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We were looking for a midway point on our journey to and from Calais and Brittany and came upon La Garenne on this site. As we were spending a week in a commercial site with pools, bars, shops etc we wanted a bit of a quiet relaxing venue. The reviews and right up certainly suggested this site would fit the bill - we weren't dissappointed and really wished we could have spent more than one night each way with Steve and Sue.
The site is a lose term as really you get to park around the mid renovation Manor House. This was a first for ourselves and was quite the most unique venue we have pitched up at. Steve and Sue are two of the most genuine people you could meet. They were extremely welcoming of us and our 2 children. They have a massive enthusiasm for their renovation and the history associated with the house and land.
Our kids loved the cats and kittens - they probably were relieved when we had left for a bit of peace! They also enjoyed visiting the horses which are in a stable behind the house.
It's hard to rate the facilities other than to say we had hook up - linked to a plug in the house, water and there is a flushing toilet. Sounds rudimentary but it was perfectly ok for our stay.
The village is nearby, however on our return trip 15th August we think it was a bank holiday as everywhere was closed when we arrived at 3pm.
The location is about as tranquil as it gets and at night the clear skies reveal a mass of stars.
As we said it provided a perfect relaxing stop over in both directions, just wish we had an extra night. Thanks Sue and Steve
We stayed at La Garenne for one night on our way to Calais from the Vendee. I had searched for sites local to Caen, as this was the halfway point, but had found other sites to be way too large and commercial, with terrible reviews. We stumbled upon La Garenna on the UK Campsites website, and what had been written was very favourable. We were certainly not disappointed. Upon our arrival Steve and Sue greeted us like family, and made us feel very welcome. We were told we could pitch our caravan up anywhere in front of the chateau, and Steve showed my husband where to plug in the electric, get the water etc. Whilst Sue told me where to buy the best local bubbly, and where to eat in the village.
The village was just over 5 minutes walk away and we, and our two children, ate a very lovely meal at the local hotel. There was also a brasserie across the road, which had very favourable reviews, but this was not open until 6. 30pm and the children were hungry after a whole day driving.
We strolled back to La Garenne, and Steve showed us around the work that they are undertaking in the chateau. This history surrounding the building itself is amazing and my husband enjoyed learning about the German troops that had occupied it during WWII. In the meantime Sue introduced myself and the girls to the beautiful Highland Ponies in the grounds and my daughters enjoyed giving them all a cuddle and good scratch. There were also several young kittens running around playing and we all enjoyed fussing them, and briefly meeting a tiny kitten that had only been born the day before. We all sat in the beautiful garden and chatted until the sun went down. It really was like spending an evening with old friends, rather than staying on a site.
Sue also showed us around the holiday gite, which she was cleaning ready for guests to arrive the next day. It, too, is beautiful and if we didn’t have a caravan we’d want to come back and stay in there ! I especially liked the super-king-sized bed, which looked rather more inviting than our caravan bed.
The next morning my husband wandered back to the village to get break and croissants from the local boulangerie, and we ate them in the sunshine, and drank coffe and tea with Sue and Steve again. We didn’t leave until long after midday and we all felt refreshed and relaxed.
We will definitely be back. Thank you again for a truly wonderful stay. Out of this world. We’ve told all our friends. Xxx
We used this site as a stopover whilst travelling home from southern Brittany.
The location is great, just 10 mins from the AutoRoute. The site was also quite easy to find.
Facilities were good, toilet and shower were clean. The scenery was lovely, it was a bit noisy on the night we stayed, the local farmer decided to use his Combine Harvester until 11:30pm, but after this it was quiet again.
The local town of Auney is very pleasant with shops, restaurants and a great Boulangerie.
We have just arrived back from a great holiday with our friend in France where we stayed at Chateau La Garenne, the owns Steve & Sue were fantastic, could not help enough, advised us were to shop, and the best restaurants in Aunay Sur Odon. We were on holiday to visit the WW2 war greaves and beaches so they told us all the back roads and where to go, what great people they are.
The CL site is very basic just an elsan point, and water tap, they sited our caravans write in front of the Chateau with a beautiful view overlooking Aunay Sur Odon as they are renovating the Chateau and hope to have it finished by the autumn. The site is very convenient form the port of Ouistreham just 30 miles and ideal for site seeing around Normandy, If you like horses they bread lovely little white stallions which in an evening came and visited us( just being nosey ) as we relaxed with our glass of wine enjoying the evening sun.
What more can I say the site is basic but situated in a lovely part of France, Steve and Sue could not make you more welcome than they do, as our friends say first class people.
If you are looking for quiet relaxing holiday I would recommend Chateau La Garenne to any one, trouble is if too many people find this site we my not be able to get booked in the next time we go. Steve and Sue we are coming back so save us a place.
BRILLIANT. I can fully support all previous comments.
We are travelling without children and are new to the camping world.
We arrived at La Garenne later than planned, I'd kept in touch with Sue re our delay, and was amazed at their helpfulness including being prepared to wait up for us until after midnight. In the event we arrived by 8pm, very tired but happy to have arrived.
We drove from Dieppe (allow 3 hours) easy drive good roads and signposting.
Sue provided very helpful local directions.
The tree lined drive leading to the main house is immediately relaxing and tranquil, the small number of pitches means it doesn't feel like a campsite and every pitch has a fantastic view over the fields and very quiet countryside.
It was an added bonus for me having Sues beautiful ponies around to get my equestrian fix.
Sue and Steve are 2 of the most hospitable generous friendly and helpful people you could wish to meet and go above and beyond to make their guests feel welcome and settled,
Combining this with the exceptional surroundings and easy walk to the lovely village where you can find all the amenities you need, it really is an ideal location which I can't recommend highly enough, particularly for people looking for peace and tranquility in beautiful surroundings.
I will be revisiting in October and this will undoubtedly be my annual stop over en route to our friends in Brittany each year.
I cannot recommend this site highly enough, there are absolutely no down sides to this site in my opinion.
This was our first excursion in the Campervan across the water to France. We took our time driving from Calais, taking around 6 hrs in total to La Garenne. Sue had emailed instructions from Caen which were 'spot on'. Once we opened the big gates into the property we knew we had found the perfect spot. A stunning avenue of flowering chestnuts drew us down to a picturesque Chateau, nestled into unspoiled grounds, with views across the fields. We immediately 'hooked up' and marvelled at the quietness and bird song. Two Highland stallions came to inspect us and later in the evening Steve popped over for a chat and to introduce us to the local Calvados. WE were so private that we were able to leave the camper van door open all night long, enjoying the incredible night sky and quietness.
La Garenne sits just 5 mins walk from the Village of Aunay Sur Odon with bars, restaurants, markets and other local amenities. We were able to have daily explorations to the Beaches of Normandy in the camper van. Cycling on the local roads was safe with little traffic as was walking/running.
Sue and Steve are wonderful and hospitable and did everything, and more, to make our extended stay so enjoyable. We stopped off on our return and took the ferry from Ouistreham to Portsmouth which was an easy 40 minute drive.
It is definitely one to visit again and again and again.
A very enjoyable week at Chateau la Garenne, we stayed in one of the gite/Barn conversion cottages, which were fabulous - 2 bedrooms, bathroom and a kitchen with every utensil and gadget you would need and Sky TV.
A lovely view of the surrounding fields, looking out onto the Owners horses.
Sue and Steve really looked after us. Advising on local places to eat, shopping facilities etc.
The main purpose of the visit was for the World Equestrian Games. We did however visit the local town where there were plenty of places to eat, a selection of shops and easy access to a number of Supermarkets stocking everything we could need.
The location is easily accessible from either Le Havre or Caen ferry and the main motorway/ ring road is easily accessible.
We also visited a number of the WW2 Normandy beaches and towns whilst using this location as a base to come back to each evening. So you get all the benefit of a rural location with a short easy drive to access main motorway routes.
Spent a lovely evening at Chateau La Garenne in our touring caravan as part of our recent visit to France. We were looking for an overnight stop whilst travelling from Benodet to Calais and this location was half way and conveniently located just off the A84.
The English site owners were friendly and extremely helpful, being campers themselves and were able to offer us lots of good advice for touring in France. The location is wonderful with the village of Aunay Sur Odon having many local amenities. We pitched in the grounds of the chateau, a lovely old building with adjacent cottages and stables which were full of character. The chateau is just on the outskirts of the village at a slight elevation so the village could be seen in the distance.
The site services were simple, water and electric hook up were provided, there are no shower blocks, pool or bar
The views from our pitch were fantastic and we spent a lovely evening sat outside the van enjoying a BBQ and bottle of French wine whilst enjoying sunset in the peaceful surroundings and watching the horses and occasional deer in the neighbouring field.
Ideally we would have liked to stay longer to further explore the area, and possibly visit the nearby zoo with our two young children, but our travel plans prevented this, however we will definitely return next time round and would recommend to others!
If you are looking for a nice relaxing retreat then this is the place!
We have stayed here twice now and each time we have been made so welcome by Sue and Steve, the owners. The cottage, which they rent out is very well appointed and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. We stayed in front of the Chateau with our classic caravan on the first occasion and, as we had no shower in it, they allowed us to use their own shower, which was very kind. The views from the site are lovely and it is very peaceful. There is only a short walk to Aunay Sur Odon which has everything you need in the way of facilities. Sue and Steve are very helpful and we shall be visiting them again. Very highly recommended.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
Rallies Welcome 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
No Laundry 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
Motorhome Point 
No Wifi Access 
Shop <1 mile 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
No Fishing 
Wild Swimming <5 miles 
Indoor Pool <5 miles 
Outdoor Pool <5 miles 
Horse Riding <1 mile 
Cycle Hire <1 mile 
Golf <5 miles 
Tennis <1 mile 
Beach <10 miles 
Watersports <10 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring <10 miles 
No Sea Views 
Working Farm 
Campfires Allowed 
Open All Year 
Riverside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
We were looking for a midway point on our journey to and from Calais and Brittany and came upon La Garenne on this site. As we were spending a week in a commercial site with pools, bars, shops etc we wanted a bit of a quiet relaxing venue. The reviews and right up certainly suggested this site would fit the bill - we weren't dissappointed and really wished we could have spent more than one night each way with Steve and Sue. 
