Title: A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy ## Photo gallery for A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy ![Outdoor dining - A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy (Saint Denis Le Gast)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40280000/40272200/40272125/515a435e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy (Saint Denis Le Gast)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40280000/40272200/40272125/ac35d561.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy (Saint Denis Le Gast)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40280000/40272200/40272125/db69de16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy (Saint Denis Le Gast)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40280000/40272200/40272125/0ed63c13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy (Saint Denis Le Gast)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40280000/40272200/40272125/w750h562x0y386-1f4478c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in a serene natural setting, this stone cottage offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind with log burning fires in the traditional kitchen and sitting-room, enjoy sunny breakfasts on the terrace or set up tents for overnight adventures with kids. Tennis courts and horseriding facilities are nearby. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy A complete getaway. A stone cottage set between farm and fields, this house offers peace and calm in a beautiful natural setting. The terrace is a perfect place for sunny breakfasts of croissant from the local boulangerie and candlelit suppers or card games with only the occasional cow for company. Traditional stone kitchen and sitting-room with log burning fire create a relaxing environment. The garden is great for kids to play football, table tennis, badminton and set up tents for overnight adventures. There are tennis courts and horseriding facilities nearby and amusement parks with go-karting, skating, trampolining, laser quest, treetop climbing and rides. Soft sandy beaches are a 20 minute drive away at Brehal and Granville. Historic places like Mont Saint Michel, Bayeaux and the Normandy landing beaches and museums provide interesting day trips. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Bicycles - Foosball table - Table tennis - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Parasailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 ## Similar properties ![Comfort Triple Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1222800/1222702/2321f8b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brit Hotel Saint Malo - Le Transat La Madeleine-Bellevue - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 452 reviews £51 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=1222702&PinnedHotelID=1222702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/894500/894487/d50843a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Domaine du Limonay, The Originals Collection Saint-Meloir-des-Ondes - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 343 reviews £74 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=894487&PinnedHotelID=894487&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1400000/1397600/1397585/d60238ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hôtel Oré Château-Malo - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 298 reviews £66 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=1397585&PinnedHotelID=1397585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1787500/1787497/f2060c6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Logis Hôtel la Grassinais Saint-Malo La Madeleine-Bellevue - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 191 reviews £74 includes taxes & fees 4 Mar - 5 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=1787497&PinnedHotelID=1787497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4928200/4928170/de40c2c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Crystal Dinard, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western Dinard - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Parking available - Business services 8.4 Very good 163 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=4928170&PinnedHotelID=4928170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=40272125&PinnedHotelID=40272125&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=40272125,1222702,894487,1397585,1787497) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 GBP 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property A Traditional Cottage in Normandy A charming traditional cottage in Normandy A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy Saint-Denis-le-Gast ## About the area Located in Saint-Denis-le-Gast, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker and Coutances Cathedral are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Velorail of the Vallee de la Vire and Port of Granville. Travelling with kids? Consider Champrepus Zoo and Coutances Botanical Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Saint-Denis-le-Gast travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Denis-Le-Gast.dx6126147) [View more Holiday homes in Saint-Denis-le-Gast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Denis-Le-Gast-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6126147-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%7C48.94746%2C-1.30953&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dBC6Z2nL-740oj0PnVKQF0gy02g=) Saint Denis Le Gast, Manche ### What's nearby - Hambye Abbey 11 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Cornille Havard Bell Foundry 20 min drive \- 12.3 miles - Champrepus Zoo 20 min drive \- 12.4 miles - Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker 20 min drive \- 12.7 miles - Saint-Martin de Brehal Beach 26 min drive \- 15.6 miles ### Getting around - Folligny Station 22 min drive ### Restaurants - la Baratte 12 min drive - Le Sportif Café 13 min drive - Amed 11 min drive - Les Ga (rs) melles 9 min drive - Crêperie du Mini Golf 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy? ### What time is check-in at A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy? ### What time is check-out at A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy? ### Where is A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A charming, traditional cottage in Normandy Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 50 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### julie d. 25 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice break in the countryside We had a lovely stay, very quite and peacefull in the countryside, but only 20 to 30 minutes from the coast, 50 mins from saint mount micheal, really worth a visit, Nice large house for a family stay, everything is included in including games for the kids, books and lots more, really enjoyed our time there ##### julie d. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### LINDA T. 21 Sept 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy #### Staying in early September 2023 The house looked full of potential but unfortunately in reality it proved to be internally dirty and outwardly completely unloved. What appeared to have ample storage cupboards were cluttered and full with no room for our provisions. Third bedroom carpet was horribly stained by leaking en suite shower. En suite Shower room on first floor had black mould between floor tiles with a dirty stained shower mat. Wooden kitchen draining board was slimy with black mould in grooves. Dirty kitchen sinks. Garden very overgrown with dumped rubbish. Not Dog friendly as advertised. Barbecue was badly cracked and looked unsafe to use. Drive and stoned parking / social area had many ingrowing weeds. The only plus was clean towels and clean bed linen. We left early as we felt as if we were camping every day. ##### LINDA T. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Virginia H. 9 Aug 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy House was lovely very spacious. Lots of bathrooms which is good for a large family. Everything worked comfortable beds. Owners we're very helpful if we had a problem our questions..Very good location would go back ##### Virginia H. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick L. 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Only one word: Wonderfull ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4e94a45a-b42d-4269-845b-29ce8f70dcca-1755339064918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b10b4979-90c9-46cd-ab9a-95f1c7725eee-1755339060882.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5487df70-8f0e-49d6-9dfc-fd63ff76f4b0-1755339067417.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Patrick L. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A superb location and relaxing stay Brilliant house with lovdly setting just a fabulous place for a truly french holiday with amazing views and great places to visit The local boulanger was truely phenomenal a real restful time ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veronique F. 31 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house We had an excellent stay at the house. Everything was great, and the house was well organized. Thank you ##### Veronique F. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elke K. 20 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family house We felt very welcome in this nice and spacious house. Love to come back someday! ##### Elke K. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy M. 30 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a pleasure to stay at this delightful property and it was a true lay memorable experience. From the moment we arrived we feel in love with the house and its enchanting charm. The cottage perfectly embodied the rustic Beaty of the region, making it an ideal retreat for the family. We love the region and although the cottage was remote and peaceful, it was conveniently just a short drive to stunning beaches and amenities. The cottage was well equipped with all the essentials, making our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We quickly realised we had overpacked for the trip, we will definitely travel lighter next time, as many of the items we brought along, were available in the cottage. The garden was fantastic to keep both me and the kids entertained throughout our sta. with swing ball, tennis, table tennis and bikes.We loved every minute of our stay and cannot wait to return, we strongly recommend. ##### Tracy M. Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mary D. 9 Jul 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Nice location A house on a beautifull and calm location. But nearby everything you need as a baker, butcher and supermarket. Also there are nice villages nearby. Friendly contact ##### Mary D. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcus M. 11 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a perfect place No complaints, nothing but love for this place. We loved the kitchen, the beds slept well and the property was just as scenic as could be. Host was great as well. Thanks again ##### Marcus M. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah R. 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family trip to France with Normandy adventure We all agreed this house was one of the most memorable and wonderful aspects of our trip to France. This quintessential French country house accomodated our family of 8 so very well. Thank you for your hospitality and helpful tips for the area (we visited the boulangerie twice as bread, wine, and cheese make great picnics!) ##### Deborah R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucia L. 6 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second time It was our second time visiting this spacious cottage, and it won't be the last. ##### Lucia L. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine R. 4 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy house in Normandy We had a very nice holiday in this house. Handy location for visiting the whole of the Cotentin. No major problems. Thanks to Tom and Sophie for thir quick replies to my questions. The xmas tree was up when we arrived which made us feel at home immediately! ##### Catherine R. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jim B. 17 May 2023 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Not what we expected Overall the house was tired and old. Upstairs satisfactory. Downstairs kitchen. The oven burnt everything and the hob was uncontrollable to put to low temperature. The kitchen equipment old. There were no instructions for white goods. The electrics by the TV were exposed socket and dangerous . The house was dark and cold and we had to contact the owner for instructions to use the heating. The dustbin had wet old rubbish in so we couldn’t put refuse in bags in it and it smelt. Garden was overgrown and unkempt. ##### Jim B. Stayed 14 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Faisal B. 21 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Super endroit pour toute la familleNous y retournerons ##### Faisal B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### beatrice m. 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Week end famille Nous avons profiter du sejour pour aller a Jazz sous les Pommiers. Maison au calme, chaleureuse et bien située. ##### beatrice m. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laetitia L. 5 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Un gîte très accueillant il s agit de notre 2 eme séjour ds ce gîte et nous comptons mettre une option pour Noël 2025 ##### Laetitia L. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jurgen V. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gezellig vakantiehuis Vakantiehuis groot genoeg voor het hele gezin.Een aantal keren buiten kunnen eten op het terras. Er zou binnen en buiten wel eens grondig gepoetst mogen worden. Binnen veel spinnenwebben en stof. Afzuiging boven het fornuis is heel vettig. Buiten is er een grote tuin,maar er zou dringend moeten gesnoeid worden. De tuin heeft niet meer de uitstraling van in de advertentiefoto's. terras.Mooie omgeving, 25 minuten van de zee ##### Jurgen V. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Boris B. 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### École de parapente Calme et bien aménagé ##### Boris B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### HERVE A. 22 May 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Très bien pour un groupe qui cherche un truc sympa et pas cher. Attention manque un grand frigo Beaucoup de belles balades dans un rayon kilométrique raisonnable ##### HERVE A. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annaig L. 12 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Une maison parfaite. Un week-end prolongé entre amis, super! Une tres bonne communication, un accueil parfait ! On reviendra ! ##### Annaig L. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bérengère M. 7 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Séjour agréable Maison charmante et bien tenue. Echanges faciles avec les propriétaires. Nous reviendrions avec plaisir. ##### Bérengère M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Cedric j. 20 Aug 2023 Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Maison normandes Très jolie maison, dommage un peu vieillotte avec toutes ses moquettes pas très hygiénique surtout dans une des salle de bain. Avec cette petite inondation qu on a eu qui nous a vallu la condamnation d une des chambres avec cette forte odeur d humidité. Par ailleurs un petit tri de la part du propriétaire sur tous les produits et nourritures périmée dans les placards et sur les étagères dans la cuisine serait plus approprié. Avec un peu plus d entretien sur tout le site y compris l extérieur se serait une location idéale. ##### Cedric j. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Magali D., Ebly 24 Jul 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacances famille amis Cottage très calme, rustique comme on adore. Bien situé par rapport aux visites ##### Magali D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon H. 17 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Week-end en famille Très agréable pour une famille, De nombreux jeux à disposition. Sophie et Tom repondent facilement à vos questions et feront l'effort de traduire en français si besoin. ##### Simon H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ---