This modern yet comfortable apartment is close (but not too close) to the heart of Saint-Melo, offering its guests some peace and quiet away from the thrum. Inside, expect muted licks of red, blue and green and a curated selection of furnishings. There’s an open-plan living space for both entertaining and relaxing and a handy kitchenette with everything you need for rustling up quick mid-week dinners. Sip the last of your coffee on the private balcony before throwing on your sunhat and making haste to Bon Secours Beach. Take a dip in the seawater pool or stretch out on the golden sand.

If you’d like to explore a little, begin with a wander along the city walls then discover the history of the Château de Saint-Malo. Amble down the narrow streets of the Intra-Muros – deliberate over menus outside traditional eateries, peruse the independent boutiques and savour sweet crepes in an unfussy creperie.

Home truths:
*We recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay
*There is one parking space on the premises
*This is a second floor apartment without lift access
*The bathroom has two showers
*Please note that the toilet is separate from the main bathroom
*Your host can provide a cot and booster seat upon request
*At full capacity, two guests will sleep on the sofa bed in the living space