LOCATION On the market
Aerial view of the Abbey of Notre-Dame in Evron, a former Benedictine abbey
According to BPI France, Mayenne is also noticing a rise in new businesses and start-ups, particularly in administrative sectors, and the latest figures showed a healthy 8% year-on-year increase in sole traders.
TRANSPORT Thanks to its location in the north of France, Mayenne has excellent ferry connections. If you’re in Mayenne town, you’re an hour and 40 minutes drive from Caen and two hours from St-Malo port; if you’re in Laval it’s the opposite: an hour and 40 minutes from Caen and two hours from St-
Malo. Paris is easily accessible by car, too – just three and a quarter hours from Mayenne and two and a half from Laval. Travelling by train is also
simple, fast and cost-effective. Paris to Mayenne or Laval takes just an hour and 20 minutes on a direct train and tickets can be as low as €39. This partly explains the popularity of Mayenne with Parisian day- trippers and holidaymakers, as it’s within such easy reach of the nation’s capital. For those who prefer to fly,
Nantes and Rennes airports are the closest, or of course you have a vast choice of airlines if you come via Paris. ■
WHAT THE AGENTS SAY…
Estate agent Jane Thom shares her insights about the property market in Mayenne, from the best places to buy, to what you can get for your budget. Property prices in Mayenne are among the most affordable in France, so it’s an attractive place for
homebuyers who are looking for value without having to sacrifice charm or quality of life. The region’s appeal for buyers lies in its tranquil rural
landscapes, lifestyle, historical charm and value for money. For instance, we currently have a detached, rural, two-bedroom property that just needs a refresh at only €122,000, and a four- bedroom property with several outbuildings and 2.5 hectares of land for €294,000. The lure of Mayenne’s unspoiled countryside, combined with the opportunity to purchase characterful homes at competitive prices, aligns with the British desire for a rural lifestyle immersed in French culture. The most expensive properties are typically found in and
around its main towns, particularly Laval. However, Mayenne offers a range of property options to suit different budgets and preferences, from a château with coach house, woodland and swimming pool for €650,000, through to an end-terrace property to renovate for €31 950.
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€500,000-€1M Historic home Reached by a bridge over a moat, this 17th-century property comprises the remains of an old castle. One wing is used as a four-bedroom home, while the former stables have been converted into a large reception area with high timbered roof. €595,000 (French Entrée, ref LN-63K1L)
OVER €1M Charming château Dating from the 19th-century, this seven-bedroom, five-bathroom château is set within 31 hectares of land including parkland with a pond, and is on the edge of a village. It has parquet floors, marble fireplaces, decorated ceilings and several outbuildings. €1.95m (French Entrée, ref LN-2XJG6)
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UNDER €100,000 Three-bedroom ‘pavillon’ This three-bedroom 1960s ‘pavillon’ house has fabulous views and backs onto fields. The accommodation is on one level over a garage. It’s 10 minutes from Mayenne and less than two hours from Caen. €76,000 (French Entrée, ref SIF-001889)
€100,000-€200,000 Single-storey farmhouse Located in Levaré, this spacious, single-storey farmhouse has three bedrooms, exposed beams and stone walls, The 1,581m2 garden includes a hangar and two garages. It's located close to Gorron in the north of Mayenne. €172,250 (French Entrée, ref AT-4174)
€200,000-€350,000 Lakes, stables and more Dating back to the 1300s, this ancient flour mill includes a main house, an annexe and several outbuildings with great potential. Set in nearly 2.5 hectares of land, complete with a lake, it’s located in Lassay-les-Châteaux near the Loire Valley and Normandy. €344,000 (French Entrée, ref AT-4377)
€350,000-€500,000 Mill near Mayenne This former water mill sits in nearly two hectares of grounds, just 9km from Mayenne town. As well as the detached mill house with octagonal tower, there’s a separate house and outbuildings, all arranged around a paved driveway. €370,000 (French Entrée, ref LN-2DX9J)
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