a large garden with terrace, patio furniture and barbecue for you to enjoy. It is located midway between Bagnoles de l'Orne and Lassay-les-Chateaux, both about 8 miles away. Bagnoles is a well known French spa town famous for its waters and healing properties and there is an excellent selection of restaurants in the town. Lassay is known for its chateaux and also has a delightful rose garden. The picturesque medieval town of Domfront with its chateau and church of St. Julien is 17 miles away. Though all amenities are nearby, our location is very tranquil and you can feel the peace and quiet envelop you. The village of Madré is 2km from Le Cerisier and has a butcher's shop, post office and small bar. There are excellent restaurants in the villages nearby which serve fixed price lunches including cider and wine.
Accommodation description
1. Le Cerisier Sleeps 7 (4 Bedrooms)
Le Cerisier is a light and spacious cottage with all the amenities that you will require for a comfortable holiday.
The front door opens into the open living room with dining area and separate kitchen located off the living room area.
The living room has comfortable seating, log burning stove, English satellite TV along with DVD. There are patio doors leading to the terrace with BBQ.
The dining area has large dining table, chairs and all required cutlery and crockery.
The well equipped kitchen includes gas cooker, separate fridge and freezer, coffee maker, electric kettle, microwave, toaster, iron and washing machine.
Stairs lead up to the landing from which there are:
Master bedroom with double bed, wardrobe, drawers etc. There is plenty of space for a cot if required (please enquire for details).
Two further twin bedrooms.
One single bedroom.
The bathroom is located off the landing and has WC, wash handbasin and shower.
WiFi available.
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Bedrooms: 4 |
Bathrooms: 1 |
Living Rooms: 1 |
Property Type: Cottage |
2. Le Pommier Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms)
Le Pommier is a light and spacious cottage with all you will require for a comfortable holiday.
The front door opens into the living room with separate kitchen diner located off the living room area.
The living room has comfortable seating, log burning fire, English satellite TV along with DVD. There are patio doors leading to the terrace and open garden with BBQ.
The dining kitchen has large dining table, chairs and all required cutlery and crockery. The kitchen includes gas cooker, fridge freezer, coffee maker, electric kettle, microwave, toaster, iron and washing machine.
Stairs lead up to the landing from which there are:
Master bedroom with double bed, wardrobe, drawers etc. There is plenty of space for a cot if required (please enquire for details).
Two further twin bedrooms.
The bathroom is located off the landing and has WC, wash handbasin and shower.
All bed linen and towels are included in the rental rate.
Limited WiFi available.
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Bedrooms: 3 |
Bathrooms: 1 |
Living Rooms: 1 |
Property Type: Cottage |
3. La Chouette Sleeps 2 (1 Bedroom)
La Chouette is a 2 person cottage with all you will require for a comfortable romantic holiday.
The front door opens into the living room with separate kitchen diner located off the living room area.
The living room has comfortable seating, English satellite TV along with DVD. There are patio doors leading to the terrace and open garden with BBQ.
The dining kitchen has dining table, chairs and all required cutlery and crockery. The kitchen includes gas cooker, fridge with freezer section, coffee maker, electric kettle, microwave, toaster, and iron.
Stairs lead up to the:
Master bedroom with double bed, wardrobe, drawers etc. There is plenty of space for a cot if required (please enquire for details).
The bathroom is en suite and has WC, wash handbasin and shower.
All bed linen and towels are included in the rental rate.
WiFi available.
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Bedrooms: 1 |
Bathrooms: 1 |
Living Rooms: 1 |
Property Type: Cottage |
Important notes on accommodation
Wood for the log fires is provided but if additional wood is required, it is charged at 5€ per basket.
Fixed convector heaters are located in the bathrooms and bedrooms.
A cot is available if required and will be placed in the double bedroom though you will have to provide bedclothes for the cot.
If you will be arriving late and require a meal to heat up in your gite, let us know and we can send sample menus and prices.
Location Type: Rural, Village.
Rates
1. Le Cerisier Sleeps 7 (4 Bedrooms) prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 June 2013 - 31 August 2013 | £ 550.00 | 7 | ||
| 31 August 2013 - 31 May 2014 | £ 80.00 | £ 395.00 | 3 | |
| 31 May 2014 - 26 July 2014 | £ 495.00 | 7 | ||
| 26 July 2014 - 30 August 2014 | £ 575.00 | 7 | ||
| 30 August 2014 - 30 May 2015 | £ 80.00 | £ 395.00 | 3 | |
| 30 May 2015 - 25 July 2015 | £ 495.00 | 7 | ||
| 25 July 2015 - 5 September 2015 | £ 575.00 | 7 |
2. Le Pommier Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms) prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 01 June 2013 - 31 August 2013 | £ 525.00 | 7 | ||
| 31 August 2013 - 31 May 2014 | £ 75.00 | £ 375.00 | 3 | |
| 31 May 2014 - 26 July 2014 | £ 475.00 | 7 | ||
| 26 July 2014 - 30 August 2014 | £ 550.00 | 7 | ||
| 30 August 2014 - 30 May 2015 | £ 75.00 | £ 375.00 | 3 | |
| 30 May 2015 - 25 July 2015 | £ 475.00 | 7 | ||
| 25 July 2015 - 05 September 2015 | £ 550.00 | 7 |
3. La Chouette Sleeps 2 (1 Bedroom) prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 01 June 2013 - 31 August 2013 | £ 290.00 | 7 | ||
| 31 August 2013 - 31 May 2014 | £ 50.00 | £ 275.00 | 3 | |
| 31 May 2014 - 26 July 2014 | £ 275.00 | 7 | ||
| 26 July 2014 - 30 August 2014 | £ 295.00 | 7 | ||
| 30 August 2014 - 30 May 2015 | £ 50.00 | £ 275.00 | 3 | |
| 30 May 2015 - 25 July 2015 | £ 275.00 | 7 | ||
| 25 July 2015 - 05 September 2015 | £ 295.00 | 7 |
Changeover day
Changeover day is on a Saturday though we can be flexible away from the peak summer season.
Arrival should be 4.00pm or later.
Departure should be 10.00am or earlier.
Location
Farmhouses in Bagnoles de-l'Orne, Normandy, France
About the area
Accessibility
There are steps into each of the gites and stairs to the bedrooms so the gites may not be suitable for those of limited mobility.
Outside
The garden outside the gites is just under an acre so there is plenty of room to spread yourselves out. Garden and patio furniture along with barbecues are available.
There are a further 2.5 acres beyond the garden which is given over to a playing field - ideal for energetic youngsters - and a newly planted orchard which we are developing. You are more than welcome to sample the apples, pears and plums when in season.
The swimming pool is around 1 metre deep and close to the terraces so you can keep an eye on your children while enjoying a glass of wine, cooking the barbecue or just relaxing.
Coast/Beach
There is a lakeside beach at La Ferté-Macé which is just under 12 miles away and takes around 25 minutes to get there.
Further afield to the north there are the Normandy landings beaches which are around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Alternatively you can go west and visit Le Mont St. Michel which is just over 60 miles away and explore the coast towards Granville, well known for its oysters.
Golf
The Andaine Golf Club at Bagnoles de l'Orne is 8 miles from the gite. This is a 9 hole golf course with a river running through it. Rates are around 20€ for weekdays and 48€ at weekends.
Special Interest Holidays
If you decide that you want to stay in and not cook, contact us directly and we will be delighted to offer you dinner in our house. Menus and prices by arrangement.
We can also provide ready meals for your arrival to heat up and enjoy in your gite as we understand you may be tired and not want to go shopping. Contact us directly for details and prices.
How to get there
By ferry:
Portsmouth to Caen (Ouistreham) to La Maison Neuve 77 miles - around 1.5 hours.
Newhaven to Dieppe to La Maison Neuve 162 miles - around 3 hours.
Dover to Calais to La Maison Neuve 259 miles - around 4.5 hours.
By air:
Dinard airport to La Maison Neuve - 94 miles - around 2.1 hours.
Rennes airport to La Maison Neuve - 87 miles - around 1.8 hours.
Nantes airport to La Maison Neuve - 125 miles - around 3.5 hours.
We would suggest a car is essential if staying in our gites.
Distances
Our local village of Madré is 1.5 miles - easy walking (or cycling) distance.
Bagnoles de l'Orne is 8 miles as is Lassay-les-Châteaux.
The lake at La Ferté-Macé is 10 miles away.
Great lunchtime restaurant at St. Aignan-de-Couptrain is 5 miles. Ideal for a good walk or cycle.
Alençon (birthplace of St. Theresa) is 25 miles.
Le Mans (great day out) is 48 miles.
Le Mont St. Michel is 62 miles.
Lisieux (where St. Theresa was a Carmelite nun) 68 miles.
Bayeux (of tapestry fame) 68 miles.
Further Details
All major supermarkets are close by. Leclerc at La Ferté-Macé, Super U at Bagnoles and Intermarché at Lassay. There is also a Hyper U at Mayenne.
Bagnoles also has a selection of fashionable shops as well as pleasant walks. There are also banks and chemists.
We have a list of all local markets which covers just about every day of the week.
The area is a mecca for really good restaurants from the fixed price menus aimed at local French working people to a Michelin Starred restaurant near Bagnoles - everything to suit the occasion and your budget.
Nearby forests and cycle paths are wonderful for exploring and we can help you plan your day out.
We are close to the edge of the Andaine Forest which is again great for walking and cycling. It is teeming with wildlife including birds, deer, red squirrels and even the occasional wild boar. Smaller animals such as weasels, hares, foxes and badgers also live there but are less visible. You may see the occasional "ragondin" or coypu in the river at the bottom of our hill. Originally from South America they were introduced into Europe and have become a pest.
Booking notes
Booking is secured on payment of the £100 booking fee. The balance is required 6 weeks prior to the start of the holiday. You will also need to include the £100 returnable security deposit.
Payment can be either by internet banking or cheque.
All linen and towels are included in the price.
Terms and conditions are available on our website.
Guest comments
"We were so glad we chose Le Pommier" - Karen J. and family, Aug 2011.
"Like a home away from home" - Karen S. and family, Aug 2011.
"More expensive hotels do not come close to the quality here" Andy and Christina G. Sept 2011.
"We loved this area and can't wait to return" Kath & Dave E. Aug 2011.
"We found an extremely warm welcome from George & Yvette who were extremely good hosts throughout our holidays" Tony B. and family, Aug 2011.
"Thanks George & Yvette for a fantastic holiday" Ian and Jean C. Nov 2011.
We have more comments which you can see on our website.
About the Owner
We, George and Yvette, fell in love with France many years ago and spent most of our summer holidays here with our children. Since they are now grown up, we took the opportunity to move here permanently. We live in wonderful rural surroundings but are still close enough to England for our children to visit us and for us to visit them. Our house is next to the gites and if there is anything you need while you are here, we are more than happy to help. If you look at our guest reviews, that should help to convince you that we will make your holiday special.
Year property purchased: 2011
Why this location?
We fell in love with our property because it is in the heart of the countryside and is very peaceful and quiet. The roads are ideal for walking or cycling and we enjoy few things more than cycling to one of our favourite village restaurants and having a fixed price menu (10.50) including cider and wine and then gently cycling home again, often meeting up with friends in the restaurant. Though in the heart of the countryside, there are all amenities close by. Bagnoles de l'Orne is a great tourist attraction and there are always activities being held there during the summer. Not only that but there is a great selection of restaurants and beautiful walks in the town and through the forests.
What are the unique benefits of the property?
Though our house was originally built in the early 1800s it has been sympathetically modernised and has all the amenities that you will need for a comfortable holiday. One thing you will enjoy is the feeling of space outside in the garden and the fields beyond. There are 3.5 acres for you to enjoy as well as the swimming pool and you are welcome to help yourself to fruit such as apples, pears and plums when in season. Not only this but you are more than likely to be offered excess produce from Yvette's ever expanding vegetable plot!
Send an enquiry to the owner for booking or further information
Property Ref FR15926
Contact Name:
George Canty
(FRANCE) +33 243043570
Alternate Contact Details:
((FRANCE) +33 604475347)
Languages spoken: English.
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