Manche Vacation Rental : Le Mesnilbus, near Coutances

Summary of La Clergerie 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6

Description 140 m²,
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
Amenities near the ocean, village, daily maid service, jacuzzi, garden, terrace
Rates per property
Must pay in Euros
€140 - €150/night 
€750 - €850/week 
USD Conversion - Estimated
$207 - $222/night 
$1,108 - $1,256/week 
Chantal and Alex Esteve
+33 (0)233-171960
Speaks: English, French

Photos and Description of the Manche vacation rental Total Accommodation 4-6 people (unit 1) 2 people plus infant (unit 2)

La Clergerie is set in a pretty butterfly filled valley in the Marais National Park on the Cotentin Peninsular, North-West Normandy, close to the village of Le Mesnilbus, bordered by local farms, close to all amenities, and 20 mins from the sea. Built in 1706, this traditional 'mas et pierre' farmhouse with oak beams and many original features, won two awards in 2007 for its landscaped gardens, with pergolas and ponds and is bordered by a small river. Available as two self-catering rental units, consisting of the major part of the beautifully restored farmhouse, with vaulted ceilings, summer sitting room overlooking the gardens, satellite TV and galleried reading area, and two bedrooms sleeping 4-6 people, both en-suite, with optional third bathroom. Set in the lovely gardens, the adjacent Old Bakery offers further accommodation for two adults and an infant, with access to an outdoor hot tub (optional extra). This romantic setting has proven very attractive with honeymooners.

Details for La Clergerie 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms

La Clergerie is a light, airy farmhouse originating from 1706, and has been recently restored to a high standard. It's landscaped gardens are shared with self-catering gite accommodation in the farmhouse' Old Bakery (described separately. The two double en-suite bedrooms have cathedral style ceilings and original oak beams. Each has has a comfortable large double or King Suze bed and can take two further single beds plus cot, with a maximum occupancy of six people. A mezzanine galleried landing has stairs to the salon, equipped with seating for six people, double aspect windows plus window seat, satellite TV, DVD player and music system. A short corridor leads to the well equipped kitchen-diner and a third optional bathroom with double Victorian. bath. All rooms face the award winning south facing gardens, equipped for outside dining, with bar-b-que, pergola, evening fire pit and sun loungers. Guests have the run of the gardens and can purchase from us organic vegetables
Manche property rental - Front view of the farmhouse.

Front view of the farmhouse.

Manche property rental - Gardens and the Old Bakery at La Clergerie

Gardens and the Old Bakery at La Clergerie

Manche property rental - Doluble bedroom, the main farmhouse

Doluble bedroom, the main farmhouse

Manche property rental - Kitchen diner in the main farmhouse.

Kitchen diner in the main farmhouse.

Manche property rental - Sitting room main farmhouse

Sitting room main farmhouse

Manche property rental - Sitting room of the Old Bakery

Sitting room of the Old Bakery

Manche property rental - Kitchen, Old Bakery

Kitchen, Old Bakery

Manche property rental - Bedroom, Old Bakery

Bedroom, Old Bakery

Manche property rental - Sunrise at La Clergerie

Sunrise at La Clergerie

Location: Manche < Normandy < France

Nearest Airport: Cherbourg at 75 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: Cherbourg (also Caen and Le Havre- LD Ferries) at 75 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Carentan (fast run to Paris) at 23 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: Carentan at 23 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 18.0 Kilometres
The Marais National Park, is a designated area of outstanding natural beauty, famous for its sea food and cheeses. La Clergerie is 8km east of the pretty market town of Coutances, with an International Jazz Festival in May, music festivals in July and where many international artists choose to exhibit their work. To the west ,short drive away, is the pretty family resort of Agon-Coutainvlle. A fast drive south takes you to the cosmopolitan resort of Granville, the holy island of Mont St. Michel and the walled-port of St. Malo. Immediate south is the fortified town of St.Lo and the Vire Valley with abbeys, chateaux and castles to explore. Nearby Falaise was the home of William the Conqueror. The town of Bayeax guards the ancient tapestry depicting his defeat of the English at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. To the East are the famous D-Day landing beaches and museums, including the Peace Memorial Exhibition at Caen and the beautiful US military cemetery at Collville-sur-Mer.

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Rental Rates for this vacation rental in Manche, France

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Low season Oct 1, 2009 - Dec 17, 2009 €750 €140 - €150 - - 2 Nights
High season Dec 18, 2009 - Jan 5, 2010 €850 €150 - €150 - - 4 Nights
Low season Jan 6, 2010 - May 30, 2010 €750 €140 - €150 - - 2 Nights
High Season Jun 1, 2010 - Sep 15, 2010 €795 €150 - €150 - - 2 Nights

Additional information about rental rates

  • Weekly rental for the Old Bakery is from 550 euros per week, low season to 650 euros per week high season. Daily rental for the Old Bakery is as advertised (outside Christmas, Easter, July and August). Prices for the Farmhouse gite are from 750 euros per week low season, to 860 euros per week high season. With a third bathroom an optional extra at 100 euros for the week. For shorter stays, the rental rate in the main farmhouse is between 140 and 150 euros per night, minimum of two nights. Breakfast service can be arranged for short stay guests (low season only.) A deposit of 50 per cent is required at the time of booking ,30 per cent for two week stays and the rest payable on your day of arrival. There is key/damages deposit of 200 euros per unit which will be returned to you on your day of departure, providing the property is returned in a clean and tidy condition. The rates quoted to you are inclusive of reasonable use of electricity,
  • December 20 - December 29th, is a minimum charge of 860 euros per week in the main farmhouse and 650 euros per week in the Old Bakery. Three days minimum rental of accommodation over the New Year. Normally a deposit of 50 percent is required for rentals of one week and 30 percent for bookings of two weeks. The deposit is non-refundable if the client cancels less than six weeks before the booking is due to commence. Should the proprietor cancel your booking for whatever reason, all monies received by the proprietor will be returned to the client in full and final settlement of such a cancellation. This constitutes the terms and conditions of your rental.
  • Some comments from previous guests:
    'Barely a day goes by without us remembering our wonderful honeymoon at La Clergerie': Mr and Mrs C, Wales.
    'We really appreciated the fine care and hospitality you gave to us': Mr and Mrs L, Southern California.
    'We have had such a lovely stay at La Clergerie. The bedrooms were beautiful and the house is in such a tranquil setting. Thank you for all you did to make our stay so pleasant. We do hope we will get to visit you again'. Rev and Mrs N, US Airforce.
    'The most comfortable beds since we began our tour of France two weeks ago!' Mr and Mrs K, Florida.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation rental in Manche, France

Property Type:
  • cottage (semi-detached)

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Floor Area:
  • 140 m²

Location Type:
  • near the ocean
  • village

Theme:
  • away from it all
  • luxury

General:
  • jacuzzi
  • linens provided
  • sunbed
  • telephone
  • towels provided
  • daily maid service

Kitchen:
  • freezer
  • refrigerator
  • grill
  • hob
  • microwave
  • oven

Dining:
  • dining area
  • child's highchair
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
  • Chambre de Mer - Toilet, Shower, En-suite spa power shower
    Princess suite - Toilet, Traditional bath with mixer taps and shower attachment .
    Moroccan suite - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower, Traditional bathroom with double bath and shower attachment
  • All the bathrooms are modern with a weekly change of towels, bathroom accessories, and hire of towelling robes if required. Rentals include daily provision of 300 litres of hot water per accommodation per day for bathing or showering. Use of hot water above this provision is charged for. Extra towels and beach towels are also available on request (10 euros per set). Beach towels are available for hire. . Hairdryers are provided free of charge. Access to an outdoor jacuzzi is available to guests staying in the Old Bakery in July and August and can be made available by arrangement to guests staying in the farmhouse outside the main season of July and August. Prices and details on request. A washing machine is available and is programmed for overnight use at 10 euros per washing load at 40 degrees. Clothing can be dried on an outside rotary line and a clothes airer is provided.

Bedrooms:
  • 2 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 6 people
  • Chambre de Mer - King, Twin/ Single, Baby Crib, Can sleep three plus baby.
    Princess Room - Queen, Twin/ Single, Baby Crib, Can sleep three plus baby.
  • The main farmhouse at La Clergerie sleeps 4-6 people plus infant, and the Old Bakery which can be rented separately or together with the farmhouse gite, sleeps two adults and an infant. The cathedral style ceilings have halogen spots and there is plenty of low level complimentary lighting in each room. The price includes all bedding and linen which is changed weekly. Rooms are equipped with hairdryers and music systems.
Entertainment:
  • audio tape player
  • CD
  • DVD
  • radio
  • satellite or cable
  • stereo system
  • TV

Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • wireless broadband

Outside:
  • barbecue
  • garden
  • parking
  • terrace
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 4 beach chairs

Suitability:
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • pets not allowed
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome
  • suitable for elderly or infirm

Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • mountain biking
  • paragliding
  • roller blading
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • surfing

Notes: The accommodation in the farmhouse is available with additional self-catering rental of the Old Bakery as described above. Both buildings have high ceilings in some rooms and low beams in others, due to its historic architecture. Because of insurance restriction - a river borders the property and we have garden ponds -children can only use the gardens under adult supervision. This is a strictly no-smoking residence and we cannot accept pets because of the proximity of grazing farm animals neighbouring our property. Please note the maid service is provided within the charge for bed and breakfast guests, but is charged by arrangement at 15 euros per hour to self-catering guests to comply with French taxation laws. Internet access is by arrangement with the owners and is charged at 5 euros for 30 minutes internet access. Please note we have used good quality furnishings, including antiques and original works of art which are covered by a damages deposit of 200 euros per rental.

Further details for this vacation rental in Manche, France

Rural location close to Normandy beaches. : La Clergerie and the Old Bakery are in a beautiful rural setting, to explore by foot or bicycle, yet it is close to many amenities and activities, including golf courses, horse riding establishments and sailing schools. The region is home to some of the best beaches in North West France. Each accommodation includes guide books and information on sites of interest and activities in the region, including bicycle and walking tours, visits to the D-Day beaches, castles, museums, abbeys and chateaux, and other sites of historical interest such as Bayeaux (the Tapestry museum) and Mont St. Michel. Information on guided tours by local operators on request. The gardens at La Clergerie won first prize for 2007 and 2008 in a competition organised in this locality by the Tourist Board.

Combined holidays: If visiting France from outside Europe, why not combine a stay in Paris with a stay at La Clergerie - soaking up the best of French rural life, its cuisine, culture and setting. If touring Europe, La Clergerie makes an ideal stopping off point to relax and take breath between the cultural delights of Paris and a visit to Britain, with good access to one of the nearby ferry terminals or airports.

Four Star Plus for our accommodation.: Recent reviews by guests staying at La Clergerie averaged more than four stars in a voluntary international review, marking the standard of our facilities, hospitality and environment. We emphasize this in a non-smoking establishment and a full set of the terms and conditions of your rental is given to you on arrival. At La Clergerie we support the principles of green tourism and recycle everything we can. We water the gardens using natural spring water when possible and do not use pesticides. Our expensive fosse system, which is operated under license from the local authority, ensures that only clean water enters the natural environment. Our prize winning gardens are managed organically and we strive to minimize our carbon footprint. Each year we receive a number of hand written personal letters, cards and e-mails from our guests commending what we do and copies of these are available on request, together with independent evaluationsof our standards.

Golf: There are a number of golf courses to suit all standards of players within a short drive of La Clergerie, including a number of open tournaments.

Other Activities: Many historical sites, including the famous D-Day landing beaches, as well as abbeysand chateaux to explore. Also bungee jumping at Beny-Bocage.

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