Additional Cottage Information

• Private heated swimming pool with level 1m shallow end and slope to 2.3m deep end. Small baby pools available. Full paved terrace. Plenty of loungers with cushions and parasols. Security alarm, discreet safety fence and lockable gate
• Please note: Our swimming pool is open from early May until the end of September. Weather permitting we aim to keep the temperature at around 80°F during July and August and high 70's F during May, June and September
• Table tennis, badminton, boules, croquet, swings and other outdoor games available
• Laundry room with 2 washing machines, 2 tumble dryers and La Grange additionally has its own washing machine
• Three acres of safe fenced grounds with colourful flowers and extensive areas of lawn gently sloping down to the towpath beside the meandering River Blavet
• Access the towpath besides the river through our gate with a stiff latch located at the top of the gate so only adults can undo the latch
• Bar and restaurant 5 to 10 minutes stroll along the towpath beside the Pont Neuf bridge
• The valley of the River Blavet is known as the Vallee Verte (Green Valley). It is a conservation area and La Garenne sits on its own with magnificent views south across the valley. It really is a unique location and your first glimpse of La Garenne is from about 1km away as you drive up the little lane beside the river
• The area is also a haven for wildlife. One visitor spotted (and noted down) over 40 different types of bird in one week, including Cormorants, Herons and Kingfishers on the river. The valley is peaceful, the air fresh and the stars at night are something to behold
• In Summer Brittany is light until much later than in the UK. You can barbecue dinner in our beautiful grounds soaking up the warm evening sun and enjoy the lovely views with a glass of chilled wine
• With a mild climate La Garenne is also ideal for a Spring or Autumn break. Imagine curling up on the sofa with a good book and glass of fine red wine in front of a roaring log fire on a crisp autumn evening. In fact, tell us what time you are arriving and Jeanine will have your cottage warm, beds turned down, log fire crackling with wine, bottle opener and glasses ready on the kitchen table for you.
• Each cottage has both electric heating and a huge wood burning stove (we supply the logs too – just pay for what you use)
• Booklets on Brittany, tourist information on things to see and do, suggested restaurants and a full house information folder are there to help you get the best out of your stay
• Our Caretaker, the vivacious Jeanine is ever present with her French joie-de-vivre. She spends endless hours tending our gardens, ensuring every detail is taken care of and simply adores La Garenne
• La Garenne's stunning location has twice been used as the venue for large wedding celebrations – have you ever thought about somewhere really different for a special occasion - be it a birthday, anniversary, family reunion, golf or corporate gathering? La Garenne is perfect for up to 20. Just let us know the occasion and we can arrange to have something special in the cottage for your arrival. La Grange and La Chaumiere can be linked to create accommodation for 10-12
• Brittany is becoming even more accessible with new airline routes to Brest and Rennes both just over 1 hour's drive from La Garenne. You can also fly to Dinard and Nantes both 2 hours' drive. Flights with Flybe ( www.flybe.com ) from Birmingham, Southampton and Exeter. Ryanair ( www.ryanair.com ) from Luton or Stansted and BA from Gatwick.
• By ferry and tunnel driving times are approximately St Malo 2 hours, Roscoff 2 hours, Caen 3 hours, Cherbourg 3 ½ hours and Calais 5-6 hours
• We are also pleased to work closely with Chateau Vary Travel, who is a small specialist agency offering unbeatable prices on tunnel and ferry routes to France. Their helpful, friendly staff can, in just one call, compare routes and prices and usually beat both the Ferry Company's and Eurotunnel's own prices! Call them on 01691 622631 for a competitive quote