Brittany Cottages

Holiday Cottages in Brittany

Welcome to Brittany    

One of the most popular holiday regions in France, Brittany, on France’s north-west coast, pushes out into the Atlantic and is renowned for its fantastic watersports, Neolithic remains, spas, sumptuous food, heritage and picturesque islands dotted just off the Breton coast.  A welcoming self catering Brittany country cottage is a great and affordable way to enjoy this super part of France.

Ille-et-Vilaine just to the north of the region’s first city Rennes with its great Cathedral, surrounded by lush countryside and half timbered houses of medieval towns and villages.  On this ‘Emerald Coast’ you’ll find the walled city and granite houses of the port of Saint-Malo; Dinard, a vibrant seaside resort sometimes called the ‘Brighton of France’ and you’re within reach of beautiful Mont Saint Michel – Frances most popular tourist attraction outside Paris.

The Côtes d’Armor, (country of the sea) Brittany’s country cottages are by a coastline that is a fantastic mix of sandy bays, hidden coves, picturesque harbour towns, dunes and dramatic cliffs.  Plus, around Brittany’s coast line are scattered little islands reachable by boats offering superb beaches, tranquillity and wildlife.  Second only to the beaches of the Côte d’Azur in popularity, the Côtes d’Armor is empty by comparison. Finistere continues this gorgeous coastal theme but sadly missed out on a romantic nick name!  The département of Morbihan and Loire Atlantique too offer picturesque islands off the mainland, medieval towns and many ancient historic sites including Carnac’s standing stones. 

Things to do in Brittany

Feast your eyes and your stomachs in this rich and colourful region.  With a wealth of watersports and outdoor activities you can be as busy as you like then relax on Brittany’s gorgeous beaches, enjoy a seawater spa or wander her ancient sites and medieval towns and villages.

If you like castles visit the town of Fougeres with its fabulous castle, Saint–Malo’s ramparts that kept out the pirates and the pottery and daily market at Quimper further to the south. Walkers and wildlife lovers head for the Crozon Peninsula and enjoy the many coastal and inland trails. 

Golfers will enjoy the diverse range of courses available, and why not try something a little different?  There are around 120 sailing schools on Brittany’s coast line to introduce you to the thrill and sea spray out on the Atlantic.  Plus, the many boat cruises and trips out to the idyllic offshore islands that leave from Brittany’s wealth of marinas.  There are also barge trips on the inland western rivers and canals from which to explore the medieval towns en route.

For full on family fun and a well earned break on the beautiful beaches of this region, check out Audierne for sand and beach trips, Benodet for pedaloes and Carnac for two of Frances’ best beaches: La Grande Plage and St. Colomban.  Don’t miss too the nearby Neolithic standing stones and, throughout Brittany, the mouth watering crêpes, aquariums, zoos, theme parks and nature reserves.