Explore La vieille-lyre, Eure, Haute-Normandie charm

This gîte is located in the Parc Normandie Maine in Ravigny, on the borders of the Mayenne (Mont des Avaloirs), Sarthe (Alpes Mancelles) and Orne (St Céneri-le-Gérei: most beautiful villages in France). An undulating site, with remarkable views over the bocage countryside. La Muletière is close to Mont des Avaloirs (highest point in the Armorican Massif, 417m). Numerous hiking trails. 3km from the VéloScénie Paris/Le Mont-Saint-Michel, at Saint-Denis-sur-Sarthon. La Muletière is a spacious 130m² accommodation, with large living rooms on the ground floor, 2 bath/shower rooms, 1 separate toilet and 3 bedrooms. Overhanging sheltered terrace, very large garden of 1500m² where children love to hide! Swing set. Unenclosed land. Less than an hour away, enjoy the spa town of Bagnoles de l'Orne, with its casinos and spa. Shops: Saint Denis sur Sarthon (2.5km), Saint Pierre des Nids (6km), Pré-en-Paille (10km), Alençon (10km).

Stay in the "Rêver ailleurs" eco-domain and enjoy all the comforts of home, in miniature! The windows and terrace offer a marvellous view of the animals in the meadow: llamas, goats, donkeys, ponies... The caravan has a fully-equipped kitchen, 2 bunk beds for children, a bedroom with a double bed and a bathroom with shower and toilet. Private wooded area adjoining. The "Rêver ailleurs" eco-domain is just 5km from the Mont des Avaloirs lookout point, in the Alpes Mancelle, in the Normandie Maine Regional Nature Park. An exceptional stopover on the Véloscénie (Paris / Mont St Michel cycle route). Small towns with character, hiking and mountain biking trails, water sports centre and accrobranches less than 15km from the site. Shops in Saint Pierre des Nids 5km away. Alençon 19km. Breakfast, picnic basket and packed lunch available on reservation. Out and about? The Domaine can accommodate your horse in the meadow. Electric bikes: recharging point available. Other on-site accommodation: tent pitch, a yurt for 2 people (H53H030046), an Indonesian hut for 2 people (H53H030041), each with its own private Nordic bath, a 4-person caravan with outdoor spa under a pergola (H53G030050). Rental of 4 units for up to 12 people: H53G030042.

Upstairs from the town hall by outside staircase: entrance with sofa and TV, living room and fitted kitchen (induction hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge with freezer), bedroom (6 single bunk beds) and a second attic bedroom (double bed 140 x 190 cm, 2 single beds 90 x 190 cm), bathroom (3 showers, 2 washbasins, 2 WCs, washing machine with dryer). 3rd floor with mezzanine: 4 single beds 90 x 190 cm. Beds equipped with comforters and disposable sheets. No storage units. Cleaning included. Small dogs accepted on request. Room for bikes or motorcycles. River and petanque court 300 m away and public electric vehicle charging station. Unenclosed garden of approx. 500 m².

For a break with friends in the heart of nature, book one of the four unusual accommodations at the Rêver ailleurs ecodomain. It's hard to choose between the exotic Indonesian huts and the yurt, each with its own Nordic bath, and the more fully equipped trailers. One of them has a spa for 4 people. You can also enjoy meals together in the large tent next to the Annexe. The site is just 5km from the Mont des Avaloirs lookout point, in the Alpes Mancelles. Part of the Véloscénie cycle route from Paris to Le Mont Saint Michel is within easy reach. Numerous activities less than 20 km from the estate: Petites cités de caractères de Frenay-sur-Sarthe et Saint Léonard des Bois, water sports centre at Saint Cénéri-le-Gerei (10km), accrobranche at St Léonard des Bois. Waymarked footpaths for horse riding, walking and cycling. All shops in Saint Pierre des Nids, 5km away. Alençon 19km. Breakfasts, picnic baskets and packed lunches available by prior arrangement (48 hours). Electric bikes for hire on site. Horses welcome in the meadow.

La Ferrière is a lovely little village with typical streets, small washhouses and beautiful Norman houses. The market hall on the square dates back to the 14th century. It holds a market every Sunday morning. The 12th century church has an elegant bell tower. Temporary exhibitions are organised in the former renovated tanneries. The village is immersed in a peaceful and joyous atmosphere. And listen very carefully, you might hear wind instruments...

In the heart of the Norman countryside, the picturesque village of La Ferrière-sur-Risle conceals an unexpected exhibition hall. Restored to its former industrial style and located in an old leather factory, the Cultural Centre welcomes numerous talented artists (painters, sculptors, photographers, etc.) as part of its programme of temporary exhibitions.

Saint Foy's Church, topped with a 52-metre high spire, was completely rebuilt at the end of the 15th century. With its sober Flamboyant Gothic architecture, the church gives an impression of harmony and grandeur with its apse overlooking the Rouloir river. Inside, have a look at the 22 16th century stained-glass windows that are 10 metres high and form one of the most remarkable examples of glass art of the Renaissance period in Normandy, as well as the various 16th and 17th century statues.

Overlooking the Rouloir valley, the town of Conches-en-Ouche is surrounded by a forest that is well-known by hunters. Stroll down the streets, explore the squares, and have a look at the keep, the 15th century half-timbered houses, the former abbey with its vaulted cellars, the 16th century stained-glass windows, that are all part of the town's significant cultural heritage. Do not miss: the Glass Museum dedicated to the local glass artist, François Décorchemont, and to contemporary glass makers.

In the heart of the Norman Pays d’Ouche, grasp the art of glass making in one of the rare Glass museums in France. Blowing, casting, cutting... glass becomes art. A delight to the eyes. From works made by François Décorchemont, born in Conches and a leading figure in glass art, to those made by the Leperlier brothers, Jean-Claude Novaro, Yan Zoritchak and Jean-Pierre Umbdenstock, the museum provides an overview of contemporary glass works in France. Every year, artists' exhibitions show the vitality of this art. Good to know: Décorchemont (1880-1971) was one of the greatest contemporary glass artists; his work is very distinctive and includes the stained-glass windows of St Odile's Church in Paris and of more than thirty churches in the Eure.

In the Pays d’Ouche, find out about the regional collective memory thanks to thousands of daily life objects and tools. Nestled in the arboretum, the large restored barn, which houses the museum, is in itself, a piece of the collection. Masses of objects and tools from Normandy are displayed. Organised into themes, they reveal how life in Normandy was in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Craftsmanship is also given pride of place with the showcase of old crafts: farrier, shoemaker, saddler, etc. A building is dedicated to apples. It is a pleasant way to discover or re-discover little-known or even lost traditions. In summer, activities and temporary exhibitions are organised for rural life lovers. The arboretum neighbouring the museum comprises an interesting conservation orchard where more than a hundred varieties of apple trees are displayed.

The arboretum in Conches-en-Ouche was planted in 1995 in a typically Norman bucolic setting. This green, slightly rolling open space comprises 120 tree species coming from Asia, Europe and America. More familiar trees from Norman gardens (oaks, cherry trees, elms, hornbeams, etc.) can also be seen in this park located around the Rouloir river. The apple tree conservation area enables visitors to identify about one hundred different species of cider or eating apple trees.

An exceptional and unique encounter with the last surviving French manufacturer of pins and needles: BOHIN France! Nestled on the riverbank, this factory is still in operation, working with the same ancient expertise and old machines as those used in times gone by. BOHIN France is the only remaining French manufacturer of pins and needles (180 years of business, with products distributed in over 35 countries). Explore 2000m2 of production workshops where the company's employees work away, and discover the factory's huge, contemporary museum. Please note: employees do not work on weekends, but video screens take over to show you how the machines are operated during the week.

A Renaissance Château, built in 1544 on the foundations of a feudal chateau said to belong to Semblançay, a minister to Francois 1. Site of the L'Aigle meteor shower in 1803. The outside of the chateau can be visited all year round. Guided tours of the interior are available on Heritage Days.

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Relaxing place: a fireplace, cotton tablecloths and towels, elegant and cosy atmosphere, where the studied lighting enhances the works of the artists on display. In addition to the home-made preparation of breads, sorbets and ice creams, Jérôme Lambert also cooks seasonal, à la minute meals. Located at the traffic lights in Chandai, a small village eight kilometres from Center Parcs (Les Bois-Francs) and L'Aigle, the Ecuyer Normand offers a quality, fair table. Free Wifi. Dear guests, Within our establishment, we respect barrier gestures and social distancing. All our premises, furniture and equipment are regularly disinfected. Wearing a mask is compulsory for you (except once at your table) and the staff. Hydroalcoholic gel is available at different places in the establishment. Also in order to facilitate the respect of all the sanitary measures which are imposed to us by the current situation, we privilege the reservation. We look forward to welcoming you in our establishment.

Take a break at Nouveau Pacha and enjoy burgers, sandwiches and tacos.....

Traditional restaurant, in a warm and friendly setting, we have 4 rooms including 1 reception room with about 60 covers and 3 private rooms. Groups from 20 people group menu from 32.00€ All our menus are available on our website. We cook with fresh and local products. We take the necessary measures to welcome you in the best conditions to satisfy you, and the safety of our staff.

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Ideally located in the centre of L'Aigle, the Brasserie La Renaissance (the "Re" for its friends) welcomes you in a friendly atmosphere and without fuss. The chefs offer you a menu made from fresh products at very reasonable prices.

A local café in the town of l'Aigle, with terrace, open from 7am to 8pm.

Tearoom. Pasta bar. Board and video game bar.

pizza, salad, pasta, meat, dessert. Putting in place of the barrier gestures, HYDROALCOHOLIC GEL at disposal, compulsory wearing of masks, installation of plexiglass, credit card terminal. soon menu on set of table to protect at best our customers.

Follow the pretty Risle valley to reach the "Orée des bois" on a vast area of 3 hectares of forest. In a clearing from where you can surprise deer or squirrels, you will love this large, really comfortable house, designed and thought out for your holidays. It offers a pretty living room that is both warm and bright, all open to the outside and its two terraces, a large kitchen perfect for preparing good meals and 4 beautiful bedrooms, 2 of which have private bathrooms. On the leisure side, board games for indoors and of course plenty of games to imagine in the woods. Emilie and Rodolphe warmly welcome you and will share their good addresses with you in this beautiful region of southern Eure. Entrance on the ground floor, with cupboard. Beautiful spacious and very bright living room converted into a comfortable dining area on one side and on the other the very nice red leather lounge near the stove: it opens onto the 2 terraces. The kitchen is functional and very well equipped, with a scullery which still offers storage and gives access to the garden. A bedroom with also access to the terrace, with double bed and private bathroom. The toilets are detached. Upstairs, 3 good-sized and bright bedrooms, each with dressing room and view of the forest: the "wood" with double bed and single bed, the "green" with double bed 160x200 and private bathroom, and the "twin". Also a bathroom with wc and an area with a shower with jets.

For those who like bargain-hunting, or to enjoy and discover the heritage of the Norman territory, the gite "Les Quatre Saisons" and its surrounding activities will be perfect for you! This 19th century, restored, brick house adjoins a large farm house (organic vegetables). Ground floor: living room with fireplace, kitchen, shower room, toilet. 1st floor: 3 bedrooms (2 double beds, 2 single beds, 1 cot), toilet. Swing, slide. Heated swimming-pool (31°C) on the spot opened from the 1st of May to the 1st of October, depending on the weather. A 200m² enclosed private garden. Near Conches forest.

This family castle was entirely restored after a terrible fire in the 80's. Now, it welcomes you in a wonderful park of 5000m² at the heart of a wooded property. Ground floor: large living room, sitting room with fireplace, kitchen, scullery, toilet with washbasin. 1st floor: 7 bedrooms (2 bunk beds, 3 single beds, 4 double beds, 1 cot) - 5 with bathroom and 1 with shower room and washbasin. Fuel central heating. Microwave. Table tennis, sun loungers, boules area.

Skilfully restored, this former manor house, surrounded by water, offers great comfort and exceptional character. It is the starting point for great hikes. You have a 2300m² unfenced private garden. You will appreciate the space and the quality offered. GROUND FLOOR : spacious kitchen dining-room, lounge, 3 bedrooms (1 double bed in each one), shower room, bathroom, toilet. 1ST FLOOR : 3 bedrooms (2 single beds in each one), bathroom with toilet. Microwave, fuel heating. Fishing on site (carp, tench, roach and perch), no need to have a fishing licence. Be careful to not to spoil the site, the water filled moats are still intact. To relax, a pétanque strip is available.

In the heart of the forest, you'll discover this lovely, small gite which may be the starting point for strolls or hikes. The owners furnished this detached and comfortable gite near of the farm for your children's pleasure. A 2000m² fenced garden with a sun loungers and deckchairs, half-covered terrace. Swing, table tennis, billiard table, table football. Ground floor: large living room with kitchen and fireplace, 1 bedroom (1 double bed) with shower room, which communicates with another bedroom (1 single bed), 2 toilets. 1st floor: 2 bedrooms (1 double bed, 2 single beds), bathroom, toilet. Playroom shared with another gite. Microwave, baby facilities.

In this small village of the Pays d'Ouche this pretty house was enlarged of a very luminous winter garden. This large living room lined with an opened kitchen and a fireplace brings great comfort to all. Well equipped, with a walled garden, quiet, it is a beautiful address in this region rich in history, very close to Beaumesnil Castle and in the heart of a relaxing countryside. Animals are welcome. On the ground floor: Large living room with very bright winter garden. Opened kitchen, separate toilet, bathroom with shower and bathtube, laundry. A bedroom with 3 single beds 90x180. On the 1st floor, a big landing with games for children, two bedrooms with 1 double bed 140x190. Beautiful enclosed garden of 2000 m², with heated above ground swimming-pool (4.80 m), pets allowed.

This old country house has been converted into a nice and comfortable cottage, very current in terms of comfort and decor. In a hamlet in the forest of Conches, you can go for beautiful walks around. Private enclosed garden of 300 m². Possibility of parking up to 3 cars next to the cottage. Ground floor : kitchen with dining area, beautiful living room with fireplace opening onto the terrace, bathroom with 1 sink, large walk-in shower and toilet, 1 bedroom (1 double bed). 1st floor : 2 bedrooms (1 double bed, 2 single beds, possibility of a third extra bed, cot with high chair). Grass for horses on 2 ha, swing. Deckchairs at your disposal to refine your Norman tan.

Surrounded by forests, Sainte Marguerite de l'Autel is a pretty village which offers a peaceful stay in the countryside. This country house in bricks makes you enjoy its vast 2500 m² garden planted with fruit trees. Many games available (swing, sandpit, slide, tennis table, soccer nets, rackets games,...) and relaxation furniture. Pond nearby. Covered shelter. Ground floor : living room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen, relaxation area with desk, bathroom, room with washbasin (1 double bed, 1 single bed), wc. First floor : 2 bedrooms (3 single beds, 1 double bed, 2 cots), bathroom, wc. Accessible from outside, 1 room with access by outside (TV with DVD player) (1 double bed, 1 single bed), shower room with wc.

An adorable little countryside area just above the picturesque Risle valley, fields as far as the eye can see and just nearby, the Beaumont forest. To take advantage of this, Lydie and Alain have designed this pretty traditional house for you, making it as comfortable and pleasant as possible. And the result is there ! It is really a small cozy and elegant nest, very neat. Quality is everywhere and the whole is spacious and bright, each bedroom has its own bathroom. Without forgetting the welcome that will be reserved for you : at the top ! You enjoy a large garden, a beautiful terrace and a beautiful view of the countryside. Nearby, two very nice villages : Beaumesnil, with its superb Louis XIII castle and its conservatory vegetable patch, and the Ferrière sur Risle, full of charm with its covered market. On the ground floor : entrance onto the terrace onto the beautiful living room : modern and very well equipped kitchen, garden-style dining area and lounge with English-inspired decor, very warm. Master bedroom with its bathroom (large shower) and direct access to the garden. Separate toilets in the corridor with hand basin. Upstairs, you arrive on a large landing with a nice relaxation area, sofa and small play area for children. The room, small and attic, is no less pretty and quite functional. Beautiful colorful bathroom with a nice view of the fields and a real dressing room. You have an outbuilding with garage. The large garden, 1400 m², is closed on the street but not entirely on the side.

Ground floor: living room with fireplace and kitchen area, 1 bedroom (1 double bed), shower room with toilet. 1st floor: 3 bedrooms (1 double bed, 4 single beds), shower room, toilet. Fuel central heating. Microwave. Wifi access. Gîte labelled "Tourism and Handicap". Next to the gite, a small building reserved for the gite. Comfortable and bright, this house proudly shows off its pastel timber-framings. A huge renovation means it offers an excellent level of comfort and a good practical sense. Bright and colourful, the gite will charm you, as well as the typical local landscapes of the "Pays d'Ouche" and its secret paths. Fishing on site. ( no direct access to the pond; it's at 500m from the gite)