Overall: We were delighted. A lovely experience. Enjoyed Most: It was sort of a fairyland-a "peaceable kingdom" Surrounding Area: The historic beaches, museums, etc. The Normandy countryside is exquisite. Lots of horse farms, cabbage, and onions (seasonal). Nearby Events or Locales: The nearest town is Valognes, a good-sized town but not particularly attractive. It's a couple of miles from the property. Tips or Restaurants: Bring music.Some great restaurants: La Marine in Carteret-formal, extremely expensive-worth it.La Cap in Carteret. Seaside, informal. Excellent food. Moderate.Le Chasse Maree in Saint-Vaast-La-Hogue. Charming, great seafood. Moderate Directions: It was somewhat difficult to find.