*NEW FOR 2011* Super 'maison de maitre' dating back to the 17th C is situated in the beautiful, tranquil countryside of Southern Brittany. Located in a quiet hamlet just 5 minutes drive from Josselin, supermarkets, restaurants & bars we are ideally situated to those wanting to explore, walk, cycle, golf, fish etc.............or just do nothing. La Maison de Maitre is seriously luxurious without the price tag. Five spacious bedrooms (two of which are 35m2) sleeping 14 awaits. On the 2nd floor, a family room (35 m2) comprises of a double bed + 2 children's bed. A en-suite shower room adjoins it with w/c + vanity unit. There are a further 2 bedrooms, both with double beds and a shower room with vanity unit + w/c. On the 1st floor, a second family room (35 m2) comprising of a double bed + bunk beds has its own en-suite with bath + overhead shower & vanity unit. Separate w/c. A second bedroom with 2 single beds has again its own en-suite shower room with vanity unit. On the ground floor an open plan kitchen, dining area with a 'cosy-hole' has everything to cater to your needs. Dishwasher, w/machine, oven, hob, microwave, toaster, kettle are all provided in the spacious kitchen area. The 'cosy-hole' is a seating are where you can chat, read, or just relax while keeping the 'chef' company. A large living area provides ample seating for up to 14 with TV+Sky + Wi-fi, .... A huge fireplace features a woodburner for cosy winter evenings. Separate w/c. Kids will love the games room where they can play pool, darts or table tennis. Fantastic oak beams features in all our rooms though predominantly on the ground floor with a superb oak spiral staircase originating from a chateau . For those winter lets underfloor heating will keep you cosy + radiators on the 1st & 2nd floors. The back door leads out onto a large, terraced area with garden furniture, an outside bar and 2 fabulous heated pools. The small paddling pool measures approx 4m x 2.5m x 0.50m for young tots and the larger one approx. 10m x 5m x 1,35m. The pools are electrically heated and surrounded by a beautiful slabbed area with sun-beds. The pools are surrounded with safety barriers and a self closing gate as to safety regulations. A huge garden features a tree house with slide which kids will love., swings, plus ample space for football, games........ Linen is provided except beach towels. For young children, pushchairs, highchairs, cots, & stairgates are supplied free of charge. Games, books, are also provided. General information on local amenities, attractions, general information are all provided in the gite. Changeover day: Saturday. Guests are requested to depart by 10am. Incoming 5pm onwards. On booking a 25% deposit is required to confirm your reservation. Upon receipt of this payment a booking form c/w terms and conditions, detailed map and directions is sent out. Full payment is required 6 weeks prior to the holiday + a security deposit of £200 per week.