Brittany

Holiday Villas from the Villa Company in Brittany:

In Brittany holiday villas with private pools are relatively rare, so at the Villa Company we are particularly pleased to be able to offer this excellent hand picked selection in our Brittany holiday programme - villas that meet our high standards and offer our guests a certain 'something special'. We believe no holiday villa in France would be complete without those home-from-home comforts. So if you're looking for family holiday villas in Brittany with excellent facilities, then we have Brittany holiday villas and gites in Josselin, Quimperle, Quimper and Roscoff.

See our French holiday villas in Brittany

Holiday villas Brittany France - Region overview:

Our Brittany villas are located in the UK's favourite area of France. For generations we Brits have made the short hop over the channel to enjoy Brittany's fabulous beaches, sail the clear seas and savour the freshly caught seafood that is simply prepared and proudly presented. For generations we have enjoyed the unique traditions of Brittany's proud people and appreciated the ancient architecture of its churches and villages.

Holiday villas Brittany France - Brittany coastline:

For those of you who are new to holidays in France, and for families who don't want to travel too far, Brittany is an ideal holiday destination. Brittany's southern coast offers sheltered bays with clean seas and gently sloping sandy beaches; the west coast offers magnificent surfing and dramatic cliffs. Brittany's northern coast is distinct again with the dramatic pink granite formations of the Cote Rose. Inland Brittany is largely unspoiled with gently rolling countryside dotted with charming, sleepy French villages.

Holiday villas Brittany France - Gastronomy:

On holiday in Brittany you will notice people queuing outside fishmongers at particular times on certain days, why? Because they will be waiting to buy the fresh catch and get it home to cook as fresh as possible. You're welcome to join in, the Bretons really want to share their cuisine with visitors. There is an abundance and variety in this area which is unmatched throughout France and this is superbly complemented by the numerous delicious local ciders.

Holiday villas Brittany France - Eating out:

The restaurants in Brittany cater for all tastes, families are made welcome and you will notice that the prices are generally very reasonable. Many coastal Brittany restaurants have stunning sea views and there are characterful restaurants inland that serve local fayre and fresh produce.

If you really want to push the boat out on your villa holiday in Brittany, there are also top quality eateries in the area. But it's the generally relaxed French approach and copious servings that we enjoy most here - and the service is invariably friendly too.

Holiday villas Brittany France - Beaches and watersports:

The sea lapping the Brittany coastline is warmed by the Gulf Stream around Finistere and the Golf du Morbihan. It is generally pleasant to swim in and most Brittany beaches are gently sloping; some set in sheltered coves ideal for family bathing. There are a wide range of watersports in Brittany; sailing is very popular and the numerous coastal inlets create perfect conditions for windsurfing and water skiing.

Holiday villas Brittany France - History and Tradition:

Provincial entertainment is easily found in Brittany, more often than not there will be a village fete or concert in a local town or village close to your Brittany holiday villa. These events invariably finish with everyone joining the dancing. The local music stems mainly from Celtic roots and is similar to Irish or Cornish folk music. Sadly few locals still wear traditional dress but if you're lucky may see ladies still parading in them at local festivals in Brittany. The Bretons are a proud race with their own language and many traditions are still practiced.

The Brittany region is scattered with many fascinating archeological sites, such as the standing stones (menhirs) of Carnac. As well as Brittany's culture and history, the shopping in towns such as Quimper and Vannes is also very good.

Holiday villas Brittany France - Getting here:

One of the main reasons why Brittany is so popular with holidaymakes from the UK is its ease of access by car. The area is served by regular ferries from the UK into Roscoff, St Malo, Caen and Cherbourg. Many of the ferries are fastcraft. There is also an increasing number of low cost flights to Brittany which makes the area increasingly convenient to access.