Kitchen (click to enlarge)

Pool (click to enlarge)

Brittany Cotttages with Pool

The Hollies
2 bedrooms, sleeps 4

Kernascleden, near Vannes, Morbihan

This family owned exclusive hamlet is located in the historic village of Kernascleden, approximately 30 minutes' drive from the beautiful medieval town of Vannes and the Port of Lorient.

We have eight fully equipped and beautifully furnished holiday cottages, with leisure facilities and games room, including a heated indoor swimming pool.

We have combined modern living with the feel of old Brittany, yet retaining many architectural features to make your family holiday as comfortable as possible.

The Hollies - Sleeps 4

A semi detached stone built gatehouse at the entrance of the hamlet benefits from:

Downstairs Only
• Oakwood flooring
• Comfortable leather sofas
• Dining area for 4 people
• English TV
• DVD and CD player
• All year round central heating

Kitchen
Fitted with modern oak units with French doors leading to garden, fully equipped with:
• Fridge / Freezer
• Oven / Hob
• Microwave
• Dishwasher
• Toaster / Kettle
• Steam iron / Ironing board

Bedrooms
• One double bedroom
• One twin bedroom
• Bathroom with shower / hand basin / WC

Outside
Private rear garden with patio area
• Garden furniture
• Barbecue
• Landscaped

Prices and booking information

Low season: 29th September - 22nd December, 2007 & 5th January - 24th May, 2008
Mid season: 24th May - 28th June & 30th August - 27th September
High season: 28th June - 19th July
Peak season: 19th July - 30th August

£100 security deposit is required.

Easter, Christmas & New Year stay 10 days pay for 7 at mid season rate only. Our heated swimming pool has a retractable roof for all year round use.

All prices are fully inclusive except for towels. Included in the price are electricity, gas, water, linen, games room, washers. Heating £20 supplement in low season.

Saturday changeover. Arrival after 16:00 hours. Fully equipped laundry room on site.

Please note that changeover days are fixed for the period of mid May – mid September only.

Leisure Facilities and games room:
• 14m x 6m heated indoor pool with swim jets
• Retractable Roof • Hot tub
• Tiled changing rooms • Showers and toilets
• Seated sun patio • Childrens Play Area
• Disabled access
• Pool table • Table tennis
• Darts • Air Hockey • Football Table
• 2 outside play areas • 5-A-Side Football Pitch

Complimentary taste of Brittany

On your arrival after your journey you will be provided with a complementary, tempting Brittany style hamper of local produce and of course not forgetting the wine!
 
As standard each gite is provided with the following:  
Basic Essentials
1.Toilet Tissue
2. Washing Up Liquid
3.Dishwasher Tabs
4. Tea Towels
5. Dish Cloths.
N.B Towels not included,
Laundry facilities on site.

For our younger holidaymakers we provide:
Baby Cots
High Chairs
Baby Baths
Stair Gates.
N.B Baby bed linen not provided.

About our region

Autumn and Spring are the perfect times to visit Southern Brittany as the weather is warm and there are plenty of activities to choose keep you occupied during your holiday:

On land: golf, fishing, rambling, horse riding, cycling, clay pigeon shooting, archery, tennis, mushroom hunting, trips to nearby medieval towns and castles, exploring local markets, bargain hunting at antique fairs and flea markets.

Watersports: dinghy sailing, sand yachting, canoeing, windsurfing, kite surfing, sea kayaking, scuba diving, surfing, motor or sail cruising.

Something a bit more challenging?: paint balling, quad biking, tree walking, and go karting.

Beaches
Beautiful white, sandy beaches beckon visitors to enjoy many activities such as swimming, sand yachting, windsurfing, kite surfing, sailing or surfing. The Côte Sauvage, Quiberon, Carnac, Etel, Locmariaquer, Larmor Plage have some of the best beaches in the area and they are all within easy driving distance.

Golf
If golf is the sort of hobby that drives your passion, you'll be spoilt for choice here in the Morbihan. There are five 18-hole courses within 40 minutes drive. There is also a 9-hole course just 10 minutes away.

We also offer Autumn/Spring golf breaks with half board and pre-booked tee times for groups of 2 - 20 people. Please contact us for more details.

Walking
There is no better way to enjoy the picturesque beauty of the area other than soaking it up through leisurely walks. There are many beautiful walks and footpaths in the area – from strolls along the riverbank to country, forest or coastal hikes. We can provide footpath maps and guidebooks for you to get the best out of your walk/ride. The area is also perfect for dog walking.

Cycling
You can hire bikes locally and explore the well-maintained River Blavet towpath. As it is flat, you can cycle along the riverbank for many miles with great ease. Alternatively, for a more energetic ride, the area is criss-crossed with empty country lanes and cycle routes.

Canoeing
All levels of people are welcome to take part, from beginners to experienced canoeists. The River Blavet is ideal for kayaking and canoeing. Canoes can be hired at Pontivy, Plumeliau or Pont Augen. Don’t forget that Sea kayaking is also available at various places on the coast - a great way to explore the inlets and estuaries of the Morbihan. Boating on the River Blavet – pedalos are available for hire at St Nicholas.

Boat cruises on the River Blavet start at St Nicholas or Pont Augen. The cruises last about 1 hour with a fully guided tour.

Fishing
The River Blavet boasts some of the best coarse fishing in France. Daily or weekly fishing permits can be bought locally and are valid throughout the Morbihan area. It is an ideal river for fishing due to easy riverside access and also very few boats use the Blavet.

Tennis
There is an indoor tennis court at St Barthelemy (tuition available if required).

Horse Riding
There are local stables about 15 minutes drive away offering pony trekking and horse trails.

Sailing
To reach Le Golfe du Morbihan takes around 45 minutes. The Morbihan is an enormous inland sea with many islands – some have villages and communities of their own, others are completely uninhabited. Why not think about hiring a dinghy or small motor cruiser for the day from one of the many rental outlets around the Morbihan and explore what Morbihan has to offer.

Again La Trinite sur Meris also about 45 minutes away and is also home to many of the world’s top racing sailors and there are regattas and sailing events taking place throughout the year.

Boat Trips to Belle-Ile
Brittany's largest island lies 8½ miles offshore, and is reached by ferry from the port of Quiberon. The island is very popular for day excursions and well worth a visit.

Sand Yachting
Sand yachting at Quiberon – less than one hour away.

Surfing
Surfing on the Cote Sauvage, 45 minutes away. Some of the best surf in Brittany is found along this rugged coastline with big Atlantic rollers sweeping in from the west.

Picturesque Towns and Villages
If discovering local history, and how life was there is an abundance of fascinating medieval towns, villages and castles waiting for you to come and explore and delve deep into the past. Amble through cobbled streets and discover hidden alleyways with atmospheric bars and tiny shops selling beautiful crafts.

Markets
A trip to the local market would make your holiday in Brittany complete -and there is a good variety to choose from. You are guaranteed of the hustle and bustle of a market somewhere nearly every day of the week. If you want to experience the real France –take the time to absorb all that local life has to offer when it comes to the tempting smells of fresh, local produce. It is here that you will also find the best local Breton oysters.

Also, throughout the year, there are regular antique markets, flea markets and the French equivalent of car boot sales 'Vide Grenier' (attic clear out). These are all great places to find interesting collectables or just something very different and French.

Getting there

The airports at Dinard and Nantes are about a two-hour drive and the airport at Rennes and Lorient about an hour and a half.  Brest airport is about an hour's drive. Car hire is available at all the airports.

Relevant airlines are listed below:

Brest & Rennes - FLYBE
Nantes - BA
Dinard - Ryanair
Lorient -  Air France  -  Aer Arann

Our cottages are in the Morbihan region of Southern Brittany are a two hour car journey from the ports of St Malo and Roscoff and a four hour car journey from the ports of Caen and Cherbourg. If you are travelling by the tunnel your drive is about eight to ten hours from Calais.

For further details and photographs please visit the owner's website at:

www.brittanycottagesdirect.co.uk

To book this cottage please contact the owner:

Ellis Mitchell

Click here to email the owner

Tel: 01565 723 890
International Tel: +33 1565 723 890

When booking this property please mention Relax in France

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