| Bedrooms: |
Large master bedroom with double bed and antique pine furniture.
Twin bedded room.
Single room with guest bed under.
Small TV lounge/childs bedroom with wooden cot/junior bed.
There is a sprung (double) bed settee in the lounge. |
| Bathrooms: |
A shower room with a separate toilet is situated on the ground floor.
An automatic washing machine is positioned in the shower room. |
| Kitchen: |
There is a well equipped breakfast kitchen with gas cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, electric kettle and toaster. |
| Living Rooms: |
A comfortable and newly decorated living room with a rustic stone fireplace and antique pine furniture. There is a large dining table and 2 settees (1 of which is a sprung bed settee).
French doors lead onto a balcony with steps down to the garden. |
Cleaning/towels/
linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen are provided but please bring own bedding for the cot. The price includes all fuel charges and cleaning at the end of your stay. |
Notes on accommodation
Rene is not a gite, it is our family home in France and is therefore furnished and equipped to a very comfortable standard. Many 'personal touches' provide character and charm. Comments made by guests in our visitors book show how much they have appreciated the house and its situation (see separate section).
Amenities/Facilities provided
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- tv,
- central heating,
- room fans,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- pets accepted
Outside
The French windows from the lounge lead onto a balcony running cross the back of the house. The view from here is delightful. Steps lead down to a south facing patio enclosed by a stone wall. A real sun trap! Sun loungers are provided along with a patio table and chairs. Further gardens lead off the patio down to the stream.
Coast/Beach
Balleroy is situated just 30 minutes drive from a wide range of beaches and coastal walks. There are many fine sandy beaches in the area as well as pretty coastal resorts and harbours. The house is conveniently situated for visits to all the 'D' Day landing sites and war memorials.
Golf
There is a fine golf course situated at Omaha, 30 minutes from the house.
Travel
The property is easily accessible from Caen airport (20km away), and from Normandy ports (45 minutes drive from Ouistreham, and 90 minutes from both le Havre or Cherbourg.) A car is recommended to explore the richness of the area but all essential supplies are available on foot in the village.
Distances
This part of Normandy is rich in natural beauty and sites of historical interest. Bayeux with its tapestry is just 15 minutes away and there are numerous 'D' Day landing sites nearby. The 17th century chateau in the village is open to visitors along with its museum of ballooning. The forest provides endless opportunities for walking and cycling. Historic castles associated with William the Conquerer and Henry V can be found at Caen and Falaise and the Abbey of Cerisy le Foret is a delight.
Further details
Balleroy has only 600 residents but it is well served with shops and amenities. There are two boulangeries, a boucherie and charcuterie and a nice little supermarket all within easy walking distance of the house. The Post Office has a cash point and a telephone kiosk. The highly acclaimed 'Manoir de Dome' restaurant is less than 5 minutes walk away.
Booking notes
A £100 deposit is required at the point of booking with the balance payable 6 weeks before the start of your holiday. Payment can be made by cheque, bank transfer or Paypal.
A separate security payment of £100 is required which will be returned to you at the end of your stay as long as the house and its contents are left in good order.
Guest comments
'Beautiful home' (from Mr and Mrs Cameron USA. 'Well equipped and well positioned for a variety if days out.' (Mr and Mrs Birch Essex).
'We will come back' (Mr and Mrs Jones, Staffordshire.
'A beautiful place and a lovely house.' Mrs Erdington, Manchester.
'Cosy, would love to come back.' The Addisons.
'Thanks for letting us stay in your house. We can't thank you enough. It was brilliant and we had a great time. The village and surrounding country side are gorgeous. The house was in a prime location for what we needed. Not far from Bayeux and within easy driving distance of all the D-Day memorials, cemeteries etc. I would certainly recommend anyone visiting Normandy to contact you.' A Blenkley.
'A beautiful place and a lovely house. Thank you very much for allowing us to use your lovely home.' Hogston.
Owner profile
About the owner
We live in England with our two daughters and a menagerie of animals. Dave is a Vicar and I am a part-time Headteacher and a Homeopath.
Why the owner choose a property in Bayeux
We have always loved France and bought the property in 2002. We love Balleroy because it is so "French" and so easily accessible from either Caen or Cherbourg. There is loads to see and miles of beautiful coastline. 'Rene' is comfortable and homely, and we love the garden and the open views from the back of the house. Everything is so unspoilt across there, lots of wide open spaces and clear skies.
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