Manoir Cotentin
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Manoir Cotentin allows you the opportunity to stay in a prestigious 17th century home in the Normandy countryside near the sea, close to wonderful beaches, Worl...
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Manoir Cotentin allows you the opportunity to stay in a prestigious 17th century home in the Normandy countryside near the sea, close to wonderful beaches, World War II memorial sites and authentic restaurants serving moules straight from the English channel.
This 4-bedroom historic residence sleeps up to 8 guests in picturesque surroundings. Dating back to the time of Louis XIII, appreciate the manoir’s exquisite architecture and refined furnishings across its graceful rooms. Wood-beamed ceilings, luxurious curtains and an abundance of natural light add to the historic elegance of the living room, the kitchen is simply gorgeous (you can even catch a glimpse of the sea from the window) whilst the formal dining room is stunning with its classic décor and artwork. Each of the four pretty bedrooms has its own bathroom – the roll top bath in one of the doubles is especially romantic.
Imagine enjoying breakfast outside on summer mornings as the birds sing. The beautiful garden and grounds are shared with three other historic residences, a unique pigeonnier, Le Cormoran, the elegant La Marine and the former stables, Hippocampe, in the south-wing of the manoir. Alongside your neighbours, the estate is just perfect for an evening stroll or moments of quiet reflection by the lawns, summer roses and stone walls.
Grab a bike and cycle to the sea, only 3.5km away, dine out in a traditional Normandy restaurant or head straight to the sandy shore. Admire the colourful beach houses facing the sea and enjoy long walks by the coast, perhaps paddling in the waves at high tide. Drive 10km south to Utah Beach for sand-yachting and visit the fascinating WWII Utah Beach Landing Museum. Discover summer horse-riding along the beach, also within a short drive.
Further north, admire the granite houses of Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue, walk along the peninsula to the Vauban Tower (a UNESCO World Heritage site) and catch the boat with wheels across to Tatihou Island with its museum, beaches and botanical gardens (you could even walk there at low tide). Barfleur also awaits for moules-frites in one of its inviting harbourside restaurants.
Closer to home, the village of Sainte-Mère-Église, one of the first to be liberated by the Allied forces, awaits with its delicious biscuit shop and weekly market showcasing the best regional specialities, not only oysters and other sea-food but also calvados, cider, Isigny butter, cream and delicious cheeses – this part of Normandy is gastronomes’ paradise!
Photography by Pascal Othlinghaus & Eric Sanders
What you should know…
- When staying at Manoir Cotentin, you share the beautiful gardens/grounds with guests from the three neighbouring rentals, Le Cormoran (2 guests), La Marine (8 guests) and Hippocampe (in the south-wing of the manoir building, 6 guests).
- The full estate can also be rented exclusively - see Domaine de l'Église.
- As is often traditional in France, the village church bells next to the Manoir ring at 7.00 a.m. and 10.00 p.m. (and every half hour inbetween for a shorter period).
- Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking.
- Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager.
Property Features
Manoir Interiors (220m2)
- Living room with fireplace and French windows leading to park
- Dining room
- Kitchen
Upstairs (low wood beams in some rooms)
- Bedroom with double bed (180x200cm) and en suite bathroom
- Bedroom with twin beds (90x200cm, can be joined as a double) and en suite bathroom
- Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm) and en suite bathroom
- Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm) and en suite bathroom (behind the curtain)
Outside Grounds
- Garden/lawn area only for manoir guests
- Shared access to parkland/estate with stone ruins, gardens, pond/canal
- Access to rowing boat on the pond
- Bikes
- Barbecue
- Parking (near entrance of estate, a short walk)
Location
About the surrounding area of Manoir CotentinOn Normandy’s Cotentin peninsula, 48km from Cherbourg ferry terminal, Manoir Cotentin is set within a beautiful estate only 3.5km from the coast. The estate is also home to Le Cormoran, La Marine and Hippocampe which are rented out separately (please enquire for pricing and availability).
The tiny nearby village has a small shop and French restaurant whilst there is another restaurant on the edge of the village and by the sea (as always, seasonal opening dates can vary). Listen out as the pretty church, next to the estate, rings its bells at 7.00 a.m. and 10.00 p.m (and every half hour inbetween for a shorter period).
Make the most of the bikes provided and cycle down the country lanes to the coast, passing farmland, waterways and marshes until you reach long stretches of sandy shore, backed by the coastal road that connects Utah Beach to Quinéville and its World War Two museum. There are several memorials and WWII sites scattered close by whilst the fascinating Utah Beach Landing Museum is only 10km by car.
Only 3.5km away, the nearby beach is wonderful for long walks, admiring the coloured houses lining the beach and a fort that played an important role in WWII. There is sand yachting further south whilst to the north, within a 10-minute drive, an 18-hole golf course is a beautiful place to tee off.
Drive north to Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue (20km) with its picturesque marina, old houses and excellent fish restaurants by the port. Keen walkers can head towards the Vauban Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage site, for incredible views or venture towards Tatihou Island with its maritime museum and botanical gardens, reached via a boat with wheels or on foot across the oyster beds in low tide.
Barfleur (27km) is also full of charm with its granite houses and delicious mussels harvested from the English channel – when in season, a lunch of moules-frites is a must!
Heading inland, the local village of Sainte-Mère-Église (6.5km), one of the first villages to be liberated by the Allied forces in WWII, hosts a Thursday morning market and don’t miss a trip to Biscuiterie de Sainte-Mère-Église for its delicious Normandy biscuits and sweet treats. The town of Valognes (18km) is home to several 17th and 18th century mansions and has a bustling market on a Friday morning.
Of course, Le Parc des Marais and its coastline offers a wealth of opportunities for walking, cycling, fishing and even river boat trips from the port in Les Ponts d’Ouve.
Further afield, spend the day admiring the maritime city of Cherbourg (48km), soaking up the charm of Barneville-Carteret (44km), visiting the historic town and tapestry of Bayeux (62km), spending time by other D-Day landing beaches around Arromanches-les-Bains (71km) or experiencing the Belle Époque ambience of Deauville (136km), reached in under two hours by car.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Ferry Port |
Cherbourg
(48km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Carentant
(20km) |
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| Nearest Airport |
Rennes Bretagne Airport/Paris CDG Airport
(210km/344km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Local Normandy restaurant
(Within 1km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Very small village
(Within 500m) |
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| Nearest Beach |
(3.5km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Just outside Sainte-Mère-Église
(7.5km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Valognes
(18km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf Utah Beach
(7km) |
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Region
History and gastronomy go hand-in-hand in Normandy, making it a great choice if culture and fine dining are what you’re looking for in a holiday! There’s still plenty on offer besides the food and tales of yesteryear, however – you can take a tour around some of the beautiful inland towns and villages or head to the coast, where you’ll find a mixture of wide sandy beaches and rugged, romantic cliffs. If you’re not already convinced to head to one of our villas in Normandy (or maybe if you’ve already booked) you’ll find a wealth of great things to do, see and eat in our ultimate Normandy travel guide!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesThe Cotentin peninsula is fantastic for families wishing to experience the authenticity of coastal France in this part of Normandy.
The beach is merely 3.5km away, ideal for paddling, splashing and swimming in high tide (although note that this stretch of coastline does not have life guards). Just back from the beach, find a little grassy play area with a slide and swings overlooking the sea.
Children who may be learning about WWII will be fascinated by the D-Day landing beach at Utah Beach only 10km away and the Utah Beach Landing Museum, not to mention a wealth of memorials, sites and other war museums dotted across this part of Normandy.
There’s a pony-club and horse-riding school within a short drive (with horse-riding along the beach for experienced riders in the height of the summer), sand-yachting near Utah and, further afield, tree-top adventure trails at Forest Adventure near Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte. Even closer, a tennis court is in the local village as well as options by Utah Beach and in Sainte-Mère-Église.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Walk to Village
- Watersports
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Bicycles Provided
Services Available
- Maid Service Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Maid Service Available
- Meal Ordering Service Available
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Maid service
- Meal ordering
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
Please see Domaine de l'Églisefor further details details on celebrating your romantic French weddi...
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Please see Domaine de l'Église for further details details on celebrating your romantic French wedding at this beautiful Normandy estate.
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
| Security deposit | €1500 charged to client’s credit card as a pre-authorisation one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 11.00 a.m. Later check-out may be possible on a Sunday - please enquire. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €1500 charged to client’s credit card as a pre-authorisation one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 11.00 a.m. Later check-out may be possible on a Sunday - please enquire. |
| Minimum stay | 2 nights. |
| Changeover day | Any day except Sunday. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| Pets welcome? | Dogs welcome on request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of €20 per pet per stay will apply (payable locally). |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs approximately between €2-10 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. |
| Other Ts and Cs | A cot and highchair are available on request. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges - the estate would usually have to be rented exclusively (see Domaine de L'Église). Stag/hen parties are not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | When staying at Manoir Cotentin, you share the beautiful gardens/grounds with guests from the three neighbouring rentals, Le Cormoran (2 guests), La Marine (8 guests) and Hippocampe (6 guests). Please see 'What You Should Know' for links to each property. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 26th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £1,133 | £1,501 | £1,869 | £2,237 | £2,973 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 21st 2024 | £1,472 | £1,987 | £2,502 | £3,017 | £4,047 |
| Dec 21st 2024 - Dec 26th 2024 | £1,767 | £2,385 | £3,003 | £3,620 | £4,856 |
| Dec 26th 2024 - Dec 28th 2024 | £1,472 | £1,987 | £2,502 | £3,017 | £4,047 |
| Dec 28th 2024 - Jan 6th 2025 | £1,767 | £2,385 | £3,003 | £3,620 | £4,856 |
| Jan 6th 2025 - Mar 28th 2025 | £1,133 | £1,501 | £1,869 | £2,237 | £2,973 |
| Mar 28th 2025 - Mar 31st 2025 | £1,359 | £1,801 | £2,243 | £2,684 | £3,567 |
| Mar 31st 2025 - Apr 29th 2025 | £1,472 | £1,987 | £2,502 | £3,017 | £4,047 |
| Apr 29th 2025 - Apr 30th 2025 | £1,767 | £2,385 | £3,003 | £3,620 | £4,856 |
| Apr 30th 2025 - May 2nd 2025 | £1,472 | £1,987 | £2,502 | £3,017 | £4,047 |
| May 2nd 2025 - May 12th 2025 | £1,767 | £2,385 | £3,003 | £3,620 | £4,856 |
| May 12th 2025 - May 16th 2025 | £1,472 | £1,987 | £2,502 | £3,017 | £4,047 |
| May 16th 2025 - May 19th 2025 | £1,767 | £2,385 | £3,003 | £3,620 | £4,856 |
| May 19th 2025 - Jul 11th 2025 | £1,472 | £1,987 | £2,502 | £3,017 | £4,047 |
| Jul 11th 2025 - Jul 14th 2025 | £1,767 | £2,385 | £3,003 | £3,620 | £4,856 |
| Jul 14th 2025 - Aug 13th 2025 | £1,472 | £1,987 | £2,502 | £3,017 | £4,047 |
| Aug 13th 2025 - Aug 17th 2025 | £1,767 | £2,385 | £3,003 | £3,620 | £4,856 |
| Aug 17th 2025 - Sep 30th 2025 | £1,472 | £1,987 | £2,502 | £3,017 | £4,047 |
| Sep 30th 2025 - Oct 30th 2025 | £1,133 | £1,501 | £1,869 | £2,237 | £2,973 |
| Oct 30th 2025 - Nov 2nd 2025 | £1,359 | £1,801 | £2,243 | £2,684 | £3,567 |
| Nov 2nd 2025 - Nov 7th 2025 | £1,133 | £1,501 | £1,869 | £2,237 | £2,973 |
| Nov 7th 2025 - Nov 11th 2025 | £1,359 | £1,801 | £2,243 | £2,684 | £3,567 |
| Nov 11th 2025 - Dec 19th 2025 | £1,133 | £1,501 | £1,869 | £2,237 | £2,973 |
| Dec 19th 2025 - Dec 20th 2025 | £1,472 | £1,987 | £2,502 | £3,017 | £4,047 |
| Dec 20th 2025 - Dec 25th 2025 | £1,767 | £2,385 | £3,003 | £3,620 | £4,856 |
| Dec 25th 2025 - Dec 27th 2025 | £1,472 | £1,987 | £2,502 | £3,017 | £4,047 |
| Dec 27th 2025 - May 30th 2026 | £1,767 | £2,385 | £3,003 | £3,620 | £4,856 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Dream place
A dream place, elegant and relaxing! Rehabilitated by professionals with talent, refinement, a lot of attention to every detail! We felt wonderful!
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Unforgettable days in Normandy
The house could not be better. Unforgettable days in Normandy. Highly recommended!
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Felt like a princess
Beautiful location, amazingly beautiful rooms, you imagine yourself in a royal palace, all rooms are finished in detail. I felt like a princess. We had a wonderful tour of the grounds and saw everything, really phenomenal here you really get value for money. The manager is a super sweet, helpful lady who can inform you well about the area and location.
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Magnifique
Lieu exceptionnel magnifique
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Beautiful estate
House adapted to accommodate a large family with very beautiful, nicely decorated bedrooms and comfortable living spaces. The whole estate is bright and calm, with beautiful gardens. The equipment is provided and in keeping with the spirit of the place. A restful and rejuvenating stay.
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A really great stay
The furnishings and fittings are simply fantastic. Embedded in the rough landscape of Normandy, you can rest, relax and unwind in this beautifully renovated manor house. The service, handing over the keys, etc. are practical and tailored to your needs. We had a really great stay.
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