Delightful Self Catering Gites and B&B near Vire, Normandy

La Chambre des Abricots details

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The farmhouse at La Foucaudiere

Spring blossom

Le Pressoir

Walk along the lane in Spring

La Laiterie

La Cideraie

Summer morning mist -view from lane

View of the St Quentin church from La Laiterie

Canoeing in Suisse Normandie (30 mins drive)

An array of fresh, local produce at Vire's market

Discover the lake at Tinchebray

Kids love the zoo at Jurques (35mins drive)

Picnic by the waterfall at Mortain (30 mins)

Domfront castle (30 mins drive))

Mont St Michel from Avranche (50 mins drive)

Visit the castle at Lassay les Chateaux (55 mins)

St Fraimbault-outstanding Village Fleuri (40 mins)

Villedieu les Poeles- famous for copper (40 mins)

Christian Dior's house at Granville (1 hr drive)

Omaha Beach (1hour 15 mins drive)

Picturesque Honfleur (1hour 40mins drive)

Home description

Do you long to escape fom the demands of a busy life? Why not take a break with us here in the hamlet of La Foucaudiere in  the heart of the rolling, Normandy countryside.  Spring comes early to Normandy and the countryside is at it's prettiest. The banks along the lane are studded with violets, primroses and wild orchids and the beech trees burst into leaf. So why not come and relax in our pleasant gardens with a good book and a glass of wine and leave the worries of the world behind you.  

We offer great value B&B as well as self catering accommodation which is suitable for couples,  single guests and of course families.  Whether you are looking for a one night stop-over, a short break  or a longer stay we are happy to help you plan a visit that suits your needs.  With the owner on site there is always someone available who can help you make the most of your time whilst you are here.

If you enjoy  walking or cycling Orchard Gites make a perfect base from which to explore the beautiful countryside.  Or why not come and learn new, creative skills at one one of our Art Workshops.  We offer tuition for individuals or small groups in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere so why not get in touch to find out more.   If you love golf, the 18 hole course near Vire is highly recommended.  Put your skills yo the test on this delightful, recently extended course whilst admiring the view across the Lac du Dathee

La Foucaudiere is an oasis of calm but is located within easy reach of a wide variety of leisure activities and tourist destinations.  Nestling in the delightful bocage countryside, we are within easy reach of  the unspoilt coast of North West France and the popular destinations of  Mont St Michel,  the D-Day Beaches and  Bayeux.

All three gites are available for long term lets at reasonable rates from October until the end of March for anyone wishing to spend more time in the area.  Please contact the owner for further details.

A warm welcome awaits you here at La Foucaudiere.

Accommodation detail

La Chambre des Abricots

Dappled sunlight fills La Chambre des Abricots

Enjoy your breakfast looking out over the garden

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Formerly a hayloft, this pleasant room has a comfortable kingsize bed. If you time your stay right you can reach out and pick fresh apricots from the tree, which frames the window!

Visitors have use of the lounge with books and board games.

About the location

Situated on the border of Calvados and Orne, this restored longere farmhouse provides you with the perfect opportunity to escape from the pressures of everyday life.  We are located between Vire and Flers in the heart of the 'bocage', surrounded by the leafy hedgerows so typical of the area.

The pretty village of St Quentin les Chardonnets is 1km from here and the small, medieval town of Tinchebray with shops, bars and banks is only 4km away. The nearby towns hold regular, bustling markets, where you can sample the specialities of the region and buy an abundance of local produce.

La Foucauderie is the perfect base from which to explore the Cotentin peninsula. Destinations of interest include the D-Day beaches, Bayeux, the seaside towns of Granville, Barneville-Carteret and the world heritage site of Mont St Michel.

Alternatively, visit the the scenic area of Swiss Normandy in the valley of the Orne to the East of La Foucaudiere. Here the gorges and cliffs provide opportunities for canoeing, rockclimbing and walking.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

Activities near by

Boating, Canoeing, Cycling, Drawing and painting, Fishing, Golf, Horse riding, Kayaking, Mountain biking, Paragliding, Rambling, Rock climbing, Shopping, Sightseeing, Swimming, Walking, Water sports

See Activities and attractions for more information on nearby activities and places of interest.

How to get here

Regular flights between the UK and Dinard mean that you can be with us here in Normandy within a matter of hours.  Car hire is available at the airport and the drive to La Foucauderie is a pleasant one and a half hours.

Travel by ferry is equally straightforward. The travel times from the nearby ferry ports is as follows:

• Ouistreham:   one hour
• St Malo:           one and a half hours
• Cherbourg:     one hour and forty-five minutes
• Le Havre:         two hours
• Dieppe:            two hours and fory-five minutes
• Calais              four hours

The train journey from Paris to Vire is two and a half hours.

The straightforward journey from Vire to La Foucaudiere is approximately 15 minutes.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.