Welcome to La Maison des Fleurs - La Gacilly, Ille et Vilaine
Welcome to our traditional stone Breton farmhouse, which was built approximately 200 years ago, set in the tiny rural Hamlet of La Coudrais and surrounded by the relaxing countryside of Southern Brittany which borders the Loire Valley.
The beautiful Gulf of Morbihan with its popular beaches are approx. 35 minutes drive away. Visit the inland port town of Redon (10-15 mins) set on the confluence of the river Villaine and the Nante/Brest canal, There are numerous shops, bars and restaurants, all within easy reach and a new leisure centre with 3 indoor pools. RENNES is just 35 mins away, VANNES is 1 hour, ST MALO is only 75 mins.
Just 5 minutes drive away is the historic town of La Gacilly, with its quaint cobbled streets housing local artisans and cottage industries, including hand made armour. The town has numerous restaurants and bistros including a Vietnamese establishment. The river Aff flows through the town via a spectacular weir, take a picnic on one of the day boats and explore the countryside at a leisurely pace! Visit nearby The Isle aux Pies (Isle of Magpies) with magnificent views including the rock faces rising from the river Oust, try the excellent restaurant by the river.
The Gites
The building is divided into 3 Gites, 'LE PETUNIA' (the Farmhouse) being traditional, sleeps 5 + cot (9 possible) 3 bedrooms (Master bedroom with a 5' bed, an extra single bed can be added if necessary, 2nd bedroom with a 4'6 bed, 3rd bedroom with a captain's bed an extra single bed can be added if necessary). The Master bedroom which can be used as a family room, has an en-suite hydrotherapy shower with toilet. There is a separate bathroom and toilet. A large lounge with exposed beams, having a Breton fireplace with a superb burner and a cosy suite in
front, TV with English Satellite, DVD player, CD/Hi-Fi, a dining area, and a sofa for those pre-dinner aperitifs! in the kitchen there is an electric oven, gas hob, washing machine, microwave, fridge/freezer, and a Rayburn style woodburner for the winter which heats the radiators in the Farmhouse. There is a gravelled patio area with shrubs, flowers, garden furniture and BBQ.
LA JONQUILLE (smaller Gite) converted self-contained cottage, sleeps up to 4 + cot, 2 bedrooms (4ft6 bed in one and twin beds in the other), shower and toilet, kitchen/dining area, and lounge with a woodburning stove, TV with English Satellite, CD/Radio. Patio with flowers, garden furniture and BBQ.
LA JACINTHE (Apartment) furnished in a traditional style, sleeps 2 + cot, lounge/bedroom, (4'6 double bed) TV/Video with English Satellite, woodburner, step up to the kitchen area with electric cooker, fridge, microwave, leading into the shower and toilet. There is a gravelled patio area, shrubs, flowers, garden furniture and BBQ.
All 3 Gites are tastefully furnished and well equipped, to ensure your stay will be comfortable and enjoyable. Why not take this opportunity to have a quiet relaxing get away from it all holiday in a beautiful setting, yet near to major tourist attractions and historic sites, the perfect setting for your French holiday.
Pricing and availablility...
Gite 1 (La Jacinthe) - Low £129 - Medium - £229 - High - £339
Gite 2 (La Petunia) - Low £259 - Medium - £329 - High - £550
Gite 3 (La Jonquille) - Low £175 - Medium - £275 - High - £420
Seasons
Low - 1st Jan.-27th March & 24th Oct.-18th Dec. 2009
Medium - 28th March - 3rd July & 29th Aug. - 23rd Oct. 2009
High - 4th July - 28th Aug. & 19th Dec. - 1st Jan. 2010
Exceptions
Easter & half term holidays are mid season. Xmas and New Year are considered high season.
Gas & Electricity costs are included from beginning of June until the end of September. Between October and the end of May prices are an additional £50 per week to include wood. Please note that all bedding and linen are included in the rental price.
In the High Season, changeover is from Saturday to Saturday only.
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Details
The following are my contact details, please feel free to get in contact with me, whether you are ready to book or, just considering it. If I'm not in, please leave a message and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
Address - La Maison des Fleurs, La Coudrais, Bains sur Oust, Bretagne, France
Phone - (0033) 299 91 73 15
Mobile - (0033) 688 64 70 66
Email - jill@farmhousegites.com
Website - www.FarmHouseGites.com
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