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Peaceful rural retreat

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Exterior
Beach
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fireplace, DVD player, ping pong, books
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 570 sq m

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Saint-Hélen, Bretagne
  • Popular LocationChateau de Dinan9 min drive
  • Popular LocationLes Remparts de Dinan9 min drive
  • Popular LocationDinan Clock Tower12 min drive
  • AirportRennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques)40 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

We stayed in this delightful cottage in September, definitely ‘a peaceful rural retreat’. It is full of original feature...
Brian B.
Sept 17, 2022

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful rural retreat

A much loved and delightful retreat in the beautiful Brittany countryside. This delightful cottage is full of personal touches and has been enjoyed by couples and families aswell as family and friends. It is within 10 minutes of the medieval town, Dinan and 20 minutes from stunning coast. Relax in the garden late into long, warm summer evenings or get cosy in front of the wood burner after romantic walks. A lovely place to return to.

Property manager

Miranda Janie

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 753 sq ft (70 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Peaceful Rural Retreat Cottage
Peaceful Rural Retreat Saint-Helen
Peaceful Rural Retreat Cottage Saint-Helen

About the area

Saint-Helen

Located in Saint-Helen, this cottage is in a rural area. Saint Sauveur Church and Les Remparts de Dinan are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mont Saint-Michel Bay and Grève de Garel. Travelling with kids? Consider Zoological Park & Bourbansais Castle and Hac Castle. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Chateau de Dinan - 9 min drive
  • Les Remparts de Dinan - 9 min drive
  • Saint Sauveur Church - 9 min drive
  • Eglise Saint-Malo de Dinan - 11 min drive
  • Dinan Clock Tower - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Saint-Samson-sur-Rance La Hisse Station - 8 min drive
  • Dinard (DNR-Dinard - Pleurtuit - Saint-Malo) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Terrasses - 12 min drive
  • Le Cochon Grille - 12 min drive
  • L'Absinthe - 13 min drive
  • Bords de Rance - 10 min drive
  • Creperie du Port - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful rural retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful rural retreat ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful rural retreat ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful rural retreat located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Port of Dinan, Saint Sauveur Church, and Chateau de Dinan. Les Remparts de Dinan and Eglise Saint-Malo de Dinan are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We stayed in this delightful cottage in September, definitely ‘a peaceful rural retreat’. It is full of original features and well equipped with everything that you might need for your stay. Comfy beds, a good kitchen/lounge area, complete with secluded garden for outside dining. We found plenty of places to eat out in nearby Lanvallay but would recommend not travelling into Rennes by car! Visiting the beautiful St Malo is a must.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terence P.

A really lovely, peaceful place to spend a few days.
A lovely well appointed cottage. The bedrooms were even nicer than the photos portrayed. The kitchen was well stocked with the basics plus a super welcome basket. We spent a long time reading in the garden which, again, was very pleasant. And, on top of everything, there is a friendly, resident cat.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jacky H.

Beautiful Brittany Gite
We had a wonderful 3 night stay in this lovely gite. It was very clean and well-equipped, with everything one might need. The garden is just beautiful and we enjoyed reading and playing table tennis every afternoon/eve. Such a lovely area with so much to see and do. We will definitely be returning to this area and, hopefully, this gite again. The hosts were very helpful as well and responded quickly. Many thanks for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Lovely cottage, beautiful rural location, fantastic hosts
We had a fantastic week here. The cottage was very comfortable and only a short drive to many of the area's major attractions. Our hosts were extremely welcoming and ensured we had everything we needed including bikes, which was a nice surprise for us. We spent a great day biking to Dinar with the kids and wondering the streets. We highly recommend Whileaway cottage - it is a wonderful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

nadine l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Un vrai bonheur
Une charmante maison cosy avec un adorable jardin . Située dans un hameau , un vrai petit paradis.C'est calme .Et la region est tres belle. Nous avions un mariage au chateau de la guerche, ideal comme pied à terre.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maud T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retraite paisible confirmée 😍😍😍
Le gîte est certes petit mais tellement cosy et bien aménagé. Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine de vacances avec nos enfants. Le calme du village nous a fait un bien fou. Le panier offert par la propriétaire était excellent. Bref, à recommander.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurent P., Guipavas, France

Liked: Cleanliness
Agréable séjour
Séjour très reposant dans la jolie petite maison de Miranda, pour ces derniers jours de l'année 2023. Endroit très calme, à proximité de Dinan, Dinard... Maison adaptée pour 4 personnes.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely picturesque cottage
We had a lovely time between the flowers and fruit trees and in the well equipped cottage! Mira de really thought about everything detail. There are lots of nice places to visit in the area such as Dinan, Dinard and St. Malo.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jana B.

sehr entgegenkommend
wunderbares kleines verträumtes altes Haus, die gastgebenerin ist sehr kulant
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna K., Dortmund

Liked: Cleanliness
Breton Haven
This cottage is such a quaint place! It's all very thoughtfully arranged. And the garden is also so nicely composed. The smell of the honeysuckle is amazing! We even spotted a hummingbird hawkmoth! All in all, the house is not very spacious but alright for 2 grown-ups and 2 kids. And outside there's a big table to eat outside. The kitchen is totally equipped and there's a washing machine in the cellar, which is very handy. The village is really small and idyllic, albeit a bit remote. That needs to be considered beforehand. We enjoyed the quiet very much. And the busy, bubbly and outstandingly beautiful city of Dinan is just around the corner (a 10 minute drive away!). And many other sights are within reach, like Saint Malo, Mont Saint Michel, beautiful beaches etc. Go visit Whileaway Cottage!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023