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Garden
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Kitchen
Dining
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom2+ bathroomsSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Ménéac, Bretagne
  • Popular LocationNotre-Dame de Timadeuc Cistercian Abbey23 min drive
  • Popular LocationJosselin Chateau25 min drive
  • Popular LocationPaimpont Forest41 min drive
  • AirportLorient (LRT-Lorient - South Brittany)81 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A peaceful, rural retreat

The cottage, with its large garden, is ideal for groups of 4/5 guests, plus 1 baby, with plenty of room both inside and out.
The cottage is a perfect base for visiting the many attractions of this lovely part of Brittany. The owners have used their artistic flair to create an original home with several attractive features.
La Cheneraie (named after the oak tree in the garden) is only a 5 minute drive from the village of Méneac where there is a bar, restaurant and small supermarket selling bread and pastries. Also close to Ménéac is a small lake with a childrens' play area and small sandy beach.

Optional services
Pet:
3€ per night

There are many picturesque towns nearby.
Josselin
Here there is a perfectly preserved medieval chateau which is still lived in by the Rohan family.
The chateau and Dolls' Museum are open to visitors from April to October and there are tours in English daily during the summer.
Le Bois d'Amour (Lovers' Wood)
In Josselin this is literally a "park in a town". It has been created to promote nature and the environment. There is an open air theatre where music events are held during the summer months. It has been very well landscaped and contains wooded sections and a stream flowing throughout. Displays are provided which explain the wildlife of the area in pictures and sounds.
Here there is a fascinating Insectarium which the kids will love!
La Gacilly
Nearby is the charming town of La Gacilly. During the summer months an outdoor photographic exhibition is held. Boat trips on the canal are available. The Yves Rocher factory, shop and Spa are situated here.
Rochefort-en-Terre
About 45 minutes away is Rochefort-en-Terre. This was voted “prettiest village in France” in 2015. With its cobbled streets, plentiful restaurants and shops, it is a must on your holiday agenda!
Domaine de Kerguéhennec.
A 30 minute drive from the accommodation takes you to the Domaine de Kerguéhennec. Here you will find an unusual sculpture park and chateau in magnificent grounds. There is a large lake and lots of woodland. Dogs are welcome! There is a small café in the park but opening times can be limited! In the chateau there are often art exhibitions.
Vannes
The walled city of Vannes is about a 50 minute drive from Josselin. The harbourside restaurants in Vannes are always busy in the summer months. The local seafood, oysters and mussels being particularly popular.
Pont Scorff
Here there is a zoo at Pont Scorff is ideal for younger members of the family (about 1 hour away)
The Prehistoric Park at Malansac, about 45 minutes away, is another great day out for the youngsters. There are 30 scenes of reconstruction of the dinosaur age. The park is based on models and information from the Natural History Museum in Paris.
Rennes
Nearby (1 hour drive) is the stunning medieval city of Rennes, capital of Brittany. There are numerous outdoor cafés and restaurants in the picturesque square plus shops so perfect if you want some retail therapy!
Coastal/Beach
Both the north and south coasts of Brittany are about a 1 hour drive from the cottage. The beaches are too numerous to mention!
Just a half hour drive away is the Lac au Duc near Ploermel. Here there is a beach and watersports, cafés and restaurants. Also a beautiful area for walking with numerous varieties of hydrangeas. A fabulous display in the summer months!

BRITTANY REGION
Brittany offers a wealth of varied landscapes - beautiful sandy beaches, deep forests and medieval towns, easily accessible from Ménéac's central situation.
Brittany is easily accessible from the UK via several Ferry Ports and is also served by flights from the UK to 4 French airports.
From spectacular beaches with rugged coastlines to vast sandy expanses, to peaceful woods and forests and the famous Nantes-Brest Canal, Brittany has all the makings of a perfect holiday.
The cuisine in the area includes crepes and galettes and of course the seafood! Mussels and oysters are available throughout the region, particularly in the summer months. Cider is produced here and local varieties are available in all supermarkets and restaurants.
During the summer numerous villages and town celebrate the "Pardon" which is predominantly a religious thanksgiving but is always followed by a celebratory meal (with a drink or two!) and Breton dancing.

Entering the property you are immediately in the open plan kitchen/living and dining area.
The beautiful kitchen is well equipped with a large electric range cooker with three ovens and induction hob,fridge and separate freezer and washing machine. It also has a vintage "Hygena" kitchen cabinet! A cafétière, microwave, kettle and toaster are provided. The circular dining table comfortably seats five people.
There is a downstairs shower room/utility area with separate WC. There is also a tumble dryer.
The lounge area has comfortable seating and a feature woodburner, ideal for cooler months. there is also central heating.
The “smart” TV has UK channels. WiFi is available throughout the property.
The first floor is accessed by a lovely wooden staircase with carpet treads. It is light and spacious. The landing area at the top of the staircase has a sofa bed with a curtain to provide privacy and is suitable for 1 guest. Also a desk,a well stocked book shelf and a music system with large collection of CD's.
Bedroom 1: The velux windows make this room feel light and bright. It has a King Size bed, dressing table and wardrobe.
Bedroom 2: This room has twin beds and hanging space for clothes.
Bathroom: The bathroom has a lovely free -standing bath and also a shower attachment. There is a WC and wash basin.
A cot and High Chair are available.
OUTSIDE:
The lovely garden can be accessed via patio doors in the lounge area. An outdoor washing line is provided.
There is a large grassed area for children to let off steam! Badminton and a Table Tennis table are provided. The garden is secure making it suitable for children. Dogs are generally welcome. Please enquire at time of booking. A Pet Fee applies and a dog policy is issued at time of booking.
We are able to make a vet appointment if required prior to your return to the UK.
A stone built in BBQ is provided. There is an outside table and chairs for dining “al fresco”.
This is a No Smoking property.
The cottage is not suitable for guests with impaired mobility and is not accessible to wheelchairs.
Parking is available for 2 cars.
Linen and towels are included in the rental price.

Property manager

Sue
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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

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 882836653

We should mention

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

About the area

Meneac

Located in Meneac, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Aquarev Park and Seat of Merlin, while Musee de Poupees and Chateau de Trecesson are cultural highlights.
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Ménéac, Bretagne

What's nearby

  • Notre-Dame de Timadeuc Cistercian Abbey - 23 min drive
  • Josselin Chateau - 25 min drive
  • Chateau de Trecesson - 39 min drive
  • Paimpont Forest - 41 min drive
  • Ecole Speciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • La Motte Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Manoir Mohon - 11 min drive
  • Les Galettes du Mené - 12 min drive
  • Le Marc'Htray - 7 min drive
  • Le Pizz'Bar - 5 min drive
  • Le Central Bar - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A peaceful, rural retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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8/10 Good

ChristinaT

Lovely cottage
Lovely cottage in a peaceful hamlet. Very well equipped and the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in, including my own. We had forgotten now dark the sky is without light pollution!
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10/10 Excellent

JanW

Fantastic Fully Equipped Cottage
We were truly amazed with this cottage. It’s cost with a great garden. Completely surrounded with a fence so no worries that the dog could go astray. We also with out words with regards to all the cooking condiments which were present. Really excellent and superb.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Enjoyable stay
What a lovely relaxing cottage ,with a beautiful large garden ,the peace and quiet and floral aroma in the garden is second to none. Would highly recommend this property to everyone.

10/10 Excellent

George B., Fort Myers, Florida, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pastoral Getaway
Enjoyable stay. Appliance instructions are in British. Very difficult for an American not used to European appliances. Was able to download instruction manual for oven and cooking surface (hob in British speak) and finally understand the symbology. The picture of the baby on the washing machine was confusing, but we finally decided that it wasn't meant for bathing small children. All worked out well.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

COSY COTTAGE
Nice house, cozy cottage with a beautiful view. Very well equipped and the kitchen has an excellent stove. Beautiful garden with fruit trees and roses and we could admire a mistletoe on one of the fruit trees, very special, a magical place. Good base to special villages in the area and a visit to Rennes was well worth it. Good internet connection. A dishwasher would be welcome, and screens for the flies.

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