Saint-Guyomard Vacation Rental farmhouse: Saint Guyomard

Substantial, stone built, 19th century farmhouse, with pool.

Description Farmhouse, 180 m²,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7, 1 Bathroom
Amenities near the ocean, rural, private pool, garden, terrace, pets considered
Rates per property
Must pay in British Pounds
£675 - £775/week 
USD Conversion - Estimated
$1,127 - $1,294/week 
John Laing
Speaks: English, French

Photos and Description of the Saint-Guyomard vacation farmhouse rental The house has 3 bedrooms, bathroom, separate shower room, sleeps 6/7.

In an elevated position in the Claie valley, between Ploermel and Vannes, (an area of outstanding natural beauty), and only 10 minutes drive from picturesque Malestroit, this sympathetically restored house, formerly a working farm, retains many original features, with oak beams, exposed stone, and a huge Breton fireplace with Clearview wood burning stove (winter use only). The property is finished to a high standard and offers quality accommadation. Resting in a small hamlet, with views over the wooded hills to the valley beyond, the house has 5000 sq.m. of well-managed grounds which lead through a woodland walk down to the banks of the Claie. It is an ideal location for nature lovers, the area boasts an abundance of wildlife, including chevreil, the local wild deer, sanglier (wild boar), buzzards, sparrow hawks, & many other species. There are many walks, nature trails and bridle paths making it a perfect base for ramblers and cyclists.
Saint-Guyomard farmhouse rental
Saint-Guyomard farmhouse rental - Pool in the orchard

Pool in the orchard

Saint-Guyomard farmhouse rental - Living room 70sq.m.

Living room 70sq.m.

Saint-Guyomard farmhouse rental - Kitchen/dining room 40sq.m.

Kitchen/dining room 40sq.m.

Saint-Guyomard farmhouse rental - Rear garden

Rear garden

Saint-Guyomard farmhouse rental - Rear garden

Rear garden

Saint-Guyomard farmhouse rental - Steps from wood up to house

Steps from wood up to house

Saint-Guyomard farmhouse rental - Gateway to the orchard

Gateway to the orchard

Location: Morbihan < Brittany < France

Nearest Airport: Rennes at 80 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: St Malo at 120 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Questembert at 12 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: N166 at 2 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 15 Kilometres
Car: necessary
Thie house stands in a rural hamlet, 4km outside the village of St Guyomard, which has a renowned artisan bakers, bar/tabac, village shop, post office and Le Marronier restaurant. Malestroit, 6km, is a lovely medieval town on the Nantes/Brest canal, with many bars and restaurants and supermarket shopping. Vannes, the old Breton capital, an ancient walled city/port is 15 minutes down the N166. To the north (20 minutes) is the famous Josselin Chateau, and Ploermel with its large lake, water sports & golf course. It is a good location for house-hunting in Brittany.

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Rental Rates for this vacation farmhouse rental in Saint-Guyomard, France

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
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spring May 1, 2010 - Jun 18, 2010 £675 - - - - - 1 Week
summer Jun 19, 2010 - Sep 4, 2010 £775 - - - - - 1 Week
autumn Sep 5, 2010 - Oct 2, 2010 £675 - - - - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • Changeover day is Saturday. Prices include electricity, gas and bed linen. Please bring towels. A refundable security deposit is required, againt loss/damage, at £200 per week.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation farmhouse rental in Saint-Guyomard, France

Property Type:
  • farmhouse

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Floor Area:
  • 180 m²

Location Type:
  • near the ocean
  • rural

Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all

General:
  • linens provided

Kitchen:
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • hob
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine

Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 7 people

Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 7 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Tub
    Bathroom 2 - Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 7 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Double, 1 Twin/ Single
    Bedroom 2 - 2 Twin/ Single, One of the beds is a fold-up type bed.
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Double
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • VCR
  • DVD

Outside:
  • parking
  • garden
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • 7 garden chairs

Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool

Suitability:
  • pets considered
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only

Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • roller blading
  • scuba diving or snorkeling

Notes: The house has its own, private, well-stocked, beautiful rear garden with patio, table and chairs and barbeque. Guests are welcome to roam in the expansive, lawned grounds and orchard, or walk through our woods, to the banks of the Claie below. The orchard is the setting for the swimming pool, a wooden framed above ground pool, 18 feet by 12 feet, and changing cabin, of which you have exclusive use. We are available if and when you need us, otherwise we will leave you in peace to enjoy your holiday. (please note the tv is for playing videos and DVD's only - there is no English or French tv reception.)

Further details for this vacation farmhouse rental in Saint-Guyomard, France

Further Details: Vannes is known as the gateway to the gulf, and has a number of boat trips around its numerous islands. To either side of Vannes the coastline is a mixture of seaside towns with broad beaches, coastal walks and more intimate, sheltered coves. To the west is Carnac and the famous standing stones, La Trinite-sur-mer (the best beaches in the area) and its large marina. Nearby there is a market almost every day, including the famous, covered market hall at Questembert. The recently completed voie-verte, runs through Malestroit and has 50km of safe cycling/ walking. Lac-au-duc (15 mins) has a water-sports centre and golf course. It is also a great area for fishing, permits are cheap and readily available. The area is also famous for music and dance, having many festivals. There is free, outdoor, live music on Friday evenings, in Malestroit, throughout the Summer. The Breton Resistance Museum is five minutes drive, and there are many other attractions/facilities within easy reach.

Reviews for this vacation farmhouse rental in Saint-Guyomard, France

Rating
5 out of 5

A tranquil experience!

fourboys essex
Review Submitted: September 6, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
What a hidden gem this holiday home is! Have just returned from a relaxing and tranquil holiday in this beautiful location. The photos do not do the property justice. We are a family of six with four boys, so were looking for a property that ticked all the boxes for all their ages! 9,8, 3 and 2. The house is well equipped with a big kitchen and dining area, which opens out onto a lovely safe garden area in which the baby and toddler were safe. Off of this via a gate there is access to an amazing orchard where the swimming pool is housed, this was ideal for our two older children to play. The geese, hens and cow added to the ambience. The owners were very kind and made you feel very welcome even down to the collection of books and videos available in the house. Great places to visit such as the lake in Ploermel and beautiful beach at Damagan. A great place to get away from it all and we would love to return.
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Rating
5 out of 5

The perfect family retreat for foodies!

Patrick and Lizzie's mum Essex, England
Review Submitted: August 20, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
We have stayed here twice now, both times in late July / early August and we have had an excellent experience: I would heartily recommend this property to any family with young children. Who couldn't be captivated by the rural idyll, where you can watch a cow saunter past the kitchen window (!) or study the hens as they wander in the orchard?

The property is well-maintained and to me is nicer than the photos here give the impression. As a family of four, we were really very comfortable. The kitchen is a real feature - not just the size but it really is exceptionally well-equipped. Which, given the property's proximity to the fabulous Monday market at Questembert and Thursday market in Malestroit, means that anyone with a strong interest in food will enjoy this place to the full. Like others, we had lunches out but generally had dinner in - ideal with small children.

The garden is very pretty - it even inspired us to grow Evening Primrose back at home. The orchard is lovely, the views spectacular (especially from the largest of the bedrooms) and the pool is ideal after a long hot day's activity at the beach or the Lac au Duc in Ploermel - which is superb for children.

John and Maureen have been gracious hosts, particularly kind to our children (chatty six year old twins). As per the listing, they are there when you need them.

There's a good selection of leaflets from the local attractions and maps of the area in the house. Also a first rate selection of books and videos (including for children) for any rainy day, along with some board games.

The surrounding countryside is very pretty - Josselin is a really quaint little town with a lovely castle; Lizio is a nice village and Malestroit has a really gentle vibe to it.

Expect to come back home refreshed, (if a little heavier!!), with a wistful thought or two of la belle France and hopes of "au revoir" rather than "goodbye". We would definitely go back.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Gloriously peaceful getaway

DPP Ash
Review Submitted: May 12, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2008
A lovely old house in a hidden away hamlet with a great pool, garden, orchard, river and acres to roam in. A short drive to a couple of villages and towns whilst the beaches and towns of the Golfe de Morbihan are half an hour away. Thoroughly recommend this house for anyone looking for a family rural getaway with access to the beach.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Idyllic cottage in small pretty hamlet!

Tony and Gill London
Review Submitted: May 11, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2008
Myself, husband, our daughter and her husband with their 2 year old child stayed for a week at the end of June 2008. The house was lovely and beautifully maintained, perfect for us all; even better than described with an extremely well equipped kitchen and lovely cosy large sitting-room. The 2 larger bedrooms were perfect for the adults and the third smaller one good for a couple of young children. We especially liked the sunny enclosed courtyard - excellent with small children, with the main large garden and pool just across a path and through a gate: this meant we didn't have to keep a constant eye on the Elsa. Even the pool which is freestanding means that small children couldn't accidentally fall in. An added plus for our granddaughter were the dogs, cats, chickens and cows! John and his wife gave a very good service - unobtrusive but at the same time very friendly and helpful when required. The area is very attractive with lots of great walks. There are lovely old towns only a short drive away. We were happy to eat in most nights, but if you want to eat out more often in the evening, then there are no restaurants really close by - the best bet is Vannes. We had some good lunches instead when sightseeing. We would definitely recommend this property to a friend and would be happy to return on another occasion. I think this property is perfect for a family with young children.
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