Charming Breton house with panoramic views to the Armorique National Park, newly refurbished with 2 double en-suite & 1 single rooms, near Huelgoat in SW Brittany

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"In a most peaceful, relaxing rural setting, our charming Breton house is set within it’s own grounds with panoramic views to the Armorique National Park."

Accommodation and facilities

The newly refurbished accommodation comprises:

Ground floor: Comfortable lounge with fireplace (fuel starter pack provided), TV / DVD / Stereo. French doors lead to the terrace with panoramic views. WC. Kitchen/dining room: Range cooker with gas hob & electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine. French doors leading to terrace.

First floor: 3 charming bedrooms - 2 double rooms (with shower rooms ensuite), 1 single bedroom. Travel cot/highchair available on  request. Linen and towels are provided. Gas central heating (inc rental). 

There is an enclosed garden with BBQ and garden furniture, and ample private parking. The photograph below shows the view, across the garden from the terrace, to the Armorique National Park.

Things to do

Explore ancient woodland, fish from local rivers or perhaps enjoy a cycle ride through the quiet lanes. Other leisure activities nearby include golf, horse riding, tennis and swimming. 

This Celtic region has strong cultural traditions; it is steeped in legend and history. The name ‘Huelgoat’ means the high forest. It was formed from the Breton words ’Huel’ (height) and ‘Koat’ (wood/forest). Huelgoat has always been of military interest in the past. It’s excellent position during ancient times was strategically important for the ‘armoricain’ people. The ‘Camp d’Artus’ was held by Caesar’s  Legions following the Roman conquest.

This pretty little town lies on the shore of  a lake of some 15 hectares which flows into the ‘Riviere d’Argent’ (silver river) tumbling through the ‘Chaos du Moulin’ (huge granite rocks). These rocks have been strangely rounded by centuries of ice-age erosion.  A canal some 3km long is also supplied by the lake which leads to the ancient silver bearing lead mines. 

There are numerous well sign-posted walks through the legendary forest around Huelgoat. If you prefer you can explore the forest on horseback.  Discover the Grotto d’Artus which is said to contain buried treasure. The Mill, Devil’s Grotto, the Trembling rock and the Boar’s Pool are to mention but a few places to see. 

Well worth a visit is the Botanical garden and Arboretum which contains some 3600 species of trees and shrubs from 5 continents. 

Location

We are situated in the heart of South West Brittany. Conveniently situated just an hour’s drive from Roscoff  (2¼hours St Malo). The nearby picturesque town of Huelgoat offers shops restaurants, supermarket, swimming pool and forest walks. Just a short drive away is the market town of Carhaix - Plouguer, where you will find many other leisure activities to enjoy.

If you fancy a day at the seaside, wherever you are, the sea is never very far away and there are many fine sandy beaches to visit and little rocky coves to explore.   

Nearest Ferry links: Roscoff  60 km / St Malo 160 km

Airports:   Brest - Southampton / Exeter  Birmingham

               Dinard - Luton/Stansted

               Rennes - Southampton

Weekly rental charges. Nightly rates may be available in low to mid season.

*£50 / €70 deposit secures booking. Full payment is due 3 weeks before holiday date.

3 months notification is required for cancellation, after which time the deposit is non-refundable.

Prices per week including central heating & open fire starter pack

Low season: 3 Dec 2005 - 8 April 2006	£175 / 250 euros
Mid season: 9 April 2006 - 1 Jul 2006	£210 / 300 euros
High season: 2 July - 2 Sept 2006	£275 / 393 euros
Low season: 3 Sept 2006 - 30 Dec 2006	£175 / 250 euros
Low - Mid season nightly rates available	please contact owner for details

Please Contact Jane Hawkins on (France) 00 33 (0)2 98 99 83 16 or complete the form below