The house is built of stone, with granite lintels and sills and a natural slate roof. This property occupies a peaceful backwater on a no through road, but is just 3 minutes away from a thriving village with shops and a pharmacy.
The property is 70 minutes from the ferry port at Ouistreham, and 10 minutes from the fast rail link to Paris at Vire, making day trips to the capital a reality. All modern conveniences are to be found in Vire, including several major supermarkets, shops and good quality restaurants. The world famous Mont-Saint-Michel is an hour away, as are the beautiful sandy Atlantic beaches between the Mont and Granville to the north. The River Sée, famous for its salmon fishing, is 10 minutes away, and the nearest access point to the long distance footpath and cycle track linking Vire to the Mont-Saint-Michel is just down the road. An 18-hole golf course is 5 minutes away, alongside Lake Dathée, with its nature reserve, footpaths and water sports centre.
The property is accessed via a short driveway from the country lane which leads up to it. There are just three other houses in the lane. It is south-facing, and he site is flat, and slopes gently towards the south. The grounds are laid entirely to grass, with several mature fruit trees and a small wooded area.
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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Between 1st October and 30th April there will be an extra charge of €5 per day, payable locally to cover the cost of the electric heating.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Saint-Germain-de-Tallevende-la-Lande-Vaumont
Located in Vire-Normandie, this holiday home is in a rural area. Vire Museum and Regional Pottery Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Souleuvre Viaduct and Domaine du Coquerel. Le Village Enchante and Normandie Luge are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Poeslerie Museum and House of the Lacemaker - 28 min drive - 30.3 km
Getting around
Vire Station - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Le Central - 6 min drive
Le Gambrinus - 6 min drive
Campanile Vire - 10 min drive
La Table - 8 min drive
L’audacieuse - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Relaxing Country Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Relaxing Country Retreat?
As of 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relaxing Country Retreat on 31 December 2026 start from NZ$201, 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 Relaxing Country Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Relaxing Country Retreat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Relaxing Country Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Relaxing Country Retreat located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Vire Museum and within 12 miles (20 km) of Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park and Le Village Enchante. Regional Pottery Museum and La Grande Cascade are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was the second time we have stayed in this beautiful property near Vire. It is modern and well maintained with a loverly private garden overlooking fields. It is in a perfect position to explore Vire and Normandie. We visited the beaches near Granville, Omaha beach American cemetery, Bayeaux and took the train to Paris on 3 occasions. We will definitely be booking again. :-)
Ein liebevoll renoviertes, sehr gut, zum Teil mit antiken Möbeln, ausgestattetes kleines Bauernhaus auf dem Lande. Die nahe gelegene kleinere Stadt Vire bietet alles, was notwendig ist.
Die Lage des Ferienhauses ist ideal für Ausflüge in eine schöne und historisch interessante Umgebung. Ziele wie Bajeux, St. Malo, Caen sind innerhalb einer guten Stunde erreichbar.
Wir hatten einen erholsamen und interessanten Urlaub in einem schönen Ferienhaus
Super gelegen op het Franse platteland van zuid Normandië, 5 km van een mooi meer en 5 km van Vire, een stad waar alles is.
Compleet en gezellige gite, van. alle gemakken voorzien
Marja L.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Caley M.
13 October 2018
First-rate gite, comfortable, very well equipped, looking over peaceful meadows; friendly hosts
A lovely spot to relax and enjoy all the sunshine we had. Nearby lake and voie verte handy for exercise. St Germain village, Vire and the local markets together offered good food shopping and plenty of cafes/bars for lunch and people-watching. Granvile and Fougeres made good day trips.
Caley M.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Stephen C.
26 August 2018
Relaxing
Quiet from the start, everything we needed was available. A welcome pack was much appreciated after a long journey. Clean and tidy throughout.