Plouharnel Polaroids

Bathed in sunlight, thanks to the sliding glass doors in the living area, this hideaway is a chic and cosy place to call home. It's just a five-minute drive from Carnac and thirty minutes from Vannes – ideal if sightseeing, sunbathing and swimming in the sea tickle your fancy. After your adventures, swing by Plouharnel's weekly market held each Friday and shop for fresh produce to use in the evening's dinner. Or, if you're not up for cooking, sample the best of Brittany's famed cuisine at the eateries dotted along the coast.

Back home, make the most of the gorgeous weather out in the garden – a glass of Breton cider and a perch on the outdoor sofas sounds like the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon. The interior is equally inviting, especially come winter when the pellet stove keeps things nice and warm. We think groups will appreciate the open-plan layout, which makes chatting, cooking and chilling out together a breeze. And after a long day on your feet – and a glass of wine, of course – you'll love curling up in the comfortable bedrooms for some well-deserved shut-eye.

Home truths:
*There's a ground-floor bedroom and bathroom here for those with limited mobility – the other bedrooms are located on the first floor
*Your host provides two paddles in the shed for sea trips
*There isn't a desk here, but the dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace if you need to work from home
*You'll need a car in this area – there's on-site parking provided
*We think the bunkbeds are best suited to children
*One of the king size beds can be arranged as two singles on request
*When the hedges are low, you may feel overlooked by the neighbours