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The cottage (once an old barn) has been recently renovated to a high standard. It provides 2 large double bedrooms with original features, a large bathroom with a roll top bath and shower, and a large separate toilet.
The downstairs has an original fireplace with a wood burner and original beams, providing a comfortable seating lounge for relaxing, with a comfortable double sofa bed, extra single chair and a large, faux leather beanbag. A LCD television (English Sky TV), Playstation and surround sound DVD player
The modern kitchen has a four burner gas hob, multifunction electric oven, microwave, kettle, coffee machine, toaster, washing machine, dish washer and all cooking equipment.
The cottage has a private outside eating area and terrace, with a wooden garden table, 6 chairs with c...The cottage (once an old barn) has been recently renovated to a high standard. It provides 2 large double bedrooms with original features, a large bathroom with a roll top bath and shower, and a large separate toilet.
The downstairs has an original fireplace with a wood burner and original beams, providing a comfortable seating lounge for relaxing, with a comfortable double sofa bed, extra single chair and a large, faux leather beanbag. A LCD television (English Sky TV), Playstation and surround sound DVD player
The modern kitchen has a four burner gas hob, multifunction electric oven, microwave, kettle, coffee machine, toaster, washing machine, dish washer and all cooking equipment.
The cottage has a private outside eating area and terrace, with a wooden garden table, 6 chairs with cushions, sun loungers , BBQ and ample secure parking, also a large children's play area and larger terrace.(shared with owners) set within 5 acres of fields. There is plenty of room to run about.
There are outside lights and electricity sockets enabling guests to benefit from the outside space. Also some solar lights providing guests with a good ambiance.
Local supermarket is just 10 mins drive , and the local Saturday market is in Fresnay sur Sarthe which is 10 mins drive.
Welcome pack on arrival. (Wine, cheese, baguette )can vary
BED and BREAKFAST offered at good rates.. please enquire
Tourist License / Licencia de turismo N °: 07201072_14119_0015
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlyNo smoking
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We kindly ask guests to make sure bed linen and towels are taken off the beds and left in the kitchen on departure..
Pets are permitted with prior arrangement. Additional costs apply 25 GBP per pet. To be paid on arrival..
All rubbish must be recycled at the recycling point close to the property
Thank you
5🌟 rating for Jackie and Tonys lovely Gite!!
Two weeks of glorious sunshine, fun and relaxation!
The Gite was perfect! Everything you needed and more was there for your use! A warm welcome on our arrival and a bonus welcome gift of wine, baguette and cheese! (and another warm welcome the next day from Buddy the friendliest dog in the world 🐶)
We all loved the spacious Gite,grounds, and the peacefulness of the area. The pool was used nearly every day. ...
Lots of beautiful walks, towns and lovely beach lake, Canoeing, kayaking, zip wires, horse riding and much more close by.
Jackie and Tony were always very helpful and recommended lots of nice places to visit.
Can't wait to re-visit!
Visited August 2019
Written September 10, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
jpepe243
Thank you Sian and Gareth for your lovely review. We are very happy that you all enjoyed staying at our gite. Buddy misses you very much! We hope to see you again soon
Written September 15, 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Trip752633
1 contribution
Well thought out accomodation
Quiet and rural location but need to drive to attractions. Accomodation was very clean, everything needed was there. Helpful, friendly owners and lovely animals which made it feel very homely and welcoming. Would stay there again.
Visited August 2018
Written August 13, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
jpepe243
Thank you Sharon for your review, We are glad you enjoyed your stay.. hope to see you again sometime Jackie
Written August 15, 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Pascale B
Sivry-Courtry, France11 contributions
Accueil très chaleureux
Nous avons loué cette maison juste pour une nuit, entre amis, dans le cadre d'une compétition de VTT qui avait lieu le lendemain.
Nous avons été formidablement bien accueillis.
Cette maison est situé avec un petit groupe d'autres maisons en pleine nature, c'est donc le calme total.
Je la recommande à des personnes qui ont besoin de se reposer, ou à des familles avec de jeunes enfants.
Seul bémol : il n'y a pas la possibilité de prendre de douche ( juste des bains ).
Visited September 2016 Traveled with friends
Written October 5, 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
jpepe243
merci louis, ce fut un plaisir de vous accueillir chez nous et nous avons eu un grand temps, grâce ont un bon noël
Written October 7, 2016. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Venture668696
1 contribution
recommandable
Bonjour
excellent accueil jackie et son mari sont formidable
la maison est refaite a neuf et pouvant loger 6 personnes
toutes les commodités sont présentes sauf un petit bémol dans la salle de bains il n'ya pas de pommeau de douche dans la baignoire ce qui vous oblige a prendre un bain dans la baignoire.
environnement très calme au bordure d' un champs .
ah oui la maison que vous avez sur le site est la maison du propriétaire le gite est situe derrière .(si l'occasion se pressente nous y retourneront )
au revoir
Visited September 2016
Written September 28, 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
jpepe243
je vous remercie beaucoup pour la grande revue, espérons que vous revenez pour une visite
Written October 7, 2016. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Susan R
4 contributions
Brilliant Gite, so relaxing and a very warm welcoming family
We stayed at the Gite for a week in August 2016. The accommodation and facilities are perfect, Tony and Jackie have really taken the time to think of the things you need and more. Our children 5 and 8 loved the garden and as a result we hardly left and spent most of our week relaxing in the garden.
Tony and Jackie are great hosts and give as much or as little help as you require. We had a lovely time in their company including a bbq and a number of bottles of wine.
Thank you for a wonderful break we will definately be back.
Visited August 2016
Written August 30, 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
ASD_Travel_Family
Cambridge, United Kingdom2 contributions
Perfect ingredients for ideal holiday - great gite in a wonderful location
Where to start? A wonderful holiday and certainly one of the best we've had, in a place where we felt like we could truly relax. Jackie and Tony and all the animals were welcoming friendly and always offering advice and tips on where to go and what to explore.
The gite itself is lovely and welcoming, the perfect holiday cottage coupled with being in a great location. There's so much to explore in this area of France we could have easily stayed for another week. It's an ideal spot for visiting lots of places and coupled excellent facilities on site to keep the kids entertained.
Would we stay again? Without hesitation - great people, great gite, great location, great climate in a lovely part of France.
Visited August 2016
Written August 18, 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
jpepe243
Dear Paul and family, thanks for a great review, It was a pleasure to have you stay in our gite, we are happy for you that you have some great memories, Until next time .... Jackie and family
Written August 19, 2016. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
zarugger
Silverton, OR82 contributions
best stay in a long time
We had the best stay in years, the kids loved the pool and the toys to play with, feeding the horse and chickens. we got fresh eggs and had some fresh garden vegetable's. The stars at night are just awesome the thunder storm was brilliant and as for the house, they have put a lot of attention and hard work into it and it shows. it was beautiful, nice to have SKY TV and kitchen was very well equipped. we BBQ most days but we had a brilliant stay.
Visited August 2015
Written August 29, 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Cheryl C
Leeds, United Kingdom11 contributions
Family Gite
Lovely modern gite with everything you could want or need for exploring the countryside, we even found a village 3 day fete (thanks to Jackie). Our 9 year old daughter loved the swimming pool, trampoline and the dog, so she was occupied whilst we relaxed.
The gite had a lovely log fire, so even though the weather wasn't great, Kev did have the excuse to light the fire a couple of nights.
Would definitely recommend this gite to anyone with families.
Visited August 2014 Traveled as a couple
Written September 22, 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
S M
Herefordshire, United Kingdom1 contribution
great place to relax and enjoy france
The cottage is very spacious, contemporary with all the mod cons you could need plus great outside areas to relax in with wonderful countryside views. The children particularly enjoyed the swimming pool, table tennis and the football among other things eg play station, UK TV! We came to the area to do some cycling and were more than pleased to find VTT (french mountain bike) cycling tracks from just up the road and a cycle ride to the village shop for bread each morning that was fine for a 12year old on their own (if out of bed in time!). There were plenty of things to do within a short drive such as canoeing, river walks, more cycling and swimming down at a local lake. Alencon is a picturesque town that we might not have visited if we hadn't stayed here.
Jackie and family were very helpful and welcoming. I would certainly recommend a stay at Maison Ensoleillee!
Visited July 2014
Written August 23, 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
stephen n
Derbyshire, United Kingdom5 contributions
Well equipped and comfortable, a quiet and friendly atmosphere.
A comfortable base for exploring a lovely backwater, a great place to stay either before or after visiting the circuit at Le Mans. A restfull stay with many towns and villages nearby.
Visited July 2014 Traveled as a couple
Written July 21, 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Alencon town centre (10 mins drive) which is famous for ;Lace making and its stunningNotre Damecathderal is a pretty market town with lots of good eating places,shops,brocantes and museums.There is an indoor/outdoor swimming pool and a lovely park which has animals and a play area it also hosts weekly events throughout the summer.
The Alpes Mancelles is only 10 min drive and has the most incredible views of the countryside together with some of the most prettiest villages in france.
Bangnoles de l'orne has a beautiful chateau and casino.
The Harras du Pin is the national stud farm and is only 40min drive where you will see spectacular dancing horse events on throughout the summer.
If you prefer a bit more excitement Le Mans which is famous for its 24hr motor racing, very good shopping and sight-seeing, a very large indoor/outdoor pool with wave machine and an indoor adventure playground/soft play nearby (30 mins) and very accessible by train or car with the added attraction of an adventure park Pappea (with a very good water park)
Eurodisney is only 1 hr 30min away by the fast TGV train, and 21/2 hrs by car
Cocco Plage (a man made beach) is situated in Sille de Guilliume which is about 25 mins drive and is a very good alternative to a real beach with watersport activities, a bar and restaurant, play area and unlimited FREE parking, boat hire, pedalos, crazy golf horse riding and fishing. There is a train ride available to take you around the lake if you prefer a change from walking, and the forest is ideal for walking and cycling.
Fresnay sur Sarthe(10 mins) has a traditional weekly market SATURDAYS and medieval ruins offering an excellent view of the town . An outdoor swimming pool and tennis courts are also available at Fresnay sur Sarthe.
The village of Gesnes Le Gandelin itself, is within easy walking distance, it offers a bar/restaurant (open daily serving coffees, alcoholic beverages and good local food), a boulangerie, a post office, hairdressers, a play park, a grass area for playing and picnicing along with an area especially made for playing the famous game of Boule.
One of France' top zoos at Parc Zoologique de La Fleche, is definitely worth a visit. The park is ideal for a family day out with cafes and attractive riverside setting. Over 1,200 animals from all over the world can be observed in their natural surroundings from polar bears underwater to elephants in the African savannah.
See tigers, Chinese pandas and more. The zoo is known for its amazing shows with sea-lions, parrots, and falconry displays on horseback. Open daily all year and only approximately 45 mins drive just outside Le Mans.
St Leonard des Bois is only 10 mins drive away, and offers lots of outdoor activities, including horse riding, water sports, for the adventurous- an 'in the trees ' adventure park, along with a very pretty trail walk to see some of the most prettiest views and animals. You can also find a selction of traditional bars and restaurants.
St-Ceneri-le-Gerei (6km) is found in the Orne department of Normandy to the south-west of Alencon.
A very pretty village in a lovely wooded setting on a bend in the River Sarthe in the heart of southern Normandy, Saint Ceneri is classified as a 'most beautiful village of France'.
The village is very popular with artists, drawn by the unspoiled character of the village and several artists have established galleries and workshops here.
There are some pretty houses along the river banks - the two banks are joined by an old bridge.
The village has an attractive 11th century romanesque style church, with some notable frescoes, and pretty views down the river valley. There is also a very little 15th century chapel.
Nearby the Gardens at La Mansoniere are also recommended, with several different 'garden rooms' to be explored.
Getting around
Car is advised enabling you to benefit the local amenities
Access
Car advised
How to get there
Ferry (Brittany ferries-poss 20% discount available ) Caen, Calais, Le Havre. Train to Le Mans and then to Alencon. Aeroplane to Paris then train to Alencon
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