Pretty Rural Gite Near the Golf Course

Restaurants nearby

• Hostellerie de la Pointe Saint-Mathieu★ Michelin Opposite the grandiose site of the headland of Saint Mathieu, this hostelry, which was opened by her grandparents in 1954 and then run by her parents, is now in the hands of Nolwenn Corre. The family business has kept pace with its era while respecting its heritage, courtesy of cutting-edge fixtures and fittings that rub shoulders with old stones and a huge fireplace. Plenty of poise and acres of ambition depict chef Nolwenn’s personality. Her dishes owe as much to her virtuoso skill as to the 100% local ingredients, including langoustines from Guilvinec, scallops from Brest harbour, fish from13.9km
• Auberge de Bel Air This granite-built farmhouse on the banks of the Aber Ildut cuts a picturesque figure with its large garden and lake. On the menu: the fish and seafood cuisine for which Brittany is so famed, eg fillet of pollack with lobster cream. A rustic setting in which to really unwind.2.7km
• L'Embrun★ Michelin After competing on French TV's Top Chef and working in the kitchens of chef Olivier Bellin at Auberge des Glazicks, Guillaume Pape is flourishing in his own restaurant set up in modern premises. Working in an open kitchen, he serves seasonal cuisine de terroir dedicated to high-quality ingredients. His creations include flambéed pollack with a Champagne sauce, served with butternut ravioli and shellfish. For dessert, his iconic "Douceur de Lait" is a tempting rice pudding mousse with dulce de leche, vanilla ice cream and milk opaline.18.4km
• Le Château de Sable Time seems to have stopped here, in this tranquil spot on the coast overlooking the Saint Laurent peninsula, which can be seen from the plush, cosy interior of this smart seaside establishment. The chef uses local Breton produce.7.7km
• Peck & CoBib The chef and his partner have turned their former fine dining restaurant into a more convivial and relaxed eatery, aligning with the zeitgeist, with contemporary decor and an open kitchen. Romain, the chef, has not lost his touch and his market-fresh set menu is a masterclass of aromatic, flavoursome and deftly crafted recipes, such as hake steak with January king cabbage and a tarragon beurre blanc. Perfectly thought-out dishes, friendly and cheerful service, and excellent value for money. The customers are not mistaken; this place is a real winner!18.4km
• Le M In this charming, typically Breton granite house in the Kerinou neighbourhood in the centre of Brest, the atmosphere is contemporary and elegant. Tuck into colourful contemporary cuisine, in which chef Philippe Le Bigot sometimes gives expression to influences from further afield, although he does also make good use of local producers (fish, poultry, vegetables etc). In summer, make a beeline for the peaceful and pleasant terrace.17.9km
• La Tentation des Mets Behind a deep-blue façade in the heart of Brest, this small contemporary bistro offers an authentically simple dining experience. A local chef who learned his trade in the city before launching his own establishment is at the helm. The ethos is straightforward: accessible dishes, well-chosen ingredients and straight-to-the-point traditional cuisine. At lunchtime, the simple set menu is spot on. In the evening, more premium ingredients feature in a more elaborate menu: cauliflower and almond velouté, perfectly cooked pollock, spinach, candied lemon and wasabi. A place that embodies the spirit o18.2km
• Hinoki A bona fide Japanese restaurant in Brest! Hinoki is run by local lad, Xavier Pensec, a diehard fan of Japanese cuisine. Locally caught fish is handpicked with exquisite precision by the chef who reveals a genuine gift for the art of sushi and a deep-rooted understanding of the role of each ingredient. Sushi and maki are crafted in view of diners as the chef discreetly deploys his virtuoso talent in an experience that borders on ceremonial.18.9km
• Le Vioben In addition to fish from small fishing boats, lobster and seafood, you will sample slap-up gourmet cuisine that highlights first-rate local produce. It is not difficult to see why this seaside establishment is such a hit with the locals, who also come for its wood-clad, contemporary interior decked in trendy light fixtures and the friendly, casual vibe.20.0km

Includes Michelin / Black Pearl / guide picks (reference quality, no prices); data from Overture, Michelin Guide and others.