Gite for rent in Normandy countryside

Marguerite

61320 Carrouges

Nearest town: Argentan

La Gringoriere is situated 1 km from the market town of Carrouges on 13 acres of land with 3 lakes. Facilities include a Dining/Conservatory Room with seating area, grassed Play Area and Games Room. The lakes are stocked with a variety of fish and are also great for playing and swimming. The largest (around 1.5 acres) has a large shallow area for young children to use.
Marguerite ground floor consists of an open plan lounge with dining and kitchen area. There is a shower room with basin and toilet. Kitchen equipment includes gas cooker, fridge, microwave, toaster etc. There is also a cd/cassette radio provided. On the first floor there are two bedrooms, one twin and one double.
Bed and Breakfast and evening meals are also available.

Attractions

Carrouges: This small market town is only a 10 minute walk away and has many shops including 2 supermarkets, 2 bakers, delicatessen, butcher, post office, newsagent, and pharmacy. There are also 2 hotels each with its own restaurant and bar, 2 café bars and 3 further restaurants offering crepes, pizzas and traditional french cuisine. On Wednesday morning not to be missed is the market where products from the local area can be purchased.

Carrouges Chateau: 14th-16th Century red brick Chateau surrounded by a moat, magnificent gatehouse and grounds containing a splendid collection of apple and pear trees. Not to be missed is tour of the interior, entered by a drawbridge and famous for its sumptious furnishings, décor and paintings. Each summer the Chateau hosts a spectacular three-day Hunting and Fishing Festival, highly recommended for a weekend out.

Maison du Parc: A visitors centre for the Parc Regional Normandie-Maine, housed in a restored chapter-house. The centre has information about flora and fauna, walking, cycling and horse-riding.

Cider Farm: Family run business where you can sample the cider and see how it is produced.

Real Ale Brewery: English run brewery at Joue-du-Bois is well worth a visit to sample the distinctive beers.

Fishing: As well as our own lakes there are many others in the area, these can be fished with prior arrangement and a fishing day pass.

Price

July/August £280 per week
Other dates £230 per week
Bed Linen £ 5 per week per person

Pets (strictly by prior arrangement) £15 per week

Meals (Sunday to Friday) Table d’hote (4 courses plus £ 13 per person
wine and coffee) £ 8 under 10 years

Available March to November

Contact details

Julie & Trevor

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Tel. +33 (0) 233 272296

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Booking

For further information or reservation please call us on 00.33.2.33.27.22.96, email us or write to La Gringoriere, 61320 Carrouges, France.

Marguerite

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