My husband and kids, along with my parents, stayed at the Omaha Mansion for a week in early May. I don’t even know where to begin. The house is stunning, in both location and decoration. While conveniently located near a small town with grocery store, markets, and shopping, the property itself is private and beautifully maintained. The garden is flat, green, and has a playset for kids (which mine used every day, and are begging for us to put into our own yard back here in the States). There is also an outdoor table, grill, pizza oven, and large dining table. We ate outside almost every night.
The inside of the house is equally beautiful. Samuelle has an incredible sense of design, and many of the art pieces around the house are from her travels. And, while meticulously decorated, it also feels comfortable and family-friendly. My kids quickly discovered the third floor with toys and a pool table. The entire house has been renovated, and while the kitchen and bathrooms have all the modern updates, she has maintained the historical integrity and style of the house. It honestly felt like home for the week.
The location of the house in Vouilly is ideal for exploring all of Normandy. We rented a car for the week, and visited the D-Day beaches and Pointe du Hoc, Bayeaux, Mont Ste. Michel, Honfleur, Cherbourg, and many of the small towns in between.
Samuelle is a most gracious hostess – always there to answer any questions you have, but also totally respectful of your privacy. I highly recommend ordering the croissants and baked goods to be delivered in the morning. There is nothing like waking up and finding these sitting outside your window!! We can’t wait to go back and stay again.