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The chapel Saint-Charles-Borromée of Saint-Pol-de-Léon, built in the second half of the seventeenth century, was originally dedicated to Saint John before adopting its current term in 1703. It is part of a set including an octagonal dovecote with small dimensions, exceptional for the time, and a manor house today partially modified. The coat of arms of the Coetlosquet family, owner of the site at the end of the seventeenth century, adorns the western facade of the chapel, testifying to their connection to the monument.

The chapel's covering panel, added in the 19th century, is decorated with medallions with the inscription "ANNA-MARIA IHS 10 SEP". This panel contrasts with the original structure, reflecting a later stylistic evolution. The dovecote, of octagonal shape, and the house body in square of the mansion, also date from the second half of the seventeenth century, forming a coherent architectural ensemble classified as Historic Monument since 1997.

The ensemble (chapel and dovecote) is separated from the houses of the place-named Kerigou by a coastal road, highlighting its relative isolation. The manor house, of which there remains only a very remodelled house, belonged to the Coetlosquet in 1703 when the chapel was redone at Saint-Charles-Borromée. This ensemble illustrates Breton religious and seigneurial architecture of the modern era, marked by local influences and subsequent additions.

Protection under the Historical Monuments (Decree of 5 November 1997) specifically concerns the chapel and its dovecote, highlighting their heritage value. Protected elements include AV 37 and 38 cadastral plots, while the exact location of the site remains approximate (map accuracy noted as "passible").

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