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                                     Tranquility in Normandy, France

Welcome to La Grange, Normandy, France

Welcome to Les Hirondelles (No.2) your home from home Normandy gite.  Built in the 19th century , this stone barn and cow shed, have been lovingly converted into two large holiday homes. Completely self contained, and independent gîtes, each with its own outdoor dining facility and BBQ. Situated just outside the village of Contrières in a small hamlet, La Planche Bourdon, just 7km south of the beautiful Normandy cathedral city of Coutances. 

The Area

The Normandy countryside is agricultural, peaceful and quiet. There are small towns and villages dotted around. Nearby towns each with their own wonderful markets, on different days of the week. Not to miss are, Villedieu-les-Poeles on Tuesday, Granville on Saturdays, Coutances on Thursday. These markets overflow with fresh, local grown produce, delicious French cheese, wine and so much more.

About Us

We are Shirley and Clive, retired.  We have lived in France for a few years. These days we travel more. Holidays abroad for ourselves and many trips to UK to visit friends and family. We feel the need to do this for the grand children especially (all 13 of them). We spend a lot of time here in France too and sometimes pop by to say hello to our gîte guests.

Why We Chose Coutances

It was a sudden decision to sell up and come to France; one that we have never regretted. We knew what we wanted, a typical French conversion and we found Les Hirondelles. The gîtes tick all the boxes but have taken a few years to bring the gardens alive. We have loved every minute of it.

The Unique Benefits of this Gite.

Peace and quiet come to mind instantly. Clean air and no pollution. Fresh bread hot from the boulangerie, croissants and honey. Miles of empty beaches: Miles of empty motorway you can almost believe that you are the only ones in the country. Lovely clean beaches and quiet country lanes. A garden to sit in and watch the sun go down. What more could you ask for?

Find out about our other gîte: www.normandygite.uk.com

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