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Bonjour and welcome! We’re Sam and Lee – the proud owners of Holidays-Normandy, a cosy countryside gîte located near Coutances in the beautiful Manche region of Lower Normandy.
We moved here to create something special: a peaceful space where families, friends, and groups can relax, explore, and reconnect with nature (and maybe say bonjour to a llama or two along the way 🦙).
Whether you're planning a heritage trip, a rural escape, or a seaside holiday, we’re here to make your Normandy stay unforgettable 💚
Before moving to France, we had careers in building (Lee) and technology (Sam) – and that hasn’t completely stopped! Sam still works remotely alongside our gîte business here in Normandy, and Lee continues to handle the renovations and ongoing upkeep of the property.
We – along with Sam’s mum and dad, Kay and Robin – began by renovating the main house, carefully restoring its original charm and making it our home. Then came the start of the transformation of a barn into a gîte – a space we’ve designed with comfort, flexibility, and families in mind. (Another gîte to follow!)
A lot of love (and sawdust!) later, Ursula Gîte was born – named after our llama, Ursula, who keeps a gentle eye on the place and welcomes guests in her own quiet way ❤️🦙
We manage all bookings ourselves, which means no faceless platforms or hidden fees – just real communication with real people.
When you book directly through our website, you’ll get:
Got questions? We’re just a message away. Whether it’s about accessibility, local attractions, or which boulangerie is best (we have opinions!), we’re always happy to help.