VISITORS BOOK 2005
(VISITORS BOOK 2006)
(VISITORS BOOK 2007)
All the comments are copied word for word from the
hand-written 'Visitors Book' which can be viewed on site
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Allan and Margaret Thomas
(Birmingham)
3/06/05
We have spent a beautiful week at Le Clos des Guyons. The gite has everything we need and more.The garden has been a delight, especially the beautiful roses and we have taken full advantage of the pool. The surrounding countryside has plenty to offer. Brian and Sheila have made us feel part of their family. Looking forward to staying with you again next year! Thank you for everything.
(Surrey and Gloucestershire)
04/06/05
From the moment of our arrival Brian and Sheila made us feel most welcome. We had an enjoyable time relaxing by the pool in such peaceful surroundings. Taken time to explore the surrounding area by bike and we encountered little traffic. Thank you Brian and Sheila for all your help and suggestions. Well located and the accommodation was well equipped, especially the dish washer. PS. Heartily recommended!!
(Isle of Man)
Chambres d'hotes 10/06/05
Many thanks Sheila and Brian for looking after us so well. We have enjoyed our stay at Le Clos des Guyons; relaxing in the garden and exploring the village. A must do is a walk through the vineyards. Say 'Hello' to the ladies as you walk down the road to them, and wave at the farmers as you walk through, (it's really a walk to remember! ) Thanks Sheila for all the good cooking and to Brian for his vast knowledge of local wines.
All the very best of luck!
Philip and Andrea Killen
(Leeds).
16/06/05
We came nervous of what we might find and in need of some stress relief. We leave with hearts full of joy. Your home is wonderful, quirky and most comfortable and Le Puy Notre Dame is charming. We intend to come again. Our thanks for a stress relieving holiday.
Rosemary and Tony Mitchell
(Beccles, Suffolk)
24 June 2005
You made us feel like long lost friends instead of total strangers. We have been extremely comfortable and enjoyed your generous hospitality. We are shop-a-holics so thoroughly enjoyed Saumur. The ride on the 'Caleche' was charming and parking was so easy near the river. Many thanks for the wine degustation an unexpected bonus! Also enjoyed the company of Monsier Jospin, Sam and Meg.
Mike and Trish Hall
(Petherton, Somerset)
06/07/05
What a lovely holiday!! Thank you for looking after us both so well. A great welcome, great food, great company. We've really enjoyed ourselves. Thankyou and good luck!
(Derby)
02/07/05
Many, many thanks for being such welcoming hosts and for being so generous in sharing your experiences and time with us during our house-hunting expedition!
'Merci beaucoup encore une fois et a la prochaine'!
(Northern Ireland)
16/07/05
We had a lovely time in Le Puy Notre Dame. Highlights included our day out to the Chateaux at Chenonceau and Chambord followed by dinner by the river in Blois. Our visit to Tours for 'The Tour de France' was memorable and got to see Lance Armstrong! The local towns and villages surrounding Le Puy are very charming. We enjoyed our trip to the Conservation Zoo in Doué la Fontaine and had a lovely meal on our last night in Montreuil Bellay. Brian and Sheila were very good hosts and made sure we got the most out of our time here. We would like to thank them both for their warm hospitality!
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Lesley and David Quirk
(Oxford)
23/07/05
I really enjoyed my stay in Le Puy Notre Dame and I was very comfortable in my room. The BBQ evenings were great fun. Many thanks for the surprise gift which will hang on my wall as a reminder of the holiday when I get home. (Louise, age 95)
Well done team! We had a great time and rest.... Good look for the future and get on with the metal detecting!!
(Jordonstown, Northern Ireland)
23/07/05
We have had the most wonderful time at Le Clos des Guyons thanks to Brian and Sheila's hospitality. Denis has learned so much from Brian about everything to do with wine and enjoyed the degustations. The gite was so comfortable, everything we needed. Our love affair with the Loire continues!
Every good wish for the future . We will be back to inspect the progress!!!
(Bridge of Wier, Scotland)
30/07/05
Thank you for such a relaxing week. We all enjoyed the pool, the wine and the company. The accommodation is great and the area beautiful to explore. It's been great to learn more about the wines of the Loire from such enthusiasts! Bonne Chance!
(Stamford, Lincs)
30/07/05
Thanks to Brian and Sheila for their warm hospitality. The accommodation has been superb and the relaxing days by the pool have been lovely. There is so much to see and do. Our trip to Montreuil-Bellay was well worth doing. Thanks also to Brian for introducing us to some fantastic wines of the region! Good luck to you both for the future!
(Oxford)
and Shannon
(WINNIPEG, CANADA)
12/08/05
We have had a wonderful fortnight here with something special to remember every day, special memories include:- The Japanese Gardens at Maulevrier; walking through the narrow streets up to the Chateau at Monsoreau; discovering 'Paysanne Salad' in Cholet; shopping in Saumur market Saturday morning; drinking coffee in the Prieure St Lazare. at Fontenvraud Abbey; the Classical Guitar Concert in the Eglise at Passavant sur Layon followed by a glass of wine in the Chateau. But what has made staying at Le Clos des Guyons so much more than just renting a beautiful gite, has been the wonderful hospitality, enthusiasm and expert knowledge that Brian and Sheila have shared with us:- Three hour Sunday lunches in Montreuil-Bellay; seeing Brian in his element at a village fete in Denez sur Doué and the wine degustation at Domaine de Petit Clocher in Clere sur Layon. It has been a truly outstanding holiday for all of us!
(Manchester)
20/08/05
Have spent a lovely relaxing week here. We are so glad we found this little hide-away to soak up the sun and to recharge the batteries. We loved going exploring on the bikes around the vines and the country roads. We had big plans to do more sight-seeing but got very lazy by the swimming pool........ Thank you Brian and Sheila for helping to make this a memorable holiday which we will always remember. Le Clos des Guyons has also been a great place to make new friends. Good luck in the future and thanks for making our FOURTH Wedding Anniversary so special.
(Derby)
27/08/05
"Merci beaucoup", for being such hospitable hosts. Our apartment was fabulous, the location terrific, the pool inviting, the tranquillity conducive to lie-ins, the chais and caves an unexpected bonus, the information informative.......all in all simply marvellous. We have appreciated EVERYTHING you have done AND Happy rest of the year - We'll be back again next year!
(Bewdley, Worcestershire)
03/09/05
We have had a wonderful time here 'thankyou'. The weather was glorious and it was difficult to drag ourselves away from the lovely garden and swimming pool. Saumur was lovely and the Zoo the best we have ever seen. We hope to see you again for a few more glasses of wine and your good company. Our best wishes to you both!
(Surrey)
03/09/05
We had a fantastic time in your beautiful abode. Everything about this holiday has been relaxing and indulgent. Just what we both needed to destress. Your hospitality and the company of the other guests have really made for a memorable stay. A beautiful house with lovely hosts.
We will leave on a sad note ............................... "A Home from Home in the Beautiful Loire".
(Epping)
01/10/05
(Bolton)
08/10/05
(Birmingham)
15/10/05
(Derby)
23/10/05
(Tamworth)
23/11/05
Thank you for an excellent visit to your new B&B. Excellent service, wonderful trip to the winery, very memorable occasion!
We wish you continued success, you certainly deserve it, you work so hard and always give us a very warm welcome!
Joe and Peggy Wilder.
(MISSISSIPPI,
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA)
10/12/05
We have all decided that we must come back here again.
The fun, the food and the fellowship have been absolutely great. Le Clos des Guyons is certainly a place that we will recommend to our family and friends. You have been a sterling host and hostess. Our dinner together was such a good time!
Thank you both for everything.
