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La Cachette stone detached gite in peaceful Normandy with own private garden

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La Cachette. Stone built cottage set in its own garden.
The private garden is in sunshine all day.
The drive into La Cachette.
Modern fitted kitchen
Bright spacious lounge, with patio doors to the garden.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

La Cachette stone detached gite in peaceful Normandy with own private garden

La Cachette is a detached stone cottage, set in its own private garden with stunning panoramic views of the beautiful Sienne river valley.

Located about 300 metres along a country lane which leads directly to a footpath beside the river, the gite is in the middle of a conservation area renowned for its stunning scenery. A wonderful riverside walk meanders its way to Gavray, and many other superb walks are accessible direct from the house. Fishing is available in the river within 200 yards of the gite and the area is teeming with wildlife such as deer, badgers, hare, buzzards, owls, and even the occasional otter.

Le Krill restaurant is 5 minutes from the gite. This has been totally refurbished by new owners and is very popular with locals. Best to book in advance for Friday or Saturday.

The local market town of Gavray, which is just 5 minutes by car, has a supermarket as well as a choice of restaurants, banks, shops etc. A very popular market is held in the town every Saturday morning.

The pristine sandy beaches of the west coast are a mere 20 minutes drive away.

The port of Granville is wonderful for shopping, and eating out in one of the fish restaurants surrounding the quayside. Or maybe catching a ferry to one of the Channel Islands.

The famous 'copper' town of Villedieu les Poeles is 20 minutes away and has lots of museums to visit. One place is the Bell Foundry where they recently made one for the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. There is a very popular market here every Tuesday.

Also 20 minutes away is the pretty town of Coutances with its impressive Cathedral and wonderful gardens to walk around opposite the main square.

Then of course there is Mont St Michel, one of the top places to visit in the whole of France, or Bayeux famous for its Tapestry and fabulous Cathedral. Here also is the British War Cemetery which is the largest Second World War cemetery of Commonwealth soldiers in France, The cemetery contains 4,648 burials, mostly from the Invasion of Normandy. The D-D beaches are all within easy reach.

We have been open for 21 years with many guests returning regularly.

2025 was a busy year again with some guests who have returned for the 3rd year.

We pride ourselves on offering a home from home, and always do our utmost to make sure our guests enjoy their holiday.

The whole gite has recently been refurbished.

With the difficult financial climate we have kept out prices the same for the last 4 years. Our rental is fully inclusive of electric, gas, all bedlinen is provided. We do not have any hidden extras.

Ideal for dog walkers. We will accept a dog but can you mention when making your enquiry?

We sincerely hope the information will be of help making a decision to come and visit us. We promise a very warm welcome.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
WE MAY ACCEPT A DOG BUT IT IS NECESSARY TO SPEAK TO ME ME FIRST.

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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

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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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint-Denis-le-Gast

Located in Saint-Denis-le-Gast, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Cornille Havard Bell Foundry and Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Coutances Cathedral and Château de Gratot. Champrepus Zoo and Coutances Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Saint-Denis-Le-Gast, Normandie

What's nearby

  • Hambye Abbey - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Cornille Havard Bell Foundry - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker - 13 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Champrepus Zoo - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Ferme de l'Hermitiere - 19 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Folligny Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪la Baratte - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Auberge du Mesnil Rogues - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Clef des Champs - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Amed - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Les Ga (rs) melles - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Cachette stone detached gite in peaceful Normandy with own private garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Cachette stone detached gite in peaceful Normandy with own private garden?

As of 22 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Cachette stone detached gite in peaceful Normandy with own private garden on 29 March 2026 start from NZ$149, 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 La Cachette stone detached gite in peaceful Normandy with own private garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at La Cachette stone detached gite in peaceful Normandy with own private garden?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Cachette stone detached gite in peaceful Normandy with own private garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is La Cachette stone detached gite in peaceful Normandy with own private garden located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Hambye Abbey, Champrepus Zoo and Cornille Havard Bell Foundry. Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker and Ferme de l'Hermitiere are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Marion H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small property but has all you need for a weeks stay.Good walking area from doorstep, need a car for everything else. Lovely and quiet Hosts live opposite so on hand if you need anything
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arianna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cachette was an absolute dream. We stopped for a few days between our visits to the Loire Valley and Paris and it was our favorite part of our trip. We ended up getting engaged there, so it will always hold a special place in our hearts! Pat and Dave are wonderful hosts and such sweet people. Freddie, their dog, is equally sweet and we wanted to steal him! If you’re looking for a comfortable, quiet place to unwind, this is it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne @ Jackie S.

Marvelous location for touring Normandie and Brittany!!!

Super hosts making our stay very special.would highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

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

Hidden gem

A week equipped gite with pretty much everything you could need and well located to explore Normandy attractions as well as some quieter smaller towns and villages and beeches near by. The owners Pat & Dave are great, very friendly and attentive should you need anything, and a mine of information. We spent a great two weeks here and look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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

La Cachette

We had a lovely stay at La Cachette Pat and Dave were very welcoming hosts and very helpful with information of the area and places to visit. The gite and garden are in a beautiful peaceful location and everywhere was easy to get to. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

Petit but perfectly formed

This was the perfect place to relax and get away from it all. Very well equipped including a lovely 'welcome' pack and all that was needed to chill in comfort. A shame that our hosts were away and that both recommended restaurants were closed. We may well have to return if only to say 'hello' and sample the local cuisine. Do hope the cats are still thriving.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hugh David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful and Tranquil Setting

Lovely retreat in the French Normandy countryside. More suited to the customer wanting a quiet getaway than a lux setting. The host couple were fabulous, going out of their way to be of service. The bed was only a double sized, very little upstairs space, the bathroom was on the first floor down very steep and narrow stairs. Lovely below our expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gillian g.

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

Idyllic and tranquil

Lovely little gîte, tucked away from the hustle of life. Some lovely walks from the property into the countryside. The gîte has most things that you would need. We had no wifi during our stay which was very frustrating. Nearest village has plenty to offer. Extremely friendly and helpful owner living across the road.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Claudia B.

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

In the middle of nowhere but very pretty

La Cachette is a cozy holiday home, beautifully situated in the valley of the Sienne. It takes about 20 minutes to drive to the beach, interesting cities such as Grandville, Avranches or Coutances and small, picturesque towns make your vacation very interesting and varied. Not forgetting the magnificent beaches and promenades of Normandy. Pat and Dave are outstanding, gracious and helpful hosts. Many thanks for your great hospitality! A hug for Freddie too, of course. Stay healthy. All the best.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther H.

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

Heaven in normandy

Pat and Dave are very warm people who immediately make you feel welcome and at home. They are always there with advice or help when you need them, but also respect your privacy. For us, the lovely gite gave us a peaceful and quiet home for a week. We were supposed to stay for 6 days but stayed a day longer because we loved it so much. And to be honest, we would have stayed for a month if we could. The gite is in a very remote and quiet area but there are a lot of things to see and do close-by. The best of both worlds. You can also do beautiful walks in the area. And when you come home Freddy, the dog and the surrounding cows give you a nice welcome. We can only recommend this place and are very grateful for the warmth and care we received from Pat and Dave. We will go back for sure...
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

diane c.

Beautiful, peaceful setting, set in it's own little suntrap.

Booking was really easy and Pat responded to our emails very promptly. We didn't expect such fantastic weather at the beginning of April and were incredibly lucky to have sunshine for the full 3 weeks. We went for rest and relaxation and got it in spades and managed to fully recharge our batteries. The cottage is clean and tidy and has everything we needed. It is comfortable in the sitting area and the bed is incredibly comfortable with very good quality bedding. I slept better than I have in years. There is plenty of storage in the bedroom and there was always lots of hot water. There are many different kind of birds who came onto the patio to eat the food that the owners had placed there for them and it was lovely to watch them and to listen to them singing. The place is very quiet and surrounded by wild flowers and trees. My partner fished in the nearby river and even caught a trout! We were sad to leave and could have stayed the whole summer. If you've booked you will love it and if you're considering booking I would recommend that you go ahead and do so, you'll definitely not regret it. I also recommend the Le Krill restaurant which is a few minutes walk away down the lane. Amazing food and drink at reasonable prices (some of the best we have ever had in France). We went on Friday lunchtime and it was very busy with local diners. I bet it's difficult to get a table in the height of the season. The big supermarket on the way into Granville is the place to get excellent groceries and great wine. For those that are wondering.....there is phone reception and the wifi works ok. Believe me though you'll want to put your phone onto silent!! I also must mention the amazing night sky, there is no light pollution and the stars are fantastic, just mesmerising! We would be very happy to go again, it's such a little tranquil oasis.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nabila T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
J'ai adoré mon séjour chez Patricia et David, accueil chaleureux et la gentillesse ont contribué a rendre mon séjour agréable et mémorable. La maison était propre exactement comme décrit et j'ai passé un excellent séjour. Merci Patricia et David.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens F.

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

schönes Haus am Wald

wir haben uns im Haus von Patricia und David sehr wohl gefühlt, die ruhige Lage und die Landschaft sehr genossen, auch die Community im kleinen Dorf war sehr freundlich, wir waren wandern und an der See... es hat alles gepasst und wir kommen, wenn wir können gern wieder
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie D.

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

Un havre de paix

En pleine campagne, au calme, sans bruit, si ce n'est le chant des oiseaux, cette petite maison est idéale pour se ressourcer. A proximité des sites importants à visiter, il existe aussi beaucoup de promenades aux alentours. Les hôtes sont charmants et so british...
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lo F.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Peaceful place

Environnement très sympathique. Les hôtes aussi sont très gentils, avec un petit cadeau d'arrivée. La description du gîte n'est pas conforme aux prestations : il n'y a pas de lave linge, TV en anglais seulement. Intérieur un peu désuet, vieillissant. Petit bémol sur le ménage à l'arrivée. La nature est superbe, avec des randonnées au départ du gîte. Plein de monuments à visiter non loin du Mont St Michel. Sans ces petits désagréments, gîte à conseiller.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederique R.

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

een klein paradijsje

De foto's zeggen alles, je waant je in een klein paradijsje op aarde. Patricia en Dave zijn de liefste mensen en de beste gastvrouw en gastheer die je je maar kan wensen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank L.

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

Kleines Paradies

Sehr nette Gastgeber Wir haben uns rundum wohl gefühlt. Die Kleinigkeiten zum Empfang (Käse, Butter, Milch, Brot Cidre) Das Bett war etwas klein. Herrliche Ruhe, trotzdem zentral gelegen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nathalie m.

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

vacances tranquille et au calme entouré de verdure

je conseille se Avre de paix et de tranquillité .petite maison très jolie avec petit jardin .Patricia et David se sont des personnes très gentille et attentifs aux vacanciers. je recommande se gites si vous aimez être au calme .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walda H.

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

Sehr einsam , aber wunderschön

Wir waren immer zufrieden
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Auré

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

Bucolique

Accueil très chaleureux de Dave et Patricia. Maison immergée dans la campagne, très au calme. Charmante auberge à 10 min à pied. Séjour ressourçant.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Steeve L.

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

relaxant

lieu retiré de la ville, de toute circulation se trouvant au milieu d'une verdure et campagne reposante lieux relaxant si vous voulez de la tranquillité
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mathias T.

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

Super !

It’s a lovely cottage, and the hosts are perfect ! Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Marianne C.

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

Séjour au calme

Très belles vacances dans un petit gîte bien équipé. Propriétaires accueillants et disponibles. L'idéal est quand même de parler anglais. Manque juste un portail pour fermer la propriété si vous venez avec un chien. Petite ville sympa à 5 minutes en voiture et plages à 30 minutes.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Peace and quiet

Great area- peaceful-great owners- lots to see and do as long as you have a car- enjoyed the array of birds feeding on the fat balls supplied by the owners Pat and Dave.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Patricia Hawkey

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Dave and I are both from Surrey. We when I was 16 and Dave was 17.
We have been married for 57 years.
Both of us are from large families, I am the eldest of 5 and Dave was one of 5 boys. We have one daughter, two sons and 7 grandchildren ages from 11 to 33, A great grandchild joined the family October 2024. Never a day goes by that I have not spoken to one member of the family.

We lived at Tattenham Corner on Epsom Downs for 33 years until we moved to France. Our intention was always to move to Cornwall but this was not really feasible financially, so we had to rethink. It was either Spain or France, but as we already had an apartment in Spain we decided on France, mainly because it was so much easier for the family to visit. One car on the ferry with the family and dogs, instead of lots of flights and worrying about getting a dog sitter of paying kennel fees.

We travelled extensively before we moved to France, our favourite places being India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Thailand to name a few. We still enjoy getting out and people say they do not know how we manage being always on the go, but, why not?

We love meeting new people and appreciate we are all different. Some like the peace and quiet of La Cachette and we do not disturb that. We are there if needed.

We have tried hard to make this a home from home, with everything you might need. We have 20 years of running La Cachette and take all comments and feedback to heart.

We do not advertise one price then add on lots of extra costs for linen and electric etc. The price is fully inclusive of gas, electric, Tourist Tax, and all bed linen is provided. We do have a cleaning fee, we just ask our guests to leave it as they find it. Just bring yourself and your bath towels.

I hope this gives you a bit of an insight to both of us and we look forward to welcoming everyone to our little bit of paradise. Hope to see you soon.

Why they chose this property

We viewed several properties over a week's visit, but on arriving at La Baleine we immediately fell in love with the area. The house and location reminded us very much of Fownhope, a village on the river Wye near Hereford where Dave's grandparents had lived. It was because of this that we named our house 'Fownhope'. On entering, we realised this was our dream home. I still cannot believe we live here. Our 3 bed semi turned into a 7 bedroomed house full of character with a cottage. This was the bonus, we never feel lonely as we meet people from all different countries and different walks of life so there is never a dull moment. The separate gite (La Cachette) was a bonus. It is on the other side of the lane from our main house and about fifty metres towards La Baleine.

What makes this property unique

Laval, the lane that runs between our house 'Fownhope' and our gite 'La Cachette' is part of a randonee - an official French rambling route. Very often, when walkers pass by, they stop outside our house, to take photographs, or simply to take in the stunning view. The comment we here most often is 'C'est magnifique', whether they are facing our house, or directly away from it, down towards the river. Guests staying in La Cachette frequently describe the area around it as 'a little piece of paradise'. Also we did not want to be too far from the sea, we love the beach and so does our dog Freddie. There is little more we can add.

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