We wish to thank all our guests for making our 2010 season so enjoyable, and we look forward to seeing past guests who are returning next year and meeting our new guests in 2011.

"Truly wonderful experience. Fabulous apartment & hosts. Loved the wine tours. Will be back!"

Graeme and Irene Mc Farlane, Glasgow, Scotland, UK September 2010

"We have had a fantastic week exploring the Loire valley and sampling the wines on Simon's tour. The apartment is well decorated and the facilities very well maintained. it is in a good location with local amenities close by. We've had some great meals out....and enjoyed a delicious meal in the beautiful setting of Manoir de Gourin."

Simon and Andrea Wright, West Yorkshire, UK  September 2010

"We've been here for 2 weeks and can't imagine feeling more relaxed. the surrounding areas are beautiful and we've been relaxing in the garden whilst enjoying the excellent facilities in the apartment. We heartily recommend Simon's wine tour - fantastic wine at amazing prices. A fantastic 2 weeks.. "

Matt and Sally, Hertford, UK  July 2010

"What a wonderful part of the world. Congratulations on your vision, passion and dedication enabling many travellers, including ourselves, to experience such an interesting area of France. We thoroughly enjoyed the wine tour with you Simon and will continue to enjoy Pierre's wine during the remainder of our travels. Thank you for the wonderful memories we take with us of the Manoir de Gourin and the Loire Valley."

Helen and Geoff Edmonds, Australia July 2010

"What can I say that hasn't already been said...fantastic hosts in Karin and Simon, good food and a whole new world of wine. Facilities are superb with the apartment and pool - all you need after a day touring the Loire valley. To top it all the landscape is wonderful and a beautiful place to visit."

Linda and Martin Turner, London  July 2010

"We have just spent a near perfect week in an apartment that is delightful and well thought out - some delightful touches. The swimming pool was blissful...the meals at the Manoir were superb, as was the wine tour. Many thanks to Karin and Simon for being such wonderful and thoughtful hosts. We leave with many happy memories..."

Lynda and Clive Gilchrist, Cambridge, UK  June 2010

"Fantastic end to our honeymoon, lovely pretty area and great apartment....the pool is outstanding... Karin and Simon are so helpful and a highlight for us was the fabulous evening meal in their home with great food and atmosphere. The wine tour was very informative and we learnt a lot about wines we didn't know. We came away with the most amazing sparkling red!..."

Gwen and Will Evans, Guildford, UK  June 2010

"Arrived not knowing - departed refreshed, more knowledgeable and will now look at the moon in a different light! Great hosts, lovely time and a real joy to meet the winemakers...thank you"

Alan and Karen Gottschalk, UK May 2010

"What a perfect location for the ultimate in relaxation...a great escape from the stress of life in the UK. What Simon doesn't know about wines of this region isn't worth knowing! We particularly enjoyed the wine tasting dinner complemented by the perfect local wines. A wonderful birthday present, thank you!"

Di and Ewan, Birmingham, UK   September 2009

"The four night visit/tour was everything we had hoped for. Superb. Simon and Karin - thank you so much for making our honeymoon so memorable. Best wishes and we hope to return one day!"

Pete and Gemma, Perth, Western Australia   September 09

"Thoroughly relaxing week. Simon and Karin are wonderful hosts. Their wine tasting dinner was superb."

Suze and Richard Hemming, London, UK   September 09

"Your hospitality has been so nice, the wine tour with Simon and lovely wine tasting dinner with other guests was a delight."

Chris and Sandra, Truro, Cornwall, UK   August/September 09

"We had to spend 12 hours plus 4 hours to come here from our home in Tokyo. It is worth for it. Wine tour was very informative. Every time we have wine from  Loire, we remember the days here. Thank you very much Simon and Karin. Arigatou!"

Mieko and Takashi Goto, Tokyo, Japan   August 09

"The wine tour and gourmet evening were very much the highlight of our trip and we will always think fondly of your warm hospitality."

Gena and David, Dorset, UK   August 09

"We came for a relaxing week and achieved exactly that! Somewhere along the way we've learned a lot about wine and wine making - thank you Simon (Will never forget Chaintres!) and enjoyed a delightful evening - delicious dinner, wines of course, and such good company!"

Helen and Norman, Herts, UK   July 09

"Thank you Simon and Karin for a lovely holiday in beautiful accommodation. the highlight was the fabulous meal and wine tasting night. good food, good wine and good company."

Graham and Jeanne, Glasgow, Scotland   July 09
 

“Lovely hosts and a beautiful place – fantastic! A perfect honeymoon.”

Angie and Will, Appleton, Cheshire, UK   May 08
 

“The apartment was absolutely fantastic and the location was ideal. We feel we got to enjoy the best that this area of the Loire has to offer. We particularly enjoyed your wine tour and we have got 54 bottles to prove it! We both feel that we will visit again.”

Hilary and Anthony, London, UK   June 08
 

“Thank you Karin and Simon for your very friendly welcome and advice. It has been a pleasure to meet you and stay in your beautiful apartment. It's been a very relaxing time and we go back refreshed and with a car full of wine.”

Diana and Alasdair, Cheltenham, England   July 08
 

“Could not have picked a better spot to celebrate a big birthday. Idyllic spot, outstanding accommodation and the wine tour was the icing on the cake. Thank you. Hope to see you again soon.”

Bob and Hilary, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, UK    August 08