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Stop Over at The Manoir de Maffrecourt in Champagne
Ardenne, France!
Perfect For a Superior Overnight Champagne Stopover or
Short Stay in France!For a short break or
overnight "Champagne stop-over" in France we offer first class
accommodation in the relaxing surroundings of our 5 acre country home in the
Champagne-Ardenne. We can accommodate up to 10/11 people (when you book
both gites). Choose from either our 1st floor
"Mirabelle"
apartment within the Manoir and sleeps 6 people or our garden
"Cerise" cottage
which sleeps 4 people, both are fully furnished to a high standard and come
complete with everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable long or short
stay in Champagne. The perfect
Ski Stopover
when travelling to the slopes this Winter or to the mountains this
Summer! |
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Where we are
Just
three hours from Calais, we are ten minutes from the A4 Autoroute also known as
l'autoroute de l'Est (the Eastern Motorway) that travels 482 km (299 miles)
between Paris and Strasbourg and forms parts of European routes E25 and E50.
The main autoroute for Strasbourg, Metz and Luxembourg connecting to all the
major ski routes and all directions south. We are ideally placed for a short
stopover to break up your journey and send you on your way refreshed and
relaxed. We're only
45 minutes from Reims and Metz and only 40 minutes from the
Champagne
Houses in Reims and surrounding villages. Have a great day out at
Disneyland Resort Paris, just 90 minutes along the A4
autoroute. Stopover in the Champagne region, "Real France"
on your way to Belgium, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany or
Luxembourg! |
 What
we offer
Our aim is simply to provide you with a stay that combines
the privacy and relaxation of your own self contained apartment with the all
the services that you would enjoy from a bijou hotel. Because this is our
home, we are on hand 24 hours a day to help you in any way we can. Travel
advice, internet and email service, full
 WiFi
connectivity, telephones, a full range of excellent Champagnes, wine and cognac
for you to choose from our 24 hour help-yourself service reception area.
Electricity, unlimited hot water, towels and bed linen are included in the
price of your stay. An excellent menu of home prepared meals
is available to enjoy in your apartment or cottage... "Sandra's
mastery of French cooking has to be tried to be believed!" complemented
Peter from Australia and Beata, a Restaurateur from London exclaimed "order
your breakfast and dinner which Sandra prepares for you with passion - Highly
recommended"and Christian a chef from the Netherlands confirmed "our
pre-ordered meal, the Boeuf Bourginion was delightful!" . We also have a
new larger 23m2
swimming pool for hot summer days!
For families
We
welcome families with babies and children. Cots and high chairs come as
standard at no extra charge and we provide a selection of toys and books in
your rooms as well as outdoor toys for the garden. If you have time to explore
the area, we have a large selection of adult and children's bikes which can be
hired for a day or by the hour.
The choice is yours
Choose
between a self-catering stay, half board or bed and breakfast option. Both our
accommodations have fully equipped kitchens and dining areas if you choose a
self-catering stay, our local town is just ten minutes away and has a selection
of supermarkets and restaurants. If you prefer not to cook,
a menu of home cooked,
freshly prepared evening meals are available and can be pre-ordered when you
book your stay, the menu includes vegetarian options. We can serve a classic
French breakfast to set you up for the day, tea and coffee facilities are
provided in your kitchens. All meals can be enjoyed in the privacy of your
accommodation or in the garden.
Stay Longer
If you would
like to visit us for a longer stay, go to our website
www.champagne-gites.com where you will find lots of
information on us, the region, the Champagne and much more. We are open all
year and welcome guests from all over the world so come and join us soon, we
look forward to meeting you.
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Your Recent Feedback ....
Clients have said ....
 Gite Cerise Cottage
"Our stay for a weekend in January was splendid! Arrival was easy,
even without SatNav.
Given the winter Grant had been so nice to keep the
retro stove lit all day so it was nice and warm. We quickly asked for our
pre-order meal, the Boeuf Bourginion, which was delightful! the Dampierre
champagne tasted fantastic after a long 5 hour drive! Slept like babies
afterward.
Breakfast was getting fresh croissants from the local bakery
that visits the property by car. Then we inquired about a champagne tour. Due
to the season, Dampierre was closed but the alternative (Pommery in Reims) is
highly recommended too! Upon return, the two couples staying at the property
had a local tasting. Hosted by Grant and Sandra, we had a fantastic afternoon
and evening! Great stories! Great tastings! Great company! We must return in
Spring/Summer for a tasting outside, on the grass and under the tress. It must
be magic!
Facilities in the apt were fully in order. Good kitchen. TV/music
fine. Cozy couch. Wonderful shower! And for travelers: I recommend using the
A26/A4 route even when coming from BeNeLux. It's much easier and comfortable. "
Christian from Netherlands - January
2010
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Gite Cerise
Cottage
"We recently stayed here for
a few nights. Sandra and Grant are very friendly and welcoming, but also gave
us plenty of space. They had some good tips and seemed to have thought of
everything. We arrived early and they still let us check in. Drinks being
available around the clock was a fabulous bonus and Sandra's meals were
excellent. Its a good base for checking out the champagne houses and wandering
around their garden and local area was very relaxing. A lovely, relaxing stay!.
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Andrew from London, UK - October 2009
rated 5 out of 5 for Value,
Rooms & Service Via
TripAdvisor
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Gite Mirabelle
"This is the second time we've visited the Manoir de
Maffrecourt and this time we stayed in Mirabelle gite - we'd gained a child
since last time! We had a 6 month old and a 2 yr old and they both loved it -
as did both myself and my husband. The gite is great - it's modern, had plenty
of space for the 4 of us, and although the stairs were steep (as mentioned on
the Manoir's website) my 2yr old could negotiate them and of course we carried
the baby. This was mixed with a real genuine rural Frenchness, particularly in
the welcoming reception area and the amazing garden to expore and enjoy. The
really handy thing was that everything was provided (even toys, steriliser,
childrens' plates, cups cutlery etc.) which when travelling with a baby and a
toddler was ideal. Sandra's home cooking was just fantastic (and much
appreciated!), the drinks available 24 hrs were great, and the swimming pool
was a real bonus - both our children loved it and it was exactly as we expected
it to be, given the photos and the measurements on the Manoir's website.
Finally, Grant and Sandra's welcome and personal touch was fantastic - they
really had thought of everything we could possibly need. They also couldn't do
enough to make our break perfect and were there whenever we needed them, but
also gave us the space and privacy we needed to have a fantastic family
holiday. There's no doubt we shall we back for a 3rd time - and we've already
recommended this place to 2 other friends with children!"
Louise from
London, UK - September 2009
rated 5 out of 5 for Value, Rooms, Location,
Cleanliness & Service Via
TripAdvisor
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Gite Cerise
Cottage
"Just what you'd want from a
break in the French countryside, Grant and Sandra were great hosts, attentive
and sharing all they could to help us enjoy our stay - from the fruit trees in
the extensive orchards to the lines of wonderful herbs outside the gite, we
just loved the place. A lovely atmosphere was provided too which had obviously
taken a lot of thought and preparation. "
Christian from Devon, UK -
August 2009
rated 5 out of 5 for Rooms, Location, Cleanliness & Service
Via
TripAdvisor
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Gite
Cerise
"A lovely end to a our
two week trip in France and we would've loved to have stayed longer. Great
location, lovely cottage, wonderful home cooked food, perfect grounds and
excellent facilities for a toddler. "
Sarah from London, UK - August
2009
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Gite Cerise
"We spent 3
nights and 4 days at the Manoir as an adult antidote to 3 nights and 4 days at
Eurodisney. We were a little concerned that our children, aged 12 and 9, would
become bored after the full on action of Disney but they loved it. They lapped
up the freedom to go and explore, climb trees, to be independent. We had a
fantastic relaxing time.
The Gite we stayed in was clean and
bright, had all the facilities you could need, including a full kitchen. The
Gite opens onto a magnificent lawn with the orchard beyond, ideal for laying on
the provided sunbeds in the sun or under the trees in the dappled shade. The
grounds extend to some 6 acres and then onto a farm track with fields all
around. It was so nice to be able to walk to the end of the garden, onto the
farm track and then wander among the fields. We had a couple of great walks
spotting numerous butterflies, birds of prey and a couple of hares. Didn't
manage to get up early enough to see the deer but the kids had fun following
the tracks.
We booked dinner for our first night, very nice and good
value after the extortionate prices at Disney. We also had a lovely breakfast
delivered in the morning. The town is about 5 minutes away in the car and has a
couple of supermarkets, restaurants, banking facilities etc. The Manoir itself
is a charming building and the owners are doing a magnificent job of
refurbishment, you get a real feel that it is an organic living thing and yes I
am jealous.
The owners were always happy to stop for a chat and answer
questions about the Manoir that I'm sure they must have heard a thousand times.
And finally my youngest daughter asked as we left for home "can we do this
holiday again next year" ? " I think we have had enough theme parks for a
while" I replied. " No not the Disney bit, the bit in the cottage, in the woods
, with the dog" she retorted
I think Walt could take a lesson in how to
really appeal to kids and adults!
Kevin from Kent, UK - May 2009
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rated 5 out of 5 for Value, Rooms, Location, Cleanliness & Service Via
TripAdvisor
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Gite
Cerise
"It was our first trip (we
were 3 single friends) to the Champagne country and we could not have been any
happier with this lucky find! Grant and Sandra were incredibly gracious &
personable hosts, the home cooked meals were amazing, and the on-site
champagne/wine/beer/apple juice bar was just perfect. The Manior is very
charming – you can buy fresh bread from a delivery truck every morning!
– and the garden on a nice, sunny day is particularly wonderful. The
tranquil setting and stunning views at Manior Maffrecourt could not be beat.
And if you want a break from the champagne, there are other very interesting
sites nearby, like the largest WWI American Cemetery in Europe. Just make sure
you have a GPS or a really good map because those little country roads can be
quite confusing. "
Andrea from Amsterdam, The Netherlands - May 2009 -
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Gite Mirabelle
" Superb accommodation in a beautiful, tranquil setting
within easy reach of all major destinations within Champagne. Grant and Sandra
could not have been more helpful, and we look forward to booking our next trip
to the Manoir."
Craig from London (UK) - May 2009 -
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Cerise
"Wonderful welcome from the owners who couldn't have been more
helpful. The cottage was charming, well equipped and with a very comfortable
bed. Our dogs loved being able to have a good run in the grounds. Delicious
evening meal and breakfast. Wish we could have stayed longer! ."
Mark
Rowsell, Pershore (UK) - March 2009 - rated 10/10 for service, staff,
cleanliness, comfort & value - via booking.com
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 Mirabelle
Complete peace and quiet was what we were looking for
and that is exactly what we got. We had the most lovely relaxing holiday.
Sandras cooking was a godsend - delicious and meant very little time spent in
the kitchen which is always welcome on holiday! Both Grant and Sandra were
wonderfully welcoming and charming hosts. We also brought our dog, who had the
best holiday ever and was happily exhausted every day after running around with
Hector. I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to get away from it
all.
Lucy from the Hague - March
2009
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Mirabelle and Cerise "Fantastic setting with
fantastic owners who really made all of us feel at home."
Katy from
Amsterdam - November 2008
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Cerise "Very peaceful, our gite was overlooking the gardens with fruit
trees and sounds of a nature. Gite was very clean and had all the essentials
that we required. Owners are very friendly and helpfull, they have organized
our trips to local champagne houses and a wonderfull trip to Disneyland Resort
Paris. The location is perfect to do as much as you want or as little as you
wish to. When visiting the Manoir dont forget to sample a wonderfull jams and
fruit juices that , the owners are making from the own fruit trees. You can
also order your breakfast or dinner which, Sandra prepares for you with
passion.Highly recomended, good value for money, friendly and relaxing
athmosphire. We will be back."
Beata and Adrian from London, UK -
October 2008
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Mirabelle "The Gite Mirabelle was
clean and very comfortable. Grant and Sandra are excellent hosts, and Sandra's
mastery of French cooking has to be tried to be believed! There were four of us
and we all enjoyed our stay immensely. The location provided an ideal base for
us to travel to Reims and Epernay, and also to Verdun. Well recommended."
Peter from Canberra, Australia - October 2008
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Cerise "We have had such a wonderful holiday, the welcome has been warm
and you have given us great tips and advice which has made our travels easy and
stress-free!
Jack has loved the gardens and never wants to leave and
Hector is now his new best friend! The Gite has been beautiful and our
evenings of B-B-Q and the most wonderful sunsets have been fantastic.
The Champagne Tasting was a truly lovely evening and "Madame Cliquot"
has been given a run for her money by the Count de Dampierre and we are looking
forward to drinking more at home. Thank you so much for a wonderful week and we
hope to return soon."
Heather, Simon & Chrissie & Jack (King of
the Bathroom Boudoir) from UK - August 2008
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Cerise "Our 6th visit - speaks for itself really doesnt it? Sandra and
Grant are the most accommodating and friendly people you could wish for as
owners. We spent this time around buying candy-textured honey in the local
market, watching and photographing the swallows as they prepared to return to
Africa, whooshing round Thunder Mountain at Disneyland, eating in the wonderful
workers cafes (no menu _ its whatever's cooking, but always delicious with 3/4
courses - better than most restaurants and much cheaper), and talking and
drinking with our lovely hosts. This time we left with the swallows. We'll all
be back shortly "
Steve, Pam & Charlie from London, UK - August 2008
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Mirabelle "We had a great time with our two children (2 and 5 years).
The outside space was wonderful and so quiet. The gite itself was well equiped
and very comfortable - the satelite TV was very welcome for the children after
a busy day out! The champagne tasting evening was a lot of fun as well as very
informative - thanks Grant and Sandra. One final comment from the children -
"We love Hector!"
Sarah and Jim from Reading, UK - August 2008
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Mirabelle "A beautifully appointed apartment set in lovely gardens and
surrounded by attractive countryside. The Manoir de Maffrecourt provided us
with an ideal "chill-out" place. It is picturesque and peaceful and the
tranquility is contagious. Even the kids caught the bug and forgot about their
Nintedo games for some time. And to top it all Grant and Sandra are both
excellent hosts and enthusiastic proponents of their new home patch. It is
really nice to have their local knowledge to find the best places to shop, eat
or visit. Finally there is Hector the dog. Everybody loves
Hector!"
Gareth from Stourbridge UK - August 2008
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Cerise "Grant and Sandra have thought of everything a family could want
or need for relaxation and fun in the Champagne countryside. And, judging from
our fellow guests (a group of friends) they've nailed it for non-families as
well!
Cerise was absolutely charming and perfect with views onto both
the formal garden and expansive orchard. We loved having our own outdoor
seating area where we enjoyed delicious home-cooked meals by Sandra and later
an endless supply of tasty local beer, gorgeous Dampierre champagne and stars.
Our toddler had a treasure trove of stimulation and fun. From the toy
chest full of toys to the swing in the orchard to the push toys, bike ride,
gardens and the world's best dog and friend, Hector.
The
gorgeous location, daily boulangerie delivery and attentive & gracious
hosts made the perfect weekend complete. We simply can't think of anything
they've not covered. It's the perfect place for a weekend and ideally longer!
We'll definitely be visiting again! Thank you! ("Bon jour, Hector!")
"
Amy & Sean - USA - May 2008
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