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Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 4 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
In the delightful Normandy countryside one can find this enchanting Chateau la Monte Epingle. The 18th century Chateau la Monte Epingle is a lived in and loved old home and offers comfortbale accommodations at great value. The Chateau la Monte Epingle is a 30 minutes away from the dramatic Normandy sandy beaches overlooking Jersey. The chateau had an interesting part to play in the Second World War. It was commandeered by the German army and became one of their HQ for communications. The Chateau la Monte Epingle can sleep 27 guests, the Carriage House can sleep 12, and the Mews a further 5. The maximum capacity for the estate is 44. So close to the UK this is a superb long weekend chateau retreat. Catering and self catering is possible. The owners are excellent. PLEASE NOTE THAT FULL PROPERTY DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS, AVAILABILITY & PRICES ARE KEPT UP TO DATE ON MY WEBSITE WHICH YOU CAN VISIT BY CLICKING ON MY PERSONAL WEBSITE LINK BELOW.
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/63179
The Normandy / Manche region
Normandy has a rich heritage of cathedrals, battlefields, chateaux, beaches and fine cuisine. Normandy gets its name from the 10th-century Norman Vikings that settled in the region.
The real highlights of the region of Normandy include the long and wonderful beaches (Norman Riviera) and irresistible ancient harbours. Deauville still attracts the Paris crowds with its villa's, horse racing and casinos. Worth visiting too are Honfleur and Barfleur, ports with elegant promenades and superb ancient charm.
The food of Normandy owes its most distinguishing characteristic – it's gut-bursting, heart pounding richness – to the lush orchards and dairy herds of its agricultural heartland. This is especially true of the area south east of Caen. Normandy's long coastline also ensures that the seafood is superb and a real speciality of Normandy.
Rouen is the capital of Normandy, and remains one of France's most ancient and historically significant cities. This fine medieval city would still feel familiar to Joan of Arc, whose life came to a painful and tragic end in its main square.
More recently the Blitz bombs that ravaged the city during the 2nd World War destroyed all of Rouen's bridges and the industrial area, so much so that you will be forgiven for not realizing that the Seine once meandered through its centre.
Normandy boasts a fine history, Chateau Gaillard was Richard the Lionheart's fortress, The Bayeux Tapestry is one of the world famous historical documents (detailing the Saga of William the Conqueror) and more recently the war cemetreies and museums are a constant reminder of the D-Day landings and the brutal conflict with the Germans.
Visit the invasion beaches and really learn about the fascinating and desperately distressing Battle of Normandy. The famous Mt. Saint Michel Abbey is worth a visit, it's second to the Eiffel Tower as France's most popular landmark, and visits to the abbey are free and unrestricted.
Because of Normandy's proximity to the UK, Normandy is an extremely popular for long weekend breaks and chateau holidays. Normandy has some of the best golf courses in France, but despite growing annual tourist figures every year the region remains largely untouched and unspoilt.
To the French the spirit of Normandy is in its produce; this is the land of camembert & calvados, cider and seafood!!
Brix area
- Swimming and sunbathing on the beautiful sandy west coast beaches at Cartaret, where the gulf stream produces a little-known sunny microclimate. - Country and coastal rambling, this region was the most affluent in France in the 18th Century and has a wealth of grand houses, gardens and culture. There is a labyrinth of beautiful ancient walkways, for which we have detailed maps. - Shopping at the daily regional markets, particularly the one in medieval Bricquebec on Monday (9am to 12.30pm) - A trip across the oyster beds by amphibious craft to Tatihou island, an ancient penal colony and bird sanctury off St. Vaast la Hougue. - An evening at the village butcher's bar are brilliant. An informal 4 course meal usually cooked over a fire (€10 including wine and cider). Children are welcome, and at half price! - Incomparable moules frites at a quayside bar in Cartaret, opposite the Channel Islands. - An omelette aux lardons avec frites at the end of your coastal walk Omonville la Rougue at the harbour bar. - A visit to some local chateaux and their gardens, Toulaville, Vauville, Urville-Nacqueville, Crosville, and Martinvast. - The great Bayeux tapestry exhibition is only 45 minutes away. - A round of golf at Cherbourg's picturesque, quite demanding (and underused!) golf course at Glacerie. - The landing beaches and museums. - A fun few hours at the indoor pool, with the snaking slides at La Piscine de Collignon in Tourlaville (east Cherbourg). - Surfing (or watching them!) at Sciotot bay. - A flutter at Cherbourg casino, rounding off the night in the local nightclub. - Tea or aperatifs on the quayside at Barfleur, after climbing the 365 steps of Gatteville lighthouse. - Succumbing to the many temptations at Auchan, the best of the three hypermarkets in the region. - A boat trip round the Napoleonic harbour in Cherbourg.
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Private fishing lake / river
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Chateau – The chateau can sleep up to 27 guests. The chateau has 3 reception rooms, a large fully equipped kitchen, a hall and a boot room. The chateau has 11 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and a downstairs WC., The chateau is centrally heated, and comes with wooden floors, French windows, and giant beams. The grounds incorporate woodlands, an orchard , a large barn, playing fields and a BBQ area. PLEASE NOTE THAT FULL PROPERTY DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS, AVAILABILITY & PRICES ARE KEPT UP TO DATE ON MY WEBSITE WHICH YOU CAN VISIT BY CLICKING ON MY PERSONAL WEBSITE LINK BELOW.
Further details outdoors: Outside: The Chateau has 3 acres of garden, woodlands, orchard and playing field with large barbecue. The Carriage House has a garden with a barbecue area.
Conditions
Security deposit: £1000. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. Linen & towels: All linen and towels are included in the rental price. Energy costs: Included in the rental price. End of stay cleaning: Included in the rental price. Arrival time: 4.00pm onwards. Departure time: 10.00am. Pets: Pets not allowed. Smoking: No smoking in the property. It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property.
Please note that full property descriptions, photographs, availability & prices are kept up to date on my website which you can visit by clicking on my personal website link below.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
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