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Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats.

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Outdoor dining
Pool
Interior
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 184305.6 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Saint-Saëns, Normandie
  • Saint-Saens Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Jardin Agapanthe
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Parc de Cleres
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Dieppe (DPE-Saint-Aubin)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats.

The main house sleeps 12/14 is 400 square metres on two floors.
(Annexe sleeps 4 more - description below) Total 16/18 guests.

In the main house there are 6 double bedrooms, 2 with an extra bed and each with ensuite bath or shower rooms . Oak beamed ceilings and fired earth tiles throughout ground floor. Fully equipped open plan kitchen, 2 sitting rooms, dining room, utility room and 2 halls. 120 square metres of open terrace with barbecue. The dining room seats 20 and the kitchen is large and efficient enough to cater for a group taking the whole house.
Satellite television, good internet connection, ping pong, pétanque, games area with football, badminton, 12m x 6m heated swimming pool and open views of the gardens and park The swimming pool is open from April to October, it is covered by a large structure allowing for swimming in all weathers.
Secluded garden and ample parking, access to 5 acres of landscaped parkland.

Linen and towels provided, the beds are prepared.
Beach and swimming pool towels not provided.
Weekly cleaning of bedrooms included.
In he main house there are, 3 double and 8 single beds with hypoallergenic latex mattresses. l please see bedroom layout for complete info.

In the annexe barn there are 2 bedrooms each sleeping 2 per room with a private sitting room. There is a shared bathroom with shower, bath and wc.

In total the property can cater for 16/18 comfortably.

Situated in a small rural hamlet 3km from the charming town of St Saëns and the magnificent forest of Eawy, the largest beech forest in Europe. 1 hour 45 from Calais, 1 hour Le Havre, 40 minutes Dieppe and clean unspoilt beaches.

Property manager

Kate Blacker
Premier Host

Languages

English, French
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Week-end checkout 16.00 Sunday

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Saint-Saens

Located in Saint-Saens, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Sculpture Garden and Saint-Nicolas d'Aliermont Clock Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mesnières Castle and Tour Jeanne d'Arc. Travelling with kids? Consider Jardin Agapanthe, or check out an event or a game at Euro Dieppe Karting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as horse riding in the area.
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Saint-Saëns, Normandie

What's nearby

  • Saint-Saens Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Jardin Agapanthe - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Parc de Cleres - 18 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Rouen Cathedral - 28 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Dieppe Ferry​​ Port - 38 min drive - 38.2 km

Getting around

  • Monterolier-Buchy Station - 11 min drive
  • Rouen (URO-Rouen - Seine Valley) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Le Relais des Hayons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Croissanterie - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Au Souper Fin - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Le Relais Normand - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country house ideal for big families, groups of friends & corporate retreats. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Jardin Agapanthe and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Parc de Cleres. Parc du Bocasse and Sculpture Garden are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August 24

What a wonderful stay for a family with young children. We thoroughly enjoyed our week and Kate was the perfect host. An unknown corner of rural France with lots to visit. We will come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

Our Canadian add UK family met here for a much anticipated reunion. This is a gorgeous property that provided plenty of space for ten adults and six children. The house is lovely with a well stocked kitchen, lots of comfortable sitting areas, and a great patio where we sat outside for meals and evening chats. The grounds are beautiful and we really enjoyed the big pool. Kate was a lovely, helpful host. All in all a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorable family experience with excellent host

Our family had an incredible, memorable stay in the Normandy region, steeped in history, which was based out of Kate’s lovely estate and enriched by her kind facilitation and personal involvement with the welcoming local community. We stayed in the main house, which provided ample private sleeping areas and lovely communal areas for cooking, eating, and socializing (both inside and outside) by our 11 adult family members. The highlight of our stay was meeting with some of the local residents to share remembrances of some poignant experiences from World War II, and Kate went above and beyond to help us make connections and share our stories. Kate has a wealth of knowledge about the local area and the rich history enshrined there, and we are grateful for these deep and personal connections. We will be forever indebted to Kate for her enriching contributions to our experience. We used Kate’s estate as a home base, which was well situated for exploring the greater Normandy region and returning to a tranquil spot for the evenings. The gardens are quite beautiful, and we wish we’d had more time to enjoy the pool and the grounds for playing family games. We highly recommend this estate as a wonderful gathering place for families and friends, whether it be to explore the region, enjoy a peaceful respite, or both. We would love to return to enjoy more time there. Again, we thank Kate for her warm hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Eleanor F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely slice of Norman tranquility!

We had a lovely stay at Kate's place, which was ideally suited for a big group of 8 adults and 6 kids under 5. The domain in which the house is situated is superb, with lots of space for kids to play. The weather wasn't great, so the indoor covered pool was a great asset in that regard! The house itself is large and well-equipped, especially the kitchen. The floors upstairs were very creaky and the showers are a bit dated, but that was our only observation in an otherwise fantastic place. Kate herself lives on the domain, which was completely fine for our group but is something for visitors to be aware of. The barn, which has three bedrooms and separate living space, was perfect for one of our families, but is separated by Kate's house in between and is a 5 minute walk away from the main house. Again not a problem in itself, but something to be aware of if you are travelling with small children who would sleep there in the evening -- we needed a mobile app baby monitor as the signal of the normal device did not travel. Big thank you to Kate for her warm welcome and responsiveness, we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARTINE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super week end dans une maison très agréable

Nous avons passé un merveilleux week end familial dans la propriété de Kate. La maison est très agréable et très confortable ( nous étions 18 dont 4 enfants) avec une mention spéciale pour la cuisine ( très conviviale et très bien équipée). En plus de la piscine la maison dispose d'un grand espace extérieur où petits et grands ont pu s'ébattre et courir. Nous rêvons déjà d'y retourner. Merci beaucoup à Kate pour son accueil ( Kate est très réactive et très arrangeante)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour

Nous avons passé un agréable séjour en famille dans ce beau domaine très cosy et bien équipé - la propriété se trouve dans un énorme coin de verdure tout ce qu’il faut pour décompresser - nous remercions aussi la propriétaire pour sa gentillesse et son écoute - sans problème nous reviendrons
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Élise D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour

Excellent we entre amis dans ce gite tout équipé avec un parc très agréable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

The property was ideal for the wide age range of our group with areas for relaxation and quiet and a fabulous covered pool which was popular with the children. Very well equipped and comfortable. Good communication with the host and seamless check in and out. Altogether a really great holiday venue.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

isabelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour pour 4 générations

Très agréable séjour dans ce domaine pour notre famille de 19 personnes, de 1 à 91 ans, répartie sur les trois sites, permettant une vie diurne et nocturne variable et adaptée à chaque génération. Propreté impeccable, agencements charmants, sobres et efficaces. Kate est accueillante, gaie, chaleureuse et disponible. Entre vaches et chevaux, l'environnement champêtre est calme et revigorant. Les espaces communs (terrasse, patio, cuisine, salons) sont vastes et agréablement organisés. Le parc est très grand et bien entretenu, avec une petite note un peu sauvage très sympathique. L'équipement est suffisant pour des séjours de vacances. Les chambres et salles de bain fonctionnelles (à noter: deux chambres en enfilade = 3 lits simples). La piscine est parfaite, grande, protégée et chauffée, confortable. A noter: s'il y a bien une chambre accessible aux PMR, la piscine est éloignée du bâtiment principal et s'y rendre en chaise roulante (via chemin caillouté et gazon) ou pour une personne affaiblie sur le plan moteur est fort ardu . Saint-Saëns, tout proche, regorge de bonnes adresses (on recommande vivement la boutique "Le Verger de la Varenne" et le boucher qui est juste en face: la Boucherie de Centre sur la place principale).
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham R.

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Full marks

A good range of facilities in an extensive property. Maintained to a high standard. No complaints whatsoever except for the proliferation of wasps - but inevitable in the countryside in an August like this
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stéphane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Je recommande fortement

Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour dans ce magnifique gîte. Kate la gérante de ce gîte est très gentille et attentive à nos demandes. Les lieux sont très propres et agréables ainsi que la piscine Je recommande vivement ce gîte
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Chris W.

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Great Family Holiday

A great place for a family holiday - all 17 of us! Lots of space for children to run and play - the pool was a HUGE favourite with the kids and adults. Super fully equipped kitchen and dining areas inside and out big enough for us all. Not 5-star luxury, but for converted farm buildings in rural France it was comfortable and welcoming. Thanks Kate.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-emmanuel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un lieu idéal pour se retrouver entre amis

Nous avons organisé un séjour entre amis avec des enfants. La propriété est parfait pour recevoir tout ce beau monde (15 adultes et 4 enfants) avec plusieurs espaces grand, on ne se sent pas à l étroit. Salle de bain dans toutes les chambres (vrai plus) grande table pour recevoir au moins 20 adultes et cerise sur le gâteau il y a deux bâtisses donc ceux qui souhaitent le calme peuvent aller dans la petite maison. Les propriétaires sont plus que charmant à l écoute et toujours disponibles ils vous font sentir comme chez vous Et la piscine très très grande chauffe et couverte c était la cerise sur le gâteau
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fanny C., Vernouillet

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Beau domaine agréable et bien équipé.

Très Bien équipé et aménagé. Nous avons passé un bon week-end idéal pour grande famille. Très bien accueilli. A refaire !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Célia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe !

Cadre magnifique et maison tout à fait adaptée pour accueillir un grand groupe. Nous avons passé un excellent moment. Très bien accueilli par Kate. Merci beaucoup !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Baptiste Q., Geneve

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Good experience in Normandie

Good experience, nice is big and convenient for welcoming many couples as rooms have separate bathroom. Summer was rainy so garden wasn't at its best state though.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jesse v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heerlijke week

Met 18 vrienden hadden we een heerlijke week bij Les Ecuries. Het huis is prachtig, ruim, de kapel en het tweede huisje van 6p maken het ideaal voor kleine gezinnen binnen je vriendengroep (we hadden twee jonge kinderen mee). St Saens is om de hoek en heeft alle voorzieningen. Kate was supergastvrij en snel te bereiken. Het zou fijn zijn om eens terug te gaan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

François-Xavier G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week-end au top en campagne Normande

Très bon séjour passé au domaine les Écuries ! Kate est chaleureuse et avenante, très disponible. Domaine vaste, bien équipé avec de multiples activités possibles.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Lorraine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bon séjour deconnexion

La propriété se trouve dans un bel écrin de verdure. Parfaite pour un week end entre amis ou famille et la propriétaire est très sympathique et arrangeante. Je recommande vivement !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christophe K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gite tres agreable pour un week end

Tres beau gite, tres propre et tres bien amenagé. La proprietaire est à l'ecoute et son accueuil a été tres convivial. Nous avons passé un excellent week end.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hélène S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bon séjour

Le lieu est très beau. La maison est grande et bien équipé. Super piscine. Nous avons passé un super week-end.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hend T.

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Très bien !

Très bien ! Bel endroit avec tout ce qu’il faut pour passer un excellent séjour !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cécilia B., arnouville

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Génial

Nous avons passé un très beau week end pour un anniversaire en famille rien de mieux.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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Week-end mémorable entre amis

Cette maison est incroyable, on a le sentiment de revenir dans une maison de famille alors qu'on la découvre. Les équipements (cuisines et chambres) sont parfaitement adaptés au grand nombre de convives. Le parc est magnifique et l'accès à la piscine chauffée après la pluie et le froid de novembre fut grandement apprécié !!! Merci encore pour ce week end.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bertrand H.

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Bravo

Lieu et accueil d'une qualité exceptionnelle. Grande réactivité de la propriétaire.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Kate Blacker

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