Spacious Old Cottage with Play Barn and view of Chateau in Normandy Countryside | Cottage in Carrouges

4.1 (19 Reviews) | Pet Friendly 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 6 Guests

Carrouges Cottage | Spacious Old Cottage with Play Barn and view of Chateau in Normandy Countryside

3 Bedroom Cottage in Carrouges

Sleeps 5/6, 3 Bedrooms. Comfortable rustic cottage with high ceilings, oak beams and an enormous old fireplace with a very effective wood-burning stove and a beautiful barn facing the front door. The view from the back door is across the fields to the historic moated Chateau de Carrouges. The cottage has been in the family as a second home for over 40 years, with many pictures on the wall by the owner's mother and friends. Ideal for children with semi-enclosed south-facing rustic lawn to the rear, a tiny field for safe camping beside the courtyard and a beautiful old barn with table tennis between the cottage and quiet country road. The house is situated in a small hamlet, five minutes drive (10 minutes by bike) to market town of Carrouges, where there is a bakery and a good butcher/delicatessen, a small but well-stocked supermarket and several other useful shops. The cottage has central heating (electric) as well as the stove and is well equipped. Also WIFI/internet access.

Spacious Old Cottage with Play Barn and view of Chateau in Normandy Countryside is located in Carrouges. Spacious Old Cottage with Play Barn and view of Chateau in Normandy Countryside provides accommodation, featuring TV, Child Friendly, Internet, among other amenities. This Cottage features TV, Child Friendly, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Spacious Old Cottage with Play Barn and view of Chateau in Normandy Countryside has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Carrouges has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Carrouges, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

Amenities

Pet Friendly
TV
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Policies

Event Policy No parties or events

Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out Check-out before 10:00 am

Child Policy Children are welcome. note from host: play barn makes it very suitable for children

Pet Policy Pets allowed dogs only 2 total pets service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Smoking Policy No smoking

Other Policy 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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

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Reviews

Christine A. Apr 25, 2023 02:32:19 AM

Summary: The heating, hot water and wifi had not been turned on prior to our arrival so the cottage was extremely cold. Unfortunately, it was quite a cold week so we spent several days trying to keep warm while the cottage gradually heated up. It was in a pleasant area and the owner was helpful and apologetic about the above issues. Cleaning was rather basic - rather a lot of dead flies and cobwebs around though I appreciate this is always going to be an issue to some extent in a cottage of this nature. Wouldn't recommend for anyone with mobility issues or small children due to lots of steps inside and very steep open -tread staircases.

Sean R. Aug 16, 2021 08:06:40 PM

Summary: The house was charming and quaint, with a view of the nearby castle and only a short (15-20 minute) walk to the town of Carrouges. The accomodations were comfortable for our group of 6 (including two kids), and there were plenty of activities for our 4-day stay. A very calm, pleasant stay. We were able to reach the owner easily as well.

Ashley M. Nov 4, 2019 05:57:56 PM

Summary: The location was very peaceful and had lovely views across the fields to the Chateau. Rooms were clean and the house was equipped with most things you would need. A washing machine would have been useful but we got by. Unfortunately the weather wasn't great but we still got out and about. The village had everything you would need in terms of shops. I would stay here again

JEROEN D. Sep 4, 2019 06:37:00 PM

Summary: We planned for a quiet week in charming house in a small village in the French countryside, and that is exactly what we got. The garden was a good location to play, for our two small children (2 & 3 years). The nearby (20min.) outdoor swimming pools and lake were also very appreciated. We were lucky to be there during the "fête de La Guibray", with music, a parade and a very nice second hand market.

Karen F. Sep 7, 2017 11:29:14 PM

Summary: Barn Cottage is a great place to unwind and slow the pace a little. Its situation is very private with two secluded garden areas, and a beautiful view across fields to the nearby chateau. The cottage is well equipped and maintained, with a lot of rustic charm. The upstairs bedrooms were light and airy. Loved the availability of table tennis and bikes. I would certainly recommend this property, although the addition of a washing machine would be useful for families with young children. It is also worth flagging up that there is a short, but very steep descent to the lane leading to the house.

Geoff C. Sep 6, 2016 07:47:50 AM

Summary: The cottage is rustic, spacious, welcoming and well equipped, sleeping our family of 6 very comfortably. It is situated in it's own courtyard, along a short private drive and next to a very quiet rural road in a hamlet on the edge of Carrouges. It feels very private, calm and quiet. The house has it's own large garden, gravel courtyard and barn which has been set up as a play area with table tennis and swing. The neighbours are friendly, helpful but completely unobtrusive. The cottage has been welcoming visitors for several decades, as the bulging visitors book will quickly testify. It was quite obvious that many of the visitors had been many times, and that tells you most of what you need to know about the place. We were also furnished with a reassuringly comprehensive set of instructions from the owners. Carrouges itself is in the Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park and there is so much to see and do in the immediate area, beautiful walks, places of interest, villages and towns, churches and cathedrals, good food, lakes (and lake beaches for the children where they can swim, paddle and play in the sand). The beaches of the Normandy coast and Mont St. Michel are only 90 minutes away too. Although we didn't go with bikes, I imagine that it would be an almost perfect spot for a biking holiday. The roads are blissfully quiet and well-maintained! The house is surrounded by wooded farmland (bocages), with beautiful views across fields and over to wooded hills. It is situated about 1.2km from the centre of the town. There is a local supermarket, shops, baker, butcher and weekly market as well as other amenities. On the edge of Carrouges is the main tourism office for the whole of the regional park, so you will not run out of ideas if you want things to do. The house is less than half a kilometre from the Chateau de Carrouges where you can visit the beautiful grounds free of charge (there is also a tour of the chateau available, free for children and very inexpensive for adults). In summary, the cottage offers a very versatile base for holiday in a beautiful part of lower Normandy. If you just want rest, quiet, peace and space it is perfect. If you want to walk or cycle it is also well situated. There is also enough to do to keep you interested if you want places to visit and things to do with the kids. I would highly recommend it!

Sue O. Aug 21, 2015 11:20:01 PM

Summary: Lovely homely cottage with beautiful view of fields and Chateau. Plenty of space, well equipped comfy home, very private and utterly peaceful. Penny was so helpful with her instructions and providing so much information on things to do and see. This is an excellent area for cycling and walking, hardly any traffic on the roads and lots of little villages to discover. Walking into the village each morning for fresh bread and croissants started each day off brilliantly. Wifi connection was excellent for teenager. Beds were really comfortable. We played table tennis in the barn a few times in the early evenings. We really enjoyed this laid back holiday and would recommend it to anyone wanting a simple relaxing holiday

Scott G. Aug 15, 2015 07:40:12 PM

Summary: The cottage was lovely and was clean and tidy throughout. It is much bigger than it appears in the photo's and there was plenty of room for the five of us to eat, sleep and relax. The kitchen was fitted out with everything we needed to prepare our meals.The garden was very pretty and full of flowers and butterflies. The Butcher, Bakery and Supermarket in Carrouges were great for basics but we had to drive to Ferte-Mace a couple of times to do a "big shop". The lake and beach at Ferte-Mace kept us entertained with swimming and Go-karts for the whole family. The Velorail at nearby Bagnoles de l'orne is great fun for anyone looking for a bit of exercise in forest surroundings. Penny (The owner) gave really good directions and a detailed explanation of how everything worked and where things were. I would definitely recommend the cottage (and have already done so) to friends and family.

Sep 10, 2013 11:20:05 PM

Summary: Penny, the owner was most helpful from the start with her advice and guidance, as a family of 5 we had not been on holiday in France before but wanted a place to go away from the UK which didn't involve airports and which we could drive to comfortably; Normandy seemed ideal. And we were so pleased with Barn Cottage, what a delight, a previous reviewer described it as being like Britain 40 years ago and that is just how tranquil it is. We were blessed with perfect summer weather and our favourite part was relaxing in the garden in the peace of the French countryside. The air was so clean and the sky at night like black velvet. The only occasional sounds being from a small menagerie of farm animals nearby which was quite charming...we used our own bicycles and two of the owner's to ride around the nearby safe country lanes, our boys (10 & 13) enjoyed playing table tennis in the barn and we had many family tournaments! The cottage has wi-fi which worked really well and our 19 year old daughter was able to keep in touch with her friends so that was an added bonus! Would recommend to anyone seeking calm & relaxation and we will be back again!

FAQ's

Is this Carrouges cottage pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Carrouges cottage have a swimming pool?

No, this Carrouges cottage does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Carrouges cottage?

Best-rates for the Carrouges cottage starts from $85 per night with includes Kitchen, Pet Friendly, TV, Child Friendly, Internet with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is Carrouges cottage a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cottage Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cottage has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Carrouges cottage wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Carrouges cottage has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Carrouges cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Carrouges cottage indicates 1 day stay policy at this cottage. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Carrouges cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Carrouges cottage are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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