Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside
The fairy Mare is a small cottage for 2 to 4 people. Built in an old barn adjoining the owners' home, this place invites you, among other things, to discover the heritage built in earth and stone clean marshes Cotentin and Bessin, whose traditional techniques have been used to restore the property , dated about 1800.
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION At the entrance to the peninsula of Cotentin, Gorges is a small village, located between the landing beaches (25 km), Cherbourg (50 km) and Mont Saint-Michel (90 km). The cottage has the amenities of many small towns around: Périers (10 km), Carentan (14 km), The Hague-du-Puits (15 km), Coutances (25 km), Saint-Lô (35 km) ... A grocery tobacco bar with bread is located in the village, 2 km from the cottage, open Tuesday to Sunday from 7:30 to 20:30. For England, La Mare aux Fees is an important stop, near the Cherbourg car ferry (50 km), to reach Paris, Brittany or the South of France.
ATMOSPHERE The fairy Mare is in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of Cotentin marshes and Bessin, a real natural treasure opening on both sides of the sea: in the bay of Veys (facing the islands of Saint-Marcouf) to the east, to the haven of Saint-Germain and the dunes of Créances to the west. At the turn of the road is the splendor of manor farms in stone and "mass" (earth), while the water, the land and the sand offer a vegetation of rare species and a rich and precious fauna.
DESCRIPTION OF THE GITE On the ground floor: 1 living / dining room with 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, 1 kitchenette. Upstairs: 1 bedroom with 1 double bed, 1 bathroom with bath, separate toilet. 1 baby bed + 1 extra bed 1 person can be made available. The cottage has a parking space and has its own private courtyard surrounded by greenery, with barbecue and garden furniture. At the back of the house, the owners' garden is accessible to tenants: you will discover the "fairy pool", and a ping-pong table is left at your disposal. Only small animals are accepted (small dogs, cats).
EQUIPMENT Fridge, oven, microwave, 4 hotplates electric, washing machine, coffee maker, electric kettle, toaster, small television, iron and ironing board, drying rack, raclette on request. Baby equipment: baby bottle warmer, high chair, baby's cot, baby bath. Private courtyard, barbecue, garden table, ping-pong table, private parking.
TO DO Beaches (20 km), nudist beach (20 km), sailing (25 km), sand yachting (15 km), ballooning, parachuting, aerodrome (19 km), river walks, boat trips (15 km), golf ( 12 km), swimming pools (14 and 25 km). Hiking, biking (around the cottage and many marked trails throughout the region), horseback riding, trailer, with a donkey Cotentin (11 and 17 km), canoeing (25 km), tourist base (12 km ), fishing in the river, pond and sea (around the cottage).
TO HAVE Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel (90 km), Bayeux Tapestry (40 km), discovery area of the Cotentin and Bessin marshes (14 km), landing beaches and museums (23 km), peninsula Hague (40 km), Tatihou island (50 km), parks and gardens throughout the department, manors, castles, churches, abbeys, abbeys (from 2 km), typical villages around the cottage, arts and crafts and local products (from 3 km), museums of art, history and other curiosities (from 10 km), local restaurants and seafood, animal park (43 km), ornithological reserves (around the cottage ), marsh and bog around the cottage.
PRICE Prices include electricity, including heating in winter, and bed linen. Are optional (payable on arrival): - Towels: available for rent for € 5 per person (1 large and 1 small towel). - The final cleaning: if you do not want to do the cleaning on your departure it will be charged 35 €.
STAY TAX At the price of the stay is added a tax collected on behalf of the Community of Communes West Coast Center Manche and the County Council of the Channel of 0.55 euros / night / adult.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Frequently asked questions
Is Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside?
As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside on 20 June 2026 start from AU$105, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of La Haye-du-Puits Tourism Office, Lessay Raceway and Aerodrome and Centre Manche Golf. D-Day Paratrooper Historical Center is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) away.
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Gorgeous gìte in a very quiet location. Only sounds are a few cars and tractors. Audrey is very welcoming vVery relaxing, lovely gardens. Really enjoyable stay.
Le logement est idéal pour 2 personnes. L'arrivée et le départ ont été très simples. La propriétaire est très sympathique. Il fournit une richesse de matériel d'information bien développé, des cartes de randonnée et des guides de randonnée. C'était des vacances très agréables
Découverte des marais et d'un style d'habitat propre aux alentours de Carentan à partir d'un gite très joliment décoré permettant d'accueillir deux personnes en plus, le tout à un prix beaucoup plus raisonnable que sur la côte.
Gîte vraiment charmant, maison joliment aménagée avec beaucoup de goût et fraîche même en pleine chaleur. Les jardins sont superbes et bien équipés. Séjour très agréable avec une hôtesse accueillante et discrète. Nous y reviendrons très certainement pour mieux découvrir les environs de cette belle campagne, bien située dans le Cotentin.
Hébergement fidèle à l'annonce, très complet en matériel de cuisine, de nettoyage, tv, Wi-Fi, guide de bienvenue très complet.Très bonne literie. Nous reviendrons. Merci AudreyHôtesse très réactive.
Location très bien située, propriétaire très agréable. Gîte idéal pour découvrir la région
Marie F.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good
Bernard P.
15 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication
Petit logis sympa
Le gîte nous servait de pied à terre pour visiter cette region de Normandie. Nous y restions très peu de temps. Gite très propre, au calme. La propriétaire très gentille et disponible aux besoins .
Pour les amoureux de nature et de randonnées, c'est un lieu idéal.
Situé au milieu du département, c'est aussi pratique pour visiter le Cotentin et l'ouest du Calvados.
L'équipement du logis est parfait, et le petit jardin également pour profiter de l'extérieur, ainsi que le parking devant la porte très pratique.
Très joli petit gîte, avec un joli jardin, une petite terrasse privée, super propre ,matériel en super état ,une dame hôtesse pleine de gentillesse ,deux jours de poses en vrai moment heureux .encore merci à notre hôtesse .
2e séjour cette année dans ce gîte chaleureux, au calme. Tout y est pour se sentir chez soi ! Rien à redire.
Une propriété impeccable, tout confort.
Merci pour le cadeau d'accueil et ce séjour agréable très représentatif de la région.
Magnifique petit gîte, accueillant, chaleureux, propre, bien équipé et au calme à 2 pas des Marais du Cotentin
Je recommande à 100% .
Un cadeau d'accueil de la région très apprécié.
Très l'aise de s'installer et très propre . L 'accueille très sympathique , c'est très calme. Ça me donne envie de revenir. À réserver ma prochaine passage . Merci pour tous .
Die Unterkunft liegt mitten in der Natur und doch zentral auf der Halbinsel. Idealer Ausgangspunkt um zu Sternfahrten aufzubrechen! Wir können eine vorbehaltlose Weiterempfehlung geben!
We enjoyed our stay at this small Gite adjoined to the owner's house set amongst the fields. The Gite has it's own parking place and a small enclosed garden with table and barbecue. A great base for exploring the D-Day beaches and museums (car essential). A double bed upstairs and a sofabed in the lounge for extra guest.