Cottages and Gites in Normandy
Taking its name from the northern Viking conquerors who inhabited the region during the 9th century, this is an area of France with a rich and fascinating history whose ancient links with England were initially formed as a result of the Norman Conquest in 1066 and have continued through the centuries. This Anglo-French relationship has been enhanced in more recent decades by the excellent Channel crossing services that enable thousands of tourists from Britain to rent holiday cottages and gites in Normandy each year, and for travellers from France and the rest of Europe to take advantage of similar opportunities in the UK. While the D-Day landings and subsequent Battle of Normandy during World War II are responsible for the region's enduring prominence in world history, they have also ensured that Normandy has become a regular destination for many of the people choosing to rent holiday accommodation in France.
One positive element of the inevitably tragic consequences of these epic wartime events is a deep sense of empathy and pride felt by those who live and work in the area, reflected in the many visitors from Britain, Canada and the USA seeking holiday accommodation in Normandy with a view to paying their respects to those who sadly lost their lives on the beaches or in the towns of Calvados and Manche. Holiday gites and cottages in Normandy are popular throughout the region, however, for a wide variety of other reasons, making them an ideal choice for holidays that the whole family can appreciate. Besides offering an opportunity to fully investigate one of the most historically unique regions of France, bed and breakfasts in Normandy are an excellent way to enjoy a truly authentic experience of life in any Norman town or village where some genuine French hospitality will ensure your stay is both comfortable and stress-free, and you'll have the chance to sample plenty of superb regional food and drink in a part of France where agriculture is an important industry.
With a long coastline that's perfect for watersports and miles of verdant countryside carpeted in fields and forests, cut through by rivers and dotted with magnificent old chateaux, Normandy was made for an outdoor activity holiday, particularly when a day spent walking, cycling, sailing or fishing can also let you enjoy the atmosphere of peace and fabulous weather that makes this one of the most relaxing destinations in which to find holiday accommodation in France when planning a complete break away from the same old routine of home. While many prefer to have their bed made for them and a delicious breakfast all ready and waiting in the morning, self catering villas in Normandy provide an option for those who like to take at least some of their familiar domestic routines away with them on holiday to France. Villas, gites or cottage rentals in Normandy will provide a selection to suit whatever your requirements may be, and being found in locations throughout Seine Maritime, Calvados, Orne, Eure and Manche, there isn't a corner of the region, or any kind of holiday accommodation in Normandy, that can be left undiscovered!