Benodet | Brittany | France | Keycamp Apartment Holidays

Overview

At a Glance

They say that Bénodet is Brittany's busiest, and most famous seaside resort. And we're not going to disagree. But, honestly, don't be thinking Blackpool or Brighton, for this is Brittany, and busy really only means bustling. For Bénodet is really not the sort of place to ever feel crowded – even in high season. Its broad sweep of sand is the reason so many people love this spot, with its wide variety of watersports and good natured young crowd lending a touch of surfer cool to the quiet enjoyment on offer at other Breton resorts. Add a sprinkling of challenging golf courses, a cluster of bars and a spa or two and you can start to see why Bénodet really does have something for everyone! Your apartments here are traditionally styled and situated in a relatively peaceful spot, just a few metres from the beach – but, with a swimming pool on site, you won't even have to walk that far for a swim. If busy, not boisterous, is your thing, Bénodet is perfect.

Opening dates

09/04/11 - 12/11/11

Number of apartments: 26

Important information

Exceptions

Barbecue: not provided

Vehicles

Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

Dogs

Are dogs allowed: Yes

Price Includes

End of stay cleaning (except kitchen), bed linen, towels, cleaning kit, television and free parking. Prices DO NOT include refundable security deposit and tourist tax which are payable in resort. Please note: We don’t have our own couriers in resort, but the staff at reception are friendly and helpful and will be able to advise you on any queries you may have

Board basis: Self-catering

Out and about

The seaside town of Benodet is within easy reach of the apartment resort and here you have a selection of beaches to choose from. Regattas are held here regularly, and holidaymakers have plenty of leisure activities, golf courses, bars and restaurants to choose from.

On site

The following facilities are available:

A security/cleaning deposit is required
Preferred payment method: Maestro, Switch, Visa, MasterCard only as no cash or cheques accepted
Outdoor parking available (Free)
High-chairs available
Cots available
Dogs are allowed (€55 per week or €9.00 per day. Admitted on presentation of anti-rabies certificate.)

Reception

Languages spoken: English and French
Other services: Information, post, messages, urgent repair assistance, faxing and photocopying. Closed on Wednesday in April and October. Books and games to loan.
WiFi available (€3.00)
Credit cards accepted: Visa, EuroCard, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club

Shops

All shops and services are a 10-minute walk away in Bénodet, approximately 500 m. Pharmacy, doctor’s surgery and cash machine 500 m, supermarket 1.5 km.

Sanitation

Cold Showers

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

Pools

First pool

For: Family. Open 07/04/2012 - 13/09/2012 (Outdoor)
Depth: From 0.80m to 1.40m
Size: 66m2

Second pool

For: Toddlers (Outdoor)
Depth: From 0.20m to 0.20m

Spas

Sauna . Sauna not available on the resort, nearest sauna is 0.80 km from the resort
Whirlpool . Whirlpool not available on the resort, nearest whirlpool is 0.80 km from the resort
Spa . Thalassotherapy - 3 and 5 day cures Spa not available on the resort, nearest spa is 0.80 km from the resort

Extra information

Sunloungers
Sun Terrace
Deckchairs, mattresses and parasols available subject to availability.

Regulations: Parental supervision required

Accommodation

Apartment

Children's clubs

There are no children's clubs available at this location.

Activities

The following activities are available:

Watersports

Windsurfing

Windsurfing not available on the resort, nearest Windsurfing is 0.05 km from the resort

Canoeing

Canoeing not available on the resort, nearest Canoeing is 17.00 km from the resort

Dinghy Sailing

Dinghy Sailing not available on the resort, nearest Dinghy Sailing is 0.05 km from the resort

Kayaking

Kayaking not available on the resort, nearest Kayaking is 17.00 km from the resort

Sports

Tennis

Tennis not available on the resort, nearest tennis is 0.80 km from the resort

Squash

Squash not available on the resort, nearest squash is 0.80 km from the resort

Horse Riding

Fishing

Fishing is not available on the resort, nearest fishing is 0.03 km from the resort

Golf

No golf course on the resort, nearest golf course is 6.00 km from the resort

Specialist Activities

Thalassotherapy - 3 and 5 day cures

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

Local attractions

The following local attractions are available:

Nearby

Nearest beach: Benodet's beach is just 50 metres away. Direct access

Shopping

Nearest town/village: Benodet: 1km

Places of Interest

Locronan
Concarneau
Quimper
Pont Aven
Douarnenez
Auray

Activities

Water sports: U.C.P.A. sailing centre: wide range of water sports at Le Fort du Coq (50 m) +33 (0)2 98 57 16 09. Canoe-kayaking with the Quimper-Bénodet club at the old Cale du Bac dock (17 km) +33 (0)2 98 53 19 99. Tennis and squash: Ker-Moor Club at the Ker-Moor Hotel, Corniche de la Plage, offers tennis and squash with 5 outdoor tennis courts and 1 squash court (800 m) +33 (0)2 98 57 04 48. Odet-Clohars-Fouesnant Golf Club (6 km): 18-hole and compact 9-hole courses, practice range +33(0)2 98 54 87 88. Preferential rates: 10% for Pierre & Vacances guests off the green fees for the 18-hole. Horse-riding: Kerancoreden Pony Club in Gouesnac'h (6 km)+33 (0)2 98 54 67 07. Fishing in river and sea. Walks on the customs officers’ paths: hiking or mountain biking. Bicycle rental possible. Boat rides (only during French school holidays). Casino on the Corniche de la Mer (800 m) +33 (0)2 98 66 27 27.

Attractions

The resort: Bénodet, with its old harbour and marina, is located at the mouth of the Odet, on the Cornouaille coast. Two lighthouses, Le Phare du Coq and Le Phare de la Pyramide (191 steps – 48 metres): a panoramic view of the coast from the Bay of Concarneau to the Eckmühl lighthouse and the Glénan Islands out at sea. Churches: Saint-Thomas and Notre Dame de la Mer as well as Perguet Chapel. The Pont de Cornouaille: an elegant 610 m long bridge, overhanging the Odet river by 30 m with a superb view of Bénodet port, Sainte-Marine and the estuary, and the Odet upstream. Les Vedettes de l’Odet (trips on the Odet, a river bordered by 15 châteaux), to the Glénans Islands. The surrounding area: The Artists’ Route in Cornouaille (1850-1950): the Quimper region and the Odet Valley, the Bay of Douarnenez and Cap Sizun, the Bigouden region, Bénodet, the Baie de la Forêt, plus Concarneau, Pont-Aven, Le Pouldu, Quimperlé, Pays des Avens (15-30 km). Quimper (18 km) and its 13th – 19th century Saint-Corentin cathedral, the old districts, the Breton Regional Museum, the Fine Art Museum, earthenware factories and potteries, the Jules Verlinghe earthenware museum, the Romanesque Church, the Bishop’s Palace Garden, the theatre and much more.