Manoir de Bréjerac

Manoir de Bréjerac is a 17th-century manor house standing in the small hamlet of La Prévostais, within the commune of Créhen in Côtes-d'Armor, on Brittany's Emerald Coast. It is one of several manors scattered across the surrounding farmland — a quiet find for travelers who enjoy tracking down rural Breton gentry architecture away from the crowded coastal towns.

What will you see?

The building blends two building phases. The older section, on the right, rises two square-plan storeys under a hipped roof with the flared, upturned eaves typical of regional farmhouse construction. The older wing's left side holds an entrance topped by a segmental arch with a moulded archivolt surround. Set into this facade are pieces reused from an even earlier, 15th-century structure: a decorative entrance door and a trilobed arcaded window — a trace of the manor's Gothic origins, folded into the later rebuild.

Two further sections were added afterward, one of them carrying a round corner tower topped with a conical roof — the single feature that draws the eye first and shows up in most photographs of the property. The whole manor is built from local granite and schist rubble laid in regular courses, giving it the plain but dignified look common to Breton country residences. The outbuildings alongside the main house date from the late 19th or early 20th century and round out the ensemble.

The manor also has a place in the region's political history: during the French Revolution, the residence served as a center of chouannerie, the royalist armed resistance against revolutionary authorities that took particularly deep root in Brittany.

Ownership passed through several hands over the centuries. According to historian Henri Frotier de La Messelière, the estate once depended on the barony of Le Guildo and was successively held by the Labbé family (15th century), the Le Roy family (15th–17th century), the Le Bouëtoux family (17th–19th century), the La Motte-Rouge family (19th century), and the du Bosc de Peyran family (20th century). That long chain of owners explains the mix of styles visible in the building today — each period left its own mark.

How do you get there?

The manor sits by the hamlet of La Prévostais, a few kilometres from the centre of Créhen, in the Côtes-d'Armor department. Driving is the most practical option, and parking is available nearby. Créhen lies close to the Côte d'Émeraude coastline, between Dinard and Lamballe, which makes it easy to combine a stop here with other sights in the area.

Manoir de Bréjerac is private property and its interior is not open to visitors. It can, however, be viewed from the public road outside — a vantage point that gives a good look at the corner tower and the older wing's Gothic details.

When should you visit?

Since a visit means viewing the facade from outside, the manor can be seen at any time of year. Spring and summer offer the best light for photographs and pair well with a longer walk through the fields and villages around Créhen. Autumn and winter tend to be quieter, which suits architecture enthusiasts looking for a peaceful stop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you go inside the manor? No. Manoir de Bréjerac is privately owned and not open to the public — only an outside view from the public road is possible.

How old is the building? The main structure dates from the 17th century, but it reuses older, 15th-century elements (the entrance door and the arcaded window). The building was further remodeled in the 19th century.

What is the most distinctive architectural feature? The round corner tower with its conical roof, added during a later building phase, along with the flared, upturned eaves on the older wing's roof.

What is the historical significance of this place? During the French Revolution, the manor served as a center of chouannerie, the Breton royalist resistance movement, making it a witness to a turbulent chapter of regional history.