A 3-night break to Le Mont St Michel for £118pp
Hotel des 13 Assiettes, Le Val St Père, near Mont St Michel
Just eight miles from the most visited tourist attraction in France, the Hotel des 13 Assiettes is surrounded by lush greenery and pretty countryside. And there’s plenty to see besides the legendary mount. The bay surrounding Mont St Michel is labelled a World Heritage Site and it’s easy to see why, with its rewarding walking, abundant wildlife and interesting themed tours including one to view the Banc des Hermelles, an extraordinary reef built by sea-worms!
Combine modern-day with medieval charm – 3 nights from £158pp
Hotel le Jerzual, Dinan, Brittany
Dinan is perfect for any modern day historian, with pristinely preserved medieval streets and ramparts harbouring a cornucopia of boutiques, shops and crêperies. The Hotel le Jerzual is equipped with all contemporary comforts including a heated pool and Jacuzzi. Its location in the heart of the town means you’re close to all the historic attractions.
Spend the weekend in a watermill – a 3 night break from £182pp
Villa St Antoine, Clisson, Western Loire
A popular area for artists and sculptors, Clisson near Nantes is home to this eye-catching water’s edge hotel, converted from a watermill and perched above the River Sèvre. Guests enjoy a heated pool, sauna, steam room and spa – and stunningly picturesque views. With Italian architectural influences, the town is right in the middle of the Muscadet wine producing area.
All breaks begin and end with a relaxing cruise across the Channel on one of Brittany Ferries’ services from Portsmouth, Poole and Plymouth to France. The ships are stylish and modern with comfortable bars and lounges, renowned cuisine prepared by expert French chefs and fine service from an attentive crew – so the journey is very much part of the break.
