Lake Cottage

Location, location, location! This tranquil cottage sleeps 5 (+baby) and welcomes well behaved dogs. there is a secluded garden for relaxing or eating "al fresco". It was built c1900 and is only 500 metres from Lac de Guerlédan, the largest lake in Brittany.
In Brittany you will find a varied region and landscape. From spectacular beaches with rugged coastlines to vast sandy expanses, to peaceful woods and forests and the famous Nantes-Brest Canal. All the makings of a perfect holiday!
Lake Cottage is a delightful stone cottage providing comfortable accommodation for up to 5 guests (+1 baby) and is a short walk from the popular Lac de Guerlédan, a stunning lake 7 miles long that provides an abundance of activities for couples and families of all ages.
The property is in the heart of Brittany in the hamlet of Kergoff, tucked away up a lovely lane providing beautiful views and is within walking distance (1km) to the village of Caurel. Caurel has a number of restaurants and cafe/bars and a wonderful glass making workshop and gallery where you can book a half day workshop and take home a piece of your own glass work.
The whole lake area is surrounded by the Quenecan Forest, which is privately owned by the Count, Although privately owned, the Count has has allowed pathways to be cleared through the forest, making it a walkers paradise, where you can enjoy the peace and quiet.
Near to Caurel is Bon Repos with its lovely Abbey and popular Sunday morning market.
Each year in August there is a fantastic "Son et Lumière" performed after dark telling tales of Brittany through the ages. This is followed by a spectacular firework display.
Josselin, a beautiful medieval town with a perfectly preserved, inhabited chateau, is just a 1 hour drive. Visit the chateau, the Doll Museum or just enjoy a meal in one of the many restaurants in the cobbled square.
There are many pretty Breton towns all with their own charms.
Mur de Bretagne is a small charming town only a ten minute drive away and here there are supermarkets, shops, restaurants, markets, banks, post office and church and of course the wonderful boulangeries for delicious bread and patisseries!
You can also walk or cycle into Mur de Bretagne along the cycle track close to the cottage which was once a rural railway line. It goes for about 15 km to Mur de Bretagne in one direction and 45 km in the other direction to Carhaix. The Brest/Nantes canal is about 2 miles away (it runs into and out of the lake). The tow path is flat and suitable for walking and cycling.
Further on from Mur de Bretagne is the the larger historic town of Pontivy, approximately 25 minutes drive from the cottage and here there is a large array of shops, supermarkets, restaurants and large Monday market.
A bit further away is Mont St Michel, approximately 2 hours drive, the world renowned Unesco Heritage site. Definitely worth a visit!