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Beach
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fireplace, DVD player, table tennis, books
Private kitchen | Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5753 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

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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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About the neighborhood

Saint-Helen

This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Chateau de Dinan and Les Remparts de Dinan. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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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
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Dinard (DNR-Dinard - Pleurtuit - Saint-Malo): 24-min drive, 13.6 mi/21.9 km<br /> Rennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques): 41-min drive, 33.6 mi/54.1 km<br /> <p></p>

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

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.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

Property manager

Miranda Janie

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Saint-Helen, close to Les Remparts de Dinan, Dinan Clock Tower, and Chateau de Dinan. You'll also find Eglise Saint-Malo de Dinan and Port of Dinan within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Peaceful rural retreat good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic cottage include a fireplace and a kitchen along with a garden.

Does Peaceful rural retreat have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Dinard (DNR-Dinard - Pleurtuit - Saint-Malo), which is 13.6 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Rennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques), which is around 29.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Peaceful rural retreat ?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Peaceful rural retreat .

Peaceful rural retreat Reviews

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