About this property
Historic Setting: Spirit of 1944 in Le Lieu Besnard offers a recently renovated bed and breakfast housed in a historic building. The property features a sun terrace, garden, and open-air bath, providing a relaxing environment. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms with walk-in showers, balconies offering garden views, and parquet floors. Guests enjoy amenities such as bathrobes, free WiFi, and soundproofing for a comfortable stay. Delicious Breakfast: A continental or full English/Irish breakfast is served daily, including local specialities, warm dishes, fresh pastries, pancakes, cheese, fruits, and juice. Guests appreciate the quality and variety of the breakfast offerings. Activities and Attractions: The property offers film nights and bike tours, providing entertainment and exploration opportunities. La Cambe German War Cemetery is 4 km away, Pointe du Hoc D-Day 9 km, and Caen–Carpiquet Airport 54 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Dmitry
Germany“That was superb place to spend several days: the hosts, the place itself, the nature around - all was perfect! Hosts are very frienldy, breakfasts are super, the thematic of the place (d-day) is very neat organized.” - Growie
Netherlands“The complete experience from the invasion was perfectly created by Laurent and Patricia. They were very welcoming and made sure there was a good chemistry with other guests over a fabulous breakfast. They also gave very good advice about places to...” - Matteo
Italy“bellissimo posto immersi nella natura , accoglienza superba” - Mario
Netherlands“De plek is fantastisch , in nederland is zoiets onbetaalbaar. de boerderij past precies in het autentieke karakter van normandie. het pand is niet alleen een schitterende B&B maar ook een museum. als u voor de d-day sites komt is dit een...” - Kim
Netherlands“Wat een fantastische B & B we stapten terug in de tijd, alles is af en wat voelden wij ons welkom. Superleuke tips gekregen over de omgeving en het ontbijt is een grote onvergetelijke beleving. Zo genoten!”
Frédérique
France“Accueil chaleureux, familial, Les hôtes sont très sympathiques, a l'écoute. Les petits déjeuners de Laurent sont extraordinaires. A ne pas manquer !!!”- Frank
Germany“Zeer bevlogen en vriendelijke eigenaren met veel tips voor de regio. Lokatie is schitterend en het interieur is een droom. Een absolute aanrader voor iedereen die een thuis zoekt op reis.” - Bjarne
Denmark“Patricia og Laurent er de skønneste værter man kan forestille sig. De gjorde alt, hvad de kunne, for at vi følte os velkommne og godt tilpas. De hjalp os med at lægge planer for vores ophold i Normandiet og for vores videre rejse rundt i Frankrig....” - Angeline
France“Absolument tout. La gentillesse des hôtes, leur passion pour cette période de l’histoire, l’univers dans lequel ils nous font entrer comme un retour vers le passé, le petit déjeuner délicieux et très généreux, le lieu paisible et sublime, les...” - Nathalie
France“La perfection existe. Rien de négatif, tout n’est qu’enchantement, les hôtes sont de belles personnes, passionnées, dans le partage, chaleureux ..”
Quality rating
Hosted by Patricia & Laurent

Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.







The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.