Location: Carentan, Lower-Normandy, France, Europe (Ste-Mere-Eglise 12mins, Utah Beach 30mins Cherbourg 30mins)
Accommodations: Manor House B&B, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 8)
A Quality honey colored granite stone built House, a few minutes from St Mere Eglise in the D-Day zone and area where the Battle of the Hedges took place. Battlefields, strategic sites of encampments still with evidence of yesteryear in place; vital routes of liberation all on our doorstep. Beaches, museums, monuments and all forces cemeteries within an easy drive.
WHITE CROSS MANOR was built in the late 19th century in the small village of St Jores in the area where the 82nd/101st Airborne divisions dropped on the night of the 5 to 6 June 1944.
Two king bed rooms en suite available and refurbished in 2007 whilst retaining the character of a French country house. Rooms are large and light. Separate Gite Cottage accommodates 2/3 for B&B with main party or for let only. Continental breakfast with selection of meats, pastries, home made breads and jams, cheeses, fruits, juices and beverages. Bedroom tray with coffee/tea, biscuits & fruit bowl.
Commodore K.B.Estlin, Royal Navy, conducts private Battlefield tours for our guests only. Keith has extensive NATO experience. Penny has been in quality catering for many years specializing in Victorian cuisine.
Keith and Penny Estlin have lived in Normandy for five years.
There are many excellent restaurants and cafe's close by. Markets in any direction from White Cross every day.
June '08, from USA - 'Gracious Host & wonderful place to enjoy. 'Excellent! Wonderful Host & Hostess and beautiful place to stay'USA. American Army in Germany. 'Brilliant, you really have put the icing on the cake'
Please drop in on our guest book.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Clothes Washer in the Gite.
- Linens Provided: All Linen Provided
- Off Street Parking: Private Courtyard Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Private Courtyard Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove: Wood Burning Stove in the Gite
- Beds
- King Bed: 72 Inches. Option of Two 36 Inch in One Room.
- Twin/Single Bed: Gite Has Three Single Beds with Third Bed in a Private Alcove
- Child Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Gite Lounge Has English Programmed Satellite TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite): One Bedroom Has French Programmed TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Extensive DVD's
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Microwave Also Fitted in the Gite Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave: Fitted in the Gite
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Extensive Garden with Fish Pool, Averies and Hens.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking on the Patio or in the Grounds
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Museums
- Other Activities
- In the Area Where US Paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division Dropped on the Night of 5 to 6 June 1944. Ideally Situated for Battlefield Tours.
Rate Details (In Euros)
Room rates vary from 80 euro per night downwards depending on the season.
Rooms take 2 or 3 people and discounts are available. 25% deposit by Paypal on
booking with the balance in Cash Please, Euros Preferred.
Battle Site Tours .Half day tours at 100 euro and guidance given for unattended
tours. Guide Commodore Keith Estlin Royal Navy.
Tour Transport Not Provided But Help with Arrangements can be Given.
Any Entry Fees Not Included in the Tour Price.
Booking Deposit Refunded Over 3 Months in Advance or if Relet.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2002
Penny & Keith moved to France on retirement.
Keith was a career officer in the Royal Navy retiring in the rank of a one star Admiral. He now enjoys giving tours of WW2 US battlefield sites to his guests.
Penny, a career lady with proprty development and catering experience, enjoys the quieter pace of life in Normandy. They enjoy receiving guests and providing a happy home from home.
The Unique Benefits of this Manor House B&B
White Cross Manor is in a quiet rural location but within easy travel to market towns of La Haye du Puits, Carentan, Periers and many restaurants, beaches and WW2 sites of St Mere Eglise, Utah, Carentan (Band of Brothers) and Omaha.
Property Photos
- White Cross Manor - France Manor House B&B Vacation Rentals
- Cottage Gite and patio - France Manor House B&B Vacation Rentals
- Bedroom in Main House - France Manor House B&B Vacation Rentals
- Bedroom in main House
- Gite Lounge
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Arlene Block , Kamuela Hawaii
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You were a great couple. We enjoyed your stay. Penny & Keith
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The Browns , Dunwoody, Georgia
Homeowner Response:
It was great taking you to our village liberation day and showing you how much the US are wlcome here. Penny & Keith
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Carole Ann Hoppenstein , Dallas, Texas, USA
Homeowner Response:
Many thanks for all your help. Penny & Keith
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Jo Ann and Jay Fouts ,
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We loved having you all and hope to meet again. Penny & Keith