Guests say
Guests have consistently praised the Manoir Normand, highlighting its beautiful restoration, historical charm, and peaceful gardens. The property's prime location in Bayeux allows easy access to local sights and WW2 landmarks. The interior is celebrated for its spaciousness, tasteful decoration, and the quality of linens and kitchenware. The presence of a well-equipped kitchen and the option to have meals prepared by a chef add to the delightful experience. The property's ability to accommodate large groups and families across generations is particularly appreciated, creating unforgettable memories.
Reviews consistently mention the property being 'spotlessly clean', indicating a high standard of cleanliness that guests appreciate.
The property's location is frequently praised for being within walking distance to Bayeux's centre, close to historical sites, and convenient for exploring Normandy, suggesting an exceptional location score.
Guests describe the beds as 'comfortable and large', with 'crisp linen and fluffy towels', and the house as 'peaceful', reflecting a high level of comfort throughout their stay.
The property boasts a range of facilities including a well-stocked kitchen, media room, and private garden. Some guests noted the kitchen size and steep stairs, but overall, the facilities are highly regarded.
The thoughtful touches, such as gifts of champagne and groceries, are warmly mentioned by guests. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Manoir Normand is the perfect coming together of beauty, history, French elegance and exceptional taste.
Right in the heart of the historical Bayeux, and set in a substantial, enclosed and quiet garden, guests are only a 5-minute stroll away from renowned restaurants, excellent shops, a museum, the towns medieval cathedral and Queen Mathilde’s UNESCO classified Bayeux Tapestry. Other famous sites and towns are also within easy reach from here and plenty of activities are on offer, such as cooking courses, tours of landing beaches and Calvados cellars, sand yachting and cycling.
The beautiful and impressive 18th-century manoir has been lovingly restored with impeccable taste and elegance, celebrating French style and charm alongside modern creature comforts. It can accommodate 14 guests in its 7 en-suite bedrooms or suites, kitchen, dining-room and its four different sitting rooms spread across its 360 square metres over three floors. For relaxation and pampering, there is a spa room.
For larger parties, additional accommodation is available for up to four further guests in the separate, ancient cart barn, which has been beautifully converted to offer spacious, mainly open-plan living and two en-suite bedrooms. Original features such as high ceilings, exposed wooden beams and wooden vaults create a warm and authentic retreat.
In addition many hotel style services are on offer for guests, such as maid service, chauffeur, breakfast and private chef service by a famous local chef.
The real Normandy will delight guests at Manoir Normand, with its hospitality, gastronomy, history and beauty, whilst they are pampered in high quality accommodation in the heart of a historic, UNESCO classified jewel.
Manoir Normand is in the heart of Bayeux, just five minutes stroll from the local bakery, green-grocers and butchers and ten minutes from the town's famous restaurant, which also offers delivery to the Manoir. The historic town is well known for the unesco classified Bayeux Tapestry, depicting the Norman’s conquest of England and the medieval cathedral is also just a short walk away. It is a beautiful town with many renowned restaurants, historical buildings and interesting museums about this fascinating part of Normandy.
The town is also a great base for exploring the D-Day Landing beaches which are just a short drive away. Arromanches (12km) and Omaha (24km) are examples of two beaches of historical importance as well as the batteries and cliffs of Longues-sur-Mer (12km) just north of Bayeux. Private guided tours of this area can be arranged for guests.
This part of Normandy has so many activities on offer. Sand yachting is very popular on the coast with centres in Asnelles (13km) and Omaha (24km), plus there are other watersports such as kayaking, diving, sailing and stand-up paddling nearby. Further inland you will find horse-riding and cycling, including a centre that will hire out electric bikes and offer guided tours of the area. Alternatively, if you are looking for a slower pace then be sure to visit one of the fine Calvados cellars and learn how the drink is made.
If you have more time on your hands then there is so much in Normandy to discover. Head inland to beautiful towns and timeless villages, explore the regions gastronomic delights or head to the coast whether it is the local wide sandy beaches or the rugged cliffs a little further away. Highlights of the area include one of France's oldest University cities, Caen (30km), the seaside town of Deauville (78km) from the 'la belle époque' era and the stunning granite island of Mont St Michel (90km).
Accommodation
1) Manoir + Cart Barn: 18 guests/9 bedrooms/9 bathrooms
2) Manoir Only : 14 guests/7 bedrooms/7 bathrooms
Manoir Interior (360m²)
Ground Floor
- Open-plan kitchen/dining area for up to 14 guests
- Well equipped kitchen area (oven, hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee machine and air-conditioned wine cellar)
- Living room
- TV room
- Billiards room
- Library
- Laundry room with washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board
- Guest WC
First Floor
- One double suite with queen size bed, flat-screen TV and own bathroom
- One double suite with queen size bed, flat-screen TV and own shower room
- Three double rooms each with queen size bed, flat-screen TV and own shower room
Second Floor
- Two twin rooms each with single beds, flat-screen TV and own shower room
Cart Barn Interior (180m²)
Note: available for rental only to the same party, as additional accommodation to the Manoir
Ground Floor
- Kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher, washing machine and access to terrace
- Dining room with table for 4 people
First Floor
- Lounge with TV, sofa, two armchairs and conference facilities
- Two double rooms each with queen size bed, flat-screen TV and own bathroom/shower room
Outside Grounds
- Enclosed gardens
- Courtyard area
- Outdoor dining area
- Barbecue
- Children's play area
- Car parking for up to six cars in the courtyard (additional on-street parking is also available)
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Working fireplace
- Fans
- Flat-screen TV
- DVD player
- I-pod docking station
- Home cinema
- Wine cellar
- Spa room with hot tub
- Bath robes and slippers
- Hairdryers
- L'Occitaine toiletries (soap and shampoo)
- Pool table
- Swing
- Board games
- Bikes for rent
Reviews (41)
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Lori
I can’t tell you how lovely and perfect your home was for our stay in Normandy. We’re so grateful for your hospitality that met all of our needs and more. The rooms were spacious, clean, and Catherine was very responsive and accommodating. The location couldn’t have been better and we so enjoyed the different of rooms on the first floor of the home. It was like staying in a museum! While we were sad not to be able to meet you, I hope you had a wonderful and successful week surrounding D-Day. We all very much enjoyed our stay and hope to visit again soon.
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Roger
Our stay with 13 guests was no less than spectacular! The photos can't convey the size and beauty of the chateau. Our guests were in awe. From the well-appointed interior to the incredible gardens, it has become our favorite. Personal touches like robes and slippers in each room were greatly appreciate. We had a chef who cooked nearly every night while we all gathered around the table sharing wine and stories together. The natural wood grill was easy to use as well. We enjoyed pre-dinner drinks in each of the parlors and had a few fun billiard tournaments. While we didn't take advantage of the hot tub, it's a lovely room and always ready. Our hostess took us on a guided tour upon arrival and also helped with a few requests during our stay. All top notch. We will absolutely be back!
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Elizabeth E.
This is our 3rd house to rent through Oliver’s Travels & by far the BEST! Absolutely amazing.