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EXCEPTIONAL SETTING: your private gite in a character house in Normandy

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Point of interest
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

EXCEPTIONAL SETTING: your private gite in a character house in Normandy

This 16th century house, restored with respect for the architecture of the time, includes a 3-room gîte of 90 m², this gîte has an independent private entrance, a large living-dining room and open kitchen which allows very friendly, rooms with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and very practical laundry room. The small garden is a plus when the weather is nice it invites to laze around .. the walks are assured with, the stage in the forest (tree climbing) at 5 minutes, the city of Villedieu-les-poêles city of crafts and history and its bell foundry 10 minutes away, Mont-Saint-Michel 50 minutes, and the landing beaches about an hour by car.

The tenants are completely independent, and have at their disposal the necessary for the kitchen, as well as the dishwasher, the washing machine and dryer.

Private land, barbecue.
Non smoking cottage

Upstairs: two bedrooms, one with a double bed, the other with two single beds. A bathroom with shower and sink, separate toilet.

Tablecloths, sheets and towels provided
WIFI connection possible
we lend a cot. On request, we can also lend a high chair, a baby bath, and a changing mat. Please let us know in advance.
There is a supermarket, bakeries, butchers, delicatessens open between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., several are also open on Sunday morning. These stores are located 3 km from the cottage, you will find everything you need.


Tourist places nearby:
- Mont Saint Michel
- the forest of St Sever: hikes
- Dathée lake: hiking, public golf, sailing, canoeing
- The Souleuvre viaduct: bungee jumping, giant zip line, adventure course
- The Vire aquatic pool
- the landing beaches of the Americans in Normandy.
- Bayeux: city of art and history (Cathedral and Tapestry)
- Caen: Memorial and historic site, and numerous abbeys
- Villedieu les Poêles: Bell foundry
- Proximity, Granville, Channel Islands (Chausey, Jersey, Guernsey)
- Saint Malo
- Cotentin (North of the Manche): Cherbourg and the Pointe de la Hague

Property manager

Brigitte et Daniel Deslandes

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Possibilité de fumer à l'extérieur ou dans la cave

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 969 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Property is also known as

Exceptional Frame Your Private Cottage House Character Normandy
Exceptional Frame Your Private Character Normandy Courson
Exceptional Frame Your Private Character Normandy
Exceptional Frame Your Private Cottage House Character Normandy
Exceptional Frame Your Private Character Normandy Courson
Exceptional Frame Your Private Cottage House Character Normandy
Exceptional Frame Your Private Character Normandy
Exceptional Frame Your Private Cottage House Character Normandy

About the area

Map
Courson, Normandie

What's nearby

  • Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker - 13 min drive
  • Cornille-Havard Foundry - 13 min drive
  • Champrepus Zoo - 20 min drive
  • Mont-Saint-Michel - 52 min drive
  • Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey - 58 min drive

Getting around

  • Vire Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Mondial - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Cuisine de Léonie - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Samovar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar du Centre Thierry - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Saint Hubert - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is EXCEPTIONAL SETTING: your private gite in a character house in Normandy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at EXCEPTIONAL SETTING: your private gite in a character house in Normandy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at EXCEPTIONAL SETTING: your private gite in a character house in Normandy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is EXCEPTIONAL SETTING: your private gite in a character house in Normandy located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker, Mont Saint-Michel Bay and Vire Museum. Cornille-Havard Foundry is 6.8 mi (11 km) away.

EXCEPTIONAL SETTING: your private gite in a character house in Normandy Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Our holiday in Normandy
Well equipped, comfortable gite. Brigitte and Daniel were very helpful and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget N.

A peaceful retreat, and lovely owners.
We really like this gite. Peaceful location, perfect for relaxation and local area is pretty with lots of nice villages and scenic drives. The weather is unpredictable, so an upgrade to the indoor seating would be nice for more comfort on rainy days. Overall, it's great!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam P.

Lovely, peaceful setting
Exactly what we were hoping for - beautiful, quiet setting and very comfortable gite.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Holiday
Really nice property, would recommend anyone to stay there!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Fantastic stay in lovely accommodation
We loved our stay in this beautiful house, and area. The gite was so clean and smart, and everything was maintained to a very high standard. We would love to come back one day! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica G.

A little jewel of gite
Beautiful location, perfectly equipped, welcoming hosts. Merci M et Mme Deslandes
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derrick P., Higher Downgate, Cornwall

Excellent gite in quiet countryside
An excellently equipped gite in the French countryside. Clean and comfortable and an ideal base from which to explore. We visited the D Day landing beaches, Bayeux, Avranches, Villedieu.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bridget N.

A perfect holiday
There are so many good things we could say about our stay in this beautiful and peaceful gite. It was our aim to find a quite place to rest and recharge, and we certainly found it here. An excellently well equiped 'home from home', with a warm welcome from Brigitte and Daniel and the best shower you could wish for. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

France in March
We stayed in this wonderful gite for the month of March and it fulfilled all our expectations. It was well equipped, especially the laundry facilities, immaculately clean, lovely and warm and comfortable. It was an ideal location for us to walk into the nearby town of St-Sever and to drive to Vire and Villedieu-des-Poeles. The owners Brigitte and Daniel were very welcoming and helpful and the perfect hosts. We would thoroughly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Great gite in a beautiful area
The gite was lovely, very clean and had everything we needed in it. It was in beautiful, peaceful surroundings and yet fairly close to a small local town. We had clear directions on how to get to it from the owner and good communication before our stay. I've marked communication as a 4 - purely because we need to improve our french so we could communicate with the owners more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane P., Bristol uk

Beautiful, quiet gite in lovely area
Had a lovely week in this pretty gite, we very much enjoyed the nearby cows and the absolute peace and quiet. The owners were nearby but not at all intrusive, and very helpful. The gite is ideally situated for visiting lots of nearby towns and places of interest. We visited Arromanches, the DDay beaches and museums, we also loved the nearby towns of Vire and Villedieu-les-Poêles. The gite had everything necessary for a good stay and the beds were very comfortable too. We hope to return in future. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

stephen t.

Spiral staircase
5 stars except unlisted spiral staircase makes big problems for handicaped people or small children
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Judith M.

A peaceful, rural location
This was a lovely, quiet spot. The space downstairs was great, and the bathroom good (especially the shower). The downside was the kitchen - a vast quantity of crockery, cutlery and glassware but little ‘cooking equipment’. A few small saucepans without lids, no baking trays etc. You might also want to bring your own bath towels. Lots of towels provided but absolutely tiny and thin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoff R.

Away from it all
Located in the peace and quiet of the countryside, nicely furnished with all the items need ed for total independence. The town of St Sever Calvados is an hours walk away and has a small Carrefour supermarket which has all the necessary items required at reasonable prices. The internet was very slow, kept dropping and could only be accessed by placing yourself in the corner of the gite against the adjoining door to the owners accommodation. This proved a problem when trying to plan our daily forays to the areas of local interest although there are many brochures available in the gite
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Wonderful house in the country
This was a wonderful and peaceful place to stay at. The house was very clean and nicely decorated. It was obvious that this place was well taken care of. The host was very helpful and we would happily stay here again. Note that the online picture of the entrance to the house is on the side of the house facing away from the road. This made us a little uncertain when first trying to find the house,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coby H.

Weekje Normandië
Een mooi appartement dat centraal gelegen was Heel netjes, mooi en schoon
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Griet S.

Liked: Communication
Super verblijf
Het verblijf was super prima huis, alleen weer dat wij geen goede communicatie hebben met de gastheer/vrouw, omdat ze eigenlijk alleen Frans spreken en jullie vermelden Frans/Engels.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEAN C.

gîte de caractère dans un environnement calme
Accueil chaleureux des propriétaires dans ce gîte spacieux très bien équipé et aménagé, à l'intérieur comme à l'extérieur. Je recommande ce gîte.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John v.

Genoten van het huis en alles anderen!
Prachtige woning alles wat je moet hebben en gezellig!
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tieberghien O.

Prima vakantiehuis
Heel rustige, aangename buurt. Alles wat men nodig heeft, is aanwezig.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

georges v.

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Gîte très propre et très bien équipé. Environnement très calme et reposant. Pour les amoureux de la campagne. Hôtes très accueillants et très serviables.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Gite de qualité
nous avons passé un très agréable séjour dans ce gîte de qualité. Tout y est . rien ne manque . une superbe habitation. parfait !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

bruno c.

gite courson
endroit magnifique calme trés bien situer pour visiter granville vire cherbourg .... nous avons été tres bien reçu Merci
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Birgit B.

Relaxen pur in Mitten der Natur
Es war sehr schön, die Wohnung ist als Einzelobjekt zu mieten ohne Nachbarn , abgesehen von den Eigentümern. Es war sehr erholsam und jedem der Ruhe sucht zu empfehlen. Was ich besonders gut fand war die Nähe zu den Kühen. Da wird man wieder sensibilisiert in Punkto Fleischverbrauch ! Alles in Allem ein sehr schöner Urlaub. Die Wohnung ist top.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juan R., Barcelona

Relajada
Amplia y bien equipada casa. Gran salon/comedor y 2 habitaciones + cuarto de baño en el primer piso al que se accede con una escalera de caracol. Privacidad, tranquilidad y todo lo necesario para pasar unos días pinolvidables recorriendo la region. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023