Characterful country cottage in the heart of Normandy | House in Le Mesnil-Villement
3 Bedroom House in Le Mesnil-Villement
Treat yourself to a stay in this beautiful French country cottage, in the heart of the very best landscape northern France has to offer – the Suisse Normande.
Nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Orne in the Calvados region, this stone-built, end-of-terrace, three-bedroomed cottage offers spacious and comfortable accommodation for small- and medium-sized families. Offering all basic comforts and amenities, the cottage also has fast broadband and 130 television channels plus Netflix.
The cottage sleeps 4-5. There is one double bedroom with an ensuite toilet and basin and a twin room. Off the twin room is a small bedroom for a teenager or child with a fold-up bed and a travel cot, plus a TV/video player. Bed linen is provided but not towels. There are wardrobes in each of the double/twin rooms plus chests of drawers.
Downstairs is a roomy lounge with a TV/DVD player, CD player/ipod dock, comfortable seating for six, a dining table and six dining chairs and plenty of games/DVDs/CDs. The kitchen has recently been modernised and contains a halogen hob and electric oven with plenty of pots, pans and kitchen utensils. There is a microwave, electric mixer and cafetiere as well as a fridge with a small freezer attached. There are 8 sets of crockery, cutlery, mugs and also children's plates.
From the kitchen you go left into a toilet and right into the bathroom where there is an enclosed shower, sink, clothes airers, dishwasher and washing machine.
Each of the rooms (apart from the bathroom and toilet) have wall-mounted, thermostatically controlled electric heaters.
Opposite the house is a two-storey shed/atelier, with plenty of children's toys, BBQ, garden furniture and two mountain bikes with helmets. Upstairs is another bed/seating area with plastic camping toilet. This could be an extra bedroom if needed. The stairs have non-slip treads and the hatch through which you go to the bedroom/seating area has been reinforced with a safety barrier. From the shed you can go into the enclosed courtyard where there is a garden table and chairs.
To the left-hand side of the shed/atelier is the private garden with a gate marked La Cachette. It's belongs to the cottage and is for guests' private use. There is a swing and a 10ft trampoline with enclosed safety net.
The attractive tourist centre of Pont d’Ouilly is only five minutes’ drive away – offering numerous holiday attractions, including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, pedaloes and trekking – and the home of William the Conqueror, the local town of Falaise, lies just fifteen minutes’ drive to the east. Here you will find two hypermarkets, as well as numerous other shops, bars and restaurants – not to mention a superb castle, museum and many other diversions. Only five minutes’ drive to the south from the cottage, there is one of France’s top tourist attractions: the stunning Roches d’Oëtre, atop the breathtaking heights of the Rouvre Gorge. With its magnificent views across the Norman countryside, this unique, elevated site offers first-rate hiking trails, rock climbing, horse riding, tree-top walking, a children’s playground and more. The Brittany Ferries’ dock at Port Ouistreham near Caen is only forty minutes’ drive away from the cottage, as are the WWII Normandy landing beaches and their numerous dedicated museums. The home of the Bayeux Tapestry lies a similar distance away, as do the historically fascinating towns of Argentan and Alençon. The legendary motorsport shrine of Le Mans is only a little further distant – just over an hour away. Plus the large man-made lake at La Ferte-Mace, with bar/restaurant, kayak/pedalos and other children's entertainments are only 30 minutes' drive away.
If you are looking for a thoroughly good “break from it all”, plus adventure and variety for all the family, then come to this comfortable and well-situated family cottage in the heart of Normandy.
Characterful country cottage in the heart of Normandy is located in Le Mesnil-Villement. Characterful country cottage in the heart of Normandy provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Laundry, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Laundry, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Characterful country cottage in the heart of Normandy has 3 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 7 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Le Mesnil-Villement has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Le Mesnil-Villement, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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1 bathroom
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Hair dryer
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Shower
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Sofa bed
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Dining table
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Living room
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Ice maker
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Microwave
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Stovetop
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Toaster
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Washing machine and dryer
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Car required
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Smoke-free property
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Tile flooring in public areas
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Bicycle on site
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Cycling nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Golf nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Horse riding nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Mountain biking nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Books
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DVD player
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Games
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Music library
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Video library
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TV with cable/satellite service
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Property does not allow children
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English
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French
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In a rural location
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In a village
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Near a hospital
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On the lake
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On the river
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Crib/infant bed available
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Travel crib
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Barbecue grill
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Fenced yard
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Garden
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Outdoor furniture
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Deadbolt lock
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Fire extinguisher
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First aid kit
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
