Location: Coutances, Lower-Normandy, France, Europe (15 minutes from Coutances)
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)
Keywords: Gite
The gite is a charming, converted cowshed set in beautiful countryside. At least 150 years old, it has recently been refurbished to a very high standard while retaining original beams and other features. La Dehayrie stands almost at the end of a country lane which is a no-through road, so the location is very quiet.
We are part of the commune of Guéhébert, which is halfway between the cathedral city of Coutances and the charming market town of Gavray, both 15-minute drives. The magnificent beach on the Cherbourg peninsula is a 20-minute drive, and less than 90 minutes away are Cherbourg itself, Caen and St Malo/Dinard airport. There is plenty of choice of excellent reasonably-priced restaurants in the neighbouring towns and villages.
The gite has an open-plan living area approximately five metres by four metres (16 feet by 13 feet), including a fully-fitted modern kitchen. Upstairs, there is a double-size bedroom with en suite shower room with large shower area. Heating throughout is by electricity. Lighting is by modern spots. Wireless broadband is supplied, with a router in the gite itself.
Outside, the gite has its own small terrace. West-facing, it enjoys glorious evening sunshine in the summer months. A car is essential, as the nearest market town is a 15-minute drive away, though a few shops are nearer.
This is a holiday gite for a couple who above all want peace and quiet, with excellent walking either in the glorious local countryside or by the sea. Riding and golf are available nearby. For the more adventurous, you can take a ride in a small plane or go parachuting.
The major popular attractions of Lower (Western) Normandy - e.g. the Normandy landing beaches and their museums, Bayeux, Honfleur, Mont St Michel - are an easy day-trip away, almost all at less than an hour's drive.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : The washing machine is not in the gite itself but easily accessible.
- Dryer : Not in the gite itself but easily accessible.
- Linens Provided : Beach towels are also provided.
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Double Bed : Large double bed (though not queen-size), regarded by all guests so far as extremely comfortable.
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : Our location makes it possible to receive both UK and French TV and radio.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Music Library : Several CDs in the gite or available to borrow.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : The oven is both a conventional oven and a microwave. The hob is gas.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave : Built into the conventional oven.
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : On the terrace outside the gite, with table and chairs.
- Deck/Patio : West-facing, an ideal spot for evening drinks and barbecues.
- Communications
- Telephone : A telephone is provided for emergencies or for use with specific permission.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : The gite has its own router, with excellent connection.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Only by prior agreement.
- Not Suitable for Children : Fine for babies not yet crawling, though a cot is not provided.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
Rate Details (In Pounds Sterling)
Low Season .. $300/week, £150/week, or €210/week.
Mid Season .. $390/week, £220/week, or €300/week.
High Season .. $480/week, £250/week, or €360/week.
Peak Season .. $580/week, £310/week, or €420/week.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- The gite at La Dehayrie - Coutances, Gite de France
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- The living area, showing the combination conventional/microwave cooker - Coutances, Gite de France
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- The bedroom in the gite with ensuite shower-room (1200cm shower area) - Coutances, Gite de France
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- Sitting area
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- Gite in relation to the main house and garden
Traveler Reviews (31)
Country peacefullness with central location
Guest: K & C
(Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 05/09/11
Review Submitted: 06/07/11
This gite is the perfect escape for a quiet retreat in the country, but central to the Normandy beaches, exploring the countryside and visiting the many quaint villages in the surrounding area. Coutances is a 15 min drive with a great shopping selection for the small French bakery, patisserie, meat market or a larger LeClerc (similiar to Target/WalMart in the USA). While we also missed meeting the owners, Doug & Heather, we spent a very enjoyable evening with the caretakers, Allen & Lynn. We highly recommend this gite!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Wonderful Area
Guest: Harold and Elaine
(Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/10/11
Review Submitted: 06/02/11
We had the pleasure of staying at La Dehayrie in May 2011. The description of the property is accurate and great thought has been put into the comfort of their guests. We were within easy driving distance of the Landing Beaches, Mont St Michel and many interesting historical churches and chateaus. We were also just a short drive from bakeries (most important), shops and restaurants. I would recommend this property to anyone, this was the first time we had rented using the VRBO website and we couldn't have picked a better owner to deal with.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Guest: Berry and Dale Hoak
(Williamsburg, VA, USA)
Date of Stay: 11/07/09
Review Submitted: 11/07/09
La DeHayrie provides a peaceful and rural retreat after exploring Normandy's treasures, many within 1- 2 hours drive. Heather and Douglas are very helpful with their suggestions and sharing their lovely garden.
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Guest: Bliss FitzRandolph
(Paradise, Nova Scotia, Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/05/09
Review Submitted: 11/05/09
My husband, Bill O'Neill, and I stayed at La Dehayrie this past May and had a wonderful time. We loved the "cow shed" and were very comfortable there. We were fortunate that our hosts arrived before we left for Canada and found them very accommodating and they made us feel very welcome. We would go back and would recommend La Dehayrie to friends.
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Guest: Scott & Vicki Worthing
(Brunswick, ME )
Date of Stay: 11/04/09
Review Submitted: 11/04/09
Enjoyed a wonderful time in the Normandy region. The gite was perfect for our needs: small, quiet, comfortable, and well located.
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Guest: Mr & Mrs Bennett
(Byfleet, Surrey. UK)
Date of Stay: 10/31/09
Review Submitted: 10/31/09
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at La Dehayrie. Our trip was out of season in October so the area was very peaceful & relaxing. The accommodation was very comfortable & had everything we needed.
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Guest: Krishan Pandit and Laura Milford
(Southampton and Newton Abbot, UK)
Date of Stay: 07/24/08
Review Submitted: 07/24/08
We both had a wonderful 5 days staying at La Dehayrie, which was a perfect base for exploring most of Normandy. The peace and quiet experience was unrivalled and we would stay here if we were ever to visit the area again! Many thanks should go to Douglas and Heather for inviting us into their home and making us feel at ease with their valuable advice about the local area!
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Guest: Marcel & Cheryl
(Abbeville, Louisiana, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/17/08
Review Submitted: 07/17/08
We really enjoyed the gite. It was our first time in Normandy and we couldn't have found a more charming location and accomodations. I'm only sorry we missed meeting Douglas and Heather as they were in the western hemisphere while we were in the eastern. Maybe next time. If we ever get back to that part of the world we would love to stay once again in La Dehayrie!
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Guest: John Kettle
(Perth, Australia)
Date of Stay: 07/04/08
Review Submitted: 07/04/08
A delightful little property, well equipped, very comfortable, very quiet & secluded and close to the sites we wanted to visit. Would recommend highly.
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