Below are a small selection of comments from our guests over the last 5 years 

 

 

 

" You made us all feel very special and priviledged"  "Spectacular!  In all the years of travel we have never found such personalised customer service."  Greg, Patty, Pierre, Linda, Jan and Rob, Pennsylvania USA (Discovery break October 2010 ) 

" Thank you for having us, your extensive knowledge and planning on our behalf has been a wonderful experience" Carole and Loris, Brisbane Australia, (Discovery break October 2010)

 

 

"Thank you for the absolutely awesome week"  " The breakfast was very nice and I liked the routes you gave us"         "Best holiday ever!" Hall family, UK (Cycling break August 2010)

"What a wonderful few days we've had here.  Thanks for taking us to places we surely wouldn't have seen on our own and introducing us to your lovely local restaurants"  April and Richard, Oregon USA (Discovery break May 2010)

 

 

"We were really comfortable here, and the cycle trips you so carefuly planned for us were wonderful, we saw all we'd hoped and more". Belinda and Stuart, Melbourne Aus, (Cycling break June 2010)

"Thanks for a fantastic time!  The wine tasting was excellent (hic!)  Great place to stay with great people."  Paul and Fiona, Chester UK (Wine break September 2010)

 

 

"Wonderful cycling, the best hospitality and knowledge of the area, fantastic comfortable beds and food to die for".  Karen and Chris, New Zealand  (Cycling break April 2010)

" I have enjoyed this holiday very much".  "I liked the swimming pool and bike rides, love to come again"  "We have all felt so welcome in your beautiful home.  ps Harrison particularly liked the trampoline"  Andy, Kath, Ed, Jessica and Harrison, UK, (Cycling breaks August 2010 and 2011)

 

 

"A lot of people at work were jealous when I said what we were going to do.  They had good reason to be.  It was fabulous and so easy with you doing all the planning."  Karen, Daniel, Callum and Kathryn, UK (Cycling break August 2010)

"The room was great; the cycling tours wonderful; beautiful countryside, the flowers, vineyards, chateaux etc!  You have a wonderful place here and we hope to return - soon."  Luc, Marianne, Sue and Herman, Alberta, Canada (Cycling break June 2010)

 

 

" Thank you for another lovely relaxing holiday - we really love it here!"  Gillian, Graham, Izzie (5) and Heloise (3) (Cycling breaks in 2009, 2010 and 2011)

" Thanks to you both for your warm hospitality and for going the extra mile to make sure everything was covered.  Thank you also for the fab bike route so that even we could follow it!  Lovely area, wonderful bed, beautiful peace and quiet."  Rachel and Stuart, Essex, UK, (Tailor made tour, May 2010)

 

 

"Our holiday here has been absolutely wonderful. We enjoyed all the chateaux, wine tastings and the countryside….we are now converted Francophiles. " Gail and Trevor , Australia (Discovery Tour September 2009)

 

"Its been just right - no pressure and very relaxed.  Your planning of the routes has made the whole holiday more enjoyable" Kingston family, Wales, (Cycling breaks July 2010 and  in 2011)

"Thank you so much for the wonderful stay!  We really appreciate you making us feel so at home and comfortable (the room was 5*!)"  Laura and Casey, Brisbane , Australia (Wine tour March 2009)

"The moment we saw Mark’s cheery smile and red sneakers, we knew we had made the right choice for our vacation."  Heather and Zena , USA (Discovery tour March 2009)

 

"Thank you for a wonderful time!  We really had fun in the pool. The food was great.  The trailgator was a good idea!"  Gordon, Elizabeth, Iona (12) and Ayli (9) Ottowa, Canada, June 2009

"So forget all your pains and aches
Mark and Debbie have got what it takes
To give you great pleasure, indeed beyond measure With their unique Loire Valley Breaks!"

Don and Fleur,Melbourne Australia, (Discovery tour April 2009) 

" We liked it so much at l'Epaisse that we forfeited our two nights in Paris and stayed longer.  Coming at the end of a 6 week trip it has been the highlight."  Nicola, Nick and 
Iris (5) Annandale, Australia, September 2009
  

"You should update the pics on the internet, the room was much nicer than we thought before we came."  Eva, Tone, Trine, and Torgunn , Norway , May 2009  

"Perhaps we shouldn't say so, but your combination of lodging, breakfasts, dinners, transportation and tour guidance is really quite a bargain!  All of this plus your friendly reception and counsel.  We couldn't have selected a better venue!"  By and Laura, Michigan USA, (Discovery Tour) Oct '08

 

"Everything we hoped and a whole lot more. A real shame we only stayed 4 nights, there is so much to see and do!  We will be back!" Andy, Jackie, Georgie and Sam UK July 2009

"Your care and your attention to detail, your friendliness and help made it a fabulous four days. We could never have seen what we saw, done what we did without you."

Jillian and Euan , New Zealand (Discovery Tour Oct 2008)

 

"Thanks for a fantastic Loire Valley Break. We loved the spacious accommodation, marvellous breakfasts and dinners and most of all your thoughtfulness and hospitality."

Eric, Susan, Margaret and Emily - USA (Cycling August 2008)

 

"We had an 'awesome' time at your home.  Mark's insight into the castles, restaurants and wines made this a trip to remember; we would never otherwise have had such an authentic experience."

Michael, Jill, Josh and Laura , St Louis USA – (Wine Break June 2008)

 

"An amazing few days! You have an unbelievable knack for packing loads into every day and yet we always had time to relax. We genuinely enjoyed both the wine tour and your company."

Jocelyn and Blayne, Ireland (Wine Tour June 2008)

 

"We had a fantastic holiday! You were great hosts and the food was wonderful – especially the BBQ. The routes you chose were lovely – we couldn’t have had a better time."

Williams family, London (Cycling Break Aug 2008)

 

"Our stay exceeded our expectations – pretty, clean and comfortable accommodation, delicious food and wine and your warm welcome were particularly appreciated, as was having someone customise an itinerary for us and drive us from place to place."

Siobhan and Janine, Sydney (Discovery Tour May 08)

 

"Incredible : times, food and experiences.  We wouldn’t have had such a wonderful time without your knowledge and genuine hospitality."

Dick and Carolyn , Brad and Debbie - Canada (Discovery Tour May 2008 and June 2010)                       

 

"The wine, the chateaux, the sights and sounds of the Loire Valley, the wine, the wine makers, the food, the coffee, our fellow guests…have we mentioned the wine?"

  Rafe and Mel, Australia (Wine Tour March 2008)

 

"The weekend far exceeded our expectations. From the excellent accommodation to the superb tours around the caves and tastings. All in all we couldn’t fault it."

Grahame, Elizabeth, Andy, Nikki, Barry and Sarah (Wine Tour June 08)

 

"We had high hopes for our first cycling holiday and the hospitality, accommodation and location far exceeded our expectations.  A glass of wine was never more than 10 steps and a corkscrew away!  Many thanks for your support, we hope to return."

Neil, Pauline, Hannah, Bradley and Max (Cycling August 2008 and 2009)

 

"We knew we had found the right place for us when you told us that you didn't cater for Lance Armstrong types! We really have had a great week - the routes were wonderful, the hospitality superb and the meals always spot on. What a great way to see the French countryside."

Chris and Natalie - England.(2007)

 

"It was an amazing holiday and you got to do just what you signed up for."

Josh (Age 12) - England (2007)

 

"Thank you for providing a wonderful atmosphere that 3 generations could all enjoy together. Thanks for carefully working out our cycling needs. The rooms were very comfortable, the food was excellent."

Bhatia/Le Lec family - USA and Australia (2007)

 

"My idea of a relaxing holiday is one where there's plenty to do but not too many decisions- this was it. Thank you so much for all the careful thought and hard work you put into making our holiday perfect. Just one complaint - a week isn't long enough!"

Clare, Brian, George and Daniel - UK (2007)

 

"What an outstanding holiday. It was better than we could have ever imagined. Your hospitality was first class with wonderful wine, food and company. I'm afraid to say we'll be back."

Trudie, Simon, Emily and Dan - England (2007/2008)

 

"Our holiday with you in every way far exceeded our expectations. You arranged perfect weather, wonderful cycling routes with gorgeous scenery, detailed maps, super company and even a community cycle experience. Your kindness and attention to detail, our wonderful room. The whole package is perfect."

Judy and Peter - Canada (2007)

 

 

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