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Detached Lakeside Stone Cottage Set In Rural Countryside

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Detached Lakeside Stone Cottage Set In Rural Countryside provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Detached Lakeside Stone Cottage Set In Rural Countryside

  • La Blanchardiere is situated just outside the village of La Doree. A pretty cottage next to your very own private lake, set in two acres of land, with lovely country side views to enjoy, wander around soaking up the peace and tranquility, and maybe try a bit of fishing. Relax in your own garden area and maybe eat out side and enjoy a drink while enjoying the loveliness of a beautiful sun set. Along with a warm welcome you will also recieve a welcome pack of goodies to see you through your first evening, including a bottle of wine, cheese, baguette, tea & coffee & sugar, on stays of 7 days or more. Nearest town is Fougerolles-du-Plessis, 3km away, with bars, restaurant, post office, banks & supermarket. St Hilaire du Harcouet, 19km away, has a lively wednesday morning market, one of the best in the area, numerous bar's & cafe's, shopping, infact everything you would expect from a large market town.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The gite is to be left clean and tidy before departing.
Strictly NO SMOKING inside the cottage.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: WE HAVE A STRICT NO PETS POLICY.

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in La Doree, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park and La Grande Cascade, while Espace Culturel Louis Derbre and Musée Emmanuel-de-la-Villeon are cultural highlights. Centre Culturel Jovence and Renaudies Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding. Visit our La Doree travel guide
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Map
La Dorée, Pays De La Loire

What's nearby

  • Sanctuary of Our Lady of Pontmain
    11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Savigny Abbey
    11 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Recreation Park Colmont
    19 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Saint Patrice Church
    20 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Saint-Hilaire Church
    23 min drive - 24.0 km

Restaurants

  • Auberge la Camillane
    7 min drive
  • St Anne
    11 min drive
  • The Red Lion
    17 min drive
  • Gang Of Pizza
    11 min drive
  • Bistro " Saint Amour " Grill
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Detached Lakeside Stone Cottage Set In Rural Countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Detached Lakeside Stone Cottage Set In Rural Countryside?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Detached Lakeside Stone Cottage Set In Rural Countryside?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Detached Lakeside Stone Cottage Set In Rural Countryside?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Detached Lakeside Stone Cottage Set In Rural Countryside located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Sanctuary of Our Lady of Pontmain, Savigny Abbey and Centre Culturel Jovence. Saint Patrice Church and Recreation Park Colmont are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Detached Lakeside Stone Cottage Set In Rural Countryside Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

8.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and quiet

Property is next to the pool and after days out of markets scenic drives and eating it was nice to return to the peace and quiet and a comfy bed
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Nice people

Susan and Craig were very nice to visit
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing break

Beautiful spot, Sue and Craig are lovely hosts and very helpful. Ducks and cats stole the show. Worth returning to for another stay, could have sat by the lake all day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic time

Lovely place and fantastic location, Craig and Sue were great. Plenty of knowledge to give where the petrol stations were, supermarkets and places of interest. We loved our honeymoon here and would definitely return in the future. Thank you both for a great relaxing time.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful location

Enjoyed a relaxing, peaceful week, went out in the mornings visiting the nearby towns and villages, then home to sit by the lake listening to the birdsong. Enjoyed the fishing and the ducks which kept us company ! Overall a fantastic week, very lucky with the weather, we hope to return in the near future. Thank you Craig and Sue for being so helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great gite

First of all a big thank you to Sue and Craig : you are great hosts. We had a wonderful week in La Blanchardière. Everything you need for a short stay is there. On colder days the wood burner keeps you warm. During our stay (End of April) we used it every day. Very nice idyllic place, great to relax. sitting on the terrace and watching and feeding the ducks. They are instant friends as soon as you feed them :) We definitely recommend this gite ! Andrea and Roger
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sleepy Hollow!

What a fabulous little place. It nestles near the top of a small valley in it's own secluded little hollow, quite literally in the middle of nowhere. You won't hear any traffic noise, just birdsong, (and ducks!). The cottage is cosy, with a decent bathroom & a good sized bedroom, (if you're not too mobile the stairs could be a bit tricky). We spent two weeks in blissful peace and quiet, in the company of woodpeckers, kingfishers, herons, jays, kestrels, buzzards, ducks, and a deer, and the fishing is good as well. Would we go back?.. YES!!. Everything about the place, including Sue and Craig, made it a teriffic holiday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute heaven

Even though some of the weather wasn't ideal the stay at Sue and Craig's cottage was joyful. Normally takes us a couple of days to de-stress on holidays. Not here. A couple of hours. The aspect of the lake has an unbelievably good effect on you. The cottage is even better than the photos on the website. Large amounts of space and great comfort. Some of the sunsets are brilliant. The wild life is incredible and the ducks great fun. The test result here is we only went out in the evening 3 times in a fortnight. It was so enjoyable to sit with a glass of wine and watch the sun go down over a BBQ. We would both thoroughly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing

Nice host but property very old and tired and dirty as we needed to hoover everywhere and clean the shower. Walls covered in cobwebs which was a real shame as o lovely location. We left after two days and moved elsewhere which cost us an additional £500. Plus the stairs to the bedroom were too steep and dangerous and this should be mentioned in the advertisement and a large frog lived under the settee that appeared in the last day to say goodbye.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rustic idyll

I don't usually write reviews, however I was so saddened by one of the reviews on here that I felt moved to respond. This little place by a pretty lake is one of our favourite spots in France, We love it because of the cleanliness, care and attention to detail that has been put into this lovely little hideaway in such a peaceful rural spot. I guess that being so rural and tranquil isn't everybody's cup-of-tea. The butterflies flutter past, there are ducks and bees and yes....the odd spider making a web.....and that is why we personally think that this is a little bit of paradise! If we do want to get out and about, there are some very pretty villages....several noted as being "villages fleuris". The stunningly beautiful city of Fougeres is close by and is our favourite day out. We will return......
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A piece of paradise

This is a truly wonderful retreat to relax and unwind.The cottage is so pretty it was clean and everything you needed was there.From the moment we arrived sue & Craig could not of been more welcoming and helpful,nothing was too much trouble for them, their knowledge of the area was invaluable and they even helped us to view a house which without them there could of proved quite difficult with the language barrier!! The setting is just beautiful and the sunset is not be missed to be honest the photos do not do it justice you have to be there to take in the wonderful views & the tranquility of it all.We didn't venture out much but St.Hiliare and vitre we visited and would recommend both, there is a good restaurant nearby which is well worth the money.The ducks & chickens give good entertainment !! you can't help but just love them. I would recommend anybody to stay here in fact we booked for next year whilst we were there & within hours of arriving home the ferry was booked .Sue & Craig we cannot thank you enough for the truly wonderful holiday we had
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjours agréable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très jolie petite maison dans la nature.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour: calme, tranquillité, paysage reposant, hôtes très accueillants et adorables. Bravo!Thank you so much Craig and Sue
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gite très paisible à la campagne

Semaine calme et reposante . Jardin très agréable au bord de l eau .Merci à Graig et Sue pour leur accueil ,leur discrétion et leur gentillesse !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Duck city

Je recommande cette location pour passer un agréable séjour dans une très jolie région.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An oasis

We had an amazing time here. The owners were brilliant. Craig was so helpful in finding us a place to get our PCR tests done for coming back to the UK. It'd a lovely spot and so peaceful by the lake with just the ducks for company.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A peaceful retreat.

Met by lovely hosts who were helpful friendly and non intrusive. Well equipped home, peaceful setting 5m from river. 3 min drive to supermarket and restaurant. Good base to explore a beautiful part of France. Would recommend without doubt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An idyllic break

A lovely little cottage in a perfect spot. We loved our stay, it was a lovely peaceful place where we could just unwind and enjoy our break. The lake was a real bonus and the ducks brought smiles to our faces each day. Our hosts, Sue and Craig, are lovely people and nothing was too much trouble. Our only regret is that we didn't book for two weeks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllisches Häuschen

Sehr nettes kleines Häuschen mit tollem Flair. Kleiner Teich mit Enten.. Sehr erholsam. Wunderschöne Aussicht.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A lovely gite in a beautiful location

Craig and Sue were the perfect hosts. They were helpful when needed without being too attentive. The gite was clean, comfortable and well equipped. The lake was occupied by a family of ducks who very quickly became our 'welcome home brigade'. We found plenty of places to visit during our three-week stay, and the 'plat de jour' at the Lion d'Or restaurant was a regular highlight. I would recommend this gite to anyone wanting a quiet, relaxing holiday in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 23 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sejour tres agreable et tres reposant

superbe location avec des propriétaires super gentils magnifique region et endroit a visiter merci encore graig et sue a refaire christian et christine
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Picturesque peaceful getaway

Lovely comfortable cottage run by really nice people with a great little restaurant only 3 kms away and wonderful Fugeres 24 kms drive. Freindly hosts, ducks and Bob the cat. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Une semaine de vrai repos dans une région qui gagne à être connue. Suzan et craig sont des hotes ch

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Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tranquil, Peaceful and Relaxing

An excellent place to enjoy the French countryside. Sue and Craig are great hosts. The cottage is well equipped and very homely. An excellent environment for relaxing, fishing, duck watching , reading or just sitting.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017