PEACE, PRIVACY AND HISTORY—ALL WRAPPED UP IN A MAGICAL SETTING

9 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 17400 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Explore the area

Carentoir, Brittany

Ecole Speciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr11 min drive
Yves Rocher Botanical Garden13 min drive
Paimpont Forest32 min drive
Lorient (LRT-Lorient - South Brittany)87 min drive

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Imagine traveling the same paths of the Knights of old, through picturesque villages such as ‘Le Temple’, a center of activity for the Knights Templar, and just minutes from Le Mur. The idyllic and pastoral surroundings make you feel as though you must be moving through the work of a renowned Artist. Finally arriving at the highest point in the surrounding countryside you move down a long path of majestic fir trees along what was once the ancient Roman Road. At it's end sits the inviting hamlet that is ‘Manoir du Mur’. These captivating stone structures built over the 13th to 15th centuries make up what was once a Medieval hamlet and still exist today as ‘Manoir du Mur’ and its adjacent out-buildings. This historic site has been lovingly renovated in keeping with its architectural and historical integrity, while at the same time offering 21st century amenities. Manoir du Mur includes four fully furnished ‘themed’ self-catering apartments, a medieval Dining Room/Hunter's Lodge, an 'Assembly Room' with stage, cinema, and fully equipped kitchen for catering, an extensive English library, an ancient outdoor bread oven, an artist studio and a 'Knight's Room'.

Enjoy the majestic Brittany coast and sandy beaches, walled Medieval cities such as St.Malo, Vannes, and Dinan and the Medieval Festivals that that run in Vannes, Dinan in Josselin in the summer months! Explore the nearby village of Rochefort en Terre (voted most beautiful village in France!), The Medieval villages of Malestroit, Josselin and it's gorgeous Chateau, and the Artisan village of La Gacilly, home to Yves Rocher and the largest outdoor photo exhibition in France! Explore the wonders of Carnac's Standing Stones, and visit one of the most famous landmarks in France, Mont St. Michel. If you think you would enjoy visiting and working in one of the most beautiful settings in France, please get back to us soon! If you would love to wake up everyday in the beautiful peaceful countryside on a private estate of 181 acres of field and forests; meeting and interacting with charming traditional French folk; practicing French; love the Ocean; want to be in an environment steeped in Medieval History; ....then this is the place for you! Experience the 'real' French in Brittany, as it is one of the most traditional areas of France.

Property manager

Teresa Monaco

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

View of Chateau Le Mur from the adjacent Manoir

Hot tub

Toys/games

Microwave

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please be careful with the furnishings. Do not smoke inside any of the buildings.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 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

Carentoir

Located in Carentoir, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Manoir de l'Automobile and Musee de la Batellerie are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Les Menhirs de Monteneuf and Site historique des Forges de Paimpont. Travelling with kids? Consider Yves Rocher Botanical Garden and Brittany Park of Prehistory. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.

Carentoir, Brittany

What's nearby

Ecole Speciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr - 11 min drive
Yves Rocher Botanical Garden - 13 min drive
Les Menhirs de Monteneuf - 17 min drive
Manoir de l'Automobile - 24 min drive
Paimpont Forest - 32 min drive

Getting around

Redon Station - 31 min drive
Rennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪Brasserie des Halles - ‬13 min drive
‪Hôtel Bar Restaurant le Pré Gallo - ‬8 min drive
‪Le Mouchoir de Poche - ‬13 min drive
‪La Marelle - ‬13 min drive
‪La Mauvaise Graine - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PEACE, PRIVACY AND HISTORY—ALL WRAPPED UP IN A MAGICAL SETTING pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PEACE, PRIVACY AND HISTORY—ALL WRAPPED UP IN A MAGICAL SETTING?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PEACE, PRIVACY AND HISTORY—ALL WRAPPED UP IN A MAGICAL SETTING?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PEACE, PRIVACY AND HISTORY—ALL WRAPPED UP IN A MAGICAL SETTING located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ecole Speciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr, Yves Rocher Botanical Garden and Les Menhirs de Monteneuf. Site historique des Forges de Paimpont and Abbaye Notre-Dame de Paimpont are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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About the host

Hosted by Teresa Monaco

Ernie and Terry Monaco, the American owners of Chateau Le Mur, have a had a long history together of joining a romantic, theatric, and creative Spirit. Married for thirty some odd years, (they have now lost count) they have lived a life of adventure traveling the world collecting interesting artifacts and experiences. Having met in Chicago while Ernie was studying Urban Planning, and Terry Graphic Design, they set out to conquer the world. After settling war refugees in Chicago, feeding the homeless in Philadelphia, renovating tumble down houses in California, they finally set out with their two kids to the tiny but wealthy nation of Qatar. While there, Ernie helped design and manage a city on water, and Terry taught at an American University, wrote and directed comedic, musical plays while at the same time together managing a Christian youth group and underground church. They have had the opportunity to travel the world and have met many precious people from all walks of life, learning along the way that life can be extremely wonderful—and at the same time very, very challenging. Therefore they have created Chateau Le Mur to be a magical, peaceful haven from the world, and invite you to come share in what they have created here. From a fairy-like castle filled with treasures collected from all over the globe to the whimsical ‘Rapunzel's Tower’, ‘The Knight’s Chambre’, ‘The Fairy Room’ and ‘The Dark Enchanted Forest’ to the fabled personages who ‘at one time lived in the Manoir’ they've created a place that calls to the child in all of us. Ernie and Terry are fortunate at present to have their grandson, Tristan, living with them, along with one timid scruff of a dog, a gentle miniature pony, and some teeny-tiny sheep.

Why they chose this property

The Monaco's originally purchased this property because it allowed them host various activities and large numbers of guests during holidays. The 181 acre estate includes the Chateau as well as a 15th century Manoir that has 4 individual furnished apartments with matching Medieval furniture and decor. It is a fascinating historical property, inhabited in prehistoric times evidenced by government protected 'Menhirs' (pre-historic standing stones) located on the property, remains of a Roman Military camp, chariot drive, and temple, medieval arch, and remains of moats and lookout areas. 'Le Mur' in French means 'the wall' (berm) that the Romans built to overlook the area. Rich in history, with legends of knights, an evil Lord, his princess daughter, a Saint with the ability to perform miracles, and wars between clans and villages (all chronicled by local village historians.) It is a fascinating place to live and visit. The 'Le Mur' estate includes two orchards, a 'dark enchanted forest', walking trails, and a working dairy farm.

What makes this property unique

Situated on the highest hill in the surrounding countryside (a great military advantage when under Roman rule) the views are extraordinary. There is complete and total privacy, and yet the property is located at the center of everything wonderful Brittany has to offer. The Monaco's like to think of Manoir du Mur and Chateau Le Mur as a piece of history that they are temporary caretakers of. They have been fortunate to have spent a lot of time traveling the globe purchasing items with the Manoir and Chateau always in mind. They have literally sent crate-fulls of furniture and artifacts to France from various places they have visited, that have a medieval yet whimsical feel, and in keeping with the themes of the Medieval Manoir du Mur and the romantic, gothic Chateau Le Mur.