Page 8 – Why Choose Us?
We don’t like to blow our own trumpet, but with thousands of Gites to choose from in France, we think you will be reassured to know that previous guests have thoroughly enjoyed their stay with us, and even returned again.
Here are what a few of them had to say about their stay:
Easter 2010:
"We just wanted to write and thank you both for your hospitality over the past week. We both thoroughly enjoyed our time in your Gite, it was the perfect base for our travels! You were both extremely helpful in advising us of interesting places to visit and how to get there. Your level of service was extremely personal from the moment we booked until the moment we left, we both felt very welcome in your home. We will certainly recommend you to family and friends!
With thanks, C & C
Summer 2009:-
"Thank you so much for the week's holiday, we have enjoyed it so much. Thank you for the warm welcome you gave us, the wine and the flowers were a lovely touch. We will be really pleased to tell people about your Gites as they are really good." K & D
"Many thanks for a wonderful holiday." A & A
"We had a lovely time and fell in love with the cottage. thank you too for your hospitality, it was so nice. We plan on returning so watch this space!" P & A
"J and I wanted to express our gratitude for your brilliant hospitality. We both really enjoyed the house and even learned to sleep through the (Church) bells! The house is really comfortable and J is still upset she could not take the mattress with her! We fully intend to return to stay." M & J
And in 2007/2008:-
“Thank you both so much for making such a great holiday for us to enjoy on our latest trip to France. It was just what we needed and we appreciated the wine, the flowers and the company and especially the effort you have put in to create a relaxing and pleasant place to stay.” D & L
“Wish we were still there. Thank you for providing a fantastic base for our holiday. I slept better there than I have for a long time. I will definitely recommend you to anybody who wants to come to France for a holiday.”
Y & J
:A quick note to say thank you for a great week, the weather was not important and it did not stop us doing the things we wanted to do. It was good to spend some quality time together and so much nicer than being in a hotel.” C & G
You can see current reviews on www.tripadvisor.com
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What made their holidays so enjoyable? Obviously the beautiful scenery and places to visit but also, we think, because we make an effort to ensure the Gites are really comfortable.
The beds are king-size and very comfortable – we have been told so. The bed linen is of the best quality – cotton percale. Soft towels are provided. All the furniture is of a good quality.
Then we provide the basics like toilet rolls, washing-up liquid, tea towels etc. And of course all the Gites are cleaned thoroughly before every arrival.
If you are arriving late and need some groceries, then we will be happy to get some basic provisions for you. And if you want a day off from exploring the area, we can provide the equipment for a game of badminton or boules in the garden.
Finally, we try to be good hosts – there if you want us and unobtrusive when you don’t! You can be assured of a friendly welcome.
* For 2010, all stays will include a Continental Breakfast (comprising Croissants, Orange Juice and Coffee) which can be taken in our Barn, where you can chat to other guests about where to go and what to see.
**We will also offer dinner twice a week by arrangement. We anticipate the cost will be in the region of 20€ per person, for 3 courses.
***We also propose providing a Salad Platter on arrival for those of you who do not want to have to think about preparing something to eat after a long journey. This will comprise Ham, salad leaves, tomato, free-range hard-boiled egg, side dishes of grated carrot, potato salad and coleslaw, french bread, with all vegetables/salad coming from our garden where possible. And servings of pickle and mayonnaise. The cost will be 7€ per person.