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Charming one bed gite beside canal and lovely old Village in beautiful area

Riverfront cottage with kitchenette and patio

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Charming one bed gite beside canal and lovely old Village in beautiful area provides amenities like golfing on site and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling, boating, and kayaking at this cottage. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming one bed gite beside canal and lovely old Village in beautiful area

Perfect for couples seeking something “special “this snug little cottage is the perfect rural retreat.Beautifully positioned ,right beside the famous Nantes / Brest canal, the property sits in the middle of a small terrace of cottages dating back to Napoleonic times when the canal was built. Today the cottage has been updated to modern standards but still retains immense appeal, full of character and charm with its old beamed ceiling and open fireplace. With lovely views over the canal and beyond the patio doors open onto a terrace with table and chairs. Steps take you down to a small garden laid mainly to lawn where you can follow the sun around from dawn to dusk. A gate then directly opens onto the tow path and canal from where you can walk in minutes to the village,over the canal, past the grand manor and into the heart of the village. A real advantage is that the loverly village of Gouarec can cater for most of your requirements all within easy walking distance , without going further afield. Exploring near- by you can take a walk or bike ride [which can be hired locally] along the canal to enjoy the countryside and other villages along the way. Apart from exploring the beautiful waterway, the canal offers canoeing and fishing right on your doorstep. The pretty little village of Gouarec is just a very short stride away across the bridge or lock. It sits where the River Blavet runs through it to converge with the canal close to the cottage. The canal is no longer a working waterway but occasionally small boats and canoeists glide pass . It's popular for fishing and with occasional horse riders, cyclists and walkers using the tow-path, its a great spot for just watching and relaxing over aperitifs .Built of old Bretton stone the village offers traditional bars, a pizzeria, creparie, patisserie and antique shop. Recently built is a municipal indoor swimming pool, again within walking distance. This pretty little village offers everything you need without ever needing to travel and retains a pace of life that is there to be enjoyed. But for anyone wanting to seriously explore Briittany the cottage is the perfect location. Right in the centre of Brittany, midway between Rostrennen and Mur-de- Brettagne just off the N164 the cottage is ideally situated. Apart from the canal and amazing countryside , just 10 mins away by car is the beautiful lac De Guerleden ,Brittany’s largest lake , its the perfect spot for swimming and water sports but the area also offers extensive trails for walking and cycling. . .South of the lake is the forest of Quénécan, an area known as ‘Swiss Brittany’, which covers about 11 square miles. The Quénécan forest and Abbaye de Bon Repos are not to be missed.Wherever you go , near or far almost anywhere is within 2 hours drive time, for instance to Renne in the West, Brest in the east, Roscoff in the North and Quimper in the South and everywhere in between! Located in the beautiful Cotes d'amour the cottage is also virtually on the border with the Department of Morbihan with its vast gulf, beaches and sea foods, within an easy day trip to the south of Gouarec.You won't be short of things to do and places to go. Beaches north and south, beautiful countryside to explore and wonderful walks or cycle rides .. Whether you like to relax and forget the car ,'take it easy' or prefer a more action packed holiday, this little cottage offers it all , where you can really experience' true' Brittany.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Plélauff, Bretagne

What's nearby

  • L'Abbaye Notre Dame de Bon Repos - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Lake Guerlédan - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Forges des Salles - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Quenecan Forest - 14 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Drukpa Plouray - 32 min drive - 32.4 km

Getting around

  • Carhaix Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snack De Guerledan - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Le Celtic - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Mie Plounevezienne - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ty Mane Gwen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Roulotte - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming one bed gite beside canal and lovely old Village in beautiful area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming one bed gite beside canal and lovely old Village in beautiful area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Charming one bed gite beside canal and lovely old Village in beautiful area located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of L'Abbaye Notre Dame de Bon Repos, Lake Guerlédan, and Forges des Salles. Quenecan Forest and Chapelle Notre-Dame de Pitié are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Charming one bed gite beside canal and lovely old Village in beautiful area Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little gite right on canal

Great position. Very cosy but had everything we needed. Instructions needed for visitors please in property. Restaurants nearby were disappointing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for biking along canal

Charming small cottage. Great location for biking. TV didn’t seem to work - for non tech people like us instructions in a folder would be nice! Good stock of dvd’s.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul K., Berridale, Australia

Cozy cottage in ideal location

Chris and Diane’s cottage is perfectly located for walking, cycling or driving a beautiful region of Brittany. We chose it for its proximity to the canal de Nantes-Brest cycling path and the Velo 6. The village has all you need. The cottage is charming, well-equipped and very comfortable. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare any meal you desire. For a quiet stay in a convenient location it was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you need for an enjoyable holiday.

The house is small but contains everything you might need. The location is spot on, with the Canal at the bottom of the garden and the the village over the bridge. There are several good bars and restaurants in the village with friendly staff and locals. The surrounding countryside is lovely. We did several canal side walks to Pleulaff ( 6km round trip ) and also to Abbaye Bon Repos (10km ). Pleulaff has a nice cafe for refreshments before returning. The Cafe Abbaye is a great bar and also an excellent restaurant. Can recommend the house and area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

John C.

Peaceful idyllic setting

Fabulous two weeks in this delightful cottage. Although small, very comfortable and immaculate with quirky rustic design and charm. The small kitchen area however, did present a challenge preparing meals due to the very limited worktop space, but certainly didn't spoil or stay. We made good use of the terrace and small garden areas thanks to the fabulous weather during our visit and ate often on the terrace. Very relaxing in such a peaceful setting by the side of the canal and handy local shopping and dinning within just a few minutes walk, which, we made good use of. Had some very enjoyable walks along the canal towpath. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting a quiet peaceful getaway. Would definitely consider returning.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

David M., Wimborne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Holiday

We enjoyed 12 days in this very small town. It is very quiet although people walking and cycling past on the canal towpath are a welcome feature. The campsite almost opposite (across the canal) hires out bikes and boats and handles enquiries in English. It is a very small gite, essentially 1 up and 1 down but this was more than adequate space. Some information was not quite up to date and despite the listing there is NO wifi - the owner had made that clear beforehand. However there is passable mobile signal so data can be used. The owners were most helpful and live there for much of the year.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brittany cosy cottage

We were looking for a place to stay as a base for cycling, walking and kayaking. We certainly found it in this lovely well equipped cottage. The cottage is compact but has a good kitchen and comfortable lounging area. The shower and bathroom was suitable for us. The little terrace area was lovely for evenings sipping wine or having breakfast on. The small garden led straight on to the Nantes to Brest canal path which forms part of the Velo 6 route. We were also able to launch the kayak from the small pontoons near us. The cycle routes took you through lovely countryside and the roads were fairly quiet when we did go on them. The village has a good shop, and various restaurants. There was a lovely little market on the Friday. Everyone was very friendly. The owners communicated with us prior to our stay and left helpful instructions on how to use wifi,tv etc. We would definitely go again.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernd K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Für zwei Personen völlig ausreichend

Wir haben uns erholt. Man kann von dort sehr gut die ganze Bretagne erkunden. Wir haben viele sehenswerte Orte gesehen. In der Unterkunft war alles Notwendige vorhanden.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sébastien H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un écrin

Une très jolie petite maison, à l'ameublement pensé avec soin, où chaque chose est à sa place. Un séjour très agréable dans une très belle région.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing spot

Very cosy cottage which worked well. The canal and village provide a beautiful setting.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gut

Sehr guter Ausgangspunkt für Erkundung der Gegend, reizender Ort, kleines Haus aber bequem.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Très bon séjour

Maison très agréable
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

a wonderful little house in a perfect location at the channel Nantes a Brest. Very picturesque.

very good and versatile - from the ocean and the landscape to the culture and the history.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bezaubernd und top stationiert

Wir hatten 2 wundervolle Wochen hier und haben uns saumäßig wohl gefühlt. Es war alles sehr stimmig, ganz nach de Beschreibung. Manche fänden es zu klein, aber die Wohnung hat ihren Charme und alles nötige was man braucht. Direkt am Kanal lud es zum Fahrradfahren ein. Aber auch die kleinen Dorffeste waren einfach zu nett, wenn man nicht den Riesentrubel braucht, sondern eher auf nette Begegnungen und auf eine kleine gemütliche Atmosphäre Wert legt. Wir konnten Ausflüge in alle Richtungen machen, was zwar etwas Fahrtzeit kostet, aber sehr vielseitig dadurch ist. Wir haben alles sehr genossen. Vielen herzlichen Dank!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Philip B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

we made the stay enjoyable in spite of the property.

The property photos do not relate to the actual fact - this is a very small property - it is a very old building - and in no way could be classed as modern or even close to being up to date-the situation of the property alongside the Canal is fantastic - touristy places nearby are great - the N164 is an absolute dream of a road - it is however cheap.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Gilles A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Une maison trop petite / a too small house

La maison est très bien située, juste à côté du canal avec de multiples possibilités de randonnées à pied ou en vélo. Par contre, elle est petite voire étriquée en raison d’une surcharge de meubles et bibelots, un étage en soupente, d’une douche trop étroite, d’une cuisine où l’évier est trop bas et où on se cogne la tête contre les étagères ou les casseroles suspendues. Par ailleurs, les chaussures laissées sèches la veille au rez-de-chaussée se retrouvent humides à l’issue de la nuit. The house is very well located, right next to the canal with multiple possibilities for hiking or cycling. On the other hand, it is small or even cramped due to an overload of furniture and trinkets, upstairs a bedroom with sloping ceilings, a shower that is too narrow, a kitchen where the sink is too low and where you bangs head against hanging shelves or pans. In addition, shoes left dry the day before on the ground floor will be damp at the end of the night.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dominique L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe maison au bord du canal

Nous avons passé 6 jours dans une maison magnifique, très bien équipée et décorée avec beaucoup de goût. Tout est prévu pour se sentir bien au calme. Les propriétaires très disponibles sans être présents. Je recommande vivement et nous y reviendront. Un petit restaurant juste à côté où tout le monde est très aimable. Nous sommes allés à pied le long du canal à Bonrepos. Nous avons fait la randonnée des Chaos du Goût et le lac de Guerlédan et le barrage sans oublier Quimper et sa cathédrale et la vieille ville. Voilà un très bon séjour dans les Côtes d'Armor Bonne continuation dans votre activité et avec votre charmante voisine
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Frank J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Hübsches Haus am Kanal in einem netten Dorf

Das Haus ist liebevoll eingerichtet aber sehr klein. Ich (2m) hatte leichte Probleme mit der Dusche. Das Haus ist mit allem ausgestattet, was man braucht. Die Lage ist sehr schön. Leider ist um das Dorf herum wenig interessantes.

10/10 Excellent

Etienne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good holidays

Small cottage in a very nice village ant not too fat from many touristic sites.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bettina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

charmantes kleines Haus am Kanal

Charmantes kleines Häuschen mit allem , was man braucht (wenn man denn den WLAN-Schlüssel findet :-) ). Sehr freundliche Kommunikation mit dem Vermieter, alles sehr unkompliziert, umfangreiche Infos zum Haus und Umgebung, gute Lage für Fahrradtouren am Kanal, nette Lokale mit sehr gutem Essen im Ort. Für einen ruhigen, erholsamen Urlaub sehr zu empfehlen.

10/10 Excellent

Tina O.

As advertised, the property is compact, but that suited us fine.

We had a great stay - only four days, but we managed to do lots of cycling which was our main reason for going. We loved the canal and the voire vert.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Brian L.

Peaceful cottage by the canal

A very comfortable stay in a charming little gite.It had everything you needed for a most restful break. The village was convenient,the neighbours were charming and the strolls along the canal were a delight. Thankyou for a lovely holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

Fantastic Relaxing Holiday!

I would highly recommend this lovely little cottage to anyone. The location beside the canal is absolutely perfect. The village is full of very friendly people and everything that you need for a relaxing break is close at hand. Would I go back again, DEFINITELY!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Seanne G.

A lovely little cottage situated beside the Nantes-Brest Canal and on the very edge of Gouraec

The cottage is situated on the edge of the village of Gouraec which has a small supermarket, a boulangerie and three restaurants all within a less than five minutes walk. The creperie is well worth a visit. It's great for walking and cycling, the country lanes have very little traffic. This was our second visit and we would go again. This is a great place to go to if you want to get away from it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

susan s.

Comfy and convenient

We really like the Cottage. It was well equipped and very comfortable. A nice place to wind down after a long day of sightseeing. The only downside is that none of the restaurants or cafes in town were open while we were there. We were sad not to get the local flavor, but still very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017