Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Valdallière, Normandie

Souleuvre Viaduct12 min drive
Zenith de Caen40 min drive
Museum of the Bayeux Tapestry49 min drive
Deauville (DOL-Normandie)80 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Les Madieres is a century-old restored stone farmhouse set in an acre and a half of lush land and gardens. A peaceful retreat in the French countryside, minutes from the bustling market town of Vire, with easy access to many attractions of Normandy.

There are 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a spa-like bathroom downstairs. Downstairs: kitchen, dining room, & lounge with wood-beamed ceiling & granite fireplace. The lounge features a TV, dvd player, games & books. An excellent supply of pots & pans, to practice your French cuisine awaits! We recently updated the kitchen cabinets and appliance and removed a wall to open up the dinning area (2023)

Situated on nearly 2 acres, Les Madieres invites you to enjoy some wine on the terrace, stroll the apple orchard, or relax on a tree-shaded lounge chair & lose yourself in a book. Children will love playing on the vast fenced garden, finding the secret path way, and saying bonjour to the neighbouring cows while you enjoy alfresco dining on the outdoor terrace. The setting is tranquil and surrounded by farmland and filled with the sounds of birds and little else.

Property manager

Ken & Kimberley

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Le Desert

Located in Valdallière, this holiday home is in a rural area. Via Ferrata de Clecy and La Grande Cascade reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Souterroscope des Ardoisieres and Clecy Miniature Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider Le Village Enchante and Rock of Oëtre. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Valdallière, Normandie

What's nearby

Souleuvre Viaduct - 12 min drive
Zenith de Caen - 40 min drive
Caen Memorial - 41 min drive
Museum of the Bayeux Tapestry - 49 min drive
Museum of the Battle of Normandy - 50 min drive

Getting around

Vire Station - 10 min drive
Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 11 min drive
Campanile Vire - 9 min drive
Bowling de Vire - 11 min drive
Buffalo Grill - 12 min drive
Le Robbery - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Souleuvre Viaduct and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Vire Museum. Souterroscope des Ardoisieres and Clecy Miniature Railway are also within 20 miles (32 km).

8.4

Very good

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6.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

12 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful country house

The house was lovely with a newly fitted kitchen. The location was amazing we loved sitting out in garden in the evenings listening to the wildlife and enjoying the tranquility. The kids loved exploring the huge gardens. We had a wonderful time and really did not want to leave. We will definitely revisit again.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

22 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay at Les Madieres

Weather was wonderful and we enjoyed wine on the terrace under the tonnelle, drinking wine and listening to the birds. Central to the beaches at Granville, the Zoo, D day beaches, and mt ste. Michel. Wifi was fast and reliable which allowed us to watch net flix on the TV as the satellite was down. Looking forward to our return!!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Christina K.

29 Jun 2013

Fantastic Family house

We enjoyed a fantastic week at this lovely house at the end of April. The house and gardens were delightful - plenty of space and our boys really enjoyed the garden. One of them managed to fall into the pond fully dressed! Unfortunately the terrace was overgrown with weeds and no garden furniture, so we were unable to enjoy the terrace on the warmer days. The house is very comfortable and cosy. The house is in a great location - so much to see and do in every direction - we would love to go for another visit.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

RUSSELL, DARTFORD KENT

27 Aug 2010

Les Madieres - website dosn't do it justice.

We'd read other people's reviews about the photos - but believe us its true. Wether you're a seasoned Gitte-er or have never had a French Cottage holiday before you will not regret staying at this beautiful property in fantastic surroundings, everything in the advert is accurate and the house was spotless and well decorated and furnished. The owner Ken may be in Vancouver but answers emails almost imediatly and when we were there, the local property manager was a very helpful english girl who lived nearby. We live on the outskirts of London and really appreciated the fact that it got dark at night (enough to see meteor showers) and during the day all you can hear is birds and the odd donkey or cow. The nearest Town is Vire -15 mins away by car with a great market on fridays,also with the Carrefour etc. If History's your thing amazingly this area was a major turning point in WW2 after D Day there are several museums,memorials & cemetaries in the area, and not far is Bayeux (tapestry) and Caen (Home of William the Conqueror -although he wasn't called that pre -1066). We are in our 50's and had a wonderful holiday here with our 15 year old son, even he looked up from his phone and nintendo occasionally!. Theres also plenty in the area to paint if you're in to art or youcan just enjoy the grounds, with your bread,wine and cheese for lunch by the pond or BBQ for dinner. We will definitely be returning, as soon as we can.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

21 Sept 2009

Hidden Treasure in Calvados !

The charm, elegance and setting of this country farmhouse is an experience that everyone will enjoy. Nestled in the countryside, it is quiet & peaceful, and yet only a 10 minute drive to Vire, and 40 mins to Caen. While relaxing in the garden I heard grasshoppers busy in the long grass - something that I haven't heard with a few years! A wonderful kitchen of goodies awaits the 'gourmet-inclined' traveller with various utensils & pots available, plus the benefit of a herb garden outside, plus apple and pear trees. The cleanliness of the house was fresh & crisp. A welcome note from the owners awaited us with some freshly cut roses and wine in the living room. It's the perfect location for visiting the many tourist sights in Normandy and we even managed a day trip to Paris by train from Vire. The house is a 'treasure' that you dream about finding and are overwhelmed when you actually arrive there in person. We had a super time and hope to return again soon - Marguerita, Ireland.

About the host

Hosted by Ken & Kimberley

Hi, we're Ken and Kimberley Foster. We are Canadians who love Europe and old world charm: the food, architecture, history, and of course, wine!
We have two little boys who enjoy exploring the farm in France and tasting new foods and ancient ruins.
We bought the house to create a life a bit less ordinary from our lives in Vancouver - best decision we ever made.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location. A stone farmhouse on nearly 2 acres of tranquil farmland. The boys can safely roam the property. It has an orchard that locals harvest the apples and pears from to make wine.
It is a quick trip into a great market town, which has a direct train to Paris!