Maison d'Accueil de l'Ile Blanche
Located just 30 meters from the sea, with direct access to the famous GR34 trail, the Maison d'Accueil de l'Ile Blanche welcomes you year-round in a 13-hectare estate nestled between sea and nature.
Managed by a community of Sisters and a team of lay people, the house offers welcoming hospitality in a spirit of simplicity, respect, and attentiveness.
Retreats organized by the community
A rich spiritual and human history
The Ile Blanche site, once a place of Druidic worship as evidenced by megalithic tombs on the grounds, now houses a guest house full of meaning and history.
The main building, a former shipowner's manor built in 1661, was extensively transformed in the 19th century by an English couple, the Nortons.
In 1926, the Congregation of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit acquired it to establish a juniorate for training young women in religious life.
Since 1967, the place has been open to a wide public as a guest house, while preserving its spiritual DNA.
A living community serving all
Today, several Sisters live on site and actively participate in the life of the house: hospitality, spiritual guidance, listening.
Three liturgical offices structure the day in the estate's two chapels:
- Lauds at 8 a.m.
- Eucharist at 11:30 a.m. on weekdays / 10 a.m. on Sundays
- Vespers at 6:40 p.m.
A chaplain is also present to accompany those who wish.
The lay team ensures professional and warm management of accommodation, meals, and daily logistics.
Two cooks prepare balanced meals, served at set times in a friendly atmosphere.
- Breakfast: 8:15-9 a.m.
- Lunch: 12:15 p.m.
- Dinner: 7 p.m.
What to expect during your stay
Retreats and activities for everyone
The house offers spiritual retreats led by retreat leaders from all over France.
Open to lay people and religious alike, they explore deep and contemporary spiritual themes.
Themed weekends, special programs, and sacramental preparation retreats (marriage, confirmation, etc.) are also organized.
The place also hosts various workshops and classes:
- Yoga, Qi Gong
- Iconography, mosaic, painting
- And other offerings organized by outside instructors
It's also possible to rent certain spaces for family events: birthdays, family reunions, small weddings…
Simple and functional accommodations in the heart of nature
The guest house features:
- 63 rooms (single, double, triple, and one quad) for a total of 92 beds
- 2 dining rooms (seating 30 and 70 people)
- Several meeting rooms, an oratory, a library, walking areas, and spaces for silence.
Linens are provided, and beds can be made up on request.
Meals are taken communally, family-style, encouraging interaction among guests.
Geography and activities
An exceptional natural setting in Finistère
At the border of Côtes d'Armor and Finistère, on the banks of the Douron river, the house is located in a preserved and inspiring environment.
The town of Locquirec is right nearby, with its beaches, hiking trails, and a multisport field (soccer, basketball, pétanque, ping-pong, pump park) 200 meters from the estate.
The GR34, which runs along the entire Brittany coast, passes right by the property, offering unforgettable walks.
In summer, a free shuttle serves the town's points of interest.
To explore on foot or by car:
- Sandy beaches
- The Gallo-Roman baths of Hogolo
- The banks of the Douron and their scenic trails
- Markets and cultural sites in Locquirec and the surrounding area
A place to pause, reconnect, and recharge
At Ile Blanche, everything is designed to allow each person to experience authentic hospitality in a peaceful setting, conducive to prayer, meditation, or simply rest for body and spirit.
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