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A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy

Family-friendly holiday home in Saint-Denis-le-Gast

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Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Located in a serene natural setting, this stone cottage offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind with log burning fires in the traditional kitchen and sitting-room, enjoy sunny breakfasts on the terrace or set up tents for overnight adventures with kids. Tennis courts and horseriding facilities are nearby.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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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.

A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy

A complete getaway. A stone cottage set between farm and fields, this house offers peace and calm in a beautiful natural setting. The terrace is a perfect place for sunny breakfasts of croissant from the local boulangerie and candlelit suppers or card games with only the occasional cow for company. Traditional stone kitchen and sitting-room with log burning fire create a relaxing environment. The garden is great for kids to play football, table tennis, badminton and set up tents for overnight adventures. There are tennis courts and horseriding facilities nearby and amusement parks with go-karting, skating, trampolining, laser quest, treetop climbing and rides. Soft sandy beaches are a 20 minute drive away at Brehal and Granville. Historic places like Mont Saint Michel, Bayeaux and the Normandy landing beaches and museums provide interesting day trips.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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A Traditional Cottage in Normandy
A charming traditional cottage in Normandy
A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy Saint-Denis-le-Gast

About the area

Map
Saint Denis Le Gast, Manche

What's nearby

  • Hambye Abbey - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Cornille-Havard Foundry - 21 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker - 21 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Coutances Cathedral - 22 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Champrepus Zoo - 23 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Folligny Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪la Baratte - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Crêperie du Bocage - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant De La Gare - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cuisine Municipale - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar Chez Brigitte - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy located?

This family-friendly Saint-Denis-le-Gast holiday home is located in a rural location, 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Hambye Abbey, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Champrepus Zoo and Coutances Botanical Garden. Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker and Cornille-Havard Foundry are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

8.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Virginia H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was lovely very spacious. Lots of bathrooms which is good for a large family. Everything worked comfortable beds. Owners we're very helpful if we had a problem our questions..Very good location would go back
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only one word: Wonderfull
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A superb location and relaxing stay

Brilliant house with lovdly setting just a fabulous place for a truly french holiday with amazing views and great places to visit The local boulanger was truely phenomenal a real restful time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronique F.

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

Lovely house

We had an excellent stay at the house. Everything was great, and the house was well organized. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elke K.

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

Great family house

We felt very welcome in this nice and spacious house. Love to come back someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

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

Family trip to France with Normandy adventure

We all agreed this house was one of the most memorable and wonderful aspects of our trip to France. This quintessential French country house accomodated our family of 8 so very well. Thank you for your hospitality and helpful tips for the area (we visited the boulangerie twice as bread, wine, and cheese make great picnics!)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mary D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice location

A house on a beautifull and calm location. But nearby everything you need as a baker, butcher and supermarket. Also there are nice villages nearby. Friendly contact
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus M.

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

Such a perfect place

No complaints, nothing but love for this place. We loved the kitchen, the beds slept well and the property was just as scenic as could be. Host was great as well. Thanks again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

julie d.

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

Nice break in the countryside

We had a lovely stay, very quite and peacefull in the countryside, but only 20 to 30 minutes from the coast, 50 mins from saint mount micheal, really worth a visit, Nice large house for a family stay, everything is included in including games for the kids, books and lots more, really enjoyed our time there
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucia L.

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

Second time

It was our second time visiting this spacious cottage, and it won't be the last.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

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

Cosy house in Normandy

We had a very nice holiday in this house. Handy location for visiting the whole of the Cotentin. No major problems. Thanks to Tom and Sophie for thir quick replies to my questions. The xmas tree was up when we arrived which made us feel at home immediately!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Jim B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Not what we expected

Overall the house was tired and old. Upstairs satisfactory. Downstairs kitchen. The oven burnt everything and the hob was uncontrollable to put to low temperature. The kitchen equipment old. There were no instructions for white goods. The electrics by the TV were exposed socket and dangerous . The house was dark and cold and we had to contact the owner for instructions to use the heating. The dustbin had wet old rubbish in so we couldn’t put refuse in bags in it and it smelt. Garden was overgrown and unkempt.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

LINDA T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Staying in early September 2023

The house looked full of potential but unfortunately in reality it proved to be internally dirty and outwardly completely unloved. What appeared to have ample storage cupboards were cluttered and full with no room for our provisions. Third bedroom carpet was horribly stained by leaking en suite shower. En suite Shower room on first floor had black mould between floor tiles with a dirty stained shower mat. Wooden kitchen draining board was slimy with black mould in grooves. Dirty kitchen sinks. Garden very overgrown with dumped rubbish. Not Dog friendly as advertised. Barbecue was badly cracked and looked unsafe to use. Drive and stoned parking / social area had many ingrowing weeds. The only plus was clean towels and clean bed linen. We left early as we felt as if we were camping every day.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

beatrice m.

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

Week end famille

Nous avons profiter du sejour pour aller a Jazz sous les Pommiers. Maison au calme, chaleureuse et bien située.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laetitia L.

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

Excellent

Un gîte très accueillant il s agit de notre 2 eme séjour ds ce gîte et nous comptons mettre une option pour Noël 2025
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jurgen V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gezellig vakantiehuis

Vakantiehuis groot genoeg voor het hele gezin.Een aantal keren buiten kunnen eten op het terras. Er zou binnen en buiten wel eens grondig gepoetst mogen worden. Binnen veel spinnenwebben en stof. Afzuiging boven het fornuis is heel vettig. Buiten is er een grote tuin,maar er zou dringend moeten gesnoeid worden. De tuin heeft niet meer de uitstraling van in de advertentiefoto's. terras.Mooie omgeving, 25 minuten van de zee
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Boris B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

École de parapente

Calme et bien aménagé
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

HERVE A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bien pour un groupe qui cherche un truc sympa et pas cher. Attention manque un grand frigo

Beaucoup de belles balades dans un rayon kilométrique raisonnable
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annaig L.

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

Une maison parfaite.

Un week-end prolongé entre amis, super! Une tres bonne communication, un accueil parfait ! On reviendra !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bérengère M.

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

Séjour agréable

Maison charmante et bien tenue. Echanges faciles avec les propriétaires. Nous reviendrions avec plaisir.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Cedric j.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Maison normandes

Très jolie maison, dommage un peu vieillotte avec toutes ses moquettes pas très hygiénique surtout dans une des salle de bain. Avec cette petite inondation qu on a eu qui nous a vallu la condamnation d une des chambres avec cette forte odeur d humidité. Par ailleurs un petit tri de la part du propriétaire sur tous les produits et nourritures périmée dans les placards et sur les étagères dans la cuisine serait plus approprié. Avec un peu plus d entretien sur tout le site y compris l extérieur se serait une location idéale.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magali D., Ebly

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacances famille amis

Cottage très calme, rustique comme on adore. Bien situé par rapport aux visites
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

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

Week-end en famille

Très agréable pour une famille, De nombreux jeux à disposition. Sophie et Tom repondent facilement à vos questions et feront l'effort de traduire en français si besoin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Un week-end au vert

Superbe location située entre bocages et plages, le gîte de Sophie et Tom est idéal pour se se déconnecter et se ressourcer. Je recommande vivement
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Ein Traum

Wir waren 2 Wochen da und es war ein absoluter Traum. Das Haus ist von innen wie von außen absolut schön und gemütlich, man hat eine tolle Aussicht und die Lage ist so ruhig und entspannt. Jederzeit wieder!
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2022