# A charming holiday cottage. Nature and tranquillity, just 1½ hours from Paris ## Identity - **Type of property**: Vacation rental - **Ranking**: 3 keys - **Labelised capacity**: 5 persons ## Location - **City**: La Chapelle-Saint-Fray (72240) - **Department**: Sarthe - **Region**: Pays de la Loire - **Coordinates**: 48.1096777, 0.0807648 ## Capacity and layout - **Capacity**: 5 persons - **Bedrooms**: 3 rooms - **Single beds**: 1 single bed - **Double beds**: 2 double beds - **Bathrooms**: 1 bathroom - **Kitchens**: 1 kitchen - **Living rooms**: 1 living room - **Pets**: dogs up to 25 kg (except categories 1 and 2) and cats are accepted up to 3 animals maximum. ## Highlights - **Campaign** - **Private parking** - **Bed Linen** ## Labels and themes - **Bike holidays**: Designed for touring cyclists, this accommodation is less than 5 km from a signposted cycle route and offers a secure room with tools and a repair kit. - **Business trip**: This property is close to a business park, airport or train station, and has an office and Wi-Fi so that professionals can work with peace of mind. - **Family and friends holidays**: Designed for conviviality, these offers include a baby kit (cot, high chair) and equipment such as a barbecue, raclette grill or plancha... - **Fishing destination**: Destination pêche: gîtes tailored to the 1.5 million French anglers who want to combine comfort and leisure outside their own department. - **Motorcycle holidays**: These flexible arrival accommodations offer secure parking for motorbikes and useful information: itineraries, garages, service stations, etc. - **Nature holidays**: These rentals, close to signposted trails, offer full documentation (topographical guides, IGN maps, guidebooks, etc.) for your nature walks. ## The advantages of the accommodation - A peaceful, natural setting. Enjoy extensive wooded grounds in a tranquil setting, ideal for recharging your batteries with family or friends in the heart of the countryside, near the Alpes Mancelles. - Comfort and a warm, welcoming atmosphere all year round. A fully equipped, single-storey holiday cottage with a fireplace, terrace, barbecue, linen provided and outdoor spaces perfect for relaxation. Enjoy the coolness of the house and the grounds - A practical and welcoming place to stay. Pets welcome, private car park and an ideal location for exploring the walking trails, charming villages and natural beauty of the Sarthe. ## Description Treat yourself to a relaxing break in the heart of the Sarthe countryside! Situated in La Chapelle-Saint-Fray, a charming village on the edge of the Alpes Mancelles, this single-storey holiday home is ideal for a holiday with family or friends, or for a getaway in the countryside. Just 1½ hours from Paris, 15 km north-west of Le Mans and 25 km from the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit, the gîte enjoys a prime location for combining cultural explorations, outdoor activities and moments of relaxation. 🌳 Set within a 2-hectare wooded, enclosed and immaculately maintained property, the gîte enjoys a peaceful setting, shared with the owners, whilst ensuring your privacy. 📅 Short stays available (less than a week): please contact the owner directly to check availability. 🏡 A cosy home where it’s lovely to get together Sleeping up to 5 people, this holiday let combines authenticity, comfort and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. ☀️ Living area Enjoy a lovely living space where the fireplace becomes the heart of the home on cooler evenings. Here you’ll find: \- a large living room with a fireplace (firewood provided) 🛋️ \- a cosy dining area 🍽️ \- a fully equipped kitchen including an oven, microwave, filter coffee machine and Nespresso machine, dishwasher, etc. 👩‍🍳 \- a shower room with toilet 🚿 \- an adjoining utility room with a washing machine 🧺 🛏️ Sleeping areas The sleeping areas comprise: \- a double-length bedroom with a single bed (90 cm), \- two adjoining bedrooms, each with a double bed (140 cm), and a cosy sitting area. \- A cot is available on request. 🌿 A large garden to recharge your batteries Outside, nature is ever-present whatever the season. \- a south-facing terrace 🌞 \- garden furniture🪑 \- a barbecue🔥 \- a vast, wooded plot of 2 hectares (shared with the owners) 🌳 \- a superb, unobstructed view of the surrounding countryside 🌾 \- private parking right next to the holiday cottage 🚗 An ideal setting for listening to birdsong, observing nature or simply savouring the peace and quiet of the countryside. ✅ Amenities designed for your comfort \- Fibre Wi-Fi 📶 \- Linen provided (bed linen, towels, table linen, etc.) 🛏️ \- Free firewood 🔥 \- Electric heating with a daily allowance of 40 kWh included (additional consumption charged at the current rate).⚡ \- Baby kit available on request (cot, high chair, bath, potty, socket covers) 👶 \- End-of-stay cleaning service available: €35 🧹 \- Pets allowed, subject to prior agreement with the owners: €15 per stay 🐶 ♿ Accessibility The house is entirely on one level and there is parking directly in front of the holiday home. It may be suitable for people with mobility difficulties (excluding wheelchair users). Please do not hesitate to contact the owners to check together whether the accommodation meets your needs. ❤️ Highlights of your stay \- Single-storey house \- Large, wooded plot of 2 hectares \- Fireplace with wood provided \- South-facing terrace \- Fibre broadband \- Linen provided \- Pets allowed (by arrangement) \- Just 1½ hours from Paris \- Close to Le Mans and the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit \- On the edge of the Alpes Mancelles, a paradise for walkers and nature lovers ## Home We are delighted to welcome you to Gîte Les Aitres. Make yourselves at home and make the most of this peaceful, leafy setting – the perfect place to unwind with family, friends or your pets. With nature, relaxation and exploring the Alpes Mancelles all on offer, we wish you a wonderful stay and are always on hand to advise you on the region’s must-see attractions. Have a lovely holiday! 🌿🏡✨ ## Accommodation details - **Approval number**: 072MS000031 - **Floor**: Garden level - **Surface**: 90 m² - **Equipped for babies**: Yes - **Beds**: 3 (2 x double bed and 1 x single bed) - **WCs**: 1 - **Kitchens**: 1 - **Living rooms**: 1 - **Owner's payment methods**: Cheque, Holiday vouchers, Transfert, Cash, and Connect Holiday vouchers - **Connect Holiday Vouchers**: Yes ## Rooms - **Independent rooms**: Ground floor, 8 m², 1 x 90x190 cm bed with chest of drawers and footstool. - **Independent rooms**: Ground floor, 17 m², 1 bed 140x190 with desk and wardrobe. - **Connecting room**: Ground floor, 17 m², 1 bed 140x190 with wardrobe, chest of drawers and full-length mirror. - **Bathroom / shower room** - **Laundry room**: Ground floor - **Kitchen in the living/dining room**: Ground floor, 33 m², Fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area with TV - **Garden, landscaped park**: Ground floor, A 2-hectare garden with trees ## Supplements - **End-of-stay cleaning**: €35.00 / séjour - **animals**: €15.00 / séjour, pet accommodation fee per stay - **Electricity for heating**: Billing at end of stay, An electricity meter reading will be taken in your presence on arrival and on departure. A flat rate of 50 kWh per day is included in the price of your booking. Any additional consumption recorded will be charged at the actual rate of €0.1985 per kWh and is to be paid on site at the end of your stay. - **Baby kit**: €0.00 / séjour, Available on request, free of charge: cot, high chair, baby bath, potty, socket covers. ## Equipment and services - **Interior equipment**: - Connecting Rooms - Crockery & Cutlery - Desk with lamp - Dishwasher - Dryer - Drying Rack - Espresso-Machine - Extractor Hood - Fan(s) on request - Fireplace - Hair Dryer - Heated Guest Rooms - Heated towel bar - Heating - Iron - Juicer - Reading lamp - Sound proofed windows - Temperature Control - Toiletries - Washing Machine - Weighting scale - armchairs - bookshelf - chest of drawers - child dishware - coffee maker - coffee table - cooking basics - dining table - dish rack - double sofa - electric kettle - electric oven - freezer - fridge - fully equipped kitchen - gas/electric hob - kitchen supplies - kitchen table and chairs - kitchenware - lamp - microwave - mirror - night tables - pet bowls - radiators - room climate control - tea pot - toaster - traditional - vacuum cleaner - wardrobe - wine glasses - Tumble dryer - fridge / freezer - **Outdoor equipment**: - BBQ grill - Boulodrome - Closed bike room - Courtyard - Garden (Private) - Terrace - badminton equipment - garden - kids outdoor play equipment - outdoor entertainment area - outdoor furniture - private entrance - sun umbrellas - **Parking lots**: - Private parking - **Charging station**: - Electric car charging point nearby (less than 15 minutes away) - **High-tech**: - internet connection - DVD player - Free Wireless Internet - TV - Telephone - radio - **Baby equipments**: - Baby chair on request - Baby cutlery - Baby high chair - Cots, High Chairs, Mattress (on request) - Cribs Available - High chair on request ## Nearby 🌲 An ideal destination for exploring the Sarthe and the Alpes Mancelles The holiday cottage is an excellent base from which to explore the most beautiful sites in the north of the Sarthe. Nearby, discover: \- 🏰 Le Mans (15 km), famous for its Cité Plantagenêt, its Gallo-Roman ramparts – among the best-preserved in Europe – its cathedral and its historic centre with its half-timbered houses. \- 🏎️ The Le Mans 24 Hours Circuit (25 km), a must-see for motor racing enthusiasts, as well as its museum and the many events held throughout the year. \- 🌊 Sillé-Plage (20 minutes) with its leisure centre: swimming, a well-equipped beach, pedalos, stand-up paddleboarding, sailing and a national forest. \- 🥾 The Alpes Mancelles, a true natural gem renowned for: its hiking trails, the GR®36, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, and panoramic views over the Sarthe valleys. \- 🌉 Thrill-seekers can also enjoy: bungee jumping, tree-top adventure courses and canoeing. \- 🐴 Equestrian centre just 3 km away. 🌿 Cultural activities near the gîte Explore Vieux Mans, a picturesque medieval quarter with its half-timbered houses and charming cobbled streets. Visit Saint-Julien Cathedral, a jewel of Gothic and Romanesque architecture overlooking the town. Discover the Royal Abbey of Épau, founded by Queen Bérengère, a peaceful place blending history and contemporary art. Immerse yourself in the world of motor racing at the 24 Hours of Le Mans Museum, with its impressive collection of legendary cars. Explore the exhibitions at the Musée de Tessé, dedicated to fine art and Egyptian antiquities. Enjoy a concert or a show at the Cité de la Musique in Le Mans, a cultural centre bustling with activity all year round. 🚴‍♀️ Sports and nature activities nearby Go for a hike or a cycle ride along the River Sarthe, on trails set in lush green surroundings. Take a stroll through the majestic Bercé Forest, famous for its centuries-old oaks and signposted trails. Try canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding on the River Huisne – a lovely way to discover the region’s natural landscapes. Give tree-top adventure a go or enjoy walks in the Arche de la Nature nature park in Le Mans. Play golf in Sargé-lès-Le-Mans, on a course suitable for beginners and experienced golfers alike. Experience the adrenaline rush of a driving course on the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit. 👨‍👩‍👧 For families with children Treat your family to a magical day out at La Flèche Zoo, with its animal shows and wide variety of species. Have fun at Papéa Parc, a family-friendly amusement park with rides, water attractions and shows. Hop aboard the Sarthe tourist train for a retro-style journey through the countryside. ## Access map 🚗 By car From Paris (\~2 hours 15 minutes) Take the A11 motorway towards Le Mans. Take exit 8: Le Mans Nord – ZI Nord – La Chapelle-Saint-Aubin. Follow the D338 then the D232 towards La Chapelle-Saint-Fray. The gîte is situated a few kilometres north-west of Le Mans. From Poitiers (\~2h15) Take the A10 to Tours, then the A28 towards Le Mans. Take the exit for Ballon – La Bazoge, then continue on the D338 and the D300 to La Chapelle-Saint-Fray. 🚆 By train From Paris (Gare Montparnasse) Take a direct TGV to Le Mans (around 55 minutes). At Le Mans station, take a taxi, a hire car, or occasionally a regional bus to La Chapelle-Saint-Fray (20–25-minute journey). From Poitiers Take a TER or TGV train to Le Mans (approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours, often with a change at Tours). Then follow the same route as from Paris: taxi, hire car or bus to the gîte. ## To discover in the surrounding area - Bathing at 20 km - Boutiques at 4 km - Campaign at 0.1 km - Communal pool at 10 km - Downtown at 10 km - Fishing at 6 km - Full nature at 0.1 km - Golf Course at 12 km - Horseback Riding at 3 km - Monument / historic site at 2 km - Mountain bike tours at 1 km - Train station at 17 km - Waterfront at 11 km - hiking at 1 km ## Services - Bed Linen - Max 3 pets allowed - bath linens - bed linens ## Starting rate From €55 for 1 night ## Traveler reviews - **Average rating**: 9.9 - **Number of reviews**: 11 - **Overall impression**: They loved it