About this property

Historic Setting: Castel Saint-Léonard in Falaise offers a unique stay within a historic building. Guests enjoy a beautiful garden and terrace, complemented by free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, garden views, and parquet floors. Additional amenities include tea and coffee makers, work desks, and free toiletries. Delicious Breakfast: A continental buffet breakfast is served daily, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. Guests can also enjoy a coffee shop on-site for refreshments. Local Attractions: Located 41 km from Caen–Carpiquet Airport, the property is near Mondevillage Shopping Centre (34 km) and the Memorial of Caen (42 km). Guests can participate in walking tours and cycling activities.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sally
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is a beautiful house to stay in, presented and hosted by the friendly and proud owner. The parking, location, access, rooms and breakfast were all perfect and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. An additional bonus was the use of a small...
  • Julia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    An incredible house that took you back in time. A real sense of luxury and grandeur and a charming host.
  • Nivck
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exquisite! Everything. Owner was attentive and discreet. A beautiful breakfast
  • Alistair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is one of the most beautiful chambres d'hôte we have ever stayed in. The room was superbly finished in impeccable taste by Charles, the very engaging host. Breakfast in the splendid 18th century salon was a particular highlight. Private...
  • Alistair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    They stayed up late to check us in after late arrival on our ferry from UK. Kind and attendant host. A lovely period house full of paintings.
  • Neil
    Ireland Ireland
    Splendid home-made breakfast in delightful surroundings
  • Clive
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The charm of the building and the host Charles. The history is fascinating brought to life by Charles. He is passionate about his home which he has worked so hard for.
  • Nicky
    South Africa South Africa
    It is a beautiful property situated in central Normandy close to all activities. we went there to watch two stages of the tour de France. It was perfect. Charles was a fantastic host from communicating in advance of our visit to...
  • T
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Charles was so helpful regarding local visits to historic places to visit and other activities. As a result we were able to visit areas we would not have known about
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location of the property was perfect. All of the local attractions, including restaurants and shops, were in easy walking distance. The room was excellent. Really large and airy, tastefully decorated with a very comfortable bed. There is...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Charles

9.9
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Charles
Treat yourself to the life of a castle in an 18th century mansion in the city center of Falaise, built on the wall facing the Chateau de la Fresnaye and its wooded park, listed as a historic monument, between the Pays d'Auge and Norman Switzerland, between the landing beaches and Mont-Saint-Michel... Private and secured parking On the ground floor, the vestibule which hosts a gallery of old paintings and a living room with woodwork, Versailles parquet flooring and a fireplace in pure Louis XVI style where, depending on the season, breakfast will be served in front of a fireplace or open windows facing the Parc de la Fresnaye. Upstairs, a small living room next to the bedrooms welcomes you to read or play cards, you can also watch television. A refrigerator, an electric kettle, a Nespresso coffee maker and a microwave oven are at your disposal in the kitchen on the 1st floor. Free Wi-Fi connection (fiber) The restaurants are less than 5 minutes away on foot. You will discover the castle where William the Conqueror was born as well as the town hall which was built by the Argentan architect, Nicolas Gondouin, the same architect to whom we owe the Saint-Léonard hotel.
Lovers of old houses and paintings, we will welcome you to our house in a pure 18th century spirit, representative of French savoir vivre.
Falaise has many restaurants, which you can reach on foot, they are close to Castel Saint-Léonard. The offer is wide ranging from gastronomy to traditional cuisine of a brasserie. It is strongly recommended to book a table in advance in the restaurant of your choice. Birthplace of William the Conqueror, Falaise has several museums, including the fortified castle where this famous king of England was born. Recently the Memorial to Civil Victims has joined the tourist route of the landing beaches as well as the Caen Memorial. The Museum of Automata retraces the history of a family company and presents a prestigious collection of automata made for the windows of the department stores of Paris, since the end of the 19th century. You can park your vehicle in the courtyard of honor of the private mansion. The tourist office is full of good ideas for your walks between Pays d'Auge and Suisse Normande, it is located a few minutes' walk from Castel Saint-Léonard.
Languages spoken: English,French

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House rules

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Check-in
From 17:00 to 20:00
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Check-out
Available 24 hours
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 8 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

8+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 50 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Castel Saint-Léonard in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.