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Coast/Beach
The spectacular river Blavet, as well as numerous large lakes, such as Lac du Guerledan, which has sandy  shorelines and safe swimming areas together with picnic facilities, are close by. Most of these lakes offer boating/fishing amenities as well as stunning scenic boat trips.  The beaches at Carnac, Quiberon and Lorient are approximately 45kms.

Nearby places of local Interest
The Village de l’an Mil at Melrand is very interesting and recreates life of 1000 years ago. www.melrand-village-an-mil.info

Poul Fetan is a genuine village from the 16th Century and has been recreated as a tourist attraction showing life in the 18th century with guided tours anddaily demonstrations such as butter making and watching the ‘washer-women’ at work.  The village is located at Quistinic which is just 20 minutes by car.   Poul Fetan Website

Golf
Golf de Rimaison - 9 hole Golf Course, Par 35, Length 2825. Near Pontivy this immaculate golf course has panoramic views, driving range, a restaurant and bar (Pontivy - about 10 mins drive)
Golf de St. Laurent - Situated in forest, the course was chosen for the French championships in the 80s and the National Open in 1995. 9 hole par 35, 18 hole par 72. (Auray)
Golf de Baden - 18 Holes par 72 or 3 hole par 9 course in pretty course surrounded by ancient trees.
Golf de Rhuys Kerver - Situated in the heart of a bird reserve, very flat with water obstacles and coastal scenery this 18 hold par 72 course is suitable for all levels of play. (St Gildas de Rhuys)
La Ploemeur Ocean - 18 hold par 72 course suitable for proficient and beginner golfers. Lots of sea air, all facilities (Ploemeur)

Travel
Ferry terminals at Roscoff and St Malo ports are both approximately 2 hours away.
Airports: Rennes 1 hour 45 mins / Brest 2 hours / Dinan 1 hour 50 mins / Lorient 45 minutes.
The use of a car during your holiday is essential. Click here for detailed directions.

Distances
The local town of Melrand with bakery, general store, butcher, pharmacy, post office, restaurant and bars a few minutes by car. St Nicholas des Eaux with its lovely canal, waterside restaurants, creperie and bars can also be reached within 5 or 6 minutes by car. The large historic town of Pontivy with plentiful shops, restaurants and bars is about 12kms and other historic towns such as Josselin and Auray are easily reached within 45 minutes.

Further details
The nearby town of Baud has 3 supermarkets, including Lidl, all of which stay open at lunchtimes - a rarity in Brittany! There are also banks, a good variety of other shops, doctors, veterinary practices and a small Saturday market.

Alternatively, the small town of Bubry, 5kms from Melrand also has a large supermarket, local shops and cashpoint facilities.

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