Comfortable Normandy Cottage with 120 acre forest

We very much enjoyed our stay at LaMuche, especially warming by the fireside on the cool evenings we experienced in late March / early April. LaMuche is definitely ‘away from it all’ and very quiet, save for the owls and other nighttime wildlife sounds of the forest. Some level of French fluency is required as this is not in the heart of tourist country, but D-Day attractions, Honfleur, Etretat and Monet country are close enough for day outings. Even Paris is only a few hours away. Madame Leroux was very helpful when assistance was needed. Thanks Elie, for a great vacation getaway.

Picture perfect French countey home with all the needed amenities, it far exceeded my expectations. Owner was very helpful with directions to sights close by. House is in a peaceful location with a beautiful forest all around. Centrally located for day trips to Rouen, Honfleur, Bayeux, Caen and Mont St. Michel. Loved the huge fireplace to warm us since our time there was rainy and chilly. So busy we didn't have time to visit the chalets not too distant from the home. Suspect we shall return to La Muche. Very glad we had someone with us who spoke fluent French. Madame Laroux, the property manager, was fantastic.

I can only sing praises about this location, The location is great, secluded yet within easy access of Rouen, Honfleur and small local towns. The main roads from Calais to here are superb. We arrived slightly early because of this. The house is lovely, very warm and homely, beautifully furnished. All home comforts are here too washer, dryer, dishwasher. The Risle valley is beautiful, We went early April just before Spring had sprung, I would imagine it's breathtaking in the summer. The region is very French which is great, but you will need to brush up on your French language. I plan to return here again and would strongly recommend it to couples and adult groups. I think children with a thirst for the outdoors will love it too and would enjoy exploring the forest and country lanes.

Many thanks to the Owner and Mme L for a lovely Holiday

Andre B

La Mûche is nestled in the middle of a forest but directions to the property are excellent. Blissfully quiet, bright and welcoming and equipped with everything you could possibly need during your stay. We arrived in Normandy during a very cold spell but the large open fire and limitless wood made our evenings cosy and relaxed. Our daughter loved exploring the forest and it is easy to spend peaceful days in and around the house but there’s also plenty to do for families nearby.

Ten minutes away by car is the start of the Greenway (Pont Authou), where you can hire bikes for the day and ride safely without any vehicles for miles with a number of towns on-route to explore. Pont Audemer again only a ten minute drive away is an attractive town with a large street market twice a week and La Gargouille in the centre is a great place for lunch. Paris is also commutable by taking the train directly from Bernay - easy and inexpensive (also free parking at the station).

All in all a wonderful property providing a real holiday escape, we will certainly return to this little haven.

La maison est très mignonne, beaucoup de charme, perdue au milieu de la forêt. Elle mériterait peut-être quelques rafraîchissements (salle de bain principalement) mais rien de dérangeant. De supers promenades à faire aux alentours. Une cheminée pour les soirées un peu fraîches.

Nous avons passé un long week-end très reposant. Je recommande vivement !