Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 8 km
Notes:
Pets welcome Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
The cottage has a comfortable family lounge in which to relax and a separate t.v. area. This can be used as a playroom for children. It is centrally situated for all the sites, history and activities of Normandy, and glorious beaches are only a short drive by car. Children might like to spend a day at the local pony-club, while a visit to the local cider farm is a must for adults.
The private garden is ideal for relaxing with a glass of wine or the local cider, and is fully fenced so that small children can play safely.There are chicken and ducks at the bottom of the garden which children may like to help feed, and collect the eggs which we supply free of charge to our guests.We also have horses, goats and donkeys, and one of the donkeys is happy to give rides in fine weather.
There is a swing-seat,hammock, garden furniture and barbecue in the garden, and a play-tent and paddling pool for the children.There are also indoor games and toys to suit children of all ages. We now specialise in holidays for families with babies and under 5's.
The cottage
Kitchen
Double bedroom with shower
Lounge
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/64358
The Normandy / Calvados region
There is a wealth of history in the area, from the Landing Beaches to William the Conqueror's castle. Summer temperatures here are generally warmer than in England, and the hour in advace makes the evenings light until after ten p.m. The market at St.Pierre sur Dives( 10 minutes by car) is the largest in the area and is held on Monday morning, and the Saturday market at Falaise is well worth a visit. There are many antiques fairs and " vide greniers" , which are like a car boot sale, held in the surrounding towns and villages at weekends.
Grandmesnil area
Grandmesnil is a small village nestling at the bottom of a ridge. There are no shops in the village, but Trun ( 5 minutes by car) has shops, bars and a supermarket. Larger supermarkets can be found at Argentan and Falaise, both about 15 minutes by car. Argentan has a direct rail link to Paris, and a day trip to the capital is a great day out. There are impressive firework displays held locally in June and July, and all the local villages hold their own "fete" at some time in the summer months.
How to get there
Ferry from Le Havre, Ouisterham, Dieppe Channel Tunnel
Nearest Travel Links
Railway:
Argentan: 15 km
Ferry:
Ouisterham: 40 km
Activities near Grandmesnil
Sports: Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Bedrooms (2), Ensuite (1), Shower rooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 5
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ, Childrens pool
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The small kitchen is ideal for holidays and has mini-cooker,microwave,electric casserole and fridge-freezer.The cottage is all on ground floor level, making it ideal for small children, and we supply toys suitable for all ages to occupy the family if the weather is not so good. There is a cot, high-chair, booster seat, baby bath and other baby equipment available for your use.We live next door and are always happy to help in any way to ensure that our guests get the best out of their holiday.
Further details outdoors: There are various outdoor games to suit children of all ages, whilst adults can relax on the swing-seat.
Further details
Fresh eggs are supplied free of charge from our hens- children may like to collect their own. We can help if children have a birthday during your stay, and we are happy to book restaurants for you or help with any problems which might occur.The local doctor speaks good English, and there is an excellent A &E department at Falaise hospital ( 15 minutes by car).
Conditions
We require a deposit of £100 ( or €100) per week, and the balance is due one month before arrival.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
2 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
375£375
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1 Week
1 Sep 08
21 Oct 08
295£295
5050
5050
2 Nights
21 Oct 08
2 Nov 08
350£350
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1 Week
2 Nov 08
6 Dec 08
295£295
5050
5050
2 Nights
7 Feb 09
4 Apr 09
350£350
6060
6060
2 Nights
4 Apr 09
18 Apr 09
395£395
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18 Apr 09
23 May 09
350£350
6060
6060
2 Nights
23 May 09
6 Jun 09
395£395
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6 Jun 09
27 Jun 09
350£350
6060
6060
2 Nights
27 Jun 09
5 Sep 09
395£395
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5 Sep 09
24 Oct 09
350£350
6060
6060
2 Nights
101
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
£50 per week reduction for 2- person occupancy
Guestbook
2004-Thank you for making us so welcome.A lovely peaceful place to stay. We loved the goats! 2005-Marvellous week had by all.Garden and animals a real bonus for the boys.Loved the cottage and the area. 2006-Had a lovely holiday here.Paula has made us very welcome. We enjoyed the animals, they are all such characters.. 2007-Thanks for all the help, we had a wonderful time.Lovely cottage and area, pity it was so short.Nice to have a farm at the end of the garden! 2008-We had such a wonderful time and feel fully rested and charged for this coming year.Thank you so much for all your help and being so kind to Zack( age 3)- he loved it!
Availability
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