A charming 4 bedroom house with a lovely garden in peaceful countryside.
Set in the countryside with some houses nearby.
LOCAL AREA:
Southern Brittany is ideally placed for so many beautiful places to visit and things to do all within an hour of of the Gite.
Below is a selection!
JOSSELIN - A very popular town, with its perfectly preserved medieval chateau, still lived in by the Duke & Duchess of Rohan. This wonderful Chateau has just 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.
LE BOIS D'AMOUR (Lovers' Wood) in Josselin 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. An amphitheatre stages open air films and concerts during the summer.
Bastille Day 14th July, 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, this will be happening again in 2020, it is amazing to see, where the whole town dresses up in period costume, with flame throwers, artistes, stalls, restaurants, bars, fireworks and more, a really good weekend not to be missed!
LA GACILLY (34 mins) - A very pretty town, the home of Yves Rocher (cosmetics & perfumes) where the family still live. There are fields of wild flowers around the town which are used to make perfumes in their factory, they also have a shop, spa hotel, and a vegetarian restaurant, very rare in France!
Outdoor Photo Festival (the largest in France), absolutely spectacular, focusing specifically on the environment, is held from June to end of September each year all around the town. Created in 2004 by Jacques Rocher, hundreds of large format photos are installed in the open air throughout the quaint cobbled streets. The aim of the festival is to make the public think about the future of the planet. An absolute must see! Day Boat Hire, rent a boat in this pretty town, relax and meander through the river Aff which leads to the Nantes/Brest canal, whilst spotting a kingfisher and other wildlife by the banks!
VANNES (42 mins) - a beautiful walled city, full of art and history and is without doubt one of Brittany's most attractive sights and a must visit on any trip to the Gulf of Morbihan. Wander around the well preserved medieval streets, don't miss the spectacular and large morning market on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, before taking lunch from the numerous restaurants overlooking the harbour side, try the famous seafood which includes oysters and mussels, then take a walk along the harbour with the hundreds of boats to look at whilst working your lunch off!
PLOERMEL (12 mins) - This nearby town has plenty of shops. On the outskirts is the popular Lac au Duc. Here there is ah a sandy beach, along with kyaks, canoes, pedalos , water skiing and fishing. family! Adjacent to the lake is Lac au Duc Golf Club, , a very popular 9 hole golf course. In the summer months take the Hortensia trail alongside with 5,500 different species of hydrangeas!
Gated driveway to property.
Welcome to VILLE HELLO – This lovely four bedroom detached property, converted from a barn, is situated in a small hamlet in the commune of Guillac in rural Southern Brittany. A peaceful retreat, yet near to all amenities. The Nantes-Brest canal, perfect for walking or cycling along the towpath, is not far from the property. Try the short walk/cycle to medieval Josselin and visit the stunning chateau.
Sleeping up to 9 people over two floors, Ville Hello has three bathrooms. Two of these are en-suite to bedrooms. The village of Guillac is 6kms from the property and has a boulangerie. However a shorter drive will take you to Josselin, perfect for your morning bread and pastries!
THE PROPERTY IN DETAIL:
From the front door you enter a small lobby with an inner door leading to the KITCHEN/DINING area. The kitchen has a gas hob and separate built in electric oven with microwave above. The well equipped kitchen also has a washing machine, dishwasher, full size fridge/freezer, cafetiere and electric kettle. There is a large farmhouse style table & chairs, a high chair and a TV with French and UK channels.
At the end of the Kitchen area is a door to the GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM (double) which has an en-suite with shower with grab rail, wash hand basin and toilet. Particularly useful for guests with mobility issues.
Leading from the Dining area there are glass double doors and a step down to the LOUNGE AREA; with a settee and comfortable chairs. Here there is a second TV.
WiFi is available throughout the house.
The double glass doors lead to the terrace outside which is a real sun trap!
FIRST FLOOR:
From the lounge the stairs lead to the hallway and to the MASTER BEDROOM (double), being en-suite with Bath and shower attachment over, wash hand basin and toilet. Further along is to BEDROOM 3 (double), and BEDROOM 4 (3 single beds).
Please note Bedrooms 3 & 4 share the shower room, toilet & wash basin (“Jack and Jill” style).
Bed linen and towels are included in the rental price.
OUTSIDE:
The terrace from the lounge area is a real sun trap, nice for breakfast time, and for relaxing with your aperitifs in the evening, perfect! The terrace leads to the level garden which is fenced, with established bushes. An archway of roses leads to an area of lawn for badminton and other games. We have 6 body boards (about 1 metre long), a cricket set, badminton set, various rackets, a couple of small bucket and spades, boules and bowls for outdoors and anyone is welcome to use them.
There is parking for 2 cars in the front of the property, the front door is to the side accessed via the wooden gates.
Sunloungers are available.
Mosquito nets are provided.
Gas Central heating available in the ground floor bedroom. Electric radiators in the rest of the house.
Cot and high chair on request.
For indoors, we have a selection of jigsaws and games such as monopoly, scrabble, yahtzee, uno and jenga. Also some games for younger children such as guess who, matching cards and jack straws.
Optional services
Whilst pets are generally welcome, please be aware that although the garden is enclosed by a fence, some dogs may be able to escape! It is the guest responsibility to supervise their dog at all times.
Please enquire when booking if you wish to bring your pet. Pet fee applies.
