Ty Byhan

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The Cottage:

Charming 240 year old granite holiday cottage/gite for 4 in rural Brittany's National Park Amorique with original features.

Set in a small hamlet off the beaten track, within the heart of the National Park the gite is situated on private land. You are free to roam in the grounds and if you are up early and are quiet as a mouse there are often deer to be seen grazing. We have a resident pair of falcons and all manner of other wildlife in the surrounding area. A bird watchers paradise, you can see anything from blue-tits to buzzards in their unspoilt, natural habitat.

It is an ideal location for walking, hiking, cycling, bird-watching or just strolling and relaxing in the pure country air. We provide route maps for cycling and walking, from a gentle stroll on a short route or long distance rambles across country for the more energetic.

Horse riding facilities are available locally. The area is noted for fishing and information regarding licenses can be provided on request.

The Amorique National Park has a wide range of activity opportunities to suit everyone, from gentle drives on quiet country lanes through the forest areas and pretty villages. There is go-carting and ten pin bowling in the local town of Carhaix.

We are within easy reach of Quimper, Lorient, Pont Aven and Brest where there is a very fine golf course and a large shopping area. The rose granite coast and all of Brittany's other enchanting coastline and beaches are also not too far away for a day out.

The cottage which was built before the era of standardisation is as individual as the Breton farmers who built it from the local granite of the Monts D'Arée, It has a working well built into it's side.

The sleepy village of Berrien is a 5 minute walk away and is a calm, tranquil place, with a magnificent 15th century church at its centre. There is an extensive network of trails and paths in the locality which make it a perfect area for ramblers and cyclists.

Berrien has its own boulangerie, as well as a bar which serves good home cooked food, a restaurant serving traditional French cuisine and a recently opened pizzeria.

The Ground Floor:

Well equipped large kitchen/dining room, beamed with magnificent original granite fireplace and wood burning stove. , Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine, Kettle, toaster, etc. Dining Table + 4 chairs, Ironing board and Iron.

Spacious sitting room, beamed, with comfortable three-piece suite, coffee table, books and bookcase, English satellite TV, DVD Player, radio and plenty of board games.

If you bring a laptop you can access the internet.

Modern bathroom with Hydro shower, sink and toilet.

The Upstairs:

Bedroom 1 double: exposed beams: Double bed, wardrobe, chest drawers, bedside cabinets with lamps and rocking chair.

Bedroom 2 twin: exposed beams: Twin Beds, wardrobe with shelves, bedside cabinets with lamps and chairs.

Mezzanine with cane sofa, chair, coffee table and bookcase.

Outside:

There is parking for 2 cars on the private driveway 5 meters (approximately 15 feet) from the cottage.

The outdoor eating area is on the terrace which is attached to the side of the cottage, it is south facing so that you can catch the rays. Equipped with Teak garden furniture, large table + 6 chairs, parasol, 2 Sun loungers and barbecue.

The owners live in the area and speak both English and French.

Berrien

The sleepy village of Berrien is a 5 minute walk away and is a calm, tranquil place, with a magnificent 15th century church at its centre. There is an extensive network of trails and paths in the locality which make it a perfect area for ramblers and cyclists.
Berrien has its own boulangerie, as well as a bar which serves good home cooked food, a restaurant serving traditional French cuisine and a recently opened pizzeria.