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Charming beamed Breton cottage with heated pools Southern Brittany

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Sweet Chestnut Cottage
Sweet Chestnut Cottage
Heated swimming pool 12m by 5m
Sweet Chestnut Cottage
Lounge area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Quistinic, Bretagne
  • Place, Village de Poul-Fetan
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Village de l'An Mil
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Venus de Quinipily
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lorient (LRT-Lorient - South Brittany)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming beamed Breton cottage with heated pools Southern Brittany

The units at Talhouet have been restored to a very high standard. They are very well equipped and furnished. It is an ideal base to explore the coast and countryside in Southern Brittany. There is a large heated pool 12m x 5m which is shared with our other gite, Ash Tree cottage.

Sweet Chestnut cottage is a beautiful cottage full of character with original oak beams. Spacious open plan living area with log burner. Freesat T.V. DVD Player. Well equipped kitchen, dishwasher,hob,oven,toaster, cafetiere,kettle,microwave, fridge freezer, ironing board and iron. Bed 1 - Double bed, en suite with bath, loo and wash hand basin. Bed 2- 2 single beds, en suite with shower, loo and wash hand basin.

Talhouet Kerquere is located in the very pretty commune of Quistinic, which is also the home of POUL FETAN, a restored Breton village where you can experience a taste of Brittany as it was a couple of centuries ago.

We are only 5 mins from the Blavet river where you can hire Kayaks or take a guided boat trip to explore the river. There is a towpath alongside the river which is not accessible to cars but ideal for cycling, fishing or just walking.

There are numerous restaurants and bars within a 15 min drive.

Newly opened in 2014 is a young childrens theme park called KINGOLAND which is about a 20 min drive near Locmine.

There is something for everyone in Brittany, a perfect holiday location for families or couples.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Quistinic

Located in Quistinic, this cottage is in a rural area. Golf Blue Green Val Queven and Cité de la Voile Eric Tabarly are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bay of Biscay and Saint-Cado. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hennebont National Haras or Rohan Castle. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Quistinic, Bretagne

What's nearby

  • Village de Poul-Fetan - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Village de l'An Mil - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Venus de Quinipily - 18 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Father Nicolas' Walk - 18 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Kingoland Amusement Park - 25 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Auray Landevant Station - 28 min drive
  • Lorient (LRT-Lorient - South Brittany) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Auberge du Cheval Blanc - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Total - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Creperie des Fontaines - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Le Chalet Creperie - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Ar Vadelen Crêperie-Restaurant Bubry - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming beamed Breton cottage with heated pools Southern Brittany have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming beamed Breton cottage with heated pools Southern Brittany?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming beamed Breton cottage with heated pools Southern Brittany on 9 May 2026 start from NZ$217, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Charming beamed Breton cottage with heated pools Southern Brittany pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming beamed Breton cottage with heated pools Southern Brittany?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming beamed Breton cottage with heated pools Southern Brittany?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming beamed Breton cottage with heated pools Southern Brittany?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming beamed Breton cottage with heated pools Southern Brittany located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Village de Poul-Fetan and within 16 miles (25 km) of Hennebont National Haras and Kingoland Amusement Park. Bay of Biscay and Rohan Castle are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nigel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool is lovely! Really peaceful location. Nearby Quistinic is a great little town. Fab area for cycling and walking, and we ate some amazing food in the local area. Really enjoyable holiday, would definitely visit again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2025
Thank you for your review Nigel, we are so pleased that Ellie and family had a good time. Kind regards Marcus
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8/10 Good

Josef P.

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

A week in central Brittany.

Good location for travel to the south coast of Brittany - 45/50 minutes to most places. Handy also for cycling especially along the River Blavet and the canal at Pontivy. Great swimming pool ! Help at hand if needed ( we didn't but always good to know ). Comfortable cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Thank you very much for your review Josef. We are glad that you had a good time, it's always good to hear that other people appreciate the things that we enjoy about the property. Thank you for coming back to visit the cottage for a second time. Kind regards Marcus and Helen Dodé
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

Perfect location for exploring Southern Brittany

We thoroughly enjoyed our 10 days stay at Sweet Chestnut Cottage. It was a beautiful setting, with excellent facilities and a great location for exploring Southern Brittany. Marcus, the property owner could not have been more helpful during the build up to our stay, plus Rosie & Rob the property managers were excellent throughout the holiday. We hope to stay there again one day. Thanks ever so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Dear Andrew, thank you very much for your kind words - we are so pleased that you liked the gite and its location, you certainly had some lovely weather. We'd love to see you and your family again for another stay with us. Kind regards Marcus
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely and peaceful week at Sweet Chestnut cottage, with everything we needed to cook and look after ourselves. The pool was perfectly heated and well maintained, and lots of space for the kids to run riot. There were guests staying in the other properties but it was easy to stay out of each others’ way. We rented kayaks on the Blavet river and our boys (3 and 7) had a marvellous time at La Balade du Père Nicolas, an “organic theme park” with go karts and slides etc only 15 mins drive away. The house was clean but “well loved” to put it kindly (and priced accordingly!) It worked extremely well for our needs as a young family of limited means.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2025
Hi Daniel, thank you very much for the review of your stay at Sweet Chestnut Cottage. We're so pleased that you had a good time on the river and in the pool. We'll have to investigate that theme park. It was great to briefly meet you in Intermarché (apologies again for the suprise!). We hope that you had a good journey home. Best wishes Marcus and Helen Dodé
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10/10 Excellent

Mo M.

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

A typical Breton cottage

A typical, quaint Breton cottage but all the amenities that we required were available. Having the swimming pool was a bonus and the area is perfect for visiting a range of attractions, for example. Auray, Carnac, Josselin, Etel and Poul Fetan village. Good communication with the owner in England and Rob, the on-site manager, was excellent and very helpful. We appreciated the Welcome Pack and would recommend staying.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
Hello Mo Thank you so much for your great review of your stay at Sweet Chestnut cottage. We are so pleased that you had a good time and that you enjoyed the area. I have already passed on your thanks to Rob and Rosie who very much appreciate your kind words. As we mentioned, the pool was completely refurbished this year which had made such a difference. I'm itching to get out there myself! Finally, thank you for recommending the cottage. Kind regards Marcus
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10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Peace.....perfect peace!

Beautiful gite in a very quiet location....just the sound of the birds twittering. The gite was spotlessly clean & well equipped. Some lovely places, close by, to visit. The manager was very cheerful & helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. ...he was on site everyday to clean the swimming pool. All in all, a perfect week in this gorgeous gite. Would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
Thank you very much for your kind review Mary, we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay in Sweet Chestnut cottage. I have passed on your lovely comments to Rob and Rosie who very much appreciate your message. It certainly is a great place to relax and get away from things. All the very best. Marcus
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8/10 Good

Jez F.

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

Enjoyable stay at Sweet Chestnut Cottage

The cottage was as described in the advert. A lovely looking cottage with all you needed for a pleasant stay. Only couple of points were the towels, which had been washed but did smell old and musty. The swimming pool also is in need of some repair work but we appreciate that this may be a cost implication that hasn't been achieved yet. However that did not stop us enjoying the use of the pool as often as we could.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2022
Dear Jez Thank you very much for reviewing your stay at Sweet Chestnut cottage, we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and take note of your two comments. We can certainly sort out the towels, they can easily be replaced. The swimming pool does need some modifications and we have plans with Rob our maintenance chap to start on these before the start of the next season. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your swims, it’s certainly been the summer for outdoor swimming! All the very best. Marcus
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10/10 Excellent

Sara Y.

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

A great place to stay

We spent a lovely 2 weeks in this pretty cottage. The cottage is clean and has everything you need for a very comfortable stay. The pool was a lovely addition. The location of the cottage was great it was so peaceful and there were lots of fun and interesting places to visit nearby. The information booklet was very handy and useful! Marcus is a brilliant host, very helpful and easy to contact via the message service. Rob and Rosie the caretakers were very friendly and always available to help with any issues we had. All in all a really great holiday. Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2022
Dear Sara and Bryan, thank you for the lovely review of your stay at Sweet Chestnut cottage. We are so glad to hear that you had a relaxing holiday, it really makes a difference to us to know that you had a good time. Thank you for being so understanding about the initial mix up with the other guests on your first night, as you know name plates arrived courtesy of my brother in law! Apologies too for the disruption in the wifi, at least you could use the main house for a while. Rob has now laid a new cable and it's back to normal. I have passed your kind comments on to Rob and Rosie, who I agree do a fantastic job in looking after the place and guests in our absence. Please come back and visit one day! Kind regards Marcus Dodé
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8/10 Good

Jonathan C.

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

Lovely holiday cottage in Brittany Countryside

A lovely holiday cottage in the Countryside near to Bubry / Quistinic. Fantastic pool and gardens, and the accommodation was just right for a family of 4. Unfortunately the weather was awful week 1; but the Gite is lovely, with UK TV; and good facilities. Be prepared to have to travel each day if you want to go to the Beach - approx 40kms to Lorient and 50kms away to Carnac and the Brittainy beaches. But the cottage had a fantastic swimming pool facility which was immaculately clean and well-kept by Rob! Bike storage is available and lots of outdoor games and bikes to borrow. Lots to do when the weather is good - but the location is quite away from any large towns and the nearby villages of Bubry and Quistinic are VERY quiet. Great for a rural getaway holiday when the weather is good - but there's not many restaurants nearby or things to do in the bad weather! If the weather is good - this is a fantastic place to stay and explore Brittainy. The hosts were fantastic and Rob and Rosie were very helpful and welcoming! (Thank you for a lovely holiday, and the weather can't be helped!)
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Dear Kelly and Jonathan Thank you very much for the lovely review of your holiday in Sweet Chestnut cottage. It was great to meet you and the boys. The weather has certainly been very variable this summer. As we were in the adjacent house at the same time as you, we know how wet it was during that first week - normally the first week of August is bright and dry. We have passed on your kind words to Rob and Rosie who greatly appreciated the feedback. We are so glad that you found plenty to do including a trip to Lac Guerledan to paddle board, a place that we love to visit for the same reason. All the very best. Marcus and Helen
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8/10 Good

Sabrina L.

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

Wunderschöner ruhiger Ort mit tollem Pool

Wir hatten erholsame Tage in Quistinic und haben die ruhige Umgebung und den tollen Pool sehr genossen. Das Haus ist urig, aber eben auch sehr alt und an kühlen Tagen klamm und kalt. Die Kommunikation mit dem Vermieter und dem Verwalterpaar war sehr freundlich und bemüht. Vielen Dank
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2024
Thank you very much for your kind review Sabrina, we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay in Sweet Chestnut cottage. We shall pass on your thanks to Rosie and Rob who look after the property in our absence. We were so pleased that you had fun in the newly renovated pool. Kind regards Marcus and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

Sebastien C.

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

Super séjour

Malgré la météo maussade, la qualité de l’hébergement nous a permis de passer un très bon séjour en famille.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Merci beaucoup pour vos commentaires Sébastien, ils sont très appréciés. Nous sommes heureux d'apprendre que vous avez apprécié votre séjour au chalet - nous sommes désolés pour la météo, c'était un été très différent de celui de l'année dernière. Nous avons connu des conditions météorologiques similaires à la propriété lorsque nous y sommes restés il y a deux semaines. Cordialement cordiales
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10/10 Excellent

Rüdiger M.

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

Schönes Haus in schöner Umgebung

Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit hier im "Sweet Chestnut". Das Haus war ausreichend für 4 Personen ausgestattet, sauber und komfortabel mit viel Platz im riesigen Garten. Natürlich ist der Pool schon etwas älter, wurde aber täglich gereinigt und wir hatten das Glück, während unseres Aufenthalts alleine zu sein, somit hatten wir den großen Pool und den Garten für uns. Der Gastgeber Marcus war jederzeit ansprechbar und sehr freundlich. Es gab viele Informationen über Ausflugsziele in der Umgebung, die wir gerne besucht haben. Die Hausmeister Rob und Rosie waren sehr hilfsbereit und schnell zur Stelle, wenn es ein Problem gab (nur Kleinigkeiten). Wir haben uns wirklich sehr wohl gefühlt - vielen Dank für einen unbeschwerten Aufenthalt in der wunderschönen Bretagne.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
Lieber Rüdiger, vielen Dank für Ihre freundlichen Worte, wir freuen uns sehr, dass Sie einen guten Aufenthalt in der Unterkunft hatten. Ich habe Ihre Kommentare an Rosie und Rob weitergegeben und sie sagen auch Danke. Es wäre schön gewesen, dich kennengelernt zu haben. Ich hoffe, du bist sicher nach Hause gekommen. Mit freundlichen Grüßen Marcus
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8/10 Good

Marie D.

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

Cottage au calme

Le cottage est situé dans un hameau isolé, au calme : idéal pour la tranquillité. Le centre du charmant petit village est assez loin du logement, mais cela ne nous a pas gêné. Le logement est correct : il faudrait juste rafraîchir la décoration, moderniser la cuisine équipée et surtout changer le matelas 2 places (les ressorts affleurent : nous sommes peut-être un peu difficiles mais bien dormir est important!). Enfin, à l'arrivée, le coffre-fort dans lequel était la clé du logement ne s'est pas ouvert malgré le code réalisé plusieurs dizaines de fois. Pour le coup, Mr Dode a été facilement joignable via la messagerie Abritel et très réactif (malgré l'éloignement géographique, puisque Mr Dode est anglais) : la dame qui s'occupe du logement sur place est arrivée dans la demi-heure qui suivait et nous a confié une autre clé. La gentillesse et l'efficacité de Mr Dode (que nous avons eu au téléphone aussi) ont été très appréciées.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2022
Chère Madame Démaret, merci beaucoup d'avoir passé en revue votre récent séjour à Sweet Chestnut cottage, nous sommes si heureux d'apprendre que vous avez apprécié vos vacances. Merci également pour les suggestions concernant les changements apportés au décor et à l'équipement de la cuisine, ainsi qu'au matelas double, nous envisagerons certainement d'apporter quelques changements avant la saison prochaine. C'était une chose tellement étrange avec la boîte à clés à votre arrivée, cela ne s'est jamais produit auparavant et nous l'avons soumis à la chaleur féroce que nous avons eue ce jour-là. Les pièces métalliques délicates à l'intérieur de la boîte doivent avoir été déformées par la chaleur. Notre bricoleur local Rob a ensuite desserré les vis qui fixent la boîte au mur et cela Par mesure de précaution, nous avons maintenant une deuxième clé cachée sur place au cas où il y aurait à nouveau un problème avec la boîte à clés. Nous sommes désolés pour le désagrément que vous avez causé, mais nous sommes heureux d'avoir pu résoudre le problème rapidement. Comme vous l'avez souligné à juste titre, le Vbro website était très utile pour communiquer avec vous, même si j'étais dans le nord de l'Angleterre à vélo! Enfin, merci pour vos aimables paroles concernant la façon dont nous avons traité votre réservation. Cordialement Marcus Dodé
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8/10 Good

THIERRY L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Jolie petite maison typique bretonne, isolée de tout, piscine de bonne taille,

Juste un petit problème présence d'une souris, et d'une chauve souris, difficulté de discuter avec le propriétaire anglais qui ne parle pas français, et de surcroit absent pour cause de covid, enfin le père lui parle bien le français, et aussi baignoire non équipé d'un pommeau et d'un mitigeur donc impossible de prendre une douche debout, juste un bain, ce qui n'est pas pratique lorqu'on est 4 et qu'il faut partager l'autre salle de bain !!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2021
En réponse à vos commentaires nous somme ravi que vous avez passé un agréable séjour malgré la présence des visiteurs non invites, la conséquence du positionnement du gîte en pleine campagne ! le ménage est fait a fonds après chaque locataire, mais une porte ouverte pendant le barbecue peut permettre un accès aux indésirables. Afin de résoudre ce problème nous allons équiper l’endroit de répulsif ultrason anti souris. Merci de nous l’avoir signalé. L’absence de pomme de douche dans la salle de bain est en effet un inconvenient un mitigeur adapté bain et douche sera mise en place avant le début de la saison prochaine. Comme vous avez mentionné, le covid a empêché notre presence, mais je pense que les bons services de nos gestionnaires sur place, et mon père de nationalité française avec sa facilité de communication à largement compensé notre absence. Nous espérons que vous retrouverez le chemin de Talhouet dans le future. Cordialement
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10/10 Excellent

Uwe F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2025
Thank you very much Uwe, we are very pleased that you had a good holiday. Kind regards Marcus

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