L'école des garçons
14 rue de l'église
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Why people book this hotel
“Breakfast was delicious and I would highly recommend this amazing guest house to…”
“Chantal and Dominique made a delicious and plentiful selection choice for breakf…”
“The home is beautifully presented and the rooms and beds large and comfortable”
“Their home is beautiful and comfortable and we had a fantastic evening meal and …”
“Chantelle & Dominique were perfect hosts”
“The hosts were friendly and welcoming and really went out of their way to ensure…”
“We were warmly welcomed and shown our beautiful bedrooms, and our children enjoy…”
“This is a magical place, the house and gardens with the sun deck and pool are si…”
“It is difficult to explain our pure enjoyment walking in it and exploring the gr…”
“The room we stayed in had wonderful views over the garden and was immaculately c…”
Overview
Featuring a solarium, L'École des Garcons offers air-conditioned accommodation in Maigné, 23 km from Le Mans and 15 minutes from the 24 Hours of Le Mans Circuit. This historic, contemporary, and environmentally friendly guest house has a heated, salty, and private swimming pool open seasonally and a landscaped garden. Free WiFi and private parking are available on site. The boys' school offers family rooms and a picnic area. All air-conditioned rooms include a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, a hairdryer, and a private toilet. Bed linen and towels are provided. You have a wardrobe, a desk, and a flat-screen TV. The bed and breakfast serves a continental breakfast each morning with a selection of local specialties, fresh pastries, and more. The boys’ school offers a table d’hôte dinner upon reservation. Guests can enjoy several sun terraces on site. If you are traveling with children, this bed and breakfast has outdoor play equipment. If you want to discover the region, you can hike, cycle, sail on the rivers of the West, and go fishing in the surrounding area. The boys' school is 27 km from Stade Marie-Marvingt and Antares and 24 km from Le Mans central station. The nearest airport is Tours Airport, 118 km from the bed and breakfast.
Traveller reviews
Lee
couple
April 25, 2026
Chantelle & Dominique were perfect hosts. The property is beautiful inside and out. Breakfast was delicious and I would highly recommend this amazing guest house to anybody. Thank you so much for making our stay memorable. Lee & Nic x
Joanne
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“A beautiful, immaculately presented home away from home where the hosts truely care about you.”
Everything was perfect. The hosts were friendly and welcoming and really went out of their way to ensure you had everything you needed. Personal touches like homemade cookies presented with tea and coffee in beautiful China infront of the fish pond. The quality of food was amazing all fresh and homemade using fruits and vegetables straight from the garden. The home is beautifully presented and the rooms and beds large and comfortable. A home away from home, It was truely one of the best places I have stayed and will definitely hope to visit again.
Dani
couple
October 7, 2025
Chantal and Dominique couldn’t have been better hosts. Their home is beautiful and comfortable and we had a fantastic evening meal and breakfast. They had secure parking for our motorbikes and sent us away with coffee and cake for our onward journey! We wouldn’t hesitate to return, beautiful home and lovely people.
Sandra
couple
September 30, 2025
“Chantal and Dominique were excellent hosts. The property and gardens were a delight.”
Chantal and Dominique made a delicious and plentiful selection choice for breakfast. We throughly enjoyed the dinner which was superb.
Catherine
family_with_children
August 31, 2025
“Gorgeous relaxing stay in Maigne”
Beautiful property, warm and welcoming hosts - we felt completely at home - and delicious food. We hope to return in the future.
Joanna
family_with_children
August 23, 2025
The Ecole des Garçons chambres d'hôtes was one of the best we have stayed in. We were warmly welcomed and shown our beautiful bedrooms, and our children enjoyed a dip in the pool. Chantal and Dominique have created beautiful rooms, and our evening meal was equally exceptional. Made with fresh ingredients, including many from the garden, dinner was simply delicious and much appreciated by all the family. The rooms are luxurious, modern and elegant and we all slept well. Breakfast was also wonderful; Chantal made us crêpes to go along with the fresh fruits, croissants, and crusty bread accompanied by a lovely choice of homemade jams, local honeys, yogurts and fresh coffee. Overall, we were very pleased to have found such a gem of a place to stay overnight. Merci Chantal et Dominique!
molly
family_with_children
August 8, 2025
“Perfect tranquillity”
The whole experience was delightful, we felt like family, and the food was exceptional, just wish we could have stayed longer - we will definitely stay with Chantal et Dominique again
McSweeney
family_with_children
July 28, 2025
“A magical stay with amazing food.”
This is a magical place, the house and gardens with the sun deck and pool are simply divine. We only stayed one night but wish it was a week. Our hosts made us feel at home and gave us an unbelievable experience at dinner and breakfast. Thank you for our best night of a two week holiday in France.
David
couple
July 13, 2025
“A very special place to stay and relax”
Fabulous house and garden with warm and genial hosts. Beautiful air-conditioned room with a large, comfortable bed. We enjoyed swimming in the pool, which was welcome on a hot summer's day. The meals we were provided were outstanding. We had a fantastic dinner in the garden and a superb breakfast.
Nicola
couple
September 29, 2024
“A super stylish and beautiful retreat”
Everything! A wonderful stay at this beautifully renovated schoolhouse - we only wished we could have stayed longer. The hosts were so welcoming and friendly and we absolutely adored the heavenly gardens and the incredibly delicious and beautifully presented breakfast. The room we stayed in had wonderful views over the garden and was immaculately clean and very stylish. We hope to visit France again next year and we will most definitely be looking to book a room at L'Ecole des Garçons - this time for more than 1 night!
Nico
couple
September 11, 2024
“Welcome to Paradise”
We absolutely loved everything about our stay. Starting with the warm welcome from Chantal and Dominique, the stunning beauty of their home and their wonderful garden. They managed to turn what used to be a a plain field when they purchased the place into a piece of heaven on earth, a real haven of peace. We had signed-up for diner at the property and we were treated to an exceptional meal prepared with love by Dominique. Our room was decorated with great taste and love for detail. Breakfast was also a real treat too. Thank you so very much for having us :-)
Robert
couple
September 6, 2024
“Fabulous hosts - Fabulous L’ecole des garçons”
Chantel and Dominique have created a piece of paradise at L’école des garçons. Their passion to ensure their guests experience a wonderful stay is clearly of great importance to them both. Chantel has an extraordinary taste and flair for art which shows throughout the whole building. Dominique certainly has great skill when cooking and the meals he produced were spectacular. My wife thoroughly enjoyed having a few hours preparing the evening meal with Dominique, he must have the patience of a saint! The garden, which they designed is magnificent. It is difficult to explain our pure enjoyment walking in it and exploring the great variety of plants. I think it is important to attempt to learn something new each day, on day one I learnt to ensure a chair has four legs on it before sitting down!!! Finally, Chantel and Dominique, we want to thank you for your hospitality and making us so comfortable in your company on our first visit to France…we are now converted! Robert and Susan
Maarten Vis
family_with_children
August 7, 2024
“Everything you could hope for!”
Everything was just fantastic. The house, the garden, the pool, the lovely dinner and the breakfast.
Ian
family_with_children
August 4, 2024
“Beautiful house and gardens, wonderfully restored, excellent dinner with kind and generous hosts.”
Beautiful house and gardens - wonderfully restored by Chantal and Dominique.
Sally
extended_group
April 28, 2024
“Perfect”
Everything!
natalie
family_with_children
October 17, 2023
“Perfect”
Second time we have stayed here. It’s so wonderful. The perfect hosts, the perfect breakfast. Can’t wait to come back. Very comfortable, spacious, beautiful garden and home.
Leigh
couple
August 27, 2023
“Beautiful spot, great decor, owners very attentive ,great breakfast , a wonderful experience!”
In the country side, high quality restored property , owners very attentive, comfortable and amazing breakfast.
Brandon
family_with_children
August 24, 2023
“French country paradise with pool”
Hands down, the best bed and breakfast we have ever stayed in. Chantal and Dominique have created a little paradise in this old boys' school. The spacious rooms are uniquely furnished in the most indulgent mix of original details and modern luxury. You can get lost in their beautiful garden and our children really enjoyed their pool. (There is a generous kitchen to use if you pass on the wonderful cuisine offered btw.) To finish our stay we had the best french breakfast possible outside of a 5 star hotel buffet: from fresh smoothie, crepes, croissants over cheese platters, breakfast spreads and jams as well as fresh omelette. The entire family agreed that we will be back! THANKS AGAIN!
Strong
family_with_children
August 15, 2023
“48 hours of wonder!”
Peaceful, calm, amazing food, from a delicious breakfast to a 5 course dinner, friendly, generous hosts who looked after their guests with such pride and with a clear passion for what they do, a beautiful garden with pool.
Neha
family_with_children
August 13, 2023
“The most stunning stay!”
I don’t know where to start! Chantal & Dominique have created an idyllic utopia - the house is stunningly designed, the garden & pool were a dream and both dinner & breakfast were fit for queens and kings 💕
Facilities
Activities
Sauna, Fishing, Solarium, Children's playground, Cycling, Bowling, Hiking, Temporary art galleries, Stand-up comedy, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast)
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Restaurant, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Wine/champagne
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Family rooms, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Indoor fireplace
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (seasonal), Outdoor pool, BBQ facilities
Parking
Parking garage, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Kids' pool, Swimming pool, Swimming pool toys, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Pool with view, Heated pool, Salt-water pool, Pool/beach towels, Pool cover
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, 24-hour security, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Packed lunches, Laundry, 24-hour front desk
Double Room with Private Bathroom
This double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room with Private Bathroom
This double room features a pool with a view. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Quadruple Room with Garden View
This quadruple room provides a pool with a view. This air-conditioned quadruple room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 3 beds.
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