Chateau Lignol
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Chateau Lignol is a 14th century hunting lodge - a miniature castle in the middle of the Brittany countryside.
A slice of French charm without overwhelming acre...
Overview
Chateau Lignol is a 14th century hunting lodge - a miniature castle in the middle of the Brittany countryside.
A slice of French charm without overwhelming acreage, Chateau Lignol is tucked away behind Breton farmland. A long track opens up onto a vista of the famous tower which can be glimpsed through the trees. A stay at Chateau Lignol is the perfect opportunity to explore and immerse yourself in the peaceful and beautiful local area. Surrounded by farmland, this is truly rural France at its best.
Built in 1251, it was used as a hunting lodge for the Princes of Rohan from 1384 when they wanted a bolthole from the hustle of nearby Guémené sur Scorff. It is five minutes by road to a compact busy village that boasts three boulangeries, a cinema and a weekly market, as well as an active cultural life.
The chateau is a reflection of the owner's eclectic and antique style. The airy spaces of the salons and the kitchen show off the candles, fabrics and salvaged stage pieces that shine in the restored rooms.
| Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel |
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Yey! Wait… what is that? What’s included? |
What you should know…
- The shabby-chic interior would suit a party that loves something different.
- Due to the rural location, a car is a must.
Property Features
Villa Interior
The Chateau offers 4 bedrooms (3 double beds and 4 single beds) all with en-suites bathrooms.Some units also have a terrace and/or patio.
The spacious kitchen comes equipped with oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, coffee machine and kettle.
There is also a lovely dining room and two sitting rooms with a flat screen satellite TV.
Outside Grounds
The chateau sits in 4 acres of land and the garden has a trampoline, outdoor eating area with BBQ and a child-safe pool. The gorgeous 10x6m pool is heated during the summer months only (June to September). Free parking is available.
Facilities
Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and guests will also find a Drum Kit, Football, Board Games (Monopoly,Trivial Pursuits, Cluedo, Jigsaw, Cards, Dominos, Chess Set).
Location
About the surrounding area of Chateau LignolThe town centre of Guémené-sur-Scorff is five minutes by road to a compact busy village that boasts three boulangeries, a cinema and a weekly market, as well as an active cultural life.
The nearest beaches are Guidel and Larmor Plage, which are 40 minutes away by car.
The nearest airports are Dinard and Brest, which are both a 2 hour drive away.
The nearest ferry ports are St Malo and Roscoff which are both approx 2 hours away.
Saint-Barthélemy and Lorient are respectively 20 and 35 km away.
A bit further afield, Pont-Aven (44 km) and Auray (46 km) make for interesting day trips out.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Brest
(122km) |
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| Nearest Ferry port |
Roscoff
(130km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Guémené-sur-Scorff
(3km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Pontivy
(25km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Guémené-sur-Scorff
(3km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Guémené-sur-Scorff
(3km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Guidel
(54km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Guémené-sur-Scorff
(3km) |
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Region
Brittany is famed chiefly for its beaches, and with so much coastline to explore it’s certainly one of the best reasons to visit the region. But there’s more to Brittany than sun, sea and sand, and while a good chunk of our villas and chateaux in Brittany are found next to the coast the ones further inland are just as tempting. Want to get the inside scoop on Brittany before you book? You’ll find our full Brittany travel guide below, full of tips, inspiration and great things to do.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesBaby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Child-Safe Pool
- Heated Pool
- Indoor Games
- Table Football
- DVD
- Toys
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
| Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel |
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With a vill’otel holiday, you can enjoy all these services throughout your stay: Interested? |
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help.
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
Chateau Lignol is a beautiful setting for a fairy tale wedding, family celebration or party. The 14t...
Read moreEvent information
Chateau Lignol is a beautiful setting for a fairy tale wedding, family celebration or party. The 14th century castle boasts spectacular reception rooms whilst the extensive grounds and gardens are perfect for a marquee or outdoor event.
Indoor capacity: 80 guests seated in reception room
Outdoor capacity: 120 guests in marquee
The owners can recommend a large variety of caterers with menus including:
- Fish and chip suppers
- Family meals
- Hog roasts for up to 80 guests
- Individual meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, picnics etc.
The owners can also recommend a marquee hire company, wedding/party planner, additional local accommodation and any other services you may require.
Please do not hesitate to contact the Oliver’s Travels concierge team and our dedicated wedding consultant for more information about rates and availability.
| Security deposit | £500 charged to clients' credit card prior to arrival. |
| Arrival time | After 3.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | Before 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £500 charged to clients' credit card prior to arrival. |
| Arrival time | After 3.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | Before 10.00 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Included. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, including pool towels. |
| Pets welcome? | Pets allowed. |
| Changeover day | Saturday |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outdoors only. |
| Insurance | It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property. |
| Pool heating charge? | No. The pool is heated during Easter and from June to August only. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 10 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Apr 19th 2019 - May 18th 2019 | £2,688 |
| May 18th 2019 - Jun 22nd 2019 | £3,225 |
| Jun 22nd 2019 - Jun 29th 2019 | £3,763 |
| Jun 29th 2019 - Aug 24th 2019 | £3,763 |
| Aug 24th 2019 - Aug 31st 2019 | £3,225 |
| Aug 31st 2019 - Sep 21st 2019 | £3,225 |
| Sep 21st 2019 - Dec 23rd 2019 | £2,688 |
| Dec 23rd 2019 - Jan 4th 2020 | £2,957 |
| Jan 4th 2020 - May 16th 2020 | £2,688 |
| May 16th 2020 - Jun 20th 2020 | £3,225 |
| Jun 20th 2020 - Jun 27th 2020 | £3,763 |
| Jun 27th 2020 - Aug 22nd 2020 | £3,763 |
| Aug 22nd 2020 - Aug 29th 2020 | £3,225 |
| Aug 29th 2020 - Sep 19th 2020 | £3,225 |
| Sep 19th 2020 - Oct 20th 2020 | £2,688 |
Please note that prices may not be 100% accurate for dates outside of the current calendar year. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
How long have you owned the property?
Since September 2002
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
The tower that was straight out of a fa...
Owner Profile
How long have you owned the property?
Since September 2002
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
The tower that was straight out of a fairy tale, an absolute Rapunzel haunt,
it was exactly what we were looking for in a home: a beautiful, large house that we could fall in love with: then the impressive gates and the woodlands.
Are there any interesting stories in its history?
Many; it was recorded as being here since the 1250's, the Prince of Rohan stayed here – Jean 1st who passed it to his son, Charles, although we do not have a record if either of them was Charming, it is a touch of royalty to the house; Bothwere related to Duchesse Anne de Bretagne, they used it as a hunting lodge. The ancient motte to the side is called The Fairy Mound by the locals and has been romanced as a fairy portal for decades.
During the Second World War it was used as a refuge for the children from Lorient, who had been made homeless by the attack on the submarine base.
Many years later, an old man turned up at our door and was reminiscing about his marvellous adventures in the countryside, escaping from the terrors of Lorient to the safety of Cravial.
For anyone coming to stay is there anything in the surrounding area they should...
Really do?
During July and August Guemene is especially busy with the fete d'Adouille – a local sausage – and a huge open air brocante – second hand fair – and every second year three is a street carnaval with massive floats.
Really eat?
Crepes and galettes – there is a distinct difference and you need to taste both!
Really see?
The restored Castle and Royal Baths in Guemene sur Scorff, the original home of the Princes of Rohan, now opened to explore and climb the battlements and see the thermal baths used by the Queen of Rohan. Also, in Pontivy, the main chateau for the canton.
What insider tip would you pass on about the property or area?
Pack your walking boots: the countryside around here is riddled with well-marked, winding paths through valleys, beside rivers and into woodlands.
In the evening, the crows coming in to roost are best watched with a glass of wine as it marks the end of the day in Cravial.
Reviews
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Meget fint
Altid venlig, hjælpsom, personlig og effektiv behandling
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Amazing Week!
We spent an amazing week at Chateau Lignol. We chose the Chateau as it looks beautiful but I will be honest the pictures do not do it justice as once you are there it looks even more amazing. The garden was great to entertain children of all ages, with the fenced swimming pool and the trampoline which were used and abused on a daily basis by our children. I loved relaxing in the bath and chilling by the the pool with a nice glass of wine. It was also so quiet with only the landlord (ever so discreet and still always there to assist should you need anything) and a farmer as neighbors that you can truly enjoy the serene surrounding. Yet it is only one hour from Concarneau and its lovely beaches to which we went on two occasions. We also used the service proposed for a cook, Sharon, whom we highly recommend (especially her beef stroganoff which is out of this world!) who preempted all our needs and who prepared all our breakfasts, beautifully laid out, few meals and a party buffet which we had with some friends at the Chateau. Everything looked amazing and tasted great as well! It will remain a beautiful memory of a true holiday where everyone truly relaxed and enjoy themselves! Thanks for this amazing location and property!
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We will be back
We love it and would like to book again for next year!
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Magical Chateau
There is something quite magical about Chateau Lignol, it envelops you and each day you relax a little more as you open the shutters onto green space and fields. You really are in your own little private heaven. Its a 14th Century hunting lodge with all the quirkiness of an older building that you just don't get with new properties.
We were a party of 8 with 4 young children and enjoyed being able to unwind in the old chateau and the grounds. The children loved the lawned area for playing games and taking off their next superhero adventure.
We were sorry to leave the property and look back on it with fond memories. -
Beautiful and Charming place to Stay
Wonderful service from the owner Linda who does everything possible to make your stay enjoyable. This beautiful rural chateau is steeped in history and has a very eclectic decor in a shabby-chic style which would suit a group of friends or family that love something a bit different.
Don't miss out! Reserve now and get a full refund if you change your mind within 48hrs.