The sunny south facing cottage garden is a great place to eat lunch
Location: Josselin, Brittany, France, Europe (5 min village, 10 min Josselin, 40 min Vannes, 1hr Rennes.) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Cottage, gite, longere, farmhouse
La Ville au Tady stands in over 1 acre of gardens. It is a traditional Breton longère, or long-house, built 1868. It has been fully renovated while retaining its charm and character.
Located in a small hamlet in Southern Brittany, the local village of Guegon is just a few minutes drive through scenic country lanes. Within the village you will find several bars, a general store and the essential boulangerie for fresh baked bagguettes and croissants.
The area is perfect for exploring on foot or cycling, with a designated cycle route passing through the hamlet. The medieval town of Josselin with its famous chateau, 17th Century buildings, bars and restaurants is an easy 10 minute drive. Brittany’s largest inland lake is located just outside Josselin, with swimming and water sport facilities. Superb beaches are to be found all along the nearby Morbihan coast which is said to have 365 small Islands, one to explore for each day of the year.
There are many interesting small villages and larger towns in the region. Auray is a lovely old town with lots of shops and restaurants, an old port and an excellent Sunday market. Vannes is a large town on the edge of the Gulf of Morbihan with an old quarter bustling with good restaurants and small shops. Excellent markets are held on Wednesdays and Saturdays and a famous jazz festival in July. Carnac has excellent beaches but it is world famous for being an ancient and historic place with over 3,000 prehistoric megalithic stones. There is comprehensive information on places to visit and suggestions for activities on our personal web site (link below).
The cottage stands in over one acre of fenced garden. There are several fruit trees and a sweet chestnut to provide welcome shade in the summer months. If vacationing in the autumn, you are welcome to help yourselves to any windfall. There is parking for two cars on a drive at the front. The rear of the cottage affords wonderful views over the garden. A patio at the rear provides an informal seating area for barbecues. A mown path through the grass provides views over surrounding fields and rolling countryside. A charcoal barbecue and garden furniture are provided.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Automatic washing machine located in utility area. Washing powder provided.
- Linens Provided : Linen may be available for rent, at additional cost, by arrangement. Please enquire.
- Off Street Parking : Drive way for two cars plus further off-road parking available.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Plenty of space on either the grass verge to the front of the cottage, or on a grassed area.
- Wood Stove : Large wood burning stove. Logs provided.
- Beds
- Double Bed : French antique Luois XV style walnut bed in master bedroom.
- Twin/Single Bed (4) : 4 single beds provided, two in each bedroom.
- Convertible Bed : Fold-up single guest bed provided to allow greater flexibility of sleeping arrangements.
- Crib : Cot provided in master bedroom. Mattress provided. Please bring own bedding.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Sky satellite TV with UK free to air TV channels and radio (BBC1, ITV, C4, News24, R1, R2, etc).
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : Portable LCD TV/DVD unit provided, can receive terrestrial French TV if required.
- DVD
- Video Library : A variety of DVDs to suit adult and children tastes provided.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Small selection of Celtic/Breton music CDs.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Fitted kitchen with all equipment required for a comfortable stay. Breakfast table & 4 chairs.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Quality Le Creuset cast iron pans provided together with all utensils you will require.
- Refrigerator : Fridge and seperate freezer.
- Dishwasher : Dishwasher tablets provided.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Please supply your own charcoal, which is readily available from supermarkets and garages.
- Deck/Patio : Rear gravel patio with hardwood table & 6 chairs. Hardwood table and 6 chairs provided for front garden.
- Communications
- Telephone : French telephone provided. Calls charged at cost according to France Telecom rates.
- Computer : Modern lap-top computer provided with free access to broadband internet via WiFi, for web surfing and email.
- Broadband Internet : free always on broadband connection.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Always on WiFi available at no additional cost.
- Other Amenities
- 3 adult mountain bikes, child's mountain bike, childs tow-a-long bike and child seat available for your use. There are many opportunities for local cycling - see our web site for further details.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : For the benefit of all our guests, including those with allergies, we do not allow pets.
- Kid Friendly : Children welcome. Child's cutlery/plates provided. Baby bath. Fire guard. Window locks to low level dormer windows. Childrens indoor and oudoor games provided.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Minimum age for renters is 21 years.
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking inside the cotage please.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Living Museum at Poul Fetan, a preserved Breton village describing traditional French rural farming life.
Rate Details (In Pounds Sterling)
Jan-Feb .................. £295/week
Mar-Jun .................. £395/week
Jul-Aug .................. £625/week
Sep-Oct .................. £395/week
Nov-Dec .................. £295/week
Christmas and New Years .. £475/week
25% deposit payable on confirmation of booking, balance 8 weeks prior to arrival.
Full payment information available on our personal web site.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Josselin
The cottage is located in a quiet rural hamlet of three properties, and yet is just five minutes from the local village with boulangerie, village store, and bars. We are ten minutes from Josselin, one of the best small towns in Brittany. Josselin is a characterful medieval town, and is awarded 'Petite cité de caractère' status in recognition of its preserved heritage. Besides the miraculously well preserved medieval buildings, there is the river/canal, a great selection of restaurants, and the magnificent chateau. There are a number of events throughout the year, and weekly open air music concerts in summer.
Both the north and south coasts are within a one hour drive. We spend our Easter and summer holidays at La Ville au Tady each year. There is so much to do in the area, we have only just scratched the surface.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage
The exterior of the longère is much the same as when it was built in 1868. It is a traditional farm house of the region, and the internal renovations have preserved the character with exposed beams and fireplace hearth consisting of a massive granite stone.
When we holiday at La Ville au Tady we love doing so many different things! These are some of our favourites - countryside walks; swimming in the nearby open air pool; cycling along the country lanes; shopping for fresh local produce in the street market; picnic lunches in the garden; exploring local towns and villages; meals out at one of the many good restaurants in Josselin; trips to the beach on the southern coast; or else just relaxing with a glass of wine or local cider in the garden.
Owner's Map of Josselin
La Ville au Tady is owned by Martin, Esther, Bethan & Megan and We live in the UK. After many happy summer holidays in Brittany, we decided to buy our own holiday cottage. After many months of property hunting, we discovered a traditional longère in the countryside and fell in love with it.
We feel very lucky to own such a beautiful old house, and invite you to share it when we are not holidaying there ourselves.
We believe there is an ethical dimension to owning a second home, so we price our weeks reasonably and aim to have the cottage occupied for as many weeks of the year of the year as possible. In this way we can help contribute to the local economy by employing our cleaner and gardener, and help generate income for local businesses. We encourage you to use the local village stores whenever possible. We would prefer to reduce our prices for late availability rather than remain empty.
Property Photos
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- The sunny south facing cottage garden is a great place to eat lunch - Brittany, France Vacation Cottage
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- Rear of cottage from shade of fruit trees. You can hang a tree hammock here! - Brittany, France Vacation Cottage
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- A large oak beamed lounge/diner provides plenty of space to eat and relax - Brittany, France Vacation Cottage
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- The main lounge is a comfortable place to relax with two sofas and a log stove
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- Spacious master bedroom with antique French bed and oak flooring
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- View of rear garden from master bedroom dormer window.
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- Kitchen with breakfast table, dishwasher, and everything else you will need
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- Second lounge with satellite TV, DVD player, laptop, music system, iPod player
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- The Goose bedroom is under the eaves at the front of the cottage
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- Rear lavendar terrace another great place to eat outdoors
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- Spacious, private front garden ideal for relaxing in lounger chairs provided
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- Quiet country lanes to explore on foot or cycle straight from the cottage door
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- Nearby Chateau Josselin on the banks of the Nantes-Brest Canal (just 10 mins)
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- One of the many medieval half-timbered buildings in historic Josselin
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- A good choice of cafes and restaurants in the local town of Josselin
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- Wonderful beaches & towns to explore all along the south Moribhan coast
Traveler Reviews (33)
A Relaxing, Memorable Week near Josselin
Guest: judy
(Olympia, WA, USA)
Date of Stay: 10/12/11
Review Submitted: 11/08/11
Following a week in Paris, we (two retired American couples) rented a car and drove to this charming cottage near Josselin with the aid of the excellent directions provided by the British hosts/ owners of the property. Everything was as described in the more than adequate information presented when we were making our decision about where in the Britainny/ Normandy area we would stay. The common living spaces are large and comfortable; the kitchen is well stocked for gourmet cooking; the beds are comfortable; the baths, laundry, heat, and wood burning stove, are clean and well functioning. The hosts provided plenty of information about day trips, nearby activities, restaurants, walks, shops, etc. Although it was mid-October when we visited, the weather was picture perfect. We loved walking and touring in Josselin and the area right around the house. We took day trips to Mont.St Michel, the Carnac alignments, St. Malo, Dinan and several villages nearby. The owners were fantastic communicators before our visit. The friendly caretaker was available by phone when we had a couple questions. This was the perfect follow-up place to be after a hectic week in Paris. We totally relaxed here. The Saturday Farmer's Market in Josselin is fabulous!! We bought a freshly roasted "farmer's" organic chicken, fresh veggies, fresh cheese and bread, came home and had a fabulous outdoor picnic dinner with great French wine. We would definitely recommend this lovely cottage for families, and couples traveling together. We're 65ish and there were only two downsides: first, it is hard to buy gas/ petrol if you don't have a special card (but people are nice and they will let you use their card if you give them cash), and the bathroom for our bedroom (NOT the master bedroom, but the 2nd bedroom) was down a flight of stairs, but that wasn't a big problem for us. This is a real gem of a place.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Definitely Recommended
Guest: Heather & Graham Eves.
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Date of Stay: 09/24/11
Review Submitted: 10/15/11
Just to say thank you for letting us hire your longère in Brittany. We had a fantastic time, not least because the weather was amazing but also it was very comfortable, welcoming and well considered for guests. Thank you once again, and we will definitely be recommending to others. September 2011, Andover, UK)
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Best equipped property I have ever stayed at
Guest: Nathan Walford
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Date of Stay: 10/01/11
Review Submitted: 10/15/11
I wanted to e-mail you to thank you for providing us with such a fantastic place to stay. It's a beautiful house and is by far the best equipped property I have ever stayed at. We would very much like to stay again and hopefully we will. October 2011. Gloucestershire, UK)
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Best cottage in 20 years
Guest: Susan & Phil, UK.
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Date of Stay: 06/01/11
Review Submitted: 10/07/11
We thought the cottage was carefully, thoughtfully and comprehensively equipped. Loads of space, comfortably furnished. A really pretty garden. Overall an excellent place to stay. The best cottage holiday we have had in 20 years.
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Guest: Ruth & family. Manchester, UK.
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Date of Stay: 06/18/11
Review Submitted: 07/10/11
We thought the cottage was absolutely wonderful. It was superbly presented, very large and had everything you could require. We loved the large lounge where the focus was for conversation and not watching TV. Too many houses are set up just for TV. We loved the huge master bedroom and window seat. Our daughter loved the ‘magic garden’ at the back and explored even in the rain. Wonderful. All the books were fantastic. My husband didn’t manage to finish the Breton Peasant book though. We are already recommending your cottage to friends. Thank you. We will be back!
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Great stay
Guest: four Aussies
(Sydney, Australia)
Date of Stay: 10/11/10
Review Submitted: 01/17/11
We stayed in this lovely house for a week. The location was quiet but with the village and the town nearby there was everything that we needed. The weather wasnt fabulous, but we were cozy and warm inside. The house well maintained and all equipment was in good condition. The detailed description that the owners provided meant that we knew exactly what to expect. We explored the lovely villages that were nearby and went further afield to the prehistoric sites on the coast. A great stay and we would stronly recommend this characterful home. (There were only 2 Aussies this time.)
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Dawn & Phil, Todcaster, UK
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Date of Stay: 05/29/10
Review Submitted: 06/30/10
We thought the cottage was very good, especially good value for money! We’ve never seen a self catering property so well stocked. The cottage was bright and clean inside and out, the wood burner was fantastic on the cooler evenings. Outdoors the gardens are great and we saw lizards for the first time ever. Our first visit to France was super, mostly because of the quality of your property. The weather wasn’t great so having a fantastic place to stay made all the difference. It is obviously a well loved and cared for family home and that feeling made us feel relaxed. Thank you to the owners and cleaner and caretaker for all the hard work that has gone into providing such a lovely holiday home.
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Guest: Ann & Gordon
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Date of Stay: 06/12/10
Review Submitted: 06/30/10
Had an excellent week at the cottage - it was everything we expected it to be: impossible to fault! A wonderfully relaxing base from which to explore that part of Brittany: we did go to Josselin (of course) and Vannes, as well as St Anne d'Auray - so took in Sarzeau and Locmariaquer, but spent quite a bit of time locally: three Nantes-Brest canal walks + the local villages, including Lizio. Ate twice at L'Olivier restaurant - amazing value, and very good food. Only met one of your neighbours – Marthe, chatted for five minutes or so, but next door family seemed to be there only at weekend, and we never managed to speak. Would recommend La Ville au Tady to anyone - sets a high standard, and very reasonably priced. Shropshire, UK.
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Guest: Laura & David Frankstone
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Date of Stay: 10/10/09
Review Submitted: 10/10/09
I am so sad to leave this darling little house. I have been impressed over and over with how well the house is appointed. You've done a fabulous job of providing almost everything one could want---and more. You've anticipated every need and question. I am sure I'll never find a house as perfect as this one to rent in France. I also have been delighted by your design sense. As a former interior designer and now, artist and painter, I pay attention to paint colour and wallpaper choice and textures of rug, upholstery, and furnishings. I love how understated yet authentic your decor is... and how cosy and cheerful the whole place is. So, thank you again, for sharing this beautiful little jewel with me. I have been so happy here. I will never forget it.
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Guest: Melanie & David Thomas and family
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Date of Stay: 08/15/09
Review Submitted: 08/15/09
Just a quick note to say well done and thanks to you and your wife for providing such a marvellous holiday property. We all agreed that in the several years we have been renting holiday cottages, yours was the best equipped and had the best guide to the property and the attractions in the area. Truly there was nothing that we needed. Our children particularly loved the lizards - which I realise nature had provided, not you - and the way you had cut the tracks in your back garden. Once again, thanks - we know which property to check availability on first when we next want to visit Brittany!
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