The Guesthouse

Your French Countryside Escape

Discover our beautifully converted barn at Château de la Carrière in Mayenne, France. Combining original wooden beams, French country charm and modern comfort, this luxury three-bedroom guesthouse sleeps up to six guests, with stunning views of the château and surrounding gardens.

Perfect for families, friends or a relaxing countryside holiday, the self-contained guesthouse offers everything you need to feel at home.

Space, Comfort & a Little Luxury

Enjoy three spacious king-size bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, a welcoming living and dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen.

Arrive to a basket of local and homemade treats, and wake up each morning to fresh pastries, homemade granola, preserves and other breakfast favourites delivered to your door.

Don't feel like cooking? Delicious meals from Suzie's château kitchen or private dining can be arranged upon request.

Gardens, Pool & French Country Living

Step outside to enjoy the château's beautiful gardens, swimming pool, BBQ area and outdoor games. Wander through the grounds, relax with a book or explore the charming villages, antique markets and historic sights of the surrounding Mayenne countryside.

Ideally located for discovering the Pays de la Loire, Brittany and Normandy, our guesthouse is the perfect base for an unforgettable French holiday.

Your own private French country home, with all the charm and hospitality of château life.

  • A bedroom with a bed featuring a headboard, pillows, and an embroidered blanket, a wooden bench at the foot of the bed, a nightstand with a lamp and globe, a window with white frames, an ornate chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and a rug on wooden flooring.

    Begonia room

  • Château de la Carrière French country château and gardens in Mayenne, France.

    Geranium Room

  • Château de la Carrière French country château and gardens in Mayenne, France.

    Rose room

A cozy entryway with a tiled brick floor, a wooden bench with a cushioned seat, a small side table with dried flowers, and a pair of shoes placed on the floor. A wall-mounted rack holds hats, umbrellas, and bags. A framed picture hangs on the wall next to the rack.

Experience life in the French countryside…..

Once a traditional French barn, our beautifully converted guesthouse is now a charming countryside retreat for up to six guests. Nestled in the gardens of Château de la Carrière in Mayenne, it combines exposed beams, original character and modern comforts, with lovely views of the château and surrounding countryside.

Perfect for families or friends, the guesthouse features a spacious living and dining area and a fully equipped kitchen. On arrival, enjoy a welcome basket of local and homemade treats, with fresh produce available from our château potager.

And if you fancy a break from cooking, let Suzie take care of you with delicious meals from the château kitchen or a private dining experience arranged on request.

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The guesthouse includes a living space, dining, kitchen, 3 bedrooms with ensuites and wardrobes.

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Floor plan of The Guesthouse, totaling approximately 154.45 square meters, showing three bedrooms, a living area, a dining room, a kitchen, and bathrooms, with measurements for each room.

The guesthouse living

  • The guesthouse, Modern kitchen with a sloped ceiling, skylight, white subway tile backsplash, wooden open shelves, and black bar stools at a breakfast bar.

    Kitchen

  • The guesthouse, Living room with wooden furniture, floral patterned armchairs, a striped sofa with pillows, a coffee table with magazines, a window with sunlight, framed artwork on the wall, and a chandelier.

    Living room

A bowl of fresh cucumber and citrus salad on a decorative tablecloth, with a spoon and fork inside. Four lemons and two zucchinis are arranged next to the bowl.

Dine at the Château

From our garden to your table.

Take a night off cooking and enjoy a special dining experience at Château de la Carrière.

Inspired by the seasons and fresh produce from our organic potager, Suzie creates delicious, home-cooked dishes celebrating the best of French cuisine.

Relax in the beautiful surroundings of the château and let us take care of the rest.

Three-course dinner — from €110 per person

Includes apéritif and wine.

Advance booking required.

More food

€440 per night (minimum 2 nights)

€2 850 per week

For longer stays or booking over winter please email us

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AVALAIBLE DATES FOR 2027:

APRIL 1st to 11th / JUNE 18th to 30th / JULY 1st to 20th / AUGUST 1st to 8th / SEPTEMBER 1st to 30th / OCTOBER 1st to NOVEMBER 30th

Contact us directly for winter stay

Included in the rate

  • Bed & table linen, bathroom & pool towels

  • End-of-stay clean

  • Breakfast 

  • WiFi

  • Hairdryers and fan in each bedroom

  • Utilities: water; gas; electricity

  • Gas for the barbecue

  • Cleaning products & detergent

  • Parking

Cancellation

If you need to cancel we will try our best to re-let the property, and if successful we will refund your payment in full less any expense or loss incurred by us

Terms and conditions

“This is a very special place with a special host. It is a rare experience that will stay with you.” - Kym, Lacklan & Joe

“This is a very special place with a special host. It is a rare experience that will stay with you.” - Kym, Lacklan & Joe

"Everything was perfect, lovely room, amazing sight, we loved it all" - M&JP

"Everything was perfect, lovely room, amazing sight, we loved it all" - M&JP

“We had hope for magic. But you gave us magic with meaning.” - ATY, JM, Sophie, Juliette & Isabelle

“We had hope for magic. But you gave us magic with meaning.” - ATY, JM, Sophie, Juliette & Isabelle

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Luxury and Tranquility at Château de la Carrière Guesthouse
Escape to Château de la Carrière for a week of luxury in the countryside. Our elegant guesthouse offers a serene retreat amidst nature and gardens. Each room blends antique charm with modern comfort.
Explore the Loire Valley's beauty, from châteaux to vineyards, or simply relax on the estate. Unwind by the pool or enjoy fine wine on the terrace.

Explore Culinary Delights at Château de la Carrière Guesthouse

  • Fully equipped kitchen and local ingredients for creating your own meals

  • Book a personalized cooking class with Chef Suzie for an elevated experience

  • Order meals directly from the Château kitchen for a convenient dining experience
    Book now for an unforgettable week of luxury and serenity. Contact us to reserve your indulgent retreat.

Wooden staircase with iron railing, white wall with a dried floral wreath in the shape of a heart, and wicker basket on brick floor.
A cozy entryway with a wooden bench featuring striped cushioned seating and backrest with heart embroidery. To the right, shoes are placed on a tiled brick floor. Above, a wall-mounted coat rack holds two hats, a bag, and some horse riding equipment.
Modern kitchen with an angled ceiling, skylight, white subway tile backsplash, and open wooden shelves holding dishes, baskets, and decorative items. Black bar stools are in front of a dark countertop with a sink and various appliances.
A wooden console table with decorative items, including a large ornate vase, smaller ornaments, a potted succulent, and a stack of books. Above the table is a large, ornate gold-framed mirror. To the left is a wooden slatted door with a bundle of dri
Dining room with a black wooden table and six matching chairs. A beige table runner with red floral accents decorates the table, and a small decorative plant in a white cage is in the center. The room has a sloped ceiling with exposed wooden beams, w
Living room with a beige armchair, striped sofa, two patterned yellow armchairs, coffee table, and decorative artwork on the wall under a sloped ceiling with wooden beams.
Living room with a window, floral-patterned armchairs, a striped sofa with pillows, a wooden coffee table with magazines, art posters on the wall, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
A neatly made bed with a pink and white quilt, pink and red pillows, and a tufted headboard with a toile pattern. There is a side table with a lamp and a window letting in natural light.
A vintage wooden desk with a red upholstered chair in a cozy room. The desk has a black desk lamp, a vase with flowers, a small decorative clock, a red bottle, and some paper.
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a pedestal sink with a mirror above, open shelves with towels and baskets, a black rug in front of the shower, and a trash can beside the sink.
A bedroom with a wooden nightstand holding a large dark vase with dry branches, a small potted plant, a blue vase, and a small decorative box. There is a lamp with a floral pattern. A mirror with a wooden frame is on the wall above the nightstand. Th
A bedroom with sloped ceilings, a chandelier, a large window with shutters, a bed with decorative pillows, a side table with a lamp, artwork, and a wooden bench at the foot of the bed.
Interior of a bedroom with chandelier, bed with headboard, nightstand, and mirror, visible through an open doorway, with a small bathroom sink and mirror in the foreground.
A bathroom with a sloped ceiling, featuring a bathtub with a wall-mounted showerhead and glass shower screen, a wall-mounted toilet, a woven basket, and a towel hanging on the side of the bathtub, illuminated by natural sunlight.
A bedroom with a large bed with a striped bed skirt, pillows, and a fabric headboard. Flanking the bed are two nightstands with lamps. The room has wooden flooring, dark wood ceiling beams, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
Living room with a brown leather sofa, pillows, a wooden coffee table with a flower vase and horse figurines, a floor lamp, a patterned armchair, a painting of deer, and a patterned rug.
A bathroom vanity with a white rectangular sink, a pink cabinet, a mirror, a flowerpot with a pink orchid, a soap dispenser, and a hand towel, with a mirrored reflection of a wooden beam on the wall.
A vintage-style console table with a light green finish and a wooden top, decorated with a lamp on the left, a glass cloche with a plant inside, a framed botanical print, a green bottle with writing, and small decorative objects.
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chateau swimming pool

Discover exclusive luxury at Château de la Carrière's guesthouse, featuring a magical garden and swimming pool for your ultimate relaxation and peace. Unwind and rejuvenate in tranquil surrounding.

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