A Farmhouse Gite Surrounded By Apple Orchards And Attractive Garden

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Unknown, Normandie

Souleuvre Viaduct30 min drive
Lande Viaduct31 min drive
Bagnoles de l'Orne Casino47 min drive
Caen (CFR-Carpiquet)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Tucked away in a rural hamlet near the village of St Quentin les Chardonnets, La Cidreraie forms part of a traditional old farmhouse, which nestles in the heart of the leafy, ‘bocage’ countryside that so typical of Lower Normandy.
La Cidreraie has a downstairs living are with cooking facilities, dining table and chairs and a comfortable sofa. Wi-Fi is available but please note that there is NOT A TELEVISION in the accommodation
Upstairs the mezzanine bedroom has a double bed and an ensuite shower / toilet.
This gite overlooks a pleasant garden with fruit trees and flowers where you can relax and listen to the sound of birds singing.
The quaint little town of Tinchebray is just 5 kms away and the bustling market towns of Vire and Flers are within easy reach. There are pleasant walks right on our doorstep and opportunities for fishing, horse riding, kayaking and other leisure activities available locally. For the children there are waterfalls to picnic by, lakes with paddle boats and several zoos are a short drive away.
Of course a holiday is not a holiday without a trip to the seaside and lovely sandy beaches can be reached in a little over an hour.
You are within easy reach of destinations such as Mont Saint Michel, the D-Day Beaches and Bayeux.
The owner is on site to help you make the most of your holiday so do let us know if you have particular interests.
This beautiful area of France really does have something to please everyone. Don’t forget to sample the local specialities; cheese, cider, calvados and biscuits are all produced nearby!

Property manager

Alison Smith

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Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests are kindly asked to leave the gite clean and tidy at the end of their stay. A cleaning service is available if required (40€)

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint-Quentin-les-Chardonnets

Located in Saint-Quentin-les-Chardonnets, this apartment is in a rural area. Vire Museum and Regional Pottery Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Houlme Golf Course and Souleuvre Viaduct. Le Village Enchante and Clecy Miniature Railway are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

Unknown, Normandie

What's nearby

Le Village Enchante - 26 min drive
Souleuvre Viaduct - 30 min drive
Lande Viaduct - 31 min drive
Bagnoles de l'Orne Casino - 47 min drive
Ange Michel Amuseument Park - 57 min drive

Getting around

Vire Station - 15 min drive
Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

La Bouilloire - 8 min drive
Chez Maman - 13 min drive
Manoir de la Pommeraie - 11 min drive
Restaurant des Amis - 14 min drive
Le Saint Rémy - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Farmhouse Gite Surrounded By Apple Orchards And Attractive Garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Farmhouse Gite Surrounded By Apple Orchards And Attractive Garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Farmhouse Gite Surrounded By Apple Orchards And Attractive Garden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Farmhouse Gite Surrounded By Apple Orchards And Attractive Garden located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 12 miles (20 km) of Vire Museum, Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park and Regional Pottery Museum. Charles Leandre Museum and Flers Castle are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

JOHN S., Northern Ireland

6 Oct 2021

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

Hidden Gem

A hidden gem in lovely rolling countryside. We were looking for our perfect location to enjoy walks or cycle. Alison, is the perfect host, provides excellent accommodation in a fantastic location that gave us everything we were looking for. Walks from the Gite or to travel short distances to well signed routes are amazing with varying scenery wherever you go. Suisse Normandy certainly is exceptional as is the area surrounding the Gite. Such a lovely place to relax and enjoy the quiet of the countryside. Exceptional. Thanks Alison.

Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

15 Feb 2020

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

Lovely Service

We really enjoyed our stay made all the more brilliant by the thoughtfulness of Alison the gite owner .We shall most definitely return .

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

28 Nov 2019

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

Small but cozy

The property was small but had everything in it. The owner was particularly nice even greeting us with a cup of tea and cake!!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deana M.

28 Nov 2019

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

Perfect

Alison was a fabulous host and the property was perfect for us. Would definitely recommend and visit again.

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

andrea f.

16 Sept 2018

Lovely relaxing place to stay

Very comfortable gite and easy access to all the local sites and amenities.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by Alison Smith

Welcome to Orchard Gites here in beautiful Lower Normandy. I am delighted to be able to share a taste of the French lifestyle with you and feel sure you will fall in love with the peace and tranquility just as I have done. I had always wanted to combine my love of a rural lifestyle and my passion for Art and I was able to fulfil that dream when I came upon this lovely farmhouse on the border of Orne and Calvados.

Why they chose this property

I decided that this was the place for me after viewing only three other properties! This lovely, old stone farmhouse offered everything I was looking for. The property had been renovated 20 years previously and had been run as a gite business ever since, so it was already well established in the area. I love the fact that the coast is only an hour away and yet the gites are tucked away in the rolling Normandy countryside so it offers the best of both worlds for holidaymakers. Visitors always comment on how peaceful it is however, the gites are very accessible and not at all difficult to get to. I think most people are surprised at how much there is to do locally. I keep in touch with my local tourist offices and am able to help guests really make the most of their time here.

What makes this property unique

The garden here has proven to be a delight; from the appearance of violets, daffodils and primroses in early Spring followed by the apple blossom in May. There is abundance of flowers, fruit and vegetables throughout the season. It is wonderful to offer guests fresh fruit and vegetables as well as home-made jams and preserves!
The garden and surrounding countryside provide inspiration for the Art Courses I run in the summer.
Guests can develop their artistic skills in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere. This lovely location is ideal for anyone wishing to focus on a creative interest such as painting, photography or writing. The gites really are perfect for guests wishing to take some time out from the busy pace of everyday life and to experience a little peace and tranquility.