Beautiful 16th Century Country Cottages with Heated Pools and Private Gardens
Hamlet in the stunning Blavet Valley, 6 minutes to River Beach and 30 min to the Beaches
Sleeps 6/8 & 10 (1 x 3 and 1 x 4 Bedroom Cottages)
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Each ever popular cottage with it's private south facing garden is in a peaceful hamlet in the unique Blavet Valley countryside at the end of a no through road. A tranquil haven in easy reach of many sandy beaches (30-45 min), places of interest, activities & medieval towns of Southern Brittany. The 4 acres of grounds include communal landscaped gardens with 6m heated pools, forest and stunning valley views with walking routes into the countryside. The pools enjoy full sun morning to late evening, are open from Apr to Sept and are securely fenced and locked. Each cottage has a charming oak-beamed lounge with large granite fireplace and is spacious, comfortable and well furnished. The expansive grounds include a children's climbing frame with badminton and mini football net in the summer months! The grassed amphitheatre is the ideal spot to watch the children play and unwind for sun downers. A paradise for culture lovers, walkers, cyclists, golfers, fishermen, nature and beach lovers.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 3 September 2011 - 30 September 2011 | £730 | 7 | ||
| 1 October 2011 - 19 December 2011 | £620 | 7 | ||
| 20 December 2011 - 3 January 2012 | £795 | 7 | ||
| 4 January 2012 - 30 March 2012 | £620 | 7 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £730 | 7 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 8 June 2012 | £795 | 7 | ||
| 9 June 2012 - 29 June 2012 | £730 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 20 July 2012 | £845 | 7 | ||
| 21 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £1475 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 28 September 2012 | £730 | 7 | ||
| 29 September 2012 - 21 December 2012 | £620 | 7 | ||
| 22 December 2012 - 4 January 2013 | £795 | 7 |
Fuchsia Cottage (Sleeps 6, 3 Bedrooms) Prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 3 September 2011 - 30 September 2011 | £530 | 7 | ||
| 1 October 2011 - 19 December 2011 | £485 | 7 | ||
| 20 December 2011 - 2 January 2012 | £595 | 7 | ||
| 4 January 2012 - 30 March 2012 | £485 | 7 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £530 | 7 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 8 June 2012 | £595 | 7 | ||
| 9 June 2012 - 29 June 2012 | £530 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 20 July 2012 | £695 | 7 | ||
| 21 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £995 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 28 September 2012 | £530 | 7 | ||
| 29 September 2012 - 21 December 2012 | £485 | 7 | ||
| 22 December 2012 - 4 January 2013 | £595 | 7 |
Le Crann (Both Cottages Sleeps 18 in 7 bedrooms) Prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 3 September 2011 - 30 September 2011 | £1260 | 7 | ||
| 1 October 2011 - 19 December 2011 | £1105 | 7 | ||
| 20 December 2011 - 2 January 2012 | £1390 | 7 | ||
| 4 January 2012 - 30 March 2012 | £1105 | 7 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £1260 | 7 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 8 June 2012 | £1390 | 7 | ||
| 9 June 2012 - 29 June 2012 | £1260 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 20 July 2012 | £1540 | 7 | ||
| 21 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £2470 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 28 September 2012 | £1280 | 7 | ||
| 29 September 2012 - 21 December 2012 | £1105 | 7 | ||
| 22 December 2012 - 4 January 2013 | £1390 | 7 |
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday, but is negotiable out of high season. The cottages are available from 16h00 on day of arrival and by 10h00 on day of departure.
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Fuchsia Cottage (Sleeps 6, 3 Bedrooms)
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Fuchsia sleeps 6 but can be extended to 8 by arrangement. Charming open-plan living area with wood-burner, granite fire-place, TV (BBC and Freeview channels), DVD, music system, with dining table for 8. Books, Games and DVDs available. Kitchen includes dishwasher, cooker, toaster, kettle, filter coffee machine, micro-wave, fridge freezer. There is a washing machine, ironing board and irons in the laundry room. Bed 1: (Downstairs) double bed with en-suite shower room and wc. Bed 2: (Upstairs) 1 double bed and 1 single bed. Bed 3: (Upstairs) three single beds. 2 shower rooms (one en-suite with wc's). High chairs, cots and baby baths available. Bedlinen, duvets and pillows are provided in the price (not including cot linen and towels). Towels and final cleaning service can be provided for an additional charge. WiFi Internet access available. Please see our own website for more information and photos - the link is in the Contact Information section below. |
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Le Crann (Both Cottages Sleeps 18 in 7 bedrooms)
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Wisteria and Fuchsia Cottage rented together. Wisteria Cottage has ample living areas with a well stocked kitchen to accommodate the needs of both cottages. Both cottages have wood-burners, granite fire-place, TV (BBC and Freeview channels), DVD, music system and dining tables. Books, Games and DVDs available. The Kitchens include dishwasher, cooker, toaster, kettle, filter coffee machine, micro-wave, fridge freezer. There is a washing machine, ironing board and iron in the laundry room. High chairs, cots, baby baths, changing mats, hand-held blenders, pushchairs, microwaves sterilizer available on request. Bedlinen, duvets and pillows are provided in the price (not including cot linen and towels). Towels and final cleaning service can be provided for an additional charge. Wifi Internet access available. Please see our own website for more information and photos - the link is in the Contact Information section below. |
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Notes on accommodation
In Summer, no air-conditioning is necessary - these cottages are the ideal refuge when it gets too hot and in winter the warmth of a wood burning fire keeps the cottages warm and cosy. There are radiators in both cottages if required. Both cottages have stair gates installed at both the top and bottom of the stairs. Hairdryer available in both cottages. No smoking. Not suitable for pets. Please see our own website for more information and photos - the link is in the Contact Information section below.
Accessibility
Fuchsia Cottage has a downstairs bedroom with en-suite shower room and wc.
Outside
Each cottage has its own private south facing garden with chairs, tables and barbecues. There is ample parking for all cars. In the shared grounds there are two six metre swimming pools, which are heated and securely fenced and gated in accordance with French law. We also operate a key system of access to the pool to provide additional peace of mind. There are ample sunbeds. There are parasols and outdoor games. There is a children's play area, mini-football net and badminton. We also provide free of charge 7 adult bikes, 3 child bikes and 1 baby seat as well as two good quality golf clubs.
Coast/Beach
Within easy reach (30 to 45 minutes) are the many wonderful sandy beaches of Southern Brittany. There are the stunning lakes of inland Brittany or the river beach on the Blavet only 6 minutes drive away. Whatever your type of beach there is an amazing choice of sandy beaches from golden sandy beaches, wild stunning stretches or sandy coves with rock pools, with a range of activities from swimming, sand-yachting, windsurfing, kite-surfing, sailing, surfing, kayaking.
Golf
There are four of Formule Golf’s courses (St. Laurent, Ploemeur, Lorient, Baden) within one hours drive as well as one 9 hole golf course at Rimaison just 20 minutes away and many others just slightly further afield. We will be pleased to assist in booking tee times. We have two sets of golf clubs and golf carts available for guests to use, free of charge. Please see our website for further information
Special interest holidays
Others activities: adventure park, archery, birdwatching, boating, boules, canoeing, clay-pigeon shooting, cycling (7 adult & 3 child bikes plus one bike carrier and 1 bike child seat for guests to use, free of charge), diving, fishing, go-karting, hiking, horse riding, kayaking, nature-enthusiasts, paint-balling, quad biking, rambling, scuba diving, sea excursions, shopping, sightseeing, swimming, tennis, tree-walking, walking.
Travel
Airports: Lorient 30mins. Rennes 1 hour 30mins. Nantes/Brest/Dinard 2hours. Ferries: Roscoff/St Malo 2 hours. Tunnel: Calais 6 hours. Car essential.
Distances
The hamlet of Le Crann is an easy 1 km walk or bike ride to the small village of St Yves Bubry, with its traditional French bar and small shop for those small essential groceries. St Yves has its own delightful and relaxing restaurant down by the old mill with its tranquil lake and water-wheel, perfect for relaxing and unwinding at the end of a day or after a long drive. For a wider choice of shops, restaurants, petrol station and supermarket, there is the charming village of Bubry (10 min).
Further details
Le Crann is situated in the commune of Quistinic, host to the 16th century village of Poul Fetan, immaculately restored to show life at that time. If you want to step further back in time, outside the village of Melrand (15 minutes away) is the Village de l’an mil, a 1000 year old reconstructed medieval village. Close by there are many historic towns and castles to visit including Hennebont, Auray, Pontivy, Vannes and Josselin. Morbihan is renowned for its megalithic stones with so many special places to visit; Carnac with its 3000 standing stones a must see, but also those at Locmariquer, Petit Mont or even catch a boat to the island of Gavrinis. And if that’s not enough, the region has plenty of museums, zoos and parks. Art lovers can follow the 'Art in the Chapel' exhibitions throughout the summer for a tour of the Blavet River chapels. The commune of Quistinic and the Blavet Valley is a walkers and cyclists paradise and the owner has details of many published routes with walking routes leading directly from Le Crann. For a lazy day, take a cruise down the River Blavet, or take one of many boat trips to the off shore islands and around the beautiful inland sea of the Gulf du Morbihan, where you can stop off on some of the larger islands for lunch, a walk and even a cycle. There is hardly a week that goes by without some festival in the region. Lorient hosts the delightful 10 day Inter- Celtique music festival and Josselin and Hennebont hold annually medieval festival. Many regattas are held at the yachting haven of Trinite-sur-Mer. And don't forget those local markets and brocantes for fresh produce or that antique bargain.
We provide the following for your convenience, free of charge: Welcome Pack: Tea, Coffee, Milk & Sugar, together with a bottle of French Wine and Cake. Starter Essentials: Salt & Pepper, Toilet paper, Kitchen towel and Dustbin bags. Cleaning basics.
Booking notes
A non refundable deposit of 25% is required to confirm the booking. The balance is due six weeks prior to arrival. A security deposit of £250/€250 per booking is required due with payment of the balance. Currencies accepted: Pounds Sterling (GBP) and Euro (EUR). Winter lets: By arrangement. Couples: Discounts available - please enquire (not available July & Aug). Price includes wood for heating. Towels (EUR8 per bale) and a Final Cleaning Service (EUR50) are available at an additional charge.
Guest comments
'I would unreservedly recommend this property to anyone looking for a calm and restful holiday away from the stresses of noisy modern life. It is a perfect place for children with loads to explore and nice days out. We came back thoroughly refreshed and reinvigorated, and look forward to returning soon.'
'Thank you so much for our wonderful stay at your 'restful rural retreat'. Wisteria Cottage really was a 'home from home' for both families and we couldn't have asked for anything else (very clean, extremely well maintained gardens and acres of lawns with two heated swimming pools and we eat out each night using the BBQ). Your daily suggestions for days out were so incredibly helpful and came up trumps each time - local knowledge made our holiday very easy and carefree. The cottage had all the amenities that any family could wish for.'
'This is a lovely holiday for families with children of all ages - we were delighted with both Fuschia Cottage and its owners'.
Owner profile
Sue, Steve and Maxine Anderson
About the owner
We decided to move to France for a gentler way of life and to give our daughter the advantages of becoming bi-lingual and exposure to a different culture. We enjoy dealing with people and strive to provide the best possible holiday experience we can for our guests.
Year purchased: 2008
Why the owner chose a home in this location
A key criteria for our purchase was any property had to be a 'home from home' for our guests. The stunning 16th Century properties give a real taste of a bygone age with all modern conveniences. Le Crann offered everything: A warm temperate climate with sunshine hours comparable to Southern France. Brittany has it's own distinct culture and language with extremely welcoming people. Close to many sandy beaches and the glorious countryside of the Blavet Valley. Activities for young & old including golf, cycling, canoeing, sailing and walking. Delightful places of historical interest with many cultural events year long. Proximity to UK and Europe with many access points by car, ferry or plane. Private south facing gardens and extensive communal gardens with heated pools.
Unique benefits of the property
With the large extensive gardens of 4 acres stretching into the beautiful countryside and situated at the end of a quiet country lane with no through traffic, our guests have commented on how safe and peaceful the gardens and surrounding environs are for children of all ages - the perfect place to relax and unwind. Most holiday makers only have one or two weeks in which to enjoy their holiday and a lot of time can sometime be spent trying to familiarise yourself with your environment. We have a small cottage in the main gardens and are on hand, if you so wish, to ensure you maximise your holiday and don't miss out on any holiday experience. For those nature-lovers, walkers and cyclists there are walking paths leading directly from the property to many points of interest in the region.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR5446
Sue and Steve Anderson
Tel: (France) + 33 (0) 297 513 263
Fax: (France) + 33 (0) 297 513 263
Mob: (UK) + 44 (0) 7762 941 111
Owners Website: Click here
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