Two Romantic Stone Riverside Cottages in Conservation Area

Rose Cottage details

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Front garden and pool entrance

Orangery

Home description

Domaine de la Briquerie consists of 2 period detached stone cottages (1830) and a restored former hunting lodge. It is set in 2 acres of landscaped garden with scenic views over the river and surrounding countryside. It is situated on the banks of the river Vilaine and is adjacent to a long distance cycling/footpath.

The buildings share a central courtyard, heated swimming pool with roman end, indoor activities centre with table tennis, pool, babyfoot, exercise equipment and offer lots of holiday facilities for all the family both indoors and out.  The south facing swimming pool has sun loungers and is security fenced.  Outside dining areas, barbecues and furniture are also provided.  There is also a fenced childrens play area with swings, slide, etc.

These period detached cottages are next to a long distance foot/cycle path along the river Vilaine and enjoy a virtually traffic-free and tranquil location.  They offer high quality and well equipped accommodation with central heating and open fires.

The ferry port of St Malo is about 1hr 20 mins away and Caen is under 2.5 hrs easy driving.  Rennes, Nantes and Dinard airports are all within 1.5 hrs.  Nearby are forests, hills and pre-historic sites of standing stones.  Both wild and rocky coastline as well as attractive sandy beaches can also be reached in 45 mins. 

The nearest village is Langon (1.5 kilometres) and you can easily cycle to get your fresh bread and croissants for breakfast. Also in the village is an excellent butcher, general store, pharmacy and baker.  Langon also has 2 bars and there are 3 restaurants within easy reach along the quiet river road.

Whatever the time of year we are sure you will find this a very calm and peaceful setting perfect for relaxing, unwinding and getting away from it all.  Evening meals offered Saturday, Tuesday and Friday.

Accommodation detail

Rose Cottage master bedroom with river view

Rose Cottage is detached, with full central heating (radiators) and open fires, and has been totally renovated (including re-wiring and plumbing) in 2002. The laundry room with washing machine, tumble drier and sink unit is shared with Vine Cottage.

During Autumn 2004 the owners have completed an Orangerie off the courtyard that is open to guests and makes a great place to either eat lunch/dinner or just read a book and  enjoy the garden.

Rose Cottage has 3 bedrooms and sleeps 6. The ground floor is open plan. This cottage faces west.

Ground Floor

• Kitchen/dinning area - large room of 8.5 ft x 15.5’  fitted kitchen units, dishwasher, fridge and separate freezer, microwave, hob with extractor and oven, table and chairs, plenty of crockery, cutlery, glasses, cooking utensils.
• Lounge - is 14.5’ x 15.5’(approx.) with an open fire, a large sofa, armchairs, rugs and coffee table.  Period hand painted dressers, television, DVD/video and CD/radio cassette player.  Large selection of books and board games. Stairs off the lounge lead to the first floor.

First Floor

• Bedroom  1–  large with antique double bed, wardrobe, shelving, dressing table, carpeted, view onto river (room for cot) 
• En-suite shower-room, wc ,basin & walk-in shower 
• Bedroom 2  – twin beds, bedside lights, cupboard with hanging and chest of drawers (carpeted) room for cot
• Bedroom 3 - Double bed, bedside lights and tables, dressing area with hanging space and chests of drawers (carpeted)
• Landing - chest of drawers & dressing table
• Bathroom  - Bath with mixer taps, separate shower cubicle, wc and basin. 

Outside 

Patio area with table and chairs is directly outside the cottage.

The Grounds

The grounds of 2 acres are open to guests and include lawns, flower borders, rockeries, etc. 

Central courtyard has sunny and shady spots for outside dining. Tables and chairs for both cottages can be moved to anywhere in the garden.  Around the garden are additional benches and tables under trees, etc.  Plenty of sun loungers with and without cushions

Pool is heated, fenced and landscaped. There are 4 barbecues available and outdoor games such as boules, swing ball, giant snakes & ladders, treasure hunts.

There is hard standing parking within the property.

About the location

The immediate area surrounding Domaine de la Briquerie is one of rural beauty with gentle hills and woods. The river Vilaine is slow flowing and forms part of the inland route from the Atlantic to the English Channel via Rennes. During the summer there is plenty of interest with the boats that use the route.  The river is teeming with wildlife and there are coypu as well as the rarer otter. There is also lots of interesting birdlife with egrets, kingfishers, buzzards and Hoopoes which can all be seen locally. If you are lucky you will also hear the nightingales sing during the late spring early summer. 

La Gacilly – home of Yves Rocher and within 20 mins drive. This town is very picturesque with lots of interesting shops, artisans, bars and restaurants also a factory shop of Yves Rocher products. There is a map of La Gacilly in the Cottage. (A good trip to combine with Rochefort en Terre although it will be hard to choose which restaurant to have lunch at.)

Rochefort en Terre - within 40 mins drive it is a small medieval city perched on a rocky spur and surrounded by deep valleys within a 30 mins drive. There are lots of shops, art galleries, restaurants and other places of interest. 

Loheac – within 15 mins drive this village is the home of the largest motor museum in France with over 300 vehicles of all ages. There is also a go-kart track and the village centre has some very interesting period bars and restaurant.

Redon – market on Monday in the centre, confluence of two major rivers and a pleasure port.  Some very nice cafes/restaurants in the old town on the island. A very large hypermarket Leclerc in Redon great for shopping to take home.

Pennestin –within 1 hrs drive this is on the coast and is famous for its beach ‘mine d’or’ these are sand cliffs that shine like gold in the sunshine – the swimming is good here but expect crowds in August. The mussels here are very famous and tasty and they can be bought from the quayside at Trehiguier. There is a map of the area in the Gite

La Roche Bernard – very charming town where the Villaine meets the sea. It is like Dartmouth and is very picturesque with the boats and the ancients buildings climbing up the hillside. (A good place to combine with Pennestin)
   
Le Jardin Anglais, Porte de Roche, Langon (3 kilometres) - originally created by Alan Mason and featured on Channel 4s Gardens without Borders the Jardin Anglais has changed ownership and is now open again to the public.  It is about 6 acres of very varied garden with an outstanding Rose garden and a series of water gardens.  It is open every day except Friday and charges a small admission 

Megaliths at St Just - within 15 mins drive these fascinating standing stones are well worth a visit. 

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

Activities near by

Badminton, Ballooning, Billiards, Boating, Boules, Canoeing, Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Gourmet dining, Hiking, Horse riding, Kayaking, Rambling, Riverside activities, Sightseeing, Swimming, Table tennis, Walking

See Activities and attractions for more information on nearby activities and places of interest.

How to get here

For full directions please contact the owner.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.