Breton Bliss

Breton Bliss: Brittany

Tucked in between luscious trees and manicured hedges, this charming traditional Breton home is sure to delight. Located in Locmariaquer, you can embrace authentic Brittany and its gorgeous beaches, quaint cobblestone streets, and bustling ports. And with everything you need for a memorable stay, including an inviting swimming pool, this handsome abode is a wonderful choice for your family getaway.

The interior boasts contemporary countryside charm, with the kitchen truly being the heart of the home. You’ll love preparing hearty breakfasts in here together, with the morning light piercing through the windows. Fresh smoothies courtesy of your blender is a breakfast must-have.

While the interior and warm and lovely, it’s the garden that you’ll fall in love with. Spend blissful days lounging by the pool, occasionally taking a dip to cool off, finding total relaxation in the natural surroundings. When it’s time to take a sun break, catch up on your book on the gently swinging bench, play cards beneath the shaded pergola, or challenge someone to a game of table tennis. When dinnertime rolls around, pick up some local produce to whack on the sizzling barbecue for a wholesome family meal.

There’s much to explore around Locmariaquer and the Gulf of Morbihan. There are several beaches just over a mile away, an oyster park for seafood enthusiasts, and plenty of coastal paths for a lovely morning walk. Of course, the village itself is postcard-perfect, with bustling night markets during the summer.

Home truths:
*There's free parking on the driveway here
*Your host provides a high chair for free upon request
*At full occupancy, two people will be sleeping on the sofa bed on the mezzanine floor
*For those with reduced mobility, there's a bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor
*The bath has a handheld shower
*Your host provides a welcome starter pack of oil, vinegar, salt and pepper, coffee capsules, tea, herbal teas and other essentials
*There are two bicycles available to use here
*The swimming pool is heated from Easter until 30th September – it also has a cover and alarm for child safety
*The closest train station is in Auray – it's a twenty-minute drive away