This family farmhouse is set in a rural setting with old oak trees, and there are animals in the fields (6 ha), including sheep and Charlotte, the affectionate sow.
To be even more environmentally friendly, the owners are converting the existing swimming pool into a natural swimming pool fed by water from a natural filtration pond during the winter of 2026/2027. The dome covering the pool is due to be removed by 2027.
The house features spacious rooms, a collection of leather armchairs, 5 bedrooms, 7 beds, 2 shower rooms/bathrooms, and a lounge with a wood-burning stove. All-inclusive service: beds made, towels and kitchen linen provided, firewood, utility charges and cleaning; up to 2 pets welcome (for more than 2, please contact the booking office).
Located 11 km from Château-Gontier, renowned for its gardens, historic centre, marina (boat, bike and paddleboard hire, etc.) and the Refuge de l’Arche. Laval is 30 km away.
Local shops 4 km away.
A warm welcome from Clare and Gary on site, with advice available in French and English.
PLEASE NOTE: the house is not certified by ‘Jeunesse et Sport’ nor classified as an ERP (public access building), so it is not suitable for stays by young people accompanied by supervisors.
Detached house – Access via a lane lined with old oak trees – GROUND FLOOR: Hallway – Kitchen (25m²) with 6-ring hob, electric oven, gas oven, microwave, dishwasher, kettle, filter coffee maker, Bodum coffee maker, toaster, washing machine – Living room 36m² with sofa and armchairs, dining area, television, video recorder and video library - Bedroom (1) 9m² with 2 bunk beds (90x190), storage - Bedroom (2) 12m² with 1 bed (160x200), wardrobe - Bathroom with shower, washbasin and toilet, heated towel rail and hairdryer - Separate toilet.
LEVEL 1: Landing with armchairs - Bedroom (3) with cathedral ceiling, 16m², featuring 1 bed (160x200) and 1 bed (90x190) - Connecting rooms: shower room / bedroom 4 / bedroom 5: Shower room with shower, 2 washbasins, 1 toilet concealed behind a wall - Bedroom (4), 23m², with 1 bed (180x200), storage, armchairs - Bedroom (5), English-style décor, 37m² with 1 bed (140x190), storage, sitting area.
Wi-Fi – Board games.
Large garden with trees set within 6 hectares of wooded countryside. Animals in their enclosures: Charlotte the sow, and the sheep.
Until September 2026: unheated domed indoor swimming pool – open from 15 April to 30 September – 20m x 4m, depth 1.5m, with access steps.
2027 season: open from 15 April to 30 September. THE SWIMMING POOL WILL BE MODIFIED. The pool basin will remain the same shape, but the water will come from a new reservoir where rainwater will be naturally filtered. The dome* is not expected to remain in place. Unheated swimming. Pool safety: the dome* will remain in place until a barrier is installed.
Terrace with furniture, sun loungers and a charcoal barbecue.
INCLUDED: made-up beds – bed linen – towels – electricity – heating – swimming pool – cleaning (guests are required to carry out routine maintenance and tidying of the gîte; failure to do so will result in a cleaning charge of €120)
SUPPLEMENT: up to 2 pets allowed, subject to compliance with the mandatory Gîtes de France pet policy; €5 per pet per night
On site: the caretaker couple are present but discreet.
Weekend stays (1–2 nights): arrival 6.00 pm – departure 5.00 pm
Stays of 3 nights or more: check-in 6.00 pm – check-out 10.00 am
Business stays: max. 6 people – cleaning fee of €120 per stay of 1 to 14 nights
Max. 2 pets per stay: provided they do not chase other animals on the property – no more than 2 pets allowed. For more than 2 pets, please contact the booking office on 0243670907.