NORMANDY GITES

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Delightful self catering holiday accommodation located on the border between the departments of Calvados and Orne.
Within easy reach of the popular destinations of Mont St Michel, the D-Day Beaches and Bayeux , Orchard Gites make a great base if you want to discover a little more of this delightful part of France. Whether you are visting the area with your family, as a couple or a single guest you can be sure of a warm welcome! Follow our blog to keep up to date with our news and to find out about the latest special offers.





Thursday 7 February 2013

Valentine's Day in France

Book a romantic spring break at Orchard Gites
If swooning in the arms of a handsome Frenchman is your idea of romantic bliss, then maybe you should be booking a Valentine's break at Orchard Gites!  It's not that we have a a limitless supply of gallant suitors awaiting you but thanks in part to the Duke of Orléans, who wrote love letters to his wife whilst he was imprisoned in the Tower of London', Valentine's Day does have strong links with France. The Duke's love poems to his wife are thought to be what became known as 'cartes d'amitiés' or what we now know as Valentine's cards.
 
Spring time in Normandy is certainly a romantic time of the year.  The pretty gardens at Orchard Gites are full of primroses and violets and birdsong fills the air.  Why not take advantage of our CURRENT SPECIAL OFFER and book an affordable break for two in this lovely area of France.