House in La Bazoque, Normandie

Traditional Stone Gîte, Set In Wooded Valley, No Neighbours, Beach 30min

Traditional Stone Gîte, Set In Wooded Valley, No Neighbours, Beach 30min

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Le Moulin des Essards holiday cottage
On a small country lane
Private kitchen
The sitting room
new woodburner

Overview of Traditional Stone Gîte, Set In Wooded Valley, No Neighbours, Beach 30min

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

La Bazoque, Normandie
  • Popular LocationChateau de Balleroy10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuseum of the Bayeux Tapestry26 min drive
  • Popular LocationOmaha Beach38 min drive
  • AirportDeauville (DOL-Normandie)90 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Traditional Stone Gîte, Set In Wooded Valley, No Neighbours, Beach 30min

Set in peaceful, beautiful surroundings beside an old mill, this former bake house overlooks a tranquil wooded valley, waterfall and millstream. Restored by the English owners who live next door, it is the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Situated not far from the town of Balleroy which has a bar, a supermarket and two boulangeries where you can buy bread, croissants and mouth-watering cakes. In the surrounding countryside are pretty villages, forests, a lakeside leisure centre and wonderful opportunities for walking or cycling, starting on your own doorstep. The area around the cottage is a haven for wildlife, and visitors have reported seeing deer, hares, foxes and kingfishers to name but a few. Egrets, and for the last four years black storks, are occasional visitors. The cottage is set on a slope overlooking a valley and has accommodation on three floors. On the main floor is the living/dining room, with views of the valley and waterfall.

Property manager

Stephen BUSS
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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

No pets allowed
• For practical reasons, we cannot accept dogs.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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

La Bazoque

Located in La Bazoque, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cotentin and Bessin Marsh Regional Natural Park and Green Beach, while Museum of the Battle of Normandy and Museum of the Bayeux Tapestry are cultural highlights. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Chateau de Balleroy - 10 min drive
  • Museum of the Battle of Normandy - 25 min drive
  • Museum of the Bayeux Tapestry - 26 min drive
  • Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial - 36 min drive
  • Omaha Beach - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Saint-Lo Station - 24 min drive
  • Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Chalet de la Fritte - 16 min drive
  • Lm Créations Textiles - 15 min drive
  • The Tea Garden - 11 min drive
  • L'Essentielle - 10 min drive
  • De l'Abbaye - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Stone Gîte, Set In Wooded Valley, No Neighbours, Beach 30min pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Stone Gîte, Set In Wooded Valley, No Neighbours, Beach 30min?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Stone Gîte, Set In Wooded Valley, No Neighbours, Beach 30min?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Stone Gîte, Set In Wooded Valley, No Neighbours, Beach 30min located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Chateau de Balleroy and within 12 miles (20 km) of Abbey of Cerisy-la-Foret and Cotentin and Bessin Marsh Regional Natural Park. Green Beach and Notre Dame Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.2/5

Cleanliness

4.6/5

Check-in

4.6/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

Janet B.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
A good base to return to after a days sightseeing.
This property is convenient for visiting the D Day landing beaches and museums as well as Bayeux. It is in a very quiet, rural location. We felt that the gite is perhaps in need of some upgrading/redecoration, particularly the bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

5/5 Excellent

Albert S.

Stay at La Bazoque
Cottage was fantastic and in a lovely location. Lots of walks through the countryside with great views,very quite and peaceful yet convenient for local towns and the coast. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

5/5 Excellent

Ruth D.

Peaceful getaway from it all
A really lovely location that is a peaceful getaway from it all, the lovely cottage is well equipped, clean and serves as an excellent base from which to explore all the attractions that can be found in Normandy. We had a great holiday and highly recommend it
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Hannah R.

Fantastic rural setting. Beautiful countryside, and not far from local amenities. Loved it!
We had a two week stay in this beautiful cottage. It was in a great location; close to local market towns and not too far from the lovely Normandy beaches. You truly feel like you are 'away from it all' as the cottage is situated in such a peaceful, natural setting. The cottage contained all the necessities you need on holiday and Stephen and Caroline were very helpful with all of our queries. We would love to return and would recommend it as a great place to stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Sweet little gite in a beautiful location
The gite was easy to find. Stephens directions were very helpful. The gite itself was absolutely spotless and clean! It was set out well with all the amenities we needed. It's setting was lovely, and we walked a little route one day through the wood, and back through the village of La Bazoque. The location was brilliant and is only a short drive from Bayeux and the D-Day landing beaches. We also went to St Malo and Mont St Michel one day, which was about an hour and a half drive away, but well worth it! The only improvement I think that could be made would be more comfortable seating, both outside in the garden and inside in the living room. Highly recommended though, and we had a brilliant time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Stephen BUSS

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Hi I'm Stephen - I've lived & worked in France for the last 30 years. I'm an agent commercial (property agent) which is quite different from my former career in the UK. I've been self employed here since 1995 & my work has taken me around some beautiful parts of this region. Still much to explore and never get tired of it.

Why they chose this property

We first came to Normandy over thirty years ago to visit a friend, with no intention of buying a house. We went back owning a watermill. Well, not quite, but we'd put in an offer. The sale went through and a few years later we moved here permanently and began the massive task of renovation.

We love the isolation here and the absence of noisy neighbours, which is what first drew us to it. The surrounding woodland and meadows never cease to surprise us with the abundance of wildlife. The town shops are only a few minutes away, the ferry ports less than an hour, so we're not exactly cut-off from civilisation.

What makes this property unique

It's a great central location here, Bayeux is only a 30 minute drive, the tapestry and Cathedral are a must. The lovely beaches are about 45 minutes which are great for family relaxing or to do the historic and moving tours of the D-day landing sites.
The world famous Mont St Michel is about and hour and a half west of here.
If you want to visit Paris for the day, the trains go from Bayeux and only take 2 hours each way.
This cottage can offer peace & quiet for relaxing on-site, you only have ourselves & the wildlife for neighbours. The views up & down the valley from the cottage are unique.
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