6/10 Okay
edmond l.
30 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in, location
beau séjour
edmond l.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Entire home
Highly Rated, charming 14th century Toll House close to Solesmes and Sable
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 242 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Avoise, Pays De La Loire
- St Peter's Abbey of Solesmes10 min drive
- Abbey of St Cecile12 min drive
- Zoo de la Fleche29 min drive
- Le Mans (LME-Arnage)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Main Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Master
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Highly Rated, charming 14th century Toll House close to Solesmes and Sable
Cute and charming but with an upgraded, contemporary feel. Petite, stone-built, three-storey cottage with view from the living room window towards the beautiful River Sarthe. Originally a 14th century toll-house at the entrance to the riverside village of Avoise, this unique property is now an ideal holiday home for those seeking a quiet and relaxing break in this beautiful region.
Outer stone steps lead up to the entrance of the property (middle floor) and into the living and kitchen area. A spiral staircase leads up to the bedroom, shower and separate WC on the top floor. The ground floor has a separate external entrance and is currently used as a utility room (washing machine, dryer) and bike storage (two bicycles are provided).
The bedroom has ancient ceiling beams and is equipped with a comfortable double bed, bedside tables, hanging cupboard, drawers and a washbasin. The shower and (separate) WC are en-suite.
The living / dining room has a two-seater sofa, arm-chair, coffee table, high-top dining table & chairs, dresser, DVD player, Bose speaker, Apple TV, and ceramic wall-mounted heater. There are large windows overlooking the access lane to the river. The compact kitchen facilities have recently been upgraded and include a cooktop, full oven, fridge with small freezer, Nespresso machine, toaster, and kettle.
Free unlimited wi-fi is available. All linens and towels are provided. You are a short 50 metre walk from the grassy riverbank. Take the folding chairs and enjoy a waterfront picnic, fishing, a book, a bottle of wine...
Plenty of free parking just a few meters away from the house.
Please note the following:
i) a mandatory stay tax has been added and will be paid directly to the town on your behalf
Outer stone steps lead up to the entrance of the property (middle floor) and into the living and kitchen area. A spiral staircase leads up to the bedroom, shower and separate WC on the top floor. The ground floor has a separate external entrance and is currently used as a utility room (washing machine, dryer) and bike storage (two bicycles are provided).
The bedroom has ancient ceiling beams and is equipped with a comfortable double bed, bedside tables, hanging cupboard, drawers and a washbasin. The shower and (separate) WC are en-suite.
The living / dining room has a two-seater sofa, arm-chair, coffee table, high-top dining table & chairs, dresser, DVD player, Bose speaker, Apple TV, and ceramic wall-mounted heater. There are large windows overlooking the access lane to the river. The compact kitchen facilities have recently been upgraded and include a cooktop, full oven, fridge with small freezer, Nespresso machine, toaster, and kettle.
Free unlimited wi-fi is available. All linens and towels are provided. You are a short 50 metre walk from the grassy riverbank. Take the folding chairs and enjoy a waterfront picnic, fishing, a book, a bottle of wine...
Plenty of free parking just a few meters away from the house.
Please note the following:
i) a mandatory stay tax has been added and will be paid directly to the town on your behalf
Property manager
Carol Hellyer
Languages
English, French, German, Italian
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
We are happy to discuss with you your pet's needs.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Avoise
Located in Avoise, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. St Peter's Abbey of Solesmes and Abbey of St Cecile are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Brulon and Caves of Saulges. Zoo de la Fleche and l'Ilebulle Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Rafting and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cave exploring nearby.
Avoise, Pays De La Loire
What's nearby
- St Peter's Abbey of Solesmes - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
- Abbey of St Cecile - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
- Zoo de la Fleche - 29 min drive - 29.0 km
- Bugatti Circuit - 38 min drive - 41.3 km
- Circuit de la Sarthe - 38 min drive - 40.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Le Quilisma - 13 min drive
- Subway - 11 min drive
- La Flambée - 14 min drive
- Le Saint Philibert - 6 min drive
- Chez Franck et Bruno - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
7.6/10
Check-in
8.6/10
Communication
6.6/10
Location
8.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
DANIEL L.
21 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Logement agréable bien agencé , parfait pour 2.
DANIEL L.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Helen S.
8 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Window view of river =Happy place to sit
Helen S.
8/10 Good
Fabienne B.
29 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
maisonnette
Fabienne B.
10/10 Excellent
laurent c.
24 March 2019
Excellent séjour
laurent c.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Arijs R.
15 October 2018
Exellent!
Arijs R.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
8/10 Good
Jean - Pierre M.
29 July 2018
Court séjour dans un ensemble de caractère
Jean - Pierre M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Martin V., Monroe, NJ
8 July 2018
Lovely stay in beautiful location. Exactly as anticipated.
Martin V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Christina U.
28 August 2017
Klein, aber fein.
Christina U.
About the host
Hosted by Carol Hellyer
Carol - British by nationality and nomadic by nature. I'm a semi-retired language teacher currently living in France. I love travelling, hiking, cinema and property renovation projects. I speak Russian, French and a smattering of German.
Michael - Together with my cousin Carol, we own vacation properties in France and Italy. I am Canadian living in the United States travelling often each year to Europe. I speak French and German and soon hope to add Italian to the mix. It is really satisfying to enable guests to have a comfortable place to stay at a reasonable price. We are not in this business to make money, just to pay for the place so we can use it when our guests are not.
Michael - Together with my cousin Carol, we own vacation properties in France and Italy. I am Canadian living in the United States travelling often each year to Europe. I speak French and German and soon hope to add Italian to the mix. It is really satisfying to enable guests to have a comfortable place to stay at a reasonable price. We are not in this business to make money, just to pay for the place so we can use it when our guests are not.
Why they chose this property
Purchased jointly, this property suits all our requirements - great location in a quiet and rural environment and yet within easy access of Paris via TGV. Charming, cute, compact and with 21st-century comforts and facilities.
And, of course, the river...
And, of course, the river...
What makes this property unique
The character and charm of a former 14th-century toll-house but with interior contemporary upgrades.
Proximity to beautiful river as well as Le Mans, Solesmes, Sable, and La Flèche.
Proximity to beautiful river as well as Le Mans, Solesmes, Sable, and La Flèche.
Languages:
English, French, German, Italian
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