Clos de Bellefontaine B&B

Clos de Bellefontaine is a mid-19th century mansion close to Bayeux, that has been recently restored by Carole and Jerome Mallet to welcome guests in two ample bedrooms – Elegance and Charme.
Elegance, on the first floor, has a king-size bed, an independent sitting room and en suite bathroom. Charme, on the floor above it, has two beds, a bathroom and a slanting roof that makes it very suitable for children. And talking of children, these are more than welcome considering that our hosts have four. Not that we shall see them as they live on a separate building and even the entrances are independent.
The whole house is filled with objects d’art and antiques that somehow complement the stately look of Clos de Bellefontaine from outside. Breakfast prepared by Carole is the high point of the day, with a varied menu according to season. But it always features a deliciously homemade “tarte aux pommes”, fresh fruit, cheese selection, orange juice and an assortment of breads. Outside there’s a walled park with secular trees that invite us to walk and ponder how lucky we are to be here. Should you feel like wondering about, Bayeux is a Norman town famous for its tapestries and its cathedral. A large market on Saturday mornings, it is an ideal place to stock up on great cheeses from this French region.
For military history buffs, Bayeux is a perfect departure point to visit the landing beaches of the Allied troops during WWII.