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18th Century Manoir near to Le Mans, Sarthe
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 1+ bathroom Sleeps 9
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Explore the area

Saint-Symphorien, Pays De La Loire
- Bugatti Circuit36 min drive
- Circuit de la Sarthe36 min drive
- 24 Hours of Le Mans Museum36 min drive
- Le Mans (LME-Arnage)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Shower room 1
Shower only
Shower room 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
18th Century Manoir near to Le Mans, Sarthe
Three bedroom stone built 18th century Manoir at the edge of a little village. Set in 6 acres, including extensive garden and orchard. Character property with open fires and high beamed ceilings. Peaceful retreat, but only 20 minutes from the bustling medieval city of Le Mans, famous for the 24 hour motor race. One hour north of the Loire rivers' vineyards and chateaux. Forest and lakes nearby, such as the local Forest of Charnie and the magnificent Alpes Mancelles - ideal for walking, cycling, fishing, sailing, swimming. Perfect base to visit the area, including the towns of Le Mans, with its magnificent cathedral, medieval city and fantastic shops, Alencon, Laval with its hilltop fortress, the lake at Sille Le Guillaume with its beach and sailing facilities, the medieval village of Saint Suzanne, picturesque St Cenerie, Fresnay Sur Sarthe, or Solesmes Abbey, with its Gregorian chants and hymns.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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- Kitchen
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
Events
Events allowed
Events allowed but please respect our home
Pets
Pets allowed
Pets are allowed with a £25 surcharge
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Non-smoking only
Important information
You need to know
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Events allowed but please respect our home
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Saint-Symphorien
Located in Saint-Symphorien, this holiday home is in a rural area. Château de Sache and Musée de Tesse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Château de Sille-le-Guillaume and Eglise de Sille-le-Guillaume. Travelling with kids? Consider Arche de la Nature and La Nuit des Chimeres. Windsurfing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

Saint-Symphorien, Pays De La Loire
What's nearby
- St-Julien Cathedral - 29 min drive - 35.8 km
- Le Mans Exhibition Centre - 35 min drive - 42.6 km
- Bugatti Circuit - 36 min drive - 43.3 km
- Circuit de la Sarthe - 36 min drive - 43.3 km
- 24 Hours of Le Mans Museum - 36 min drive - 43.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Restaurant Ricordeau - 12 min drive
- Le Relais des Gourmets - 3 min drive
- Les 7 Marches - 12 min drive
- Le Bistrot du Village - 11 min drive
- La Rouez Vers l'Or - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Rachel Nickless

As a child, my parents used to take my brothers and I to France every summer. It was during these impressionable years that I fell in love with the country, the history, language, culture, food and later - the wine! I always knew that one day I would live in France.
I bought Le Petit Bois in 2007, having fallen for its 'wow' factor, the first time I saw it. I relocated to Paris with work and I lived at Le Petit Bois and worked out of Paris, just 55 minutes from Le Mans on the TGV.
It was a great life, and just as I had envisaged living in France would be.
I moved back to the UK for work in 2010, so my home then became an occasional retreat that I decided to let out to fellow Francophiles for holidays.
I hope you enjoy spending your precious time here as much as I do.
I bought Le Petit Bois in 2007, having fallen for its 'wow' factor, the first time I saw it. I relocated to Paris with work and I lived at Le Petit Bois and worked out of Paris, just 55 minutes from Le Mans on the TGV.
It was a great life, and just as I had envisaged living in France would be.
I moved back to the UK for work in 2010, so my home then became an occasional retreat that I decided to let out to fellow Francophiles for holidays.
I hope you enjoy spending your precious time here as much as I do.
Why they chose this property
The first time I pulled into the courtyard of Le petit Bois I fell in love with the property. It had the 'wow' factor and was eactly what I was looking for in a home. The rooms are big, and the grounds private and plentiful! I moved in, in November 2007,and Le Petit Bois was my home for 2 years whilst I was working in Paris.
What makes this property unique
I enjoy spending time in the big garden, knowing that I have peace and space from the outside world, but also knowing that the village centre is 200 metres from the back gate! Although the property is in a village, the beautiful medieval city of Le Mans is just 14 miles away, so staying at Le Petit Bois gives me the best of both worlds - rural privacy, and city living.
In the winter I love to light the fire and enjoy the beautiful bright sunny winter days, walking in the near by forest.
In the winter I love to light the fire and enjoy the beautiful bright sunny winter days, walking in the near by forest.
Languages:
English, French
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