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Cosy Rural Country Cottage with fabulous views (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4) Near Dinan

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Welocme
Lounge
Dining area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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La Coupaudais, Bretagne
  • Château de Dinan
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Les Remparts de Dinan
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Dinan Clock Tower
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Dinard (DNR-Dinard - Pleurtuit - Saint-Malo)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cosy Rural Country Cottage with fabulous views (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4) Near Dinan

The cottage sleeps 4 plus cot and has full central heating throughout and a small log burning stove for cosy evenings in, which makes it ideal for holidays all year.

The open plan lounge/diner has a pine dining table and chairs, as well as sofas, English and French TV with all free to view channels, DVD player. We have a large selection of DVD's and a range of family board games and books for all ages.

The kitchen is well equipped and has been fitted with modern units and dishwasher. There is a large range-style cooker for those who want to practise French cuisine. A large selection of quality kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery, pot’s pans and serving dishes.

The ground floor bathroom is fitted with a small bath, chrome taps and a shower attachment, a separate shower cubicle, large sink and toilet. The first floor bathroom has a large walk-in shower, toilet and sink.

Both Bedrooms are doubles and have pine double beds, a wardrobe and a side cabinet. Cot and highchair available.

There is a large garden to the rear which has been laid to lawn and contains a 15ft round, above-ground swimming pool. The garden is enclosed with gates at the entrances.

At the front of the cottage there is a garden and gravel driveway with a parking area to the side. Beyond the driveway is a two-acre meadow for all guests to roam and explore. This leads on to the Forêt de Coëtquen, where you can find mapped out trails to follow. Excellent for those who like country walks or take the dog for a walk.

We have a games room with pool table, table tennis and a dart board as well as a large selection of outdoor games and equipment, such as a paddling pool, badminton, tennis, soft ball, cricket, footballs, frisbees etc.

We have also converted a small barn into a utility room that houses a washing machine, extra fridge and freezer, a sink, clothes airers etc.

Barbecue equipment and garden furniture are provided for the use of guests.

You can do as much or as little as you want. Some guests like to laze around in the gardens, taking lunch here and having a glass of wine or two. Others like to go through the entire tourism office catalogue of attractions. To help you find your happy medium there is a folder full of information at the property.

Dogs are welcome on request only and subject to our pet policy, plus a supplement of £30

Property manager

Joanne McKean (nee Marks)

Languages

English

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Amenities

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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets are welcome out of high season - Sup £20
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint-Helen

Located in Saint-Helen, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mont Saint-Michel Bay and Grève de Garel, while Musée du Cidre and Museum of Paysannerie are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Zoological Park & Bourbansais Castle and English Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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La Coupaudais, Bretagne

What's nearby

  • Zoological Park & Bourbansais Castle - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Château de Dinan - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Les Remparts de Dinan - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Cobac Parc - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Dinan Clock Tower - 14 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Saint-Samson-sur-Rance La Hisse Station - 11 min drive
  • Dinard (DNR-Dinard - Pleurtuit - Saint-Malo) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Auberge des Terre-Neuvas - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ty Coz - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar des Vedettes - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Café Terrasses - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Vieille Braise - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cosy Rural Country Cottage with fabulous views (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4) Near Dinan have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cosy Rural Country Cottage with fabulous views (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4) Near Dinan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosy Rural Country Cottage with fabulous views (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4) Near Dinan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Rural Country Cottage with fabulous views (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4) Near Dinan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy Rural Country Cottage with fabulous views (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4) Near Dinan located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Zoological Park & Bourbansais Castle, English Garden, and Saint Sauveur Church. Château de Dinan and Les Remparts de Dinan are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Timothy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Brittany Cottage

We had a great week - thanks Joanne and Jim - and lovely weather! The cottage is beautiful, as are the gardens and area. Very relaxing week with extremely helpful hosts. Only slight downside for us was that we hadn't realised from the listing that the bathroom was downstairs - something that folk who might need to use the facilities during the night should be aware of! The cottage is perfectly located for visiting such places as Dinan, Dinard, St Malo and Mont St Michel, all of which we really enjoyed doing. The cottage had everything we needed for a great break.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philippe V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location recommandée pour cette belle région !

Ideallement située entre Dinan et Cancale, maison et jardin très agréable fidèle à la description de l'annonce. L'acceuil de Joanne est efficace et très agréable. tout pour un séjour réussi !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

André V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Week Bretagne

Ondanks de drukke week die we hebben uitgekozen hebben we genoten van Bretagne: prachtige natuur, lekkers, veel hoogtemeters in de benen. Les fougeres is een prima uitvalsbasis om mooie dingen te bezoeken: Dinan is slechts 10 minuutjes rijden en ook plaatsen als Cancale en Dinard kan je op 30 minuten bereiken. Huisje is erg rustig gelegen wat maakt dat je je wagen echt wel nodig hebt maar aangezien je deze keuze hebt gemaakt mag dit geen probleem zijn. Winkel op 5 minuutjes. Gastvrij onthaal: bereikbaar, veel info, kleine attenties, fijn contact, huisje perfect uitgerust (ook voor minder mooie dagen: boeken, spelletjes, pooltafel). Een aanrader voor wie deze streek wil ontdekken. Jo, Jim and Hector: yet again thanks for the lovely stay! We recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Formidable

We had an absolutely wonderful stay in Les Fougeres. The property was very clean and tidy, the hosts extremely friendly and the area just beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Havre de Paix

Endroit merveilleux, Situation idéale pour visiter. Hôtes au petits soins ♥️♥️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Yves H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour aux gites les Fougères

Super séjour le gite est confortable et très bien décoré. Le jardin est un joli havre de paix. Une salle de jeux bien agréable, De très belles balades dans le secteur, la forêt, Saint Lehon, Saint Suliac, la plage de Lancieux. Merci à nos gentils hôtes Jo et Jim pour ce bon séjour
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

laurent t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique

Logement impeccable, cadre idyllique et décoration tres soignée. proprietaires super attentif au bien-être de leurs hôtes, cerise sur le gâteau ils proposent de bons petits plats simples et goutus, impeccable quand on est en vacances .. bien situé pour visiter la région n hesitez pas pour réserver je recommande fortement un grand merci à joan et jim very good cooker lolo fred stef annie muna
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un gite confortable, chaleureux et très bien situé

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans ce joli gîte aménagé avec goût et d'une propreté irréprochable. La salle de jeu avec son billard, sa table de ping pong et ses fléchettes sont un réel "plus" pour les après-midi pluvieux. Les abords verdoyants sont charmants, et Jim et Joanne très sympathiques et accueillants. Nous reviendrons sûrement plus longtemps !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein Traumurlaub in der Natur

Wir verbrachten 10 entspannte Tage in dem wundervollen und typisch bretonischen Landhaus bei Jo&Jim! Das Haus ist super ausgestattet und mit viel Gefühl und Geschmack eingerichtet! Wir fühlten uns sofort wie zu Hause. Wenn es also mal regnet, kann man die Tage im oder am Haus verbringen, ohne Langeweile zu bekommen! Joanna& Jim haben nämlich an alles gedacht. So gibt es einen abgetrennten Raum mit Tischtennis, Dart und Billard. Einen kleinen Pool für heiße Tage und tolle Sitzgelegenheiten für draußen. Die beiden Gastgeber sind absolut entspannt, witzig und sehr zuvorkommend. Sie geben sich große Mühe, es an nichts fehlen zu lassen. In der näheren Umgebung kann man tolle Städtchen bestaunen und viel unternehmen Wir werden definitiv wiederkommen!! Ganz großes Lob an Jo& Jim !!!! Sandra & Markus
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Savoy a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Le bonheur est dans le pré

Gite génial, au vert, au calme, décoré avec goût, bien équipé, fonctionnel et plein de charme... avec en plus le fun des équipements de loisirs (piscine, billard, ping pong). L' entretien des extérieurs et intérieurs sont irréprochables, propreté absolue... Joanne and Jim sont hyper sympathiques, réactifs et plein d' énergie et d' attentions positives. Tout est mis en oeuvre pour un séjour au top, merci J&J, on s' est régalé de cette semaine aux Fougères!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marja B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing!

We enjoyed our stay in the cottage very much. It's a top location and the hosts Joanne an Jim are welcoming and knowledgable. We loved their home made juice and beer. If you go to the region of Dinan you should stay here. Marja
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Rob d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Britse gastvrijheid in Bretagne

Jim en Joanne hebben een stukje Engeland gemaakt in Bretagne. Een super gezellige, optimaal ingerichte vakantiewoning in een prachtige omgeving.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cat L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic week in gorgeous cottage and peaceful surroundings

We enjoyed a wonderful week in Saint-Helen, despite not having the best weather! The cottage and surroundings are even better than the pictures look, and Jim and Jo were the most welcoming and friendly hosts you could ask for. Nothing was too much, and they provided lots of advice and ideas of what to do and see. We all enjoyed the pool, garden & games room. Our 2 year old especially loved seeing the chickens, and our dog loved running around in the nearby woods. We also liked Jim's cider and beer, and their home made jam which we took home with us :) The location is fantastic - close to Dinan, St Malo and Dinard which are all lovely places to visit. In fact, it's such a peaceful and beautiful place, we've now started looking at houses we'd like to buy in France! Thank you Jim and Jo!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great gîte, excellent hosts, fantastic region

Les Fougères totally lived up to expectations, petfectly equipped, a quiet spot yet very convenient to visit Dinan, St Malo, Cancale etc. Joanne & Jim are perfect hosts, discret but available if necessary to answer any questions & give great tips for discovering the region. Also appeciated the home made apple juice, chutney & jam !
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful, perfect break !

Our hosts, Jo and Jim were absolutely wonderful. An encyclopaedic knowledge of information on Brittany. They were available when needed, but not - if not. Nothing is too much trouble for them. A file crammed with up to date tourist information was available and a great library of books, music and videos, on the shelves. The cottage was just perfect for myself, father and brother. Comfortable beds and furnishings and as foodies, the kitchen had everything we could possibly have needed - and more. We loved using the range cooker. Two double bedrooms, and a third room with a single and pull-out, creating two singles. A cot and linen, were also available. There were so many thoughtful extras, like a stair gate, highchair, iron and board, laundry facilities, freezer and a dishwasher available, to name a few. The whole house is beautifully and thoughtfully furnished. The location is peaceful and quiet but within a 10 minute, very easy drive of supermarkets, boulangerie, bars, restaurants etc. A perfect cottage to use as a base for touring/walking/cycling and a beautiful garden when you want to relax. A pool is available for cooling off and a BBQ for outside cooking. The internet was strong and there was a huge chest full of board games. An outside barn room had darts and a table tennis table. For colder evenings there is central heating and a wood burning stove in the lounge. We had a wonderful, perfect week here at the cottage and we are now wanting to book "two" weeks next year instead of just the one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

Fabulous cottage. Very comfortable

Having stayed in many gites and cottages in Northern France over the past 25+ years, this cottage is definitely one of the very best. The open plan living area is very comfortable and the kitchen area is well equipped. Upstairs the 3 bedrooms are a good size and the bed was very very comfortable. Waking up to a dawn chorus of birds and cows was a joy and the view from the bedroom window is fantastic. Jo and Jim are perfect hosts - they ensure you have your privacy but are on hand if you have any questions or would like suggestions on where to go. Les Fougeres is well positioned to visit the beaches around St Malo and the beautiful towns of Dinan, St Malo, Dol-de-Bretagne and Fougeres. We loved our 3 week stay and are already planning to return next year.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Fantastic!

Fabulous holiday...the drive from Calais was lovely, the directions provided by Jo and Jim were spot on and we found our way to the cottage with no problems at all. Arrived in beautiful sunshine to a wonderful little cottage set in a small hamlet. Perfect place to either sit and relax but still close enough to be able to go out if wanted. Jim was kind enough to give us some great recommendations of places to walk our dogs. So much to see and do in the area...can't wait to return!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

julie c.

Little Slice of Heaven

We (couple in our 50's) stayed in the gite with our dog Harvey for two restful weeks in September. From first booking the gite to our departure the service from the owners Jim and Jo was exceptional. En route to the gite we received a welcoming text from Jim advising that it was now ready. Upon arrival they were there waiting to welcome us and showed us around the gite they then left us alone to settle in. The gite is attached to the owners property in a beautiful stone house adorned with window boxes, there is a large secure garden at the rear laid to lawn, perfect for our dog. Jim and Jo's knowledge of the local area was so helpful; advising of local shops, bars, restaurants and good walks for us and our dog. Their dog Patch is the most chilled canine - so tolerant with our excited cocker spaniel. The weather was a bit mixed but when sunny it was lovely to sit out in the garden on the patio area. The gite is fully equipped with everything needed for a self catering stay and there is Sky TV should you want to catch up on the news. A separate utility with freezer, washing machine etc is also free to use for guests. We ordered a first night meal from Jo (quiche, salad and sticky toffee pudding) which was delicious as we didn't want to cook on our first evening. Les Fougeres is set in a small countryside hamlet of about 10 properties however large supermarkets, local bakers etc are only a ten minute drive away. At night there is no light pollution and you will be amazed at just how many stars you can see. Jim and Jo are the perfect hosts - not intrusive but always available for help and advice, they even book your dog's vet appointment for the return to the UK. We would have no hesitation in highly recommending both the hosts and the property to future holiday makers - you'll love it! (Thanks for the chutney Jo!)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike W.

Lovely quiet place to relax

The place is great to relax and very quiet. You only might hear a car passing by sometimes and think that you are in a very remote place. On the one side this is true but on the other side it takes you less than 10 minutes drive to the very nice ancient town of Dinan and a big supermarket and less than 5 minutes to the motorway which brings you to St. Malo and to the coast. Except for the owners and maybe guests in the other house they rented you won't see anybody if you don't want to. Jo and Jim are great and very helpful. One minor defect with the shower we mentioned had been fixed immediately. The two give you the feeling that you are more a friend visiting than a guest who paid for. The pool, table tennis, dart and the big lawns are perfect for children. It was no problem that your dog emptied their dog's feeding dish in their kitchen several times or that we dried our big rubber dinghy on their lawn. The house was equipped like advertized. In general everything was perfect (except for the weather ;-) )
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

fiona m.

Wonderful

We had a great week, Warmly welcomed by lovely owners Jim & Joanne.The cottage was beautiful and comfortable with a spacious garden that our little boy loved. Well situated, close to local amenities and the ferry at St Malo but in a lovely quiet, rural area. Made our first trip to France, perfect. Gilbie, Fiona & wee Gilbie From Islay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Excellent

On arrival we were met by Joanne & Jim and made to feel very welcome. The cottage was very comfortable and had all the amenities for an excellent stay. The cottage is in an idyllic position with some fantastic walks and cycle rides. Should you prefer to sit and relax the lawns and garden are superb. All the beaches and historic towns including the famous Mont St Michel are just a short drive away. A fine supermarket with some wonderful foods fresh fruit and fish just 10 minutes away. We had a very pleasant and rewarding holiday and we will certainly visit the cottage again. Bob & Maggie
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H., Lewes

Beautiful set and well equipped Brittany cottage

The cottage is a wonderful place for a restful holiday and we were fortunate in the Spring weather. The house is beautifully set and the sunny table in front (see the photo) keeps the evening sunshine which meant that a drink outside even on early May evenings was still a pleasure. It is a fantastic place for a dog as there are terrific walks on the doorstep and the immediate area around the cottage is well away from the road. Patch the resident dog is also very welcoming! Joanne and Jim, who Patch keeps an eye on, are tremendous and helpful hosts providing a wealth of information on the area and - particularly significant for us - great guides to local restaurants and markets. They arranged our visit to the local vet before returning to the UK with our dog and overall could not have been more helpful. This part of Brittany is a delight. Dinan the closest large town is wonderfully atmospheric and walks along the Rance from it are fantastic after lunch. Cancale on the coast is glorious and a must for anyone who likes oysters. The astonishing number of 'wild' sandy beaches along the coast, set in glorious scenery are fabulous. I am sure in July and August the roads and towns are more crowded but we found traveling about easy and pleasant. And the bright, cosy, cottage is a great place to chill out - very comfortable, clean and well equipped. The only thing I would point out is that the bathroom is on the ground floor and the bedrooms upstairs. This was not an issue for us but I can imagine it might affect those with mobility problems. We have rented gites, flats, cottages and houses in Britain, France, Italy and Spain for some 30 years and I would unquestionably put this one in the top 5%. We look forward to returning.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Perfect stay

Wonderful property with lovely owners in a great location!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Michelle C.

Fantastic family holiday

We had a lovely family holiday in the gite. It was very clean and had everything we needed - including a cot, high chair and stair gate. The enclosed garden was fantastic for small children and the pool was wonderful. It was a short drive to several good beaches. Jo and Jim were really friendly and made time to chat to both us and our children. Our 3 year old loved collecting eggs from the chickens! They had lots of great ideas for days out. Thank you for a wonderful holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

chris T.

Excellent base for exploring north Brittany

We stayed in the cottage, which was well appointed, clean and comfortable - including wifi and dishwasher. Although there was no air-con the cottage was lovely and cool despite high temperatures. Jo and Jim were excellent hosts - available for help if and when required but not in your face (happy to have a beer and a chat if you want!). Supermarkets within 10 min drive, and only a half hour or so drive to all the main attractions in the area (Dinan, Dinard, St Malo, Mont St Michel etc). The "back" garden with open air pool is hared with renters of the gite but this didn't cause any issues during our stay. The cottage has its own garden area to the front and owners are also happy for you to use their shaded pergola area. Dog friendly (owners have their own dog and local farm's dog also makes regular guest appearances, so beware if you are anxious around dogs) and ours had a great time - can particularly recommend St Colomb beach about 20 mins away as a dog friendly beach. Would not hesitate to recommend to others

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