At the crossroads of the Orne, Calvados and Manche departments, in the heart of the Suisse Normande region, the Domaine de La Blanchère welcomes you to its medieval walls. Come and relax for the duration of your stay; you are our guests in this haven of nature and calm.
The estate, made up of several buildings forming an inner courtyard, is set in 3.5 hectares of land bordered by hedgerows. The driveway is lined with centuries-old oak trees. You'll discover the 15th-century architecture that gives this place its charm and character. Exposed stonework, monumental fireplaces and mullioned windows combined with modern comforts will win you over.
The Manor, which sleeps 6, is entirely private. Two extra beds are available on request to accommodate two additional guests.
With a surface area of 230m², the Manoir offers : - on the ground floor, a large living room/kitchen, a lounge, a suite accessible to people with reduced mobility comprising a bedroom (1 double bed 180 cm), a separate lounge, a shower room and a WC. - Upstairs, 2 bedrooms (2 double beds 180 cm), each with en suite bathroom and WC.
The indoor swimming pool, heated all year round by geothermal energy, is located on the first floor of a neighbouring building and is open from 8am to 12.30pm and from 2.30pm to 7.30pm. There is a large terrace where you can relax with a view of the Normandy bocage.
An outdoor barbecue, petanque pitch and children's games are available on the estate. There are also plenty of cultural and sporting activities on offer: visits, discovering the Suisse Normande region and its heritage, hiking, cycling, horse-riding, kayaking, paragliding, golf, etc. We're here to help you fulfil your dreams.
Well-behaved dogs are allowed with a supplement of €30/stay and a commitment to forbid them access to the bedrooms and sofas. Unfortunately, cats are not allowed due to allergies.
A deposit of €500 will be required on arrival.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Property Registration Number 00724F004
Property # 2175139a
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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Athis-Val de Rouvre
Located in Athis-Val de Rouvre, this holiday home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park and Lac de Rabodanges, while Charles Leandre Museum and Le Royal Cinema are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Rock of Oëtre and Clécy Gliss. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and ecotours nearby.
Base de Plein Air de Pont d'Ouilly - 15 min drive - 14.5 km
Charles Leandre Museum - 17 min drive - 16.9 km
Le Royal Cinema - 17 min drive - 17.2 km
Saint Germain Church - 17 min drive - 13.4 km
Getting around
Flers Station - 17 min drive
Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
Mac Donald’s - 14 min drive
Auberge Ste Honorine - 9 min drive
La Nostra - 13 min drive
La Taverne - 13 min drive
Adana Kebab - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Domaine de la Blanchère have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Domaine de la Blanchère?
As of 19 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Domaine de la Blanchère on 6 March 2027 start from NZ$1,765, 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.
Is Domaine de la Blanchère pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Domaine de la Blanchère?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Domaine de la Blanchère?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Domaine de la Blanchère?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Domaine de la Blanchère located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of La Chapelle du Souvenir, Rock of Oëtre and Houlme Golf Course. Charles Leandre Museum and Le Royal Cinema are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The hosts were amazing from the time we booked to the time we left. The pool and games room were well kept facilties. What a surprise to find a vegetable garden for guests us.. Sandrine and Yves arranged for the vet to see our dog at the house prior to our return home.
Beautifully restored manor house, very spacious with lovely large bedrooms and different areas to relax in and play games. Pool area is stunning, with every consideration made to ensure safety for children. Sandrine and Yves are wonderful hosts. Thank you and we hope to return in the future!
We enjoyed our stay at Domaine de la Blanchère in the heart of the Normandy region.
Sandrine and Yves were very accommodating and helpful, and their place is a perfect, welcoming landing spot to explore this wonderful area of France.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
Thank you very much, Angelic and Flemming, for your appreciation. It was a real pleasure to share these moments with you. We're delighted that you enjoyed this beautiful region of Suisse Normande and, more generally, Normandy. All the best to the whole family. Sandrine & Yves
This is an absolutely beautiful property. The house itself is fantastic. The grounds are lovely. The indoor pool is fabulous. The surprise benefit was a kitchen garden we were told to help ourselves to. Fresh lettuces, courgettes, peas, cherries, strawberries. So wonderful. Yves and Sandrine are wonderful and accommodating hosts. We could quite happily have moved in. No qualms recommending this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Dear Tad,
Thank you for your feedback. It was a pleasure to welcome your family to the Domaine de la Blanchère. We enjoyed our discussions. Thank you to your two charming boys for their enthusiastic help in the kitchen garden.
Hope to see you again on either side of the Atlantic.
Sandrine & Yves
Yves and Sandrine are wonderful hosts and have an absolutely stunning property. The house was perfect for our family of five and we enjoyed every minute of our time at this property. The kitchen is large and contains everything we needed to make and enjoy family meals. Our hosts even shared fresh items from their garden with us, along with some fabulous jam. All the rooms are spacious and very clean.
The kids enjoyed the pool and the playground while the adults enjoyed the beautiful architecture and ambiance. The nearby town is quaint and boasts some lovely shops.
We can’t wait to return and would highly recommend a visit to this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thank you, Erin and Drew. It was a great meeting with your family and we enjoyed talking to you during your stay. We hope to see you again at La Blanchère. And we're already making more jams. See you soon. Sandrine & Yves
There is so much to see in Normandy that you’ll struggle to prioritize what to see. La Blanchere is so beautiful that you’ll want to plan at least one day, if not more, to just stay home and enjoy the property. Yves and Sandrine could not have nicer or more helpful! I highly recommend staying here. I’ve stayed in many lovely home rentals. This is my favorite by far. Thank you so much, Yves and Sandrine. And give our best to your beautiful girls.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thank you, Barbara, for this lovely feedback. We were delighted to meet all six of you and to share these moments with you. We were also delighted that the Domaine de la Blanchère was a quiet stop on your trip to France. We wish you all the best for the future. Perhaps our paths will cross again... Sandrine & Yves
Extraordinary lodging and base for exploring beautiful « Swiss Normandy »
Sandrine and Yves have created the most comfortable, beautiful, impeccably clean, and well-located (14th century!) lodging imaginable. Three couples each had private, spacious and luxurious rooms. We thought 4 days would be enough to savor the beauty of this part of Normandy south of Caen and a bit north of Flers - driving east to the chateau at Falaise (with its great use of technology to bring the castle’s history alive) and to the Camembert museum with tasting, north to the Roman ruins/museum at Vieux la Romaine, the quaint WWII Blackwater Museum at Berjou (where Germans were trapped in the « Falaise Pocket »), Pere Magloire Calvados Experience and Chateau de Crèvecœur and west to Mont Saint Michel. But we could easily have stayed longer. We loved the Thursday outdoor market at Conde-en-Normandie and preparing our meals in the manor’s wonderful kitchen, playing the piano in one of the sitting areas, reading around the cozy pellet stove in another sitting area, catching glimpses of the manor’s sheep and chickens, chatting with the very personable, hard-working and helpful hosts (and meeting their beautiful Australian shepherds). We would love to return - to relax in their gorgeous heated pool, spend more time just hanging out on the property, and drive around the pear orchards to the south, visit the Livarot cheese museum, visit the printing museum, and much more. We highly recommend the very special Domaine de la Blanchere. There is so much to see and do in this area!
Auszeit in einem wunderschönen Haus in der Normandie
Vielen Dank an unsere wunderbaren Gastgeber Sandrine und Yves! Sie haben uns in dem Gästehaus zu Hause fühlen lassen und uns mit Tips und Hilfe versorgt. Das Haus ist super ausgestattet - uns hat es in der Küche und für Freizeitgestaltung an nichts gefehlt. Auch Brettspiele waren modern vorhanden. Toller Pool mit guter Organisation. Wir haben uns wohl gefühlt und kommen hoffentlich wieder.
Un accueil très chaleureux un gite exceptionnel ,grand confort ,meublé avec goût il ne manque rien sans parler de la magnifique piscine et son jacuzzi dans un lieu idyllique repos assuré nous allons y retourner
Wir waren begeistert! Eine außergewöhnliche, großzügige und dabei heimelig und liebevoll eingerichtete Unterkunft, dazu zwei aufgeschlossene und durch und durch herzliche Gastgeber, Sandrine und Yves! Dazu ein Gemüsegarten, an dem man sich bedienen kann, schöner Grillplatz, toller Pool, viel sehenswerte Natur ringsherum. Wenn es in der Normandie nicht so viel zu entdecken gäbe, könnte man auch einfach den ganzen Tag dort im und am Haus entspannen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und können La Blanchère absolut empfehlen. Danke für alles! Melanie, Frank, Ann-Katrin und Andreas
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2023
Merci à tous les quatre de nous avoir fait confiance pour votre séjour de deux semaines en Normandie. Nous sommes enchantés que le Domaine de la Blanchère vous ait plu. Merci de cette belle rencontre, de nos nombreux échanges. Belle continuation à vous. Sandrine & Yves
This is a lovely farm property with a huge guest house and room to spare for our six person family. If you’re used to cramped hotels in Paris, this will amaze you.
It’s an hour from Normandy beaches and 1.5 from Mont Saint-Michel, mostly driving through beautiful, quiet, tiny towns on lazy, forested back roads. Car access is mandatory, and welcome: our most enjoyable day was just wandering the nearby villages and towns looking for cafes, patisseries, parks, and the ruins of the Domfort chateau.
Clothes washer is on site, but no dryer. Hang dry only.
Parts of the compound date to the 13th century, but it’s loaded with modern comforts including a swimming pool.
5/5, can recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
It was a real pleasure to have you home, dear Colorado guys.
See you soon.
The cottage was absolutely stunning, full of character.
It had everything we needed inside and it was lovely to also have so much space outside we could use.
My son absolutely loved being able to use the indoor pool everyday.
The patisserie in Athis did some amazing cakes and tarts.
Nous avons passé un excellent sejour dans ce havre de paix ,une vraie remontée dans le temps magnifiquement rénovée.Nous avons pu déconnecter de notre rythme effréné de Paris.La litterie est très confortable et le plus est la piscine chauffée.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Bonjour Nathalie,
Merci pour cette appréciation. Au plaisir de vous revoir.
Bien cordialement, Alain
Un lieu exceptionnel ! Le cadre a dépassé nos attentes. La maison est grandiose, très soignée, décorée avec goût ! La piscine est un énorme plus, car (soleil ou pluie) vous pouvez en profiter pleinement !
Les propriétaires sont arrangeants, discrets et à l'écoute.
Nous avons adoré notre séjour et reviendrons sans faute !
Lieu très agréable à vivre, extrêmement bien rénové, propre et chaleureux.
Dans un écrin de nature et de calme, on se sent vite transporté dans le temps et malgré tout comme chez soi !
Très bon accueil :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Merci pour votre appréciation fort sympathique. Au plaisir de se revoir
Bien cordialement, Alain
Nous avons passé 3 jours dans le Manoir de la Blanchère. Ce fût un séjour reposant dans un cadre confortable (chauffage au sol ) et d'une très belle qualité architecturale. Le Manoir est aménagé et décoré avec goût et très bien équipée. Etant 2 couples avec chacun 2 enfants, nous avons pu profité chacun d'espaces dédiés ( chambres, salles de bain et salons) sans nous déranger et nous retrouver dans la grande salle commune parfaitement chauffée. Les espaces extérieures et la piscine chauffée et couverte sont parfaitement adaptés pour les enfants. Merci encore Alain pour votre accueil.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Merci Camille. Ce fut également un plaisir de vous accueillir.
Au plaisir de se revoir prochainement et bon courage pour la reprise.
Alain
Nous avons passé un séjour agréable Tout était parfait. Très propre, très calme, parfait pour s'évader. Les hôtes sont extrêmement accueillant. Je recommande
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Bonjour Nora,
Merci pour ce gentil commentaire. Ce fut également un plaisir d'accueillir votre petite famille. Au plaisir de se revoir.
Bien cordialement, Alain.
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans cette très belle demeure ! Le cadre est magnifique, comme la piscine. Les enfants ont adoré courir derrière les chats (eux sûrement moins). Merci beaucoup à Alain pour son accueil.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Content que ça vous ai plu et que les enfants se soient amusés.
A très bientôt, Alain