Château Turgot

Château Turgot stands in the village of Bons-Tassilly, in the Calvados department, right on the border between the Suisse Normande and the Pays d'Auge in Normandy.

How old is Château Turgot?

The estate dates back to 1664, when it was built for the Turgot family, whose name it still carries. Around 1860 the central section of the building was destroyed, but the imposing towers survived and remain the most recognisable feature of the property today. Those towers give the château its fortress-like silhouette, even though the site has long since shifted from any defensive role into a residential and tourist one.

Where exactly is the château located?

Its address is 5, Allée du Château Turgot, 14420 Bons-Tassilly. The setting is rural Calvados countryside, sitting between the Suisse Normande and the Pays d'Auge — two areas known for rolling scenery, apple orchards and traditional Norman farmhouses. The A88 motorway, linking Caen and Argentan, is roughly a 5-minute drive away, making the château a practical base for exploring both Caen and the wider region.

Is the château convenient for day trips?

Because the A88 junction is so close, reaching the D-Day landing beaches, the city of Caen, or the hills of the Suisse Normande by car is quick and straightforward. That combination of easy access and a quiet rural setting is part of what draws visitors who want a peaceful stopover without sacrificing mobility.

What kind of accommodation does it offer?

Following a full renovation, Château Turgot now houses four separate gîtes (self-catering holiday units) — two on the ground floor and two upstairs. Each gîte has three bedrooms sleeping six people, a bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and roughly 30 square metres of living space. That layout makes a single gîte a comfortable fit for one family or a small group of friends.

Can the whole château be booked at once?

Yes — all four gîtes can be rented together, which brings total capacity up to 30 guests under one roof. This option tends to appeal to family reunions, wedding parties, or larger group getaways where everyone wants to stay close by while still keeping a self-contained space for each household.

What's included in the rental price?

The rate covers bed linen — every bed is made up before arrival — plus towels, water, heating, electricity, and end-of-stay cleaning. Guests also get free Wi-Fi throughout their stay. In practice, that means few surprise costs once you've settled on the booking price.

How do you get in touch to book?

Direct contact is available by phone at +33 (0)2 31 20 53 07 or by email at info@chateauturgot.fr.

Frequently asked questions

When was Château Turgot built? It was constructed in 1664 for the Turgot family. Its central section was destroyed around 1860, though the towers still stand today.

How many people fit in a single gîte? Each of the four gîtes sleeps up to six people across three bedrooms, and booking the entire château allows for groups of up to 30.

Does the price include anything beyond the accommodation itself? Yes — linens, towels, water, heating, electricity, final cleaning, and free Wi-Fi are all included in the rental.

How do you reach Château Turgot? It sits in Bons-Tassilly, Calvados, about 5 minutes from the A88 motorway between Caen and Argentan, making it easy to reach from Caen or elsewhere in Normandy.