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La Hussaire - The Gingerbread House Cottage

Family-friendly cottage in Beauficel

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Amongst orchards and peaceful countryside views, The Gingerbread House cottage offers a serene retreat. Enjoy traditional wooden beams with modern touches, three en-suite bedrooms, a lounge/kitchen/diner area with wood burning fire and full central heating. Explore the gardens featuring stone BBQ for guest use or relax by the sun loungers.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

La Hussaire - The Gingerbread House Cottage

The Gingerbread House cottage sleeps 6 people. There is a lounge/kitchen/diner all no on the ground floor with a wood burning fire. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and all are en-suite bathrooms.
The Gingerbread House is set amongst orchards and pretty gardens with peaceful countryside views. There is a stone BBQ for guests to use. Coal can be purchased from the owners.
The Gingerbread House cottage is near to a village bar and Boulangerie. It is a 5 minutes drive to the town of Sourdeval that has bars, restaurants, supermarkets, park, walks and banks. It is a 10 minutes drive into the City of Vire, where there are plenty of things to do such as the Chateau, swimming centre, cinema, restaurants, bars, markets, shopping and bowling etc.
Other local amenities nearby are golf, fishing, a lake with beach and water sports. There are cycling & walking, hiking tracks nearby.

The space
The Gingerbread House cottage has traditional old wooden beams with a modern touch throughout. The cottage has 3 bedrooms each with its own bathroom. The lounge, kitchen and dining area are all in one. There is full central heating, a wood burning fire, a snart TV, satellite TV, WiFi, DVD player, full oven & hob, fridge freezer, microwave, laundry room with washing machine and iron / ironing board. There is a stone BBQ outside. Coal can be purchased from the owners. A Garden table & chairs can be found outside the cottage all set in beautiful gardens with sun loungers. There is a games room in the stables with billiards, darts and ping pong.

Guest access
Guests can wander around the grounds and use the games room up at the stables. Plus there is a childs swing/slide and trampoline

Other things to note
All bed linen and towels are provided. Toilet rolls, some toiletries and cleaning products are also provided. There is tea, coffee, sugar, oil, salt, pepper and kitchen roll for all to use. The First basket of wood is free. Meals can be requested on certain days.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

The Gingerbread House
The Gingerbread House Cottage Cottage
The Gingerbread House Cottage Beauficel
The Gingerbread House Cottage Cottage Beauficel

About the area

Located in Beauficel, this cottage is in a rural area. Vire Museum and Pear Cider Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Le Village Enchante and Normandie Luge. Travelling with kids? Consider Ange Michel Amuseument Park and Champrepus Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Beauficel travel guide
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Beauficel, Manche

What's nearby

  • Le Village Enchante
    12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Regional Pottery Museum
    14 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Vire Museum
    14 min drive - 16.9 km
  • La Grande Cascade
    15 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker
    27 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Vire Station
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • L’audacieuse
    3 min drive
  • Le Bistrot X
    11 min drive
  • Cabaret Calvados le Diamant Rouge
    13 min drive
  • Le Moulin de Jean
    13 min drive
  • Beurre Et Confiture
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Hussaire - The Gingerbread House Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at La Hussaire - The Gingerbread House Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at La Hussaire - The Gingerbread House Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Hussaire - The Gingerbread House Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is La Hussaire - The Gingerbread House Cottage located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Vire Museum, Le Village Enchante and La Grande Cascade. Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) away.

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La Hussaire - The Gingerbread House Cottage Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Aubrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous hosts and great property

Loved our stay here - lovely hosts and a fab house with everything you could possibly need. Loads of fun times - try out the games barn too!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place and lovely hosts

Really beautiful place and Maxine and Martin were so welcoming and clearly have worked very hard to make their property the perfect escape. I would recommend this for anyone who loves natural beauty, friendly hosts, and all the comforts of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lionel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage très agréable par son intérieur cocoone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarisse J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacances au calme

Très bel environnement propice à la marche
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valérie P., FECAMP

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

séjour à Beauficel

Merci beaucoup pour votre accueil. Le Gite est beau et propre, calme... tout était parfait...
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cottage

Gastvrije en super lieve eigenaars, rustig gelegen cottage. Rita (België)
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022