Bayeux : la suite d'Artagnan : french castle life in 1700 sq ft, 3br, 2br, 7p
New in 2024 ; internet by fiber, work-out space and working fireplace Beauty and authenticity are important, but a spirit of sharing and friendliness is essential ! Come and have a slight of french castel life with us, in one of the two apartments of the Orangerie. Our small estate is ideally located in a tourist area full of interest and not far from the sea: * 20 min. by car to the sea and the D-Day landing beaches * 4 miles to Bayeux and its cathedral and the almost millenairy tapestry of Queen Mathilde * 90 min to Mount St. Michel, Honfleur, Deauville... * all around : castles, french and norman gardens, old little cities, grandiose landscapes ...
We will welcome you in our 2 country suites of 160 m² each, arranged in the Orangerie which touches our small 18th century castle. Tourist sites, walks, restaurants and other historical monuments, we will be here to give all tourist advice .... and tell you the history of our castle. Comfort and chateau atmosphere (cozy fireplace, carefully selected 18th century inspired furniture, with details of precious historical pieces, 18th century style toile de Jouy fabrics, antique dishes, original paintings, and magnificent roman opus paving ... ) . Information +33 (0) 7 71 55 71 00 Réception open from 9.30 to 11.30 Description and pratical information : Each suite includes a living room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen, one bedroom downstairs with direct exit to a private terrace and a luxurious bathroom, two bedrooms upstairs, toilet and shower. Each room has a work desk and a seating area. * master bedroom with bathroom and shower on the ground floor * Bedrooms with hotel****bedding, size 160/200 cm * 2 big bedrooms upstairs, with cathedral ceilings of 3.80 m, share a shower room with toilet * 1 or 2 sofabeds are available in the bedrooms upstairs (the Pastel suite 2 and the Baroque suite 1). * Fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, vented induction stove, full oven, microwave, toaster, kettle, nespresso machine, kitchen mixer, etc... * Lounge: TV, CD and DVD player and others * Each suite has a laudry with washing machine and dryer * Large romantic gardens are shared, however, each has a private terraced space with sun loungers, table and chairs and a barbecue. The suites terraces are separated by elegant trellis with climbing plants. all you need to feel like being in another world!
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About the area
Conde-sur-Seulles
Located in Conde-sur-Seulles, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Omaha Beach and Cathedrale Notre-Dame Bayeux are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Place Charles de Gaulle and Bayeux Botanical Garden. Sirena Aquatic Centre and Courseulles-sur-Mer Carousel are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, ecotours and horse riding.
Museum of the Bayeux Tapestry - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
Museum of the Battle of Normandy - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
Cathedrale Notre-Dame Bayeux - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
Bayeux Botanical Garden - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
Bayeux British War Cemetery - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
Getting around
Audrieu Station - 5 min drive
Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Hôtel Reine Mathilde - 8 min drive
Le Moulin de la Galette - 8 min drive
Le Garde Manger - 9 min drive
Bisette - 9 min drive
Le Conquérant - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Bayeux : la suite d'Artagnan : french castle life in 1700 sq ft, 3br, 2br, 7p pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Bayeux : la suite d'Artagnan : french castle life in 1700 sq ft, 3br, 2br, 7p ?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bayeux : la suite d'Artagnan : french castle life in 1700 sq ft, 3br, 2br, 7p on 18 July 2026 start from NZ$448, 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 Bayeux : la suite d'Artagnan : french castle life in 1700 sq ft, 3br, 2br, 7p ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bayeux : la suite d'Artagnan : french castle life in 1700 sq ft, 3br, 2br, 7p ?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bayeux : la suite d'Artagnan : french castle life in 1700 sq ft, 3br, 2br, 7p ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bayeux : la suite d'Artagnan : french castle life in 1700 sq ft, 3br, 2br, 7p located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Museum of the Bayeux Tapestry, Cathedrale Notre-Dame Bayeux and Place Charles de Gaulle. Baron Gerard Museum of Art and History and Museum of the Battle of Normandy are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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We had a wonderful three day stay in this beautiful chateau. Claudia welcomed us with a cold bottle of champagne and gave a tour of the property which she and her husband had renovated beautifully. Everything was exceptional with easy access to the town of Bayeux and the beaches. We would love to come again.
We spent a total of 8 days exploring Normandy and our 3 nights in Conde-Sur-Seulles were definitely a highlight. The Chateau is lovely, well-maintained and a perfect accommodation for the 3 of us. Claudia was a wonderful host, providing local recommendations and sharing a history of the property. Highly recommend and would visit again.
-The castle is beautiful, quiet, escape from the everyday bustle of the city. Yet it was not far for our visit to the Normandy Beaches and Mont Saint Michelle. We relaxed by the water, grilled dinner, and drank champagne on the terrace, while enjoying the sounds of nature. Claudia made us feel welcome and at home. We are looking forward to returning.
Claudia has renovated and decorated this historic chateau beautifully. It still has the charm of the history, but with modern amenities. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well-equipped and the showers were wonderful. The apartment was spacious and the grounds are peaceful and idyllic. It’s located perfectly for visiting the beaches, discovering William the Conqueror, and enjoying all Normandy has to offer. Also within an hour & half of Mont St Michel. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Our stay was fantastic- a beautiful historic property with fabulous gardens and outdoor space to enjoy. Claudia is an exceptional hostess and clearly takes pride in every detail, even offering to tell the tale of the history of the Chateau. We hope to return to enjoy Normandy again soon. Thank you x
The property is unique in its setting & furnishings. Truly French with a flair! The hostess is delightful & there to assist in making your experience complete. I highly recommend this vacation property!
We loved our stay. Claudia was a very responsive and welcoming host who obviously takes great pride in her property. The property is in a beautiful setting. The views in the photos are completely accurate. It’s also very comfortably furnished and dog friendly. Finally, the location was perfect for touring the D-Day beaches and an easy day trip from Mont-St-Michel. Highly recommended.
Gorgeous, spacious property located close to Bayeux in beautiful french countryside! Claudia is an excellent, attentive host. Our family of six people had plenty of space and we loved sitting outside overlooking the lake with our morning coffee. Simply perfect!
We had a wonderful stay here in June. The property is gorgeous, light-filled and roomy, looking out over the gardens and lake. Lots of space both indoors and outdoors. It's beautifully laid out and equipped, and the owners are lovely and very helpful. It's very close to both Bayeux and the coast, yet feels in the middle of the countryside, so there's plenty to do but it feels very relaxing at the same time. We loved it and will be back!
Claudia is a wonderful hostess! The rental was exactly as it was pictured on VRBO. Claudia did a wonderful job decorating. It was lovely, comfortable, and had everything we could possibly need. She also gave us a bottle of champagne as a welcome gift. Thank you, Claudia, for a lovely stay!
We loved this property. It is so beautiful and peaceful. Loved drinking a glass of wine out by the pond. The home has everything you need for a home away from home. Our family had plenty of room to spread out. The location is great for a drive to many points of interest. The hosts are the best. They brought a cold bottle of champagne and made sure we had everything needed for a great stay. We would love to stay again,
We had a wonderful stay in this beautifully appointed apartment. It is as described in the listing and other reviews. We received a warm welcome and proud tour of the property. The apartment is spacious, and tastefully decorated with period furniture, while having all the modern conveniences. The castle is set in a relaxing rural setting, yet convenient for exploring Bayeux and the Normandy beaches. We would love to return.
We had a great stay. The orange tie is very spacious and fits six adults easily. Claudia is a great host and has every right to be proud of how she decorated every room. She is very much prepared to talk about details of wallpaper and furniture. We brought our dogs and they have ample room. Bringing your dog or dogs always requires you to make adjustments, not only here but also in other accommodations. The beds weren’t as comfortable for us as other reviewers described. The bathrooms were great, and the kitchen has all the needed basics. Normandy is vast, so be prepared to do a lot of driving. But this location is a great start of your explorations.
Paul H.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thank you, Paul, for sharing your holiday experience at the Orangerie’s.
We are really sorry that your stay here did not reach your expectations to some degree especially as to the beds. We chose on purpose high level hotel beddings which are usually highly ranked by guests and friends.
Your three dogs came with you. In your idea the garden should have been their free playground allowing them to be happily romping around.
Last week’s guests came with a charming little King Charles. She was very happy to be strolling freely. Well educated she did not bother anybody with excessive barking or aggressive behaviour. A real little sunshine !
No adjustments whatsoever had to be decreted. To our regret some dogs are inadapted to others than family members and need therefore to be restrained. The country side here offers many possibilities to take dogs for a nice walk.
If you are going to Normandie and want to visit the landing beaches, and all the beautiful towns, this is a great place to stay. We were unable to check in at 4 PM as noted and had to wait till almost 6 PM which was disappointing after a long day of travel. We also didn’t find out until arrival that there were no towels, napkins, coffee , filters or any kind of basic food items as it is not allowed in France per our host. the kitchen is well equipped with dishes, pots and pans, but there is no soap, paper towels, napkins, which required us to go back to the store to buy these items. The beds are comfortable. The views are beautiful and the location is superb. We totally enjoyed the stay, but there were a few inconveniences that would’ve been nice to be informed of ahead of time.
Kathy F.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2023
Dear Kathleen,
Thank you for sharing the appreciation of your stay somewhat shadowed by your arrival.
Our guest's well-being is our absolute priority and we regret that your stay didn't start at the best in all regards! Usually we are able to manage the arrivals in our two units so that our guests can occupy immediately a clean suite. In your case the cleaning lady needed sadly much more time. I could not shorten her time without risking lack of property.
As to the amenities, holiday rentals in France do not provide their guests with any amenities. In contrast I provide many items such as simple toilet paper, hand soap, dish washer caps, dish soap, as I precise it in the arrival information you might not have received. I will however actualise my list of furnished items and include paper towels and napkins.
This property is lovely. It's almost a 5 star but...
We were two couples traveling together. We like to have separate bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms for our own space and privacy. The main floor bedroom is off the living area and has a bath attached with a shower, tub and sink...no toilet. The toilet for this bedroom is actually a half bath outside of the bedroom off the living room. It's a minor thing if you're traveling with close friends but a little awkward. The laundry is separate from the apartments but just next door. The kitchen was indeed without the basics although there were coffee filters. Plan to stop at the grocery store on your way! The seating area in the living room isn't terribly comfortable for four people but we didn't spend much time there so it was fine for us. The location was great but does require driving for everything. We found two great boulangerie/patisseries in neighboring towns where we stopped each day for breakfast. They are Grains and Gourmandises in Fontenay-le-Pesnel, and Douceurs et Traditions in Tilly-sur-Seulles. Overall, this was a great place to stay at a very reasonable price. Claudia was very nice and helpful. We would recommend it!
We just finished our stay at this incredible property. This pictures really don't do it justice - it's been lovingly restored / decorated with textiles consistent with the period. Staying here is like stepping back in time to a french country estate but with the benefit of modern plumbing ;) The claw foot tub fits 2 adults and due to the very cold & windy weather while we were there in January, we soaked and drank a glass of sparkling wine both nights. Both bathrooms also had walk in showers which I don't believe are visible entirely in the listing. (my only suggestion....I hated using the pristine, crisp white cotton decorative euro pillows to sleep on. I was afraid that any remnants of make up could stain them..)
Claudia is a dream hostess, so accommodating, excellent communication before and during our stay and she went out of her way to help us find a local restaurant during the 'off season' when nearly everything was closed; which is something to keep in mind when looking to travel to the Normandy/ Bayeux area in late January. We arrived on a Monday night and the only place open in the entire town of Bayeux was a tiny Kabob place. We were starving and they were very kind to us and it hit the spot. But the theme of businesses being closed entirely or having very few business hours continued - something to consider.
We would highly recommend Claudia and this listing and would stay here again and again!
Beautiful interior design with historical elegance. Great location. We were greeted upon our arrival by Claudia, a most gracious host with suggestions for restaurants and grocery stores in the area. A complimentary bottle of champagne set the perfect tone for our first trip to France. Merci.
We have utilized VRBO all over the world and this is the best ever, anywhere. The owner was very attentive, extremely hospitable, and the house is wonderful! I advised she up the price so book it now its a great value! I am a travel professional and very particular. This is a wonderful find! Only downfall is comms with the owner can be slow before arrival. Keep trying. Property is a bit out of town but fine if you dont mind driving. Worth it!
Claudia was an excellent host and made us feel at home. Her chateau is appointed beautifully and it was in a perfect location. Thank you for making this trip perfect!!
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour à Condé. La maison est spacieuse, décorée avec beaucoup de goût. Très au calme, elle constitue un excellent point de départ pour visiter la région. Claudia et son mari sont des hôtes absolument charmants. Si l'occasion se présente à nouveau, nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir chez eux.
Een heerlijke week gehad in het château. Omgeving fantastisch, mooie wandelingen en fietstochten rondom Condé en Bayeux. Claudia en Michel hebben ons zeer gastvrij ontvangen en de historie van het huis uit de doeken gedaan. Één groot merci voor alles!