Brittany – A Land of Character by the Sea
Introduction
Tucked away in the far west of France, Brittany is a region full of charm, tradition, and natural beauty. With its dramatic coastline, lush countryside, and deep cultural roots, Brittany appeals to those looking for a more authentic, peaceful lifestyle. Whether you're seeking a permanent move, a holiday retreat, or a smart investment opportunity, Brittany has something to offer everyone.
Key Towns and Locations
- Rennes – The regional capital, known for its vibrant culture, excellent transport links, and thriving economy.
- Vannes – A picturesque, historic port town located on the Gulf of Morbihan, popular with both tourists and year-round residents.
- Quimper – The cultural heart of Cornouaille, famed for its faience pottery and charming Breton character.
- Saint-Malo – A stunning walled seaside city, perfect for holiday homes and seasonal rental investments.
- Brest – A major port and university city, with a strong maritime heritage and growing innovation sector.
- Charming villages – Dinard, Concarneau, Pont-Aven, Paimpol and many more offer quaint, postcard-worthy scenery and authentic Breton life.
Population and Culture
With around 3.3 million residents, Brittany remains one of the most culturally distinct regions in France. The Breton and Gallo languages are still spoken in parts of the region, and Celtic roots are proudly celebrated through music, festivals, and traditional dress.
Locals are friendly and welcoming, and life here moves at a gentler pace. Brittany is particularly popular with families, retirees, artists, and remote workers who are drawn by the quality of life, stunning landscapes, and strong sense of community.
Of course, the local cuisine is another major draw – fresh seafood, crêpes, galettes, cider, and the famous kouign-amann are regional staples.
Airports and Ferry Ports
Brittany is well connected to both the UK and other parts of Europe:
- Airports:
- Rennes – regular flights to London, Dublin, Barcelona, and major French cities
- Brest – flights to Lyon, Marseille, and UK destinations
- Lorient, Dinard, and Quimper – seasonal routes, including to the UK
- Ferry Ports:
- Saint-Malo – regular ferries to Portsmouth, Jersey and Guernsey
- Roscoff – connections to Plymouth and Cork
- Brest & Lorient – cruise and regional boat services
Top Attractions and Sights
- The Pink Granite Coast – stunning rock formations along the northern coast
- Carnac Stones – one of the world’s largest prehistoric megalithic sites
- Gulf of Morbihan – a sheltered inland sea with dozens of islands, ideal for sailing and kayaking
- Breton Islands – including Belle-Île-en-Mer, Bréhat and Ouessant, each with its own charm
- Brocéliande Forest – steeped in Arthurian legend and local folklore
- Traditional villages – such as Locronan, Rochefort-en-Terre, and Pont-Aven
Property in Brittany
Brittany offers an excellent range of real estate, often at more affordable prices than in other coastal regions of France:
- Traditional stone houses in the countryside
- Charming cottages and longères with rustic character
- Modern villas or renovated farmhouses with sea views
- City apartments in Rennes, Brest or Vannes
- Holiday homes and gîtes perfect for rental income
Whether you're dreaming of a tranquil life by the sea, a countryside escape, or a smart buy-to-let investment, Brittany is a region where your money can go further – without compromising on beauty, lifestyle or culture.
Our properties for sale in Brittany
FINISTERE. A Charming 5-Bedroom with all en-suites, a stone house in the village of Scrignac
LA MANCHE, NORMANDY, Nr Saint-James, 3 bed, detached country house, stables, 2 acres, post and rail fencing
FINISTERE. A large 4-bedroom property for sale, situated in the village of COLLOREC
BRITTANY, ILLE ET VILAINE, Landéan (Fougères), 5 bedrooms, 9708 m2 land (2 1/2 acres) outbuildings, pond.
CÔTES-D'ARMOR, Trévé, Detached house, 3 bedrooms, Enclosed hangar, beautiful garden and view
COTES D'ARMOR. A wonderful stone cottage, 2 beds which has lots of character near the village of Kergrist-Moëlou
COTES D'ARMOR. A 4-bedroom detached property within walking distance of the village of Maël-Carhaix
COTES D'ARMOR Countryside house of 2/3 beds with views and small garden with garage and shed
COTES D'ARMOR Charming 2 bed cottage on the edge of nature, with gardens and garage
FINISTÈRE: Plonevez du Faou. Beautiful, south facing, 3 bed stone longère with 2600 m² garden.
COTES D'ARMOR. A detached stone cottage, 1 bed with open plan living. Near PLOUGONVER
CÔTES-D'ARMOR: Pont Melvez. A Rare et Remarkable Opportunity. Former Breton Train Station to Renovate
COTES D'ARMOR Maël-Carhaix : A 4 bed detached property within walking distance of the town
MORBIHAN - A 3 bed stone house which comes fully furnished and has been recently renovated to a high standard!, near GOURIN
MORBIHAN, Locmalo, Detached four bedroom property with integral garage and cellar
MORBIHAN Detached 3 bed home to renovate, with garden, attached outbuilding, sheds and parking
MORBIHAN 3 bed stone house, close to Broceliande Forest plus another to renovate, large mature garden, parking, calm environment
CÔTES D'ARMOR Stone 3 bed cottage, well-presented with magnificent raised terrace, views, workshop, land
CÔTES D'ARMOR: Plourac'h. Idyllic Country Living. 4 bed stone Longère, Gîte, 4.5h of land et Leisure Pond.
CÔTES D'ARMOR Well presented 3 bedroom village home with sous-sol, garden, drive
FINISTÈRE: Landeleau. Beautiful, renovated 3 bed country cottage with garden and rural views.
MORBIHAN Beautifully renovated bungalow of 210m2, 4 bed, large garden, terrain total 1 hectare plus.
COTES D'ARMOR 18th century stone 3 storey townhouse, BetB or family home, courtyard and garden, garage
MORBIHAN - Meneac - Cosy one bedroom cottage in a peaceful setting, large garden, outbuilding, woodshed and space for animals !
CÔTES D'ARMOR. 3 bed home with wonderful garden, garage, outbuildings.
FINISTÈRE: Poullaouen. Charming 2 bed, 2 bath village house with potential to extend.
CÔTES D'ARMOR Ancient stone building of character with arched doorway, with land ready for renovation
CÔTES D'ARMOR, Rostrenen, Detached house to finish with adjoining building
COTES D'ARMOR - A 3-bed detached property with 1573m2 of land, close to the town of Carhaix-Plouguer
COTES D'ARMOR, Caurel, 3 Bed Farmhouse with Attached 2 Bed Gite, Outbuildings, Walking Distance to Lake
COTES D'ARMOR, A detached 2-bedroom stone houses situated in the village of Sainte Trephine
CÔTES D'ARMOR Dream countryside Brittany stone home with farmhouse kitchen, stone barn, beautiful garden
CÔTES D'ARMOR 4 bed spacious home with in-ground pool, terrace and garden. Perfect for family and entertaining
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Finistère: Plonévez-du-Faou. Exceptional equestrian estate. 3 houses, sand school and 5 stables. 3.5 hectares.
MORBIHAN. A stunning property! A 4-bedroom detached home, with beautiful gardens, near Gourin
FINISTÈRE: Huelgoat. Charming 3 bed cottage and independent gite.
FINISTERE, near Carhaix. A wonderful 4-bed detached property in Plounevezel
CÔTES D'ARMOR. A wonderful 4-bed detached property, situated in the village of Gouarec
COTES D'ARMOR, Near Loudéac, Charming 18th-Century Manor House, 4 Bedrooms, Walk to Village
COTES D'ARMOR, Near Mur de Bretagne, Two 4 Bed and 1 Bed Stone Properties, Heated Swimming Pool and Stable Set in Stunning Countryside
CÔTES D'ARMOR Charming 2 bed 'lifestyle' countryside home, with garden, sheds, polytunnel, and close to all amenities
FINISTÈRE: Landeleau. Fabulous south facing, spacious 3 bed home with 4 920 m². land.
CÔTES - D'ARMOR, Laniscat, Detached property, village location, two bedrooms, garage, garden
COTES D'ARMOR. A detached 2 bed stone set in the countryside with a 79m2 barn , near Kergrist-Moëlou
FINISTÈRE: Plouvien. Superb extended 4 bed family home with garden and outbuildings.
FINISTÈRE: Plougastel-Daoulas. Exceptional 6 bed coastal property with direct waterside access.
MORBIHAN, Silfiac, stone longere, four bedrooms, large hangar, land
COTES D'ARMOR. A 3 bedroom detached property, with buildings and with over an hectare of land, near Plussulien
MORBIHAN, Seglien, Stone end property, 3 bedrooms, gardens and old grange
MORBIHAN. A stunning property, 4 bedooms with stables with 5213m2 of terrain in Langonnet
MORBIHAN - Guémené-sur-Scorff - Village House for renovation, 6 rooms
MORBIHAN, Rohan, Stunning 8 Bedroom Character Property Along the Canal
Ille-et-Vilaine : Professional equestrian property with 13 hectares, 4 bedroom house situated outside Rennes.
CÔTES D'ARMOR Two houses with parking, terrace and tree-filled garden and land
CÔTES D'ARMOR Beautiful 3 bed stone cottage, ideal holiday home, well presented with parking and terrace
MORBIHAN Perfectly placed 3 bed townhouse with outside space, walk to your bar and bakery !
MORBIHAN - Near Locminé - 3 bedroom house for sale
MORBIHAN, Near Josselin, Charming 3 Bed Village House
MORBIHAN, Melrand, 17th Century property, two acres of land et Outbuildings
FINISTÈRE: Saint Nic. Spacious 7 bed home with attached studio within walking distance of the beach.
CÔTES-D'ARMOR, Corlay, Spacious 6-Bedroom Detached Home with BetB Potential et Outbuildings
CÔTES-D'ARMOR, Merleac, Immaculate 4/5 Bedroom Detached Stone House (1800s) in Peaceful Countryside
MORBIHAN, Guemene Sur Scorff, Exceptional Bar, Restaurant et Chambre d'Hôtes with owners' accommodation
BRITTANY, ILLE ET VILAINE, La Fontenelle, 4 beds, garage, barn, on 5526m2 terrain
FINISTÈRE: Berrien. Characterful 5/6 bed home and potential business to finish renovating with 6900m2 of land.
MORBIHAN, Ménéac,1.2 Hectares with 2,300m² Lake in Peaceful Breton Countryside
MORBIHAN, Méneac, Semi-Detached 4 Bed Village House with Bags of Potential
MORBIHAN, Meneac, Exceptional Fishing Lakes on Nearly 4 Hectares
FINISTÈRE: Loqueffret. Spacious, south facing 3 bed house with land and stone outbuilding.
MORBIHAN, Cleguerec, Fabulous original Old school house, 4 Bedrooms, gardens, private parking
MORBIHAN, Near Rohan, Detached, 2 bed longère, one level, outbuildings, 1.2 hectares and stunning views
COTES D'ARMOR - A great opportunity to buy a magnificent property next to the Nantes-Brest Canal, near Rostrenen
COTES D'ARMOR - A Wonderful Home in Brittany, a 3-bedroom property with a garden, in the village of Trébrivan
FINISTÈRE: Châteauneuf-du-Faou. Imposing 4 bed townhouse with garage and garden.
COTES D'ARMOR, Near Guerledan, Charming 3-Bedroom Detached House
CÔTES D'ARMOR Spacious traditional countryside 4 bed home with stunning garden, land, parking
MORBIHAN, Ploerdut, 3/4 bedroom detached property on edge of popular village
COTES D'ARMOR - A detached 2 bedroom property with amazing views! Close to the town of Locarn.
FINISTÈRE: Nr Huelgoat. Beautifully Renovated 3-Bedroom Stone Longère with Large Hangar in a Peaceful Setting
COTES D'ARMOR, Near Uzel, Charming part renovated 3 bed stone house
COTES D'ARMOR, Plessala, Charming 3-Bed Detached House with 2 Garages and Garden
MORBIHAN, Near Rohan, Charming 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath House with Panoramic Views and outbuildings
CÔTES-D'ARMOR: Plévin. 2 Fully Renovated stone houses in quiet village location.
COTES D'ARMOR , Saint Mayeux, Beautiful stone Longère divided into three Dwellings, Studio et Campsite
COTES D'ARMOR - A stunning cottage, 3 bedooms with beautiful gardens, near Carnoët
COTES D'ARMOR - A 2 bed detached property with a detached garage and 2343m2 of terrain, near Bourbriac
COTES D'ARMOR, Nr Mur de Bretagne, Exceptional Business et Lifestyle Opportunity in Rural Brittany
MORBIHAN - Equidistant to RENNES, NANTES and VANNES - Breton manor house on 7,5 acres
MORBIHAN, Magnificent three-bedroom thatched property with mature garden and views
COTES D'ARMOR, Near Rohan, Immaculate Detached 3-Bedroom Home
ILLE ET VILAINE, Les Portes du Coglais, near Fougères. 3 bedrooms.Private lake, woodland, field, gardens, 1.4 hectares.
MORBIHAN, Melrand, Superb property with annex, second house, garage, hangar, land
COTES D'ARMOR, Nr. LOUDEAC, 3 bedroom, detached house with land.
COTES D'ARMOR - Nr. Loudéac - 4-bedroom house in perfect condition, edge of village.
MORBIHAN, Near Baud, 3 Bed Longere and two one-bed properties, above ground heated pool
COTES D'ARMOR. A 3-bedroom property which can be divided into 2 apartments, near Rostrenen
COTES D'ARMOR, Corlay, Spacious detached 4 bed house, walking distance to Corlay








