A dwelling with sea views and direct access to the beach, facing the Isle of Women, in Brittany - ref 858874
A dwelling with sea views and direct access to the beach, facing the Isle of Women, in Brittany.
On a small rocky arrow-like promontory that juts out into the sea, the property is located in the traditional Breton town of Penvénan, with nearly 2,500 inhabitants, which combines a wild and untamed natural coastline with a rich historical heritage (islands, megaliths, chapels) as well as a dynamic community life. Lively and attractive, the town boasts many local shops, a weekly green market as well as a wide range of services, supplemented with tourism-based amenities and various recreational activities around Port-Blanc.
In addition, less than ten minutes away is the village of Buguélès, with its strong maritime identity, authentic port and renowned summertime cultural activities, while the closest train station is in Lannion (26 minutes), which makes it possible to reach the capital n 3.5 hours.
The property is accessible via a wide and open road, which leads to a small car park used by shore fishermen, hikers and Penvénan residents before continuing its trajectory towards the Dunes white sand beach, three minutes away by car. Nearby, the GR34 hiking trail winds its way along the coast, while the quiet neighbourhood in which the property is located alternates between main residences and second homes. Entirely surrounded by walls, the property is accessible via two entrances: a small white wooden gate as well as another larger gate, similar in style, which makes it possible to park several vehicles on the property.
On the dwelling's sea-facing side, a low wall, separating the property from a pebble beach, makes it possible to enjoy breath-taking maritime panoramas, while, on the dwelling's street side, this low wall is extended by a hedge, which creates a natural setting that effectively shields the property from view.
As for the dwelling, featuring two right-angle structures, it is topped with two perpendicular slate gable roofs and abuts an outbuilding with skylights. With its entrance hidden behind a cypress tree, the latter is arranged around a small entrance hall that provides access to two summer bedrooms with sea views.
Featuring two pairs of white wooden shutters, the dwelling is partially elevated and includes a basement garage in its lower section, while besides one plaster-coated wall, the exteriors, cadenced by several hanging dormers on either side, which add undeniable charm, are built out of pointed granite rubble stone with ashlar stone window/door surrounds.
The Dwelling
The ground floor
The dwelling's main entrance is accessible via a couple of front steps that lead to a wooden door topped with a fanlight, which opens on to an immense living room with enchanting views of the sea. With cream-colour walls and floors, which contrast with its current occupants' antique wood furniture, its granite fireplace was restored and a wood-burning stove has now replaced its original hearth.
With gorgeous sea views from every room, the dwelling features aluminium-framed, thick glass windows throughout this level, while a wide hallway provides access to a kitchen - which communicates with the seafront garden via a partially glazed door - as well as a bathroom with a lavatory, located in the extension behind the house.
Nearby, a room, with numerous possibilities, features a working fireplace and could be turned into a study, a library or a bedroom, whereas the wooden doors that separate the dwelling's different interior spaces are, for the most part, fitted with medium glass panes that allow the light to circulate freely.
The upstairs
This level is accessible via a solid wooden staircase that leads to an initial landing with hardwood floors, which then communicates with a bedroom as well as a small artist's studio. Featuring many cupboards, white walls and oak-colour, wood-panelled ...
