But it is much more than that: it is an experience to be enjoyed, a timeless interlude where comfort, authenticity<\/strong> and nature<\/strong> meet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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1. An exceptional natural setting \ud83c\udf33<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Normandy offers the perfect balance between sea, countryside and forest. Whether you are a lover of bucolic landscapes or a keen hiker, you will find what you are looking for here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From our cottage, you can easily access :<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Walking trails<\/strong> through hedgerows and centuries-old forests, where birdsong accompanies your every step.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Idyllic panoramas<\/strong> as far as the eye can see, between green hills and apple orchards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Charming villages listed as historic monuments<\/strong>, with its half-timbered houses and traditional markets, where time seems to have stood still.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The Orne department, where La Druti\u00e8re is located, is a hidden gem. Still untouched by mass tourism, it reveals a more intimate, authentic side of Normandy, with peaceful rivers, traditional farms and flamboyant sunsets over the hills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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2. A comfortable and flexible alternative \ud83d\udecc<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Opt for our gite<\/em><\/strong><\/a> allows you to live according to your desires, without constraints, in accommodation designed to offer you The comfort of home... elsewhere.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can prepare your meals at your own pace, enjoy private spaces, and choose your activities according to your mood. No more hotel schedules or forced wake-up calls for breakfast !<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is ideal for :<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67\u200d\ud83d\udc66 Families with children<\/strong> : there is space for everyone, and children can play freely in the garden or enjoy the games available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83d\udc91 Les couples en qu\u00eate d\u2019intimit\u00e9<\/strong> : peace and quiet, a roaring fire, walks hand in hand \u2013 everything you need for a romantic getaway.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83d\udc6f\u200d\u2642\ufe0f Groups of friends<\/strong> : convivial moments around a barbecue, table tennis tournaments, aperitifs at sunset<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83d\udcbb Teleworkers<\/strong> : Reliable Wi-Fi, complete silence, inspiring nature... it's the perfect combination for working differently.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83c\udfe0 Normandy cottage for rent: discover La Druti\u00e8re<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Located in the Orne department, at the crossroads between the Perche region and the Alpes Mancelles, The Druti\u00e8re<\/strong> is a spacious and welcoming holiday cottage in Normandy, designed to accommodate both small and large groups, with all the comforts you need for an unforgettable stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Equipment :<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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- \ud83d\udecf\ufe0f 6 bedrooms<\/strong>, which can accommodate up to 13 people<\/strong> : ideal for large families or gatherings with friends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Fully equipped kitchen<\/strong> : hob, oven, dishwasher, large fridge, coffee machine... everything you need to cook just like at home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83d\udecb\ufe0f Cosy lounge<\/strong>, with comfortable sofas and a wood-burning stove for cosy evenings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83c\udf1e Heated swimming pool in season<\/strong>, with sun loungers and relaxation area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83c\udf33 5,000 m\u00b2 wooded garden<\/strong>, with shaded areas for reading or napping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u26bd Playground<\/strong> with a swing, badminton, table football, table tennis and a large area for playing ball games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83d\udcf6 Fast Wi-Fi connection<\/strong>, secure private parking<\/strong>, and of course, separate entrance<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
All in one quiet setting<\/strong>, far from busy roads. Here, the only sounds you will hear are the wind rustling through the trees and birds singing as they wake up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udc49 Book this Normandy cottage directly on ladrutiere.com\/reservation<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83c\udf0d What is there to do around our cottage in Normandy ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Our Normandy gite is located in the heart of a region rich in heritage<\/strong>, outdoor activities<\/strong> and culinary discoveries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udeb6 Nature activities nearby<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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- Hiking in the Alpes Mancelles<\/strong> : rugged landscapes, green valleys, breathtaking views. A real playground for nature lovers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cycling or trail running in the \u00c9couves forest<\/strong> : miles of marked, shaded trails, perfect for recharging your batteries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Canoeing on the Sarthe River<\/strong> : glide along the water to the rhythm of the current, between ancient bridges and wild riverbanks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\ud83c\udff0 Heritage & culture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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- Saint-C\u00e9neri-le-G\u00e9rei<\/strong>, ranked among the most beautiful villages in France, is a must-see. Cobbled streets, art galleries, a church perched on the hillside... a place full of charm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The Ch\u00e2teau de Carrouges<\/strong> : imposing and refined, this red brick castle is home to a fascinating history and French gardens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Alen\u00e7on<\/strong>, with its lace listed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, also offers museums, markets and picturesque streets to explore.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\ud83e\uddc0 Normandy terroir to savour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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- Taste the Camembert AOP<\/strong> directly from the producers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Refresh yourself with a craft dry cider<\/strong>, or try out a calvados<\/strong> aged in casks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Stroll through the local markets<\/strong>, where the stalls are overflowing with apples, honey, charcuterie and Normandy delicacies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Book a table at a farmhouse inn<\/strong> pour d\u00e9couvrir des plats du terroir cuisin\u00e9s avec passion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83d\udcc5 Why book a holiday cottage in Normandy all year round ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Contrary to popular belief, Normandy is not just for summer holidays. Each season reveals a different but equally charming side to the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \ud83c\udf38 Spring<\/strong> : The hedges are in bloom, the birds are singing, it's the perfect time for nature getaways and long weekends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u2600\ufe0f Summer<\/strong> : the swimming pool awaits you, barbecues are held one after another, and evenings are spent under the stars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83c\udf42 Autumn<\/strong> : The forests are adorned with orange and gold, it is the season for apples, invigorating walks, and comforting dishes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u2744\ufe0f Winter<\/strong> What could be more magical than a stay by the fireside in a cosy cottage, just a stone's throw from the Christmas markets ?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
And above all, Our cottage is open all year round.<\/strong>, with a personalised welcome, advice on current activities, and equipment suited to each season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83d\ude4b\u200d\u2642\ufe0f FAQ \u2013 Gite Normandy: what our visitors ask<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Is the cottage suitable for children ?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yes ! We provide a cot, high chair, play area, books and board games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do you accept pets ?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Upon request, we accept certain well-behaved pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Is the cottage isolated ?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It is quiet, with no immediate neighbours, but only 5 minutes from a village with essential shops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do you need a car ?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yes, a car is essential for fully exploring the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83d\udd17 Liens utiles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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- \ud83d\udc49 Book the Normandy La Druti\u00e8re holiday gite<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83d\udc49 Any questions ? Contact us<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83c\udf0d Alpes Mancelles Tourisme<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83c\udff0 Carrouges Castle<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
\ud83c\udf3f Pourquoi choisir un gite en Normandie pour vos vacances ? Vous cherchez \u00e0 vous \u00e9vader de la ville, vous ressourcer en pleine nature ou simplement passer du temps en famille ? Louer un charmant gite Normandie, c\u2019est profiter d\u2019un h\u00e9bergement ind\u00e9pendant et chaleureux dans l\u2019une des plus belles r\u00e9gions de France.Mais c\u2019est bien plus […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":27398716,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[57,59,70,58],"tags":[64,66,69,62,61,60,67,68,55,48,65,52,63],"dipi_cpt_category":[],"post_folder":[],"class_list":["post-27398710","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-le-gite","category-famille","category-normandie","category-vacance","tag-activites","tag-barbecue","tag-dormir","tag-famille","tag-la-drutiere","tag-le-gite","tag-location","tag-logement","tag-mont-saint-michel","tag-normandie","tag-piscine","tag-restaurant","tag-vacance"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27398710","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27398710"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27398710\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/27398716"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27398710"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27398710"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27398710"},{"taxonomy":"dipi_cpt_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/dipi_cpt_category?post=27398710"},{"taxonomy":"post_folder","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/post_folder?post=27398710"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
- \ud83d\udc49 Any questions ? Contact us<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u2600\ufe0f Summer<\/strong> : the swimming pool awaits you, barbecues are held one after another, and evenings are spent under the stars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Refresh yourself with a craft dry cider<\/strong>, or try out a calvados<\/strong> aged in casks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The Ch\u00e2teau de Carrouges<\/strong> : imposing and refined, this red brick castle is home to a fascinating history and French gardens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cycling or trail running in the \u00c9couves forest<\/strong> : miles of marked, shaded trails, perfect for recharging your batteries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Fully equipped kitchen<\/strong> : hob, oven, dishwasher, large fridge, coffee machine... everything you need to cook just like at home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \ud83d\udc91 Les couples en qu\u00eate d\u2019intimit\u00e9<\/strong> : peace and quiet, a roaring fire, walks hand in hand \u2013 everything you need for a romantic getaway.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Idyllic panoramas<\/strong> as far as the eye can see, between green hills and apple orchards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n