16th Century Stone Cottage in the Heart of Le Perche Le Gué-de-la-Chaîne Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 217947

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Location: Le Gué-de-la-Chaîne, Lower-Normandy, France, Europe (Adjacent to Bellême, 2 Hours from Paris)

Accommodations:  Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)

Two-bedroom, guest house in a 16th century farm complex on 7 acres of Normandy’s greenest pasture, situated in the middle of a national park. The guest house was fully renovated in 2008 but maintains the look and feel of the original building.

Original stone walls, original beams and antique tiled floors combine with a 21st century kitchen and bathroom plus roomy bedrooms to make this an authentic and comfortable home away-from-home.

Downstairs offers a large kitchen/dining room and salon. Upstairs you will find one queen-bedded room, one twin-bedded room and one bathroom with shower. Luxurious sheets and towels provided.

The farm is not a working property. Our neighbor grazes his prize charolet cows on 5 fenced acres. The animals do not have access to our courtyard nor the private garden area. There is an apple and pear orchard behind the guest house. Garden furniture and barbeque provided for you to enjoy the long, warm summer evenings.

Le Perche is truly the unsung gem of Orne, birthplace of the majestic Percheron horse breed and second home to many savvy Parisians, artists and writers. In fact, the New York Times calls Le Perche, “The Last Terroir.” If you Google "Le Perche" you will see an article from the New York Times Magazine dated March 2007 which fully describes the charms of this region.

Nearby you’ll find a challenging 18-hole golf course in Bellême, well-kept tennis courts, trout fishing, the National Stud Farm, famed forests with mushrooming expeditions in the autumn months, untold numbers of country manor houses and castles to explore, reasonably-priced antiques, fine dining, artisanal cheese makers, chocolate makers, organic farmers, even an organic snail farm.

Our farm is in the tiny hamlet of Le Gué de la Chaine, 3 kilometers from Bellême and 6 kilometers from the regional capital of Mortagne au Perche. Travelling by car, you are 2 hours from Paris, 2.5 hours from the channel coastal resorts and landing beaches and 2 hours from the Loire Valley. There is good train service to all parts of France from the neighboring town of Nogent le Routrou.

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
• Beds
  • Queen Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
• Communications
  • Telephone
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Not Suitable for Children
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Antiquing
  • Live Theatre
  • Miniature golf
  • Horseback Riding

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Low Season ... Oct-Dec, Jan-Mar .. $650/week
Mid Season ... Apr-Jun, Sep ...... $750/week
High Season .. Jul-Aug ........... $850/week
Plus cleaning fee of $100 any season
Plus key deposit of $25 any season

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 08/25/09
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  Cathy Clifton & Richard Hyman , Boca Raton, FL
  • Photos of this wonderful place just can't do justice to its charm, comfort and authenticity... we spent this past June and July (2009) here, and never wanted to go home! The area is so picturesque and unspoiled (rolling fields of poppies and sunflowers), the local people so friendly... fantastic open markets in all the surrounding villages and towns... it's a food lover's paradise... visits to the local growers, artisan bakers, cheesemakers, etc. make great entertainment for your mind as well as your palate. Whether your idea of fun is sport (golf, tennis, hiking, riding) or just relaxing with a book, this perfectly equipped property really fits the bill. We still miss it and intend to go back soon!
• 01/31/09
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  John and Cindy Kelleher , Amarillo, Texas
  • My wife and I stayed in the guest house in September 2008 for 1 week. A beautiful cottage for one or two couples or a small family. Recently restored with all the modern conveniences. Numerous restaurants, shops and attractions within a few minutes by car. Very peaceful and quiet setting. Golf de Belleme is an excellent course, reasonably priced and 2-3 minutes by car. A great choice for people wanting to experience small towns in France. Reasonable fluency in French is very helpful but not mandatory.

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