Historic Gite in the heart of the medieval Domfront

Just a 90 minute drive from the ferry port of Caen takes you through the beautiful Normandy countryside to the lively and historic town of Domfront. Situated right in the heart of Domfront in the main square you will find Gite St Julien is the perfect location for a relaxing holiday soaking up the history of the area. Formerly a café dating back to the late 1800 s the property has recently undergone total restoration that has retained much of the character of this wonderful building. Offering luxury three bedroom accommodation you can soak up the atmosphere of this lovely old town. There are numerous bars and restaurants on your doorstep offering quality French fare. Within a few minutes walk you can discover the chateau where Henry II of England regularly visited with his wife Eleanor of Aquitaine. Just an hour away is the magnificent Mont St Michel a "must" for anyone visiting Normandy. For those interested in recent history the D-Day landing beaches are an interesting day trip. If all that is too exhausting just take a few steps from your holiday home and just have a break at the Bistro enjoy a coffee and just watch the world go by. We are open all year round and whether you are looking for that long weekend away or a longer holiday in historic Normandy we have the perfect location for you. As a bonus we can offer you 20% off all standard Brittany Ferries fares making your holiday even more affordable. Code will be issued on booking.