Le Hamel Castel Residence

normandy, france
5 bedroom - 3 bath
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€190 - €310 per night (EUR)
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Perks for the Parents

This 19th century Norman stone house in Northern France boasts heaps of activities for kids and a huge garden, half an hour from the coast. It sleeps 10 (up to 7 adults). The residence is well set-up for 1 or 2 families to share, or those traveling with grandparents or friends. There’s a family-sized dining area in the eat-in kitchen but also a beautiful outside terrace and BBQ, offering a cozy eating atmosphere for family and friends as well as as several outdoor lounge chairs to relax with a drink at the end of the day.

Why Kids Love it

Both the house and the garden cater to kids of all ages. There are so many play opportunities there’s no space for them to be bored. You’ll find a crib and high chairs for little ones, as well as toys (Lego Dublo, Playmobile, Kapla, play kitchen), games and books indoors, plus outdoor amenities like the sandbox, swing, table tennis, badminton, soccer goal and kids tractor. The 100,000sqft park-like garden is surrounded by old trees and hedges, offering space to play and explore nature. Because of its remote position in the countryside, surrounded by meadows and fields, you might spot deer, foxes, pheasants and others animals as well as a fantastic starry sky after dark.

Things to Know

Minimum stay: 2 nights. There is an additional fee of 15 EUR per set per stay for towels and linens supplied. Safety notes: the house is hidden behind old trees and hedges about 150m away from the main road. In spring and fall/ winter, a small ungated pond will contain water: during the summer months, the pond will be dried out and overgrown. The stairs of the main house are equipped with gates. No parties allowed. The residence is located in a rural area so car rental is essential because there’s no public transport available. Outdoor parking is available for 3 cars. It’s around 3.5 hours from Paris.

About the Location

The house is 5 minutes’ drive from Percy en Normandy, where there are supermarkets, shops and restaurants. The region of La Manche offers a multitude of opportunities to explore and experience the beautiful natural surroundings. The World War II landing beaches are located north of the residence, about 45 minutes away. There are a variety of hiking trails, cycle paths, mountain bike trails, crossings of the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel (around 30 minutes away), horse riding or climbing tours (Suisse Normande). There are also short circular walks in the forest of the Abbey of Hambye (onsite 3D tours available) not far from the house, which are also an exciting nature experience for younger children. At the coast, enjoy the special experience of tidal fishing "Pêche à pied" (the national sport of the coastal regions) and the harbor town of Granville and seaside resorts such as Agon-Coutainville - all around 30 minutes away by car. A visit to the private zoo in Champrépus, 20 minutes away, is also worthwhile.

Accommodation Details

The house has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, set over 3 floors. You’ll find a spacious eat-in-kitchen and a living room with fireplace on the ground floor. The primary bedroom (kingsize) and a second bedroom (queensize) are located up on the first floor. Both bathrooms (with shower) are located on this floor. On the second floor, there’s a twin room and a children’s bedroom for kids ages 5+ with a set of bunk beds. A crib can be placed in the bedrooms as required. A third restroom can be found on the ground floor next to the main entrance. A fifth bedroom with a single bed is located in the annex, ideal for older kids, nanny or au pair.

Style Notes

Contemporary Normandy. The house feels bright and light, mirroring the natural surrounding countryside. Completely renovated in 2020/2021, the hosts paid attention to sustainability and longevity, be it in the selection of regional building materials, the integration of upcycled furniture (a tabletop of wood from Canadian railway wagons, old bench and antique desks), and also in terms of reducing energy and water consumption through modern electrical appliances and high-quality sanitary products. Typical elements of Norman houses have been left exposed, like the big fireplace and the stone door frames. We love the local paintings and photos of Norman artists complementing the decor, the bold reds in the bedrooms and the exposed wooden ceiling beams.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Baby Bath
  • Baby Monitor
  • Babysitter / Nanny
  • Backyard / Garden
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Bed Rails
  • Bicycles
  • Cabinet Locks
  • Changing Table
  • Chef / Catering
  • Children's Dinnerware
  • Corner Guards
  • DVD Library
  • DVD Player
  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator
  • Fireplace Guards
  • Game Console
  • High Chair
  • Housekeeper
  • Outlet Plugs
  • Parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Pool Gate
  • Stair Gates
  • Television
  • Toys / Children's Books
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Wifi
  • Window Guards
SLEEPS 10
1 king
1 queen
1 bunk bed
4 twin / single
sleeps 1
1 baby crib
Payment policy
When a host accepts your booking, we will automatically charge your card 30% of the total cost of the stay on acceptance if the check in date is more than 6 weeks away. We will send you a balance payment reminder at 6 weeks before check in and you will be required to submit your payment to finalise your reservation. If a host accepts your booking and the check in date is 6 weeks away or less, we will charge your card 100% of the total cost of the stay on acceptance.
Cancellation policy
For cancellations notified up to 6 weeks before the check in date, guests will receive a refund of any amount paid less 15% of the total cost of the booking. For cancellations notified at 6 weeks or less before the check in date, no refunds are given unless the host agrees. If a host does agree to a full or partial refund, this amount will be returned to the guest less 15% of the total cost of the booking. Some hosts will also allow a stay to be rescheduled. Guests should contact their host for further information regarding any request to change the dates of a stay.
Roderique D.
Member since February 09, 2025
Contact Host
My name is Rodérique and together with my wife Esther we’ll host you in our gîte in La Manche, Normandy. During the Corona crisis, back in 2020, we’re looking for an ideal place for our family, 7 kids, to spend time together as a family out of the way of touristic hotspots. This old farm house became our retreat since then. We hope our guests will enjoy their stay as much as we do. We’ll take care of you and your family to ensure you’ll have a pleasant stay.

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