Riverside cottage in Medieval Josselin, great for sightseeing or relaxing

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Josselin, Bretagne

Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Roncier
‪13 min walk‬
Tourism Office of the Ploërmel Community: Josselin Site
‪13 min walk‬
Josselin Château
‪13 min walk‬
Vannes (VNE-Meucon)
‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

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Kitchen

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Dining area

About this property

Spacious three bedroom cottage adjoining Manor house with high walled garden and access directly onto the riverbank. The cottage has one bedroom on the ground floor with a double bed a single bed, a lounge, bathroom and newly refurbished kitchen. Upstairs there are two bedrooms one with double bed and cot, one with double bed and bunk beds plus another bathroom. The cottage has satellite TV, washing machine, dishwasher, barbecue, bed linen is provided. The location is perfect - peaceful on the edge of Josselin beside the river, yet within 5 minutes walk of the centre of town, the boulangerie and the shops bars and restaurants. The imposing Chateau is just a stroll along the river and from there is easy access to the timber framed medieval centre with historic Basicila. Tours (in English) are available for both. Ten minutes away at the Lac au Duc you can find water sports and a 9 hole golf course. Horse riding and cycling and boat hire are all available nearby. It is also great for walks.

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Joyce Clarke

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Languages

English, French

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking in the cottage is strictly forbidden

Cottage should be left as found or a £40 cleaning charge is required. Or you can opt to pay the cleaning fee in advance.

A £100 security bond is also payable on arrival and returned at the end of your stay if there are no breakages or damage.

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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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

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This property does not have any lifts

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Josselin

Located in Josselin, this cottage is in a rural area. Musée de Poupées et de Jouets and Univers du Poète Ferrailleur are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Josselin Château and Kerguéhennec Estate. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.

Josselin, Bretagne

What's nearby

Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Roncier - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Tourism Office of the Ploërmel Community: Josselin Site - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Josselin Château - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Musée de Poupées et de Jouets - 15 min walk - 1.2 km
Univers du Poète Ferrailleur - 12 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

Ploërmel Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪Le Guethenoc - ‬12 min walk
‪Le Pere Golven - ‬15 min drive
‪Café-Crêperie de la Marine - ‬11 min walk
‪La Sarrazine - ‬8 min walk
‪Au Relais de l'Oust - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside cottage in Medieval Josselin, great for sightseeing or relaxing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverside cottage in Medieval Josselin, great for sightseeing or relaxing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside cottage in Medieval Josselin, great for sightseeing or relaxing?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverside cottage in Medieval Josselin, great for sightseeing or relaxing located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Roncier, Tourism Office of the Ploërmel Community: Josselin Site and Josselin Château. Musée de Poupées et de Jouets is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) away.

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8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

6 Oct 2024

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

Comfortable gite, with nice gardens, and coveniently placed.

Very comfortable, lovely host, beautiful 10 minute walk along the riverside to the centre of Josselin, which is a pretty town, with plenty of historical interest and a choice of restaurants

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

18 Sept 2023

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

Relax in Josselin

Quiet and relaxing with easy walking along the Brest Canal, lots of benches to sit on and watch the world go by, before walking up to the chateau and restaurants. Great!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jean C.

27 July 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

Ras

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie therese R.

3 Nov 2024

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

Séjour

Nous sommes venus pour une réunion de famille. Hébergement confortable et spacieux Propriétaire discrète mais présente en cas de besoin

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie therese R.

3 Nov 2024

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

Séjour

Nous sommes venus pour une réunion de famille

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Martine L.

3 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Josselin

Location qui aurait besoin d'être relooké et d'un bon nettoyage, sinon le cadre est magnifique

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilles G., Région Toulousaine

30 Sept 2022

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

Tres bon emplacement

La location est tres bien situee a 10 mns du centre de Josselin et a proximite du canal de l'Oust. Joyce est tres accueillante et nous a permis de passer un tres bon sejour.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Huguette B., ANGERS

27 Sept 2022

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

Ce serait parfait , si ...

Nous avons passé un bon séjour dans la maison de Joyce, qui est une hôtesse agréable, discrète mais attentive. Il est très agréable de rejoindre la ville en longeant le canal et le jardin est plaisant. La cuisine est bien aménagée, la maison a été repeinte et retapissée. Mais cela ne suffit pas à gommer l'odeur de moisi dû à l'humidité, la maison n'a aucune étanchéité et les huisseries ont beaucoup vieilli. Heureusement, il a fait beau et chaud, et nous avons beaucoup été dehors. La literie est de qualité inégale et il manque des stores occultants aux fenêtres de toit. Enfin, vilaine surprise à notre retour en découvrant le relevé de notre compte bancaire; le paiement a été transformé en monnaie anglaise, nous avons donc dû payer les frais de change. Nous aurions aimé en être avertis à l'avance .

Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Karen H.

2 June 2022

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Außen etwas hui, innen...

Die Gastgeberin ist sehr nett, allerdings ist die Unterkunft ziemlich in die Jahre gekommen, nicht wirklich sauber und sehr kalt!! Einzig der Elektroofen in der Küche sorgte für etwas Wärme. Im Sommer ist der Garten eine Möglichkeit, sich aufzuwärmen. Insgesamt leider nicht zu empfehlen 🤷‍♀️

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D., Donegal Ireland

26 Sept 2021

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

Lovely house in lovely area.

Stayed for nine days at this property. It’s a lovely house attached to the owners house, the location is perfect, just a short walk, along the most picturesque canal, takes you into the town. The large garden at the house is lovely and peaceful. The owner is a lovely lady, she is very welcoming and always happy to help with any enquiries you might have, she is very knowledgeable of the area, and she is very happy to share her knowledge. We definitely plan to go back next year. Jackie

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

danielle d.

1 Sept 2021

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

magnifique

authentique bien située et agréable notre hote est chaleureuse et disponible on a reçu un bon acceuil

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter K., Lisbon, Portugal

29 Aug 2021

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

Beautiful house and location

We loved the house and the location, by the river and within a beautiful walking distance from lovely Josselin. The garden was wonderful. The house is like your grandmother's house, full of character, but it does need a little bit of refreshing and a good scrub. Great communication with Joyce.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

serge t., Le beausset, 83330 france

7 Aug 2021

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

Très bien placé

Logement très grand avec jardin. Très bien pour les vacances

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

clemence m.

14 Aug 2020

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

Cadre très agréable

Maison parfaitement située pour un séjour au calme et près de la nature avec possibilité d'aller à pieds en ville facilement. La cuisine très bien équipée. Très grand jardin, ballades au bord de l'eau. L'hôte est très charmante.

10/10 Excellent

isabelle s.

4 Aug 2020

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

Idéalement placé près du château de Josselin

Très belle maison, accueil chaleureux, prestation de qualité

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Rhianna F.

28 Aug 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location

Lovely walk to medieval town, the cottage is very quirky and old but homely. Joyce is a lovely and welcoming lady Due to my husbands disability he was unable to use either of the bathrooms so If the downstairs bath was changed to a shower we would love to come again

10/10 Excellent

Audrey F.

6 Aug 2019

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

Agréable cottage

Une demeure tout à fait agréable où chacun peut avoir de l'espace. Le lieu est confortable même si la literie est un peu rustique. Grande cuisine très pratique pour cuisiner et un barbecue pour les grillades. Le jardin est grand et beau et permet de se poser à l'ombre ou au soleil. Et la proximité de Josselin permet de s'y balader facilement, en empruntant, si l'on veut, les cayaks du lieu. Les hôtes sont très sympathiques et permettent qu'on se sentent très à l'aise chez eux. Un cottage à recommander sans hésiter !

10/10 Excellent

diane w.

27 July 2019

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

Amazing medieval town

We had a lovely week. The owner was delightful. The garden was large and beautiful and backed on to the river. We all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Marc D., Antwerpen

15 Aug 2017

Gezellige woning in Josseline met hartelijke gastvrouw

Mooi huisje met gezellige tuin. Een vakantie op zijn Frans is de omschrijving die het van ons meekrijgt. Het huis is goed uitgerust, alles wat je nodig hebt is aanwezig. Hartelijk onthaal en de nodige info. We hebben een heel goed en rustig verblijf gehad. Joyce helpt je indien je vragen hebt en staat steeds voor je klaar. Wel voor mensen die van dieren houden. Er zijn 2 honden en enkele katten aanwezig, deze dringen zich echter niet op. Ze gaven onze vakantie een extra warm entourage. Er is veel te zien en te doen in de omgeving, een auto is wel nodig. We waren er 14 dagen en hebben ons geen moment verveeld.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Gordon c., East Yorkshire

18 June 2017

perfect location

a very serene large garden, so quiet and restful, outside gate to Canal, very pleasant walk to Josselin, not far. This gite is attached to a grand house, Joyce is really lovely lady and helpful, if needed, otherwise leaves you in peace. The gite is roomy, homely and has everything you need. Very hot weather , so was outside till late. Four of us had a wonderful restful week, the location and area is beautiful.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Jill L.

20 Sept 2016

The house was ideal for us with a great location and lovely atmosphere.

Joyce was very welcoming and we throroughly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful location.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Barry H.

16 July 2014

Josselin cottage with access to towpath to town

The cottage was quirky, homely and comfortable with a well equipped kitchen. We were very lucky with the weather and enjoyed the large garden, with direct access to the towpath into Josselin with its many restaurants and good weekly market. There is a good supermarket within five minutes easy drive for stocking up the large Miele fridge freezer. Joyce is a very nice lady who, whilst being on hand to help with any info required, did not intrude on our privacy at all. Her three large, but friendly dozy dogs and three cats were, as we are animal lovers, a pleasure to have around. The dogs were confined to the front of the house and could hardly be bothered to get up to greet us, and the cats though friendly, were easily deterred. None of the animals ever came into the cottage. We would comment on the one very adverse previous review that it was unduly harsh and unfair in our opinion.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa E.

20 June 2014

Vanessa. Wales

Great Gite, the photos definitely don't do this Gite justice. The rooms we're clean and comfortable, and the cottage kitchen is a delight with everything you could need and there was always hot water.The walled garden is a delight, in fact we spent most of our time here, as the weather was fantastic. The host Joyce was very friendly and her knowledge of the area was invaluable.. The walk into Josselin along the canal path was pleasure. Infact with the 3 beautiful cats it was almost home from home. We will be going back, sooner rather than later.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rebecca R.

13 Sept 2012

Excellent location, spacious,comfortable cottage

The cottage was perfectly situated for enjoying Josselin and the surrounding area-a few minutes stroll into the beautiful town centre with its shops, restaurants and bars and yet in a stunning peaceful spot. My husband loved being able to get straight onto the riverbank from the garden to do a little fishing in the evenings. The walled garden is lovely and very private-we appreciated the badminton net and racquets! The cottage itself is really spacious, with big bedrooms and a good sized kitchen and lounge. We found the cottage clean and the beds were comfortable. If you're looking for designer furnishings, wet rooms and a pool, etc., this is probably not the place for you. If you're looking for a clean comfortable cottage in a lovely location, you can't go far wrong. The owner was very helpful, providing useful information on weather, local attractions etc. Josselin itself is a lovely town. We hired bikes for a couple of days and there are plenty of planned and graded routes to follow. We really enjoyed seeing the countryside and pretty villages in this way. Carnac beach was a hit with the boys, as was Etel where they jumped about in the impressive waves. There is loads to do/see in the area and the cottage itself makes an excellent base for seeing this part of France. We'd have no hesitation in recommending this to our friends/family and hope to visit again one day.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

12 Sept 2012

402820 Josselin Brittany.

For the 3rd year running a friend and i stayed at the self catering Riverside Cottage known as Belle Rive but we have never reviewed it and this year felt that we should. The accommodation has a home from home atmosphere. Our bedrooms were extremely spacious and clean, well furnished and the beds very comfortable. The shower can be a little "quirky" but the landlady, who lives on site is most helpful and you only have to ask if there is a problem. The sitting room is extremely cosy. Guests have full use of the garden which is well provided with furniture and is a relaxing way to recover from a day's sightseeing! The cottage is thoroughly recommended for friends travelling together, for families and for respite when on a longer, more exacting journey. There is room for privacy when en famille. A beautiful cottage in a charming location with a lovely garden, maybe you will get the sunshine too. The prices are very reasonable for a three bedroomed gite in a fantastic location. In conclusion the cottage is a delight and we fully intend to stay again in 2013. Thoroughly recommended and pleasant hosts as well."

About the host

Hosted by Joyce Clarke

Moved from London to France, my children were educated here. Happy in the rural Brittany countryside.

Why they chose this property

This is an old fashioned cottage with a wonderful location, a short walk along the tow path into the centre of town. It is quiet and calm with a lot of space both inside and outside the cottage. Secure parking space and a walled back garden.

What makes this property unique

The tranquility of being on the edge of town, on the riverside but within easy walking distance of the centre.

Languages:

English, French

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