Unique 7 bedroom House for sale with sea view in Dinard, Brittany
Dinard and Saint-Malo, Brittany.
This exceptional coastal residence combines heritage, comfort and outdoor living in spectacular surroundings.
Overlooking the Rance Estuary, the property enjoys changing waterside scenery, mature gardens, shaded terraces for summer relaxation, and generous outdoor entertaining areas ideal for family gatherings, dining al fresco and enjoying Brittany's long summer evenings. Whether used as a principal residence or refined secon...
Dinard and Saint-Malo, Brittany.
This exceptional coastal residence combines heritage, comfort and outdoor living in spectacular surroundings.
Overlooking the Rance Estuary, the property enjoys changing waterside scenery, mature gardens, shaded terraces for summer relaxation, and generous outdoor entertaining areas ideal for family gatherings, dining al fresco and enjoying Brittany's long summer evenings. Whether used as a principal residence or refined second home, Ker Meno offers space, privacy and timeless style in a highly desirable coastal setting.
Ker Meno is far from an ordinary villa. Perched on the Rance estuary in La Richardais and built in 1926, it was both designed and fully furnished by Georges Renouvin, a celebrated Parisian interior designer of the 1920s-then known as an ensemblier, a creator of complete interiors, from architecture to furniture. Renouvin had previously built his own adjoining villa and personally convinced a close friend to establish her home beside his.
The villa's name, Ker Meno-"Meno's House" in Breton-honours the nickname of the woman who commissioned it, a friend of Renouvin. What sets Ker Meno apart is its extraordinary original furnishings, all of which remain in place and will be included with the sale. Every piece that Renouvin designed in 1926 remains exactly where it was intended, perfectly complementing its room.
The furniture epitomises Art Deco at its pinnacle-just a year after the 1925 Paris International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts that defined the movement. Clean, geometric lines, symmetry, and the finest materials combine in custom-designed pieces created exclusively for this villa.
This is a complete, in-situ Art Deco ensemble, preserved in its original home for nearly a century-a truly exceptional find. Ker Meno has stayed in the same family for four generations and is now on the market for the first time. This remarkable Art Deco residence is far more than a home-it is a rare architectural treasure. Beyond its remarkable provenance, Ker Meno is also a distinctive coastal property in Brittany, combining historic elegance with an enviable waterfront setting.
The villa enjoys commanding views over the beautiful Rance estuary, where the changing light and tides create a stunning natural backdrop throughout the year, and benefits from private gated access directly onto the beach.
Outside, shaded areas provide peaceful spaces to relax, while generous terraces and garden areas are ideal for outdoor entertaining, family gatherings and al fresco dining.
Perfectly positioned in La Richardais, the property benefits from immediate access to some of the most desirable destinations in northern Brittany, making it equally suited as a permanent residence or elegant coastal retreat.
A welcoming entrance hallway with access to the cellar, a ground floor bedroom with en-suite bathroom and WC, a separate guest WC, and reception areas with original Art Deco detailing, ideal for everyday living or entertaining, are on the ground floor.
On the first floor is a spacious landing leading to four bedrooms, a bathroom with connecting WC, and an additional separate WC.
Two smaller rooms with wash basins, perfect for guest bedrooms, home offices or hobby rooms, plus a hallway leading directly onto the wraparound roof terrace with spectacular panoramic views across the Rance, are on the second floor.
Prime Brittany Location - Coast, Heritage & Excellent Connections
Situated in La Richardais, Ker Meno enjoys a privileged address close to Brittany's finest beaches, marinas, golf courses and historic towns:
• Dinard - approximately 3 km = Renowned for its sandy beaches, waterfront promenades, Belle Epoque atmosphere, marina, casino, golf course, restaurants and international sailing.
• Saint-Malo - approximately 8 km = The famous walled corsair city offering beaches, marina, restaurants, shopping, ferry port and year-round tourism.
• Dinan - approximately 23 km = One of Brittany's most beautiful medieval towns with cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, chateau and a vibrant weekly market.
• Dol-de-Bretagne - approximately 28 km = Charming historic market town with TGV rail links to Paris and easy access to Mont-Saint-Michel Bay.
Ker Meno is ideally placed for both French and international travel:
• Saint-Malo ferry port with crossings to the UK and Channel Islands.
• TGV high-speed rail services to Paris from Saint-Malo and Dol-de-Bretagne.
• Rennes Airport with flights to London Gatwick, Amsterdam and Paris.
• Convenient road access to Rennes, the Emerald Coast and the wider Brittany region.
A Truly Distinguished Opportunity
Ker Meno has remained in the same family for four generations and is now offered to the market for the first time. Properties of this calibre, authenticity and provenance are exceptionally rare. Whether seeking a character home in Brittany, a waterfront villa near Dinard, or a landmark Art Deco residence close to Saint-Malo with international connections, Ker Meno represents a unique chance to acquire a historic coastal estate of enduring significance.
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