Le Manoir Du Neveit Cottage 'Wisteria'. Our Cosy and Romantic Hideaway for Two People
Tranquil, Rural Location Set in the Grounds of Le Manoir Du Neveit, Easy Drive to the Coast.
Sleeps 2 (1 Bedroom) Double bed
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Looking for that perfect hideaway? Then look no further. Wisteria Cottage is our cosy, romantic and discreet hideaway for two people. The living area on the ground floor is open plan and there is a double bedroom on the first floor. At the rear of the property is a large south facing paved terrace equipped with table, chairs, sunloungers, barbeque, even a nearby hammock. The cottage stands in the award winning park like gardens of le Manoir and enjoys panoramic views of the Forest of Duault. Guests are not restricted to the cottage gardens and are encouraged to search out the secluded hot spots in the garden as the sun moves round. For the more adventurous, you could amble the 300m down the rarely used farm track to the little trout stream which ripples through the hay meadow, find a shady spot under a tree and watch the numerous butterflies as they bask in the sun. If you are lucky, you might also see the herons searching for fish and the deer coming out to feed in the evenings.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 7 January 2012 - 2 June 2012 | €300 | 2 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 30 June 2012 | €325 | 2 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 1 September 2012 | €350 | 2 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 15 December 2012 | €300 | 2 | ||
| 15 December 2012 - 5 January 2013 | €350 | 2 |
Notes on prices
Subject to availability, 'Wisteria' is available on a nightly basis, minimum stay 2 nights. Cost per night - 60 euro's.
All prices quoted include bed linen, towels, gas, water, electricity and wood.
There are no hidden extras.
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday. Guests are requested to vacate the property by 10.30am to allow adequate time for servicing. We expect our guests to leave the property in the same condition as they found it. New arrivals can collect their keys after 4pm
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | The carpeted first floor bedroom has a timbered ceiling and a south facing window which looks out over the gardens with panoramic views of the forest. The comfortable double divan bed has individual wall lights matching bedside tables and a dressing table |
| Bathrooms: | The fully tiled bathroom has a matching low level toilet and wash basin, the basin has a large illuminated mirror mounted above. There is a heated towel rail and a large 1msq thermostatically controlled shower with humidity controlled extractor. |
| Kitchen: | The fitted kitchen equipment includes:- gas hob, oven (with grill and rotisserie), fridge (with small freezer), washing machine, microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee maker etc. Also a full complement of tableware, cutlery, glassware, utensils, pots & pans. |
| Utility Room: | Also provided is a vacuum cleaner, ironing board, iron, brushes, dustpans, mop, bucket etc. There are clothes line facilities (pegs provided). Use of owners tumble drier on request. |
| Living Rooms: | The open plan ground floor has a feature stone wall and a Breton fireplace, it comprises of a fully fitted kitchen area, a dining area, and lounge area with a comfortable settee where you can curl up in front of the woodburner and watch TV or a DVD. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All towels and linen are included in the price, and for those staying longer than one week these would be changed weekly. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave washing machine iron/ironing board satellite tv internet access central heating barbecue |
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Notes on accommodation
Wisteria Cottage as it is now known, was originally built as accommodation for the families that worked the land of the Manoir. The Manoir was built in 1647 but although very old, Wisteria does not date back that far. When we bought the property in 2002 Wisteria was derelict, just four walls, it was one of two properties left standing in the grounds. Originally there were several other cottages nestling around the Manoir but these have long since disappeared.
A total ground up restoration of Wisteria has just been completed with the needs of our guests in mind. It has been extensively insulated, double glazed and had a wood burner installed, so is completely suitable for all year living.
The large full width terrace at the rear increases the living area significantly in the summer and is equipped with a barbecue, table/chairs and sun loungers. The large south facing window from the dining area opens out to the patio and doubles as a very convenient serving hatch.
Accessibility
Despite having a relatively large entrance doorway (80cm /32") and the internal floor level being the same as the terrace and the grass outside, there is a staircase with a 90 degree turn to the right to negotiate to get to the first floor bedroom. It is felt that negotiating this staircase this may prove to be difficult to some people with mobility problems.
Outside
Wisteria has it's own south facing lawned garden which overlooks the Forest of Duault. The garden is equipped with a table, chairs and parasol, sun loungers, barbeque etc. Guests are not restricted to the cottage garden and should feel free to explore the award winning gardens of Le Manoir. Ample on site parking is available.
Coast/Beach
Most of the beautiful towns and beaches around the Rose granite and Emerald coasts are within a comfortable 50 mins drive from us. They are too numerous to mention here, but we would be more than pleased to tell you of our favourite beauty spots and places to eat when you arrive. eg. Sunday morning, take a leisurely drive to the market town of Plestin les Greves, take in the sights, and smells of the bustling market, drive 5km to Loquirec for seafood lunch then relax on the beach, fantastic!
Golf
There are in excess of 30 main golf courses across Brittany and being situated centrally in the region we are ideally positioned for those that wish to visit some of these as part of your stay.
Travel
Wisteria is within easy reach of ports and airports. If you are flying into one of the airports a hire car, or the use of a car is essential. Cars can be hired on line and collected at the airports, Hertz, Avis and Europcar being among the most popular. Distance to Airports - Dinard (Pleurtuit) 142km/1hr 30min, Brest (Guipavas) 107km/1hr 10min. Distance to Ports - Roscoff 74km/1hr 10min, St. Malo 160km/2hrs, Caen 296km/3hrs, Cherbourgh 346km/3hrs 40 min, Le Havre 391km/4hrs.
Distances
Duault is our nearest village being just 1km away. Callac is our nearest market town just 6 km away. Other towns in our immediate region are, Carhaix-Plouger 16 Km/16min, Rostrenen 22Km/31min, Guingamp 35km/34min, Morlaix 46Km/46 min, St-Brieuc 68Km/1hr. Most of the beautiful towns and beaches around the Rose granite and Emerald coasts are within a comfortable 50 mins drive, but are too numerous to mention here. We would be pleased to advise you as to our favourites when you arrive.
Further details
Our nearest village Duault has a busy Bar Tabac, here you can buy your basic groceries, fruit, vegetables, fresh bread, croissants, cigarettes, tobacco, beer, wine stamps etc.
The town of Callac is a market town, boasting a busy market on Wednesdays.
The town has its own railway station with direct connections to the TGV (You can breakfast in Callac and have lunch in Paris) Callac has two banks, two supermarkets, two doctors surgeries, two dentists, pharmacy, veterinary surgery, lovely gift shops, cafes and restaurants. Within an easy drive there are two modern swimming pools with water shutes, a childrens adventure park and if it is raining the very interesting Oceanopolis.
There is such a diversity of interests in the area from the Megaliths in Carnac to the artists regional centre at Pont Aven, to Le Vallee des Saints at Carnoet, which is a new "Project for enternity" where it is intended to create 1000 huge granite statues of saints depicting the ancient history of Brittany. The site is believed to be the scene of a bloody battle between the troops of Richard 1st and the Barons of Brittany in 1197 where the English were defeated.
Locally there is a lot of of history from WW2, for example the Forest of Duault was home to resistance fighters and many allies, who because of their activities attracted the attentions of the German command and several thousand German troops were sent into the area to flush them out. A bloody battle ensued, many Germans were killed and the resistance fighters remained entrenched.
All this aside, it has been our experience that when our guests arrive and settle in, the majority seem quite reluctant to want to travel further afield and are quite content just to relax and chill on site.
Booking notes
25% deposit is required to secure a booking, the balance being payable 8 weeks before rental period commences, this is also non refundable on cancellation, unless the cottage can be re let for the period in question.
For late bookings, those with less than 8 weeks before rental period commences, payment is required in full before the booking can be confirmed.
Please note that you are advised to take out a Travel Insurance Policy with a cancellation clause, as all deposits are non refundable.
Guest comments
We have enjoyed the best two weeks in such a beautiful part of France. The Cottage has felt like home away from home, it is beautifully renovated, so comfortable with everything we needed. Carolyn & Steve are the greatest hosts, their kindness, generosity and hard work seems to have no bounds, we feel privileged to have met them and their friends. We leave here with very fond memories, and the proud new owners of a chandelier(Thanks to Peter & Olga!), how could we ever forget le Manoir du neveit now! Best Wishes Paul & Jo, Adelaide, Australia.
Well here we are again - Michael & Julie Payne from Colchester, Essex! We came 3 times last year but have only managed the one visit this year sadly. We will see you again in 2011. Lots of love to you both & thank you sooo much for your kind hospitality.
Again it was superb. we see you both back in August with our friends from Belgium(8 persons) and our friends from the UK, especially Adam with the Guitar. We love you - Roger and Sonja
Owner profile
Carolyn and Steve seeing in the new year!
About the owner
Having both led busy lives and not wishing everything to come to a halt on retirement, it had always been our intention to have some form of joint interest when we retired. It was love at first sight when we saw le Manoir in March 2002. We felt so passionately about the house and this most beautiful part of central Brittany that within three months we were installed and it had become our new home. We love the slower pace and quality of life and the lack of stress. One of our guests has since declared this to be a Stress Free Zone. There is little traffic on the roads it is still a pleasure to drive and the warm and friendly Bretons are so welcoming and embracing. In view of this that we thought it would be nice to ‘loan’ some of the old house to paying guests who had similar appreciations.
Year purchased: 2002
Why the owner chose a home in this location
As soon as we saw the photographs of Le Manoir on the internet we were hooked and couldn't wait to see for ourselves. It was love at first sight and within three months we were moved in. It was going to be hard work for Steve as half the property was derelict, broken beams, collapsed roofs and huge fallen stone fireplaces, as well as two derelict cottages in the grounds, but Steve knew he could put everything right. Nine years later and many euros spent, we are almost finished, nothing has been spared.
The property nestles in the beautiful Breton countryside. Tucked away down a windy country lane, we have little traffic, but you may see the occasional tractor. Despite being seclude we are only three minutes away from our local bar where we buy our fabulous fresh bread and croissants daily
Unique benefits of the property
We have really good French neighbours, they take a great interest in what we are doing and love to get involved. Steve says it's like living in the UK sixty years ago when he was a young lad. Nobody locks their doors, and family values are paramount. We have peace of mind knowing that we can leave the house and all will be well and that we will never be mugged etc.
Our fabulous panoramic views are second to non and waking up each morning with just the birds singing and no traffic noise is blissful.
We love our home and feel we do pass this feeling on to our guests who stay either Chambre d'Hote or in one of our beautiful self catering cottages, Wisteria or Hydrangea. Many guests return again and again, so we now have many friends and look forward to their visits, so why not join them?
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR8875
Contact Name:
Steve and Carolyn Sheppard
(FRANCE) +33 296215675
Owners Website: Click here
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