Title: HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea Family-friendly holiday home in Fontenay-sur-Mer ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34390000/34384300/34384248/0a970172.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34390000/34384300/34384248/9baa6e81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34390000/34384300/34384248/765669ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34390000/34384300/34384248/bfa7b6ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34390000/34384300/34384248/9daa6882.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in Normandy, Chateau de Courcy offers a harmonious blend of warmth and elegance with wood panels, mouldings, and light streaming through tall windows. Enjoy the heated swimming pool, tennis court or carp fishing in the moat. With its elegant reception rooms having double exposure and views of the sea less than 2 miles away. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 148000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Kitchen - Beach view - Fireplace - Breakfast available - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea Chateau de Courcy lies in the heart of the wild and beautiful Cotentin peninsula area in Normandy. The Chateau has a harmonious and romantic style with a succesful blend of warmth created by wood panels, mouldings and light that stream through tall windows on both sides. All reception rooms have double exposure and view of the sea less than 2 miles away. You will be surrounded by the elegance of XVII and XVIII century France - the house & gardens are listed with the National Trust without forgetting some modern comforts: Internet, WIFI, satellite TV , heated swimming pool and tennis court. Courcy castle has 6 bedrooms including two master suites with a sleeping capacity of 10 people, The estate includes the castle and an cottage with two bedrooms ; therefore the total capacity is up to 14 people maximum. The first floor , on one side the landing opens to a formal drawing room finished with louis XIV wood panneling and furniture and a magnificent fire place, leading to another drawing rooms with Louis XIII panneling , furnishing and tapestry with views to the moat, gardens and pigeon tower. The other side of the landing opens to a vast Louis XIII wood panelled dining room. A secret door leads to the breakfeast room with hand-painted panel walls. This wing also includes the Regency Bedroom with shower, toilets and hand basin. The second floor has 5 bedrooms :2 Master Bedrooms with ensuite bathroom and WC ,1 double bedroom with direct acces to a bathroom and 2 single rooms,one with shower and sink and the other with bidet and sink .There is also several separate WC. Th elevated basement contain two vast spaces : the main kitchen with stone fireplace and the carpeted 'Club Room' with its own fireplace, for playing cards , gaves and watching movies or satellite TV . The two storey cottage,100 meters from the main house , has 2 double bedrooms , a bathroom , its own complete kitchen with stone fireplace , dining area and living room. Several gardens in cludes a traditional ' jardin à la française' as well as an old vegetable garden or ' potager' converted to a rose garden .The crowing glory is the XVII century pigeon tower, once home to more than 1000 pigeon . The grounds include an open-air swimming pool ,heated from mid May to mid September, and a synthetic grass tennis court . Carp fishing in the moat is possible. Next to the castle are the staff quarters and stables. In the stables, there are several bicycles , including some for children, ping pong table , and other equipment for badmington, croquet , pétanque to enjoy on the lawns. A vintage play structure with swings is located in the vegetable garden. Several local horse riding clubs offers private hire and lessons . ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 private bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: non smoking only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Golf - Table tennis - Tennis - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 8,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106590000/106586200/106586119/18501c40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large house in Normandy with heated swimming pool and games room. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Fontenay-sur-Mer is home to this holiday home. Crisbecq Battery and Azeville Gun Battery are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bois des Hairies and Bois de l'Avallon. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby. [Visit our Fontenay-sur-Mer travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fontenay-Sur-Mer.dx3000430613) [View more Holiday homes in Fontenay-sur-Mer](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fontenay-Sur-Mer-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3000430613-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C49.49305%2C-1.31353&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fS76NFnDIm63ysRHHF6AREMn5XI=) Fontenay-Sur-Mer, Normandie ### What's nearby - Crisbecq Battery - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles - Fontenay-sur-Mer Golf - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles - Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles - Airborne Museum - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles - Utah Beach - 20 min drive - 12.0 miles ### Getting around - Chef-du-Pont-Ste-Mere Station - 17 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪E Castel Café - ‬13 min drive - ‪Le stop bar - ‬13 min drive - ‪Auberge John Steele - ‬13 min drive - ‪Domino - ‬14 min drive - ‪Les Écuries - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea ? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea located? > This family-friendly Fontenay-sur-Mer holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Crisbecq Battery, Liberation Museum and Fontenay-sur-Mer Golf. Azeville Gun Battery is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### loretta boman 19 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasant stay We spent a very pleasant week at this property. The area where it is located is quiet so be prepared to entertain yourself. We were able to procure the services of a chef arranged by the owner which was very convenient. ##### loretta boman Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [ibis Saint Nazaire Trignac](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trignac-Hotels-Ibis-Saint-Nazaire-Trignac.h24685.Hotel-Information) > > [The Originals Boutique, Hôtel d'Angleterre, Fécamp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fecamp-Hotels-Hotel-Dangleterre.h1165575.Hotel-Information) > > [Château les Oliviers de Salettes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Charols-Hotels-Chateau-Les-Oliviers-De-Salettes.h6201204.Hotel-Information) > > [Résidence Club mmv le Hameau des Airelles](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montgenevre-Hotels-Residence-Club-Mmv-Le-Hameau-Des-Airelles.h6783755.Hotel-Information) > > [Hôtel Névé](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Morzine-Hotels-Hotel-Alte-Neve.h33300192.Hotel-Information) > > [La Mandarine](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Tropez-Hotels-La-Mandarine.h5303300.Hotel-Information) > > [Au Coeur du Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Clusaz-Hotels-Au-Coeur-Du-Village.h3934412.Hotel-Information) > > [MGM Hôtels & Résidences – Résidence Chalets Éléna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Les-Houches-Hotels-Les-Chalets-Elena.h26747360.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Premier Santa Maria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/LIle-Rousse-Hotels-Best-Western-Premier-Santa-Maria.h8202593.Hotel-Information) > > [CHALET GRAND PARADIS, comfort, refinement, 7 bedrooms, cinema, SPA, near center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Megeve-Hotels-CHALET-GRAND-PARADIS.h45821662.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Club Mougins](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mougins-Hotels-Le-Club-Mougins.h1967419.Hotel-Information) > > [2 The Courtyard 4 Star Vineyard Gite](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puisseguin-Hotels-AS-Seen-ON-Channel-4-A-NEW-Life-IN-THE-SUN.h35165606.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel "Château de Sully" - Piscine et Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sully-Hotels-Chateau-De-Sully.h2239658.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Boudoir](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lectoure-Hotels-Le-Boudoir.h26785263.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Normandy Garden Pierre & Vacances](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Branville-Hotels-Village-Pierre-Vacances-Normandy-Garden.h1091979.Hotel-Information) > > [Hôtel L' Ecrin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honfleur-Hotels-Hotel-L-Ecrin.h12031411.Hotel-Information) > > [Les Manoirs des Portes de Deauville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canapville-Hotels-Les-Manoirs-Des-Portes-De-Deauville.h36126870.Hotel-Information) > > [Gite in Normandy with private and heated swimming pool.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bacqueville-En-Caux-Hotels-Gite-In-Normandy-With-Private-And-Heated-Swimming-Pool.h33471016.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Styles Ouistreham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ouistreham-Hotels-Ibis-Styles-Ouistreham.h554734.Hotel-Information) > > [Hôtel de France Bergerac](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bergerac-Hotels-Hotel-De-France-Bergerac.h14896647.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western La Mare o Poissons](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ouistreham-Hotels-Best-Western-La-Mare-O-Poissons.h3526389.Hotel-Information) > > [4 The Courtyard 4 Star Vineyard Gite](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puisseguin-Hotels-AS-Seen-ON-Channel-4-A-NEW-Life-IN-THE-SUN.h35205556.Hotel-Information) > > [La Bertelière, The Originals Relais Rouen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Martin-Du-Vivier-Hotels-La-Berteliere.h984543.Hotel-Information) > > [Auberge du vieux puits](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dieppe-Hotels-Auberge-Du-Vieux-Puits.h16295795.Hotel-Information) > > [Campanile NATURE - Alençon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cerise-Hotels-Campanile-Alencon.h1179649.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Champagne Hôtel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Champillon-Hotels-Royal-Champagne-Hotel-Spa.h536057.Hotel-Information) > > [L'Acquale](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calvi-Hotels-LACQUALE.h35280665.Hotel-Information) > > [Hôtel Alpen Roc](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Morzine-Hotels-Hotel-Alpen-Roc.h8784202.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Rouen Sud Zenith Parc Expo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Etienne-Du-Rouvray-Hotels-Hotel-Novotel-Rouen-Sud.h25377.Hotel-Information) > > [Hôtel La Tartane Saint -Tropez](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Tropez-Hotels-Hotel-Saint-Amour-La-Tartane.h913185.Hotel-Information)