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Susan & Steve Anderson
Le Crann
56310 Quistinic
Bretagne
FRANCE

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M: + 44 (0) 77 62 94 11 11
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	Location


	Le Crann - A perfect place to discover Southern Brittany

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Le Crann	Location	Travel Times	Directions	Local Amenities


Le Crann



	Le Crann is a perfect paradise from which to explore the delights of Southern Brittany, including many beautiful sandy Southern beaches which are about 30 minutes away. Within an hours drive there is a huge choice of activities, whether this be beautiful historic towns, fascinating places to visit, a multitude of activities or the opportunity to experience one of many rich cultural events that is an integral part of Breton life. Or simply relax and enjoy the amazing facilities of Le Crann and the Breton countryside. The tranquil hamlet of Le Crann is situated in the commune of Quistinic, in the heart of the Blavet Valley - an area of outstanding natural beauty where time stands still, people are to be enjoyed and life is to be savoured. Situated at the end of a no through road, Le Crann provides a natural haven to enjoy peace and quiet with the comfort that your children are safe to explore Discover the old bread oven that served the hamlet, take a walk down to the ancient spring where only 50 years ago the inhabitants of Le Crann had to fetch their water or take a walk to the popular 16th century village of Poul Fetan, a “living village”; immaculately reconstructed to show life at that time. Le Crann means "crown" of a hill providing the perfect location for stunning views of rolling forested countryside. However, Le Crann is far from isolated. Whichever way you travel, the cottages are easy to reach and are 15 minutes off the main N24 motorway from Rennes to Lorient. It is an easy 1 km walk or bike ride to the quaint village of St Yves Bubry, with its traditional French bar and small shop for those morning baguettes and essential groceries. St Yves has its own child-friendly and relaxing restaurant together with its unmissable eclectic bar down by the old mill at Botconan. Back to top

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Ferries:
St Malo 2h
Roscoff 2h
Caen 3h 30m
Cherbourg 3h 50m
Le Havre 4h 30m
Dieppe 4 h 15 m
Boulogne 6h 55m
Calais 7h 10m
Dunkerque 7h 35m

Airports:
Lorient 30m
Rennes 1h 30m
Nantes 2h
Brest 2h
Dinard 2h

Channel Tunnel:
7h

Travel times


		Please remember to take into account not only the cost of the crossing, but your petrol and toll costs when working out the best option. These are hidden costs which can sometimes outweigh the extra cost of a longer ferry crossing. If you are booking with us, please do contact us for any assistance in this regard. Back to top

	Directions


	If you use satellite navigation the co-ordinates and address are: Co-ordinates: 47.913751, -3.17691 Address: Lieu-dit Le Crann, Quistinic, 56310, FRANCE By clicking on the map above you can obtain directions to Le Crann. However, six weeks prior to your departure we provide clear and concise directions together with sight-seeing tips if you have time to spare en-route. Back to top

Local Amenities

Grocery Shops	2 minutes	In nearby St Yves, an easy 1 km walk or ride away, there is a grocery store for those essential provisions and to pick up the morning baguette which is also open on a Sunday morning. In Bubry, 8 minutes drive away there are three grocery stores/bakers all of which are also open on a Sunday. In Quistinic, 10 minutes away there is a grocery store.
Bakers	2 minutes	The grocery store in St Yves, an easy 1 km walk or ride away, is supplied with bread fresh every morning from a local baker. In Bubry, an 8 minute drive away, the three grocery stores/baker all supply baguettes and patisserie and in Quistinic, 10 minutes drive away there is an artisan baker. In season, you can also pick up freshly cooked bread from Poul Fetan, the working 16th village. We can also recommend some of our favourite bakers if you are out and about in the area.
Butchers	8 minutes	The nearest butcher is in Bubry an 8 minute drive away. On Sundays, in July & August you can pick up delicious freshly cooked roast chicken and potatoes.
Supermarkets	8 minutes	There is an Intermarché supermarket in Bubry 8 minutes away were you can pick up all your grocery requirements. In addition, 20 minutes away in either Baud or Hennebont there is a wider range of supermarkets and shops.
Petrol	8 minutes	Petrol can be purchased at the supermarket in Bubry 8 minutes drive away on a 24/7 basis , where you pay by machine. Likewise, petrol can be picked up at the supermarkets in Baud, Hennebont and Plouay 20 minutes away on a 24/7 basis. LPG (or GPL in France) can be purchased in nearby Hennebont, 20 minutes away.
Markets	8 minutes	There is a marvellous array of markets from which to pickup fresh local produce and to savour French life. On arrival, we provide a full listing of all the local markets including any seasonal markets and brocantes (antique and bric a brac fairs) so you don’t miss out on your travels out and about. There are unmissable markets at the medieval towns of Auray on a Monday and Hennebont on a Thursday.
Chemists	8 minutes	The chemist in Quistinic 10 minutes away speaks excellent English. Whilst not as fluent in English, our guests have never had a problem with the chemist in Bubry as well, 8 minutes away.
Doctor	8 minutes	There is an excellent doctor in Bubry which we can recommend if required who speaks English. We are also available to assist in making any appointments or attending for any translation requirements.
Hospitals	25 minutes	There is an Accident & Emergency Hospital in Pontivy (25 minutes away) or Lorient (30 minutes away).
Bars	2 minutes	1 km away in the village of St Yves there are two local French bars as well as the eclectic bar at the old mill at Botconan, 5 minutes drive away. We are incredibly fortunate to have nearby the delightful bar at Minezan along the river Blavet; the ideal place to relax an have a beer, coffee or ice cream after a walk or cycle ride or a day at the river beach. For a 16th century experience, the tavern at Poul Fetan provides authentic Breton cider and beer or a traditional organic lunch.
Restaurants	5 minutes	Where to start ... we are so spoilt for choice it is difficult. There are over 50 restaurants in a 25 minute radius and we provide detailed information on most of these to ensure you get the most from your culinary experience of Brittany. Only a 5 minute drive (or a walk through the forest) brings you to our closest restaurant - the delightful restaurant in the old mill at Botconan where you can spend an evening relaxing overlooking the lake and sampling some of the best pizzas in the area. A popular option with many of our guests after the journey here or the night before they depart. We also have details of those hidden gems; the workers restaurants which the locals know, where you can still get a hearty 3, 4 or even 5 course meal for €10 including wine. We can provide assistance to make any bookings.
Take-aways	0 minutes	Just feel like relaxing at your holiday home but not cooking; we have the ultimate solution. A local English speaking chef can provide delicious home cooked meals freshly cooked using the finest ingredients - the table is all laid out waiting for you on arrival or after a long day out and all you need to do is simply heat up and enjoy. Alternatively, we have details of all the local restaurants in St Yves and Bubry which provide take-aways together with their menus. If any assistance is required in placing orders we are very happy to help.
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