Accommodation:
Do we stay at one place? Yes. It's more relaxing. It also saves the hassle of packing and moving on. So we radiate out each day.
"La Pognandiere"
There are three bedrooms:- 2 with King-size beds, 1 with twin beds.
Within 4 miles of Camembert (cheese!). It is equally close to Mont Ormel - the Corridor of Death - and the Battle of the Falaise Gap. Mont Ormel was the 'Gap' through which the German 7th Army was escaping and was sealed by the Poles in August 1944. During that horrific 4 day battle 10,000 German soldiers perished.
countryside.
This former residence of the village mayor, Victor Boisson (1834-1899) is set deep in Normandy's beautiful and peacefull 'Pays d'Auge'.
On a hillside known as 'La Pognandiere' and on a quiet country lane with lovely views over the Valley de la Vie, this friendly accommodation is ideally situated for sightseers, tourers and those seeking a restful retreat away from it all.
Each room has a television and the facilities for making your own tea or coffee. Ideal for the early riser or, unfortunate insomniac.
All rooms are furnished with beautifully appointed ensuite shower/bath, wash basin and toilet facilities.
The spaceous lounge, with its comfortable sofas, backs onto the tendered gardens so one can sit and ponder the beauty of the lush Normandy countryside.
Breakfast is Continental and includes Croissants, bread, a selection of cereals, fruit juice, tea, coffee.
Your hosts Paul & Chris are English and can help give you inside knowledge of the area. They have good humour and will help make your stay relaxing, informative and enjoyable.
"Manoir de St Croix" A truly rare opportunity to stay in an authentic 16th century Manor House. Situated on the valley side it commands very pretty views across the valley of the Vie.
Full of history, the Manor of St Croix has been occupied for the past 500 years by members of the same family. During WWII this Manor was occupied by the German Wehrmacht and later by the 2nd Waffen-SS Panzer Division Das Reich soon after they had committed the attrocity at Oradour-sur Glane www.oradour.info/ . 
Tastefully furnished in period decore, it offers 2 double rooms each with accompanying shower / bath, and toilet facilities.
Jacques and Beatrice will be pleased to show you their enchanting home and will make your stay warm, welcoming and a fond memory.
Nearby sites:
'Mont Ormel' (3km) famous for the Battle of the Falaise Gap where the Poles plugged the escape route of the German retreat and effectively ensured the destruction of the German 7th Army. Thus bringing the Battle of Normandy to a close.
'Camembert' (4km) a tiny village world famous for its cheese.
'Tiger' Tank (10km). One of only two 'Tiger' Tanks remaining in France.
Travelling & Transfers:-
How do we link up if we:-
b) Go via the Chunnel to Paris and catch a train from Paris St Lazare to Lisieux.
c) Fly with CityJet from London to Deauville Normandy:-
Standard sea crossings to, and from, the U.K. take approx. 6 hours.
At the end of your tour we will deliver you back to the Station or Ferry Port for your onward journey.
We can book ferry tickets on your behalf, and book you into a B&B in Portsmouth for either or both legs of your journey. Click Here
What kind of vehicle do we Tour in?
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Bookings / Reservations
When should we make a booking? Should we book early?
Yes, book as early as you can. This is a small company and so there are only a limited number of places (6) available at any given time. Once you have decided on your holiday movements it would be prudent to reserve a place.
Dates
What do we do if the dates we want aren't shown on the schedule?
Currency
European local currency is now the Euro . One Euro is roughly equivalent to $1.50 dollars.
How much do I need? You require money for entrance fees to museums, gardens etc. (approx. 6 euros pp), lunches whether they are in a Bistro (approx. 15euros pp) or picnics (5 euros pp) and 2 evening meals taken in local Bistros/ Restaurants (approx. 20 euros pp).
150euros pp should cover you adequately. Money can always be obtained at an ATM.
Special Requirements
If you have special requirements e.g. Diet etc. please inform us, so that we are able to help you.
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1) fly-in to Paris?
2) are already in France?
3) are in the UK?
Catch a plane from London City Airport, which is just three miles from Canary Wharf, and connected to the London Underground via the Docklands Light Railway. http://www.cityjet.com/dyn/pages/destinations/ to Deauville where we will pick you up.
Crossings by Fast-Craft take approx 3.5 hours
You will be touring in the comfort of a
7 seat, Volkswagen Caravelle.
It would be especially prudent to book if you are forming your own group. It would avoid losing the dates you want.
We are quite willing to 'pencil you in' as it helps give us an idea of the forthcoming year's requirements. However, a reservation is only considered 'firm' on receipt of a deposit.
If you have any doubts, please ask by e-mailing - Info@NormandySafaris.co.uk
Ask for the dates you want.
Remember:- It still costs nothing to Ask !
UK Office at:- 57 Raley Road, Locks Heath, Southampton SO31 6PB, UK