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A wonderful stone cottage sleeps up to 5, is set in a quiet lane yet near to shops, lake etc.

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The front of Lake Cottage.
Lounge area
Another view of lounge
Kitchen area
Another view of lounge
Reviews
7.6 out of 10 Good
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 570 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Caurel, Bretagne
  • Popular LocationLake Guerlédan8 min walk
  • Popular LocationL'Abbaye Notre Dame de Bon Repos11 min drive
  • Popular LocationQuenecan Forest21 min drive
  • AirportRennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques)88 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A wonderful stone cottage sleeps up to 5, is set in a quiet lane yet near to shops, lake etc.

This delightful stone cottage provides comfortable accommodation for up to 5 +1 baby and is less than 1km from the popular Lac de Guerlédan, a stunning lake 7 miles long that provides an abundance of activities for couples and families of all ages.
The property is in the heart of Brittany in the hamlet of Kergoff, tucked away up a quiet lane providing beautiful views. It is within walking distance (1km) to the village of Caurel. Caurel has a 6 restaurants and cafe/bars. There is also a wonderful glass making workshop and gallery where you can book a half day workshop and take home a piece of your own glass work.
There are numerous things to do in the area and the cottage is perfectly situated for those who love watersports. There is no shortage of activities from swimming, skiing, canoeing, pedaloes, and fishing. Also in the area, horse riding, quad bike hire and for the less energetic, plenty of wonderful cafes and restaurants to watch these from!
Mur de Bretagne is a charming town only a ten minute drive away and here there are supermarkets, shops, restaurants, markets, banks, post office and church and of course the wonderful boulangeries for delicious bread and patisseries!
You can also walk or cycle into Mur de Bretagne along the cycle track close to the cottage which was once a rural railway line. It goes for about 15 km to Mur de Bretagne in one direction and 45 km in the other direction to Carhaix. The Brest/Nantes canal is about 2 miles away (it runs into and out of the lake). The tow path is flat and suitable for walking and cycling.
Not far from the cottage is picturesque Bon Repos. The Abbey, situated at the side of canalis worth a visit. Every Sunday from May to October there is an artisan's market here. Also a couple of bars and a creperie. Each August, for two weeks, a spectacular "Son et Lumiere" is performed after dark. This is not to be missed!
Pontivy, about 25 minutes drive away, is a beautiful market town. A market is held each Monday, throughout the year. There is also a chateau in the town and numerous eating and drinking places. Also three large supermarkets.

JOSSELIN (50 mins) – Is a very popular place, where there is a perfectly preserved stunningly beautiful chateau which is a medieval fortress and is still lived in by the Duke & Duchess of Rohan. This wonderful Chateau has been rated (2017) as the 3rd best chateau in the whole of France! It's a must see along with the Chateau's Dolls Museum which is open to visitors from April to October, there are tours in English daily during the summer.
Bastille Day - 14th July - This is a very important date in history for the French which sets the storming of the Bastille in 1789. It has become a major public holiday with numerous celebrations going on throughout France, Josselin is no exception and holds a Medieval Festival every 2 years, (re-enactment of medieval times) in the cobbled streets with its half timbered medieval houses, next one being in 2024.

The cottage consists of:
Two bedrooms upstairs; one large double bedroom and a further bedroom to sleep three. Bunk beds with double mattress at bottom and single on top,providing flexible accommodation options.
All bed linen and towels are provided. (Cot bedding is not provided)
There is a private enclosed south facing garden that provides a wonderful sun trap. Relax and use the patio garden furniture (two loungers also provided) and enjoy the evenings with a glass of wine. A Bbq is provided for al fresco dining. The ground floor bathroom is presented as a "wet room". There is also a Wc and sink. There is an additional separate toilet and sink upstairs too.
The modern, light and airy kitchen is well equipped with cooker, kettle, toaster, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine, iron/ironing board and all the necessary kitchen utensils. There is also a dining table in this area and a highchair is available. There is a Nespresso coffee machine with 10 pods, further pods can be bought at the local Intermarche supermarket.
The lounge has a comfortable three piece suite, with recliner function. The lovely granite fireplace makes it perfect for cozy evenings in the cooler months. There is a Tv with English and French channels, Dvd player and Cd player. There is a large selection of books and games for indoor use.
Pet fee applies.
In addition there is free WiFi available (upon request) and private parking.
No smoking indoors please.
Optional services


Pets are generally welcome. Please enquire when booking. Pet fee applies
Situated in a lane with a few houses scattered around.
Driveway to house from lane.

Property manager

Sue
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Caurel

Located in Caurel, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Guerlédan and Quenecan Forest, while Forges des Salles and Musee de l'Ecole de Bothoa are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Father Nicolas' Walk, or check out an event or a game at Rohan Castle.
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Caurel, Bretagne

What's nearby

  • Lake Guerlédan - 8 min walk
  • L'Abbaye Notre Dame de Bon Repos - 11 min drive
  • Forges des Salles - 16 min drive
  • Quenecan Forest - 21 min drive
  • Drukpa Plouray - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Loudéac Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Beau Rivage - 15 min walk
  • Cap'tain Cook - 14 min walk
  • Les Moulins Bretons - 15 min drive
  • Restaurant le Beau Rivage - 15 min walk
  • Auberge Grand'Maison - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A wonderful stone cottage sleeps up to 5, is set in a quiet lane yet near to shops, lake etc. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at A wonderful stone cottage sleeps up to 5, is set in a quiet lane yet near to shops, lake etc.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A wonderful stone cottage sleeps up to 5, is set in a quiet lane yet near to shops, lake etc.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A wonderful stone cottage sleeps up to 5, is set in a quiet lane yet near to shops, lake etc. located?

This family-friendly Caurel cottage is located on a lake, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Guerlédan, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Forges des Salles and L'Abbaye Notre Dame de Bon Repos. Quenecan Forest is 10 mi (16 km) away.

Reviews

7.6

Good

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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2/10 Terrible

JohnB

disappointing
The Cottage did not come up to expectations, the first thing we saw when entering was a sticky fly paper covered in dead flies. the whole cottage inside and out needs work .
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8/10 Good

StuartQ

Mr
Well equipped in pleasant surroundings
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10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

Lovely gite
We found this was a lovely gite in a superb location. We had everything we needed.
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10/10 Excellent

AndrewG

Perfect break
All descriptions and photos did the cottage justice. perfect cottage with everything you need in a beautiful part of Brittany . would highly recommend.

8/10 Good

simon j.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour à Caurel
Maison bien située pour visiter le lac et la région en famille.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

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