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Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats.

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
9 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Meeting facility
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 204305.6 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Saint-Saëns, Normandie
  • Popular LocationSaint-Saens Golf Course7 min drive
  • Popular LocationJardin Agapanthe9 min drive
  • Popular LocationParc de Cleres18 min drive
  • AirportDieppe (DPE-Saint-Aubin)30 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.

Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats.

The main house sleeps 12/14 is 400 square metres on two floors.
(Annexe sleeps 4 more - description below) Total 16/18 guests.

In the main house there are 6 double bedrooms, 2 with an extra bed and each with ensuite bath or shower rooms . Oak beamed ceilings and fired earth tiles throughout ground floor. Fully equipped open plan kitchen, 2 sitting rooms, dining room, utility room and 2 halls. 120 square metres of open terrace with barbecue. The dining room seats 20 and the kitchen is large and efficient enough to cater for a group taking the whole house.
Satellite television, good internet connection, ping pong, pétanque, games area with football, badminton, 12m x 6m heated swimming pool and open views of the gardens and park The swimming pool is open from April to October, it is covered by a large structure allowing for swimming in all weathers.
Secluded garden and ample parking, access to 5 acres of landscaped parkland.

Linen and towels provided, the beds are prepared.
Beach and swimming pool towels not provided.
Weekly cleaning of bedrooms included.
In he main house there are, 3 double and 8 single beds with hypoallergenic latex mattresses. l please see bedroom layout for complete info.

In the annexe barn there are 2 bedrooms each sleeping 2 per room with a private sitting room. There is a shared bathroom with shower, bath and wc.

In total the property can cater for 16/18 comfortably.

Situated in a small rural hamlet 3km from the charming town of St Saëns and the magnificent forest of Eawy, the largest beech forest in Europe. 1 hour 45 from Calais, 1 hour Le Havre, 40 minutes Dieppe and clean unspoilt beaches.

Property manager

Kate Blacker

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Decking or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Unit size: 4305.6 sq ft (400 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 not indicated whether 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

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

About the area

Saint-Saens

Located in Saint-Saens, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Sculpture Garden and Saint-Nicolas d'Aliermont Clock Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mesnières Castle and Tour Jeanne d'Arc. Travelling with kids? Consider Jardin Agapanthe, or check out an event or a game at Mauquenchy Race Course. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as horse riding in the area.

What's nearby

  • Saint-Saens Golf Course - 7 min drive
  • Jardin Agapanthe - 9 min drive
  • Parc de Cleres - 18 min drive
  • Rouen Cathedral - 28 min drive
  • Dieppe Ferry​​ Port - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterolier-Buchy Station - 11 min drive
  • Rouen (URO-Rouen - Seine Valley) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Croissanterie - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Le Relais des Hayons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Le Relais Normand - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Bonne Adresse - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Jardin Agapanthe and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Parc de Cleres. Parc du Bocasse and Sculpture Garden are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable family experience with excellent host
Our family had an incredible, memorable stay in the Normandy region, steeped in history, which was based out of Kate’s lovely estate and enriched by her kind facilitation and personal involvement with the welcoming local community. We stayed in the main house, which provided ample private sleeping areas and lovely communal areas for cooking, eating, and socializing (both inside and outside) by our 11 adult family members. The highlight of our stay was meeting with some of the local residents to share remembrances of some poignant experiences from World War II, and Kate went above and beyond to help us make connections and share our stories. Kate has a wealth of knowledge about the local area and the rich history enshrined there, and we are grateful for these deep and personal connections. We will be forever indebted to Kate for her enriching contributions to our experience. We used Kate’s estate as a home base, which was well situated for exploring the greater Normandy region and returning to a tranquil spot for the evenings. The gardens are quite beautiful, and we wish we’d had more time to enjoy the pool and the grounds for playing family games. We highly recommend this estate as a wonderful gathering place for families and friends, whether it be to explore the region, enjoy a peaceful respite, or both. We would love to return to enjoy more time there. Again, we thank Kate for her warm hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
The property was ideal for the wide age range of our group with areas for relaxation and quiet and a fabulous covered pool which was popular with the children. Very well equipped and comfortable. Good communication with the host and seamless check in and out. Altogether a really great holiday venue.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Full marks
A good range of facilities in an extensive property. Maintained to a high standard. No complaints whatsoever except for the proliferation of wasps - but inevitable in the countryside in an August like this
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Holiday
A great place for a family holiday - all 17 of us! Lots of space for children to run and play - the pool was a HUGE favourite with the kids and adults. Super fully equipped kitchen and dining areas inside and out big enough for us all. Not 5-star luxury, but for converted farm buildings in rural France it was comfortable and welcoming. Thanks Kate.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Baptiste Q., Geneve

Liked: Cleanliness
Good experience in Normandie
Good experience, nice is big and convenient for welcoming many couples as rooms have separate bathroom. Summer was rainy so garden wasn't at its best state though.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jo v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House for a group.
We rented this house for 6 couples and children of varying ages. There was plenty of room for everyone - no sense of being overcrowded at all. Hardly saw the children as they spent most of the time in the pool. Good set up for mass catering.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

B W.

Family Holiday at Les Ecuries
We were courteously met by the owner Kate Blacker on our arrival and given a conducted tour of the property and grounds. All bedrooms were en suite, comfortable - bed linen and towels provided - and met the needs of our extended family. The modern kitchen in both the large and small house was well equipped. Large dining room and comfortable lounges. We were fortunate with the weather and all meals were taken on the large patio area outside the large house - bbq facilities provided. The grounds of the property were well maintained with flower beds and large areas for the children and adults to enjoy games of rounders and cricket. A highlight of the property was the heated outdoor enclosed swimming pool. Locally there were interesting villages and manor houses and forests to visit. The property is within easy reach of the channel tunnel and ferries. An exceptional location for a family holiday and thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super séjour
Nous avons passé un agréable séjour en famille dans ce beau domaine très cosy et bien équipé - la propriété se trouve dans un énorme coin de verdure tout ce qu’il faut pour décompresser - nous remercions aussi la propriétaire pour sa gentillesse et son écoute - sans problème nous reviendrons
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Eleanor F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely slice of Norman tranquility!
We had a lovely stay at Kate's place, which was ideally suited for a big group of 8 adults and 6 kids under 5. The domain in which the house is situated is superb, with lots of space for kids to play. The weather wasn't great, so the indoor covered pool was a great asset in that regard! The house itself is large and well-equipped, especially the kitchen. The floors upstairs were very creaky and the showers are a bit dated, but that was our only observation in an otherwise fantastic place. Kate herself lives on the domain, which was completely fine for our group but is something for visitors to be aware of. The barn, which has three bedrooms and separate living space, was perfect for one of our families, but is separated by Kate's house in between and is a 5 minute walk away from the main house. Again not a problem in itself, but something to be aware of if you are travelling with small children who would sleep there in the evening -- we needed a mobile app baby monitor as the signal of the normal device did not travel. Big thank you to Kate for her warm welcome and responsiveness, we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Élise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent séjour
Excellent we entre amis dans ce gite tout équipé avec un parc très agréable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022