Surrounded by meadows among a handful of cottages between Nantes and the sea, this beautiful mansion of the fifteenth in the seventeenth century, with its indoor heated swimming pool and its adjoining house of friends, offers a magical experience for 16 people, including 14 adults. The mansion takes you into another world, each room has been restored in the state of the art; cob, tiles, beams, two large fireplaces, views stones, antique wooden staircase in the tower, huge entrance porch and moats. All parts are between 30 and 40 m2. The guest house, which has just been renovated, has kept all the charm of the country house, like the kitchen floor in old tiles or its beamed ceilings, or its many walls whitewashed. The indoor pool that connects the manor house and the guest house provides a moment of conviviality for everyone and at all times. The beaches, restaurants, Natural Reserve and largest city Nantes offer a multitude of activities for those who want to visit.
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House Rules
Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Sous stricte surveillance parentale (piscine)
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Events
No events allowed
Pas de fêtes ni musique amplifiée
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Chiens autorisés, malheureusement pas les chats
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
En extérieur seulement
Important information
You need to know
Property # 6457422
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
Note from host: Pas de fêtes ni musique amplifiée
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Donges
Located in Donges, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Savenay Golf and Atlantic Shipyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bay of Biscay and plage du Grand Traict. Travelling with kids? Consider Centre Culturel Lucie Aubrac and Espace Quilly. Windsurfing, sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Saint-Brevin-les-Pins Beach - 26 min drive - 25.0 km
The Sea Serpent - 26 min drive - 25.3 km
Atlantic Shipyards - 29 min drive - 22.2 km
Saint Nazaire Submarine Base - 33 min drive - 23.5 km
Getting around
Savenay Station - 7 min drive
Nantes (NTE-Nantes - Atlantique) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
O Crépuscule - 8 min drive
Le Relais de Bouée - 13 min drive
Restaurant la Pommeraie - 11 min drive
Le Café de la Mairie - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Manoir XV century. with its heated indoor pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Manoir XV century. with its heated indoor pool?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Manoir XV century. with its heated indoor pool on 15 June 2026 start from AU$2,121, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Manoir XV century. with its heated indoor pool pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Manoir XV century. with its heated indoor pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Manoir XV century. with its heated indoor pool?
Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Manoir XV century. with its heated indoor pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Manoir XV century. with its heated indoor pool located?
Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Savenay Golf and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Centre Culturel Lucie Aubrac. Espace Quilly and Tiers Paysage Garden are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
An perfect house for a family meeting. Very nice rooms and everything well organized. The children loved the swimming pool.
Frank M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew K.
2 June 2019
Magical place!
We visited with a family of 10 and a dog. This included 4 young children who were spellbound by the castle, the pool and the grounds. We only left the Manoir to go to the supermarket and vets and never got bored. Everything we needed was provided and the kids had great fun exploring all the different rooms. Belinda was a lovely and helpful host, making sure that we got the most out of our stay. The grandchildren have already asked when we're going again! Thank you Belinda.
We had a wonderful time at the La Simonais. Belinda was a brilliant host, greeting us on arrival and making us feel very at home. We had a group of nine, five children of various ages and four adults, the house, grounds and pool are so spacious that there is always a quiet spot to find. The garden and grounds are beautiful, and we spent many evenings walking through the fields and down to the canal to spot the coypu in the water. With La Baule close we headed off for a days horse riding and a trip to the beach, also ventured to the submarine at Saint Nazaire and had a lovely warm day in the delights of Nantes. Would we go back - 100% what a wonderful holiday, even the odd day of rain didn't affect our stay. Thanks once again Belinda, you've got a gem of place there!
Idéal for family reunions. Many activities on property. Lots of space. Beaches at 30mn. Kitchen awesome and wonderfully equipped. Wonderful hosts: very nice and responsive, eager to help in any matter! Just enjoy!
Wir waren mit mehreren Familen und Freunden über Silvester in diesem schönen Manoir. Für alle gab es zahlreiche Möglichkeiten in den verschiedenen Räumen (zwei Wohnzimmer, Schwimmbad, grosses Esszimmer) den eigenen und gemeinsamen Interessen nachzugehen. Highlight für uns begeisterte Hobbyköche war definitiv die voll ausgestattete Küche die keine Wünsche übrig liess.
Notre hotesse nous a dit " C'est votre argent qui nous sert à amélioré notre Manoir". Et c'est exactement celà, le loyer de l'un sert à améliorer le séjour du suivant. Nous avons passé un très très bon moment à Donges.
Merdi
Les grands espaces, tant intérieurs qu'extérieurs ont permis la détente, le repos et des retrouvailles familiales réussies. Idéal pour les petits comme les grands, ce lieu propose également tout le confort, sans sacrifié au charme de l'ancien.
Un super moment dans un lieu digne des princesses pour nos filles! Un grand merci tout était parfait l’accueil la gentillesse, les lieux , la propreté. Et surtout le feu de cheminée qui donne cette ambiance si chaleureuse. Nous reviendrons!
Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour dans cet endroit magnifique, nous sommes tombés sous son charme dès l'arrivée. Nous étions 20 personnes plus un bébé et n'avons jamais manqué d'espace. Les extérieurs sont aussi agréables que le Manoir et nous avons pu nous créer plein de merveilleux souvenirs. Je conseille vivement !
(Seul petit bémol, l'odeur de la fosse qui nous a dérangé à certains moments)
Angélique M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Merci beaucoup d’avoir pris le temps de nous laisser ce commentaire. Je tiens également à vous remercier de nous avoir rendu la maison dans un état si irréprochable. J’étais évidemment navrée d’apprendre la gêne causée par les odeurs de la fosse septique. Vos conseils là-dessus ont été très précieux et j’ai tout de suite contacté le couvreur pour les mettre en œuvre, même si 24h après, l’odeur avait disparu.
En vous souhaitant une bonne continuation,
Belinda Peake
This is a wonderfully restored Manoir, ideal for large groups and families. Bélinda is an excellent host, very attentive and caring for the guests. Would recommend 100%.
Martin S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Maggie T.
22 Aug 2018
Lovely property with huge outside decks and beautiful pool
We are a large family group including grandparents, children and the grandchildren ranging from 4 years old to twenty somethings. It suited everyone, especially the pool !!! The Manoir is very private with everything you need it has very large gardens which were a haven for birds and wildlife. Whilst we were there we had visits from numerous birds, bats, frogs, deer, coypu and one night even wild boar. This is an ancient building and only in France could you get the opportunity to stay in such place, we felt lucky to be able to say we had stayed in a Castle .
The area has many lovely places to visit including La Baule , Croisic, Guerande, Pornic, San Marc, Briere National Park all with festivals galore and the for those looking for something different the WW11 Submarine pens in St Nazaire.
Our host Belinda was lovely and contactable at all times as was her housekeeper Isabelle . A lovely family holiday .
Maggie T.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan L.
31 July 2018
What an amazing place!!
We stayed at the Manoir for a week-long family gathering which at its peak comprised 10 adults, 2 teenagers, four children, a baby and a dog. The house and cottage together provided ample space for all and we never felt crowded. All the rooms are spacious and there are many living spaces as well as all the bedrooms so lots of different activities can proceed in parallel. The property is a beautiful old manor house and was spotlessly clean, very comfortable, well equipped and quiet. The pool was a favorite with youngsters and adults as was the outdoor table-tennis table. We arrived a little early and Isabelle, the housekeeper, met us and gave us a very useful tour of the house including instructions on how to operate the pool cover and cleaner. All in all it was everything that we had hoped for.
Jonathan L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
marie r.
5 Aug 2017
super
nous avons passé un excellent séjour à Donges dans un grand gîte très bien équipé et avons tous bien profité de la piscine chauffée (idéale pour le bébé de 5 mois). Nous étions 12 , 4 générations et tout le monde a trouvé sa place!
un seul bémol côté cottage une désagréable odeur d'égout persistante et gênante au premier étage
marie r.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Je suis ravie que votre séjour se soit bien passé.
Quant à l'odeur dans le cottage, nous avons fait vider la fosse septique la veille de votre arrivée (comme tous les 5 ans) ce qui explique sans doute la gêne occasionnée.
Grâce à votre commentaire, nous veillerons à le faire pendant la fermeture du gîte. Nous en sommes vraiment désolés.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
simone b.
25 May 2017
Superbe...
Excellent séjour. Manoir magnifique. Accueil parfait. Tout était parfait. Location vivement conseillé...
simone b.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
NICOLAS C.
11 May 2017
Lieu idéal pour des vacances familiales et entre amis
Manoir magnifique ou le dépaysement est aussi bien géographique que temporel! Confort, silence, piscine, espace sont les 4 points forts de ce lieu.
NICOLAS C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Renate B.
16 Aug 2016
Hele fijne woning, wij waren met 3 gezinnen, totaal 6 volwassenen en 8 kinderen.
De woning is mooi gelegen en makkelijk bereikbaar, vanaf de lokatie zijn de toeristische plekjes goed te bezoeken. De woning is van alle gemakken voorzien al kan de oven Wel vernieuwd worden, de robot in het zwembad doet volgens ons niet veel maar het water was er niet viezer door, wel goed bijhouden met schepnet en 's avonds afdekken.
Renate B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Murielle M.
30 July 2016
Excellentes vacances au manoir de la Simonais
Nous avons séjourné au manoir pendant une semaine au mois de juillet. Toute la famille (3 générations) a été plus qu'enchantée de ces vacances. L'espace disponible pour chacun, la piscine, les chambres toutes plus jolies les unes que les autres et le ravissant parc avec son boulodrome ont rendu notre séjour très agréable. Notre très sympathique hôtesse Belinda nous a accueillis chaleureusement et était toujours disponible en cas de besoin. Nous reviendrions avec plaisir dans ce très bel endroit
Murielle
Murielle M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Frédéric L.
4 Nov 2015
La vie de château pour un WE familial
Grand WE familial de 3 jours très apprécié au manoir.
De la piscine au terrain de pétanque, des pièces de vie chaleureuses aux chambres atypiques, il y a de quoi se sentir vraiment bien… dans un endroit qu'on a rarement l'occasion d'habiter.
Comme la météo était clémente, même en octobre, les enfants (et les adultes aussi) ont bien profité des extérieurs. Côté pratique, on a trouvé sur place tout ce qu'il faut pour cuisiner pour 15 pers, pour faire des jeux de société avec les enfants et pour visionner sur grand écran une défaite de l'équipe de France de Rugby en coupe du monde.
Autre élément essentiel que l'on retient : le sens de l'accueil de Belinda et Bertrand. Ils ont été aux petits oignons avec nous et en toute simplicité.
Conclusion : on passerait bien un autre WE ici !
Frédéric L.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Linda R.
20 Aug 2015
Wonderful property, 15th century with 21st century
Beautiful house in very private grounds and extremely well equipped, lovely pool and decking area. Owner very helpful and always answered emails and kept in touch right up to the end of our holiday. We went as an extended family of 14, 11 adults and 3 children for 2 weeks. It was fabulous. Only warning if you are not too steady on your feet then staircases are a bit tricky. Many thanks to the owner for the use of a fabulous house that we will all miss!!!
Linda R.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
LAURENCE B.
26 July 2015
Des vacances magiques
Nous avons passé 3 semaines de vacances inoubliables... des propriétaires chaleureux et ô combien sympathiques, un cadre divin avec des coins charmants et tranquilles disséminés un peu partout dans la propriété, la piscine idéale pour un temps incertain, oscillant entre grand bleu et crachin breton, un équipement plus qu'adapté aux grandes tablées, des chambres somptueuses... la campagne à 20' de la plage.... Juste génial;... Merci Belinda et Bertrand!
LAURENCE B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aurélien L.
16 July 2015
Super week-end...!!
Nous avons passé un super week-end de 4 jours dans un endroit tout simplement magnifique... Manoir, Cottage et jardin tout est conforme au photo voir même plus.
Location en tout point conforme à nos attentes, très bien équipés rien ne manque et enfin une vrai piscine CHAUFFEE !!
Un grand merci à la propriétaire qui a été d'une grande gentillesse et très attentionnée. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir!!!!!
Aurélien L.
About the host
Hosted by Belinda Peake
After 30 years of hard work, the Manor house is now totally restored. We have such pleasure in seeing our guests so happy when they stay. It has made all the hard work so much worth it.
Why they chose this property
The manor is located in the middle of the countryside between Nantes and the Baule. It is a timeless place, drowned in nature with centenary trees, deer, foxes, pheasants...
You will be able to enjoy: The heated indoor pool throughout the year. The well equipped, semi professional kitchen with its Lachanche cooker Life in this 15th century manoir Billiards (Montfort), American/French The salon dedicated to board games The petanque court The two ping-pong tables The volleyball court Outdoor plancha and barbecue The gardens and terraces The wood stoves in all the main rooms.