# Holiday Options Summary

> **⚠️ PRICING UPDATE (16 March 2026):** Prices have been fact-checked. Several original estimates were incorrect. Budget reality: **£2,000 is NOT achievable** - realistic minimum is £2,600+.

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## Quick Comparison

| | **Northern Spain** | **Dordogne** | **Brittany** |
|---|---|---|---|
| **Budget Feasibility** | ⚠️ £2,185-3,430 | ⚠️ £2,460-4,580 | ⚠️ £2,620-4,451 |
| **Accommodation (14 nights)** | £770-1,582 ✅ | ~€2,500/week ⚠️ | £1,350-2,786 ✅ |
| **Mosquito Risk** | ✅ Low | ✅ Low | ✅ Very Low |
| **Travel Time** | Long (20h ferry) | Medium (6h ferry + 10h drive) | Short (6h ferry + 6h drive) |

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## Budget Reality Check

### ❌ £2,000 Budget NOT Achievable

The original £2,000 target was based on inaccurate estimates. Verified prices show:

| Option | Accommodation (14 nights) | Ferry | Total Min |
|--------|--------------------------|-------|-----------|
| **Brittany Gîte** | £1,350 ✅ (budget) | £270-400 | **£2,620** |
| **Eurocamp/Siblu** | £1,549+ ⚠️ | £350-400 | **£2,629+** |
| **Northern Spain** | £770 ✅ | £700-850 | **£2,185** |
| **Dordogne** | ~€2,500/wk ⚠️ | £350-450 | **£2,460+** |

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## Verified Prices

### Brittany Gîtes ✅ VERIFIED
Source: kergudon.com, simplyowners.net

| Property | 14 Nights | Pool | Source |
|----------|-----------|------|--------|
| FARM COTTAGE, Plouaret | **£1,350** | Shared heated | simplyowners.net |
| THE STABLES, Plouaret | **£1,400** | Covered heated | simplyowners.net |
| Walnut Tree Gîte | **£2,040** | Private heated | simplyowners.net |
| Kergudon Granary | **£2,140** | Indoor heated | kergudon.com |

### Eurocamp/Siblu ⚠️ NEEDS VERIFICATION
- **Siblu Kerlann:** £1,077 was for **July 4-18** (wrong dates). User reports **£1,549** for July 18 - Aug 1.
- **Eurocamp:** All prices estimated - awaiting browser tool verification

### Northern Spain ✅ VERIFIED
- Apartments: £55-113/night = £770-1,582 for 14 nights
- Ferry Plymouth-Santander: £700-850 return

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## What's Still Estimated

- ❌ Eurocamp Domaine des Ormes: £1,050-1,350 (awaiting browser verification)
- ❌ Eurocamp La Grande Métairie: £900-1,100 (awaiting browser verification)
- ⚠️ Dordogne gîtes: Sites blocked price verification
- ⚠️ Food costs: £450-600 typical

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## Recommendation

### If Budget is Priority: Northern Spain
- Total: £2,185-3,430
- Cheapest accommodation: £770 verified
- But ferry is expensive: £700-850

### If Experience is Priority: Brittany Gîte
- Total: £2,620-4,451
- Verified gîtes with pools from £1,350
- Shorter travel, family-friendly

### For Kids Club/Entertainment: Eurocamp/Siblu
- Total: ~£2,629+ (with correct dates)
- Awaiting verified prices
- All activities included

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*Updated: 16 March 2026 with fact-checked prices*
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