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The grounds extend to over 9 acres (3.75 ha) comprising several paddocks, a water meadow, and a lovely natural garden area to the front where wild deer have been known to graze. The air is filled with birdsong and the ambience is quite serene. Along the west and south boundaries lies the Foret Domanialle de Huelgoat, part of the extensive natural forest that once covered this area of Brittany. The east and north boundary is formed by the pretty river Squiriou, still a stream at this point, which subsequently joins the Aulne and eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean near Brest. A small footbridge leads across the river giving private access to a bridleway and onto one of the Grande Randonnes (GR) or national walking tracks. Horse riders, cyclists and walkers are frequent passers-by. The GR380 links to hundreds of kilometres of walking track.
There are major sea ferry ports at Roscoff and St Malo, as well as numerous harbours for smaller vessels. There are international airports at Brest, Dinard, Nantes and Rennes, as well as domestic airports at Lannion, Lorient and Quimper. The TGV train service runs from Paris through to Brest in around four hours. The department of Finistère is the western most part of Brittany and also the most traditional with Breton culture still very strong in this area. The coastline is a mix of dramatic peninsulas, sandy beaches and a sprinkling of islands. Inland there are lush river estuaries, rolling countryside, and large areas of forested land especially around Huelgoat. The highest point in Brittany can be found here in the Monts d'Arree at Roc'h Trevezel some 384 metres above sea level. Le Moulin du Squiriou is located on the very edge of the Foret Domanialle de Huelgoat, on the D42 road just 2 kms SW from Scrignac and 4 kms NE of Berrien. Beyond Berrien it is another 4 kms to the lovely lakeside market town of Huelgoat, and 30 minutes by car to the nearest large town of Morlaix. Roscoff on the coast is 45 minutes away, whilst the ferry terminal at St Malo is a little over twice that distance. The international airport at Brest is reached within one hour. The Moulin's central location is perfect for exploring the beautiful rural countryside and is within easy striking distance of any coastal attraction in Brittany. Local activities include golf, tennis, bowling, walking, cycling and fishing. Also, you can enjoy shopping and sightseeing.
All enquiries to: info@moulin-du-squiriou.com
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The four bedroom Moulin is an imposing stone building full of character and
charm, with much of the old mill machinery still in place. Adjacent to the Moulin are a one bedroom stone gite, an old bakery with original
bread oven, a garage and store room. The property has been renovated to preserve the genuineness of the buildings and
displays fine examples of exposed beams, chimney, stonewalls, and relics of the
Moulin.
