Title: Charming Renovated Farmhouse with Pond and Bikes, Sleeps 8, Near Scenic Trails Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248634540092008&destination=Ballon-Saint-Mars%2C+Sarthe%2C+France&selected=59289770&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Renovated Farmhouse with Pond and Bikes, Sleeps 8, Near Scenic Trails ## Photo gallery for Charming Renovated Farmhouse with Pond and Bikes, Sleeps 8, Near Scenic Trails ![Exterior - Charming Renovated Farmhouse with Pond and Bikes, Sleeps 8, Near Scenic Trails (Saint-Mars-sous-Ballon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59290000/59289800/59289770/77563a0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Charming Renovated Farmhouse with Pond and Bikes, Sleeps 8, Near Scenic Trails (Saint-Mars-sous-Ballon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59290000/59289800/59289770/62d2a033.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Charming Renovated Farmhouse with Pond and Bikes, Sleeps 8, Near Scenic Trails (Saint-Mars-sous-Ballon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59290000/59289800/59289770/899ada35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Charming Renovated Farmhouse with Pond and Bikes, Sleeps 8, Near Scenic Trails (Saint-Mars-sous-Ballon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59290000/59289800/59289770/w2352h1800x0y0-b2bcc139.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Charming Renovated Farmhouse with Pond and Bikes, Sleeps 8, Near Scenic Trails (Saint-Mars-sous-Ballon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59290000/59289800/59289770/be786e51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Charming Renovated Farmhouse with Pond and Bikes, Sleeps 8, Near Scenic Trails provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6915 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Renovated Farmhouse with Pond and Bikes, Sleeps 8, Near Scenic Trails Holiday cottage in a renovated farmhouse, located in a quiet rural setting near hiking trails. Landscaped, unfenced grounds of 5000 m² (small pond with fishing possible). Ground floor: spacious living/dining room (2 sofa beds) with open-plan fitted kitchen, 1 bedroom (1 queen bed), bathroom, separate WC. Upstairs: 2 bedrooms (1: 2 single beds, 2: 1 double bed), shower room/WC. Extra equipment: cot/high chair. Not included: gas heating, electricity, bed linen (available for hire: €8/bed), towels/household linen, and firewood. Garage. Nearby attractions: Vivoin Priory, the clog-making house in Neufchâtel-en-Saosnois, and the Perseigne Forest. 24 Hours of Le Mans Circuit... Cleaning service available (€60). Optional services payable on site and to be booked before your arrival: \- End-of-stay cleaning: €64.66 per stay \- Bed linen for a single bed: €8.62 per stay Property managed by a professional. Unless stated, services such as cleaning, bed linen, towels etc. are not included in the price of this rental. If pets are allowed (information in the advertisement), charges may be applicable. Only equipment mentioned in this advertisement are present. Equipment not mentioned are not considered to be present. Unless there is an electric charging station in the accommodation, charging electric vehicles is prohibited. Le Mans: dir. Ball. At S Mars sous Ballon, take the road to Courcemont then Courceboeufs. At a place called Le Verger, turn left and drive about 1 km. At a place called Les Genêts, turn left. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Table tennis - Fishing nearby - Hiking nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 915 square feet ## Similar properties ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22390000/22388500/22388461/1c1a5631.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Moulin Calme Luceau - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 84 reviews £82 includes taxes & fees 9 Apr - 10 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=22388461&PinnedHotelID=22388461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45870000/45862500/45862407/260be1c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Jonquière Bouloire - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 55 reviews £72 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=45862407&PinnedHotelID=45862407&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Gite Saint-Mars-sous-Ballon, 3 bedrooms, 6 persons Property 14984563291 ## About the area Located in Ballon-Saint-Mars, this cottage is in a rural area. Château of Beaumont-sur-Sarthe and Roman Walls are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park and Perche Regional Nature Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bugatti Circuit or Circuit de la Sarthe. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. 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