(Kettering UK)

and 'Gilby' the Morgan.

(London) 27/05/06

(Birmingham)

Another wonderful week has been spent in Le Puy Notre Dame!  The weather, although not brilliant, has been bright and sunny for the most part and we have been able to breakfast on the sun terrace every day. 

As well as joining with other guests in recommending visits to the Zoo at Doué la Fontaine and the Cointreau Museum at Angers, we have lots of things we still want to do in Anjou.  That is the joy of the area, there is always plenty to see and do and, if the weather is kind there is always the pool and a good book! 

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Lynn and Neil (North London)

We had a great time here with Sheila and Brian.  Lots of conversation and laughs at the late night drinking on the terrace.  The accommodation and facilities are superb. Your advice in organising our activities was a boon. We will certainly be happy to recommend you to any of our friends.  Who knows we  may turn up again next year if you will have us! Hope you are both soon fit and fully active again.

(Eire)

(Cheltenham)

A very relaxing and comfortable week made so much better by the helpful Sheila and Brian who are such good hosts.  The speed with which the 'unwind factor' launched in was the proof of this wonderful holiday! The wine education was enhanced by the 'practical' sessions, greatly appreciated.  Really sad to be leaving to return to the 'other world'.

(Sussex)

(London)

(Bolton, Lancashire) 01/06/06

Another wonderful return visit.  Everything has been said by others, but we discovered two lovely restaurants this year, the first one in Saumur, Auberge Reine de Sicile owned by Manuelia et Cedric Poulaine, and the other one in Fontenvraud, La Licorne (the Unicorn) - advise to book in advance for both!  Brian kept us entertained with a 'First-Class Wine Tasting Visit' next door in the village, and as there were two of us with the same christian names in the apartments we became Upstairs Geoffrey and Downstairs Geoffrey !  The weather was really superb and the grape harvest looks good for this year.

Good to see both Sheila and Brian again - Next Year? - Yes!

(Lancashire)

Denmark

(Feckenham, Worcs)

From the moment we arrived, tired and stressed after a horrible journey and a glass of red wine was put in our hands, we have felt welcomed and looked after here.  Thank you Brian and Sheila.  The week has slipped by very enjoyably relaxing by the pool.  Local visits  we all enjoyed were, eating out at the Creperie Escalier St Pierre in Montreuil Bellay and the 'Wine Tasting Visit' in the village was a real highlight.  Our children have loved the swimming pool and 'Le Sauvignon' is a delight.  Late night drinking with lively conversation really added to a wonderful holiday. Best wishes to you both.

"Dear Brian and Sheila,

Thank you for helping to make this 'the best holiday ever'.

Reading, Berkshire

Kettering, Northants

Thank you for your hospitality throughout the week.  The facilities are superb, as is the area, and the company of the other guests and yourselves.  We have one or two bottles of wine to enjoy at a later date but will return to the region to replenish in October! 

Kind regards.

Thank you very much to Brian and Sheila for making our stay here a really enjoyable one.  You've been such wonderful hosts and 'Le Sauvignon' is such a fantastic apartment.  A week isn't really long enough to explore the area (and the pool) but we gave it our best shot! Highlights of our stay include:- the Monday morning market at Doué la Fontaine; Canoeing on the river Thouet at Montreuil Bellay; the town of Saumur; the fabulous Wine Tasting Tour in the village and, of course, the Boulangerie in Le Puy!  Thanks again for such a great trip.

Cardiff, Wales.

Thank you so much for a fabulous French experience! 'Le Sauvignon' was splendid, the setting idyllic and all on site activities much appreciated.  Thanks for the daily information, sites to see, local events plus the ever accurate weather information!  We especially enjoyed our  wine tasting experience - Brian is a brilliant guide .... The BBQ was a triumph - the day after relaxing by the pool, thank goodness! 

Our second year here and it still doesn't get any better than this - sheer bliss. Cheers to you both. We'll be back in 2007 if you will have us.  Lots of Love Carol, Robert and Dan.

Penistone, Sheffield

Everything as written above by our 'co-guests'.  This was our first visit and we consider ourselves so fortunate that we got a cancellation.  The accommodation 'Le Chenin' was great and our hosts fabulous.  The BBQ was sensational as was the superb guided tour by Brian to the village winery.

Le Clos des Guyons is a truly wonderful place - don't tell all your friends or we'll never get in!

Many thanks.  A votre santé!

Gartocosh

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Morag and John Pinion

East Kilbride

First of all, please accept our apologies for the lateness in sending you our 'thank you' note by e-mail. As usual we returned from holiday very relaxed and wound down thanks to your lovely wine, but it didn't take long to hit the ground running and get caught up in the usual work stuff!  We have sent this note but it in no way truly reflects our gratitude for all that you did to make our holiday so special - personalised wine tour, booking the best restaurant we experienced during our stay in France - I could go on and on.....  Many, many thanks and good luck and best wishes in all that you do in the future!

Eccleshall, Staffordshire

Chessington, Surrey.

Newburgh, Lancs

Having visited France and, in particular, the Loire Valley region for many years, we now seek our culture among the flora and fauna of the golf courses - which do exemplify the natural beauty of this region, except of course the bunkers!

London

(but soon to be Sydney

Australia in 2007)!

Thank you so much for the lovely chats, restaurant advice and the fabulous village wine tour.  We will think of you every time we 'crack a bottle'.

Reston, VA 20190

United States of America

We knew from the minute we found you that the Le Clos des Guyons would be a perfect addition to our two monthly journey around France.  The prospect for an idyllic stay on an old wine estate has been fully realized.

Our stay in Le Chenin has been very comfortable.  The apartment is tastefully furnished and accommodates all modern day needs.

Our 'Evening Aperitif' with you was delightful and we enjoyed hearing all about your experiences in undertaking such a huge renovation project.

The wine tastings with yourselves has been a 'rare treat' and we thoroughly enjoyed Brian's Wine Tour and Tasting in the village - a highlight of our stay!

The weather was variable so that we could not take full advantage of the lovely courtyard and gardens had to offer us.  Of course this means we will have to come back!

We had occasion to use one of the easy marked '9 km Walking Trails' and it gave us glimpses into the surrounding villages during the vendage which we would  not have seen from just driving through the area.

Thankyou both so much for your warm hospitality and efforts to make our visit an enjoyable one.

Mr et Mme Remy

59800 Lille, France

Comme nos predicesseurs, nous avons beaucoup apprecié l'hospitalite de Sheila et Brian.  Tourjours souriants tres accueillants - Apprecié aussi, le bouteille du pettiant, vraiment excellent!  Apprécié le appartement confortable et agréable.  Admiré les travaux de restauration, vraiment remarquables.

Nous sommes venus principalement pour assister au spectacle "Les Musicale du Cadre Noir de Saumur". C'etait splendide et fabuleux, maix necessaire faut reserver ses places eight - dix mois avant!

Happy Lane, Eugene, Oregon

United States of America

A highlight of our trip was Brian's excellent Wine Tour and Tastings in the local winery!  I know in years to come Keith will be telling stories about the wine processes, the caves and all the memorable wines we have sampled.  That was really a very special morning for us!

I know we will take away with us dinner last night in Saumur.  We loved sharing your Wedding Anniversary with both of you - wonderful food, delightful surroundings and non-stop conversation - all was a special evening.

Kettering, Northants

After our visit in August we simply had to return to replenish the wine stocks!

Karen and Larry Anderson

David and Margy Anderson

Castle Creek, New York,

Unites States of America

You certainly have chosen a beautiful part of the world to call home!  We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and a return trip is already on our minds.  Thankyou for your hospitality and introduction to some exceptional wines.   Larry and Karen.

David and I couldn't have found a more wonderful relaxing place for our vacation.  You both shared your knowledge and the area with tremendous warmth. This is our first experience staying in such an apartment which has been to such a high standard. Our hikes in Le Puy Notre Dame and Montreuil Bellay were especially enhanced by the countryside, and chateau which was just splendid.  All will be remembered. Thankyou for everything you have done to make this such a delight for us all.     David and Margy.