Le Castel is a classic Napoleon III chateau which specialises in all-inclusive family holidays in the summer. The idea is that Le Castel is luxurious for parents but fun for kids.
We also do weddings and whole house bookings for special parties at any time of year.
This small chateau has just four suites, which each have two bedrooms. Le Castel is run as a chambres d'hotes (guest house), which makes it a friendlier, more relaxed environment than a hotel.
We also have three cottages in the grounds - usually for self catering guests, but they get to enjoy the salon in the main chateau, the terrace and all the children's facilities in the grounds. We offer free tea, coffee and soft drinks in the chateau salon. There is also free ice cream for kids in the play marquee.
Outside of June 30 to September 15 we operate as a B&B and welcome couples. Two of the suites split into four individual ensuite rooms that can be rented singularly.
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LAST MINUTE AVAILABILITY -
The 2011 season was a complete sell out and we are now taking bookings for 2012. Some weeks are already sold out in August.
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NEW FOR 2012 - a suite for granny and grandpa
Our brand new Comte suite has been designed with granny and grandpa in mind, but it is also ideal for a family with just one child. It is a small but perfectly formed suite on the ground floor.
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We specialise in:
Luxury all inclusive family holidays - From the beginning of July to the middle of September we only offer week-long all inclusive breaks for families. The chateau and grounds are full of toys and it is meant to feel like a home from home. We have a very relaxed attitude to noise, breakages etc! We are aimed at 0 to 8 year olds but we often get families that also include older children. We have most things you need for a holiday with a baby or toddler - high chairs, cots, changing mats, baby baths, potties, toilet steps etc. Le Castel has been voted one of the top family-friendly places in the world by The Guardian (October 2011), The Sunday Times (February 2011) and the Daily Telegraph (2008).
Whole house bookings - rent all rooms on a self catering, B&B or all inclusive basis. Ideal for a special birthday party, a wedding, anniversary or just a get-together with friends or family. Perfect for around 12 to 14 guests (with or without children). Up to 20 guests if you take the cottages too.
Self catering cottages - We have three self catering cottages in the three acres of grounds. Two of the cottages have two bedrooms and the other has one bedroom. However, at Le Castel you don't just rent a cottage - you have a holiday experience. Self catering guests can use the salon and terrace at the main chateau and enjoy free tea, coffee and soft drinks. You also get full use of all the facilities in the grounds including the play marquee where children can help themselves to free lollies and ice creams. The play marquee is full of toys and has 65sq metres of soft play area.
Le Castel is near all of Normandy's top tourist sights - including the stunning monastery at Mont St Michel, the D Day landing beaches and the Bayeux tapestry.
Le Castel offers luxurious and versatile accommodation. You can hire anything from one room or suite on a Bed and Breakfast basis to the whole chateau for a party or wedding. The three suites become individual rooms with the turn of a couple of keys.
Larger parties can also hire one or all of the three self catering cottages
In summer there is an above ground swimming pool (5.5 metres/18ft diametre, not heated) plus a huge Camelot style play marquee (65 sq metres of soft play area) filled with toys for young kids, two large trampolines and a woodland den area.
There is easy access from the ferry ports at Cherbourg, Caen and St Malo, which are served by Brittany Ferries. They are all around an hour away. Calais with its ports and Eurotunnel is around 3.5 hours on very good roads.
B&B
Our rooms are named after historical French figures:
Emperor suite - Napoleon (double) and Josephine (twins) rooms
Roi suite - Marie Antoinette (double) and Louis (twin) rooms
Dauphin suite - The Charles VII (double) and Joan of Arc (triple) rooms.
Comte suite - suitable for Granny and Grandpa or for a family with one child.
They are all completely different and are furnished with local antiques. Some rooms have ensuite showers while others have bathrooms.
The Marie Antoinette and Charles VII rooms can be rented singularly at 155 euro a night for B&B for two people.
The Louis and Joan of Arc rooms can be rented singularly at 140 euro a night for B&B for two people.
The Napoleon and Josephine rooms can only be rented as a suite.
Two bedroomed suites are from €220 to €280 euro a night for B&B for a family of three or four. Dinners are available some nights.
B&B is not available during July, August and the first two weeks of September, when we are an all inclusive family resort only
All inclusive family holidays
Le Castel is a haven for young children during many of the school holidays, when our marquee becomes a big play zone with soft flooring and loads of toys. There is also an above ground swimming pool (not heated), den area, swings etc. We offer children's meals at 5pm so adults can sit down later to a peaceful dinner.
Our four suites manage to be child friendly and luxurious (quite a tough thing to pull off!)
Each suite consists of two interconnecting rooms and kids will find a box of toys and story books to keep them amused.
One of the suites can take up to four children while the other two are designed for two or three children.
During July, August and the first two weeks of September we only offer all inclusive family packages. We aim the all inclusive holidays at 0 - 8 year olds but children of all ages are welcome. Read more
Self Catering Cottages
We have a row of three cottages in the three acres of parkland.
Voici has two bedrooms and two bathrooms plus a dining kitchen and lounge.
Votre has two bedrooms, one bathroom, a second toilet plus a large open plan reception room with four sets of double French doors.
Voila is in the middle of the two larger cottages. It has one bedroom, ensuite shower room and small lounge with a kitchenette. Voila can only be rented along with Voici and/or Votre - it is great for grandparents or friends coming on holiday with you. It is not available in the peak season.
Parties
Le Castel is an ideal venue for a special party with family or friends. We have hosted many 40th, 50th, 60th, 70th and 80th birthday parties plus Golden Wedding celebrations. Le Castel is also ideal for vintage car rallys, golf breaks etc. With exclusive hire you have the choice of self catering or we can do all the cooking for you. Prices from €500 to €700 a night for self catering. Read More
Weddings
Le Castel is a fairytale venue for weddings. We have a natural cathedral of trees with sails flying out of them for your blessing and there is a Camelot style marquee with two spires that can seat up to 65 guests. Le Castel is meant to feel like your own home for the duration of the wedding stay. We can take care of all the preparations for your big day, but we encourage you to get involved as much as you would like to. Read more
Sightseeing
Le Castel is perfectly located to visit Mont St Michel, the D Day landing beaches and the Bayeux tapestry - 45 mins to an hour away. They are the big three, but there are also beautiful chateaux, ruined castles, great beaches, forests, abbeys, cathedrals, zoos and theme parks. There are also foodie trails or an antiques tour we can send you on. Deserted beaches are 15 minutes away. Read more
