Hosted by Mother Michèle charming house with private pool

On the doorstep of Normandy and the Perche region, discover the charm of “Chez la Mère Michèle.” This family home welcomes you for a stay as a couple, with family, or with friends. Enjoy a fully private space with a house, a large wooded property, and a swimming pool all to yourself. Wake up to the tranquility of the countryside and enjoy a relaxing break surrounded by calm, nature, and comfort. The space Time is slowing down here. Wake up to the sound of birdsong, enjoy a coffee on the terrace, share delightful meals outdoors, and let yourself be carried away by the tranquility of the surrounding countryside. Surrounded by calm, nature, and comfort, everything comes together to offer you a rejuvenating and unforgettable getaway. Our house with heated pool and summer kitchen welcomes you to the countryside for your vacation or weekend getaway as a couple, with family or with friends 🎉 Enjoy a fully private space: the house, property, and pool are all for your own use. The house has 7 sleeping accommodations (+ cot), with 5 beds upstairs and 2 in the living room. In winter, you can spend your evenings by the fire 🔥 and take the time to read a good book 📖 or watch TV (Wi-Fi, Canal+, Netflix). The bright living room opens onto the pool house and the heated pool, which is 25°C from May to September. The indoor kitchen is fully equipped, from the oven to the teaspoon, not to mention the Senseo coffee machine 😉 And for the summer, the American-style fridge will provide you with chilled water and ice cubes on demand! The bathroom has a bathtub, and the laundry room has a washing machine and a dryer. You will find over twenty board games to keep you entertained 🎲🃏 Under the pool house, the summer kitchen allows you to fully enjoy the beautiful days thanks to the electric plancha and the refrigerator. The large garden, over 2,000 m², is ideal for relaxing and having fun: a charcoal barbecue, swing, and ping-pong table await you 🏓 To explore the surrounding area, bikes are also available for you to use 🚲 2 minutes away: 🏰 Château de Maillebois – A “Renaissance” chateau built entirely of brick, home to Henri III, a superintendent of finance in exile, and, to top it all off, a pioneering aviator: Hubert Latham landed there in August 1910. 2 minutes away: 🏰 Les Forges de Dampierre-sur-Blévy A steelworks site built in 1670 by the Bourbon-Condé family, which operated for two centuries, and where the only remaining 17th-century blast furnaces still standing today can be found. A 17th- and 18th-century manor house in Forges, with a dike enclosing a 17-hectare pond. 5 minutes away: 🏌‍♀️ The Golf du Bois d'Ô in Saint-Maixme-Hauterive – 36 holes – and its clubhouse Restaurant / Bar 5 minutes away: 🌽Le Labyrinthe du Thymerais in Saint-Maixme-Hauterive Corn and Miscanthus Maze, Scavenger Hunt, Enchanted Forest, Mini Golf, and Wooden Games 5 minutes away: 🌳 The Châteauneuf-en-Thymerais State Forest Spanning 1,743 hectares between the Eure Valley and the Perche, it is one of the largest in Eure-et-Loir. But above all, it's a paradise for walkers and mushroom enthusiasts! Great for family walks. 10 minutes away: Châteauneuf-en-Thymerais – a town of 2,500 inhabitants with bakeries, a pharmacy, supermarkets, restaurants, and more 🥖🏥🛒🍴 10 minutes away: 🪢 Le Parc No Limit Aventure in Digny Paintball, tree climbing, laser tag, outdoor escape room, bubble football, battle archery, etc. 10 minutes away: 🐐 La Bouquetière in Saint-Ange-et-Torcay Come and discover this Angora goat farm and the production of mohair wool: a natural, soft, and warm fiber that meets the quality requirements of the “Mohair des Fermes de France” specification. A discovery to share with the family! 10 minutes away: 🏰 Senonches Small town with character – the chateau and its “Forêt d'Histoires” interpretation center, the Senonches Forest, perfect for peaceful walks, and the church, with its architecture typical of the region. 15 minutes away: 🎨🖌 La Maison Maurice de Vlaminck in Rueil-la-Gadelière The house of painter and writer Maurice de Vlaminck. In 1925, he moved there with his second wife. He remained in this house, where he continued to paint and write until his death in 1958. This authentic space welcomes you to discover the intimate world of this extraordinary figure. 15 minutes away: 🏰 Château de la Gadelière The village of La Gadelière was a veritable stronghold during the Hundred Years' War. The architectural ensemble, which includes a fortress, a church, a dovecote, and a communal oven, is truly spectacular. But the place also has a wonderful garden, including a linden tree that has been awarded the “Arbre Remarquable” label. 15 minutes away: 👸 The village of Crécy-Couvé The stronghold of the Marquise de Pompadour, this place represents an important chapter in the area's history. Although the original chateau no longer exists, you can still discover the many remaining vestiges that bear witness to Madame de Pompadour’s genius. Follow the route and scan the QR codes on the plaques in front of iconic monuments from the era. Take a break at 16 Café de la Blaise ☕️ A community café under an 18th-century porch, a family atmosphere, rustic décor, vegan, organic, and healthy cuisine, a local grocery store selling locally sourced products, a library area, games, a vegetable garden, creative workshops on Sundays, and concerts every Saturday! 30 minutes away: 🏰 La Ferté-Vidame A small town full of character – the remains of the castle and its park, Le Petit Château, former farm buildings, Saint-Nicolas Church with its stunning Spanish Baroque architecture, the Réveillon Chapel with its remarkable frescoes, Maison Saint-Simon, an interpretation center to learn all about the Mémoires, and the Mousseuses Forest with its rich biodiversity. 30 minutes away: 🏰 Château de Villebon A military building with a square layout built in the late 14th century during the Hundred Years' War, on the Franco-English border, flanked by six crenellated towers, surrounded by deep moats (still filled with water), and equipped with a drawbridge that is still operated daily, the castle gives the impression of a formidable medieval fortress. 30 minutes away: 👑 Dreux, its belfry, the Royal Domain, and the Museum of Art and History... There's so much to tell you! 30 minutes away: 🏝 Center Parc, Domaine Les Bois-Francs in Verneuil-sur-Avre Discover the Petting Zoo, the Pony Club, and the Outdoor Playground. Enjoy the Aqua Mundo and discover the Action Factory: your kids will love the playgrounds, the climbing course, and the interactive experiences in this indoor world! 40 minutes away: 🏰 Chartres, its historic center, its Cathedral, its museums... There is so much to discover there too! And I can go beyond that... Looking for a getaway? Chez la Mère Michèle will be happy to answer any questions you may have! Guest access The entire property is accessible to guests and to guests only. Other things to note Bed & Bath Linen Included Upon your arrival the beds will be made. All the necessary linens for your stay will be available on-site upon your arrival (sheets, duvet cover, hand towel). One hand towel per person per stay will be provided. Pool towels not included Secure parking for 3 vehicles