If you are looking for a magical and beautiful escape in Normandy, you've found it. The photos…read morereally do not do the property justice. The grounds include ponds, woods, fields, beautiful old buildings, a surprise swingset, and race horses. You read that right--race horses. They breed beautiful horses there. Manoir de Cleronde is a little piece of paradise tucked away on an unassuming country road. The property has only been owned by two families since it was built in the 1600s--which is pretty astounding. The owners are amazing hosts and so gracious. Breakfast in the morning is continental. You can start your Normandy adventure with a hearty breakfast of meats and cheeses, lovely pastries, freshly made crepes, fruit, cereal, eggs and more, and you can sweeten your morning treats with some fresh honey from bees kept right on property. Guests have the rights to explore the grounds, and I highly recommend you spend some time doing so. It's just lovely. Gwenael, the owner of the manoir, speaks terrific English, and he is more than happy to share the history of the property and the area. He will also help you with restaurant recommendations, sightseeing advice, getting a taxi--whatever you need. We were fortunate to stay in the barn which has been converted into a palatial living space complete with an expansive living area (with a giant banquet table), two bedrooms, a bathroom with shower, a kitchen with microwave, refrigerator, and a small stove. The family has done a marvelous job decorating the entire estate and making you feel like royalty. If you want a truly special place to stay to build some lifelong memories--Manoir de Cleronde is it. Le manoir est magnifique.

I stayed here from December 21st-25th, 2011. The hotel's a little out of the way--about half a…read moremile's walk from the train station and a quarter mile from the city of Bayeux proper--on the highway. The "sidewalk" leading to the hotel alternates between legitimate sidewalk and a makeshift patch of gravel (that often turns to mud during inclement weather), and dodging the cars of France's highways can be a little frantic. Once you make it to the hotel, however, all is good, as the place is completely secluded in the middle of a field. I didn't hear a peep from anyone I didn't want to during the four nights I was here. The window even has that strange shutter for nighttime darkness, so unique to the French. I would definitely stay here again, but wouldn't recommend this place for the elderly or lazy--you have to be willing to walk to the train station and city, which isn't much to ask of a New Yorker, but for others, it may be a bit much.

The best muscles I've ever had! The banana and chocolate pancakes were delicious. Happening little…read moreplace in a small town close to the water.

La Normande Galette was our lunch of choice. Healthy and tasty. The restaurant overlooks the…read more harbor. Great pit stop after riding along Juno beach. The salads were also good. Bikers who were at some of the other restaurants in town complained of service but ours was friendly and fast.

Stayed here and enjoyed 2 dinners. This is a hidden gem and the highlight of our vacation. The…read moreaccommodations are lovely, as are all the people that work here. Most speak excellent English and are very service-minded. The daily menu is a good deal and quite delicious. We had sea bass one evening and steak the other. We felt welcome like family here. It's small, so they come to know you. This is very kid friendly and comfortable. It's a great place to stay if you want something quiet, homey and charming. I now feel like I have experienced a French manor after staying here.

We were a group of 15 D Day tourists that came here for lunch. A beautiful place with very nice…read morestaff. Food was wonderful. I had an appitizer of salmon tartare that was spot on. The slow cooked pork was outstanding. Bottom line we were all smiles on our way out. Thus, the 5 stars!

Our tour guide Pascale was very enthusiastic and informative. The tour was good as we got to spend…read moresome time on the beaches, American cemetery, while listening to the history by our tour guide. The shuttle ride was also very comfortable, and our tour guide narrated throughout it as well.

Our tour guide, Charles, was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about WW2. His enthusiasm…read moretranslated well, and he was extremely detailed in his explanations. My husband and I learned a lot. I would definitely recommend, without hesitation.