Property Cottages / Gites
Sleeps 5
Single/Double 2 / 1
Bathrooms 3
Pets Allowed
Pool No
This beautiful traditional 2 Bedroom cottage is very spacious and has recently been extensively and sensitively re-furbished. (It covers all the outbuildings in the photo gallery). It appears as if the property looks as if it is two cottages side by side, but it's just one property - a single detached, self contained, very private cottage. Guests often comment on the beauty and tranquility of the cottage and the setting. The property boasts a very large front garden, with direct access to the bank of the river, although still enclosed and gated.
The cottage is situated in the Hamlet of Malon (3 miles from Guipry/Malon) in an area of outstanding natural beauty, directly on the river bank of the Vilaine, next to the lock at Malon, and next to the Corbiniere woods. European Waterway describe the Vilaine as 'one of the most beautiful rivers in France'. The location of the cottage is ideal for bird watching; fishing; walking; canoeing; cycling or just watching the boats go by. The towpath is flat and can be walked for miles either into the town of Guipry (apporximately 3 miles on the flat) or in the opposite direction to the Corbinierre Woods as far as you desire to go! https://www.ille-et-vilaine.fr/la-foret-de-la-corbiere
If you want to venture out, the surrounding medieval villages are worth exploring and peppered with artisan artists. The train service into Rennes is very good and if you want to venture out from there Rennes is a major station for the rest of France. The coast is around 45 minutes drive away.
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Kitchenware Appliances
Fixtures & Equipment
External Features
Other Interior Facilities
Air fryer; Microwave.
Local Attractions
The cottage has a very large front garden directly on the tow path in front of the river, offering beautiful views and opportunities to see river life whilst sitting on the patio!
Manoir de l'Automobile 12 min drive (Loheac a beautiful little village, famous for its motor museum and rally cross racing.)
Rennes - the capital of Brittany (RNS-Saint-Jacques) 28 min drive Rennes , an interesting blend of ancient - medieval and modern
Redon – a small town on the junction of the river Vilaine and the Nantes-Brest canal. It has some nice shops and bars and a beautiful old church.
La Gacilly – Quaint riverside town famous for its lace and leather work. Also Yves Rocher botanical gardens/ restaurant hotel spa and shop located there, if you fancy a treat! https://www.yvesrocher.ca/actbeautiful/trip-to-la-gacilly. Also self drive boat cruises are available on the river in the summer.
Josselin – Medieval town with a Chateau.
Site Mégalithique de Saint-Just - Prehistoric megaliths of St Just. 15 mins drive. https://www.ille-et-vilaine-tourism.com/discover-ille-et-vilaine/the-loveliest-places/megaliths-and-moors-of-saint-just/
La Roche-Bernard. An old port with excellent fish restaurants.
Grand Fougeray: A nice little city with a lovely atmosphere, Le Grand-Fougeray offers a surprising historical and architectural patrimony, including the Tour Duguesclin, a part one of the former big medieval castles of Brittany. Often holding medieval festivals in August.
Chateaubriant – typical Brittany town with a beautiful Chateau and grounds.
Vannes – if you want to venture a bit further afield. Vannes is about 90 minutes drive away, but well worth a visit. Apart from the sea side, the medieval town is absolutely picturesque, the shops are lovely, and there is so much Brittany culture there.
La Baule – Long established holiday resort with good safe beaches.
Rochefort-en-Terre has been voted one of France’s most beautiful villages and as a result is one of Brittany’s most visited sites. Make your way through the narrow streets, past ateliers and workshops, admiring the geranium-bedecked houses along the way.
You may like to look at this website which gives good tourist information:
http://www.tourisme-en-france.com/fr/tourisme-france/patrimoine-chateau-fort-manoir-palais-demeure-fortifiee-tour-fortifications-donjon-vestiges-ruines-moyen-age-citadelle-medieval-departement-ille-et-vilaine/68?page=4
Rental Rates for this Property
| Rental Period | Starting Date | Ending Date | Minimum Stay | Rate Per Night | Rate Per week | Rate Per Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early Summer | Jun 6, 2026 | Jul 18, 2026 | 7 | GBP 650.00 | ||
| High Summer | Jul 19, 2026 | Sep 5, 2026 | 7 | GBP 900.00 | ||
| Late Summer/Autumn | Sep 6, 2026 | Oct 31, 2026 | 7 | GBP 650.00 |
Special Rental Conditions
Towels and tea towels Included.
Fuel and Power Included.
Pets Allowed.
No Smoking.
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Local Attractions
Manoir de l'Automobile 12 min drive (Loheac a beautiful little village, famous for its motor museum and rally cross racing.)
Rennes - the capital of Brittany (RNS-Saint-Jacques) 28 min drive Rennes , an interesting blend of ancient - medieval and modern
Redon – a small town on the junction of the river Vilaine and the Nantes-Brest canal. It has some nice shops and bars and a beautiful old church.
La Gacilly – Quaint riverside town famous for its lace and leather work. Also Yves Rocher botanical gardens/ restaurant hotel spa and shop located there, if you fancy a treat! https://www.yvesrocher.ca/actbeautiful/trip-to-la-gacilly. Also self drive boat cruises are available on the river in the summer.
Josselin – Medieval town with a Chateau.
Site Mégalithique de Saint-Just - Prehistoric megaliths of St Just. 15 mins drive. https://www.ille-et-vilaine-tourism.com/discover-ille-et-vilaine/the-loveliest-places/megaliths-and-moors-of-saint-just/
La Roche-Bernard. An old port with excellent fish restaurants.
Grand Fougeray: A nice little city with a lovely atmosphere, Le Grand-Fougeray offers a surprising historical and architectural patrimony, including the Tour Duguesclin, a part one of the former big medieval castles of Brittany. Often holding medieval festivals in August.
Chateaubriant – typical Brittany town with a beautiful Chateau and grounds.
Vannes – if you want to venture a bit further afield. Vannes is about 90 minutes drive away, but well worth a visit. Apart from the sea side, the medieval town is absolutely picturesque, the shops are lovely, and there is so much Brittany culture there.
La Baule – Long established holiday resort with good safe beaches.
Rochefort-en-Terre has been voted one of France’s most beautiful villages and as a result is one of Brittany’s most visited sites. Make your way through the narrow streets, past ateliers and workshops, admiring the geranium-bedecked houses along the way.
You may like to look at this website which gives good tourist information:
http://www.tourisme-en-france.com/fr/tourisme-france/patrimoine-chateau-fort-manoir-palais-demeure-fortifiee-tour-fortifications-donjon-vestiges-ruines-moyen-age-citadelle-medieval-departement-ille-et-vilaine/68?page=4
In the area
This Property is situated in Ille-et-Vilaine, Brittany
Nearest Airport: Dinard - More than 30 kms (approx)
Nearest Station: Guipry/Messac
Nearest Ferry: St Malo - More than 30 kms (approx)
Nearest Beach: There are beaches on the north coast (St Malo) and near Vannes
Nearest Ski Resort: N/A
Please note that the location on this map is an approximate guide, normally to the closest town or village.