Title: Charming Countryside Getaway-3BR, Fireplace, Fibre WiFi, Near River & Trails - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Countryside Getaway-3BR, Fireplace, Fibre WiFi, Near River & Trails Cottage in Saint-Calais-du-Désert with kitchen and patio ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61470000/61461400/61461378/78f529e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61470000/61461400/61461378/d666e2fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61470000/61461400/61461378/2985b36c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61470000/61461400/61461378/94e2f897.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61470000/61461400/61461378/02037844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Charming Countryside Getaway-3BR, Fireplace, Fibre WiFi, Near River & Trails, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61216 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Countryside Getaway-3BR, Fireplace, Fibre WiFi, Near River & Trails Browse the valleys of the Mayenne and discover the cottage La Petite Vallée in a rural setting. Everything contributes to rest and the pleasure of the senses! The 113m² gîte, with its 3 bedrooms and 2 bathroom/shower rooms, 2 separate toilets, has been completely restored, facing south, independent, not overlooked. Ground floor: fitted kitchen open to the living room 52 m² with fireplace (wood stove), flat screen TV - 1 bedroom (1 bed 140) - bathroom (walk-in shower, washing machine, dryer) - independent toilet. 1st floor: 1 bedroom (1 double bed) - 1 bedroom (1 double bed and 1 single bed) - 1 bathroom - separate wc. Baby equipment on request. Children can enjoy the porch in the garden and games available in the cottage. Wifi, very good network ideal for teleworking with Fiber and television. Parking, south-facing terrace, garden furniture, charcoal barbecue, wooded and landscaped grounds. Path to the Mayenne river with the possibility of river fishing (card required). Hiking trails (GR22 C) and farmyard animals, goats and ponies nearby. 1 hour from Le Mans. Shops: Pré en Paille 7km - La Ferté-Macé: leisure center - Bagnoles de l'Orne, 20km: casino, spa...golf. Sheets included and beds made on arrival. Electric heating on meter reading (to be paid to the owner) Wood: 60€ / Stère (to be paid to the owner) Options: towels €5/person - cleaning €60/stay from 1 to 14 nights (compulsory for professionals). Animals not accepted. If you are numerous, several lodgings in Saint-Calais du Désert: Le Moulin de Cordouen (H53G020711) 10 people, Nordic bath and sauna, 4 bedrooms - Le Moulin Arrondeau (H53P010871), group or stopover lodging 24 people, 6 bedrooms, reception room. Optional services to be paid on site and to be reserved before your arrival: \- 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. Leaving the village of Saint Calais, take rue Modeste Pincon then straight on at the fork to the left as far as the bridge, then right at the first houses. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Hiking nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number NOT\_REQUIRED ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as 15084981132 ## About the area Saint-Calais-du-Désert is home to this cottage. Carrouges Château and Castle Lassay are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Parc du Château de la Roche-Bagnoles and Ferme du cheval de trait. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. [Visit our Saint-Calais-du-Désert travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Calais-Du-Desert.dx3000035952) [View more Cottages in Saint-Calais-du-Désert](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Calais-Du-Desert-Cottages.d3000035952-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C48.48700%2C-0.23776&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=33tBtXBhECyIJpE1xTx7EGUr8gM=) Saint-Calais-du-Désert, Pays de la Loire ### What's nearby - Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Gorges de Villiers - 20 min drive - 11.9 km - Carrouges Château - 24 min drive - 20.4 km - Bagnoles de l'Orne Casino - 25 min drive - 24.3 km - Château de La Motte-Husson - 62 min drive - 63.2 km ### Getting around - Alençon Station - 32 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪L'assiette Gourmande - ‬10 min drive - ‪Total Access - ‬11 min drive - ‪Lemasson Gabriel - ‬14 min drive - ‪Tes et Col - ‬10 min drive - ‪La Sosta - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Countryside Getaway-3BR, Fireplace, Fibre WiFi, Near River & Trails pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Countryside Getaway-3BR, Fireplace, Fibre WiFi, Near River & Trails? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Countryside Getaway-3BR, Fireplace, Fibre WiFi, Near River & Trails? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Countryside Getaway-3BR, Fireplace, Fibre WiFi, Near River & Trails located? > Situated in Saint-Calais-du-Désert, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Gorges de Villiers and Carrouges Château. Parc Barré Saint is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Countryside Getaway-3BR, Fireplace, Fibre WiFi, Near River & Trails Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grenville W. Sep 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Cottage, St.Calais du Desert, France. This is a first class, excellently restored property. Superb! From the warm welcome from Nicole on arrival we all had the most wonderful time. The property is spacious, very well equipped, comfortable & clean. Beds & bedding in good condition. The garden is beautiful & has plenty of seating plus table & chairs for outside dining. The position is rural but not isolated. The best we've stayed in! Highly recommend! ##### Grenville W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nicholas g. Jul 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The most fabulous gite location and owners Didier & Nicole , just superb in every way we will be going back regularly .Beautiful old cottage in superb condition inside and out , every possible thing you need for a stay it has . And that location .. on its own on top of a hill overlooking a wooded valley sound but the wind in the trees and birdsong ( and combines as it was harvest time ). Perfect .The owners are so friendly & helpful and rightly proud of the superb gite they own - I would be too! And a shared passion for old cars - thanks Didier A almost new Super U is 10 mins drive away through country lanes which is really convenient. All in all a beautiful place to stay and area ,we love it . ##### nicholas g. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian R. Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ruhe auf dem Land Wunderbares gîte um sich von den StrapazenDes Alltags zu erholen- Mitten in der Natur.Das Haus hat alles was man für eine Auszeit benötigt- Sicht auf Rehe, Füchse und Grünspechte gibt es gratis!! Herrlich! Sehr netteGastgeber- 100 % zu empfehlen !! ##### Christian R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### chantal m. Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tres beau gite très bien tenu et proprietaires tres a l ecoute pour rendre le sejour unique Gite a recommander tant au niveau de l emplacement que du gite propre clair fleuri en ete. Un seul mot SUPER ##### chantal m. Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### JHJ Z. Jun 26, 2024 #### Prachtige gite landelijk gelegen Een vakantie gite om van te houden. Alle dingen van thuis zijn aanwezig. Schoon aangetroffen. ##### JHJ Z. ### 10/10 Excellent #### gael m. Apr 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Week End Très bon week-end découverte de ce joli coin, jusqu'à lors méconnu. En vélo, à pied, en voiture La maison est magnifique, très confortable et bien située (belle vue sur la campagne environnante, très joli jardin, chemins de randonnée au départ du gîte, ...) ##### gael m. 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