Day 1 - Settling in & nature immersion Arrival and settling in at the gîte Walk around the pond and garden Reading or siesta on the sheltered terrace First fishing session (morning or evening) Meeting with Dragica and Gérard, local advisors Terrace dinner with local produce (cheese, cider, fresh bread) Bird watching or sunset by the water Evening TV or reading in the cosy bedroom Day 2 - Brécey and surrounding area Visit to the Sée Valley on foot or by bike Visit to the Parc-Musée du Granit (St-Michel-de-Montjoie) Home-cooked dinner with vegetables bought in the morning Evening games or contemplation on the terrace Day 3 - Villedieu-les-Poêles and crafts Visit to the bell foundry and the Copper House Stroll through the historic centre of Villedieu Lunch in a traditional crêperie A diversion to the Jardin des Plantes in Avranches Return to the gîte for a rest and fishing in the pond Local aperitif: cider, rillettes and crusty bread Outdoor dinner Day 4 - Day trip to Mont-Saint-Michel Early start to avoid the crowds Discover Mont-Saint-Michel and the abbey Lunch overlooking the bay Option: guided walk along the shores or accompanied crossing (tide permitting) Stop off at the Jardin de l'Archange or the biscuit factory in the bay Return to the gîte in the late afternoon for a rest Quiet evening at the gîte Day 5 - Relaxation at the gîte and typical villages Early morning and breakfast on the terrace Free fishing or a walk around the estate Quiet lunch at the gîte Visit Sourdeval or Mortain (large waterfalls and Petite Chapelle) Snack break in a tea room Visit to a local producer (cider, honey or cheese) Local aperitif on the terrace Day 6 - Escapade in Caen, between history and the art of living Morning departure for Caen (approx. 1h30 drive) Visit to the Men's Abbey and the adjoining town hall Stroll through the charming and lively Vaugueux district Coffee break on a terrace or in a cosy lounge Visit the Fine Arts Museum in the heart of Caen Castle Lunch in a restaurant in the centre, with local or contemporary cuisine In the afternoon, visit the Caen Memorial, a must for understanding the history of the 20th century Relaxing evening at the Clos de Sée, with a simple dinner or a platter meal with products bought in town Day 7 - Granville, between sea and culture Extended breakfast, gentle packing Last walk around the pond Drive to Granville (1h10) Visit to the Upper Town and ramparts Stroll through the Dior garden, with its breathtaking view of the sea Seafood lunch in the harbour Visit the Christian Dior Museum or stroll along the beach Shopping in the local boutiques Return home, light-hearted and refreshed!

🚗 From Caen (approx. 1h30 - 110 km) Take the N814 then the A84 towards Rennes. Exit at junction 37 - Villedieu-les-Poêles / Brécey. Follow the D977 towards Brécey (approx. 12 km). Drive through Brécey, then continue on the D999 towards Juvigny les Vallées. On entering Juvigny les Vallées, take the D167 (route de Sée). The gîte is at 1669 route de Sée (look out for the pond and greenery, you've arrived!). 🚗 From Rennes (about 1h20 - 100 km) Take the N136, then join the A84 towards Caen.Exit at junction 33 - Avranches / Saint-Hilaire-du-Harcouët. Follow the D976 to Isigny-le-Buat, then head for Brécey via the D911. Then join the D999 towards Juvigny les Vallées. At the entrance to the village, take the D167, route de Sée. The gîte is located at 1669 route de Sée, just beside the pond.