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Discover LA RESIDENCE DES BOIS at Le faulq, Calvados

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Welcome to La Résidence des Bois, your perfect starting point for exploring the hidden gems of Le Faulq and its surroundings. Nestled in Calvados, Lower Normandy, this enchanting setting is ideal for nature and culture enthusiasts.

Begin your day with a visit to the famous Château de Canon, just a few kilometers away. This historic estate offers magnificent gardens and stunning architecture. His...
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La Doucelle, Chambres et table d'hôtes
85 km

La Doucelle, Chambres et table d'hôtes

Welcome to the aptly named Doucelle ... Our Relais de charme, Maison d'hôtes & de cultures is nestled in a pretty little village in the heart of the Normandie Maine Regional Nature Park, on the Mayenne/Orne border, a 2? hour drive from Paris West, and 1 hour from Caen/Laval/Le Mans. Surrounded by forests and hedged farmland, this former presbytery has been lovingly restored by a couple with a passion for music, nature, encounters and the arts, and offers 5 beautiful rooms for rent (from 14 to 38m2, including a family suite), each bearing the name and atmosphere of a cult song from France's heritage. The house, designed as an invitation to relax, contemplate and reconnect with nature and the senses, boasts a number of comfortable areas (large lounges, dining room, cosy fireplace and armchairs, contemporary art, sound therapy room), a terrace overlooking the magnificent 5,000m2 landscaped park (with many trees and a small pond), a large 500m2 vegetable garden with its vegetables and plants (which we use for our table d'hôtes, in addition to a fine selection of gourmet products from the surrounding area for healthy, authentic cuisine). Initiate yourself to sonotherapy, in sound travel mode, and enjoy our massages, to relax in a different way, our hammocks, deckchairs, table tennis table, our many board games (classic and more exotic), or the bowls and tennis courts adjacent to the house. Come and take part in our courses (naturopathy, art therapy, forest therapy...), and let go. Privatise La Doucelle and create a friendly, authentic setting for your corporate events (team building, seminars, conference meetings) or celebrations (birthdays, weddings). To respect the environment and the slow philosophy, La Doucelle attaches great importance to minimising its carbon footprint, and pays particular attention to its energy consumption (geothermal energy), waste management (composting, sorting, zero waste), re-use & recycling (vintage furniture, repairs, wabi sabi), and product sourcing (100% organic, sustainable or local, no toxic products). Find out all about the programme on our website, including the organisation of weekends based around music and well-being (massage, meditation, sound therapy etc)... Calm, cosy, country-style and slow... It's "la Doucelle de vivre"! Find out more about Isabelle and Jonathan, the Slowlydays team.

1 Rue de la Libération 53140 LIGNIERES-ORGERES
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LE MOULIN DE CORDOUEN, 12 PERSONNES
92 km

LE MOULIN DE CORDOUEN, 12 PERSONNES

If you're looking for a wellness break in an unspoilt natural setting, with friends or family, the Moulin de Cordouen, between Mayenne and Orne, offers a quality service with its sauna and Nordic bath on the River Mayenne. The Moulin has been redesigned by an architect to offer spacious accommodation in every room, with bay windows to take advantage of the waterfall and the landscape. The two stone buildings are linked by a glass roof and completely surrounded by wooden terraces. They can accommodate up to 10 people. On the ground floor, the living area - 58m² - is very bright and features a lounge area with large sofas, widescreen TV and pellet stove, a large dining table and an open-plan fitted kitchen, a utility room (washing machine, tumble dryer). A wellness area with sauna, Italian shower and separate toilet, open onto the Nordic bath terrace. Superb views of the river and hills. Sleeping area: 2 bedrooms (28m²), one with 1 double bed (160*200) and 1 single bed (90*200) and the other with 1 double bed (160*200), each with en suite facilities. Upstairs, 2 bedrooms, one with 1 160*200 bed and the second with 3 90*200 beds, a shower room with walk-in shower and wc. The full service includes bathroom linen, including bathrobes for adults, household linen, electricity, wood and pellets (heating). Optional: cleaning (120€), if you do not select this option when booking, a cleaning cheque must be deposited on arrival and returned at the end of your stay if the cleaning is completed. All shops in Pré-en-Pail Samson 7km away and many producers around the gîte (ask for advice on arrival). The spa town of Bagnoles de l'Orne is 19km away. Don't miss the fortified castle of Lassay-les-Châteaux with its 8 massive towers and drawbridge still in use!

Le Moulin de Cordouen 53140 SAINT-CALAIS-DU-DESERT
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Lavoir du Brévedent
744 m

Lavoir du Brévedent

The Brévedent washhouse is a stream-fed washhouse, supplied by the Le Chaussey stream. This washhouse was built in 1903 thanks to funds provided by the mayor of the commune of Le Faulq and was subsequently transferred to the commune of Brévedent. A few years later, in 1910, the shelter located a few metres from the washhouse was built. This shelter, which can still be seen today, allowed the washerwomen to take shelter there during heavy rain or to eat their meals. Unfortunately, the washhouse was destroyed in 1931 due to severe flooding during the winter. It was rebuilt in 1933. Finally, in 2022, the washhouse was restored to its former glory. It is completely open on all four sides and is mainly built of brick, notably the floor, the washboard, the low wall and the steps leading up to it. The washhouse is approximately 10 metres long. The washhouse’s timber framework rests on six posts: three of them are fixed directly into the low brick wall, whilst the other three are secured by limestone flashings. The structure supports the gabled roof, which is covered in slate. If you look closely at the stream, you cannot fail to notice the sluice gate system, supported by cement masonry, which is still clearly visible today. This mechanism was used to regulate the water level. Furthermore, the remains of a washstone are still visible beneath the water. During your visit, you’ll be able to see this wash house by the water’s edge; it’s easily accessible on foot, by bike or by car (car park nearby). You’ll also find the church right nearby to round off your walk.

Place de l'Eglise 14130 LE BREVEDENT
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Lavoir de Saint-Philbert-des-Champs
1.4 km

Lavoir de Saint-Philbert-des-Champs

The washhouse at Saint-Philbert-des-Champs, built in 1906, has a distinctive appearance and history. This washhouse consists of a large rectangular concrete basin and a washing platform with its original clay floor. There is also a low brick wall surrounding the basin. Bricks and concrete blocks lie scattered in front of the basin. These masonry elements are probably the remains of an old basin adjoining the main one. The washhouse is not covered and, as far as we know, never has been. The washhouse is supplied with water by the Fontaine des Boudards (or Fontaine d’Anjou). On closer inspection of the basin, a hole can be seen indicating the presence of a pipe connected to a stream that ran close to the washhouse, serving as a second water supply. Other remains found around the washhouse suggest that the stream may have been diverted to feed the basin. However, in the year following the washhouse’s construction, local residents and councillors noticed a significant design flaw. The water flow was abnormal and the water struggled to flow into the basin. As a result, the locals never used this washhouse to wash their clothes. They simply came there to fetch drinking water. Situated near a walking trail, accessible on foot or by bike, you cannot fail to notice this structure, which stands out for its interesting features and unique history. Furthermore, do not hesitate to stop off at the Brévedent wash house, located a few kilometres away.

Voie de la Fontaine d'Anjou 14130 SAINT-PHILBERT-DES-CHAMPS
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Lavoir de Blangy-le-Château (centre bourg)
3.2 km

Lavoir de Blangy-le-Château (centre bourg)

The newly restored washhouse at Blangy-le-Château dates back to the early 20th century, according to the Calvados departmental archives. The washhouse consists of a rectangular basin made of brick and cement, with two long washing boards divided into two areas. A third area, not overlooking the basin, could have been used for drying laundry on trestles. The structure of the washhouse is made of wood. The structure rests on eight posts fixed to the ground by cement flashings covered with bricks to hold and support the whole. The washhouse is enclosed on two sides by plank cladding and is approximately 10.50 metres long. It is the last remnant of the semi-open area of this size! The roof is covered with slate over the entire frame. The washhouse is located near a water catchment point. A diversion canal carries the water to the basin, which is then drained into the stream. The sluice system used here to hold back and drain the water is particularly interesting and bears witness to a certain ingenuity. As you stroll through the village, you'll discover a wash-house that has been completely restored, while preserving its authenticity and old-fashioned details, all in a calm and peaceful setting. It is easily accessible from the village on foot, by bike or by car (parking nearby). What's more, you'll be able to catch a glimpse of the remains of the village's ancient castle, just a few steps away.

Chemin des Fontaines 14130 BLANGY-LE-CHATEAU
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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾