Your stay — Briquet Cottages
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The Property — Briquet Cottages
Briquet Cottages is a cluster of converted stone farm buildings a mile inland from St Peter Port. The lobby feels like a well-kept guesthouse: modest, with polished flagstones and a wood-burning stove. It suits independent travellers who want self-catering space and a quiet car-accessible base, not seaside glamour. The USP is its compact, affordable cottages with small private gardens – decent value for a short stay on an expensive island.
Chronicles of Saint Saviour
Saint Saviour is a parish at Guernsey's centre, settled around the 6th-century church of the same name. Its landscape of low granite walls and narrow lanes was carved by centuries of small-scale farming and quarrying. The parish never urbanised like St Peter Port; it remains a scattering of modern houses and old cottages, with no real village core. Today it’s essentially a residential dormitory for the capital, appreciated for its views of the southern cliffs and quiet back roads.
Best Time to Visit
Full Saint Saviour guide →Best months
June to August offer the best chance of warm, dry weather and long daylight. July consistently hits Guernsey’s highest sea temperatures and the least rain.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season, driven by school holidays and the Guernsey Festival of Performing Arts (late July). Hotel prices double from low season; advance booking is essential. The island gets crowded: book ferries or flights months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are excellent budget months. May has spring flowers and fewer tourists, September still has mild seas and most attractions open. Prices drop 30-40% from July peaks.
Weather & packing
Guernsey’s climate is maritime: summer days stay around 18-20°C, but sea fog can roll in within an hour, dropping visibility and temperature. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket even in July – you will need both shorts and a fleece for a single day.
Live City Briefing — Saint Saviour
- The main road between St Peter Port and Saint Saviour (Rue de la Vallee) has temporary traffic lights for drainage works until late 2026 – expect 10-minute delays at peak times.
- Guernsey’s bus network switched to a new contactless card system in May 2026; cash is no longer accepted. Visitors should buy a ‘Puffin Pass’ online before arrival or at the terminal.
- The annual Battle of Flowers parade is on 29 August 2026 – road closures in St Peter Port will affect access on that Saturday, but the cottage’s location is clear of closures.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Briquet Cottages, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (above ground) at the back of the building, away from Rue Des Crabbes. These rooms face the residential gardens and are quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the front, facing the street. Rue Des Crabbes carries local traffic, and ground-level windows get the worst of it — plus less privacy.
Best views
Limited — the address is a small residential lane. Rooms at the back overlook gardens; front rooms see the road and parked cars. Go for rear aspect.
Quietest floors
First floor and above, especially rooms at the rear.
🔊 Noise notes
Rue Des Crabbes is a local road, not a main artery, but morning traffic and delivery vans can be audible. No lift or bar/restaurant noise is listed, so the main source is street and hallway footfall on the ground floor.
Insider tips
1. If driving, ask about on-site parking when booking — street parking on Rue Des Crabbes can be tight. 2. Check in early if possible; as a 3-star, reception hours may be limited, and late arrivals need arranging ahead.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Briquet Cottages
Free wifi (standard, approx 20 Mbps download). No login required; name is 'BriquetGuest', no password. Premium tier not available.
No lift. All cottages are two-storey townhouses; each bedroom and bathroom accessed by stairs.
Complimentary digital PressReader access via QR code in room, with 50+ newspapers including The Guardian and FT. No physical papers delivered.
Standard check-in 15:00–21:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 (no fee). Late check-out until 12:00 £25; after 12:00 charges full night. Arrivals after 21:00 must pre-arrange key collection.
Free storage in locked lobby cupboard before check-in or after check-out until 18:00.
No wheelchair-accessible rooms or step-free entry. Ground-floor living areas only; all bedrooms upstairs. Adapted toilet not available.
On-site parking reserved for each cottage (one space per unit) free of charge. No EV charging. Nearest public car park is Les Amarreurs (5 min walk) but has height restriction (1.9m); free overnight 18:00–08:00, £1.50 per hour daytime.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full stay charged at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require 30% deposit. A £50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chapel of St Apolline (219 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: United Reformed Church (279 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Les Adams Methodist Church (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Perelle Food Hall — 134 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound sterling, GBP
Use ATMs in town for best rates; avoid airport desks and hotel bureaux which charge poor rates and fees.
Contactless cards widely accepted; mobile pay common; carry some cash for small shops and market stalls.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 10% is appreciated but not mandatory; taxis round up to nearest pound; hotel porters a couple of pounds.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Cafe americano or filter coffee from a bakery or takeaway van, about £2.50.
Sandwich or pasty from a bakery or deli counter, about £5–£7.
Pizza or pub main such as fish and chips, about £12–£15.
Occasional food vans at the harbour or seafront events; no dedicated street-food area.
Co-op and Morrisons are the main budget supermarkets; Waitrose is pricier.
High-street chains in St Peter Port; charity shops for bargains.
Bus day pass £5.50; from the airport take bus 71 or 91 (single ~£2).
Eat at lunchtime for reduced prices; walk or bike instead of taxi; stock up at Co-op for self-catering.
Emergency Contacts
Saint SaviourFor non-emergency police matters, call 01481 725111. All emergencies use 999 (or 112 from a mobile).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Saint Saviour, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Briquet Cottages
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Guernsey Airport bus stop → Saint Saviour Church stop (10 min walk to cottages)
💡 Get a 'Puffin Pass' from the airport shop for cheaper day travel. The walk from the church is uphill — pack light.
St Peter Port bus terminus → Saint Saviour Church stop
💡 If you're arriving by ferry, catch the 71 from the Town terminus — it loops through Saint Saviour. Ask the driver to drop you at the church junction.
Guernsey Airport (GCI) → Les Picques Self Catering Cottages, Saint Saviour
💡 Book with Blue Island Taxis ahead of time — they're reliable and know the narrow lanes. £15-20 depending on time.
Guernsey Airport → Les Picques Self Catering Cottages
💡 Cheaper than standard taxis for groups; try Guernsey Airport Transfers. They often wait at arrivals with a name board.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Briquet Cottages?
Request a room on the first floor (above ground) at the back of the building, away from Rue Des Crabbes. These rooms face the residential gardens and are quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Briquet Cottages?
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the front, facing the street. Rue Des Crabbes carries local traffic, and ground-level windows get the worst of it — plus less privacy.
Is Briquet Cottages noisy?
Rue Des Crabbes is a local road, not a main artery, but morning traffic and delivery vans can be audible. No lift or bar/restaurant noise is listed, so the main source is street and hallway footfall on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Briquet Cottages?
Limited — the address is a small residential lane. Rooms at the back overlook gardens; front rooms see the road and parked cars. Go for rear aspect.
What are insider tips for staying at Briquet Cottages?
1. If driving, ask about on-site parking when booking — street parking on Rue Des Crabbes can be tight. 2. Check in early if possible; as a 3-star, reception hours may be limited, and late arrivals need arranging ahead.
What time is check-in at Briquet Cottages?
Check-in at Briquet Cottages is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Briquet Cottages have Wi-Fi?
Free wifi (standard, approx 20 Mbps download). No login required; name is 'BriquetGuest', no password. Premium tier not available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Briquet Cottages?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Briquet Cottages?
Sandwich or pasty from a bakery or deli counter, about £5–£7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Briquet Cottages?
Bus day pass £5.50; from the airport take bus 71 or 91 (single ~£2).
When is the best time to visit Saint Saviour?
June to August offer the best chance of warm, dry weather and long daylight. July consistently hits Guernsey’s highest sea temperatures and the least rain.
Top Attractions in Saint Saviour
💡 Look for the faded medieval frescoes on the north wall—they’re easy to miss. Ask the warden for the key to the bell tower if you fancy a climb.
💡 The path gets muddy after rain, so wear sturdy boots. Take the short detour to the dam wall for a view over St Peter Port harbour.
💡 Park at the lay-by on Les Pitons and take the footpath directly up; the site is quiet in early morning and offers good standing stone spotting.
💡 Go on a clear day and bring binoculars to spot seabirds like gannets; the tower is also a prime sunset spot but gets windy—take a coat.
💡 Visit mid-May for the best rhododendron and camellia blooms, and grab a coffee at the café before noon to avoid the tour groups.