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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 460 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Explore the area
Saint-Aubin-de-Terregatte, Normandie
Brittany American Cemetery
Place, Brittany American Cemetery
8 min drive
Ange Michel Amuseument Park
Place, Ange Michel Amuseument Park
11 min drive
St. Gervais Basilica
Place, St. Gervais Basilica
16 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
FOXES FARM GITE, NEAR MONT SAINT MICHEL, PERFECT COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT TO RELAX IN
Charming 18th century farmhouse with all the comfort of a modern home. Situated in a rural quiet hamlet in Saint Aubin De Terregatte it is a short 20 minute drive to the world famous Mont Saint Michel and only 10 minutes from the historic towns of Saint James and Ducey. Both Ducey & Saint James have some lovely bars, bistro's and restaurants, plus shops, supermarkets chemists all the amenities you could need.
This is the perfect place to get away from the noise, rush and stresses of every day life. Our guests love the quiet location to unwind and to relax in the stunning countryside with it's far reaching views over Normandy. Foxes Farm is suitable for all your holiday needs, whether it is sight seeing, family fun at the beech or relaxing on the terrace with a glass of wine. This rural retreat is perfect for visiting Mont Saint Michel and historical Avranches, Saint James, Ducey to name just a few places.
The self catering gite offers a self service check in facility via a key code box. The gite is fully independent and exclusive to you.
The beautiful gite is a renovated farm house over 400 years old. There are two gites on site.
This gite sleeps four people, with one double bedroom and one twin bedroom all located on the first floor. Both bedrooms have black out curtains for that perfect nights sleep. Each bedroom has their own private shower room with toilet shower and wash basin.
The base price is for two people sharing one double bedroom, a charge of €10.00 per night per person is added for guests 3 and 4 who will have the twin room which has two single beds as shown in the photographs.
No smoking within the house but you can smoke outside in the garden.
Not suitable for babies or small children
Maximum of two dogs allowed, sorry no cats allowed. The owners have 2 dogs which is kept in a private fenced garden.
The price is ALL INCLUSIVE of, water, electricity, cleaning, internet, satellite English / Anglaise TV, French is also available on the new 48"/ 120cm TV. Free parking and free WiFi. Bed Linen and bathroom towels are included in the price.
A small amount of wood is supplied for the log burner and more wood can be purchased if necessary direct from the owners for a small charge. This is not normally needed especially during the summer months.
Local attractions to discover include Saint James, Beautiful beaches, Brittany American WW2 Cemetery, Ducey, Avranches, Mont St Michel, Pontorson, Saint Hilaire De Harcouet, Dol-de-Bretagne and Fougeres are all within an easy drive.
Or for the more adventurous Alligator Bay is only 15 minutes away and there is Ange Michel family adventure theme park is a hidden treasure only 10 mins drive away.
If you want to go further a field this includes the D-Day landing Beaches, Caen, Beyeux, Granville, Saint Malo, Dinard and Rennes, to name just a few.
Theme = Countryside, Historic, Peaceful Away From It All, Romantic good for families and couples with lots of tourist attractions only a short drive away.
We Offer in General - (You need to be able to climb stairs to access the bedrooms, the bedrooms are located on the first floor) French and English TV Available with a Large 48" flat screen LCD TV Hair Dryer Bed Linen Provided Heating Open Plan Living /Dinner Kitchen Internet Private Courtyard Parking Iron & Ironing Board Towels Provided Outside Clothes Airer
Lounge / Dinning Room Dinning table for 8 people Comfy seating area in lounge French Terrestrial Channels & English Television via Freesat box on a LCD large 48" TV DVD Player Traditional Normandy log Stove and Granite Fireplace
Bedrooms Both bedrooms have their own private fully en-suite bathroom. Bedroom 1 has a double bed and lovely views over the back garden and rolling countryside Bedroom 2 is a twin room with two full size single beds with view over the front courtyard and fields Both bedrooms have black out curtains.
Both bedrooms have a private en-suite bathroom facilities, which comprise of a large shower enclosure, toilet and hand made bespoke designer washbasin and stand. Our guests love that they have their own private bathroom attached to each bedroom.
Garden Large garden fully fenced off Patio / Terrace area Gazebo Table and chairs Sun loungers / lounger chairs BBQ
Attractions and Places Of Interest Mont St Michel Ange Michel Alligator Bay Local Beaches and D-Day Landing Beaches Museums and monuments Chateaus American War Cemetery German War Cemetery Cinema Market Towns
Leisure Activities Cycle routes Fishing Restaurants/ Bar/ Cafes Beach combing Sight Seeing Swimming Go-karting Bowling Walking / Hikers, bikers, riders can ride through the trails along rivers and lakes: Autogyro or Ultralite trike over Mont Saint Michel
Local Services & Businesses ATM/Bank Chemist Hospital Supermarkets/Groceries Local markets Launderette Medical Services Restaurants / Bistro/ Cafe's.
Ferry Ports / Airports and time to the drive to Foxes Farm. St Malo = 1 hour drive La Harve = 2 hours drive Caen = 1 hour 20 minutes drive Cherbourg = 1 hour 40 minutes drive Roscoff = 2 hours 30 minutes drive
If you have any questions, please send me a message. Thank you for looking at my gite.
Hosted by Catherine Fox EI
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Guests are not allowed to smoke in the house. Please only smoke in the garden and dispose of cigarette ends in the ashtray provided. Thank you
We don't charge a cleaning fee but we ask you to leave the gite in a clean and tidy with the dishes done and bed linen stripped. Thank you
All bins emptied and taken out to the black bins on the front courtyard. All Exterior doors must be locked when leaving the building. Thank you
Important information
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number 83470277100017
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is FOXES FARM GITE, NEAR MONT SAINT MICHEL, PERFECT COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT TO RELAX IN pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at FOXES FARM GITE, NEAR MONT SAINT MICHEL, PERFECT COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT TO RELAX IN?
As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FOXES FARM GITE, NEAR MONT SAINT MICHEL, PERFECT COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT TO RELAX IN on 1 June 2026 start from NZ$178, 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 FOXES FARM GITE, NEAR MONT SAINT MICHEL, PERFECT COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT TO RELAX IN?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at FOXES FARM GITE, NEAR MONT SAINT MICHEL, PERFECT COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT TO RELAX IN?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at FOXES FARM GITE, NEAR MONT SAINT MICHEL, PERFECT COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT TO RELAX IN?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is FOXES FARM GITE, NEAR MONT SAINT MICHEL, PERFECT COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT TO RELAX IN located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Ange Michel Amuseument Park, Brittany American Cemetery and Mont Saint-Michel Bay. Labyrinthe de Miscanthus de la Baie and Saint-Hilaire Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Wonderful location, we enjoyed our stay as a family at the foxes farm. A lot of nature around, Catherine and Shaun were very friendly and always available when needed. CU again soon.
Achim F.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2025
We would love to see you again. It was a pleasure to host your family.
Thank you for your wonderful 5 star review of Foxes Farm Gites in Normandy
Everything was wonderful, just as described and maybe even a little more! Highly recommended.
Barbara S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review of Foxes Farm gites. We are delighted that you had such a lovely holiday. We will forward to seeing you all again soon
A very well equipped Gite. Everything one needs for a comfortable stay. A very peaceful location.Wide choice of good restaurants in nearby Avranches, along with electric car charging points at the two Carrefour supermarkets.
Michael F.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2025
Thank you Michael for the wonderful 5 star review of Foxes Farm. We are delighted that you both had such a good holiday. You are welcome back anytime.
We spent a wonderful time (17 days) at a wonderful place with wonderful hosts.
The cottage is part of an old traditional farmhouse from the 18th century that the hosts have rebuilt and renovated all by themselves. And what they have accomplished!! Everything looks pretty, comfortable, taken care of, well-kept. The garden and the entrance are full of beautiful flowers and plants.
The cottage was just as described: comfortable, well-equipped, spotless, nicely and warmly furnished. And Catherine and Shaun are simply wonderful hosts, the best you can wish for: always available and quick to respond if you have a question or request. They are kind and warmhearted and fully dedicated to their guests and to improving the property. And it is a joy to talk to them - inspiring.
In the cottage there was a folder with all the information you need for the cottage and around the property and with lots of good tips for excursions.
The garden is just praradise, beautiful and quiet and spaceous.
We enjoyed every minute of our stay and would love to come back.
Thank you so much for a lovely stay and your kindness, Catherine and Shaun!!!!!
Xenia v.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2024
Thank you very much Xenia for this wonderful review of Foxes Farm, we are so glad you appreciated the gite and what we have created for our guests. We are delighted you had such a good holiday and would welcome you back anytime. Shaun & Catherine
Aangenaam vakantiehuisje met alle nodige voorzieningen en goede ligging in de natuur, maar toch kort bij vele interessante plaatsen.
Viviane B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
Thank you very much for your 5 star review of Foxes Farm, we are delighted that you had such a good holiday, as your happiness is important to us.
We look forward to seeing you again.
Thank you for your lovely 4 star review of Foxes Farm, we are delighted that you had such a good mini holiday
About the host
Hosted by Catherine & Shaun
We purchased this 18th Century Farm Estate in 2012 which was in a terrible ruined state. We spent years renovating the old farm house and created two gites, everything new had to be done, from a new roof, to a fosse septic, electrics, water pipes. There was no access to the upstairs so we built a new staircase and put in new floors and windows and created the upstairs rooms. We felt it was necessary for each bedroom to have its own private bathroom. When the house was finished we started to landscape the overgrown gardens and planted an orchard to help bring the wildlife back to the old farm. We are delighted to see the return of birds to the area and deer that roam in the orchard, who eat the apples and cherries, which seem to be a real favourite with the wildlife here. In 2016 we moved to France so we could work full time on the renovation projects. We spent years renovating this 400 year old ruin of a building to save it for the future. It is said that the farm lies on the land owned by William the Conquer, which is why the road is called Williams wood. Statues of William the Conquer and his knights can be seen in the nearby town of Saint James. We are delighted to open the farmhouse to the public whom we are sure will love the gite and France as much as we do. It is a slower pace of life with little stress and is much more laid back than the 'rat race' and stressful of life in the UK. We speak English and we are learning French.
Why they chose this property
Before moving to Normandy we had many fabulous holidays in this area and fell in love with the diversity this area has to offer. You can make the holiday as busy or as relaxed as you want there is plenty to do if you want to get about but is also perfect to sit and relax and read a book. The gite is a perfect base for days out to Mont Saint Michel, Fougeres, Caen, Dinard, to name but a few and our favourite beach is only 25 minutes away at Saint Jean les Thomas. We love the historical towns nearby for slow walks and a coffee as we watch the world go by.
What makes this property unique
The views over the Normandy countryside from our farmhouse are truly amazing. I still get excited by all the different things Normandy has to offer and being located on the Normandy / Brittany boarder allows you to go sightseeing / relax at the beach, or shopping what ever you want this location has something for everyone. Come and see you will love it.
Languages:
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