Welcome to Holidays-Normandy – Your Ideal Gîte in Lower Normandy 🌿
Welcome to Holidays-Normandy – your charming cottage surrounded by nature 🌿 Located just 5 minutes from Coutances, our family-run accommodation welcomes you for an unforgettable vacation in Normandy. Whether you come as a couple, with family or friends, enjoy the peace and quiet, the space, the animals and the warm welcome in our renovated old barn. Book today and enjoy an authentic Normandy experience 🦙
A Peaceful Family-Friendly Gîte Near Mont-Saint-Michel and the D-Day Beaches 🇫🇷
Looking for the perfect base to explore Normandy?
Our spacious gîte near Coutances sleeps 8–10 guests and offers the best of both worlds: quiet countryside charm with easy access to sandy beaches, historic landmarks, and local markets.
Whether you’re here for the D-Day landing sites, a coastal road trip, or simply to relax with friends and family, Holidays-Normandy has you covered 🧺
Why Guests Love Holidays-Normandy 💚
🛏️ Sleeps 8–10 – perfect for families & groups
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen and dining area
🌳 Private garden with eating area, BBQ & wheelchair access
💻 Dedicated workstation – ideal for remote workers
🚗 Free parking & easy access to local towns
🏖️ Short drive to beaches including Granville
🏰 Mont-Saint-Michel & D-Day beaches also easily accessible by car
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout
🐾 Pet-friendly on request
🧼 Towels and bed linen provided
We’ve designed the space to feel like a home away from home – comfortable, clean, and filled with thoughtful touches ❤️
Book Direct and Save – No Hidden Fees 💸
Booking through our website means:
✅ Best price guaranteed
✅ No extra service fees
✅ Early check-in (subject to availability)
✅ Priority support from your hosts
We’re always happy to answer questions or help you plan your stay – just drop us a message!
💡 Pricing Note:
The daily base rate includes up to 6 guests. A small supplement applies for additional guests from person 7 onwards, up to a maximum of 10 guests.
This is automatically calculated when you select your dates and group size.
Discover Normandy from Our Doorstep 🗺️
We’re ideally located for exploring Normandy’s treasures:
⛱️ 20 mins to west coast beaches
🕍 45 mins to Mont-Saint-Michel
🎖️ 1 hr to Omaha, Utah, Juno, Gold and Sword D-Day beaches
🛍️ Weekly local markets, brocantes & vineyards
👗 Christian Dior Museum in Granville
🥖 Boulangerie just 5 mins away!
There’s something here for everyone – from history buffs to foodies to little adventurers 👨👩👧👦
Ready to Escape to Normandy? ✨
Check availability now and start planning your countryside escape!
We’d love to welcome you.
From seasonal highlights to local markets, here's a look at what's happening in our corner of Normandy. Explore the best events throughout the year — and some highlights for this month!
🌟 Annual Highlights in Normandy
Granville Carnival
February
Granville
Normandy’s biggest carnival! Colourful parades, confetti battles, music, costumes and street theatre – a UNESCO-recognised celebration that takes over the town.
Jazz sous les Pommiers
May
Coutances
International jazz festival with parades, concerts, and a joyful town-wide buzz.
Mont-Saint-Michel by Candlelight
July–August
Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey
Evening visits lit by candles with live music and storytelling inside the abbey.
Hauteville Mussel Festival
Early September
Hauteville-sur-Mer
Seafood, cider and music on the beach — a festival of moules and merriment.
🗓️ Want to discover more? Browse our full calendar of annual events in Normandy – from foodie festivals to vintage car shows!
📅 What’s On This Month Near the Gîte
Théophile Peris Exhibition – Rue de la Carderie
26 April – 30 November 2025
Gavray-sur-Sienne
Temporary outdoor exhibition along Rue de la Carderie featuring the expressive work of Théophile Peris.
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Saint-Pierre Church Wall Exhibition
9 June – 31 December 2025
Coutances
A heritage trail of panels explaining the history and restoration of Saint-Pierre Church.
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Irish Music Session
3 October 2025
Coutances
Traditional Irish music at Le Marité café-bar from 7:30 p.m. – a lively and informal evening.
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Moules-Frites Night – Nicorps
4 October 2025, 20:00
Salle des fêtes, Nicorps
Mussels and fries evening with live music by Duo Fusion. Adults €17 / Under 9s €9. Bring your own cutlery.
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Horse-Drawn Sea Rides – Gouville-sur-Mer
4, 5, 11, 18, 19, 22, 25 October 2025
Gouville-sur-Mer
Experience high tide by horse-drawn cart across the sands. Multiple dates throughout October.
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Robert Surcouf Landscape Exhibition
18 October – 2 November 2025
Abbaye de Hambye
Discover the landscapes of Robert Surcouf, painter of Normandy, at the Abbey’s restored rooms.
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Abbey History Exhibition
18 October – 2 November 2025
Abbaye de Hambye
A journey through the architectural history and spiritual life of the Hambye Abbey.
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Feuilles d’Automne
21 October 2025
Saint-Pierre-de-Coutances
A colourful autumn celebration with seasonal produce and family-friendly activities in nature.
Animation Film Festival
19 October – 2 November 2025
Hauteville-sur-Mer
18th edition of the animation festival with short films, family screenings and creative workshops.
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Climb the Towers – Coutances Cathedral
22, 24, 29 & 31 October 2025
Coutances Cathedral
Join a guided tour to the top of the towers and enjoy spectacular views over Coutances.
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Nature Workshop for Families
23 October 2025
Saint-Pierre-de-Coutances
An outdoor workshop for parents and children to reconnect with nature through fun sensory activities.
Disco Night – Gavray-sur-Sienne
25 October 2025
Gavray-sur-Sienne
DJ, lights, and dance floor fun for adults and teens. Held at the local community hall.
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The Hidden Folk of the Forest
29 October 2025
Saint-Pierre-de-Coutances
A magical walk for children with forest legends, fairy tales and woodland discoveries.
Halloween Urban Trail
31 October 2025
Coutances
Join the spooky night trail run through the town centre in costume — prizes for fastest and best dressed!
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Halloween at Lady Bière
31 October 2025
Coutances
Bar party with live music, costume contest, pumpkin shots and spooky decor.
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🧺 Vide-Greniers, Markets & Fairs Near the Gîte
These vide-greniers, markets and fairs are all around 30 minutes' drive from the gîte – a great way to explore the area and enjoy a typical Norman outing!
Fête de la Pomme – Ouville
11 October 2025
Village Centre, Ouville
Free entry, 10:00–18:00. A celebration of apples and Norman tradition with cider tastings, games, storytelling walks, food stalls, and baking contests.
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Foire Saint-Luc – Gavray (First Day)
17 October 2025
Gavray-sur-Sienne
Start of the traditional Saint-Luc Fair with stalls, local produce and crafts. Historic roots and festive vibe.
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Foire Saint-Luc – Gavray (Main Market)
18 October 2025
Gavray-sur-Sienne
Full-day fair with hundreds of stalls, rides, livestock, food and local traditions in the heart of Gavray.
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Vide-Grenier – Hambye
19 October 2025
Hambye
Family-friendly second-hand market with food stalls, books, clothes, toys and local finds.
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Foire Saint-Luc – Gavray (Closing Day)
19 October 2025
Gavray-sur-Sienne
Final day of this historic Norman fair with a mix of markets, animals, music and carnival rides.
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Autumn Fair – Airel
20 October 2025
Airel
Local fair with artisan stalls, Norman food, small rides and family fun. Held in the town centre.
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Apple & Cider Fair – Pontorson
20 October 2025
Pontorson
Annual apple and cider market celebrating regional produce. Tastings, music and Norman charm.
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Local Brocante – Granville
22 October 2025
Cours Jonville
Regular brocante with antiques, collectibles, and bric-a-brac near the historic heart of Granville.
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Monthly Market – Agon-Coutainville
26 October 2025
Place du 28 Juillet
Monthly open-air flea market by the beach. Dozens of sellers with clothes, books and retro treasures.
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Autumn Brocante – Pontorson
27 October 2025
Pontorson
Community brocante near Mont-Saint-Michel. A mix of professional and casual vendors, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Antique & Collector's Market – Gavray
27 October 2025
Salle Polyvalente
A specialist antiques and collectors fair with furniture, tools, coins, toys and more. Indoors & free entry.
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Evening Flea Market – Agon-Coutainville
28 October 2025
Place du 28 Juillet
Late-day market with coastal views. Sellers from Manche & Calvados regions. 3:00–8:30 p.m.
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Vintage Market – Coutances
29 October 2025
Rue Geoffroy de Montbray
Urban flea market with retro fashion, books and vinyls. Perfect for a mid-week browse in town.
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Halloween Brocante – Gavray
31 October 2025
Gavray-sur-Sienne
Themed brocante with costumes, spooky decor and family Halloween fun alongside traditional stalls.
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