Falaise Traditional Normandy Farmhouse in a rural setting in Calvados. The farm is situated on the edge of the little village of Fresne la Mere near Falaise, the birthplace of William the Conqueror. The village boasts a small shop and a bar. Sleeps12/14, 2 Double and 4 Twin rooms
This delightful farmhouse forms the centrepiece of the farm. Within the "Couer de Ferme" are four other cottages and a solar heated swimming pool and a large playbarn with a library and games area.
Location Summary
Nearest Airport
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Caen, 35 km, 35 minutes
Nearest Village/Town
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1.5km, 10 minutes walk
Nearest Beach
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45km, 45 minutes
Nearest Bar/Pub
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1 km, 10 minutes walk
Nearest Restaurant
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5 km, 5 minutes
Travel
A car is essential.
Calais 350 Km
Dieppe 180 Km
Le Havre 90 Km
Ouistreham 45 Km
Cherbourg 130 Km
Accommodation
Property Type
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Farmhouse, Self Catering, 4+ bedroom, Maximum Sleeping Capacity 14
Restrictions on smoking
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Smoking restricted. Smoking is allowed outdoors only.
Large Kitchen/Dining room catering for 14.
Large salon.
Utility Room
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WC, wash basin and washing machine, iron and ironing board
External facilities
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Maison de la Ferme has a large family garden with a patio and BBQ facilities and garden furniture for all.
Additional information
:
The salon with French windows leads onto the patio and large private garden
Facilities
Parking Facilities
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Excellent parking for 6 cars close by and secure.
General Amenities/Facilities
Central Heating, Cot, High Chair, Barbeque, Patio Furniture, Heated Pool - Communal
Special Notes
Disabled Access
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Yes. We are able to offer facilities for disabled and/or wheelchair access. Though maison de la Ferme is not wheelchair accessible there are three cottages on the farm which are fully accessible.
Child Friendly
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Yes. Our facilities are child friendly. There are many toys for young people to enjoy. We merely ask that they put back those toys which they have used.
Pets Allowed
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No. We are sorry, pets cannot be accommodated.
Management
Cleaning
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The house is cleaned immediately prior to your arrival. We ask that it be left in good order with contents in their original places and bedlinen stripped and left on the bed for collection.
Is bed Linen provided
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Yes, bed linen is provided. Linen, if ordered, is charged at £8 per bed per week.
Are towels provided
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No, please bring your own towels.
Are beach towels provided
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No, please bring your own beach towels.
Special Interests
Nearby
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Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Horse Riding, Photography, Shooting, Walking/Rambling, Water Sports
Activities
The area is blessed with many excellent walks which are well described and way marked from 3km to 23 km. Private fishing lakes and open rivers provide many fishing opportunities.
Golf
There are a number of good golf cources within reach of la Hamberie. Garcelles has 27 holes and Clecy has two full courses. Deauvill and Truevill are the jewels in the crown and the American Omaha Beach course is a must to visit. We are offering short breaks for golfers in the autumn. Please contact us for details.
Further Details
Calvados has recently been discovered. Its miles of superb beaches, thousand years of history from the Conqueror to the Normandy Landings, the cream, Calvados cider and cheese. Add to this the Chateaux, parks and gardens, walking, riding, fishing, canoing, wind surfing and swimming, the childrens parks, zoos, leisure parks and lakes, rock climbing, caving, churches and museums. Then there are the cities of Rouen, Caen and Rennes, the market towns, the Mont St. Michel, the Bayeux Tapestry, the Memorial to Peace in Caen, Monet's garden, the National Stud, and horse racing at Deauville, the ports of Honfleur and Port en Bessin. All this against the back drop of the heart-rending stories of the 1944 battle of Normandy told in so many monuments, museums and cemeteries..
Access and Availability
Changeover Day
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Changeover day is Saturday. We may offer some flexibility in low seasons. Guests are requested to vacate the property by 10 am and those arriving should do so after 4 pm.
Open all year round
:
Yes
Open Christmas
:
Yes
Open New Year
:
Yes
Booking Notes
On receipt of your initial enquiry/booking request we will hold the gite for you for 7 days to enable you to send the deposit of £150. This will be immediately acknowledged and full details of the payments due with dates will be included. The invoice is sent 10 weeks before the holiday and payment is due 8 weeks before the holiday. On arrival a security deposit of 80 Euros will be required and this is refunded at the end of the holiday.
Rental Periods
1st January - 30th March
£595 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
31st March - 13th April
£795 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
14th April - 18th May
£595 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
19th May - 25th May
£795 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
26th May - 22nd June
£1165 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
23rd June - 31st August
£1485 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
1st September - 7th September
£795 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
8th September - 19th October
£595 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
20th October - 2nd November
£795 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
3rd November - 21st December
£595 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
22nd December - 4th January
£1165 per week
10% off for 2 weeks
Additional notes on pricing
Bookings are now being taken for 2008 season. A 10% deduction will be allowed from all bookings confimed before 31st October 2007.
Payment methods
Cheque, Cash
Currencies Accepted
GBP, Euro
Contact Details for Booking Enquiries or Further Information
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