LES HIRONDELLES

Contrieres, Coutances

Normandy

2 bedrooms > Sleeps 4

Changeover day: Saturday

Les Hirondelles is a 19th century stone barn, converted into a two bedroomed gite, forming about half of the property. The other half is occupied by us. Which means we are never far away if you have any questions.

The gite is large and comfortable and recently refurbished to a high degree. There are two large double bedrooms, one with double bed and one twin bedded. Large fitted wardrobes in both rooms. The double bedded room has an en suite bathroom with full sized bath, shower, hand basin and toilet. There is also a family bathroom along the corridor with toilet, hand basin and walk in shower.
The lounge is large with comfy three piece suite, satelite tv, vhs, cd player. Books and games for those quiet evenings after a busy day out! Lawned play area with BBQ for your own personal use.
The large kitchen diner is well equipped with many new items. Washing machine, cooker, microwav,toaster, coffee maker and everything necessary for a home from home holiday!
Fresh linen weekly, including towels.
The gite is all electric, heating and water. Additional weekly charge as per usage. 0.10eur as per meter reading

The barn was formerly part of a farm and is part of a small hamlet (La Planche Bourdon) close to the village of Contrieres, 7 kms south of Coutances and 1 1/2 hrs drive from Cherbourg.

The countryside around us is totally agricultural and extremely quiet and peaceful. There are several small towns, villages and sandy beaches nearby. Hauteville-sur-mer (10 mins drive) has the most gorgeous sandy beach stretching as`far`as you can see in each direction. Granville, also on the coast offers a more traditional/ tourist type of resort.

We`are within easy reach of Coutances, Granville, Avranches. An hour away from Bayeaux, Caen, St Lo and the Normandy invasion beaches; associated museums and displays. Other places of interest within driving distance, Honfleur, Mont St Michel and Dinan. Easy access to Jersey by ferry from Granville.

All the surrounding towns have weekly markets and supermarkets. fresh local produce, lovely hot sausage sandwiches. English and French bars and restaurants.

Long lets also available.

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