Location: Bayeux, Lower-Normandy, France, Europe (midway between Bayeux and St Lo)
Accommodations: Country House / Chateau, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 5 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: C17 Manoir & Pigeonnier
Prestigious B&B Accommodation in historic Manoir an idyllic setting in extensive gardens and grounds. Ideally located for D-Day Beaches and Norman history battlefield tours there are award winning golf courses and restaurants within easy reach.
Le Manoir d'Hérouville is easily accessible from the Channel ports of Caen/Ouistreham and Cherbourg and Caen Carpiquet airport.
Serene and beautiful Le Manoir de Hérouville is a perfect gem set in 17 acres of gardens and paddocks amidst quiet rural countryside. Bordered by the magnificent Fôret de Cerisy which offers possibilities for walking, riding and cycling and nestling midway between the ancient Norman towns of Saint Ló and Bayeux it is an ideal location to get away from the cares and stresses of daily life and relax in elegant style.
Accommodation:
There are 3 very large bedrooms in the main house. The Toile Suite is our premier room and is a romantic oasis for a first or perhaps a second honeymoon the Blue and the Indian Rooms are elegantly furnished with much loved family antique furniture each bedroom has an antique canopied king or double bed and in addition are spacious enough to accommodate 2 further single beds if required. All rooms have large and modern private bathrooms, with complimentary Clarins toiletries and huge white towels. There is a comfortable and elegantly appointed drawing room on the ground floor where guests may meet before breakfast, relax with tea and home made cake in the afternoon or chat over a glass of something intoxicating or soothing before bed, and a charming and relaxed dining room close enough to the kitchen to appreciate the fragrance of freshly baked bread in the morning.
The Pigeonnier was the Manoir dove cot and its size possibly denoted the social standing of the original builders, now renovated it has been turned into a charming hideaway for 2 or 4 persons. The mezzanine top floor is a twin bedroom with views over the extensive ponds and gardens, the middle floor is a double bedroom with en-suite modern shower room and the ground floor has a small but well equipped kitchen, dining area and a seating area with television and dvd player.
The Pigeonnier is used as a self catering holiday cottage, there is a private barbecue situated immediately outside the Pigeonnier door and charcoal is available from the main house.
There is also a barbecue and garden furniture sited at the lake which all guests are welcome to use for cooking or picnics. Why not fish for carp, barbecue and have a few beers during the long warm summer evenings.
Positioned astride the June 1944 boundary between 1st US Army and 2nd British Army, close to the airborne landings, invasion beaches, and major sites of the Battle of Normandy, Le Manoir d'Hérouville is ideally located for tours of the Normandy battles.
If you are interested in the history of the D Day Invasion but only have a short time to spend in Normandy why not take one of our Battlefield tour packages
Our aim is to make this area of Normandy accessible and informative for the hard pressed traveller. Transport from the station followed by a relaxed supper then stay the night in one of our luxurious bed chambers and take an outstanding breakfast to start your day well. Collection by a highly recommended and enthusiastic tour guide is then followed by a full day bespoke private tour which covers the topics which are of interest to you, then transport back to the station for a return to Paris.
Please mail for prices and availability quoting dates and numbers.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Laundry facilities on request
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking : Motor Cycles and bicycles can be accommodated in the barns
- Off Street Parking : Parking for up to 10 cars in the forecourt .
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (4)
- Convertible Bed
- Crib (2) : cribs with bed linen, night lights and baby alarms are available for children 3 years and under
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : In the Pigeonnier
- DVD
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : 2 or 3 course dinners are available on request
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill (2) : Sited at the lakeside
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet : In Pigeonnier and Manoir
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Satellite TV & DVD (Pigeonnier only)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Private Fishing, bicycles for guests use
Rate Details (In Euros/Pounds Sterling)
Season runs from 1st Apr 2012 until 31st Oct 2012
65 Euros per person per night Bed and Breakfast within Le Manoir
550 Euros per week for Pigeonnier as a self catering holiday cottage
30% Deposit is requested to secure booking, paypal accepted
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Bayeux
One of the most beautiful and fertile areas of France, close to channel ports and steeped in the shared history of the British and the French, the people are charming and the food is superlative. The pace of life is relaxed, old fashioned enough to be familiar and modern enough to be comfortable, it is France at its best.
The Unique Benefits of this Country House / Chateau
Listening to the frogs in the wildlife pond and fishing for carp in the small lake. Watching a red kite hovering over a field of corn, while sipping a glass of chilled cider and munching superb local cheese and breads. Dancing at the local fete with Grandmothers, babies and every age in between. The great privilege of meeting British, Canadian and American Veterans of WWII and hearing of their adventures all unique and each one a hero.
Property Photos
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- The approach to Le Manoir de Hérouville - Travel to Normandy, France and stay at a B&B
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- The Blue Room - Travel to Normandy, France and stay at a B&B
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- The Indian Room - Travel to Normandy, France and stay at a B&B
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- Bedroom of the Toile Room
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- The Pigionnier bedroom
Traveler Reviews (4)
Delightful introduction to Normandy.
Guest: Virginia 3
(Salem, Oregon, USA)
Date of Stay: 04/22/11
Review Submitted: 05/24/11
My husband and I stayed in Le Pigeonnier from April 22 to 30, 2011. We couldn't have chosen a better location for our first trip to Normandy if we had tried. Other reviewers have called the pigeonnier "quirky" and we would have to agree. Quirky in the absolutely best sense of the word. From its steep, spiral staircase to the niches in the walls formerly occupied by the eponymous pigeons, the building is absolutely charming. The timbers in the third floor bedroom are worth the price of admission all by themselves. The appointments are excellent as well. The beds are very comfortable, the linens lovely and the views beautiful. Having reliable internet service is important to us and we were very impressed with the stability and speed of the connection. The kitchen, while extremely compact, had everything we needed to produce excellent meals (when we didn't eat out and some of the wonderful local restaurants). The "welcome basket" of goodies was chock full of local delicacies and we devoured every crumb. Friends joined us for our last two days and they stayed at the manoir, which is gorgeous. We joined them for breakfasts and were overwhelmed by the choice and quality of items on offer. And, I think we tried them all! Sue, Dave, Jacqui and Dex were wonderful hosts who shared their time, insights and recommendations unstintingly. Our recommendation of Le Manoir d"Herouville is without reservation. Please go and see for yourself how remarkable it is.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.
Perfect Stay!!!
Guest: NDT
(Heidelberg, Germany)
Date of Stay: 04/09/11
Review Submitted: 04/19/11
We had a wonderful stay in le Pigeonnier. My children loved the quirky lodging and the comfortable amenities provided. (especially the English television stations) The self-catering apartment had everything you could want and more. I didn't need to bring a single thing to supplement the dishes, cooking utensils, etc.. Sue even stocked the fridge with a few things to start us off which was a nice touch. The owners were lovely people who gave us great information on places to eat and things to do and see. It was a perfect vacation and we would highly recommend this property to anyone. You won't be disappointed!! We didn't want to leave....
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
Guest: scott williams2
(orlando, florida)
Date of Stay: 10/20/06
Review Submitted: 10/20/06
my wife an i had an execellent vacation topped off by our stay at the manoir. the setting of the manoir is in the bocage country of normandy surrounded by farms and forests. the manoir is absolutely beautiful, and our hosts/hostesses were wonderful. we could not have been more pleased. the tour of the "artillery" was one of the highlights of my stay and i strongly recommend it to everyone. we cannot wait to return for our third honeymoon.
Owner response:We can't wait either, these are nice people whose enthusiasm is contagious
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Guest: Margaret Butler
(Vancouver Canada)
Date of Stay: 08/25/06
Review Submitted: 08/25/06
My son and Grandson and I enjoyed 3 wonderful nights and days at the Manoir. The bedroom and bathroom were extremely comfortable, and the breakfasts were perfect. Home made jams, breads and yoghurts were served along with wonderful cheeses, meats and coffee. My grandson enjoyed fishing in the lake and searching for frogs with his Dad. Our hosts made us feel welcome and were very helpful with local information and directions. The three of us thorougly enjoyed a day-long tour with Major-General Graham Holland. He tailored the tour to our nneds and his indepth knowledge provided a deep insight into D-Day. Sue Roberts is a gracious hostess and makes all her guests feel at home. I have recommended the Manoir to friends and would certainly stay there again. Don't miss it!
Owner response:It was a pleasure to welcome this delightful family to our home and we hope to see them back in the future - complete with younger grandson......
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