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2 Bedrooms   2 Bathrooms   Farmhouse 
Sleeps 2 + 2

French Country Charm Near Mt St Michel, Normandy

Old world charm with modern convenience at your fingertips. Immediately comfortable and inviting, in the simple way French country living offers, with more of a feel of home than house. Contained, private garden, terrace,BBQ. In the fields of Normandy,GREAT cycling, and quiet time away from it all. Downstairs, open living/dining room area, kitchen, scullery and master bathroom. Upstairs, two bedrooms and en suite.
Accommodation: Self Catering |  Charge Currency: Euro| No Rates available
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The Property

 
Arc en Ciel, is upstairs/downstairs. 
There are two staircases. One is in the living/dining/family area, and goes up to the master bedroom. The second is in the kitchen, and goes up to the guest bedroom w/ satellite (UK) TV. Our home is not suitable for people who have difficulty with stairs. 
 
Bedroom 1: Chambre Celtic - 1 double bed, armoire, satellite TV. 
Bedroom 2: Grand Chambre - 1 double bed, chest of drawers, en-suite w/shower, east/west windows, sitting/reading area -- and room for yoga. 
 
Tiled en-suite upstairs with Grand Chambre, with shower, sink, wc. 
 
Tiled spacious master bath downstairs: vintage French double ended clawfoot tub, hot towel rack, toilet & bidet, open towel shelving. 
 
Country kitchen with gas/electric stove, self cleaning oven, coffee bar area, wet sink (cold tap) for food prep, original oak cupboards stocked with dishes, breakfast nook w/marble table at east window end of kitchen. 
 
Spacious open floor plan living/dining area with Godin wood stove, Breton antiques, couch and chairs, coffee table, high speed internet/office area overlooking garden. Second couch folds out for added convenience. Dining table seats up to 12. 
 
Scullery is beyond the kitchen with double stainless sink & counter, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, iron, ironing board, with access to master bath, and separate west end porte finetre which steps out into garden. 
 
Our private garden with west terrace, has a teak table, 4 chairs, and a long lovely teak bench for restful reading under the vines. There is a relaxing lawn, planted raised vegetable beds you may pick from, lavender, herbs, roses, fragrant flowers and vines. Our French gardener comes weekly for upkeep but feel free to deadhead the roses or trim the moss on the terrace!

French Country Charm

Breakfast Nook

Living/Window Desk Area

Garden View
Extra Photo Page

Your Garden Terrace

Accommodation

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Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
Sleeps  2   1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
Sleeps  2   1 Double Bed      Ensuite with Toilet, Basin, Shower
Extra Beds
 1 Double Bed
Notes
 
Bedroom 1 is the Guest Bedroom/Chambre Celtic. It has satellite TV/DVD, CD, Radio, and lounge chair along with double bed and armoire. 
 
Bedroom 2 is the Master Bedroom. It has bookshelves and a reading/yoga area, garden window, double bed and armoire, chest of drawers and tiled en suite with shower. 
 
 
Bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet, Basin, Bath
Notes
 
The Master Bath is on the ground floor. It is spacious, with an old, vintage clawfoot French double ended tub, bidet/toilet, basin, heated towel rack. 
 
 
Other Rooms
Kitchen, Utility Room, Dining Room

Facilities

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Laundry Facilities:
Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer, Drying Rack, Iron, Ironing Board
Catering:
4 ring stove, Single Oven, Grill, Combination Oven, Food Processor, Fridge, Freezer
Dining:
Dining room table seats 12, LoungeDiner table seats 4, KitchenDiner table seats 4, Patio table seats 4
Entertainment:
TV, Cable or Satellite, DVD, Radio, Computer
Exterior:
Terrace, Private Garden, Shared Garden, Parking
Comfort:
Open Fire
Services:
Telephone, WiFi, Cleaning On Changeover, Towels provided, Linen provided
Suitability:
Children welcome, Non Smokers only
Not Suitable for:
Small Children

Location Description

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Arc en Ciel is a 3 hour drive from Paris, or a three hour TGV ride from Paris to Gare Rennes, which is 40 minutes from the door.  
 
There are several great ferry connections from the UK -- and flights come into our regional airport of Dinard, one hour from the door. 
 
The closest full commerce town is Pontorson, a 10 minute drive. Pontorson is the gateway town for visiting the Abbey of Mont St Michel. 
 
Day trips abound -- Cancale, San Malo, Dinan, Avranches, Dol de Bretagne, Cambourg, Rennes, the Normandy Beaches, The Tapestry of Bayeaux...location provides easy access to explore the wealth of our region.

Location Details

Location Type:
near the Coast, Rural, Village, Picturesque, Peaceful, Historic, Away from it all, Relaxed, Inexpensive
Things to see and do:
Swimming, Rambling Routes, Cycling, Sightseeing, Canoeing, Horse Riding, Tennis, Sea Fishing, 
Roller Blading
Amenities: 
Restaurant 5km, Bar 2km, Cafe 2km, Sandy Beach 10km, Park 9km, Lake 9km, Supermarket 7km, 
Local Store 2km, Doctor 7km, Hospital 10km, Pharmacy 7km
Getting there:
Nearest Airport:
Dinard@50km
Nearest Railway Station:
Rennes@45km
Nearest Ferry Port:
Caen@75km
Nearest Motorway junction:
A 84@5km
Nearest Coach terminus:
Pontorson@7km
Getting around:
Car:
Essential
Taxis:
Some

Availability

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Occupancy Status
Booking Chart
Normally available on a Saturday to Saturday basis although may vary depending on season & short notice bookings
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Charges

No Charges have been entered. Please contact owner.

Preferred charging currency is Euro.

Normally available Saturday to Saturday

Contact Details

Mrs Ani Moriarty
Tel: +1 (0)206 3832847 between 7am and 10pm
Languages spoken:  English
Notes:
 
Easiest to contact via email!

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