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Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside

Family-friendly cottage in Gorges

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
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Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 450 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside

The fairy Mare is a small cottage for 2 to 4 people.
Built in an old barn adjoining the owners' home, this place invites you, among other things, to discover the heritage built in earth and stone clean marshes Cotentin and Bessin, whose traditional techniques have been used to restore the property , dated about 1800.

GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION
At the entrance to the peninsula of Cotentin, Gorges is a small village, located between the landing beaches (25 km), Cherbourg (50 km) and Mont Saint-Michel (90 km). The cottage has the amenities of many small towns around: Périers (10 km), Carentan (14 km), The Hague-du-Puits (15 km), Coutances (25 km), Saint-Lô (35 km) ...
A grocery tobacco bar with bread is located in the village, 2 km from the cottage, open Tuesday to Sunday from 7:30 to 20:30.
For England, La Mare aux Fees is an important stop, near the Cherbourg car ferry (50 km), to reach Paris, Brittany or the South of France.

ATMOSPHERE
The fairy Mare is in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of Cotentin marshes and Bessin, a real natural treasure opening on both sides of the sea: in the bay of Veys (facing the islands of Saint-Marcouf) to the east, to the haven of Saint-Germain and the dunes of Créances to the west.
At the turn of the road is the splendor of manor farms in stone and "mass" (earth), while the water, the land and the sand offer a vegetation of rare species and a rich and precious fauna.

DESCRIPTION OF THE GITE
On the ground floor: 1 living / dining room with 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, 1 kitchenette.
Upstairs: 1 bedroom with 1 double bed, 1 bathroom with bath, separate toilet.
1 baby bed + 1 extra bed 1 person can be made available.
The cottage has a parking space and has its own private courtyard surrounded by greenery, with barbecue and garden furniture.
At the back of the house, the owners' garden is accessible to tenants: you will discover the "fairy pool", and a ping-pong table is left at your disposal.
Only small animals are accepted (small dogs, cats).

EQUIPMENT
Fridge, oven, microwave, 4 hotplates electric, washing machine, coffee maker, electric kettle, toaster, small television, iron and ironing board, drying rack, raclette on request.
Baby equipment: baby bottle warmer, high chair, baby's cot, baby bath.
Private courtyard, barbecue, garden table, ping-pong table, private parking.

TO DO
Beaches (20 km), nudist beach (20 km), sailing (25 km), sand yachting (15 km), ballooning, parachuting, aerodrome (19 km), river walks, boat trips (15 km), golf ( 12 km), swimming pools (14 and 25 km).
Hiking, biking (around the cottage and many marked trails throughout the region), horseback riding, trailer, with a donkey Cotentin (11 and 17 km), canoeing (25 km), tourist base (12 km ), fishing in the river, pond and sea (around the cottage).

TO HAVE
Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel (90 km), Bayeux Tapestry (40 km), discovery area of ​​the Cotentin and Bessin marshes (14 km), landing beaches and museums (23 km), peninsula Hague (40 km), Tatihou island (50 km), parks and gardens throughout the department, manors, castles, churches, abbeys, abbeys (from 2 km), typical villages around the cottage, arts and crafts and local products (from 3 km), museums of art, history and other curiosities (from 10 km), local restaurants and seafood, animal park (43 km), ornithological reserves (around the cottage ), marsh and bog around the cottage.

PRICE
Prices include electricity, including heating in winter, and bed linen.
Are optional (payable on arrival):
- Towels: available for rent for € 5 per person (1 large and 1 small towel).
- The final cleaning: if you do not want to do the cleaning on your departure it will be charged 35 €.

STAY TAX
At the price of the stay is added a tax collected on behalf of the Community of Communes West Coast Center Manche and the County Council of the Channel of 0.55 euros / night / adult.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Composting
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Petits ou moyens chiens uniquement, ou chats.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Lit parapluie, chauffe-biberon

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Gîte Mare aux Fées House Gorges
Gîte e aux Fées House Gorges
Gîte La Mare aux Fées Gorges
Gîte La Mare aux Fées Cottage
Gîte La Mare aux Fées Cottage Gorges

About the area

Located in Gorges, this cottage is in a rural area. Mont Doville and Utah Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lessay Raceway and Aerodrome and Coutances Botanical Garden. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Gorges, Normandie

What's nearby

  • D-Day Paratrooper Historical Center - 19 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church - 27 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Airborne Museum - 27 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Utah Beach - 33 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Omaha Beach - 49 min drive - 54.1 km

Getting around

  • Carentan Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Liberty - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Relais des Forges - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe de la Paix - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kebab House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Central Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside?

As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside on 3 Nov 2025 start from AU$150.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gîte La Mare aux Fées, Parc des marais du Cotentin, between sea and countryside located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of La Haye-du-Puits Tourism Office, Lessay Raceway and Aerodrome and Mont Doville. D-Day Paratrooper Historical Center is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) away.

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