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Traditionally renovated stunning gites in the heart of the Countryside, yet only 3 kms from the Historic (XII Century) mediaeval town of Domfront.
Set among beautiful rural Normandy countryside in the heart of the Poire region with abundant bird life and resident red squirrels. Swallows and Black Redstarts breed in the owner’s barn every summer!
Previously guests have seen foxes, deer and Barn Owls
Gites at Le Petit Lac
Gite De Torchis
Gite De Pierre
Gite De Torchis Lounge
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The Normandy / Orne region
There is so much to do in Normandy! Normandy is famous for the D-Day landing beaches, its busy Channel ports and elegant resorts.
Going west of Le Havre there are smart resorts and sandy beaches, then the beaches of the D-Day landings give way to the wilder but still sandy beaches of Cherbourg ending in the Bay of Le Mont St Michel.
From Le Havre to Rouen and beyond the river Seine flows through attractive countryside with interesting sights along the way. Inland are extensive orchards producing delicious Cider, Calvados, Pommeau and Poire. For the real flavour visit one of the cider presses and sample the local tipple
The region of Orne features over 4,000 kilometres of walking paths and has many allocated cycle paths. Hot air ballooning, mountaineering, fishing, swimming, sailing and water sports are just some of the activities you can take part in during your stay.
Alencon - famous for lace, “Alencon Stitch" is one of the best-known styles of lace making. The Notre-Dame in Alencon is a magnificent early 16th century church famous for its entrance door and stained glass windows.
Avranches - Near Mont St Michel and overlooking the bay with several places to visit including the manuscripts of Mont St Michel Abbey at the Town Hall. There are gardens and a Museum. It was in Avranches that Henry II made public penance for the murder of Thomas Beckett.
Bagnoles - Nearer to Domfront is the spa town of Bagnoles-de l'Orne renowned for its legendary healing powers, a good day out with its lake, shops, spa stations and casino. www.bagnoles-de-lorne.com
Bayeaux - Home of the world famous tapestry. There is also the General de Gaulle museum, the battle of Normandy museum and the “British” cemetery www.bayeux-tourism.com
Caen - Capital of Normandy with its castle and the two abbeys - Abbaye aux Hommes and Abbaye aux Dames which have connections with William the Conqueror, an Art Museum, the Memorial Peace Museum, the Botanical Gardens and a Zoo set in 10 hectares of land. www.zoodejurques.fr There is also extensive shopping malls / department stores. Ouistreham is the port of Caen.
Deauville - developed into a seaside resort in 1860, and after the World War I became a popular holiday destination for the rich and famous. It has two marinas, a casino, 27 hole golf course, smart hotels and restaurant. Most recently Deauville hosts its international film festival to rival Cannes. There is also international show jumping held throughout the summer. Link to FFE.
Granville – A lively seaside resort with exceptionally good food, a sailing centre and commercial fishing port. Passenger ferries depart from here for the Channel Islands. Childhood home to Christian Dior it hosts a museum dedicated to him.
Haras du Pin – Well worth visiting for the stallion displays, guided tours and splendid architecture.
Le Chatellier (10 kms from Fougeres) – Parc Floral de Haute Bretagne, sixteen beautiful gardens, the website alone is worth a visit, www.parcfloralbretagne.com
Lisieux - An historic town whose history goes back over 2000 years there are many timber fronted houses. The Cathedral and Basilica are famous. Visit also the Parc Zoologique – highly professional conservation park. www.cerza.com
Mont St Michel - created in the 11th century and originally surrounded by water. Over the years this area silted up with the result of a causeway forming over which visitors can walk. Multi-million euro restoration work has gone on to make the sea surround it once again.
An historical pageant takes place on the Baie du Mont Saint Michel, Les Feeriques De Montgothier www.feeriques,com
Villedieu-les-Poelles - the home of copper working.
Further information is available via this link - Get more tourist information
Domfront area
Domfront has many excellent grills, restaurants, pizzerias & creperies.
A good choice of supermarkets, boulangeries & patisseries.
With its narrow streets, inner courtyards & half timbered houses it is a fine example of mediaeval architecture and well worth strolling through
Leisure activities available in Domfront include Mountain Biking, Hiking Paths, Cliff Climbing Site, Fishing, Tennis and Bike Hire.
How to get there
Just three km outside of Domfront on the road to Alencon. Under two hours from Caen, Cherbourg, St Malo or Rennes
The following links might be useful Euro Tunnel www.eurotunnel.com Brittany Ferries www.brittany-ferries.com Condor Ferries www.condorferries.co.uk Speed Ferries www.speedferries.com LD Lines www.ldlines.com Norfolk Lines www.norfolkline.com Fly Be www.flybe.com Manche Iles Express www.manche-iles-express.com
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Rennes: 100 km
Railway:
Flers: 20 km
Ferry:
Caen: 70 km
Activities near Domfront
Sports: Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Double beds (8), Cots (2), Dining seating for 16, Lounge seating for 16, Sleeps maximum of 16
Other:
Linen provided, please check with the owner regarding towels.
Outdoors:
Private garden
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: By booking both gites guests can benefit from two kitchens, dining areas and two lounges - room to be togther as 16
Gite de Torchis - Colombage and Torchis construction featuring large open plan ground floor with fully fitted kitchen, dining area and lounge. Three double bedrooms (one ensuite). House Bathroom. Large mezzanine with far reaching views over countryside to the south. Secluded garden with large decked area, lawns and borders and separate breakfast terrace.
Gite de Pierre - With five tastefully decorated double bedrooms, all ensuite (2 on ground floor) within traditional stone built barn conversion. Separate lounge, dining room and fully fitted kitchen, large landscaped garden with views over the countryside.
A large covered parking area serves both gites.
The traditionally renovated Gites are set in 6 acres in the Normandy Countryside in the heart of the Poire region, yet only 3 kms from the Historic (XII Century) mediaeval town of Domfront.
Domfront has many excellent grills, restaurants, pizzerias & creperies. A choice of supermarkets, boulangeries & patisseries. With narrow streets, inner courtyards & half timbered houses it is a fine example of mediaeval architecture. Leisure activities available in Domfront include Mountain Biking, Pony Trekking, Hiking Paths, Cliff Climbing Site, Fishing, Tennis and Bike Hire.
Further details outdoors: Gite De Torchis, private covered breakfast terrace and large deck.
Gite De Pierre, very large deck in large garden with sunset views
Further details
Change over day Saturday Arrival from 16.00 Bookings secured by deposit Security deposit against breakages required Reviews posted on Tripadvisor under the name of Le Petit Lac
Conditions
Gite De Pierre features five bedroom all ensuite, two being ground floor bedrooms, ideal for those family members not keen on or easily able to cope with stairs
Gite De Pierre has DVD Player & TV for viewing DVDs Gite De Torchis Video Player & TV for viewer videos
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Prices for group size 16
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Both gites
5 Jan 08
27 Apr 08
1075£ 1,075
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Both gites
27 Apr 08
25 May 08
1150£ 1,150
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1 Week
Both gites
25 May 08
1 Jun 08
1225£ 1,225
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Both gites
1 Jun 08
20 Jul 08
1150£ 1,150
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1 Week
Both gites
20 Jul 08
28 Sep 08
1395£ 1,395
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1 Week
Both gites
28 Sep 08
19 Oct 08
1075£ 1,075
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1 Week
Both gites
19 Oct 08
2 Nov 08
1225£ 1,225
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1 Week
Both gites
2 Nov 08
14 Dec 08
1075£ 1,075
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1 Week
Both gites
14 Dec 08
11 Jan 09
1450£ 1,450
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1 Week
83
Prices for group size 10
Period
From
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Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Gite De Pierre only
5 Jan 08
27 Apr 08
625£ 625
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Gite De Pierre only
27 Apr 08
25 May 08
675£ 675
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1 Week
Gite De Pierre only
25 May 08
1 Jun 08
725£ 725
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1 Week
Gite De Pierre only
1 Jun 08
20 Jul 08
675£ 675
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1 Week
Gite De Pierre only
20 Jul 08
28 Sep 08
825£ 825
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1 Week
Gite De Pierre only
28 Sep 08
19 Oct 08
625£ 625
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1 Week
Gite De Pierre only
19 Oct 08
2 Nov 08
725£ 725
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1 Week
Gite De Pierre only
2 Nov 08
14 Dec 08
625£ 625
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1 Week
Gite De Pierre only
14 Dec 08
11 Jan 09
850£ 850
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1 Week
83
Prices for group size 6
Period
From
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Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Gite de Torchis only
5 Jan 08
27 Apr 08
475£ 475
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1 Week
Gite de Torchis only
27 Apr 08
25 May 08
495£ 495
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1 Week
Gite De Torchis only
25 May 08
1 Jun 08
550£ 550
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1 Week
Gite De Torchis only
1 Jun 08
20 Jul 08
495£ 495
0-
0-
1 Week
Gite De Torchis only
20 Jul 08
28 Sep 08
600£ 600
0-
0-
1 Week
Gite De Torchis only
28 Sep 08
19 Oct 08
475£ 475
0-
0-
1 Week
Gite De Torchis only
19 Oct 08
2 Nov 08
550£ 550
0-
0-
1 Week
Gite De Torchis only
2 Nov 08
14 Dec 08
475£ 475
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0-
1 Week
Gite De Torchis only
14 Dec 08
11 Jan 09
625£ 625
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0-
1 Week
83
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Special Offer between 21st June & 5th July 2008 - 5% Discount for both gites individually or jointly
Guestbook
"9 of us had a fantastic week at this recently finished renovation project. A 19th Century Barn has been lovingly and professionally restored by a caring and throughly hospitable English couple. The barn has been split into two separate houses, we stayed in the larger Gite de Pierre which consists of five ensuite bathrooms, a large open plan kitchen and dining room and lounge. There is a large private landscaped garden to the rear with decking for BBQ'ing etc. The entire property is some six acres with the owners house separated from the Gites by a pebbled courtyard with two car ports.
This property represents excellent value for money and comes highly recommended by all of us who stayed. The property is ideally situated just outside of the town of Domfront and within easy reach of Bayeaux, Caen, Mont St Michel and the less well known but highly recommended spa town of Bagnoles d'Lorne.
We are confident that Gites de Pierre and it's sister Gite de Torchis will go from strenght to strenght and wish the charming owners every success in the future". Emma & Matt
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Name:
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