Title: Riverside Retreat: Charming Cottage Near Le Mans – Fishing, Hiking & Equestrian Activities Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Riverside Retreat: Charming Cottage Near Le Mans – Fishing, Hiking & Equestrian Activities Cottage in Ballon-Saint-Mars with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98540000/98537000/98536997/abc23f70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98540000/98537000/98536997/7a81ca39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98540000/98537000/98536997/4d5f84f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98540000/98537000/98536997/80bf2ff3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98540000/98537000/98536997/134d3d71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Riverside Retreat: Charming Cottage Near Le Mans – Fishing, Hiking & Equestrian Activities provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5646 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Parking available - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Riverside Retreat: Charming Cottage Near Le Mans – Fishing, Hiking & Equestrian Activities Charming cottage by the river, you will enjoy a true haven of peace in the countryside with the only sounds of flowing water and birdsong. The cottage is 30 minutes from Le Mans and the 24h circuit with access to the motorway 7km away. At 150m, a hiking trail and a fishing trail are available to you as well as a water sports center and equestrian center nearby. You will also find shops 2 km away. Ground floor: fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, oven, hob, fridge, microwave, etc.) with dining area. 1 utility room with washing machine. 1 bathroom with shower, 1 sink, 1 toilet + a male toilet. Upstairs, large open space under the attic with 1 lounge area, flat screen and bedroom area with 1 160 bed, 1 140 bed and 1 90 bed. Beds made on arrival, bathroom linen provided. For fishing enthusiasts, fishing trail 150m away. Hiking trails in the immediate vicinity. 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 646 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021088/4141cd17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside Retreat: Historic Mill House with Fishing, Pet-Friendly, EV Charging Mézières-sur-Ponthouin - 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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 19943715441 ## About the area Ballon-Saint-Mars is home to this cottage. Château of Beaumont-sur-Sarthe and Roman Walls are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Le Mans Golf Club Sargé and Ludykid Amusement Center. La Nuit des Chimeres and Arche de la Nature are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ballon-Saint-Mars travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballon-Saint-Mars.dx553248634540092008) [View more Cottages in Ballon-Saint-Mars](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballon-Saint-Mars-Cottages.d553248634540092008-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C48.19071%2C0.25460&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JIscbK3LNDC-ZP30aSiWvDwSLCE=) Saint-Mars-sous-Ballon ### What's nearby - St-Julien Cathedral - 27 min drive - 17.2 miles - Circuit de la Sarthe - 32 min drive - 23.7 miles - Bugatti Circuit - 33 min drive - 24.3 miles - 24 Hours of Le Mans Museum - 33 min drive - 24.9 miles - Le Mans Exhibition Centre - 33 min drive - 25.1 miles ### Getting around - Montbizot Station - 13 min drive - Le Mans (LME-Arnage) - 42 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪L'écolier - ‬12 min drive - ‪A l'Assurance Contre la Soif - ‬5 min drive - ‪Le Tablier Rouge - ‬6 min drive - ‪Le Cobra - ‬15 min drive - ‪Au P'tit Vivoin - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Riverside Retreat: Charming Cottage Near Le Mans – Fishing, Hiking & Equestrian Activities pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Riverside Retreat: Charming Cottage Near Le Mans – Fishing, Hiking & Equestrian Activities? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Riverside Retreat: Charming Cottage Near Le Mans – Fishing, Hiking & Equestrian Activities? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Riverside Retreat: Charming Cottage Near Le Mans – Fishing, Hiking & Equestrian Activities located? > Situated in Ballon-Saint-Mars, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Château of Beaumont-sur-Sarthe, Church of Beaumont-sur-Sarthe and Beaumont-sur-Sarthe Public Gardens. Le Mans Golf Club Sargé and Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park are also within 16 miles (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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