Reviews
La Haute
A perfect stay
January / February 2024
“Thank you for having me in your gite. Although working, it was a pleasure to return to at the end of the day; I had a very good time”
Pamela
La Haute
Perfect as always!
January 2024
“see you again soon …”
James & Lucia
La Haute
Un vrai petit cocon, très cosy !
Date of stay : 31 December 2023 / 1 January 2024
“Merci pour cet excellent séjour du Réveillon 2024 ! Et surtout pour toutes les attentions. Nous nous sommes senti comme chez nous. Avec une super déco. Nos petits toutous se sont senti comme chez eux egalement”
Nicolas, Lea, Sebastian, Ophelie, Jeanne, Sirius et Roxy …
La Vienne
Tout simplement parfait
Date of stay : October 2023
“Tout simplement parfait! Un vrai havre de paix, un cocon chaleureux, et des hôtes très attentive. Nous avez passe 4 jours très agréables. Merci!”
La famille Sauvez
La Vienne
Another wonderful stay …
Date of stay : September 2023
“Thank you for another wonderful stay in your lovely gite”
Peter & June, Gary & Sharon
La Haute
Wish we’d come sooner, absolutely fabulous
Date of stay : September 2023
“Attention to detail, help and advice as well as every home comfort. You should be so proud of what youve achieved; we’ll be recommending you to friends and family …”
Wendy and David
La Vienne
Another lovely holiday …
Date of stay : September 2023
“A fantastic gite. This is our second visit and we are already looking forward to returning again”
Stephen & Kate
La Vienne
Merci pour tout
Date of stay : August 2023
“Merci pour votre accueil. Nous nous sommes senti comme chez nous pendant une semaine dans le cadre champetre si reposant!”
La famille Bourgogne
La Haute
Nous reviendrons dès que possible
Date of stay : July 2023
“Une petite heure de pause et de tranquillité où nous avons passé un séjour très agréable. Merci pour votre accueil très sympathique”
Veronique et V
La Vienne
Returning felt like ‘home from home’
Date of stay : June 2023
“Superb location, beautifully decorated and kitted out. We have enjoyed expolring the local area on our morning walk and cycling to the lake in the afternoons. And the rest of the time relaxing on the swing chair in the garden; truley switched off for the week”
Fiona & Andrew
La Vienne
Another superb holiday!
Date of stay : May 2023
“We enjoyed last year so much we came back! Both gites are fabulous so very, very well presented”
Adrian & Marea
La Haute
Parfait merci c’était super
Date of stay: 2023
“Nous avons passé un très bon séjour, merci beaucoup pour votre attention. Nous avons apprécié le jardin, la terrasse, la plancha, les jeux…“
Joëlle
La Vienne
Nous voulions le calme et le repos. Nous en avons profites.
Date of stay : February 2023
“Merci d’avoir mis a notre disposition votre charmant “logis” à notre disposition. Bravo pour l’accueil! Bravo pour la deco!”
Louise et Alain
La Vienne
Een geweldig, mooi en lieflijk huis
Date of stay : January 2023
“A great, beautiful and lovely home”
Lillian
La Vienne
It has been a superb experience
Date of stay : December 2022
“Thank you so much for accommodating us over the festive period. Your hospitality is much appriciated, including the Christmas tree and decorations to brighten up the celebrations! A wonderful place to stay, see you again”
Tony, Rachel, Eleanor, Emily & Matthew
La Haute
Petit havre de paix,
Date of stay: December 2022
“La parenthèse enchantée sonne encore comme Noël. Merci pour ce lieu plein de charme et de douces attentions”
Sophie, Gregory et
La Haute
We will definitely be back
Date of stay: December 2022
“Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful home”
James, Lucia and Holly
La Haute
Thank you for being an inspiration
Date of stay: November 2022
“… with your life choices and the way you do things here: cosy, beautiful, all the details and small attentions, thoughtfulness and care. Really wonderful. We have had a really good time here and hope to return”
Esther & Frank
La Vienne
Clean and tidy with some fascinating curios
Date of stay: September 2022
“We have had a very brief stay but love your gite. You are very welcoming and if we are ever this wy again we will definitely stay”
Adam, Ali and Natasha
La Haute
Un gite cosy et accueillant, ou rien ne manque!
Date of stay: August 2022
Merci pour toutes vos gentilles attentions, les douceurs dans le frigo et dans la panierie a pain! We felt almost like home; I hope we’ll come back”
Jean-Marc, Agnes et Elise
La Haute
Wonderful stay
Date of stay: August 2022
“We had a wonderful stay; an excellent holiday home and the garden is lovely”
Katherine, Tom, Nina and Elliot
La Vienne
This is such a wonderful place
Date of stay: August 2022
“Thank you for such a wonderful stay, the time we have spent here has been fantastic. This is such a wonderful place the gite is just amazing along with your attention to detail, you have thought of everything. When we next come to visit family, we will return”
Nick, Naomi, Alfie and Eila
La Haute
Beautiful cottage in a lovely rural setting
Date of stay: August 2022
“We loved everything! The garden is fantastic and you’ve thought of everything and created a wonderful place for a family to relax. Thank you for sharing your beautiful gite with us”
Morkel, Nina, Annabelle and Lanika
La Vienne
So lovely to be back here again
Date of stay: August 2022
“So lovely to be back here again after the inevitable absence caused by covid. This time we have discovered the area by bike, which was wonderful; there are some fantastic bike tracks, we particularly liked riding round the lake. There are still more rides we want to do, so we will be back!”
Lloyd and Helen (returning)
La Haute
Beautiful gite
Date of stay: August 2022
“Thank you for a wonderful stay in your beautiful gite. You’ve thought of everything and more, to give us a comfortable holiday”
Philip, Jill, Alice and Sammy the dog
La Vienne
We’ve had a fabulous time
Date of stay: July / August 2022
“Thank you so much for the chance to stay in your beautiful gite. We had a fabulous time; we’ve loved the unique and quirky decor, fabulous ‘home from home’ touches and, how welcoming you have been. The local lake has been a firm favourite; but we also loved Rochechouart, Limoges and Angouleme. The ‘cherry on the cake’ was having family next door in your second gite; shared evening meals and memories will be treasured”
Wendy, Gary, Meg and Fiona
La Vienne
The gite is just perfect.
Date of stay: June 2022
“It has been an amazing week, the gite is just perfect; with lots of character and all mod cons. Well equipped and immaculately clean. We have loved exploring the local area, doing walks and lazing by the local lake; but most of all, relaxing in the beautiful gardens. Will definitely be recommending to family and friends and will be back next year”
Fiona and Andrew
La Haute
Absolutely fabulous
Date of stay: June 2022
“Loved the gite ~ very classy style and decor. Very interesting area. Tremendous hosts. Booked already for next year.”
Marea and Adrian
La Vienne
A truly exquisite find
Date of stay: June 2022
“A truly exquisite find. Beautiful, quirky, charming gite in a wonderful location; attention to detail and warm hospitality make it the full package. Visited many of the surrounding areas, swam in the blue lakes, visited the weekly market and generally chilled out. Wouldn’t hesitate to return or recommend it to family and friends”
Keeley, Andrew, Ellis, Elaine and John
La Haute
Quel bel endroit!
Date of stay: May 2022
“Des souvenirs d’enfance mais eu beaucoup plus confortables, une deco tres soignee mais vivaute, un superb jardin, nous nous sautons bien”
Claude et Michele
La Vienne
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour
Date of stay: May 2022
“Gite très bien décore, avec tousle nécessaire. Logement très propre rien a redire. Merci pour touts les petites attention. Nous avons passe un très bon séjour, merci encore.”
Pascale, Gus, Logan, Julie et Molly
La Vienne
Lucky to find you
Date of stay: April 2022
“We have been lucky to find you in this lovely place. The house has overfilled our expectations; and the decoration makes you feel at home. We hope to come back in the future”
Anna, Emma and Ramon
La Haute
So comfortable and relaxing
Date of stay: March 2022
“Many thanks for making our stay so comfortable and relaxing. Just what we needed at the start of our relocation to France. Lovely setting, accommodation has everything you need for a lovely stay.”
Gaynor, Jules and Charley
La Haute
Well presented, very clean
Date of stay: February 2022
“Julie and Keith are perfect hosts, approachable, very friendly, lovely couple. The gite is well presented and very clean ~ and a very comfy bed”
Stewart and Pauline
La Haute
Surtout ne changes rien / Above all, dont change anything
Date of stay: February 2022
“encore merci de votre accueil, votre disponibilité et de votre confiance. Nous avons passer un très beau weekend et espérons revenir. Surtout ne changes rien!”
Mathieu
La Haute
Perfect for a cozy week
Date of stay: November 2021
“we had a great stay! What a beautiful gite and surroundings. Fireplace and interior design are perfect for a cozy week, we definitely are coming back”
Thijs, Marina, Bas en Stijn
La Vienne
Beautiful and Thank you
Date of stay: August 2021
“We have only two words to summarise your gite Beautiful and Thank you.It is such a lovely beautiful house, you have created nothing less than a lovely relaxing paradise. A big thank you for your hospitality, your kindness and your smile, never change a winning team. Thank you again, and again.”
De familie van Esshe
La Vienne
Un vrai petit paradis / a little place of paradis
Date of stay: August 2021
“Un vrai petit paradis. Les enfants sont ravis par l’espace et les jeux mis à disposition, les parents sont ravis du calme et de la beauté du lieu. Nous vous remercions pour votre hospitalité et vos attentions”
Lorraine, Damien et les enfants
La Haute
La logis est vraiment top / The house is really great
Date of stay: August 2021
“Super moments passes sa en famille. Merci pour il beau séjour dans votre logis charmant et coquet, et pour vos attentions personnalisées. Nous nous sommes sentis chez nous et avons eu envie de rester plus longtemps”
La famille Thevenard
La Vienne
Tout était parfait / all is perfect
Date of stay: July 2021
“Nous avons passe un excellent sejour, tout etait parfait! Nous avons appricie vos attentions a notre arrivee et durant tout le sejour. La maison est decoree avec beaucoup de gout et parfaitement amenager. Merci pour votre gentilleuse et votre hospitalité.”
Nadia, Nour, Aicha et Aya
La Vienne
It is a very special place
Date of stay: July 2021
“We had a wonderful stay at the gite, its a very special place that you have created. The lake is just great we loved it. The gite was equipped with everything we needed and more. The decoration of the house is special. We shared aperitifs with next door gite guests, and our hosts, which was nice and all very nice people; I guess a place like this just draws nice people to it”
Onno and Wooter
La Haute
Another lovely stay
Date of stay: July 2021
“Thank you again for another lovely stay. We love your gites and the lovely countryside. We cant thank you enough for your advice on buying our own French home. Until next time, best wishes”
The Clarkes (returning)
La Haute
Un incroyable havre de paix à la française / An incredible haven of French peace
Date of stay: May 2021
“Merci pour ce charmant gite parfaitement tenu et décor, dans le cadre charmant de cet environment boise. Merci aussi pour les petites attentions ‘culinaires’ de bienvenue. Un incroyable havre de paix a la francaise comme on les aime, avec cet petit plus de la deco et de l’accueil a l’anglaise qui font que l’on se sent presque tout de suit comme chez soi Merci pour cette belle reussite et a bientot j’espère”
Antoine et Epouse
La Haute
Ce charmant séjour dans votre gîte / A lovely stay in your gîte
Date of stay: May 2021
“Merci beaucoup pour ce charmant séjour dans votre gîte. Nous avons beaucoup apprecie votre decoration soignee et les petits attentions de bienvenue. Merci a vous et au plaisir de vous revoir”
Audrey, Olivier, Juliette et Gribouille
La Vienne
Le gîte est un endroit parfait / The gîte is a perfect place
Date of Stay: New Year 2020 / 2021
“Le gîte est un endroit parfait pour terminer une année bien difficile et en espére une meilleure. Merci pour votre hospitalite. Bonne Année 2021”
Heléne
La Vienne
Votre gite est sublime / your gite is sublime
Date of stay: December 2020
“Nous vous remercions pour le charme et les attentions dont vous avez fait preuve pour rendre Noël si magnifique. Votre gite est sublime. Thank you for all, Thank you for your hospitality”
La famille Six
La Vienne
Loved the peace and tranquility
Date of stay: October 2020
“We absolutely loved the peace and tranquility while staying in your lovely gite. You have given us inspiration; we hope to be back at some point ~ even if just to see if the little birds nests are still in the walls”
The Clarkes
La Vienne
Another year of wonderful holidaying
Date of stay: August 2020
“Thank you so much for another year of wonderful holidaying; coming here has been a relief and amazing. The children had a super time once again and we are looking forward to seeing you again in 2021. Thanks for the memories”
Sarah, Ben, Ferdia & Pippa (returning)
La Haute
Enjoyed every minute
Date of stay: August 2020
“Thank you for a wonderful week. Beautiful settings and surroundings, enjoyed every minute. Well worth 2 weeks quarantine on return”
Family Marshman
La Vienne
The house, garden, surroundings are wonderful
Date of stay: August 2020
“Thank you so much for having us, we had such a lovely holiday; it felt even more special and precious in these complicated times. The house, garden and surroundings are wonderful and your hospitality fabulous. We hope to come back soon”
Marjorie, Toshi, Eva & Sam
La Haute
Like medicine for the soul …
Date stayed: August 2020
“We loved the beautiful house and all the special touches. It was like medicine for the soul; all in all the most comfortable and best decorated gite we have stayed in”
Julian, Alena, Sam and Max
La Vienne
Nous reviendrons avec plaisir / we will come back with pleasure
Date of stay: July 2020
“Merci beaucoup pour ce séjour qui fait excellent grace a une habitation intérieur exceptionnelle. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir pour faire de nouveaux parcours a vélo. Merci pour les ideas de parcours prepares ils sont top”
Celine, David et les enfants
La Haute
We have had a really lovely time
Date of stay: July 2020
“Thank you for a lovely stay, we have had a really lovely time spent at your fab gite with sunny days. From the welcome pack on arrival, which was a lovely touch to the wonderful fairy lights in the garden, I could go on and on.”
Caroline & Bob
La Vienne
Charming and very comfortable gite
Date of stay: July 2020
“What a find this terrific place has proven to be. Meticulous attention to detail, with a warm and genuine welcome. We have fallen for this beautiful and fascinating place; this charming and comfortable gite has been the perfect base for us. This has been a very happy break for us all and has felt like a special find indeed”
Lizzie, Den, Cormac & Murphy
La Haute
Gite is perfect …
Date of stay: July 2020
“Thank you so much for being such wonderful hosts. Your gite is perfect with everything you need.Loved going to the lake, such a fabulous relaxing spot”
Kirsty, Jason & Charlie
La Vienne
Trés jolie Gite / very pretty gite
Date of stay: June 2020
“Trés jolie gîte ~ accueil chaleureux ~ belle propriété ~ reviendra un autre jour”
L’équipe de Charentois
La Vienne
Comfortable and nicely furnished
Date of stay: February 2020
“We stayed here for 6 weeks; the house was comfortable, and very nicely furnished. Julie & Keith could not have been more welcoming, kind and helpful.”
Yvonne and Kevin
La Vienne
Beautiful house
Date of stay: October 2019
“Thank you so much for your warm welcome. We really enjoyed our stay in your beautiful house. Definitely an address to come back to”
Martine, Marie and children
La Vienne
Absolutely everything has been perfect
Date of stay: September 2019
“What a wonderful, wonderful stay we’ve had. Absolutely everything has been perfect, and it has been a real adventure for us both. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”
Felicity & Darren
La Vienne
Absolutely loved our stay
Date of stay: August 2019
“We have loved our stay in this beautiful gite, it is full of wonderful quirky objects and amazing views. Could not ask for abetter gite to stay at; will definitely be staying here again. Thank you for all that you have done”
Lee, Michael, Logan & Zac
La Haute
What a wonderful week …
Date of stay: August 2019
“What a wonderful week we have spent in La Besse, exploring the Limousin. The cycle ride / croissant run to Rochechouart in the morning was fab; swimming in the local lake has been a highlight, as has the kayaking ~ and the Bistro at La Chassagne does a great steak. We plant to return next year, the gite is lovely, far exceeding our expectations”
Ben, Sarah, Ferdia & Pippa
La Vienne
Great time
Date of stay: August 2019
“Thank you for your warm welcome, we had a great time and lots of space for the kids”
Cecile & family
La Vienne
Nothing less than a little paradise …
Date of stay: August 2019
“The love and attention given to every detail is self evident, not only in the facilities provided, but also in the gites unique aesthetic. Perhaps the best aspect of this beautiful area was giving ourselves the time to simply meander and explore the tranquil countryside in the knowledge we would be returning to our stunning accommodation for a glass of something restorative in the beautiful gardens. An inspiring and unforgettable week”
Alison & Andrew
La Vienne
A wonderful stay!
Date of stay: August 2019
“Thank you for a wonderful stay. All your suggestions, hospitality and beautiful gite made our stay a treat. Thank you for being so child-friendly”
Family Verloop
La Vienne
We can’t believe our luck!
Date of stay: July 2019
“…from browsing through the places to stay in quite a large area of France we found this little piece of paradise. You have completely restored the equilibrium of 4 adults; we thank you so much for our short but idyllic stay in your exquisite gite, and the thought of a return visit will keep the family cheerful”
Pete & June, and family
La Haute
Everything that we could possibly need
Date of stay: June 2019
“We have had a wonderful week staying in this charming gite. Thank you for your very warm welcome and for providing us with everything that we could possibly need. The area has been just what we wanted with interesting places to visit and lots of good walks for our dog.”
Alan, Nora (and Teddy, the dog)
La Vienne
Hope to come back soon
Date of stay: June 2019
“It was a pleasure meeting you and staying at your gite. The house is charming and incredibly decorated with so much attention to details. We wish you all the best and hope to come back soon! “
Younes, friends & families
La Vienne
Beautiful gite
Date of stay: May 2019
“Thoroughly enjoyable stay in this beautiful gite. Will recommend to family and friends. Hope to return.”
Clare & Steve
La Vienne
Happy to return again
Date of stay: New Year 2019
“Thank you for your welcome and all of your attentions. We had a pleasant stay in your charming house. We will be happy to return again; may this year, 2019 be filled with happiness.”
Marjorie, Johnny, Frederik, Laune, Hugo, Lena et Baptiste
La Vienne
A wonderful time
Date of stay: October 2018
“We’ve had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed your gite. We keep discovering interesting artefacts! The girls loved the birds nests in the walls, and the garden was a real hit too! Thanks for your attention to detail, we have really appreciated it.”
Michelle, Steve, Vivi & Ella
La Vienne
Its like no place we have stayed before
Date of stay: October 2018
“We are so glad Trish found this gem of a place. Its like no other place we have stayed before with all your quirky furnishings and artistic flair, we loved it. Your hospitality and advice has been amazing, we only hope it wont be too long before we are back in the area with the rest of the family.”
Lisa & Steve
La Vienne
A thoroughly wonderful relaxing stay
Date of stay: September 2018
“We have had a thoroughly wonderful relaxing 10 days staying in your beautiful gite. The peace tranquility and warmth of the area is amazing, as is the spectacle of the night sky. Your gite is so lovely and filled with lots and lots of superb and quirky touches. Thank you for your hospitality and friendliness. We will be back to see you again soon”
Nina & Lyndon
La Vienne
A superb holiday
Date of stay: August 2018
“We have had a superb holiday; very relaxing but with plenty of different areas to visit. The gite is absolutely lovely and very accommodating, with everything you could possibly need and more. Julie and Keith are great and helpful hosts, with nothing being too much trouble. Thanks for the extra maps! Many, many thanks on a successful first holiday in France”
David, Michelle & Iris
La Vienne
A fantastic stay
Date of stay: August 2018
“What a fantastic stay; the gite is a real credit to you both. You have both been wonderful hosts, we wish you ongoing success with the business. Looking forward to seeing you again in the future.”
Chris, Jane & family
La Haute
Superb stay in such a lovely gite
Date of stay: August 2018
“Tom & I had a superb stay in such a lovely gite ~ it has been a real pleasure staying here and thank you so much for looking after us so well. All the best for the future and hopefully see you again”
Jonathan and Tom
La Vienne
Our third stay
Date of stay: July 2018
“Our third stay was as wonderful as ever. Apart from the wonderfully appointed gite we had some new highlights this year including the beach at St Estephe; Keith and Julie were as wonderful hosts as ever. Many thanks again, try to stay cool!”
Lloyd, Helen & family (returning)
La Haute
Thank you for everything
Date of stay: July 2018
“We had a wonderful stay. Really everything was available. You did a wonderful job decorating. Everything looks really cozy! We hope the next guests will enjoy their stay as much as we did, we wish you lots of success with the gites”
Marijke, Rob, Lynde: and Saartje the dog!
La Vienne
Refreshed and uplifted
Date of stay: June 2018
“We have had a wonderful stay at La Besse. The gite truly has everything we needed and is such a beautifully conceived living space we have been refreshed and uplifted by our short visit”
Carrie & Niamh
La Vienne
The gite was excellent
Date of stay: June / July 2018
“Merci bien pour un séjour très agréable. The gite was excellent and the surroundings lovely and relaxing”
Peter, Clare, Julia, Nick, Chris & Ann; and Taz the dog!
La Vienne
Lovely gite
Date of stay: June 2018
“Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely gite. We have really enjoyed ourselves and thank you for giving up your time to show us around. It was great catching up with you all. Take care and carry on with what you are doing”
Kev & Lorraine
La Vienne
Five star quality
Date of stay: June 2018
“We have both really enjoyed your gite and your hospitality for the third year running ~ we cannot better our previous comments ~ except to write that you deserve a successful future with the high standards of care for your guests. You provide a five star quality for a reasonable price”
Malcolm & Glyn (returning)
La Vienne
Came for one month, stayed for several !
Date of stay: November 2017 …
“I can’t thank you both enough for your kindness and ever present hospitality. I came here at a very difficult time in my life and that speaks for itself. Thank you both and good luck”
Richard (returning)
La Vienne
The gite is fabulous
Date of stay: September 2017
“Thank you so much for a wonderful warm welcome. The gite is fabulous. You really have thought of everything! The facilities were first class and have set the standard for all other self catering holiday lets. The area is so attractive and with the manual you have assembled we were able to explore and enjoy some amazing places.”
Estelle, John, Audrey, Ray, Polly & Paul
La Vienne
Another lovely week in this wonderful gite
Date of stay: August 2017
“Another lovely week in this wonderful gite. As ever a great place to stay, both the gite and the area. We really enjoyed catching up with Julie & Keith again. Swimming in the lakes was one of our favourite activities and the walk (Videix) was great. We will be back!”
Helen, Lloyd, Miranda & Bella (returning)
La Vienne
What a wonderful find!
Date of stay: August 2017
“Thank you so much for the use of your lovely gite over the last week. What a wonderful find! Your help and hospitality were as warm as the weather and we had a fantastic time lazing the days away in the locality. We loved the small beaches and the local towns and leave feeling relaxed and refreshed. We really appreciated all your help and advice no problem too small or big, and your local knowledge helped make our stay even more memorable. All the best for the future”
Pat & family
La Vienne
Great to return to the luxurious surroundings
Date of stay: August 2017
“Thank you both for a wonderful week in the gite. Despite the weather we found lots to do and it was always great to return to the luxurious surroundings. The best equipped and most thoughtfully decorated holiday home we have stayed in. Wishing you all the best in the future.”
Jeremy, Debs & Martha
La Vienne
One of the best gites we have had the pleasure of staying in
Date of stay: July 2017
“Thanks Julie & Keith for our excellent stay in your beautiful gite. So well equipped with everything you need. Thanks also for your excellent hosting ~ available when needed but not intrusive ~ you get the balance just right. The welcome pack on arrival was much appreciated. Lots to see and do in the area; on hot days a swim in the nearby lake is a must. We have been coming to France for nearly 25 years ~ this is one of the best gites we have had the pleasure of staying in.”
Jon, Alison & Anna
La Vienne
Just perfect
Date of stay: June 2017
“Two very happy weeks spent in your lovely gite, in this beautiful part of France. Thank you for your hospitality ~ just perfect.”
Chris & Hilary
La Vienne
Would recommend this gite to anyone
Date of stay: June 2017
“Another great stay at Gites Limousin where Julie has done everything to provide comfort for us. Thoroughly enjoyed our sunny week here and would recommend this gite to anyone looking for a peaceful retreat in the countryside”
Malcolm & Glyn (returning)
La Vienne
The gite is perfect
Date of stay: June 2017
“Thank you Julie & Keith for a wonderful two weeks stay in your beautiful gite. We did lots of sightseeing, walking and relaxing ~ couldn’t ask for a better combination. The gite is perfect and we loved the personal touches ~ too many to mention. However, our arrival was special with more than the basic needs provided”
John & Anne
La Vienne
Feeling completely relaxed after a week of utter tranquility
Date of stay: December 2016
“Thanks for a fantastics weeks holiday. We have been comfortable and cozy all week due to the generous hospitality of our hosts. We are feeling completely relaxed after a week of utter tranquility.”
Stephen, Elaine & Vera
La Vienne
The most beautifully decorated gite we have ever stayed in
Date of stay: December 2016
“We have enjoyed unseasonably gorgeous weather in the most beautifully decorated gite we have ever stayed in. So sad we couldn’t have bought more items, though we love what we have chosen. Thanks too for your generosity and for telling us all about the local brocantes which we loved and would never have discovered without you. A bientot!”
Fiona & Roger
La Vienne
We keep coming back so you’re obviously doing something right
Date of stay: October 2016
“Thanks again for a lovely stay. We keep coming back so you’re obviously doing something right! The gite is fantastic (again). The area is fantastic (again). The hosts are fantastic (again). ’nuff said”
Richard & Paddy (returning)
La Vienne
The gite is absolutely perfect
Date of stay: September 2016
” What a wonderful week we have had in your perfect little corner of France. The gite is absolutely perfect and makes a change from the ‘oh so predictable’ rentals that are offered these days; all the extra special touches and beautiful quirky pieces. We have been incredibly lucky with the weather this week, the only down side is that we have been so busy we haven’t had time to relax and unwind. I have no doubt we will be back again soon.”
Susi & Nigel
La Vienne
We’ve enjoyed every minute of our time here
Date of stay: September 2016
“We have all thoroughly enjoyed our relaxing weeks stay in your lovely gite spotting something daily thats not been noticed before. We’ve loved wandering around the nearby towns experiencing different cultures. Thank you for being fabulous hosts; we’ve enjoyed every minute of our time here. Take care and see you soon!”
Jan, Leon, Rebecca & Alex
La Vienne
We’ll spread the word
Date of stay: August 2016
“We had a great week in this beautifully furnished and decorated gite. We discovered another nice detail everyday. Thanks for your friendly welcome, your hospitality and nice conversation we had on our last evening. We’ll spread the word!”
Altwin & Judith
La Vienne
So many things to do in the area
Date of stay: August 2016
“We have absolutely loved our time in your fabulous gite, the most beautifully furnished by far! So many things to do in the area & we loved the swimming beaches in particular. Angouleme is definitely worth a visit too ~ great choice of restaurants. Thanks for the suggestion to go to the night market at St Mathieu, it was a great evening. We hope to return soon to this beautiful area & gite”
Helen, Lloyd, Guy, Miranda & Bella
La Vienne
Fantastic area to visit
Date of stay: August 2016
“The Jefferys family has had a marvellous time. Beautiful gite, lovely hosts and a fantastic area to visit!”
Clive, Joanna, Emer & Owen
La Vienne
Our second holiday to your amazing gite
Date of stay: July 2016
“We have thoroughly enjoyed our second holiday to your amazing gite ~ we were blessed with sunshine everyday. Thanks to your local knowledge we explored some different picturesque towns and we even managed to find some other beautiful swimming lakes close by. The garden activities continued to be a great hit especially the table tennis tournaments we had most nights and the archery set, which we plan to stop off and buy one on our way home as a reminder of our fun evenings. It was lovely to see you both again and catch up, your warm welcome and hospitality is sure to have us return again”
Amanda, Paul, Kyla & Kieran (returning)
La Vienne
Great place for cooking, eating and relaxing
Date of stay: July 2016
“We have very much enjoyed our family holiday in France this year. The lake has given us some good swimming, boating and relaxing. The local towns have given us some enjoyable days out and for us to practice our French! We have very much enjoyed your gite, which is a great place for cooking and eating and relaxing. The garden has been a great place for archery and boules. Thank you to you both for being such perfect hosts our summer holiday of 2016 has been one of our best. Thanks”
Marty, Tracey, Annabel & Finlay
La Vienne
Pretty and yet so practical
Date of stay: July 2016
“We had a really lovely time here ~ the gite is so pretty yet so practical! You were wonderful hosts and nothing was too much trouble for you. We will definitely be back!”
Rob & Karen
La Vienne
Home from home
Date of stay: June 2016
“We have had a wonderful time in your lovely gite. We were made to feel very welcome. It’s a real home from home and our purchases will serve as a reminder of a fantastic holiday at La Besse.”
Steph, Kate & Rosemary
La Vienne
Everything we needed
Date of stay: June 2016
“We’ve had a lovely couple of weeks here. Gite is very comfortable and has everything we needed”
Colin & Donna
La Vienne
Get away from the stresses of city life
Date of stay: May 2016
” We have enjoyed our stay in your gite and would recommend it to anyone who wants to get away from the stresses of city life ~ a perfect country retreat in the bocage of the Haute-Vienne and you have thought of everything to make our week so pleasant”
Mac & Glynn
La Vienne
Cozy evenings in
Date of stay: February 2016
“We have had a wonderful time here in your lovely gite; the log burner is awesome! We’ve had some cozy evenings in, cooking and drinking wine ~ there is everything you could possibly need in the kitchen, and there’s a bath big enough for two! Keith and Julie have been wonderful hosts and made us feel very welcome and at home. A great week!”
Ian & Liz
La Vienne
The best place we have stayed so far in France
Date of stay: January 2016
“We have had a brilliant time here, your gite is comfortable and stylish and meets all you requirements and more. You have been amazing hosts and helpful in every way possible, and we mean it when we say this is the best place we have stayed so far in France, and that is down to you. Thank you for everything”
Teresa & Ben
La Vienne
Perfect Autumn retreat
Date of stay: November 2015
“Thank you for being the warmest, most welcoming and considerate hosts. We would just like to tell you how much we have thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Your gite is truly beautiful and cozy – a perfect autumn retreat. We will most definitely see you again soon!”
Luke & Robyn
La Vienne
We have just stayed another 2 weeks
Date of stay: September 2015
“We were here in June for 2 weeks and we have just stayed another 2 weeks in September. A big thank you to Keith & Julie for being such lovely hosts. The gite continues to be quirky & charming and we’re looking forward to our next visit to see the Brocanterie!! Thanks again”
Richard & Paddy (returning)
La Vienne
An ideal relaxing holiday
Date of stay: September 2015
“Limousin in general and La Vienne in particular have been an ideal relaxing holiday with life being lived at a leisurely pace. The gite is comfortable and its quirky decor is appealing. It has been well equipped with great attention to detail and the variety of guide books and leaflets provided is guaranteed to cater for all tastes. Personally we have enjoyed the opportunity to explore the pleasant countryside by following a number of the walking routes. Julie & Keith even laid on a sunny week in September! Many thanks to you both.”
John & Isobel
La Vienne
One of the best family holidays ever
Date of stay: August 2015
“What a wonderful, quirky but homely gite. Its peacefulness, and lovely surroundings have allowed us to have one of the best family holidays ever. The children loved the garden and exploring the surroundings in a safe environment. We loved allowing the children the gift of freedom. The outdoor life suited us more than we ever thought. You are fantastic hosts ~ the provisions on arrival, the warm welcome. Thank you both”
Steve, Tanya, Cai & Erin
La Vienne
Beautiful (that word again!)
Date of stay: August 2015
“Thanks for an incredible warm welcome. We have loved staying in your beautiful gite with so many interesting touches and thoughtful inclusions. You’ve both been really helpful which has made our stay even better. The area is so beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed exploring on the hired bikes you suggested. Orador-sur-Glane is a must!! The lake is beautiful (that word agin!) and the castles where great. Thanks again for your hospitality”
Andy, Kate, Rosa & Jed
La Vienne
Beautiful gite
Date of stay: August 2015
“We thank you for our wonderful stay in France, made all the better with the beautiful gite. Even with the ‘not so sunny’ weather there was plenty of family activities in the area and within the accommodation. Our eldest has fallen for monopoly. Thank you for being wonderful hosts, we will certainly be recommending the gite to our friends and family”
Lance, Toni, Iestyn & Iolo,
La Vienne
I wanted to stay longer
Date of stay: August 2015
“Thank you for making our stay in France so enjoyable. I can honestly say this is the first holiday where I have wanted to stay longer, being such a home bird! The style of the gite is stunning loved the marriage between the old and new. The gite has been superbly designed, adding to our comfort. To top everything off we thoroughly enjoyed our table tennis rallies (something we haven’t played for years) we couldn’t have wished for better hosts, such a warm welcome. Your friendliness continued throughout our stay, nothing was too much trouble”
Brett, Wenna & Sam
La Vienne
Traditional yet quirky
Date of stay: July 2015
“Thank you for making our stay in this traditional, yet quirky gite so enjoyable. You have both ensured our first family holiday in France was an amazing experience. Your warm welcome, friendliness and helpful attitude made us feel at home immediately. It is a truly stunning place you have here, decorated to a high standard with everything we needed and more. You have thought of everything, the variety of games to take to the lake were well used and the table tennis was a real hit! We couldn’t have hoped for a better place to stay”
Paul, Amanda, Kyla & Kieran
La Vienne
Stunning and tranquil break
Date of stay: July 2015
“What a beautiful gite, in such a idyllic area. It was home for home (except much more tastefully decorated than we ever could manage!) and had everything you could possibly need, including picnic set and garden. A swimming lake is not far and we went every day, so we didn’t miss having a pool. We had a wonderful week away and Keith and Julie couldn’t have made us feel more welcome”
Steve & Ellie
La Vienne
Perfection – Vraiment Parfait!
Date of stay: June 2015
“My wife and I stayed at La Vienne for a couple weeks over May and June 2015 and we are delighted with the choice we made. This is a beautiful Gite by any standards. It is tastefully furnished and accessorised with charming items many of which are for sale – so we returned to the UK with several items which were simply irresistible! Everything you could possibly need is available – including crisp white freshly laundered towels that epitomise the overall high standard of cleanliness. Faultless xx”
Richard & Paddy
La Vienne
Wonderful atmosphere
Date of stay: April 2015
“A wonderful week at La Vienne, we have loved getting to know you and the Limousin, we have felt so at home and comfortable here. You have made such a fantastic place with a wonderful atmosphere. Thank you for all your kindness, help and advise, the girls have loved every minute and would move in tomorrow”
Jonny, Miranda, Poppy & Miriam
La Vienne
Delightful
Date of stay: February 2015
“My wife and I had the good fortune to select La Vienne for a ten day break. The accommodation was of a very high standard with everything necessary to provide an extremely comfortable, relaxing and cosy environment. Coupled with the excellent property, our hosts, Keith and Julie proved to be wonderful “neighbours” who attended to any queries that we might have had with warmth and friendliness – without intrusion. Our thanks to them both for making our stay so memorable”
Bruce & Margaret