La Chenevière

Relaxing 18th-century château-hotel surrounded by rose gardens and set amid 30 acres of grounds, just minutes from the D-Day beaches. The 29 luxurious guest quarters in the château (limited A/C) and two other converted structures are individually decorated with an appealing mix of classic and contemporary furniture; some feature private patios and marble fireplaces. Restaurant serves classic regional cuisine, including delicious local seafood, in a refined dining room with picture windows overlooking the grounds; also a cozy cellar bar. Lovely terrace, walled garden with large heated outdoor swimming pool (open mid-May to end of September), tennis and croquet, plus adjacent golf course.