La Petite Longere, Fontaine Rouillee - Luxury Couples Only Gite in Cote d'Armor
Cottage with 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2, Garden
A beautiful ancient stone longhouse accessed through a traditional wide Breton arch which opens into a double height hall with exposed gnarled oak beams, that reveal some the structure of this sympathetically restored property, which now provides extremely comfortable and spacious, year round accommodation for couples.
Situated above the River Lie, La Petite Longere has magnificent views across the valley to the forest beyond; the large barbecue terrace is a wonderful spot to watch the sun go down.
The immediate area is particularly suited to cyclists, walkers, anglers and birdwatchers and is equally appealing to guests who love meandering around small medieval towns, browsing nearby markets for fresh produce and Breton crafts or sampling the delights of the local resturants and creperies. Located near the village of Plessala in an area which offers many options for sight seeing, sport, touring or relaxing; it is easily accessible via Brittany's airports or the western ports.
Downstairs double bedroom
Kitchen window seat
Living room
Breton Arched Doorway
Terrace with views
Local walk
La Petite Longere has been carefully renovated to create a charming, level, ground floor apartment for couples; with a large rear terrace opening onto a paddock with wide ranging views.
The arched entrance opens into a spacious hall with under-stair laundry area. To the left is an open plan kitchen with a sunny window seat, it is comprehensively equipped to cater for up to six. Right of the hall is a large dual aspect living room with generous dining area; there is a TV with UK free-to-air channels, DVD, well stocked bookcase, boardgames, comfy sofas and coffee table. The living room has an efficient wood burning stove, an electric panel heater and French doors leading from the seating area directly out onto the rear terrace. To the rear of the apartment is a modern shower room and an attractive double bedroom with more French doors.
The setting is perfect for barbecues, relaxing with a book and drink, watching the bird life, sketching the scenery or strolling beside the nearby river. For the more energetic there are marked cycling & rambling trails and trout fishing along the river, with pony trecking through the forest or kayaking down river also available.
La Fontaine Rouillee is close to the pretty village of Plessala which has a lake, supermarket, bank, bars and a creperie. Nearby several bustling market towns offer a range of good quality restaurants, a variety of historic sites, traditional fetes, brocantes and farmers markets. There are two large inland lakes with beaches, swimming, water sports and fishing; or just half an hour away are the beautiful north coast beaches with sandy coves, clear water & wonderful fish restaurants. Several scenic golf courses are also within easy reach, as is the historic city of Dinan; providing plenty of options for everyone to enjoy a relaxing but fulfilling holiday here.
The English owners live next door & are happy to assist guests with any queries about their stay in this beautiful, friendly area of Brittany.
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Plessala, Brittany
1 Double Bedroom. The double bedroom has plenty of storage space, an armchair, mirror, curtains, bedside tables & lamps. A modern efficient panel radiator has been fitted and a choice of duvet weights is offered.
Bathrooms:
1 Shower. Shower room has a heater, mirror with light & socket, towel rail, a stool and spotless modern sanitary ware. Bath mats are supplied; with towels available as an option for guests flying to Brittany.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine, Iron. The kitchen has a comprehensive inventory of equipment to prepare meals throughout the year, including french basics like a salad spinner and griddle and english standards such as kettle and toaster.
General:
Real Fire, House Linen, Towels Provided. Bed linen, bathmats & kitchen towels are included in the price, bath towels are optional. All main rooms have modern electric heaters, plus there is an excellent woodburner in the living room.
Dining:
Seating for 6. An oval dining table comfortably seats 6 in the living room; 2 stools in the kitchen offer seating for quick snacks & there is a hardwood table, 6 chairs & parasol on the terrace for outdoor dining.
Entertainment:
Satellite TV, DVD, Radio, Board Games. UK free-to-air television and radio channels are available via satellite; a dvd player with selection of discs is provided along with some traditional board games and a well stocked bookcase.
Outside:
Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture. From the rear BBQ terrace there are wide ranging views over a grassed paddock to the valley beyond. To the front is an open gravelled area with raised flower beds and additional bench seating.
Suitability:
Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
The longere ground floor provides a couples only apartment with french doors to a sunny rear terrace. Level access throughout means the accommodation is suitable for guests wishing to avoid stairs.
Local activities in and around Plessala, Brittany
La Fontaine Rouillee is a lovely spot for a holiday, in a friendly rural area that makes it just so easy to relax and forget all the pressures of everyday life. However the central Breton town of Loudeac is just 10 mins drive with direct access to the major routes crossing the region making any destination easily accessible for guests wishing to explore other parts of Brittany.
Plessala the local village is in an extremely scenic location with a trout lake, surrounded by a small park where local festivals are celebrated with fireworks.
Walking & cycling routes circle the commune, which the Tour de France passed through in 2006. Its situation on the River Lie means Plessala is a focal point for Anglers visiting the region, while just 3km down-river at La Prenessaye kayaks can be hired.
Nearby the beautiful town of Moncontour alternates with more famous Dinan to hold a realistic bi-annual medieval faire which is a sightseeing must as are the castles at Josselin, Cap Frehel and St Malo.
There is a large pool complex at Loudeac, but for a more local & sedate setting there is an ancient stepping-stone river crossing just upstream which is an ideal spot for a picnic or a paddle.
A wide variety of options are available locally for eating out, including traditional Breton creperies, auberges, excellent mussel & seafood restaurants, a Basque eatery, a medieval themed bistro or a formal award winning gourmet restaurant.
Many of the surrounding towns have weekly markets selling fresh farm produce and local craft goods; there are also numerous antique markets throughout the year.
The nearby North coast has stunning scenery with small rocky coves filled with sailing boats, stretches of flat golden sands and shelving inlets where mussels are farmed overlooked by open moorland.
Brittany also has several high quality golf courses, notably the international course at Val Andre, set above a very beautiful long sandy beach, just 30 minutes drive from Plessala.
Lamballe Market
Every thursday morning throughout the year. A really traditional large Breton market, used by locals to buy and sell home-made produce including farm grown vegetables & meat, fresh fish and shell-fish, plus celtic jewellery and other crafts.
La Mulette, Moncontour
The place to eat mussels. Reknown for it's vast range of moules recipes, but always having a tasty meat and fish alternative available for non-shellfish eaters. Friendly atmosphere, good wine list, not to be missed
La Roche au Cerf, Plessala
An ancient stone river crossing, reputed to still be used by deer. A magically peaceful spot to cool off on summer evenings, take a picnic, explore the ruins of the old water mill, wander down river beside the Lie for a while or just sit and relax at a place used for centuries to cross the water.
Le Vaublanc, near Plessala
A nineteenth century iron forge in a riverside beautiful setting; now used as a bakery by a religious order who are pleased to show the wood fuelled ovens to members of the public dropping by to buy one of the many varieties of stoneground bread they produce.
Centrally located Plessala is easily reached from the ports of Brittany & Normandy, or via Dinard, Rennes, Brest or Nantes airports served by Ryanair & Flybe from UK & Eire. Calais is a 5 hour drive.
Rental rates for this cottage
Price Per Week
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UK Pound
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1 Nov - 19 Dec 2008
£175.00
€210.00
$283.50
20 Dec - 2 Jan 2009
£325.00
€390.00
$526.50
3 Jan - 27 Mar 2009
£175.00
€210.00
$283.50
28 Mar - 3 Jul 2009
£275.00
€330.00
$445.50
4 Jul - 4 Sep 2009
£400.00
€480.00
$648.00
Rental Notes: There are no restrictions placed on change over days (subject to existing bookings); prices include bed linen plus normal change-over cleaning. A refundable security deposit is payable locally on arrival.
20% discount with Brittany Ferries is available for all confirmed guests!
Prices shown are per week; but we also accept bookings from September to June for periods from 3 nights to 3 months, with significant discounts for long lets – call us to discuss your requirements.
A lockable cellar is available for guests bringing cycles, fishing equipment, golf clubs or other sports gear.
The longere was renovated by the owners who now personally maintain the gite and are pleased to assist guests with any queries about the property or the area to enable them to make the most of their holiday.
For guests considering buying or living in Brittany, advice and practical assistance with purchasing and renovating property in Brittany is available as an optional additional service.
This unit is situated in or next to other properties
should you wish to holiday with a larger group.
The additional units are:
La Petite Longere, Fontaine Rouillee (Sleeps 2) - Luxury Couples Only Gite in Cote d'Armor
Just £35 per night for 3 or 4 night winter breaks - stock up on wine and enjoy a Breton Christmas market.
05 December 2008
08 December 2008
3
£105
Just £35 per night for 3 or 4 night winter breaks - stock up on wine and enjoy a Breton Christmas market.
Guestbook
"Penny & Ray - as dour northern folk I feel we ought to complain bitterly that your great gite and the weeks we had here left us with nothing to complain about!!! Enjoyed every day, sadly not enough of them, but the sun did its thing everyday and we couldn't have asked for more. Thanks for your hospitality. A la prochaine." - Martin & Julia
"Thank you for making us feel so welcome during our visit. We are sorry we could not stay for longer! Hopefully we will be back in January, look forward to seeing you again soon." - Michelle & Dave Bell
"We glided around these lovely lanes, so much more interesting than other flat boring bits of France, meeting & chattering to the friendly people; the very air smelled of apples. Thanks to our new friends Penny & Ray we came to like it so much we will be back and back, where will we stay? Here of course, this longere has everything. For golfers take your choice ... start with Val Andre, if you dare ... magic! " - Tony Porter
"10 wonderful days, no need to look at your watch, time is of no importance in this wonderful place. Penny & Ray were great hosts, we had many laughs over a bottle of wine and they put us in the right direction for many lovely places to visit. Simple pleasures like shopping for fresh sardines and new baked bread, then barbecuing the fish for a lunch we will remember forever, guarantee a wonderful holiday." - Chris & Sue Baggott
"Penny & Ray, first may we thank you for your hospitality, as well as the longere which more than met our expectations. The food & flowers welcome was much appreciated as were the several glasses of wine we enjoyed in your company. A great week, for March we had quite a bit of dry & sunny weather and some great days out; especially the walk over the River Lie. We will be back." - Kevin & Marilyn Tricker
"Hi Penny & Ray. Can't really think of anything you could impove, it was all fantastic. In particular we found your welcome pack exceptionally generous. Hope to see you again soon. " - Lynne & Dai Evans
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19 November 2007
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