House with character
House in Brittany
14 guests · 6 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more
About this house rental
Important condition of reservation:
- In the event of government travel restrictions (covid19), we agree to change your dates or refund your reservation.
- House dedicated to family stays is preferred.
- We will not welcome groups of friends to organize parties or festive events (ex: 30th birthday parties, weddings).
- Reservations in high season are from Saturday to Saturday.
Possibility to contact the owner for any exception after prior agreement.
The property
Magnificent residence of the XIXth century having belonged to the family of the painter Alfred Marinier. Listed in the heritage of the Breton coast, its neo-gothic, neo-Romanesque styles make it a remarkable architectural building, made of Saint-Cast stones. Entirely renovated inside in the respect of the great volumes of the time but with a modern functionality. You will find there the very warm atmosphere of a family house which will welcome you with its original waxed parquet floors, its large living room with its billiard table and its large fireplace, its more intimate small lounge/library, its large table in the dining room, its perfectly equipped kitchen and its large bedrooms equipped with retro bathrooms. Everything is there, the smells, the materials, the sounds, the style to feel good. It has for vocation to welcome a family reunion, a parenthesis between friends, a place out of time, with WIFI all the same. Its situation, with a panoramic view on the beach, the sea, the countryside, a few steps from the sailing station, you will reach it by a staircase from the property. Close to the shops but far from the noises of the center, close to tennis, golf and horse riding center. In the sunshine, you will have breakfast, lunch or dinner on one of the tables spread out on the terraces around the house. The whole in a 4000 m² park planted with lush vegetation you will enjoy the slightest ray of sunshine, well sheltered on the south-facing sunbathing terrace.
Nobody is disappointed by this rare ensemble.
- In the event of government travel restrictions (covid19), we agree to change your dates or refund your reservation.
- House dedicated to family stays is preferred.
- We will not welcome groups of friends to organize parties or festive events (ex: 30th birthday parties, weddings).
- Reservations in high season are from Saturday to Saturday.
Possibility to contact the owner for any exception after prior agreement.
The property
Magnificent residence of the XIXth century having belonged to the family of the painter Alfred Marinier. Listed in the heritage of the Breton coast, its neo-gothic, neo-Romanesque styles make it a remarkable architectural building, made of Saint-Cast stones. Entirely renovated inside in the respect of the great volumes of the time but with a modern functionality. You will find there the very warm atmosphere of a family house which will welcome you with its original waxed parquet floors, its large living room with its billiard table and its large fireplace, its more intimate small lounge/library, its large table in the dining room, its perfectly equipped kitchen and its large bedrooms equipped with retro bathrooms. Everything is there, the smells, the materials, the sounds, the style to feel good. It has for vocation to welcome a family reunion, a parenthesis between friends, a place out of time, with WIFI all the same. Its situation, with a panoramic view on the beach, the sea, the countryside, a few steps from the sailing station, you will reach it by a staircase from the property. Close to the shops but far from the noises of the center, close to tennis, golf and horse riding center. In the sunshine, you will have breakfast, lunch or dinner on one of the tables spread out on the terraces around the house. The whole in a 4000 m² park planted with lush vegetation you will enjoy the slightest ray of sunshine, well sheltered on the south-facing sunbathing terrace.
Nobody is disappointed by this rare ensemble.
Amenities
Pool
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Brittany
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Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviews
Guests raved about the impressive estate with beautiful garden, beach views, spacious house accommodating large groups, and friendly owners. Highly recommended for family gatherings.
10.0 / 10.0
We just had a truly wonderful week in St Cast. The house was perfect for our two families with teenage children. The photos on the website don’t do it justice - the views and all the amenities of the house, the beach and the town of St Cast all add up to a fantastic place to vacation. And Gilles, the owner, couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful. Highly recommended.
8.0 / 10.0
we felt very comfortable in an impressive estate with beautiful garden and best surrounding with view on the ocean and very near to the beach.
10.0 / 10.0
Our group of old friends had a great week at this beautiful & characterful house. The spacious house easily accommodated 11 of us. The setting is lovely, with a mature garden, great sea views and a 3 minute stroll to the beach. We especially enjoyed the pool table and petanque piste.
The town of St Cast is an easy 15 minute walk away, and there are plenty of great walks and beaches on this stretch of coast.
We thoroughly recommend it for larger family or friends gatherings. The owner, Gilles, was friendly and helpful too.
10.0 / 10.0
we spent 5 days in this house. We are a family of 12 people of different ages.
The house served us well. Everyone found their place and felt good in this house.
The house is well equipped.
Highly recommend to anyone who comes to visit Brittany.
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely lovely old house which is 3 mins walk from beach and 10 mins from town centre. Amazing views of the sea and beach from the property. Family that rented it were friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Agréable sejour
Super propriété avec beaucoup d’espaces différents et un grand jardin.
Les propriétaires sont très gentils.
La vie est imprenable.
Amoureux de la vieille pierre cette maison est pour vous.
10.0 / 10.0
Un séjour mémorable entre amis
Une maison exceptionnelle, bien équipée, une vue imprenable et un accès rapide à la plage ; Un lieu idéal pour un séjour convivial entre amis ou en famille
10.0 / 10.0
Magnifique maison
Une excellente semaine en famille, dans cette superbe maison, où chacun a pu s’adonner suivant son envie au billard, à la cuisine et au salon lecture. Très bon accueil des propriétaires, et la plage est toute proche. Idéal pour nous.
10.0 / 10.0
Vue exceptionnelle!
Très belle maison, très agréable.
10.0 / 10.0
Calme et beauté
La maison est magnifique. La vue sur la mer est reposante. Une terrasse au soleil permet de profiter de l'extérieur à l'abri du vent.
Nous avons passé 4 jours en famille dans cette propriété très agréable, bien aménagée avec tout le confort nécessaire...
10.0 / 10.0
Superbe demeure, à deux pas de la mer
Nous avons passé une magnifique semaine dans cette très belle demeure historique. La maison est très grande et plein de charme. Belle vue mer de la maison et du jardin. Les plages sont à deux pas de la maison. Très bon contact avec le propriétaire qui est resté très disponible pendant notre séjour.
10.0 / 10.0
Magnifique séjour en Bretagne
Nous avons passé une très belle semaine dans une demeure pleine de charme et de caractère, bien entretenue, particulièrement bien équipée et qui bénéficie d'une splendide vue sur la mer.
La région est magnifique et vaut vraiment le détour.
Par ailleurs très bons contacts avec le propriétaire qui est particulièrement réactif et sympathique.
10.0 / 10.0
Un séjour tout confort hors du temps
Difficile de savoir par quoi commencer tellement notre séjour a en tous points été formidable. De la communication avec les propriétaires, à l'accueil sur place à notre arrivée, à leur disponibilité et arrangements divers pendant notre séjour pour répondre à nos questions, bref tout a été formidable.
Vous aimez les endroits un peu hors du temps, alliant le tout confort (électroménager, literie et équipements) à l'authenticité et l'âme d'une vieille bâtisse, pour vous ressourcer, passer du temps vrai avec votre famille ou vos amis, cet endroit ne pourra que répondre à vos attentes. Vous en repartirez heureux et ému :-) Merci encore Gilles!
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent séjour
Nous avons passé une super semaine dans cette belle propriété de la fin du 19ème siècle très calme et très ensoleillée.
Cette belle demeure a vraiment une âme et malgré son âge possède tous les éléments de confort.
De plus la vue sur la mer est splendide et les propriétaires très accueillants.
Bref un séjour que je recommande sans aucune hésitation.
10.0 / 10.0
Hors du temps
Une demeure avec une âme, très proche de la plage, une vue splendide...bref un dépaysement total ! Merci à Enguerrand pour l'accueil!
10.0 / 10.0
Superbe demeure
Charmante maison ... à 2 pas de la plage ... Parfaite pour passer un moment entre amis ! Propriétaire charmant et organisation impeccable.
A refaire avec plaisir !
10.0 / 10.0
excellent séjour
Nous avons passé une excellente semaine de Noël dans cette maison très grande, pleine de charme, parfaitement équipée et qui jouit de vues sur la mer. Saint Cast est une jolie station balnéaire très agréable et une semaine n'a pas suffi à découvrir toutes les merveilles qu'offre cette splendide région. Nous avons croisé le propriétaire en fin de séjour et avons eu un excellent contact avec lui.
10.0 / 10.0
Wunderschönes Anwesen in einzigartiger Lage
Wunderbares Anwesen mit toller Ausstattung und Platz für die Großfamilie. Der nahe Strand und die schöne Stadt ergeben zusammen mit dem Haus die beste Voraussetzung für einen unvergesslichen Aufenthalt.
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic week at La Bertinière
We had a great week at the house which was really in top condition and showed the care that Gilles and his family have for the the property. There were 12 of us staying from three generations and the house provided ample space for bedrooms and also communal areas, including the large garden. St-Cast is also a lovely town with a nice beach.
Gilles the owner was very responsive and it was nice to meet him at the house at the beginning and of our stay. 5 stars from all 12 guests!
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing view and property, charming town and beach
We spent 6 nights at this house in July. The owner, Gilles, was very responsive, and speaks very good English for those that stumble with French. He met us at the house and gave us a nice tour and was responsive to questions while we were staying at the house.
The house was fantastic- plenty of space for 7 of us, a kitchen with a beautiful view, and several places inside and out to have our meals. It is located in a quiet neighborhood overlooking the beach. Our children, 9, 10, and 12 had a blast in the nice yard, but loved to walk down the hill to the beach most of all. Although we were there early in the summer season by European standards, there were activities at the beach including kids clubs, wind surfing, paddle boarding, sailing. The proximity to the beach and charming town were a highlight. There are several restaurants/bars and cafes that are less than a mile walk, and there is both a wonderful butcher and bakery nearby as well. A short drive to a large grocery is also nice. The house is also well situated to travel in the region, including St Malo and Mont Saint-Michel.
The house was very clean, and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked with utensils and cookware. The grill works well, but gets very hot quickly, so be careful to watch your food. There is an additional fee for towels/linen usage, but certainly worth it. It took us a couple of days to fully understand how to correctly run the washing machine, so I would ask Gilles for a tutorial upon arrival. We got our deposit back promptly upon our return home.
The only thing that would prevent me from returning to this wonderful property next year would be a desire to see another part of France with our children. Thank you, Gilles, for a memorable experience.
10.0 / 10.0
Un séjour de rêve
Nous avons passé un séjour merveilleux à la Bertinière. La vue sur la baie de Saint Cast de cette superbe demeure est extraordinaire. La maison est très confortable particulièrement avec des enfants qui ont l'espace de jouer et de s'épanouir. La décoration de la maison est raffinée et on se sent tellement bien dans le beau salon devant un feu de cheminée. Chaque chambre est confortable et la maison est baignée de lumière. Nous vous recommandons le Bertinière sans hesiter pour des vacances bretonnes réussies.
10.0 / 10.0
Propriété magnifique
Très belle et très grande propriété familiale avec vue mer fabuleuse. Accès très faciles et très rapides tant à la plage qu'au village. Le charme de l'ancien avec tout le confort moderne : maison idéale pour une réunion familiale. Ce qui a été notre cas puisque nous avons rassemblé notre famille à la Bertinière lors du mariage de notre fils.
Nous remercions particulièrement les propriétaires pour leur accueil chaleureux, leur prévenance et leurs conseils avisés.
Bref une excellente adresse à recommander !
10.0 / 10.0
Vacances familiales
Notre famille belge s'est réunie à Saint-Cast à l'occasion d'un mariage. Une partie d'entre nous a passé une semaine idyllique à La Bertinière. La maison est vraiment magnifique, très joliment décorée, très bien équipée (il nous manquait juste un plan de travail un peu plus grand dans la cuisine) et se trouve dans un cadre exceptionnel : les vues sont splendides et la terrasse superbe. L'accueil des propriétaires a été particulièrement sympathique et chaleureux. Nous ne pouvons que vous recommander cette propriété splendide dans laquelle nous retournerions sans hésiter.
10.0 / 10.0
Très belle maison , très agréable .
Nous avons passé une excellente semaine en famille .
La maison est magnifique , avec un beau jardin, une très belle vue et un accès plage facile .
Elle est idéale pour des vacances en famille !!
10.0 / 10.0
We thoroughly recommend the house and the region.
The house is a large, rambling house, both charming and comfortable. It was exactly what we needed for our party of nine adults. There was ample space for communal activities or private living. Pool playing was a very popular activity. The garden spaces were used extensively, especially the garden deck. The views from all rooms were lovely.
The property is a two minute walk to the sandy local beach and about a 12 minute walk to the local village. It is a very good base to explore the surrounding region by car or by bike.
We bought all supplies from the town shops or from the Monday market.
The hosts were extremely helpful, they met us on arrival and drove us to the train at St Malo when there were transport problems at the end of our stay. We would be delighted to stay there again.
Ann from Australia
8.0 / 10.0
New year in La Bertiniere
Magnificent old house with generous living accommodation. We spent a very relaxing week with extended family and new grandchild. Suburb location with easy access to beach and village. Restaurants were varied and of a good standard and bars were friendly. Great for coastal walks and close proximity to historic towns.
The plumbing sometimes plays up during showering and only one of the bedrooms has complete en suite facilities. The owners are extremely fond of the house and this is evident, improvements are in progress to improve the bathroom facilities. We all thoroughly enjoyed the house so the few oddities easily forgiven.
10.0 / 10.0
un merveilleux moment en famille !
Une magnifique maison, un cadre sublime, la mer à deux pas, pour réunir une famille au complet et en faire un moment d'exception ! Merci aux propriétaires pour leur accueil, leur confiance et leurs bons conseils. C'est un très bel endroit que nous recommandons sans hésiter !
10.0 / 10.0
Un endroit inoubliable!
Très belle maison, très lumineuse. Les chambres sont spacieuses et agencées avec beaucoup de charme, le salon était un excellent lieu de détente pour nos deux familles. Et la cuisine, pour nous cuisiniers, était suffisamment équipée.
Le jardin, la belle vue et la proximité de la plage ont parfait le tout!
Nous avons passé un moment inoubliable! Merci.
M. Noëlle (Vienne- Autriche)
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful
The house described, is exactly the one that you get! It was the perfect "home away from home". We were two families staying there, and we had plenty of room, and comfort. Just to add: the living room invited for lots of time in front of the fireplace at night relaxing, and the TV room really was appreciated for the much anticipated soccer game :-)
10.0 / 10.0
Magnifique
Très belle demeure spacieuse et parfaitement entretenue avec vues imprenables sur la mer depuis la cuisine et autres pièces de la maison. Vaste jardin et terrasse au calme. Grandes chambres et salles de bains avec baignoire (douches seraient plus pratiques). Belle cheminée et table de billard. Localisée à quelques minutes à pieds de la plage. Station balnéaire familiale avec de nombreux petits restaurants et commerces à 15-20 minutes à pieds.
Propriétaires charmants et accueil très chaleureux. Le soleil était présent et nous avons passé de merveilleuses vacances à 6.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Brittany?
The average price for a rental in Brittany is $140 per night. This rental is $726 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at House with character. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at House with character. Enjoy the water!
Is House with character pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at House with character?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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