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| Manoir
de Bellauney
Languages: English Credit cards not accepted - cash only please Département:
Manche (50)
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| Definitely a dramatic and powerful group of buildings, the Manoir de Bellauney is not your typical French country house. Instead, this impressive structure dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries, is now the home of Monsieur and Madame Jacques Allix-Desfauteaux and a unique resting place on your journey through France. It is a true Norman manor house, situated near the splendid coastline of the Cotentin Peninsula of Normandy. A former manorial home and in the same family for more than a century, it was built on the ruins of a monastery destroyed by the troops of Edward III in 1346. During World War II, the home became the quarters of the commander of the German occupying forces. Sensitively restored by its present owners, today it is an inviting chambres d'hôtes that retains its historical qualities. A warm reception is given visitors by their host and hostess, Monsieur and Madame Allix-Desfauteaux. The guest wing of the residence offers its own private entrance and a cozy salon for relaxation. The bedroom accommodations are on the first floor and are enchanting, each decorated in a different period in French history and all open over the park with its palms, centuries-old trees and meadowland. From the Medieval and Louis XV guest rooms to the most interesting 19th century Normandy-styled room, the furnishings, fabrics and comfort are all sure to please. Guests may take advantage of the many footpaths throughout the grounds. For those inclined to more energetic pastimes, a game of pétanque might be appealing or they are welcome to borrow some cross-country bikes to explore the region. Families or groups of six people might enjoy a self-catering holiday; the Allix-Desfauteaux offer their Gîte Margency just a few miles north of the Manoir. Utah Beach is only about 33 kilometers to the east. Exploring the historic villages along the coasts (both east- and west-facing) of the peninsula is pleasurable and easy from your home base at Manoir de Bellauney. Time spent at this refined family home will be enchanting and very special, and guests will be sure to take home memories to cherish for years to come. |
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2 doubles with en suite bathrooms/showers: Normande € 55 and Medieval
€ 75. Suite Louis XV with en suite bathroom/tub
and Salon for three people € 100.
Breakfast is included. Dinner: not available at the manoir -- good restaurants are in Valognes, about 3.5 kilometers from Tamerville, as well as in the many coastal villages nearby. Pets not accepted. Gîte Margency - 19th century house with 3 double bedrooms, bathroom, 2 WCs, fully-equipped kitchen and dining room. Outside: closed courtyard with garage, barbecue, ping-pong. Perfect for 6 people. Located half way between Cherbourg and St Vaast La Hougue. Visit the owners' web site at the top of this page for photos, pricing and details. Open all year. Open
April
1 until November 1.
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Directions:
From Paris: A13-E46 to Caen where it becomes the N13-E46, from this point proceed 96 kilometers. Exit at Valognes onto D902 direction Quettehou. In 3.5 kms, Manoir is signposted on left. From St-Lô: N174 direction Carentan to N13 direction Valognes. At Valognes turn right onto the D902 and follow above directions. From Cherbourg: N13 to Valognes to D902. Proceed as above. Airport:
Cherbourg Belvédere 17 kilometers.
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