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Welcome to Manoir de Kerbot
The history of
Kerbot Manor
A story of stones, transmission, and rebirth
Birth of the Manor
Le Manoir de Kerbot voit le jour au XVIe siècle, sous l'impulsion de la famille Du Bot, officiers du Duc de Bretagne.
Son nom, issu du breton "Ker" (village) et "Bot" (nom de famille), inscrit dès l'origine le domaine dans une identité profondément locale : "Le village des Du Bot".
Pensé selon un plan en L, le manoir affirme une architecture singulière : un tour d'escalier à vis, une façade mêlant granite, calcaire et brique, et une imposante cheminée, témoin intact de son époque.
XVIe
XVIIe
Legacies and transformations
Over generations, the manor changed hands. It passed to the Maubec family before being acquired by the Marquis de Gouvello on the eve of the French Revolution. Under his influence, Kerbot became the center of a structured rural seigneury, deeply rooted in the Sarzeau region.
A new calling
At the end of the 19th century, the estate took a decisive turn. Under the impetus of the Marquis de Gouvello, the Kerbot Manor became an agricultural and wine-growing orphanage. A place of welcome in Morbihan, but also a place of learning. Children, often from Alsace-Lorraine, discovered the trades of the land, learning to cultivate, raise livestock, and pass on their knowledge. In this rural setting, one finds a farmhouse, a vaulted cellar, stables, and outbuildings that have shaped a life of discipline, work, and hope.
1872
XIXe
Faith and everyday life
In Kerbot, life is also punctuated by spirituality. A discreet chapel, nestled within the building, accompanies the children's daily lives. On the facade, three figures still watch over them today: Saint Francis Regis, Saint Joseph, and Saint Isidore. Every Sunday, the path leads to the Kerlevenan chapel. A statue of Saint Joseph, originally from the manor, still resides there.
A life on the farm
After the orphanage, the Kerbot Manor continues its agricultural activity and remains a permanent fixture in rural life. The farm, stable, hearth, cellar, and surrounding lands form a vibrant estate, its rhythm dictated by crops and livestock.
1950
1983
Heritage recognition
The Kerbot Manor is listed in the General Inventory of Cultural Heritage. This recognition acknowledges its remarkable architecture, its unique social history, and its role in the identity of the Rhuys region.
A first opening to the public
The Kerbot Manor is undergoing a new transformation and, for the first time, is becoming a restaurant. The premises are opening up to a new way of life where hospitality, sharing, and conviviality blend seamlessly with the historic setting.
1990
Time for well-being
In 2021, a dedicated relaxation area was created in the manor's former wine cellar, which was completely renovated. Sauna, hammam, jacuzzi... A natural extension of the property, designed as a timeless retreat, where the history of the stonework blends seamlessly with contemporary comfort.
2021
2024
Opening onto the landscape
A veranda has been inaugurated, blending harmoniously with the manor house. It hosts breakfasts and, in fine weather, the restaurant, allowing guests to fully enjoy the light and sunshine, overlooking the pond and the estate courtyard.
A breath of fresh air
In June 2025, a new chapter begins.
Mélanie and Ludovic, originally from Brittany, are taking over the Manoir de Kerbot. Their goal is to preserve the spirit of the place while infusing it with new energy.
2025