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Charming Tower In A Medieval Property , private fishing lake
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 555 sq m
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Saint-Thomas-De-Courceriers, Pays De La Loire
- Bugatti Circuit
- Circuit de la Sarthe
- Château de La Motte-Husson45 min drive
- Le Mans (LME-Arnage)62 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1 (attic)
1 Single Bed and 1 Crib
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming Tower In A Medieval Property , private fishing lake
Courceriers is in north-east Mayenne near the village of Saint-Thomas-de-Courceriers which takes its name from the site. It is easily accessed from the Channel ports, four hours drive from Calais and the Eurotunnel terminal and two hours from Caen. Steeped in history, Courceriers was once home to prehistoric man. It has also been a Roman camp ("Caesar's Court"), an important site in Gaul (the Gallic Roman Empire) and a medieval fortress. After this was sacked by English armies in 1419, a château was built on the site, also sadly now dispatched into history. You will be living part of that history when you stay in the tower, all that remains of the château. All around are reminders of Courceriers' glorious past - the massive fortress ramparts, the ruins of the Keep, the valley that was dammed and flooded by the Romans to keep the heathen hordes at bay, the manor houses and the chapel, built in 1418, La Portail (the gatehouse), built in 1657, the old mill......
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please be careful of the spiral stairs and lake.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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-Thomas-de-Courceriers
Located in Saint-Thomas-de-Courceriers, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Musée du Château de Mayenne and Château de Lassay are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Château de Sille-le-Guillaume and Eglise de Sille-le-Guillaume. Snorkelling and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and cycling nearby.
Saint-Thomas-De-Courceriers, Pays De La Loire
What's nearby
- Sillé Plage - 20 min drive - 19.2 km
- Château de Sille-le-Guillaume - 21 min drive - 18.8 km
- Villa les Roches Brunes - 26 min drive - 27.2 km
- Château de La Motte-Husson - 45 min drive - 49.7 km
- Bagnoles de l'Orne Casino - 48 min drive - 45.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bar du Commerce - 12 min drive
- La Bonne Table - 9 min drive
- Gaignard - 12 min drive
- Beaufils Thierry - 12 min drive
- Le Pégase - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Sophie Gallais
We love nature, animals and the countryside. Just as well because there's a lot around here!
Why they chose this property
Courceriers has been owned by my family for 170 years. My family bought it 25 years after the French Revolution!
Damien and I lived in the tower for 4 years and converted it to our own high standards. When we had our children we decided to renovate the nearby old manor house and offer the tower as a holiday home, which you can enjoy today.
It has a wonderful feeling of remoteness and history but is within easy reach of towns and villages of all sizes so you never feel cut off from civilization (the nearest shops, bar, restaurant, etc. are 4 km). Between Laval and Alençon, our gîte is also just one hour from Le Mans and two hours from the Normandy coast, Le Mont St Michel, The Loire Valley and even Paris by TGV.
But why go there when there is so much to see and do on your doorstep.
Damien and I lived in the tower for 4 years and converted it to our own high standards. When we had our children we decided to renovate the nearby old manor house and offer the tower as a holiday home, which you can enjoy today.
It has a wonderful feeling of remoteness and history but is within easy reach of towns and villages of all sizes so you never feel cut off from civilization (the nearest shops, bar, restaurant, etc. are 4 km). Between Laval and Alençon, our gîte is also just one hour from Le Mans and two hours from the Normandy coast, Le Mont St Michel, The Loire Valley and even Paris by TGV.
But why go there when there is so much to see and do on your doorstep.
What makes this property unique
We believe our gîte is unique! Sure, there are gîtes that are in old châteaux but how many can boast a heritage going back before Roman times?
The gîte consists of a 17th century tower on 5 levels linked by a spiral staircase and surrounded by the remains of an ancient fortress which dates from the 14th century. It is equipped with all modern conveniences and is completely separate from our house, which is nearby, should you need us.
In the extensive grounds there are a fishing lake of 1.5 hectares and a river. A 3.2m boat is at the disposal of our guests, free of charge.
The local countryside is beautiful and is ideal for walking, rambling or cycling, along the quiet country lanes or the many chemins that have been there for centuries. Driving here is also a real pleasure.
The gîte consists of a 17th century tower on 5 levels linked by a spiral staircase and surrounded by the remains of an ancient fortress which dates from the 14th century. It is equipped with all modern conveniences and is completely separate from our house, which is nearby, should you need us.
In the extensive grounds there are a fishing lake of 1.5 hectares and a river. A 3.2m boat is at the disposal of our guests, free of charge.
The local countryside is beautiful and is ideal for walking, rambling or cycling, along the quiet country lanes or the many chemins that have been there for centuries. Driving here is also a real pleasure.
Languages:
English, French, Spanish
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