Family Friendly KESTREL COTTAGE – Home 6694 Cottage
- 4 bedrooms
- 10 sleeps
- 4 nights min stay
Family Friendly KESTREL COTTAGE – Home 6694
- Cottage
- 4 bedrooms
- sleeps 10
- 4 nights min stay
Key Info
- Nearest beach 50 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Pet Friendly
Description from owner
Description
Kestrel Cottage is next door to the main house at the former farm of Le Hamel Roger. Part of the cider barn attached to the house has been renovated to create this spacious and welcoming cottage. With many original features and all modern amenities it's a wonderful place for groups of between 2 and 10 people. It's great for families and we offer lots of extras for young children at no extra cost.
Outside the cottage you will discover an acre of garden including quiet places to relax, shady trees (also good for climbing!) seating areas, a BBQ, dining tables and a hill with views across the valley. There are plenty of toys, bats, balls, a big trampoline with safety net, climbing frame, swing set, tyre swing, sand pit and a goal. There is a fully fenced above ground 4.5m swimming pool which is solar heated from June to September. We put a paddling pool up for the summer so smaller guests can make the most of splashing around while in their depth.
There are various 'indoor' places to play too. There is a ping pong table waiting for you in one of our barns. We have our 'dusty barn' (so named because in days gone by it was a hen house and still has the dusty/sandy soft floor) which is perfect for old fashioned imaginative children's play ; there is a traditional school desk, climbing frame, rope swing, dens, all sizes of cars and a tea set, everything you need for an afternoon of mud pies and pretend play!
Just next door to the cottage is the upstairs play loft. It's clean and well equipped with toys for all ages & interests. There is table football, air hockey, miniature pool and giant jenga for bigger players. Baby toys, a mini roller coaster, a tent, ride-on toys and ball pit will amuse smaller players. There is a comfy sofa for you to relax when not required to take your turn!
This area of Normandy offers so much within easy reach. There are miles of tracks through the countryside and woodland right on our doorstep. Great for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers. There is a big lake with a little sandy beach within half an hour and both coastlines within an hour. The famous Normandy landing beaches are 45 minutes from here and the wonderful Mont St Michel an hour from us in the other direction. There are plenty of attractions, zoos and family theme parks all around us. There are also loads of parks, rivers, water falls & pretty villages to discover so there is lots to do for free.
We are so lucky to live in an area of such historical importance. The more recent history with World War II is all around us with lots of sites, museums, experiences and of course the beaches. Going back further we've got William the Conqueror, his castle at Falaise is well worth a visit and of course the tapestry at Bayeux.
We live next door with our family. We're happy to help whenever required and it's a pleasure for us to see you enjoying your holiday. We've welcomed lots of 3 generation families, multiple families holidaying together, siblings with their families, big families, small families, bikers, teachers on retreat, guests from all over the world, all kinds of people from all kinds of backgrounds and it's been great! We've been here for 9 years, love being here and love what we do!
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- Crib
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Full bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
Bedroom 3: Full bed
Bedroom 4: 2 Twin beds
Beds in other rooms: 2 Sofa beds - 1 Full bath, 1 Shower
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Shared outdoor pool (heated)
- Children's pool
- Swing set or jungle gym
- Trampoline
- Grill
- Internet access
- Fireplace
- Table tennis
- Games room
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
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Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($124.48) £100.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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House rules
About the owner
Angela And Danny S.
- Calendar last updated:
- 22 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 18
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews
Very Good
– based on 7 reviews
Very Good
7 reviews
- Excellent
- 6
- Very Good
- 0
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 1
- Terrible
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“Bikers holiday”
Such a great place to stay .. we were made to feel welcome right from the start and Angie was a total star letting us raid her cupboards for food as we arrived too late for the shops .. the accommodat… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to review us, it's so lovely to read that what we do is appreciated! It was a pleasure to have you as neighbours and we look forward to your next visit.
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“Perfect for families with kids. Highly recommend”
We travelled as a group - 2 single mums with 4 kids aged between 5 and 8. It was perfect...better than we expected. Loads of toys and outdoor activities for the kids on site. The attic playroom was go… More
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Response from the owner Many thanks for taking the time to review us. We wish you all the best and hope to welcome you again one day.
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“Fabulous holiday memories made!”
Our kids cried when we left this beautiful place we called home for two blissful weeks. Quiet and beautifully rustic, Kestrel Cottage did not disappoint. Angela, Danny and their family were brilliant … More
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Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to review us, it was a pleasure to have you as neighbours and we look forward to welcoming you again. Happy memories for us too x
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“Spacious gite with nice grounds and friendly hosts, great for the dogs”
A most enjoyable holiday. We were made to feel most welcome and the family were delightful. The grounds were lovely and enjoyed by all especially the dogs. Our grandson loved the toys especially in th… More
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Response from the owner Thanks for taking the time to review Sue. We wish you all the very best and hope to welcome you again one day.
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“Normandy is a great place!”
There were a lot to see and do in Normandy in general. We liked it very much. Kestrel Cottage is located in very nice and peaceful scenery. The friendly host family lives in the same building than gu… More
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Response from the owner I'm pleased that you have lovely memories of beautiful space and the many things that there are to do around here almost two years after your holiday. You seem to have marked us so harshly because of a smell; there is no smell now so I really can have no idea, two years on, what the problem was. We've seen no sign of humidity issues and no-one has had any allergy problems. None of our many guests since (or before) have menioned such a smell and we are not aware of any problems. We are proud of what we offer and to receive a two star review is really disappointing. I will take heart from all the other happy holiday makers, many of whom return and recomend us to friends. I would urge any of our guests to please raise any concerns with us as soon as possible so that we can address them.
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“Brilliant for young children”
Very welcoming owners. Excellent facilities for young children, very user friendly. Good base for exploring locally. We have already recommended to several friends.
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Response from the owner Thanks for making the time to review us. We wish you all well and hope to welcome you again.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Fantastic holiday, wish we could've stayed forever!”
Had a fantastic time at Kestral Cottage, everything was perfect and we couldn't have asked for more! Angie and Danny are excellent hosts and nothing was too much trouble and we would definately r… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for reviewing us Hayley. We hope to see you again one day!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Angela and Danny (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Angela and Danny (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Angela and Danny (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Angela and Danny the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Angela and Danny (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Angela and Danny (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Angela and Danny (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Angela and Danny (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Angela and Danny (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Angela and Danny (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Angela and Danny (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Angela and Danny (the owner) a message.
If Angela and Danny (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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