“No matter what the season, a small family of deer graze on the lawns of Château de la Carrière in the afternoon – their safe haven. A diagnosed ‘return visitor’ addicted to the fresh air, tranquil picturesque surrounds and magnetism of historic tales (if only the walls could talk) this Château experience has much to offer. Glamorous reception rooms, delightful bedrooms with private bathrooms, a chapel, a pool, woods and new accommodation nestled within original infrastructure, topped off with homemade Cherry Jam produced from established garden trees. It is an easy trip from Paris by train or car to the region. Larger towns, Sable, Laval and Le Mans are close by. Golf, wineries, traditional French patisseries, village markets and endless finds for those seeking brocante opportunities, it’s a great place to stay when exploring the Mayenne region and Loire Valley”