The Thatched Pigeonnier Cottage (Dovecote)

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Tessy Bocage, Normandie

Souleuvre Viaduct26 min drive
Caen (CFR-Carpiquet)44 min drive
Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey61 min drive
Omaha Beach62 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This circular Dovecote and attached cottage are one of the oldest properties in the area and has quirky features like, wooden beams, original pigeon holes in the walls, spiral staircase in dovecote, plus log burner, originally part of Chateau Fincel it was built in the 1600's and has been renovated keeping with tradition but giving an up dated living style to last for a few hundred years more. In the middle of the countryside with views across farmland and the possibility of cows looking through the fence within feet of the window, with 2 double bedrooms 1 en suite, separate bathroom plus sofa bed in lounge. Free WiFi, UK Freesat TV, DVD, Washing machine, Log burner, Electric cooker, Microwave and BBQ. Just 4 hour easy drive from Le Shuttle/Calais ferry or 1.2 hours from St Malo or Cherbourg Ferry and 45 min from Caen. The local town Tessy sur Vire has a full variety of shops, bank with cashpoint and Carrefour supermarket just 5 min drive away.

Property manager

Tony Quick

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

Contact owner for further information

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tessy-Bocage

Located in Tessy-Bocage, this cottage is in a rural area. Vire Museum and Souleuvre Viaduct are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Champrepus Zoo and Souterroscope des Ardoisieres. Travelling with kids? Consider Coutances Botanical Garden and Le Village Enchante. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking and cycling.

Tessy Bocage, Normandie

What's nearby

Cornille-Havard Foundry - 18 min drive
Souleuvre Viaduct - 26 min drive
Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey - 61 min drive
Omaha Beach - 62 min drive
Mont-Saint-Michel - 63 min drive

Getting around

Villedieu-les-Poêles Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

Les Routiers - 11 min drive
Cafe du Haras - 4 min drive
Hippocampe - 19 min drive
Crêperie les Roches de Ham - 10 min drive
La Pomme d'Or - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Thatched Pigeonnier Cottage (Dovecote) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at The Thatched Pigeonnier Cottage (Dovecote)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Thatched Pigeonnier Cottage (Dovecote)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Thatched Pigeonnier Cottage (Dovecote) located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Velorail of the Vallee de la Vire and 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Hambye Abbey. Green Beach and Notre Dame Church are also within 16 miles (25 km).

8.4

Very good

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Angea S.

10 Sept 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Dog friendly gite in Normandy countryside

Gite looked fine on arrival but once inside there was a cleanliness issue. Lots of dog hairs, Marks on kitchen unit doors, fly paper hanging over the dining table full of flies. Only used one side of the gite although the other side was better but we used the side that contained the kitchen and en suite facilities in the bedroom. Next to grazing cattle’s so didn’t open the windows due to the fly situation although this is normal in Normandy and fly papers have to be used but away from dining facilities, please. The gite itself is well equipped with everything you could possibly need and enough games to last a lifetime. Peaceful area. We left early as we didn’t feel comfortable and I didn’t go on holiday to clean up after other people and their animals. It’s hard for owners when they are not on site and have to rely on other people to look after their property. Would we return? Unfortunately not.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Leslie B., Kenilworth, UK

19 Jul 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky

A quirky property deep in the Normandy countryside Quite comfortable but agility needed to manage staircases.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Christine P.

30 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky Holiday Home

The Dovecote is a lovely holiday house. It is very quiet and peaceful - just lots of cows! You are close to lots of attractions such as Mont St Michael, Bayeux, The Normandy beaches, St Lo., etc. There are lots of supermarkets to buy bread and cheese, so you can indulge in the great food!

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Natalie B.

13 Jun 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Dovecote

Lovely property, lovely area. Was very nice having very inquisitive cows as neighbours! Enjoyed our stay very much as did the dogs!

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

29 Aug 2016

Peace & quiet in the countryside yet close to local village & road links to all tourist destinations

Attractive, well maintained property in secluded grounds with lovely views onto neighbouring farm. Well kept and clean with all necessary facilities to make a home from home holiday. Good for exploring but also comfy enough to spend a day at home. Great location for a wide variety of activities and tourist visits including markets, beaches, gardens, places of historical interest, walking etc. We visited Honfleur, Bayeaux, Normandy beaches, Mont St Michel, St Malo, Carolles Beach, and Dinan to name a few. Owner's provided lots of useful advice and made helpful suggestions to ensure the holiday met our needs by prompt response to our questions. Local riverside walk was an excellent suggestion. Would recommend to families, couples, friends. Probably challenging to the disabled or infirm unless able to sleep on downstairs sofa bed as staircases steep or spiral. Although there are restaurants nearby we tended to go out for the day and eat before returning home or cook at home.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2016

About the host

Hosted by Tony Quick

Liz and I fell in love with and purchased The Dovecote as a home from home in 2014 then spent 2 years renovating it. We spend a lot of time here ourselves but also head back to UK to see our family and feel we can share The Dovecote with others now.

Why they chose this property

You only have to look at this quirky building to see why we went for it. With it's thatched roof and circular dovecote, quirky staircases and meter thick stone walls, peaceful countryside and abundant wildlife. We feel totally at ease here every time we stay. With the historical ties to the UK the area has it all and the people could not be nicer even if your French is non existent like Tony's, he is trying to learn.