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Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside

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Private kitchen
Dining
Interior
Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Valdallière, Normandie
  • Place, Souleuvre Viaduct
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Normandie Luge
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Vire Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Caen (CFR-Carpiquet)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside

Les Madieres is a century-old restored stone farmhouse set in an acre and a half of lush land and gardens. A peaceful retreat in the French countryside, minutes from the bustling market town of Vire, with easy access to many attractions of Normandy.

There are 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (1 full bath/shower & second WC), including a spa-like bathroom downstairs. Downstairs: kitchen, dining room, & lounge with wood-beamed ceiling & granite fireplace. The lounge features a TV, dvd player, & books. An excellent supply of pots & pans, to practice your French cuisine awaits! We recently updated the kitchen cabinets and appliance and removed a wall to open up the dinning area (2023)

Situated on nearly 2 acres, Les Madieres invites you to enjoy some wine on the terrace, stroll the apple orchard, or relax on a tree-shaded lounge chair & lose yourself in a book. Children will love playing on the vast fenced garden, finding the secret path way, and saying bonjour to the neighboring cows while you enjoy alfresco dining on the outdoor terrace. The setting is tranquil and surrounded by farmland and filled with the sounds of birds and little else.

Ideal for families/groups of 4 (while it sleeps 6, the lounge seats 5 and the terrace has seating for 4, along with 2 loungers in the garden).

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Property # 406311
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Le Desert

Located in Valdallière, this holiday home is in a rural area. Via Ferrata de Clecy and La Grande Cascade reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Normandie Luge and Souterroscope des Ardoisieres. Clecy Miniature Railway and Clécy Gliss are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Valdallière, Normandie

What's nearby

  • Souleuvre Viaduct - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Normandie Luge - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Vire Museum - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Château de Pontécoulant - 26 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Caen Memorial - 55 min drive - 65.7 km

Getting around

  • Vire Station - 10 min drive
  • Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Central - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Le Gambrinus - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Campanile Vire - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Table - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Le Four À Bois - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Restored Stone Farmhouse in Normandy Countryside located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Normandie Luge, Souleuvre Viaduct and Vire Museum. Château de Pontécoulant and Charles Leandre Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helmert en Marianne v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful house and gardens. Nice to stay with the children. Very nice People and service.The environment Normandie so beautiful.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Raphael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A week of peace in the Bocage Normand

It is a lovely comfortable property with a great large garden in a quiet and rural area of the Calvados region in France.The property has a well equipped kitchen, TV/WiFi /CD. Also some games for children And a welcome selection of good reads.Bed was good, slept very well !Will definitely go back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful country house

The house was lovely with a newly fitted kitchen. The location was amazing we loved sitting out in garden in the evenings listening to the wildlife and enjoying the tranquility. The kids loved exploring the huge gardens. We had a wonderful time and really did not want to leave. We will definitely revisit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

History & Recreation

Our stay was very pleasing. The house is charming and lovely. It was well prepared and perfect for the three of us. The furnishings of the house are simple but perfectly adequate. The spaceous garden is phantastic, a peaceful retreat. The location of the house is perfectly suiting a combination of interest in relaxation and visiting the great historical landmarks of Normandy - e. g. Mt. St. Michel, The Landing Beaches and Bayeux, as it is located in nearly equal distance to each of them. The cost-benefit-ratio considering these criteria is nearly unbeatable. We therefore are considering to coming back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thanks Gerald, so glad to hear you and your family enjoyed your stay and took advantage of all the area has to offer. We would live to welcome you back! Ken & Kimberley
Archival

10/10 Excellent

RUSSELL

Les Madieres - website dosn't do it justice.

We'd read other people's reviews about the photos - but believe us its true. Wether you're a seasoned Gitte-er or have never had a French Cottage holiday before you will not regret staying at this beautiful property in fantastic surroundings, everything in the advert is accurate and the house was spotless and well decorated and furnished. The owner Ken may be in Vancouver but answers emails almost imediatly and when we were there, the local property manager was a very helpful english girl who lived nearby. We live on the outskirts of London and really appreciated the fact that it got dark at night (enough to see meteor showers) and during the day all you can hear is birds and the odd donkey or cow. The nearest Town is Vire -15 mins away by car with a great market on fridays,also with the Carrefour etc. If History's your thing amazingly this area was a major turning point in WW2 after D Day there are several museums,memorials & cemetaries in the area, and not far is Bayeux (tapestry) and Caen (Home of William the Conqueror -although he wasn't called that pre -1066). We are in our 50's and had a wonderful holiday here with our 15 year old son, even he looked up from his phone and nintendo occasionally!. Theres also plenty in the area to paint if you're in to art or youcan just enjoy the grounds, with your bread,wine and cheese for lunch by the pond or BBQ for dinner. We will definitely be returning, as soon as we can.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laure L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Une très belle et grande maison normande,un environnement très calme et agréable, un immense jardin arboré, parking devant la maison. Des grandes chambres , cuisine bien équipée...tout pour un beau séjours au vert.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cécile Marie Hélène Odile M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Tourisme

Agréable
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alte V.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Prijs/Kwaliteit

Gezien de prijs vonden we het huis , de inrichting, de hygiëne bijzonder gedateerd. We hebben dit aangegeven aan de eigenaar, eigenaar die er wat mee zou gaan doen
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Frédéric C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Les madieres

Très bien
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Karin B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

déçus malgré le cadre

Obligation de revoir l’annonce qui ne reflète pas du tout la réalité.. Malgré une bonne odeur de cire en entrant, la propreté générale est vraiment à revoir. Les photos sont très, très anciennes. La cheminée est condamnée depuis plus de dix ans(grosse déception pour nous). La propreté à l étage est correcte, mais attention si vous couchez des personnes de plus de 40 kgs dans les lits simples, il manque des lattes aux deux sommiers et les matelas sont affreux. 2 oreillers supplémentaires vraiment sales et tachés et sans taies. Nous avons recouverts de suite avec un plaid à nous le canapé qui fut blanc il y a longtemps mais qui est vraiment dégoûtant de taches et « d’ombres douteuses ». Les ustensiles de cuisine sont en fin de vie depuis longtemps et bas de gamme à la base (3 petites poêles dont 1 inutilisable, impossible de cuisiner pour 6). Tout est vétuste. Toiles d’araignées et taches sur les portes, peintures écaillées, voilages sales dont 1 que j’ai remis en place car tombé et pas remis.. Le four/gaziniere doit être changé d’urgence. Seuls les immenses terrains et arbres ou pommiers relèvent le niveau, cependant. dommage que les 2 lumières extérieures soient cassées, impossible de profiter des soirées dehors ou de dîner en Exterieur ( 4 chaises extérieures de toute façon) D’ailleurs les lumières de la buanderie et d’une des chambres sont cassées aussi... En clair, le minimum est entretenu dans cette jolie maison, c’est dommage car gros potentiel pour un accueil plus que confortable. Quelques coups de pinceaux sur les portes et murs et surtout un vrai nettoyage. Maison parfaite si on n’y passe aucune soirée (jeux de société dans la cuisine avec un éclairage très moyen). Ha oui..pas de télé si vous avez envie, ça ne fonctionne pas. Pas 3 salle de bains mais 1 , 1 baignoire et douche au rdc et 2 wc séparés. Impossible d’utiliser la douche car le bouton de température ne bouge pas (cassé ?). Pas de sèche cheveux comme dit dans l’annonce non plus. Pas de barbecue non plus, le plus petit des BBQ Weber de table, inutilisable pour 6 personnes! Des jeux d’extérieur? 5 raquettes cassées de badminton. Bref, très déçus car le manque de transparence nous laissait présager d’une « agréable maison de ferme magnifiquement restaurée », ce qui n’est malheureusement pas le cas. Seule les chaises et tables de cuisine sont de qualité et en bin état. Heureusement, le cadre exceptionnellement calme sauve cette location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisette S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prachtige locatie in een heerlijk rustige omgeving

Het huis is zeer ruim en van alle gemakken voorzien. Comfortabel en echt thuiskomen. Wij voelden ons als een vorst in Frankrijk. In de 3 prachtige tuinen kan je verdwalen. Huis ligt landelijk gelegen. Prachtige en rustige omgeving. Wij hebben een heerlijke vakantie gehad.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Christelle G.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Maison de charme au cœur du bocage normand

Maison agréable et au calme mais équipement sommier propreté à revoir sérieusement
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour charmant

Charmante maison dans le bocage normand, avec un très grand jardin, nous avons passé un très agréable séjour.
Verified

8/10 Good

Magda B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruim huis met grote tuin

Het huis ligt in een rustige omgeving, prima vertoeven. Het onderhoud van het huis kan wel beter, een verfje hier en daar maakt het wat frisser. Goede locatie om een weekje te zijn!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

louis marie a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Calme et serenite

Jolie maison normande en pleine campagne entourée d un grand jardin et verger le tout au cœur d une région avec de nombreux sites de visites
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good experience, great for kids

We had a very pleasant stay with our kids at the house. The backyard is huge, so perfect for kids to run around. There's also plenty of room to play football or badminton. The house itself is comfortable and spacious. It's got all the amenities you will need. The locations is right in the middle of... nothing much. Perfect if you're looking to explore in all directions. Any direction you wish to explore will require a bit of driving though. Recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Isabelle b.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication

Convenable

Les photos de l'annonce datent un peu , la végétation à pris ses aises. Pour la TV il manque un récepteur satellite. Draps des anciens locataires restés par terre dans les chambres ainsi que les serviettes de toilette. Nous avons passés un bon séjour dans cette jolie maison au calme dans une nature verdoyante. Plus d'entretien rendrait le séjour encore plus agréable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay at Les Madieres

Weather was wonderful and we enjoyed wine on the terrace under the tonnelle, drinking wine and listening to the birds. Central to the beaches at Granville, the Zoo, D day beaches, and mt ste. Michel. Wifi was fast and reliable which allowed us to watch net flix on the TV as the satellite was down. Looking forward to our return!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ERIKA A.

Très bon séjour à Valdallière

Nous avons passé quelques jours à la maison de Valdallière début juin 2019. La maison est confortable et grande. Elle est entourée par un énorme et agréable jardin.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
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4/10 Poor

Ingrid R.

Région assez sympa surtout le mont st michel, souleuvre, clécy et le bord de mer !

La location est très moyenne , mis à part le calme , maison peu entretenue, odeur d'humidité, manque de propreté, pas de tv française ( nous avons acheté une antenne intérieure ), aucun réseau wifi ! Equipement moyen , une salle de bain et pas trois comme annonçé, canapé et fauteuils pas propres. Jardin peu entretenu ,fauteuils avec des coussins sales et humides car laissés dehors ! Bref il faut bouger et rentrer juste dormir car pas d'agrément autre ! Bref ensemble pas terrible !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

D-DAY in Normandy, and so much more

We fell in love with your wonderful little farmhouse, and what an unforgettable week we spent there! We had some problems finding it in the dark and the rain, but nothing compared to the rental car problems. LOL. But when we did find it, near midnight, it was magical. Awaiting us in the warm friendly kitchen was a bottle of wine, french bread and a feeling that we could live there forever. Our visit to Normandy was so much more than we could have imagined. The friendly people welcomed us everywhere. We took part in all the D-Day festivities and my two grandchildren, both 18 years old will never forget that they and their country are loved by the citizens of Normandy. I would not hesitate to recommend your lovely spot to anyone. The old world feeling permeates the property, but with all the modern conveniences weary travelers look for. The people of Vire were so kind to us wherever we went. We ate in several of the nearby restaurants. Thanks for all your tips, the supermarket was the best. We were able to use our credit card [VISA] almost everywhere which made things very easy. Of the six of us, only Bill and I have been regular travelers to Europe. My sister and brother-in-law and our grand children had never been. Because we stayed in the cottage they received a wonderful impression of the joys of traveling to far away places and living with the people of another culture. All 4 of them gained a confidence they will need and use on future visits. I can't thank you enough, the house is so precious, the "neighborhood" so friendly and quaint, the price was very reasonable and we can't wait to make another trip. Bill and I are already discussing plans to make a month long trip to France and use your cottage and Vire as our base camp. There was so much we did not get to do in one week. Our purpose was to expose our family to the awesome celebration that occurs around D-Day, and we more than accomplished that. We also had an easy trip to Mt Saint-Michel. A trip I advise everyone to make! .While it sleeps six comfortably the price is more than reasonable for two. The laundry room was another plus. So useful for long stays. I wish I could post the photos of my brother-in-law hanging the laundry on the line in back! It was over 40 years since any of us had seen an outside clothesline. Spoiled Americans, I know. Our stay included another week in Paris [Sans auto!]. Life is good. Bon jour, Kathleen and Bill Mero
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Quiet Getaway

We had a wonderful time at Les Desert as well. The house itself was perfect size for 4 adults and 2 children (as long as the adults are willing to sleep two to a bed). The gardens were fantastic and we had some epic games of badminton over the laundry hanging line. FYI, there is no wireless internet in the house, but you will not need it. We easily made day trips to Festyland for the kids, Omaha Beach and Mont St. Michel. The town of Vire (15 minutes drive) was also a great place to sightsee in the area. Ken was very quick to respond to us as well. Thanks for a great vacation spot for our family!
Archival

8/10 Good

Christina K.

Fantastic Family house

We enjoyed a fantastic week at this lovely house at the end of April. The house and gardens were delightful - plenty of space and our boys really enjoyed the garden. One of them managed to fall into the pond fully dressed! Unfortunately the terrace was overgrown with weeds and no garden furniture, so we were unable to enjoy the terrace on the warmer days. The house is very comfortable and cosy. The house is in a great location - so much to see and do in every direction - we would love to go for another visit.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Thanks for the review, much appreciated. Sorry to hear about overgrowth on terrace. Spring in Normandy can produce rapid growth - we've got our gardener on it! We would love to have you back - all returning guests enjoy a 10% discount. Cheers, Ken & Kimberley.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Hidden Treasure in Calvados !

The charm, elegance and setting of this country farmhouse is an experience that everyone will enjoy. Nestled in the countryside, it is quiet & peaceful, and yet only a 10 minute drive to Vire, and 40 mins to Caen. While relaxing in the garden I heard grasshoppers busy in the long grass - something that I haven't heard with a few years! A wonderful kitchen of goodies awaits the 'gourmet-inclined' traveller with various utensils & pots available, plus the benefit of a herb garden outside, plus apple and pear trees. The cleanliness of the house was fresh & crisp. A welcome note from the owners awaited us with some freshly cut roses and wine in the living room. It's the perfect location for visiting the many tourist sights in Normandy and we even managed a day trip to Paris by train from Vire. The house is a 'treasure' that you dream about finding and are overwhelmed when you actually arrive there in person. We had a super time and hope to return again soon - Marguerita, Ireland.

About the host

Hosted by Ken & Kimberley

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Hi, we're Ken and Kimberley Foster. We are Canadians who love Europe and old world charm: the food, architecture, history, and of course, wine!
We have two boys who enjoy exploring the farm in France and tasting new foods and ancient ruins.
We bought the house to create a life a bit less ordinary from our lives in Vancouver - best decision we ever made.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location. A stone farmhouse on nearly 2 acres of tranquil farmland. The boys can safely roam the property. It has an orchard that locals harvest the apples and pears from to make wine.
It is a quick trip into a great market town, which has a direct train to Paris!

What makes this property unique

Unlike may farmhouses, ours is set up to live in full time with modern features like radiator heating in every room, fiberoptic wifi, and recently updated appliances (fridge, washer, cooker)

Languages:

English

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