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Chateau La Cheneviere

Chateaux
Early Modern & Colonial Expansion
5-Star
Escures - Commes, 14520 Port-en-Bessin-Huppain, France
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$313.00 /night for 2 adults View Deal

Highlights

Hosts an annual flower show at the chateau grounds in summer

Popular Amenities

  • Parking
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  • Pets allowed
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Overview

Acquired and transformed into a hotel in 1988, this 18th-century country house is among the finest heritage stays you can find while visiting the shores of Normandy. Built by the Gosset family and expanded in 1880, Chateau La Cheneviere welcomes guests with wonderful suites and rooms alongside a slew of comfortable amenities. The restaurants make use of a permaculture garden, providing guests with delicious meals made with fresh produce. Cultural adventures are plentiful in Normandy. One day you're viewing the Bayeux Tapestry and Norman armaments, and the next you're sunbathing with your pet over at Omaha Beach! That's another great aspect of Chateau La Cheneviere—the hotel is pet-friendly and provides bowls and a basket bed for your fur baby.

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map Escures - Commes, 14520 Port-en-Bessin-Huppain, France
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Local Info

Musée des Epaves Sous-Marines du Débarquement
Omaha Beach
Bayeux Botanical Garden
Nearest Airport
Nearest Railway Station
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History

Chateau La Cheneviere was first founded in the 18th century by the Gosset family, who built the country manor on an estate surrounded by hemp fields. It was expanded in 1880 by Gustave and Pierre Gosset who added extra sections to the home, along with expansive stables for the horses. During World War 2, the chateau was commandeered by Nazi German troops and was used as their headquarters in the area. A French Resistance soldier named Armand Lapierre was instrumental in disabling communications around the chateau just days before the D-Day Normandy Invasion, and a memorial plaque is dedicated to him at the hotel.

Eventually, Chateau La Cheneviere was acquired by Marie-Françoise and Thomas Dicker in 1988. They turned the country manor and estate into a classy hotel. The name La Chenevière is actually derived from the nickname of the building, La Chenevrotte, which means hemp chaff.

History
Chateau La Cheneviere Lawn and Exterior

Design and Architecture
Chateau La Cheneviere is a modern hotel with well-maintained old features. Many parts of the chateau have since been remodeled into facilities and accommodations. Of note are the vast stables built by the Gossets, which are now rooms and suites featuring vintage decor. The conservatory of the estate, on the other hand, has been integrated and made into the restaurant Le Petit Jardin. While it may affect the rustic ambiance for some, the comfort provided by the modernized amenities will make stays much more pleasant.

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Amenities

Popular Amenities

  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Pets allowed

Rooms

Deluxe Double Room

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Room 1 Bed Type 6
Room size 25 m2

Price per night

$403.00
per night price includes taxes and charges
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Junior Suite

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Room 1 Bed Type 6
Room size 35 m2

Price per night

$542.00
per night price includes taxes and charges
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Suite

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Room 1 Bed Type 6
Room size 50 m2

Price per night

$662.00
per night price includes taxes and charges
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Standard Double Room

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Room 1 Bed Type 3
Room size 22 m2

Price per night

$313.00
per night price includes taxes and charges
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Dining

Le Botaniste

The delicious culinary offerings of Le Botaniste are the results of the collaboration between its highly skilled chefs, with each dish prepared to take guests on a gastronomic adventure. Chefs Didier Robin and Hugo Genty ensure quality produce and meats are transformed into the fantastic dishes their vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus are proud to present. Likewise, Pastry Chef Simon Beauruelle never misses out on adding fruits and flavorings grown at Chateau La Cheneviere's permaculture garden, grown by master gardener Pierre Vandaële.

Availability: Tuesday - Saturday evenings

Dining
Chateau La Cheneviere - Le Botaniste

Le Petit Jardin

Le Petit Jardin is a poolside bistrot with an eye-catching glass house design. It was originally the chateau's conservatory. Using the permaculture garden's produce, it offers incredible vegetable plates alongside fish and meat dishes.

Availability: Thursday to Monday lunch and evenings
Reservations: Booking a table is recommended and can be done on Chateau La Cheneviere's official website.

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Chateau La Cheneviere - Le Petit Jardin

Destination wedding

With a vast estate and well-kept surroundings fit for the aristocracy, Chateau La Cheneviere can be an amazing setting for your destination wedding's reception. The historic manor house not only serves as accommodation but also as a beautiful backdrop for your photos. The garden can be set up with a banquet pavilion, and the management can also assist you with finding local entertainers. Inquiries for availability and quotes can be made through the hotel's email.

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Events and experiences

Cultural and Outdoor Experiences

Since Chateau La Cheneviere is somewhat secluded yet close to many historic locations along Normandy's coast, the hotel is an excellent choice for a holiday centered on heritage tours. The commune of Bayeux is close by, famous for its Bayeux Tapestry and medieval buildings, including a Gothic cathedral. There's also a dog-friendly botanical park where you and your fur baby can go for a picnic. The shores of Normandy are also worth visiting for its beautiful coastal scenery and World War 2 memorials. Omaha Beach has long since been cleaned up of any dangers and now features a designated area for visitors with pets.

When guests are not out and about, they can chill and unwind at the hotel's heated pool, or play at a tennis court or golf course. Chateau La Cheneviere also hosts a yearly flower show at its estate grounds during summer, so check the dates if you'll be around for it.

Events and experiences
Chateau La Cheneviere surroundings

Other Celebrations

You can make your birthday or anniversary extra memorable by celebrating it at Chateau La Cheneviere. You can book a private room such as a seminar hall if you need somewhere spacious, or make arrangements at any of the hotel's restaurants for a personalized table or dining room.

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Local Info

Musée des Epaves Sous-Marines du Débarquement

Museum featuring wrecks and artifacts from D-Day (5-minute walk)

Omaha Beach

Sandy beach made famous as one of the most embattled D-Day landing points (20-minute drive)

Bayeux Botanical Garden

Dog-friendly botanical garden and public park (8-minute drive)

Nearest Airport

The nearest airport to Chateau La Cheneviere is Caen–Carpiquet Airport (CFR), 30 minutes away from the hotel by car.

Nearest Railway Station

The nearest railway to Chateau La Cheneviere is Bayeux Station, a 15-minute drive from the hotel.

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Customer Reviews

Location

Great location to explore surrounding areas.

Dining

The food was out of this world!!!