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Magnificent Country House with private heated pool, gardens & close to beaches

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The beautiful farmhouse sat within its established grounds
Magnificent private heated swimming pool
Outdoor dining terrace
The lounge with huge Normandy open fire
A neatly made bed with plaid pillows, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Guéhébert, Normandie
  • Place, Hambye Abbey
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Coutances Botanical Garden
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Coutances Cathedral
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Magnificent Country House with private heated pool, gardens & close to beaches

La Germainiere is a superb old farmhouse that has been completely renovated and modernised to create a really lovely holiday home with enormous character.
This beautiful house with its magnificent private heated pool is the ideal place for a relaxing holiday with family and friends. The spacious accommodation can sleep up to 12 and has free wifi, bbq facilities, attractive gardens, patio with lovely views and lots of private parking. There are 6 spacious bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, lounge with magnificent Normandy fireplace; ideal for cooler evenings, flat screen TV, dining room and fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer.
The house is set in a peaceful setting, yet close to the excellent market towns of Gavray and Hambye, and the amazing unspoilt coast is only a short drive away. Beaches are quiet all year round, perfect for family and friends of all ages to enjoy.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No stag/hen parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Well behaved pets by prior arrangement £30 week
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You can bring your own linens and towels or you can provide them at an extra cost of GBP 20 / EUR 20 per person.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 428447
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: No stag/hen parties
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Guehebert

Located in Quettreville-sur-Sienne, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker and Cornille Havard Bell Foundry are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Coutances Cathedral and Château de Gratot. Travelling with kids? Consider Coutances Botanical Garden, or check out an event or a game at Lessay Raceway and Aerodrome. Snorkelling and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Guéhébert, Normandie

What's nearby

  • Hambye Abbey - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Coutances Botanical Garden - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Coutances Cathedral - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker - 25 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Saint-Martin de Brehal Beach - 25 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Coutances Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪la Baratte - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Niche - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cuisine Municipale - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ma Pressieuse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bar Chez Brigitte - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Magnificent Country House with private heated pool, gardens & close to beaches have a pool?

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

Is Magnificent Country House with private heated pool, gardens & close to beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Magnificent Country House with private heated pool, gardens & close to beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magnificent Country House with private heated pool, gardens & close to beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificent Country House with private heated pool, gardens & close to beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnificent Country House with private heated pool, gardens & close to beaches located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Hambye Abbey, Coutances Botanical Garden and Champrepus Zoo. Hauteville-sur-Mer Beach and Saint-Martin de Brehal Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dana I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful and we really appreciated the extra special touches for the holidays.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marjolein K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house and swimmimgpool

Stay was really wonderful, very convenient swimming pool, nice surroundings and an amazing garden, house is fully equipped, everything needed was there
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Beautiful house in a beautiful location

Everything we could need and close to most of the major attractions such as Mont Still Michel, Bayeux and the beaches. A truly lovely Normandy holiday with a wonderful pool and garden for the kids. Highly recommend Champereus Zoo too.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you Adam for your brilliant review of your holiday at La Germainiere. I'm so glad you loved the house and you all enjoyed your holiday so much. Sue.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of 9 have just enjoyed a great relaxing 5 day stay. We were all very impressed by the size and quality of the accommodation. The heated pool was great and well used. We found everything clean and tidy with good sized rooms and comfortable beds. The kitchen was well equipped with plenty of glasses, cups, crockery and cookware. Having a huge table and dining area separate from the large living area was much appreciated. We were provided with ample wood for the wonderful open fire in the living room. Having entry via a key safe but someone to hand close by in case of problems was ideal.All in all a great property and we would happily visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that your group had such a relaxing and enjoyable 5-day stay. It’s great to know the spacious layout, comfortable rooms and separate dining and living areas worked so well for your group. We’re especially pleased that you made good use of the heated pool and enjoyed cosy evenings by the open fire. Your comments about the well-equipped kitchen, cleanliness, and smooth check-in process are truly appreciated. It was a pleasure to welcome you all and we’d be delighted to welcome you back again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and comfortable

My family really enjoyed our time here. There is a lot of space which is a bonus for a large family group. The kids (and adults) particularly loved the pool which was deliciously warm - even when the weather wasn't. The table tennis table was in constant use. There is a homely and friendly atmosphere about the house and the location is brilliant for the many visits we made around Normandy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2024
Thank you Jean for your very kind review. I’m so glad you had a really good holiday with all the family and loved the house and the beautifully warm pool. It certainly is really well placed to explore all the attractions which Normandy has to offer. We hope very much to welcome you again. Sue
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is amazing and perfect to head to Granville and Mont St Michel. Lots of little villages around also to explore. So close to the beach by car. House size is fantastic and pool is such a fantastic added benefit to use. House could do with better fans for sleeping on hot nights in every room. Kitchen is so well equipped. We played games out the cupboard and kids played tabletennis badminton and used the bikes. We were family of 9 so house size was perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed the location, especially being close to the beach, Granville, and Mont St Michel – it's such a beautiful area to explore. We're also glad the house, pool, and all the games and equipment helped make your stay fun and comfortable for all ages. Thank you as well for the helpful feedback about the fans – we really appreciate it. We find if the shutters are kept closed in the hot weather the house keeps very cool. It was a pleasure to host your family of 9, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! Sue
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great house to stay at for a large family holiday. The rooms are spacious, and the house is very well equipped. I can't think of anything we were missing or needed!The garden is a great space to play and the pool is extremely secure ( we had a 2 year old).Definitely recommend and we intend to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2026
Hi Richard, Thank you so much for your great review! We're really pleased to hear that the house worked so well for your family holiday and that you found it spacious, well-equipped, and comfortable. It's also really good to know the garden provided plenty of space for play and that the pool's safety features gave you peace of mind with your little one. We really appreciate your recommendation and are really pleased to hear you'd like to return. We look forward to welcoming you all again soon. Best wishes, Sue
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Für Gruppen, die Ruhe suchen und Platz wünschen, genial!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mijo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour en famille dans ce gîte tout à fait adapté pour un groupe avec enfants: calme, grands espaces extérieurs sans aucune circulation. Nous avons aussi apprécié la déco rustique.La piscine est un élément essentiel de ce gîte, elle est vaste et TRES bien chauffée ce qui permet de l'utiliser même lorsque le soleil n'est pas au RDV.Les personnes qui s'occupent du jardin et de la piscine sont charmantes.Arrivée très facile.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2026
Thank you so much Mijo for your excellent review. I am so glad you had such a great holiday with your family and loved the house, pool and area. We hope very much to welcome you all again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison idéale au calme avec superbe piscine

Magnifique piscine chauffée à 28 degrés. Maison idéale pour se retrouver entre amis. Accueil et consignes données par une tres charmante dame qui s occupe de la maison. Visite du Mont Saint Michel à 1 heure de route, visite du musée Dior de Granville à 30 minutes, visite d un producteur de Calvados, Fouchard, très sympathique, rdv à prendre. Nous avons pu bénéficier d un superbe temps, idéal pour profiter pleinement de la piscine. Maison de vacances fonctionnelle.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yann t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour très agreable

Maison louée pour une dizaine d amis pour fêter le réveillon, très bon séjour, maison très agréable et bien située à une vingtaine de kilomètres de Granville et un peu moins de la cote, maison très propre, spacieuse avec un salon avec cheminée de toute beauté, Cuisine très bien équipée et spacieuse, Chambres agréables et confortables La maison est au calme dans un écrin de nature Le réseau Internet est suffisant pour rester connecté En bref une très belle expérience !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

CEDRIC L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week-end au top à la campagne

Nous avons séjourné dans cette charmante maison pour le réveillon avec des amis et des enfants. Tout correspond au descriptif fait par la propriétaire Sue. Elle est d'ailleurs très réactive ! Je conseille vraiment cette maison pour un séjour au calme à la campagne.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Hein H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and complete country house

Nice house with perfect pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful location

This house is in a stunning spot and is very clean. The pool is fabulous and the garden is lovely, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thanks Stephen for your very kind review you sent after your recent holiday at La Germainiere. I'm so glad you loved the peaceful position and enjoyed the pool and the garden so much. Best wishes Sue
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Perfect house for a family holiday!

La Germainiere House is lovely. Off the beaten track but in easy reach of plenty of interesting things. We were four generations travelling together but the house catered for us all. Grampa loved making us a cozy log fire when it got chilly. The children loved the space to play and run around. The pool area is amazing and the ping pong table was a lovely bonus. Even the weather was good for an autumn break, so we got to see and do lots of things in the area. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you Janet for your great review. So glad you all loved La Germainiere and enjoyed your break. We are pleased to hear you had beautiful weather and enjoyed exploring our corner of Normandy. Hope very much to welcome you again soon, Sue.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faith C.

Beautiful Normandie farmhouse

The beautiful farmhouse has all amenities you could possibly wish for. The house was immaculately clean, homely and very relaxing. The gardens were lovely and the pool was just perfect to cool down in the summer sun. The area is so convenient for exploring the beachside villages or local historical sires. Very enjoyable holiday, ideal for relaxing and unwinding. Would highly recommend and hope to return.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you Faith for your very kind review. I am so glad you had a great holiday in La Germainiere and enjoyed the house, gardens and pool so much. We look forward very much to welcoming you again soon. Sue
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudine R.

bonne impression

Avons passé 4 jours dans cette maison très agréable et chaleureuse. Salon très agréable et convivial, chambres et sanitaires très bien. N'avons pas pu tester la piscine puisque nous étions en décembre. Seul bémol, il faut être anglais car la majorité des indications est dans cette langue, ce qui est dommage lorsqu'on loue une maison en France.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Louis M.

Bonne impression mais

mais vous ne nous avez pas informé que la TV était uniquement en anglais, wi-fi très faible et communication presque impossible (difficile pour des enfants entre 27 et 37 ans) et manque bouilloire électrique. La maison est agréable, les parties communes (cuisine, salle à manger, salon) sont vastes pour loger 12 personnes. Nous avons à cette époque beaucoup apprécié et utilisé la cheminée.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

gill m.

Ideal for a group visit.

9 of us stayed at La Germaniere and were very impressed with the accommodation. The facilities were ideal for a group and the house is lovely - a mix of traditional and modern. The description on the website is absolutely accurate and everything was provided as we were told. We would certainly recommend the accommodation to others.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you Gill for your brilliant review of your holiday at La Germainiere. I'm so glad you loved the house and you all enjoyed your holiday so much. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Sue.
Archival

8/10 Good

Stunning property with plenty of amenities.

Very impressive frontage on arrival. Completely isolated apart from one other property nearby. The facilities were ideal for our party which comprised four young children, oldest five years old, and four adult couples. The best facility was the heated pool which was a sun trap. It was an ideal size and depth for for both adult swimming and children playing. Being surrounded by a childproof fence was another big plus. The only criticism was some of the beds were a bit lumpy and the bathrooms were shared. We did have one wet day but between table tennis, English tv, dvds, board games etc we kept adequately amused. The restaurants and sights that were recommended in by the owners totally exceeded expectations. We were unanimous in the opinion that we would return to such a beautiful house in a such a lovely setting!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
I'm so glad that you enjoyed such a lovely holiday with your family at La Germainiere and loved our stunning farmhouse and its amazing peaceful setting. The pool is always a great hit with families, particularly with young children. We too love staying there and have spent many happy holidays at La Germainiere. The beds and mattresses are checked and replaced regularly. We are over there next week so I will double check them again then. Thanks for your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you all again soon. Sue
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sue Smart - Normandy Farmhouses

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We are farmers in the beautiful Dorset countryside in Southern England. We have three children and five grandchildren. We love France and in particular Normandy. It is so easy to get to Cherbourg from Poole and it is less then a 90 minute drive to the house. We therefore go for lots of short holidays and love it there.

Why they chose this property

We have owned this holiday house since 1997 and still love its tranquil rural setting. Set amongst its own fields at the end of a ½ mile private drive, it is the most lovely relaxing holiday retreat. Built some 300 years ago, this holiday cottage has enormous character with old beams, massive stone walls and a huge Normandy fireplace. The South facing terrace catches the sun all day and is the ideal spot to enjoy an evening drink listening to the cicadas.

The magnificent 10m x 5m private heated swimming pool is situated in a peaceful setting and provides the perfect place to relax in the sun. There are lovely views over the wooded valley below. And if you fancy a change of scenery, it is a pretty ten minute walk from our holiday villa to the village of Grimesnil, where you will find an excellent bar/restaurant.

Spread over three floors, our French gite is full of period character and well-equipped for holidays with up to 12 people: we have 2 double bedrooms, including a master en suite, and 4 twin rooms that are perfect for children or groups of friends. With a huge lawn, our own pear trees and meadows all around, our holiday home is the perfect place to enjoy nature in Normandy.

What makes this property unique

La Germainiere is perfect for family holidays or celebrations with family and friends.
It is a short easy drive to the beautiful coast with so many unspoilt quiet beaches perfect for all ages.
We are surrounded by amazing restaurants including brilliant seafood restaurants for which the area is renowned.
Le Mont St Michel, D Day beaches and interesting old towns such as Villedieu-les-Poeles , Granville and Countances are all a short drive away.

Languages:

English, French
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