Coeur De La Vallée
Luxury Gîte in the Bresle Valley, Normandy
About
Welcome to Coeur De La Vallée, 'Heart of the Valley'.
Our gÎte is in a picture postcard location, nestled in a beautiful valley in North-East Normandy, where you can truly relax
and enjoy the French countryside. The converted barn has recently been renovated to the highest quality, it feels exceptionally luxurious, yet homely and charming. As a British family we have embraced the stunning French character
and added a touch of English elegance. This rural retreat is an idyllic place to relax, with breath-taking views of the valley,
a spacious open-plan living area and ample outdoor space, including a terrace with barbeque and 'pick your own' herb garden. One of the absolute highlights has to be the hot tub, the perfect accompaniment to your retreat where you can unwind in a blissful, bubbly, oasis. With four double bedrooms the property sleeps up to eight guests.
Coeur De La Vallée really is the ideal place for your holiday, whether it be a family adventure, or a couples escape we
have everything to offer. The ample outdoor space and panoramic views make this a really unique and special place
to spend your holiday. With leisurely alfresco dinners in the evening you can sit back on the terrace with the firepit glowing and admire the stunning sunset. During the winter, you can snuggle up and warm your toes by the wood burner, while
you watch a film or play a board game. The property is well equipped with modern amenities throughout, including an
all important Nespresso Citiz coffee machine. Upon arrival, our guests will be greeted by Louise and shown around the property. You will be provided with an information guide and a basket of half a dozen fresh eggs from our free-range chickens.
The nature lovers will be in their element, with a bounty of wildlife to be seen, including buzzards, red squirrels, deer,
swans and hares. Our guests are more than welcome to meet our chickens and pygmy goats! Just a minutes' walk from the property is a collection of lakes which you can stroll around. If you fancy immersing yourself into the typical French
way of life, then we have a beautiful scenic route whereby you can walk to the local boulangerie to buy your fresh
baguette or croissants in the morning.
With regards to our location we are just 1 hour 30 minutes from Calais, and 50 minutes from Dieppe with easy access
from the UK. The region is rich in history and culture, with an abundance of chateaus and cathedrals to explore,
architecture to admire and typical French markets to wander round.
For more information about what's nearby please visit the 'See and Do' page.
We are here to ensure your well-deserved holiday is one to remember and cherish.
'Travel opens your heart, broadens your mind and fills your life with stories to tell.'
To book your stay please contact us via the form below or by clicking the 'air bnb' app.
Your Hosts
Bonjour! We are Ben, Louise, Kevin &
Jill (bottom to top) and we moved
to Normandy in June 2018. It's been
a dream of ours to move to France
for a few years, having visited this region several times (mostly due
to Ben's passion for carp fishing).
In November 2017 we found this property and instantly fell in love.
We proceeded to sell our home in
Kent, England and along with Louise's parents (and between us our seven pets), we moved across the channel and haven't looked back since.
We love the relaxed French way of
life, the stunning countryside and
the ease of access back to Kent to
see friends and family.
Our plot is spread over seven acres, consisting of woodland, paddocks and large gardens, plus the Bresle River runs through the proprty. We are planning on being as self-sufficient as possible, with the addition of our seven gorgeous hens for fresh eggs and our vegetable plot coming along nicely.
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With home grown produce in mind we provide our guests with half a dozen fresh, free-range eggs from our hens with more available to purchase and during harvest we offer our guests the opportunity to buy freshly picked fruit and vegetables from our garden.
Our ambition has always been to
go over and above our guests' expectations with thoughtful touches throughout the property, a warm welcome and a friendly face for any questions or needs during their stay.
Although we haven't been living in Normandy for long, we have explored the area as much as possible so that we can recommend our personal favourite places to visit, and we must say the list is extensive, there really is something for everyone here.
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Open plan living area
Welcome to Coeur De La Vallée, we pride ourselves on our attention to detail throughout the property.Comfortable seating for 8 guests
Open plan living and dining area to enjoy quality time with your friends and family.Spacious and full of character
The property is spacious but cosy, a perfect retreat.Facilities
Sleeps 8
Comprises of four comfortable
double beds and sleeps eight guests. Travel cot available.
Self-Catering Facilities
All modern amenities are available for your cooking needs, plus the added bonus of a Nespresso coffee machine.
Hot Tub
A blissfully, bubbly hot tub has
been added to the garden.
Enjoy watching the sunset or
star gazing at night while you
relax and unwind..
Free Wi-Fi
Unlimited free Wi-Fi
throughout the property. TV in the living space, and a selection of DVDs, books and board games available.
Garden
Spacious enclosed garden with panoramic views of the valley. Features a 'pick your own' herb garden and terrace for dining
al fresco.
Wood Burning Stove
During those chilly winter months, you can relax in front of the fire for the ultimate cosy night in.
Outdoor Activities
Plenty of walking routes nearby, including lakes at the rear of the property. Our location is also very popular with cyclists and anglers.
Parking
Unlimited free parking available, plus safe, secure storage for bicycles and motorbikes.
Ideal Location
Situated in a blissful valley, only
ten minutes from the nearest
town, and within easy reach of
the coast, towns and cities, and tourist attractions. Just 90 minutes from Calais.
The Bedrooms
Each one of our four bedrooms are individual, spacious and comprise of
a comfortable double bed and choice
of pillows. All rooms have a view of
the garden and surrounding fields.
See & Do
Local Amenities
We have a boulangerie within walking distance, and we are in the middle of two villages, both of which are easily reached within a ten minute drive and include all amenities you could need.
Chateaus and Cathedrals
We are located in a region where historic buildings are plentiful. Chateau d'Eu stands beautifully in this pretty town, while the Amiens Cathedral is the largest gothic structure in France.
The Coast
Our closest seaside town is
Le Tréport where you can dine at one of the many restaurants or enjoy the funicular to the clifftop.
We also have nearby Dieppe which is beautiful and hosts a large market on Saturday mornings. A little further afield we can also recommend Le Havre for its shopping and nightlife and Etretat for its unique landscape and pretty beach.
Towns & Cities
Our closest city is Amiens, which is lively and vibrant with a wide range of shops and restaurants, along with the cathedral and River Somme, it's a great day out. Rouen is a must see place, it also hosts a wide range of shops including many antiques, the architecture is wonderful and you can hire bikes to explore the city.
Villages & Towns
On a smaller scale for a more laid-back atmosphere please let us introduce you to Lyons-la-Forêt this award winning village is simply beautiful, with half-timbered houses and a covered market on Sundays. Likewise Forges-les-Eaux is not to be missed, with historic buildings to admire, a swimming pool, casino, spa, and a large forest with walking trails, it's one of our favourite places.
Leisure Activities
If the great outdoors is your passion then we are surrounded by fields, lakes and woodland. The Foret d'Eu is nearby and has many hiking trails of differing distances. Just a minutes' walk from Coeur De La Vallée is a cluster of lakes which you can walk around and you can admire them from the terrace. Or if you prefer to be on two wheels the roads are quiet, smooth and undulating with stunning views in every direction, There are many fisheries nearby too
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