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HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea

HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea

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8.0 out of 10 Very good
8 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14743 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Fontenay-Sur-Mer, Normandie
  • Popular LocationCrisbecq Battery4 min drive
  • Popular LocationFontenay-sur-Mer Golf7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSainte-Mere-Eglise Church14 min drive
  • AirportCaen (CFR-Carpiquet)68 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Chinese Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Cottage Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Cottage Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Directoire Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Haute Epoque Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Jacques II Bedroom

1 King Bed

Plum Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Regency Bedroom

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Chinese Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Cottage Bathroom

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Directoire Bathroom

Shower only

Jacques Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Plum Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Regency Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Twin Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea

Chateau de Courcy lies in the heart of the wild and beautiful Cotentin peninsula area in Normandy. The Chateau has a harmonious and romantic style with a succesful blend of warmth created by wood panels, mouldings and light that stream through tall windows on both sides. All reception rooms have double exposure and view of the sea less than 2 miles away.
You will be surrounded by the elegance of XVII and XVIII century France - the house & gardens are listed with the National Trust without forgetting some modern comforts: Internet, WIFI, satellite TV , heated swimming pool and tennis court.

Courcy castle has 6 bedrooms including two master suites with a sleeping capacity of 10 people, The estate includes the castle and an cottage with two bedrooms ; therefore the total capacity is up to 14 people maximum.

The first floor , on one side the landing opens to a formal drawing room finished with louis XIV wood panneling and furniture and a magnificent fire place, leading to another drawing rooms with Louis XIII panneling , furnishing and tapestry with views to the moat, gardens and pigeon tower.

The other side of the landing opens to a vast Louis XIII wood panelled dining room. A secret door leads to the breakfeast room with hand-painted panel walls. This wing also includes the Regency Bedroom with shower, toilets and hand basin.

The second floor has 5 bedrooms :2 Master Bedrooms with ensuite bathroom and WC ,1 double bedroom with direct acces to a bathroom and 2 single rooms,one with shower and sink and the other with bidet and sink .There is also several separate WC.

Th elevated basement contain two vast spaces : the main kitchen with stone fireplace and the carpeted 'Club Room' with its own fireplace, for playing cards , gaves and watching movies or satellite TV .

The two storey cottage,100 meters from the main house , has 2 double bedrooms , a bathroom , its own complete kitchen with stone fireplace , dining area and living room.

Several gardens in cludes a traditional ' jardin à la française' as well as an old vegetable garden or ' potager' converted to a rose garden .The crowing glory is the XVII century pigeon tower, once home to more than 1000 pigeon .

The grounds include an open-air swimming pool ,heated from mid May to mid September, and a synthetic grass tennis court . Carp fishing in the moat is possible.

Next to the castle are the staff quarters and stables. In the stables, there are several bicycles , including some for children, ping pong table , and other equipment for badmington, croquet , pétanque to enjoy on the lawns. A vintage play structure with swings is located in the vegetable garden.

Several local horse riding clubs offers private hire and lessons .

Property manager

Jean Gatellier

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 29
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 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

About the area

Fontenay-sur-Mer

This holiday home is located in Fontenay-sur-Mer. Crisbecq Battery and Azeville Gun Battery are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cotentin and Bessin Marsh Regional Natural Park and Bois des Hairies. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Fontenay-Sur-Mer, Normandie

What's nearby

  • Crisbecq Battery - 4 min drive
  • Fontenay-sur-Mer Golf - 7 min drive
  • Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church - 14 min drive
  • Airborne Museum - 14 min drive
  • Utah Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Chef-du-Pont-Ste-Mere Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar de l'Hôtel de Ville - 7 min drive
  • Le Stop Bar - 13 min drive
  • Bistrot 44 - 14 min drive
  • Le Normandy - 14 min drive
  • Brasserie le Normandie - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HIstoric XVII century castle in Normandy next to the sea located?

This family-friendly Fontenay-sur-Mer holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Cotentin and Bessin Marsh Regional Natural Park and Crisbecq Battery. Liberation Museum and Fontenay-sur-Mer Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Very good

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

loretta boman

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay
We spent a very pleasant week at this property. The area where it is located is quiet so be prepared to entertain yourself. We were able to procure the services of a chef arranged by the owner which was very convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jean Gatellier

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Born and Bred in France, I studied in France and the USA (Stanford University long long time ago) lived for 10 years in Australia and am now back permanently in France . This house , in the family for more than 100 years , was my childhood summer home and a normal summer day would includes : tennis, sailing or water skiing, golf or horseback riding

Why they chose this property

A mixture of History and modern confort .XVII century furniture but wifi in each room . Beautiful gardens, national trust listed but with swimming pool & tennis court

What makes this property unique

In the country but next to the sea, Lots of space but never overwhelming . Lots of sports activities possible but also tons of book to read .

Languages:

English, French
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