Castel Flore, Normandy

02/06/2026

Still looking for a summer escape this year?! 🌞

Our 2-bed holiday apartment in beautiful Carteret, Normandy (just a short drive from Cherbourg) is the perfect base for a last-minute getaway. Explore stunning coastlines, charming seaside villages, golden beaches and the rich history that makes Normandy so special.

Picture morning strolls along the waterfront, lazy afternoons on sweeping sandy beaches and evenings enjoying wine and Camembert on the balcony as the sun goes down.

We still have some summer availability, but the remaining dates are filling fast. If you're thinking about a Normandy break this year, now's the time to secure your stay before they're gone!

Check out our VRBO profile on our FB page for availability and prices.



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30/05/2026

This lovely place is just a few minutes’ walk from our holiday apartment in Carteret.

Check out our holiday rental’s availability and prices here

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Dimanche, on célèbre les mamans ! 💐⚓️

Et si vous lui offriez une escale gourmande au Terminus ? Ici, pas de contraintes, juste le plaisir de partager un bon moment.

Grâce à nos 9 univers culinaires, elle pourra choisir exactement ce qui lui fait envie. On vous accueille dans notre ambiance décontractée pour faire de cette journée un beau moment en famille. ✨

Rendez-vous aux comptoirs ! On vous accueille avec le sourire de 11h à 22h. 😊🥂

30/05/2026

Yet another great reason to spend time in France!!!

France produces more than 1,000 types of cheese and people still argue over which is best.

Cheese in France is not just food. It’s tied to regions, family traditions, farming history, and serious local pride. From creamy Camembert in Normandy to strong blue cheeses from the mountains of Auvergne, almost every part of the country has its own specialty that locals will insist tastes better than anywhere else.

What surprises many visitors is how different French cheeses can taste depending on where you are. A Rocamadour goat cheese eaten in a small village in southwest France often tastes completely different from the version sold in supermarkets abroad. Even the season matters because the flavor changes depending on what the animals are eating throughout the year.

Some of the oldest French cheeses date back centuries. Morbier originally used a layer of ash through the middle to separate morning and evening milk curds during production. Munster was developed by monks in the Vosges mountains during the Middle Ages. And Roquefort style blue cheeses have been aged in natural limestone caves for generations because the cave humidity helps create the mold that gives the cheese its flavor.

Once you spend time in France, you also realize cheese follows unwritten rules. Cheese is usually served before dessert, not alongside the main course. Locals often buy it from small fromageries rather than supermarkets. And asking for your cheese cold straight from the fridge is one of the fastest ways to ruin the flavor according to most French people.

Which French cheese would you try first?

03/05/2026

Love this beautiful collection of images of Normandy… honestly, it takes us straight there! The light, the coastline, the history - it’s such a special place 💙
If you’ve ever thought about visiting (or going back) …. we still have some availability at our holiday rental in Carteret this year - the perfect base to explore it all at your own pace.
Take a look on our FB page.

Normandy doesn't need AI to look stunning! 😍
Here are your 9 favourite photos from last month on our Instagram account:

26/04/2026

Some more amazing images from Normandy - it’s hard to describe what a beautiful part of the world it is. If you know, you know!

And if you’d like to see it for yourself, check out our 2-bed holiday apartment in Carteret on the Castel Flore profile page 😊

This is Normandy! Beauty on every corner and moments that invite you to pause instead of rush ❤
Here are your 9 favourite photos from last month on our Instagram account. Our beautiful region in a nutshell:

26/04/2026

Our lovely holiday apartment in Carteret is surrounded by seaside villages and - of course - some of the best local markets and artisan cheese makers you’ll ever experience. Think creamy Camembert, rich Livarot, and fresh baguettes still warm from the boulangerie just down the road 😊

Visit our profile page for details of how to book a visit!

France has over 1,000 types of cheese, and the first time you see a proper fromagerie, it hits you fast. Rows of soft, hard, aged, fresh, mild, and very strong cheeses, all with names most visitors haven’t heard before. It’s not just variety for the sake of it. Each one comes from a specific region, often with its own method and history behind it.

What makes it tricky is that there’s no quick way to choose. You’re usually expected to say what you like, how strong, how creamy, whether it’s for later or right away. The person behind the counter will guide you, but they’ll also expect you to have at least a rough idea. That’s where a lot of visitors freeze.

Locals don’t try to know everything either. They just know what they like and ask what’s good that day. Cheese changes with the season, the aging process, and even the weather, so the “best” option is always moving.

If you’re visiting, don’t overthink it. Pick two or three, try something unfamiliar, and see where it goes. That’s usually how people start figuring it out.

Would you try something completely new here, or play it safe with what you know?

26/04/2026

One of our favourite treats when we’re visiting our holiday place in Carteret!

Find out more about Castel Flore (holiday apartment in Carteret) on our FB profile page 😊

Mussels and chips (moules-frites) in Normandy. What more could you ask for? 😋

📷: © Sabina Lorkin

11/03/2026

Here are more stunning images from Normandy …..if you’re thinking of a trip there this year, we are taking bookings at our 2-bed holiday apartment in Carteret (30 mins drive from the ferry port at ). View apartment details in our comments section below 😊

Whatever the season, Normandy is spellbindingly beautiful 😍
Here are your 9 favourite photos from last month on our Instagram account 👍

11/03/2026

Bayeux is well worth visiting, and it’s within driving distance from our holiday apartment in Carteret!

You can find more details about the apartment and its surroundings in our comments section below.

Bayeux tends to be the place people pass through quickly, but it always rewards anyone who gives it more than an afternoon. The stone streets, the river paths, and the cathedral all sit exactly where they have for centuries, offering a rare look at a Normandy town that didn’t have to rebuild after 1944. It means every corner has a story that hasn’t been polished or recreated.

The trip from Paris takes about two hours by train, which makes Bayeux one of the simplest escapes from the capital. Once you’re there, everything sits within walking distance, so exploring feels easy. The area around the old water mills often ends up being a favorite because it’s quieter and gives a better feel for the town’s pace.

Many visitors are surprised by how close the British Military Cemetery and the Memorial Museum of the Battle of Normandy are to the center. Both add a deeper understanding of the region, especially if the D Day beaches are part of the plan. Even without the tapestry, Bayeux offers more than most expect, and this year is a good time to see it with fresh eyes.

📍 Bayeux, Normandy

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16/02/2026

Nothing beats tasting these Normandy cheeses where they’re made! 🧀 Fresh Camembert, creamy Pont-l’Évêque, or a slice of Livarot with a glass of local cider - it’s a holiday treat you’ll never forget. Our rental apartment is available if you are looking to explore the region, why not plan a foodie getaway and try them all?! 😋

Our booking details can be found on the Castel Flore FB page (VRBO link).

Say cheese! Camembert, Neufchâtel, Pont-L'Evêque and Livarot: Normandy's four famous PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) cheeses. Which one is your favourite? 😋

📷: Fromages AOP de Normandie