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Charming XIX Century Home with Garden, Near River, Hiking Trails, and Historic Sites

Cottage in Saint-Pierre-sur-Erve with kitchen

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Living area
Dining
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Saint-Pierre-sur-Erve, Pays de la Loire
  • Place, Caves of Saulges
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Château de Thevalles
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Château de La Motte-Husson
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Le Mans (LME-Arnage)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Charming XIX Century Home with Garden, Near River, Hiking Trails, and Historic Sites

The former 19th-century presbytery, restored in 2002, offers an authentic setting. Located in the heart of the Erve Valley and at the foot of the canyon and the Saulges caves, you will be charmed by this village, classified as a "Small Town of Character," bordered by the Erve River (fishing possible from March to September for category 1 and year-round for category 2), offering a hilly setting. The village is welcoming with its restored stone houses, the river, the Cèdre bakery (organic wood-fired bread), and its seasonal bar. Discover the works of art scattered throughout the village and on the houses.

The cottage is independent with its large enclosed garden, very close to the church. You'll appreciate its spacious living spaces, ideal for spending time with family and friends: a 18m² dining room, a 10m² living room, which can be opened to expand the second 18m² living room.
Upstairs, there are three beautiful bedrooms: an 18m² master suite with its private bathroom (shower) - one queen-size bed and one 90x190cm bed; an 18m² bedroom with a baby bed - one queen-size bed and one 90x190cm bed; and a 9m² bedroom with two 90x190cm beds. There are two toilets and three bathrooms/showers.
A sofa bed for two people is located in the living room and is available upon request.

From Saint Pierre, numerous hiking trails crisscross the countryside. Along the Erve, you can reach the Saulges Caves, a prehistoric site with an exceptional natural setting, rock climbing, and an on-site restaurant.
You're in the Coëvrons, a land of art and history, in a remarkable natural and heritage area. Explore the small towns of character of Saulges and Sainte Suzanne (also one of the most beautiful villages in France), with 40 marked hiking trails. Step back in time by visiting the Museum of Prehistory, the Roman town of Jublains, the Evron Basilica, the castle, and the medieval town of Sainte Suzanne.
In summer, you can enjoy the swimming ponds at the Gué de Selle leisure center in Mézangers, for example (swin-golf, canoeing, etc.). A wide range of swimming pools in Bais, Evron, and Sainte Suzanne are perfect for cooling off.
As you can see, the area is rich in discoveries.
For your shopping, you'll find organic bread at the Founil du Cèdre in Saint Pierre. In Vaiges (10 minutes away), you'll find a convenience store, pharmacy, butcher, bakery, and ATM. - Cleaning option: €90 / Professionals: mandatory cleaning / Long stays: 1 cleaning for 14 nights
- Towels option: €5
- Beds made upon arrival
- Geothermal heating (included in the rate)
- Babies welcome: travel cot with comfortable mattress - booster seat - changing mat - blender.
- Pets welcome (€6/night/pet).
- Kitchen equipment: refrigerator - freezer - microwave - oven - dishwasher - 3-burner ceramic hob - blender - electric citrus press - coffee maker - toaster - kettle.
- Wi-Fi and TV available. Remote work: a space with a desk in the living room - Wi-Fi (non-binding information). 85 Mbps reception, 13 Mbps upload, 22s latency.
- Outdoors: large garden with lawn. Nearby: covered ping-pong table (paddles and balls provided). Parking.
- Fenced all around the cottage, with a wall on one side at a minimum height of 80 cm. No disabled access.

Optional services to be paid on site and reserved before your arrival:
- Pets: €6.00 per day
- Towels: €5.32 per person per stay

Property managed by a professional. Unless stated, services such as cleaning, bed linen, towels etc. are not included in the price of this rental. If pets are allowed (information in the advertisement), charges may be applicable.
Only equipment mentioned in this advertisement are present. Equipment not mentioned are not considered to be present. Unless there is an electric charging station in the accommodation, charging electric vehicles is prohibited.

A81 motorway, exit 2 Vaiges.
Head towards Vaiges, then cross the roundabout to follow the signs for Le Mans. Take the right exit towards Saint Pierre-sur-Erve for 7 km. In Saint Pierre, go down towards the church. The access to the gîte is located to the left of the church.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number NOT_REQUIRED

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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Saint-Pierre-sur-Erve

Located in Saint-Pierre-sur-Erve, this cottage is in a rural area. Eglise Saint-Pierre de Saulges and Château de Thevalles are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park and Caves of Saulges. Château des Arcis and Aquatis are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing.
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Saint-Pierre-sur-Erve, Pays de la Loire

What's nearby

  • Caves of Saulges - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Château de Thevalles - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Sainte-Suzanne Castle - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Château de La Motte-Husson - 38 min drive - 56.2 km
  • Bugatti Circuit - 50 min drive - 74.3 km

Getting around

  • Montsurs Station - 22 min drive
  • Le Mans (LME-Arnage) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paul - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks Coffee Corner - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪L'Ermitage Hôtel & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Auberge Du Cheval Blanc - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Louise-Cuisine - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming XIX Century Home with Garden, Near River, Hiking Trails, and Historic Sites pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming XIX Century Home with Garden, Near River, Hiking Trails, and Historic Sites?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming XIX Century Home with Garden, Near River, Hiking Trails, and Historic Sites?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming XIX Century Home with Garden, Near River, Hiking Trails, and Historic Sites located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Caves of Saulges and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Eglise Saint-Pierre de Saulges. Château de Thevalles and Thévalles Mill are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

amelie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Endroit calme, dans un bel environnement nature et un village étonnant. Le gîte est très agréable avec des espaces facilitants pour la vie de famille
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mayenne retreat

Roomy and tidy house, great for a family holiday in a quiet and historical rural location with a very helpful housekeeper
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

corinne v.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bon accueil et bonne réactivité suite à un problème de chaudière

Bon séjour, et très bon accueil
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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