Stone and slate Breton cottage situated in a secluded and tranquil countryside location, at the end of a no through road, between Josselin and Vannes. Beautiful gardens, tastefully restored and all mod cons. Open fireplaces. Selection of complimentary therapies on request. Sleeps up to 6. All facilities provided for babies and children. Resident English couple in same village. Easy access from Exeter - Rennes airport (50 mins), Bristol - Dinard airport (1 hour 30 mins) Exeter - Brest airport (2 hours). Ferry ports at St Malo (1 hour 30 mins) and Roscoff (2 hours).

Facilities

Property Type:	Gites Cottages
Nearest port:	St Malo 130km
Nearest market:	Josselin 10km
Nearest restaurant:	Buléon 5km
Kitchen:	Breton oak dining table, seats 8 in main room, 4 ring gas hob, electric fan oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, tableware and linen, highchair.
Living area:	Large open plan main living room opening onto gardens, 2 open fireplaces, seating area for 8 comfortably, tv, dvd player, video player, hi-fi system.
Bedrooms:	2/3 bedrooms - 1st bedroom with king size bed and single bed, 2nd bedroom with double bed and cot bed, mezzanine area with double sofabed. Additional sofabed in main living room and additional travelcot available. All bed linen provided.
Bathrooms:	One family bathroom with walk-in shower and double sink unit. Separate wc.
Entertainment on-site:	Tv and dvd player, video player, games console, hi-fi system in main living room. Selection of cds, dvds, books and computer games. Selection of board games (eg Monopoly, puzzles, Pictionary). Mini indoor games table - pool/ table tennis. Selection of children's toys and books.
Garden and outside:	2000m² secluded garden with protected trees (chestnut, oak, hazlenut, medlar, rhodedendron). Extensive countryside views, bbq, terrace, main garden furniture to seat 8. Paddling pool, badminton set, swing ball, children's swing and other outdoor children's toys.
Parking and garaging:	No through road. Parking on or off road for up to 3 cars.
Suitability:	Rural retreat for families, couples or parties of friends. Stairgate available. Pets welcome.
General:	Selection of complementary therapies available by prior appointment. Walks from cottage. Swimming pool and local amenities 6km. Vannes and coast of the Gulf du Morbihan 30km. Historic market towns and chateaux at Josselin and Pontivy within 25km. Chateau de Kerguehennec 5 mins. Tour de France 2008 and other local events.

Owners Recommendations

Eating Out

'Creperie La Petite Breton, Pontivy'
"Traditional Breton crepes, gallettes and salads. Delicious. Get there before 12:30pm for lunch."

'La Ferrière, Buleon'
"Closest restaurant, Idyllic chateau setting, fairly expensive, children welcome, steaks, plats du jour, pizza."

'La Gavroche, Vannes'
"In the arty quarter, excellent set menus, free apperitif, children welcome, Parisian dolls theme."

'Le Guéthenoc, 11 Place Notre Dame, Josselin'
"Family-friendly restaurant, fresh food, salads, pizzas. Open Sundays."

'Le Roi Stefan, Grand Champ'
"Local, delicious cuisine, very reasonable prices, children welcome, pretty village"

Local Area and Activities

'Arte et Vie'
"Local art gallery, tea rooms and gift shop within village of St Allouestre."

'Domaine and Chateau de Kerguehennec'
"Stately home, beautiful gardens and grounds, modern art exhibitions and sculptures within 5 mins drive."

'Josselin, Chateau, Church and Historic Old Town'
"Beautiful medieval town with restaurants, shops and Chateau. Trips along the canal in peak season."

'Pontivy, Old Market Town and Chateau'
"Monday market. Good shopping and Chateau of the Rohan family."

'Vannes, Excursions by Boat, Beaches of Gulf du Morbihan'
"Stunning local coastline in the Gulf du Morbihan, explore some of the many islands by boat, set in its own micro-climate. Presqu'ile de Conleau and Sarzeau recommended."

'Vannes, Ramparts and Old Town'
"Historic city and Cathedral, can be explored by mini-train or on foot. Museum. Tourist Information Office for information on local events."

Markets and Shopping

'Josselin Market'
"Saturday, local feel, local fresh foods, historic surroundings."

'Locminé Market'
"Thursday. You will meet all your daily needs here."

'Vannes Market'
"Wednesday and Saturday. Fresh local produce and seafood and extensive choice of other wares."

Rental Rates

La Petite Maison - Sleeps: 6, Bedrooms: 2/3

Oct-April £200pw
Christmas/New Year £300pw
May,June,September £300pw
July, August £400

Contact Details

To book this property use the contact details below quoting Holiday France Direct ref: BM002493.

Contact:	Mr Loic Tarmey
Postal Address:	5 Rue Général De Gaulle 56500 St Allouestre FRANCE 56500
Telephone:	(00 33) 2 97 60 30 89
Mobile:	(00 33) 6 19 31 73 93
Fax:	(00 33) 2 97 60 30 89
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Listing last updated:	26 Aug 2008