Le Quesnay

French Family

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ABOUT

' A  modernised, traditional French farm house with outside pool, in the Normandy Countryside,  only 15 minute drive from sandy beaches.  Less than 90 minutes drive from each of the ferry ports: Cherbourg, Caen and St Malo It has the perfect balance of feeling as if you are in your own world, away from the stresses of city life, but it is only a 5 minute drive from your local village Trelly, which while small contains most of the essentials. The house is also a 15 minute drive from the lovely, larger town of Coutances with its beautiful Gothic Cathedral and well keep gardens.'

OUR FACILITIES

Well Equipped Kitchen 

There is a large kitchen, containing double over, microwave, kettle, toaster, dual fridge freezer with water and ice dispenser. There is a table with extension allowing it to seat up to ten.

Free Wifi

We have complimentary wifi, however due to available in the rural area is limited to parts of the house.

Garden

The house contains over an acre of land giving it an incredibly spacious secluded garden. There is a tree lined driveway allowing off road parking space for up to four cars.

Games Room

One of the open outhouses contains a darts board, table tennis and pool table. These are however somewhat dated.

Pool

There is a 10 metre, private outdoor pool , safely fenced off with room around to relax on deck chairs.

Linen Services

Towels for internal use  and for the pool are provided within the weekly rate.  Fresh bedding is provided. Do bring your own towels for beach use.

GALLERY

THINGS TO DO

Seaside

The local beach Montmartin-sur-Mer is incredibly picturesque and usually quiet, with a large expanse of sand backed by dunes. It also has ample free parking available.

Cultural Sites

The house is incredibly close to a variety of historic sites such as Château de Gratot, Abbaye de Hambye, Château de Pirou, Bayeux Tapestry, the Normandy DD landing beaches and Mont Saint Michel  all highly recommended.

Markets

Many of the local villages hold weekly authentic French markets selling everything from fresh fruits and veg to clothes and jewellery.

Ile de Chausey

An hours boat ride from Granville, a nearby town will transport you to an idyllic island that has been likened to the Seychelles.

Villages

You are located between three towns all with something to offer, Granville a sea port, Villedieu-les-Poêles with direct trains to Paris and Countances containing a beautiful cathedral and gardens.

Horse Riding 

There are local stables offering horse ridding for all abilities, allowing you to take a trek across the countryside.