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La Bourdonnerie - Maisons de Vacances ID58
Manche, NORMANDY, France.

Bob Wardell
La Bourdonnerie Maisons de Vacances 50430 Vesly Manche Normandy France

Tel: 0033 233473561
Fax: 0033 233473561
labourdonnerie@tiscali.fr
www.a-break-in-normandy.com

Set in 3 acres of landscaped grounds 45 minutes from Cherbourg, La Bourdonnerie is a quaint, fully restored non-working farm in Normandy. Choose the holiday cottage that suits you: Le Lavoir, Le Pressoir, La Vacherie, La Lapiniere All of our cottages have recently been converted to the highest standard to offer the discerning holiday maker quality accommodation with all the modern conveniences, combined with the old world charm of traditional Norman surroundings. Our gite complex is situated in the heart of the picturesque Cherbourg Peninsula amidst the rolling green Normandy countryside, only a short drive away from glorious Cotentin beaches of fine, white sand.

• FARM NEAR BEAUTIFUL SANDY BEACHES
• RELAXING
• PEACEFUL

The Cotentin Peninsula is famous for its green pasture land, hedges, cider apple orchards and of course its beautiful coastline which varies from chalk cliffs in the east to huge sandy beaches in the west. We are situated in the heart of the Cotentin and Bessin Marshlands Regional Nature Park, ideal for walking, cycling, bird watching and other outdoor pursuits. The nearest sandy beaches are 10-15 minutes drive away and include St.Germain Plage and Pirou Plage, which have good facilities and are part of the vast stretch of safe, unspoilt sandy beaches and dunes that form the West Coast of the Cotentin peninsular. Try any of the numerous side roads to the west coast and there will always be another glorious beach to surprise you. Many of Normandy's tourist attractions are within easy reach by car, Coutances ancient town & cathedral - 20 mins, Bayeux tapestry - 55 mins, Cherbourg hypermarkets & Cite de la Mer- 45mins, Granville boutiques & marina - 50 mins, Mont St. Michel town & monastery - 90 mins, Hambye Abbey - 40 mins, Barfleur romantic fishing port - 50 mins, Cap de la Hague stunning cliffs - 40 mins, Barneville Carteret & Portbail quaint coastal resorts and gateways to Jersey - 20 mins and the D-day beaches, Utah Beach war museums & cemeteries - 30 mins etc. Throughout the year there are numerous flea markets, antique fairs, village fetes and music festivals in the area, including the famous Lessay Agricultural Fair on the first weekend of September and the Coutances Jazz Festival in May.

The 300 year old character Norman farmhouse Le Lavoir; the cosy detached holiday home Le Pressoir; the spacious and comfortable gite La Vacherie; or our new and most luxurious gite La Lapiniere All of our cottages have recently been converted to the highest standard to offer the discerning holiday maker quality accommodation with all the modern conveniences, combined with the old world charm of traditional Norman surroundings.

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Situated in a courtyard setting in the peaceful Normandy countryside, only a short drive away from beautiful sandy beaches, La Lapinière forms part of our small lovingly restored non-working farm. The living area covers approximately 130m² on two floors. The ground floor is laid out as a large, light and airy open plan studio with exposed beams and an imposing ornamental fireplace. The lounge area is furnished to a high standard including 3 comfortable sofas. It is equipped with a 70 cm colour TV with British and French terrestrial TV (BBC 1, BBC2, ITV (Channel Isles) and Channel 4), digital satellite TV (non scrambled English language channels), DVD player and mini music centre. The central dining area includes a large farmhouse dining table with seating for eight. The kitchen area features a modern fitted kitchen and rustic breakfast bar equipped with gas cooker, fridge, freezer, dish washer, washing machine, microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee machine and a washing machine. The ground floor is ceramically tiled throughout. The first floor is approached via an enclosed central staircase leading to a spacious balustraded landing. The master bedroom features a double pine bedstead with pine wardrobe and glorious views onto the fields beyond. There is a safe. The en suite shower room includes a shower, toilet, bidet and washbasin. Off the landing is a bathroom with modern white bath tub, toilet and washbasin. Next to it you will find the children's bedroom with 2 bunk beds with views onto the courtyard. The second double bedroom also features its own en suite shower room with beautiful country views. All three bedrooms and the landing are fully carpeted.

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Situated in a courtyard setting in the peaceful Normandy countryside, only a short drive away from beautiful sandy beaches, Le Lavoir forms part of a small lovingly restored non-working farm. The accommodation covering approximately 130 m² comprises: Ground floor: A large comfortable lounge featuring exposed beams, stonework and a large open fireplace. The room is furnished to a high standard including comfortable sofa, easy chairs and antique furniture. It is equipped with British and French terrestrial TV (BBC 1, BBC2, ITV (Channel Isles) and Channel 4), analogue satellite TV (non scrambled English language and German Channels) and a DVD player. Across the hall, the focal point of the house is the spacious rustic dining room, formerly the kitchen, with its huge Inglenook fireplace housing an antique Godin Colonial wood burning stove. The room also features exposed beams and stonework. It is sympathetically furnished with an antique Oak dresser, bench, table and chairs. Next to the dining room you find our quaint galley kitchen equipped with oak cabinets, tiled work surfaces, gas range, fridge, freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee machine and a washing machine. The is also a downstairs toilet and wash basin. The ground floor is ceramically tiled throughout. The first floor is approached by a large central staircase which leads to two good sized double bedrooms with lovely views onto the character courtyard, one with feature stone fireplace, a small single bedroom and a modern bathroom with a white Victorian suite including bath, hand basin and toilet. There are polished wooden floors throughout.

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Situated in a courtyard setting in the peaceful Normandy countryside, only a short drive away from beautiful sandy beaches, La Vacherie holiday cottage forms part of a small lovingly restored non-working farm in the Cotentin. The accommodation covering approximately 110 m² comprises: Ground floor: A comfortable lounge featuring exposed stone walls is furnished to a high standard and equipped with British terrestrial TV (BBC 1, BBC 2, ITV (Channel Isles) and Channel 4, French TV, analogue satellite TV (non-scrambled English language and German channels.), a Video Cassette Recorder and combined CD, Tape & Tuner stereo. There is a Godin Colonial wood burning stove set in a traditional stone fireplace. Adjoining the lounge you will find a generous kitchen/dining room. The appliances in the fitted kitchen include a gas cooker with extractor hood, grill, fridge, freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee machine, dish washer and washing machine. There is a large pine farmhouse table with adequate seating for eight. A pine staircase leads you to the first floor with a small utility room below. First floor: Spacious bathroom with a modern white suite including toilet, hand basin and bath, an adjacent smaller shower room with toilet, hand basin and shower. There are two large double bedrooms with lovely uninterrupted views over the adjoining rolling fields. Ideal to witness glorious sunsets. The small bedroom with a bunk bed is most suitable for two children. All three bedrooms feature exposed `A´ frames and fitted carpets. There is a cot. All rooms have electric heating. Bed linen is provided*, but customers need to supply their own bathroom and kitchen towels and cot linen if required Outside: To the west the property has its own private garden equipped with garden furniture and a BBQ. Guests are also welcome to use for quiet enjoyment the large gravelled character courtyard, bordered by a gently flowing stream, with flower beds, seating areas and agricultural implements that we have collected and restored over the last few years. Children will enjoy the company of our small collection of feathered and furry friends.

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Situated in a courtyard setting in the peaceful Normandy countryside, only a short drive away from beautiful sandy beaches, Le Pressoir forms part of our small lovingly restored non-working farm. The accommodation covering approximately 90m² comprises: Ground floor: A comfortable lounge featuring exposed beams and stripped stone window and door surrounds furnished to a high standard including 2 comfortable sofas, equipped with British terrestrial TV (BBC1, BBC2, ITV (Channel Isles) & Channel 4), analogue satellite TV (non-scrambled English language & German channels), a Video Cassette Recorder and CD, Tape & Tuner stereo. English books, magazines & video tapes. Pine staircase to first floor with guest toilet below. The lounge leads to a generous kitchen/dining room. The appliances in the modern fitted kitchen include; gas cooker, fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee machine and a washing machine in the small attached utility room. The dining area is sympathetically furnished with an antique pine dresser, bench, table and chairs. First floor: Spacious bathroom with white suite including bath, hand basin and toilet. Bedroom 1 with exposed `A´ frame and exposed stone wall is a generous double bedroom with a lovely view of the character courtyard. Bedroom 2 is a smaller bedroom with two single beds (1m x 2m each). There is a cot. There are polished wooden floors throughout All rooms have electric heating. Bed linen is provided *, but customers need to supply their own bathroom and kitchen towels and cot linen if required.