'Swallowtails':
The open ground floor boasts massive oak beams and lime-washed stone walls. To the right of the studded oak door you will find a traditional Breton granite fireplace with wood burning stove in a cosy sitting area with French windows opening to the garden. To the left the kitchen and dining area, in 1930s style, is well-equipped with cookware and tableware, gas cooker, refrigerator, microwave oven and double sink.
A central staircase leads to an airy upstairs landing and one double bedroom and one twin bedroom, both with oak beams, furnished with modern beds and comfortable mattresses, bedside lights, mirrors, hanging space and drawers. Duvets, English style pillows and matching bed linen are provided (although no bedding is provided for the travel cot). Shower room with toilet and washbasin, towels and mat provided. There are electric radiators throughout the property.
The garden & surrounding area:
Outside, to the rear and within the one acre garden, is a separate garden area of around 150 square metres for your exclusive use, with grassed area, patio with picnic table and gas barbecue overlooking landscaped pond. There is plenty of off road parking for your car.
In summer, you will soon realise why the house is named 'Swallowtails'. The courtyard is busy with swallows who have nested here for years and many other birds. You may also be lucky enough to see the barn owl who is your next door neighbour!
We are surrounded by working farmland offering short walks. The River Hyeres is just two minutes away down a farm track - and you are on the border of Finistere. Also within walking distance are the relais routier at Sainte Catherine and the friendly bar at Treffrin. A third bar and relais doubles as village shop - ideal for your breakfast bread or croissants.
Your hosts - Ann & Rex:
We bought the manor in 2001 and have lived here permanently since 2002. We grow all our own vegetables and fruit and you may well find a gift of seasonal produce left on your front doorstep to tempt you.
We are passionate about Brittany, very involved in it's dance, it's music and its traditions, so you can be sure of an enthusiastic welcome. As we work here, we will be too busy to get under your feet, but will be on hand if needed. As we live here, we can probably save you valuable holiday time by matching our knowledge of the area to your particular interests and providing itineraries.
You only have to ask...
Other Activities:
Traditional music & dance events, cinema, theatre, exhibitions, major rock festival.
