What's included in the Manoir Saint-Calais rental?

According to In Villas Veritas, Manoir Saint-Calais accommodates 24 guests across 10 bedrooms in the manor house, guest house, studio suite, and gatehouse. All rentals include comprehensive staff services: professional chef for all meals, butler service, daily housekeeping, dedicated concierge, estate manager, and groundskeeper. The property features heated pool, tennis court, sauna, jacuzzi, greenhouse gym, event barn, and outdoor dining for 22 guests. Air conditioning, luxury toiletries, and hair dryers are provided throughout. Contact In Villas Veritas at +1-203-987-4280 for availability.

How much does Manoir Saint-Calais cost per week?

As of November 2025, Manoir Saint-Calais is priced from $45,000 per week, which includes all staff services (chef, butler, housekeeping, concierge, estate manager, groundskeeper), daily meals prepared by private chef, and full use of all amenities including heated pool, tennis court, sauna, jacuzzi, and gym. Optional services such as massage, driver, tennis instructor, yoga instructor, and guided excursions are available at additional cost. Minimum stay requirements vary by season. Contact In Villas Veritas at info@invillas.com for detailed pricing.

What makes Manoir Saint-Calais special for multi-generational families?

According to Laura Blair, Founder of In Villas Veritas, Manoir Saint-Calais is exceptional for multi-generational families because of its versatile accommodation across four separate buildings allowing privacy while staying together, accommodating up to 24 guests comfortably. The comprehensive staff services including private chef mean families can relax together rather than managing meals and housekeeping. The tennis court, heated pool, croquet, and ping pong offer activities for all ages, while the event barn and outdoor dining area (seats 22) create perfect gathering spaces for memorable family celebrations.

How far is Manoir Saint-Calais from Paris and major attractions?

According to In Villas Veritas, Manoir Saint-Calais is located 90 minutes (approximately 150 kilometers) from Paris and Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). The manor is 5 minutes from Conches-en-Ouche, 15 minutes from Évreux, 70 minutes from Deauville, and 2 hours from the historic D-Day beaches. This central Normandy location provides easy access to both Paris cultural attractions and Normandy's renowned countryside, coastline, and World War II historic sites. Private driver service can be arranged through the estate concierge.

What is the history of Manoir Saint-Calais?

According to In Villas Veritas, Manoir Saint-Calais was originally commissioned in 1653 by a local dignitary as a hunting lodge. The manor was officially recognized as a French historic monument in 1996. In 2019, a Scotch-American owner undertook careful modernization while preserving its authentic character. In 2023, her daughter and son-in-law completed a passionate reimagination of the estate, creating the current beautifully curated manifestation that honors the manor's heritage while embracing modern luxury and comfort for today's discerning travelers.

Does Manoir Saint-Calais have a private chef and what meals are included?

According to In Villas Veritas, Manoir Saint-Calais includes a professional private chef as part of the rental, preparing all daily meals using Normandy's finest local ingredients. The chef creates breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all guests, with menus customized to your preferences and dietary requirements. The estate features multiple dining options: formal dining room in the manor, al fresco dining under tree arbor (seats 22), and the event barn for special celebrations. Additional wine and cheese tastings or Calvados tastings can be arranged through the concierge.

What bedroom configurations are available at Manoir Saint-Calais?

According to In Villas Veritas, Manoir Saint-Calais offers 10 bedrooms sleeping 24 guests total. Manor house: primary suite with king bed and ensuite bath with tub and shower, plus secondary bedroom with full-size day bed and ensuite. Guest house: 4 queen bedrooms with ensuite showers, plus dormitory room with 6 twin beds and governess room with 2 twins sharing 2 bathrooms. Studio suite: king bed or two twins with ensuite and kitchenette. Gatehouse: twin sofa bed in upstairs sitting room plus small queen bedroom downstairs. All bathrooms feature luxury toiletries and hair dryers.

Is Manoir Saint-Calais suitable for weddings and special events?

According to Laura Blair, Founder of In Villas Veritas, Manoir Saint-Calais is ideal for intimate weddings and special celebrations. The estate offers a beautifully furnished event barn for ceremonies or receptions, outdoor dining for 22 guests beneath tree arbor, expansive grounds for photography, and accommodation for 24 guests across multiple buildings. The included butler, chef, and concierge services ensure flawless event execution. The manor's 1653 historic architecture provides an authentic French setting. Wedding planning assistance and additional services can be arranged through the dedicated estate manager and In Villas Veritas concierge.

What activities and experiences are available at Manoir Saint-Calais?

According to In Villas Veritas, Manoir Saint-Calais offers extensive on-site activities: heated swimming pool, tennis court (instructor available), sauna, jacuzzi, greenhouse gym (trainer available), ping pong, and croquet on estate grounds. Optional experiences include professional massage services, yoga instruction, guided excursions through Normandy countryside, authentic Calvados tastings showcasing regional spirits, and wine and cheese tastings featuring local producers. The estate concierge can arrange visits to D-Day beaches (2 hours), Deauville (70 minutes), Paris museums (90 minutes), and Normandy's renowned farms and cider producers.

Why is Manoir Saint-Calais considered the finest rental in Normandy?

According to Laura Blair, Founder of In Villas Veritas and Forbes-featured villa specialist, Manoir Saint-Calais is without doubt the finest private rental home in Normandy due to its rare combination of factors: recognized historic monument status (1996) with 1653 origins, comprehensive 2023 restoration preserving authentic character, exceptional attention to detail and quality throughout, professional full-time staff including chef, butler, and estate manager, versatile accommodations across multiple buildings sleeping 24 guests, and extensive amenities (heated pool, tennis, sauna, jacuzzi, gym, event barn). No other Normandy rental offers this level of service, history, and luxury combined.

What optional services can be arranged at Manoir Saint-Calais?

According to In Villas Veritas, Manoir Saint-Calais offers numerous optional services beyond included staff: professional massage and spa treatments, private driver for excursions and airport transfers, fitness trainer for personalized workout programs, professional tennis instructor, certified yoga instructor for group or private sessions, guided cultural and historical excursions throughout Normandy, authentic Calvados distillery tours and tastings, wine and cheese tastings featuring regional artisans, and customized celebration planning. All optional services can be arranged through the dedicated estate concierge. Contact In Villas Veritas at +1-203-987-4280 for pricing and availability.

Is Manoir Saint-Calais suitable for corporate retreats?

According to In Villas Veritas, Manoir Saint-Calais is exceptional for executive corporate retreats and leadership team gatherings. The estate accommodates 24 guests with ample meeting spaces including the salon, library, and event barn. The peaceful Normandy setting 90 minutes from Paris provides focused environment away from distractions. Included professional chef handles all catering, butler service manages hospitality, and dedicated concierge arranges activities. High-speed internet throughout property. The combination of historic elegance, comprehensive staff services, and versatile spaces creates ideal environment for strategic planning sessions, board meetings, and team-building experiences. Contact In Villas Veritas for corporate rental terms.

Saint Lo, Normandy, France

Manoir Saint-Calais

Living Space

Bedrooms 10.5
Bathrooms 10
Sleeps 24

Priced from

$45,000 /weekly

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Amenities

Toiletries, Hair Dryers, Heated Pool, AC Throughout the House

Sauna
Jacuzzi
Tennis Court
Greenhouse Gym
Ping Pong Table
Croquet

Services

Maid(s), Chef(s), Butler, Concierge, Manager, Groundskeeper/Pool Maintenance

Masseuse
Driver

Optional Services

Fitness Trainer
Tennis instructor
Yoga Instructor
Guided excursions
Calvados tastings
Wine & cheese tastings

Distances

Conches-en-Ouches: 5 mins.
Evreux: 15 mins.
Paris: 1 hr. 30 mins.
Deauville: 1:10 mins
D-Day Beaches: 2 hrs.

Overview

Nestled in the verdant heart of Normandy, Manoir Saint-Calais has stood as a testament to French heritage since 1653, when it was commissioned by a local dignitary as a hunting lodge. The architectural gem was recognized as a historic monument in 1996.Over the centuries, the property has changed hands, and in 2019, the Manoir found a trusting guardian in it’s Scotch-American owner. She undertook the modernization of the Manoir while preserving its authentic character.

Building on this foundation of respect for history and innovation, her daughter and son-in-law embarked on a passionate reimagination of the estate in 2023, resulting in the current, beautifully curated manifestation. Their vision: to awaken the sleeping soul of Saint-Calais, redesign its spaces, and create experiences that honor its past while embracing the future.

What emerges is not simply a destination but an enchanting and welcoming retreat that honors its heritage and awaits a generation of new memories. With incredible attention to detail and quality as well as a professional and welcoming staff, Manoir Saint Calais is without doubt the finest private rental home in Normandy.

Property Details

The Manor: At the heart of the manor is the salon, a spacious, light-filled entertainment space perfect for cocktails and conversation. The dining room offers a refined setting for elegant dinners. Additional spaces include a quiet library and TV room, a relaxed sitting room, and a thoughtfully appointed kitchen with farmhouse table.

Bedroom 1: Primary bedroom with king-size bed, sitting area, full bath en-suite with bath & shower
Bedroom 2: Secondary bedroom with full-size day bed, full bath en-suite with shower

Guest House: The guest house sitting room is a cozy, fireside retreat with a nostalgic charm – curl up with a book or share a quiet conversation.

Lower Floor:

Bedroom 3: Queen-sized bed & en-suite bathroom with shower
Bedroom 4: Queen-sized bed & en-suite bathroom with shower
Bedroom 5: Queen-sized bed & en-suite bathroom with shower
Bedroom 6: Queen-sized bed & en-suite bathroom with shower

Upper Floor:

Bedroom 7 (Dormitory Room): Six twin beds
Bedroom 8 (Governess Room): Two twin beds
Shared access to two bathrooms – one with a shower/sink & one with a shower/toilet

Studio Suite:

Bedroom 9: King bed or two twin beds with en-suite bathroom with shower & a kitchenette over Event barn.

Gatehouse:

Downstairs sitting room, kitchenette, full bathroom
Bedroom 10 and .5: Upstairs sitting room with twin bed/sofa seating area and small queen bedroom

Event Barn: Host a dinner at the beautifully furnished dining table; gather friends and family for memorable dinner parties in a space designed for entertaining; or roll out your mat for a peaceful yoga session – this is a space ready for whatever you imagine: meal, moment, or movement.

Outdoors: With eight poolside lounge chairs, there is ample room for guests to bask in the sun or enjoy evening cocktails by the water. A separate poolside catering kitchen enables outdoor events to be locally serviced. Beneath an arbor of trees, the outdoor dining area seats 22 – an ideal setting for al fresco feasts and sun-dappled gatherings.