Dreaming of a self catering holiday on the island of Guernsey? Guernsey is a very small island covering around 25 square miles and is geographically located closer to France than England. Guernsey lies around 25 miles from the French Normandy coast. The language spoken in Guernsey though is English and the island is a crown dependency. Having said that though, French influence is evident on the island of Guernsey and a number of towns on the island have French names. The climate on the island also by virtue of its location has more in common with France than England and as such those on Guernsey generally enjoy warmer summer time temperatures than those typically found in England. This makes Guernsey attractive for summer time self catering holidays for those seeking a bit more sunshine than you are likely to find in the UK. Attractions of Guernsey include an expansive and unspoilt coastline with beaches, coves and fishing villages. There is also plenty of beautiful countryside in Guernsey with opportunities for country and coastal walks. You may be seeking a coastal cottage in Guernsey or one inland, wherever you decide to stay on Guernsey we hope you fall in love with this island and its charms.