Location: Coutances, Lower-Normandy, France, Europe (Ten Minute to Drive to Coutances)
Accommodations: 4 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-11)
Keywords: Rural Manor House
The house was built in 1676, and is part of an ancient ‘corps de ferme’, surrounded by the original barns. The owner Jean Yvelin was seigneur of an illustrious family that extended to the English side of the Channel. He was cousin to the diarist John Evelyn, and was also the French Queen’s physician. The house is just outside the village of Savigny, down a country lane. While offering privacy it is part of a small hamlet and therefore not isolated. The nearest shops are a short drive away in Belval Gare, or slightly further on in Cerisy-La-Salle, a charming cross country run first thing in the morning if you are in search of croissants.
The rooms in the house are spacious, with original wooden-beamed ceilings and casement windows. It is furnished simply with local antiques and period furniture, but is also practical and extremely comfortable. The kitchen is large and well-equipped, not least because we frequently have cookery photo shoots there. The eight foot high fire place makes this room a great draw throughout the year, and most guests choose to light it in the evening, even during the summer.
There is a large newly converted utility room with an additional fridge, two washing machines and a dryer, and a butler’s sink that comes into its own when you arrive back from the beach laden with treasure and muddy boots. Upstairs the beds all have proper feather duvets and pillows. There is a large bathroom with a claw-footed bath for relaxing, in addition to the downstairs shower-room.
The house is surrounded by fourteen acres of farmland, with a two acre garden. The lower garden offers a secure children’s playing area, with a big oak table and chairs, and barbeque. There is a herb garden in the upper part, and children’s play area. The upper garden also has a walnut tree, that provides pleasant shade during hot weather to dine under. The beach is a fifteen minute drive away.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Child Bed
- Murphy Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
Rate Details (In Pounds Sterling)
Low Season .. £380/week .. November to March.
Mid Season .. £490/week .. April to Mid-July, September, and October.
High Season .. £790/week .. Easter, Last Two Weeks July, August, and Christmas.
We Offer a Special Out of Season Reduction of £100 A Week for Small Parties of
Up to Four People.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #109678
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