Orne holiday cottage: Aubry-le-Panthou

Beautifully restored farm cottage in delightful countryside setting

Orne cottage rental - Walnut Cottage
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Description Cottage, 85 m²,
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5, 2 Bathrooms
Facilities rural, garden, terrace, internet access, satellite or cable
Rates per property (GBP)
£70 - £80/night 
£300 - £450/week 
Paul Pontone and Chris Moss
+33 (0)233-395502
(0)203-2391968
Speaks: English, French, Italian
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Photos and Description of this Orne holiday cottage Superbly equipped 2 bedroom cottage, sleeps 4/5. Terrace, wood-burner.

Walnut Cottage is a delightful two-bedroom gîte set in rolling countryside close to the peaceful hamlet of Aubry-le-Panthou. The cottage has been beautifully restored and is tastefully done out and supremely comfortable, with two good-sized, well-appointed double (or twin) bedrooms, both of which are on ground level making the property suitable for elderly people and those with some mobility difficulties. Living accommodation is designed in a U-shape; the main entrance leads through to a superbly equipped kitchen, then to a dining area with patio doors giving onto a private terrace, and finally to a lovely cosy sitting room with a wood burning stove. The cottage is stylishly designed to combine up-to-date comforts with traditional character, and many original features - including sloping ceilings, heavy beams and exposed stone - have been retained, while the décor throughout is fresh, light and homely. Attention to detail is first-rate making Walnut Cottage the perfect home from home.
Orne cottage rental - Walnut Cottage

Walnut Cottage
Orne cottage rental - Sitting room

Sitting room
Orne cottage rental - Bedroom One

Bedroom One
Orne cottage rental - Dining area

Dining area

Location: Orne in France

Nearest Airport: Paris at 200 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: Le Havre or Caen at 70 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Argentan at 20 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: A28 Junction 16 Gacé at 15 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 60.0 Kilometres
Car: necessary
Walnut Cottage is a delightful two-bedroom cottage, superbly located in lush green countryside in Normandy's striking Pays d'Auge. The cottage is perfect for a peaceful get-away, ideal for couples and their friends seeking a restful break away from the hustle and bustle. But, though you may be tempted just to kick off your shoes and unwind, there's much to see and do in the local area and the gite is equally well-suited to families looking for fun activities to keep the children amused. Heritage lovers will enjoy fascinating châteaux, fortifications, gardens and war memorials, while the beaches - including the moving landing beaches - are just a scenic drive away. Monet's Garden, Rouen, Mont St Michel and Paris make for wonderful day-trips, while fishing, horse riding, paint balling, bungy jumping, canoeing and go-karting will tempt any adrenaline seekers. With an extensive network of quiet lanes and footpaths to discover, the cottage is also an excellent base for walkers and cyclists.

Availability for this holiday cottage rental in Orne, France

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Rental Rates for this holiday cottage in Orne, France

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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend
Night		 Minimum Stay
Autumn 31 October 2009 - 18 December 2009 £300 £70 £70 3 Nights
Christmas 19 December 2009 - 25 December 2009 £450 - - 1 Week
New Year 26 December 2009 - 01 January 2010 £450 - - 1 Week
Winter into Spring 02 January 2010 - 26 March 2010 £300 £70 £70 3 Nights
Easter 2010 27 March 2010 - 16 April 2010 £350 - - 1 Week
Spring 2010 17 April 2010 - 14 May 2010 £300 £70 £70 3 Nights
Early summer 15 May 2010 - 25 June 2010 £350 £80 £80 3 Nights
Summer 26 June 2010 - 23 July 2010 £400 - - 1 Week
Summer peak 24 July 2010 - 27 August 2010 £450 - - 1 Week
Summer 28 August 2010 - 03 September 2010 £350 - - 1 Week
Late summer 04 September 2010 - 22 October 2010 £300 £70 £70 3 Nights
Autumn half term 23 October 2010 - 29 October 2010 £350 - - 1 Week
Autumn 30 October 2010 - 17 December 2010 £300 £70 £70 3 Nights

Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified (British Pounds), before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.

Additional information about rental rates

  • Rates include all linen and towels plus a welcome pack of essential items and local products. Rates do not include electricity which is metered and charged at current EDF rates (normally minimal in summer). We ask for a 100€ security deposit on arrival.
  • We ask for 25% deposit at the time of booking with the balance payable six weeks before the date of your holiday.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday cottage rental in Orne, France

Property Type:
  • cottage (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 85 m²
Location Type:
  • rural
Theme:
  • away from it all
  • family
General:
  • towels provided
  • central heating
  • linen provided
Kitchen:
  • dish washer
  • oven
  • freezer
  • microwave
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove
  • fridge
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 5 people
Dining:
  • dining area
  • highchair
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Extra large shower
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Bath with Shower
  • Bedroom one has an en suite bathroom with a large walk-in shower, washbasin and WC. Bedroom two is next to the family bathroom: with four sharing, this bathroom could be exclusive to guests sleeping in Bedroom 2; with five, the bathroom is used additionally by those guests sleeping in the lounge.
Bedrooms:
  • 2 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 5 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Large Double Bed
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Large Double Bed
  • The cottage has two good-sized and well-appointed double bedrooms, both of which are on the ground level, making this property suitable for elderly people and those with some mobility difficulties. With a bedroom at either end of the cottage and two bathrooms (one en suite), Walnut Cottage has also been thoughtfully designed to suit families or couples who like to holiday with friends but retain their privacy. Bedroom one is located in the oldest part of the cottage and has low ceilings, exposed beams and an en suite shower room. Bedroom two - at the other end of the cottage - is equally comfortable and prettily done out, and has patio doors leading onto a terrace overlooking the garden and neighbouring horse paddocks. Bedroom two is next to the family bathroom. Both bedrooms can be set up as either doubles (both with kingsize beds) or twins according to your individual needs, and an extra bed and/or cot can be added if required.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • DVD
  • stereo system
  • audio tape player
  • radio
  • CD
  • satellite or cable
Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access
Outside:
  • child's swing
  • garden
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • 4 garden chairs
  • 4 deck chairs
  • 4 bicycles
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • long term rentals available
  • non smoking only
Local Activities:
  • fishing
  • swimming
  • horse riding
  • walking
  • cycling
  • mountain biking
  • tennis
Notes: Set within our grounds of nearly four acres, there's plenty of space for children to run around (please note there are two ponds near the main house), plus a collection of garden games (badminton, pétanque etc.) and playground equipment. The cottage is surrounded by farmland with excellent walks direct from the house and with an extensive network of quiet lanes and footpaths to discover, the gîte make for an excellent base for walkers and cyclists. On your private terrace you will find comfortable garden seating, parasols, loungers and barbecue equipment. The terrace overlooks beautiful countryside, neighbouring horse paddocks and, of course, a walnut tree!

Further details for this holiday cottage rental in Orne, France

Walnut Cottage at La Pognandière : Take time out in the beautiful Pays d'Auge to discover breathtaking countryside, historic towns, sleepy villages and delicious local cuisine. Walnut Cottage is the perfect base for families or friends seeking a relaxing self-catering holiday or short break away from it all. The cottage - a restored farmhands cottage - is beautifully set in extensive grounds at La Pognandière, and though it is entirely independent and completely private, your hosts Paul & Chris live in the main house and are always on hand should you need them. Additional accommodation is available on a B&B basis in the main house, which has three spacious, well-equipped and supremely comfortable letting bedrooms. Walnut Cottage guests who want to be pampered can pre-order a wonderful buffet breakfast in the main house (subject to availability and extra charge).

The History of La Pognandière: The main house at La Pognandière is a striking and traditional red-brick maison bourgeoise set in nearly four acres of grounds on a hillside known as La Pognandière. Dating from the 19th century, the house was formerly the residence of the village mayor, Victor Boisson, and his wife Adéline. She had previously been married to Joseph Polidor Pogniand, and it is from him that the name La Pognandière probably derives. Victor and Adeline's son Joseph also lived here and, when his father died in 1899, he became France's youngest ever mayor at the age of just 25. He was to serve for a record 60 years and wrote a short book about the German occupation of the village in the Second World War, containing many references to the house and its outbuildings. Close to the scenes of bloody battles in 1944, it is clear that the house saw a good deal of action and a number of artefacts - including a North American dagger, a German rucksack and ammunition boxes - have been unearthed in the grounds.

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Reviews for this holiday cottage rental in Orne, France

Rating
5 out of 5

Walnut Cottage Home from Home

Liz & George United Kingdom
Review Submitted: July 9, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009
With over 20yrs experience of staying in french gites, our first stay at Walnut Cottage 2008 was one of our best. The high standard of the accommodation, its cleanliness, comfort and the very high level of equipment, especially the Sky TV and Wifi, together with the welcome and help given by Paul and Chris made it the perfect holiday.

We returned again in 2009 and were not disappointed. Going back was like visiting old friends. Nothing is too much trouble for Paul and Chris but neither are they intrusive. The area itself is full of interest with lots to see especially the Normandy Beaches and Bayeaux which should not be missed and a visit to Honfleur is well worth the trip. However, I wouldn't rush to visit Camembert! For more relaxing days you can enjoy the very private garden, perfect for sitting in the sun or reading or just enjoy one of many nearby walks to observe some of the local wildlife (foxes, deer, hare). There is no lack of good local restaurants and bistros and Paul is only too happy to recommend or book a table if needed.

We have already decided to return again in 2010 because the Cottage and the area offer us everything we look for in a holiday. An added bonus is that although we live in York we can do the journey easily in the day (via the Tunnel).

We have no hesitation in recommending Walnut Cottage to anyone who particularly enjoys a high standard of accommodation and is looking for a mixture of visiting places of interest together with peace and tranquility.
Owner's Response: Thank you Liz and George. It's always a pleasure to see you and we look forward to your next visit in 2010. We agree about Camembert, although it's perhaps worth having your picture taken by the village sign just to prove you've been there! For cheese tastings, one of the local farms or the excellent museum in Livarot are perhaps more rewarding. But then most guests prefer the cider tastings and we can't imagine why!

We love recommending good places to visit and eat as it means we have to savour them first. Hopefully, as an ex-reviewer for the Which? Travel publications and Holiday Which? magazine, my judgement is pretty sound!

It is very rewarding to receive such positive comments about the standard and cleanliness of Walnut Cottage; Chris has the aim to present the cottage to guests as though they are the first guests to stay here. It appears from Liz and George's comments that we are still achieving this aim.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Highly recommended

Gill F London, UK
Review Submitted: September 16, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
You don’t often return home after a week away and feel like you’ve been gone a fortnight! But our recent stay at Walnut Cottage was such a relaxing and enjoyable experience that we returned home feeling utterly chilled.

The cottage is set deep in the countryside and away from busy roads, which makes it peaceful in the extreme. The only sounds we heard were from horses several fields away. Ahh lovely!

The cottage is very cosy and has all the mod-cons you would ever need. You can park right outside too which makes loading and unloading a doddle.

The welcome pack left by our hosts Paul and Chris was very generous and typifies their attention to detail, which sets Walnut Cottage apart from other holiday homes we’ve visited.

Nothing was too much trouble for them and they went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed to make our stay a memorable one. But they also gave us advice on the best places to visit, the best restaurants (and those best avoided!) This is invaluable advice when you’re only away a week and haven’t got time to make mistakes.

The only mistake we made was not discovering Walnut Cottage until now. But we won’t be making that mistake again and have already booked up for next year.

See you soon guys!
Owner's Response: And we're so glad you found us! Thanks Gill & co for your wonderful review and we look forward to seeing you again in August 2010!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Walnut Cottage, La Pognandiere - excellent!

Melly Moo Crowborough, East Sussex, UK
Review Submitted: August 26, 2009 Date of Stay: April 2009
We arrived to an extremely warm welcome from our hosts Paul & Chris. Even their dog Lucy seemed pleased to see us! From the moment we arrived nothing was too much trouble. We walked into the most immaculate accommodation we have ever experienced throughout our many years holidaying in France. It was modern, clean, airy, well-equipped and beautifully furnished.

Walnut Cottage is a holiday cottage far superior to any we have experienced. The attention to detail was superb and Paul & Chris, with their tourism backgrounds, are experts in the customer service field and know exactly what people are looking for on their holiday and they certainly go that extra mile to make themselves stand out from their competitors.

I would recommend this property without hesitation, however I am slightly cautious that once word gets out and people get to experience it themselves, it will never again have availability!

We explored the landing beaches but also enjoyed the closer, more quaint villages and towns. It is a peaceful and quiet area and the perfect place to relax and unwind from the normal pressures of everyday life.

The children were made to feel very welcome and enjoyed the wonderful space around the cottage to burn off energy. They were very sad to leave although I know, without question, we will return within the next 12 months.

You won't regret booking Walnut Cottage at La Pognandiere and, if you get a chance, ask to see their beautiful B&B too!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Our Holiday 2009!

Longbow South Yorkshire
Review Submitted: August 16, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
Although the photographs and description of the cottage were good, We dont think they did this property justice! It is a magnificent cottage, maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness with every item you could desire for your stay included - everything was thought of.
The cottage is very tastefully decorated to a high standard and comfortable.
Excellent customer service appears to be the norm for these owners - nothing was too much trouble. Very approachable, helpful and knowledgeable about the local area and amenities.
We would recommend this property whole-heartedly to anyone wanting a quiet retreat in Normandy - a real home from home! We travelled with 2 children who loved the area and the cottage. The gardens are fantastic and a haven for local wildlife - watch out for the woodpeckers! We will definately be back!
Yvonne, Dale, Amy & John (AKA Robin Hood)
Owner's Response: Thank you very much for this positive feedback. It is heartening to learn that having seen our website and photographs before your visit your expectations were high, but that even these were exceeded and the cottage proved to be more beautiful in reality. It is true that Walnut Cottage is a delightful gite in a lovely setting and photographs cannot really do this justice.

As for the wildlife, we have been fortunate to see pine martens, wild boar, dormice, red squirrels, deer and foxes in the garden, in addition to the wonderful bird life. Of course we also have a host of aquatic life around the ponds, including frogs, newts and fish, though these are slightly depleted since the arrival of a majestic but predatory heron lats week. Now we know why the heron is called the shark of the skies!

We look forward to seeing you again next year!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Perfect gite for a relaxing holiday

Helen, Steve and Rachel Worcester, UK
Review Submitted: July 21, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009
The gite is extremely clean and well equipped, and Paul and Chris are the best hosts - very welcoming and deservedly proud of their home.The little extras make such a difference, and the effort that Paul and Chris go to to ensure that your holiday is enjoyable is appreciated.
We went on the Tunnel, and it is about a 4 hour drive to get there, but it is a lovely journey.
This is rural France, where little English is spoken, and you get a taste of the 'real' France!
The area has lots to offer, and we still have many more places to visit. We shall be returning in 2010.
Owner's Response: Thanks for this lovely feedback and we look forward to seeing you again in 2010.

Helen, Steve and Rachel are fish enthusiasts and witnessed the release of three koi into the old 'lavoir' during their stay. Unfortunately, one has since escaped and another was killed by our cat, Zara, but we plan to get a few more to replace them. We've also just added a pond-side deck where guests can relax and unwind, and watch the antics of the goldfish, newts, frogs and our latest addition, six grass carp. Hopefully they'll be nice and big by the time Helen, Steve and Rachel return in 2010!
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