Located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Regional Pottery Museum. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
Bagnoles de L'Orne en Normandie Golf Club - 39 min drive - 25.7 miles
Bagnoles de l'Orne Casino - 41 min drive - 26.3 miles
Souleuvre Viaduct - 43 min drive - 26.6 miles
Rock of Oëtre - 47 min drive - 28.5 miles
Getting around
Flers Station - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Bidault - 7 min drive
La Chaumine - 12 min drive
Le Saint Rémy - 11 min drive
Bar du Cheval Blanc - 11 min drive
Jeanniard Jacqueline - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Peaceful house in nature with fireplace and pets allowed
Detached house for those who love peace and quiet and nature (electric heating included).
Ground floor: kitchen with dining area and wood-burning stove, dining room with lounge, TV, fireplace with insert (1 basket of wood provided), shower room with WC. Mezzanine: games room with foosball table and library, laundry room, and upstairs: ST CORNIER SUR MER bedroom with a king-size electric bed (180 x 200 cm), TV, kitchenette (hob, fridge, and sink), en-suite shower room with WC. Upstairs: LE DUC DU HOUX bedroom with a double bed (140 x 190 cm), COQUELICOT bedroom with two single beds (90 x 190 cm), LA BOTANIQUE bedroom with four single beds (90 x 200 cm), bathroom (shower and bathtub), separate WC. Terrace. A 3,000 m² wooded garden with an unfenced pond, an orchard (apple, pear, quince, cherry, and peach trees), and small fruit trees (blackcurrants, redcurrants, blueberries, and blackberries). Parking. Bicycle and motorcycle storage available. Mandatory cleaning for business clients. A discovery awaits you at the edge of a peaceful haven surrounded by nature, where each season will surprise you: the Gîte du Houx.
This is a traditional stone house, completely renovated. The kitchen's bay window overlooks a lush park. Here and there, rare tree species surround the pond and stream, which provide welcome coolness in summer. A little further on, on a lawn, the traditional apple orchard offers an inspiring retreat, where nature puts on a spectacular display of colors. At the end of the day, the fireplace provides a pleasant alternative to the sun, and you can use the built-in barbecue.
Jean-Marie and Colette Dumaine, retired restaurateurs, invite you to share their family home with them, after their journey in the world of gourmet cuisine featuring wild plants in the Rhine Valley. You'll even get to sample a delicious treat from their homemade delicacies upon arrival!
Optional extras payable on site: PET SUPPLEMENT: €5 CLEANING FEE: €100
Property managed by a professional. Unless stated, services such as cleaning, bed linen, towels etc. are not included in the price of this rental. If pets are allowed (information in the advertisement), charges may be applicable. Only equipment mentioned in this advertisement are present. Equipment not mentioned are not considered to be present. Unless there is an electric charging station in the accommodation, charging electric vehicles is prohibited.
Your host : Jean-Marie Dumaine, originally from the Bocage Virois, is a star chef across the Rhine and his wife Colette was born in the cottage. The chef has been cooking with 350 species of plants for 40 years. They are based in Sinzig, a German town near Bonn. He fell in love with the region, the Rhineland, and repatriated his wife and children there forty years ago. “I've always been impressed by German rigour,” he confides with a smile.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Freezer
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Library
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Things to do
Foosball table
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)
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,615 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
16601364547
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this cottage?
This cottage is located in Tinchebray-Bocage, close to Regional Pottery Museum. Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park is also within a driving distance of 2.4 mi.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this cottage next to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Peaceful house with fireplace and garden, pets allowed?
Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a terrace.
Does Peaceful house with fireplace and garden, pets allowed have a hot tub?
No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this cottage include breakfast service?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Peaceful house with fireplace and garden, pets allowed?
Yes, every accommodation at Peaceful house with fireplace and garden, pets allowed comes with a deck.