Property Description

Stay in our lovely cottage in the tiny hamlet of La Ruelmain at the edge of the beautiful Vilaine valley with its wide skies and ever changing colours. It is on a slight rise where water meadows (marais) meet the woodland and farms of the commune of St Dolay. These ancient stone houses date from the 16th century. Our cottage, with 3ft thick walls, few windows, and shutters - typical of this region of hot summers and stormy winters - has been lovingly restored in tune with the beauty and simplicity of iys surroundings. It is perfect for couples who want to 'get away from it all' and has room for children. On the location map, St Dolay is almost centre screen and La Ruelmain is between there and the Vilaine.

There are stunning views across the Vilaine. Ten years ago it was a tumbledown farm cottage, with an earth floor; a virtue was made of the need to renovate all the timbers and its beams and gallery now make it an unusual and tranquil place to stay.

Local Area Information

Local towns for main shopping are La Roche Bernard (market day Thursday) and Redon (market day Monday), charming and ‘typical’ small French towns. Redon has several supermarkets and a cinema. Nearest shops are at St. Dolay (5 km) with mairie, bars, small supermarket, butcher, boulangerie, garage and pharmacy.

Things to do
Chill out in the gardens.
Fishing, boating and swimming in the Vilaine.
Eat at any of several good restaurants in Redon and La Roche Bernard.
Walk and cycle freely from La Ruelmain along tracks, paths and quiet country lanes.
Bike and canoe hire in and around Redon.
Paint.
Birdlife comprises larks, peewits, several sorts of owl, and other birds of prey.
Sea and beaches at La Baule (crowded), Penestin, Le Croisic and Golfe du Morbihan.
The Nantes - Brest Canal passes through Redon.
Things to eat
From the shops: fish, vegetables that taste, mead (chouchen), local cider
At restaurants: crepes, galettes, moules frites
From our gardens: figs, grapes, raspberries, walnuts, apples, herbs
From the land: chestnuts, mushrooms, sloes, blackberries
La Ruelmain is in an excellent cycling area, with quiet country roads and tracks, gentle hills and level routes by rivers and canals - cycling for softies.

Places to visit
Golfe du Morbihan (50 km); La Baule (40 km); La Roche Bernard (12 km); Nantes (75 km); Redon (18 km); Vannes (52 km).

Property Features

* Close to a golf course
* Pets are allowed
* Children are allowed

Accommodation and Facilities Summary

Theme	Away from it all
Accommodation	Changeover Day Wed, Size: Spacious, Accommodation Type: Self Catering
Suitability	Non Smoking Only, Children Welcome, Family Oriented
Outside	Outside Tap, Garage, Garden, Private Swimming Pool, Terrace, Parking, Patio, Barbecue, Barbecue Area
Location	Remote Location, In the Country, Distance to Airport 50-100km, Distance to local restaraunts 3-5km, Distance to convenience store 3-5km, Distance to beach >5km, By the sea
Local Area	The local town is Sleepy, Distance to Local Town Centre 4km, Restaurants, Quiet Bars and Pubs
Local Activities	Water Sports, Snorkelling, Nearby Zoo, Water Park, Windsurfing, Walking, Swimming, Sailing, Mountain Biking, Horse Riding, Golf, Fishing, Cycling
Living Room	Fireplace, Armchairs 2, Sofas 1, Seating for 6 People
Laundry	Ironing Board, Iron, Towels Provided, Linen Provided, Washing Machine Provided, Laundry Service Provided
Kitchen	Toaster, Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Oven, Hob, Washing Machine, Microwave, Crockery & Cutlery Provided, High Chair Available
General	Telephone
Dining	Seating for 6 People, Dining room table
Heat/Cooling	Electric Heaters
Bedroom	Twins 1, Singles 1, Doubles 1
Bathroom	Shower Rooms 1, Toilets 1, Bathrooms 1

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