Near Josselin and Ploërmel, spacious, rural farmhouse, large, private gardens

Near Josselin and Ploërmel, spacious, rural farmhouse, large, private gardens

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Lunchtime at La Coudraie
La Coudraie
Hall
The Kitchen
Kitchen - Dining Area

Overview of Near Josselin and Ploërmel, spacious, rural farmhouse, large, private gardens

8.6 out of 10 Excellent

Check out the area

Guillac, Bretagne
  • Popular LocationBasilique Notre-Dame-du-Roncier7 min drive
  • Popular LocationJosselin Chateau7 min drive
  • Popular LocationTourism Office of the Ploërmel Community: Josselin Site7 min drive
  • AirportLorient (LRT-Lorient - South Brittany)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Near Josselin and Ploërmel, spacious, rural farmhouse, large, private gardens

La Coudraie, about 5km from Josselin, lies amongst fields and woods but is also close to the village of Guillac. The house may be ancient but the accommodation has been brought tastefully up-to-date without hiding its rustic origins. It now provides an ideal base for relaxation and for exploring Brittany.
The fully-equipped farmhouse kitchen has a wood-burner, sofa seating and dining space. There is a full oven and hob, a microwave oven, a toaster, dishwasher and a washing machine as well as a range of cooking utensils. French doors lead to the garden on the east side of the house and the al fresco dining space by the stone-built BBQ. The hall leads to a large living room which has a log-burner, very comfortable seating and a DVD player and screen. There is a downstairs WC off the hall. French doors here lead out onto the south side of the house. Up on the first floor there is a double bedroom, a family bathroom and a second double bedded room. On the second floor there’s another, cosy, double bedroom, a larger, twin-bedded room and a second full bathroom.
The large, mature gardens provide discrete sunny and shady areas to sit with a drink and a book but also plenty of space to play hide-and-seek!
La Coudraie is only 5 minutes by car from the attractions and shops of Josselin or Ploërmel, but Guillac itself has an excellent bakery.
Our farmhouse at La Coudraie is a fascinating old building dating back to the 17th century. We believe it was once a prosperous 'Manoir' connected to a nearby monastery. Dykes and lanes through local woods lead away from the house into unspoiled countryside, ideal for exploring, especially on foot. The house lies at the end of a short, no-through lane, so there is no passing traffic. The gardens are easy to relax in. During the last few years we have modernised the interior as sympathetically as possible and adapted the indoor spaces to make it into comfortable holiday hideaway. However, it is also well placed for wider exploration of Brittany and its varied charms.
The clean, sandy beach at the freshwater Lac au Duc near Ploërmel is around 10 minutes away and is a great alternative to the coast if you want to while away time by the water's edge. The French sailing school has a branch based at the lake. It is well equipped with dinghies and catamarans, wind-surf-boards and canoes; these are all available for hire as well. You could also take a water-skiing lesson, go fishing or perhaps just stroll quietly along the renowned Hortensia Walk on the far shore, a safe distance from the 9 hole golf course!
Attractions within 30 minutes of La Coudraie are fantastically varied. They include a zoo, a 'dinosaur park', a sculpture park, a go-carting track, woodland walks, the Nantes-Brest Canal, an Insectarium, a 2nd World War Resistance Museum and a clock museum. The nearby, wooded region of Brocelliande transports you into Arthurian legends of Merlin and Guinevere.
Also within easy reach by road is the sheltered Gulf of Morbihan where the sailing centre of Vannes can open up vast possibilities. Just beyond Vannes are megalithic sites and the wonderful beaches of Carnac. The Quiberon Peninsula with its spectacular coastline, sandy bays and rock pools, provides an attractive contrast to the bustle of the seaside towns.
Central Brittany has testing golf courses plus opportunities for cycling, horse-riding, fishing, hiking and driving amongst many other holiday pursuits.
Brittany is also a paradise for sea-food lovers. The local markets will provide you, or your chosen restaurant, with the pick of that morning's catch. Good eateries are everywhere; the hospitality and the local cider are very good indeed!

Property manager

Richard Smith

Amenities

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please keep the house clean and tidy. Please keep the work surfaces in the kitchen dry. Please clean and put-away kitchen equipment before you leave

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Guillac

Located in Guillac, this farm stay is in a rural area and near the beach. Seat of Merlin and Paimpont Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Brittany Park of Prehistory and Yves Rocher Botanical Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Roncier - 7 min drive
  • Josselin Chateau - 7 min drive
  • Tourism Office of the Ploërmel Community: Josselin Site - 7 min drive
  • Golf du Lacauduc - 7 min drive
  • Musee du Poete Ferrailleur - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Ploërmel Station - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crêperie du Centre - 9 min drive
  • Bar Tabac le Bretagne - 8 min drive
  • Lac au Duc - 10 min drive
  • Bowling du Lac - 8 min drive
  • Restaurant les chevaliers - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Near Josselin and Ploërmel, spacious, rural farmhouse, large, private gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Near Josselin and Ploërmel, spacious, rural farmhouse, large, private gardens?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Josselin and Ploërmel, spacious, rural farmhouse, large, private gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Near Josselin and Ploërmel, spacious, rural farmhouse, large, private gardens located?

Situated near the beach, this farm stay is within 6 miles (10 km) of Musee de Poupees, Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Roncier and Tourism Office of the Ploërmel Community: Josselin Site. Josselin Chateau and Golf du Lacauduc are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

7.0/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

RCOH g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
bon sejour
Bonne prestation

8/10 Good

jerome h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Spacieux et bien fleuri
Logement agrable, grande cuisine, grand séjour. Escaliers peu adaptés à de jeunes enfants. TV sans antenne, limité à la lecture de dvd.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

fabienne r.

Une maison charmante
Une maison pleine de charme et agréable bien qu'un peu humide. Notre séjour (3 jours) s'est bien déroulé. Il manquait juste du café pour le premier matin !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H., Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY

Charming home, relaxing stay!
We rented this house for two weeks in August and it was wonderful. The house itself is charming, comfortable, and very well-equipped. It has both modern touches (new bathrooms, Ikea kitchen, washer/dryer) and medieval charm (low beams, thick stone walls, fireplace in kitchen which we lit every morning). There were bikes, games, and a great collection of books and DVDs (all in English) to enjoy. We introduced our kids (ages 9 and 7) to badminton and backgammon which we played in the orchard. And we cooked amazing meals on the stone grill with food we bought at local markets. The area is peaceful and relaxing, but also close to some interesting sites. We spent a lot of time in Josselin and Ploermel, and took day trips to the coast. The Nantes-Brest canal is wonderful for bike riding and our kids enjoyed working the locks and watching the house boats pass by. There were also lots of local festivals to enjoy. Brittany is beautiful, kid-friendly, and so easy to navigate and explore. And the food and drink is divine!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah T.

Lovely peaceful place, close to good facilities
I stayed here with my family a couple of years ago, before it was listed on this website. I'm very pleased to see it here! It is a really lovely characterful property, very comfortable, with lots of outside space for children to play, even a wooded area. I remember a great stone-built barbeque too. We had a lovely week - there is a lot to do in the area and Josselin itself is very charming, with places to eat, shops, and everything you need for an enjoyable break. We didn't coincide with live Breton music that time, but it is one of my ambitions to do so (I bought some fantastic music CDs in a local shop). It's also not that far from beaches if you want sea and sand. Just checking my diary, and I want to come back this summer. Good luck with the new website!

About the host

Hosted by Richard Smith

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Our family came to La Coudraie in 2003 having searched for a home from home for some time. Our 3 children spent long summer holidays with us in the house which gave them plenty of adventures, both indoors and in the gardens. Their holiday memories were made at La Coudraie.
We still live most of the year in the UK, working mainly in the education world. We have adapted and renovated the house, retaining most of its charm but modernising tastefully, so that it provides a peaceful rural retreat from the faster-paced life most people lead.
Our children are now more independent but they all still look forward to spending time with us and with their friends at La Coudraie.

Why they chose this property

The house has a history which dates back to the 17th century. It is built of typical locally sourced stone, formed into dry-stone walls, around 1 metre thick. Wooden beams tie the walls together and support the wood plank floors of the first floor. The tiled ground floor was bare earth until about 30 years ago, we gather. A large, slate roof covers the house.
We believe our house was originally 3 small cottages, in an L-shaped formation, with several more cottages attached, enclosing a courtyard with a piggery and space for more livestock outdoors and indoors! Families and their animals would have inhabited adjacent ground-floor spaces. The first floor would have been for storage of grain or hay, not usually for humans to sleep. Cupboard beds at the side of the living room would have been used, since the cooking fire would have kept that room the warmest.
More recently the gardens were planted with many flowering shrubs and with grape vines. The orchard has fruit and nut trees, walnut, chestnut and coppiced hazel and there was a productive vegetable garden. Nowadays the garden is much more for recreational use and relaxation.

What makes this property unique

The house and gardens are old, spacious and full of character. It is a tranquil place to relax, enjoy the quiet of the countryside, the clean air and the natural surroundings. La Coudraie provides an antidote to the faster pace of everyday life. We love the building and its setting off the beaten track. It is also close to a fascinating region of France where history and traditions are rich and there is always something to discover and explore. The area is laced with footpaths and cycleways all well-mapped. The river Oust flows past our village of Guillac and forms part of the Nantes-Brest canal. From the village the flat tow-path leads past canal locks and a riverside crèperie towards Josselin and its spectacular château on the river-bank about 5km away. Day-boat hire is available at Josselin.
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