Title: Forest Retreat Chalet with Lake Access and Pet-Friendly Amenities 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 # Forest Retreat Chalet with Lake Access and Pet-Friendly Amenities Cottage in Écouves with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96220000/96211400/96211400/317224d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96220000/96211400/96211400/6822718f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96220000/96211400/96211400/a93be4e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96220000/96211400/96211400/b931de53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96220000/96211400/96211400/ebd5fa6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Forest Retreat Chalet with Lake Access and Pet-Friendly Amenities provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4431 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi £149 includes taxes & fees 8 Oct - 9 Oct ## 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. ### Forest Retreat Chalet with Lake Access and Pet-Friendly Amenities Wooden chalet adapted for people with disabilities with level access: Living room (sofa bed) with equipped kitchenette, 1 bedroom (1 double bed 140x190 cm), bedding provided, bathroom with walk-in shower, separate toilet. Upstairs (accessible with a ladder): 1 bedroom (2 single beds 90x190 cm), bedding not provided, can be rented for €7/bed. Large raised terrace overlooking the goats. Nearby, a 5000 m² fishing pond (roach, carp, and pike) and swimming (with a boat) with free, unsupervised access. At the campsite: children's playground, table tennis, pétanque, badminton, and volleyball. Wi-Fi. Shared washing machine access 30 meters away from April to the end of October. Fitness trail in the national forest 1.5 km away. BIKE AND HORSE RIDING APPROVAL. Dogs (only 1) must be kept on a leash on the campsite from the Tchanqué exit; the dog walking path is 20 m away. Sleeps 5 or 6: contact us. The Tchanqué chalet is a model of a fisherman's cabin on stilts from the Arcachon basin. It is located at the end of the Ecouves campsite on the edge of the forest. Come enjoy a unique experience in the heart of nature on an educational and therapeutic farm. You will live alongside goats, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, and turkeys. Ideally located at the foot of the Écouves Forest, the largest forest in Normandy, and a stone's throw from a beautiful pond, Le Tchanqué offers an ideal location at the crossroads of hiking trails (GR22, Chemin de Saint Michel, GR36, and Véloscénie) and signposted trails, just a few kilometers from Alençon. Ordering bread and pastries is possible from July 12 to August 17 for the year 2025. Wi-Fi, Garden furniture, Barbecue, Outdoor games, Terrace, Garden, Pets allowed, Tourism and disability-friendly, Farm, Television, Microwave, Freezer, Detached house, Heating included, Sheets included. Option to be paid on site: HOUSEHOLD CHARGE: €30. SHEET RENTAL PER BED: €7. BATHROOM AND HOUSEHOLD LINEN PER PERSON: €7. 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 ### Kitchen - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Table tennis - Swimming 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 - Garden - Unit size: 431 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74680000/74671600/74671554/a60cff3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cocooning and romantic cottage in the heart of nature Ancinnes - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 7 reviews £165 includes taxes & fees 6 Oct - 7 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=74671554&PinnedHotelID=74671554&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45490000/45482500/45482463/3e00eef2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious caravan with terrace, garden and games, pets allowed Radon - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 1 review £121 includes taxes & fees 10 Oct - 11 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=45482463&PinnedHotelID=45482463&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90930000/90925800/90925740/2c0f5d46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Renovated house with garage and 300 M2 of land, Condé-sur-Sarthe - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £158 includes taxes & fees 6 Oct - 7 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=90925740&PinnedHotelID=90925740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104790000/104786900/104786878/3e9a5c88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gîte 6/7 Personnes Dans un Domaine Verdoyant, Cadre Nature Pour se Ressourcer Saint-Denis-sur-Sarthon - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=104786878&PinnedHotelID=104786878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36910000/36909000/36908952/bba63ef9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cottage with Panoramic Views, Terrace, and Access to Lakeside Activities Radon - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=36908952&PinnedHotelID=36908952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92900000/92898600/92898545/4ba06d3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Boudoir d'Emma | Private Jacuzzi | Relaxation Alençon - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi £137 includes taxes & fees 6 Oct - 7 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=92898545&PinnedHotelID=92898545&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92550000/92548900/92548850/711cdfdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### cottage relaxing .ancinnes - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews £186 includes taxes & fees 6 Oct - 7 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=92548850&PinnedHotelID=92548850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106040000/106035200/106035149/9becaa97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gite in the countryside, 3 minutes from town. 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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 19726589812 ## About the area Écouves is home to this cottage. Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Dentelle and Le Musée du Vélo are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Château des Ducs and Halle au Ble. Jardins de la Mansonière and Le Pin National Stud Farm are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming. [Visit our Radon travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Radon.dx553248623679941946) [View more Cottages in Radon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Radon-Cottages.d553248623679941946-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%7C48.49615%2C0.06858&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fGs621V6KntvCqe56jaS9DYU9EI=) Écouves ### Getting around - Alençon Station - 14 min drive - Le Mans (LME-Arnage) - 57 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪TOTAL - ‬9 min drive - ‪Le Chapeau Rouge - ‬8 min drive - ‪Chez Fano - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Le Celtic - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Forest Retreat Chalet with Lake Access and Pet-Friendly Amenities pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Forest Retreat Chalet with Lake Access and Pet-Friendly Amenities? > As of 5 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest Retreat Chalet with Lake Access and Pet-Friendly Amenities on 8 Oct 2025 start from £148.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ecouves-Hotels-Forest-Retreat-Chalet-With-Lake-Access-And-Pet-Friendly-Amenities.h96211400.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Forest Retreat Chalet with Lake Access and Pet-Friendly Amenities? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Forest Retreat Chalet with Lake Access and Pet-Friendly Amenities? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Forest Retreat Chalet with Lake Access and Pet-Friendly Amenities located? > Situated in Écouves, this cottage is steps from Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Dentelle and Château des Ducs. Halle au Ble and Basilica of Our Lady of Alençon are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? 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