Manoir De La Gauguinier
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Overview
Located at the edge of a river in a small valley, this 16th century manor house has been recently restored and features an original thatched roof. The exterior amenities include a large terrace, a garden equipped with outdoor furniture and 2.5 hectares of grounds. Manoir De La Gauguinier is located just 5km from the small town of Haye du Puits which offers a good selection of shops and is 40km south of Cherbourg. Other nearby towns include Coutances (30km), Ste Mere Eglise (25km) and the Landing Beaches (Utah).
The beautiful Manoir De La Gauguinier, set in spacious century old grounds and surrounding countryside, offers a glorious feeling of stepping back in time to a part of France where time passes by unnoticed and very little ever changes.
Manoir De La Gauguinier is unique in this part of Normandy, having been built in the 16th century as a fortified house during the Huguenot rebellion. This history can be seen in the design of the house: a defense tower with spectacular views, specifically designed windows with an opening for a rifle, and a liturgical basin.
The Cotentin Peninsular is rich is history and heritage. It is an ancient Celtic land of traditions, myths and legends, of hills, woods, marshes and villages. During World War II, the property was the point of water supply for all of the American forces in Normandy Operation Cobra.
What you should know…
- The kitchen is fully equipped, however, size wise it isn't ideal for gourmet lovers or advanced chefs.
- Finding the chateau can be tricky, so add the coordinates on your GPS!
This home is a part of our Great Value Collection!
Our great value homes:
- may be traditionally styled for a laid back feeling
- may have some simple amenities and features
- mean that you can enjoy top holiday destinations for less!
Property Features
The property has four bedrooms (rooms can be arranged as either twin or double rooms) for eight adults. One bedroom can be increased to a triple room using the additional adult single bed. There is the option to increase the occupancy of another bedroom by one, as it has a small bed, suitable for a child of up to six or seven years old.
The ground floor of the house has a sitting room furnished with Louis XIII style furniture with a Louis XIV 18th century stone fireplace and includes satellite television and a DVD player set in an elegant Henri II dresser. The large dining room still has the original granite fireplace. The kitchen is fully equipped for guests, including an oven and hob, a large fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, kettle and mixer set in a large U-shaped work surface. Downstairs there is under floor heating with radiator heating upstairs. The laundry room, situated next to the manoir, is fully equipped with a washing machine, dryer, and ironing facilities. Also located on the ground floor is one of the four bedrooms, which is a large twin room. The room is decorated in the 16th century style with a Louis XIV armoire and writing desk, a coffer, and a tapestry and also has an antique, wrought iron cot. The en-suite bathroom for the room is located in the tower.
Upstairs are the remaining bedrooms and bathrooms. The first room was once the seigneurial master bedroom. It has two single beds, a 17th century coffer and fireplace, a beautiful tapestry, a fine writing bureau and the liturgical basin. The room has a wonderful bathroom in the tower. La Chambre Yvonne is again a twin room with a dressing room complete with chest of drawers. The final room has twin beds, an armoire, and a beautiful window. All the windows in the chateau have interior shutters or wrought iron designs typical of the 16th century style.
Outside, with lovely views of the river and the copse, is the well lit terrace with garden furniture and a barbecue. On site boules and seasonal fishing in the river are also possible. There is a detached house that works as a secure garage for guest parking.
The manor house is only 35km from the port of Cherbourg and 5km from the small town of La Haye du Pu...
| Nearest Airport |
Cherbourg-Maupertus 40km / Caen-Carpiquet 95km
(36-40 km) |
| Nearest Ferry Port |
Cherbourg 45km / Caen Ouistreham 110km
(41-45 km) |
| Nearest Village |
Doville Walkabale village 500m (5mn)
(1 km) |
Location
About the surrounding area of Manoir De La GauguinierThe manor house is only 35km from the port of Cherbourg and 5km from the small town of La Haye du Puits which has a busy Wednesday morning market full of local produce. There are also numerous restaurants, a large selection of over 100 shops and three supermarkets throughout the area.
The chateau is located in an area of amazing wildlife interest with numerous marvellous walks and cycle rides in the Marais natural park. Visitors can see crested cranes and herons, deer, goats and even wild boar in the Mont d'Etenclin hills. Another great way to see the Cotentin on the beach is riding, with several stables in the area. The huge beaches are also ideal for many seaside activities including sand surfing.
The town of Portbail, 5km from the chateau, also offers sailing and water sports, or simply the chance spend the day fishing on the river. Cherbourg has a renowned 18-hole golf course, while Barneville-Carteret and Agon-Coutainville have 9-hole golf courses.
The D-Day Landing beaches at Ste Mère Eglise and Utah Beach are 25 km from the chateau, with the infamous Abbaye de Blanchelande only two km away. Portbail is a quaint little port complete with a 13th century arched bridge and 12th century church where you can get ferry trips for a day in one of the Channel Islands.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Cherbourg-Maupertus 40km / Caen-Carpiquet 95km
(36-40 km) |
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| Nearest Ferry Port |
Cherbourg 45km / Caen Ouistreham 110km
(41-45 km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Doville Walkabale village 500m (5mn)
(1 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
La Haye du Puits 5km (5mn)
(5 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
La Haye du Puits (5mn)
(5 km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
La Haye du Puits (5mn)
(5 km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Glatigny or Denneville
(10 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Barneville-Carteret
(16-20 km) |
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Region
History and gastronomy go hand-in-hand in Normandy, making it a great choice if culture and fine dining are what you’re looking for in a holiday! There’s still plenty on offer besides the food and tales of yesteryear, however – you can take a tour around some of the beautiful inland towns and villages or head to the coast, where you’ll find a mixture of wide sandy beaches and rugged, romantic cliffs. If you’re not already convinced to head to one of our villas in Normandy (or maybe if you’ve already booked) you’ll find a wealth of great things to do, see and eat in our ultimate Normandy travel guide!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesBaby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- DVD
- Fenced Grounds
- Waterfront
Extras
Michel Ruel, the French cook, will prepare and serve meals (18 euros to 25 euros per person for dinner) if you wish. You just need to request his services a month before arrival through Oliver's VIP Concierge Team.
Guided tours of the historic landing beaches are available on request. There is also a telephone service available and baby-sitting can be arranged. Two hours of cleaning (mid-week) is included in the rental price.
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| Security deposit | 750 €. This is paid 4 weeks prior to arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | from 4 pm to 7 pm. |
| Departure time | 10am. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | 750 €. This is paid 4 weeks prior to arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | from 4 pm to 7 pm. |
| Departure time | 10am. |
| Energy costs included? | Included. |
| Linen & towels included? | Included. |
| Pets welcome? | Pets allowed in the groundfloor only. |
| Changeover day | Saturday or anyday of the week in low season (Octob. to April). |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Included. Please leave the property in the state that you found it. 2 hours of mid-week cleaning is also included in the price. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking in the property. |
| Insurance | It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 9 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Oct 4th 2023 - Dec 16th 2023 | £1,646 |
| Dec 16th 2023 - Jan 6th 2024 | £2,633 |
| Jan 6th 2024 - Mar 23rd 2024 | £1,810 |
| Mar 23rd 2024 - May 25th 2024 | £2,293 |
| May 25th 2024 - Aug 24th 2024 | £2,821 |
| Aug 24th 2024 - Sep 21st 2024 | £2,230 |
| Sep 21st 2024 - Dec 14th 2024 | £1,810 |
| Dec 14th 2024 - Apr 6th 2025 | £2,896 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Property Owner
Jean
How long have you owned the property?
10 years.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
I fell for the authenticity of...
Owner Profile
Property Owner
Jean
How long have you owned the property?
10 years.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
I fell for the authenticity of this sixteenth century Manor, all covered with thatch and perfectly situated in a small valley near by the river.
Are there any interesting stories in its history?
The last lord of this property- a huguenot protestant- was executed in 1597 by order of the King Henri IV for delictual crimes, he supposedly attacked 3 times the Catholic Abbey of Blanchelande.
Have you ever had any famous guests staying?
Pete Anthony, orchestrator of Night Shyamalan and P. Dewar and D. Schultz President of Loockheed Martin International.
For anyone coming to stay is there anything in the surrounding area they should...
Really do?
Visit the Landing Beaches.
Really eat?
In all the local and typical restaurants.
Really see?
Mont St Michel, La Hague, Channel Islands.
Reviews
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Great Stay at the Manoir!
Great house, plenty of bathrooms, feeling the history of the house was easy. Even though it was an old house, it was very well equipped and the owners charmed my kids. We were able to drive to all the places we wanted to visit in the region.
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Wonderful and kind owners!
Superb gite! Excellent location with links to all of Normandy.
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Outstanding service!
We would like to thank all at Oliver's Travels for what is outstanding service as always! Cheers.
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A wonderful trip
Hi, We had a wonderful trip to Normandie. Best!
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The farmhouse was fantastic
The farmhouse was fantastic, exactly as we had hoped and Monsieur/Madame Morin were extremely friendly and helpful. We will certainly use you again and recommend ... to others.
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