Brittany’s Hidden Gem
Unforgettable family holidays
Welcome to Emerald Coast Gîtes – Family-Friendly Holidays in Brittany, France where children have adventures and parents actually relax.
Discover a different kind of family holiday in France at Emerald Coast Gîtes, our beautiful collection of ten stylish, family-friendly gîtes and lodges, nestled in the Brittany countryside just 10 minutes from the stunning Emerald Coast.
Welcoming families since 2007, we’ve created a special place where children can play, explore and make new friends, while parents enjoy a well-deserved break. It’s why so many of our guests return year after year, some for more than a decade.
Everything You Need for a Relaxing Family Holiday
With two heated covered swimming pools, indoor soft play, exciting outdoor play areas, resident animals and spacious, enclosed, car-free grounds, there’s plenty to keep children entertained whatever the weather.
Our beautifully furnished self-catering gîtes and lodges combine comfort and style with the practical touches that make travelling with babies, toddlers and young children so much easier.
And because parents deserve a holiday too, we offer an on-site bar, optional meals, family favourites such as pizza and crêpe nights, and organised children’s activities during high season.
Less planning, more relaxing, and precious family memories to take home.
Whether you’re planning your baby’s first holiday abroad, a summer escape with the children or a multigenerational family getaway, Emerald Coast Gîtes is the perfect place to enjoy a memorable family holiday in Brittany.
Our Story
Our charming and stylish holiday homes are the result of a loving transformation of a 19th-century stone farm and outbuildings. We meticulously restored the property to offer seven beautiful self-catering gites, from 1 bedroom La Boulange, to 4 bedrooms in No. 2 La Vieille Grange. In addition, we have added three luxurious glamping lodges, providing a unique blend of style and coolness with all modern comforts.
Our mission is to create a welcoming and enchanting environment where you can unwind and reconnect. Our gites and lodges are equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay, ensuring that your holiday is as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. With an optional food service, your self-catering holiday in Brittany can be as relaxing and chilled out as you wish. Holidays with babies, toddlers and young children don’t get much better than this.
Your Perfect Escape Awaits
The Gites
Charming and cozy
Our beautifully restored 19th-century stone farm buildings house seven self-catering gîtes, each thoughtfully designed with families in mind. Ranging from one to four bedrooms, these spacious cottages feature:
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Fully equipped kitchens
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Open-plan living and dining areas
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Private terraces or gardens with tables and chairs and barbecues
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Modern bathrooms
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Baby and toddler essentials upon request, Stair gates in each gite.
Whether you’re a small family or a larger group, our gîtes provide a comfortable and homely base for your Brittany adventure.
The Lodges
Luxury glamping
For those seeking a touch of adventure without compromising on comfort, our three luxurious glamping lodges offer:
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Two cozy bedrooms (La Ruche has extra cabin bunks)
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A well-appointed kitchenette, with stove, sink, microwave, coffee machines and airfryer
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Spacious living area
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Private terrace with stunning views
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Modern bathroom facilities
- Large gas barbecues
- Heating.
Experience the joy of outdoor living with all the conveniences of home, making it an ideal choice for families wanting a unique holiday experience.
Our facilities
Everything you need: Two heated covered pools, soft play next to the bar, Zip line, trampoline, climbing frames and acres of garden. Bikes, ride-ons, sports equipment. Children's activities in high season. Evening food service so you don't have to cook. All in a safe, enclosed, car-free space where children roam freely and parents can relax.
Holidays with Babies & Toddlers
Travelling with little ones has never been easier! From beautiful bedrooms for little dreamers to indoor soft play, a heated toddler pool and plenty of fun-filled adventures, we’ve thought of the little things that make family holidays special.
Your hosts - The Willis Family
Lesley & Simon have spent 18 years creating holidays that feel like home, combining their love of Brittany with a passion for hospitality. Lesley, with a background in the City, brings her flair for interiors and food, while Simon runs the bar, has perfected the art of making cocktails, finding great red wines and has forgotten more about sports than most of us know! Their children, Sam and Evie, grew up at La Touche and still return from university to visit. The family is completed by dogs Frosty and Pepsi and two cats. Between them they’ve been welcoming families to La Touche for nearly twenty years — and many of those families keep coming back
What Our Guests Are Saying
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“As a family we rarely return to the same holiday venue twice — we’ve just come back from our 5th visit.” — TripAdvisor guest
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“A holiday that actually feels like a holiday. If you have young kids and want that — go to Emerald Coast Gîtes.” — TripAdvisor guest
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“Lesley and Simon have thought of literally everything. This place is incredible.” — TripAdvisor, June 2025
Nearby tourist attractions
The Emerald Coast beaches
The beautiful Emerald Coast is within a 10 minute drive from us. You can discover the amazing coast from Cap Frehel, Cap d’Erquy, Sables d’Or les Pins, St Cast le Guildo and more. Our holiday homes are the perfect place for you to go out and explore what the Brittany coastline has to offer, from long sandy deserted beaches, coastal path walks, crabbing and rock climbing – you can do it all. Surfing, kite surfing, char a voile, paddle boarding can all be arranged.
Medieval town of Dinan and the historical town of St Malo
Within 45 minutes you can go to either Dinan or St Malo, both famous and beautiful towns in Northern France. Dinan is a medieval walled town with ramparts you can explore, river, viaduct, cobbled streets, beautiful boutiques and a Rapenzel tower. It is like being lost in a Harry Potter book. St Malo, the famous port, destroyed in WWII, painstakingly rebuilt, is another walled city which juts into the sea. Both ‘Must see’ places that cannot fail to surprise and delight.
UNESCO world heritage site Mont St Michel
Within an hour from us is Mont St Michel, the famous World Heritage Site. Explore the winding streets, visit the monastary and climb to the top.
Holidays in Brittany by seasons
Spring
Brittany bursts back to life with green countryside, wildflowers, and quiet beaches perfect for walks. Markets are vibrant, towns like Dinan and St Malo are waking up, and spider crab season brings snorkelers and divers to the sea. Flea markets, fêtes, and watersports return, and the spectacular Grandes Marées (Europe’s biggest tides) are a must-see. Evenings are still cool — the perfect excuse to pick up a Breton jumper. At the gîtes, we open for Easter with our annual egg hunt, Easter decorations, and a heated pool at 30°.
Summer
Summer is buzzing with life — night markets, free concerts, fireworks, and festivals fill the calendar. The beaches remain blissfully uncrowded, with watersports, walks, gardens, and medieval towns all waiting to be explored. Mussel season begins, and you can even watch the harvest in the bay. Back at the gîtes, kids enjoy movie nights, scavenger hunts, and arts and crafts while you relax with a cocktail in the gardens. Both pools are open and the atmosphere is pure holiday magic.
Autumn
Autumn paints Brittany in rich oranges and golds. Forest drives, château visits, and coastal walks are spectacular, while Grandes Marées tides return with crashing waves along the promenades. It’s scallop season, celebrated with lively festivals in the fishing ports, and brocantes and boutiques overflow with treasures. At the gîtes, we add autumn touches and mulled wine by the bar — a cosy end to adventurous days. We also have our end of season Halloween party the last Friday in October where we have a fancy dress competition, trick and treating around the gites, a spooky treasure hunt and serve pumpkin soup and galette saucisse in the bar.
