GUESTS COMMENTS

We’ve had a great holiday – the area here is really beautiful – lots of wine tasting, visiting Chateaux and a few bike rides! The gite is lovely and in a very nice location – extremely pretty. It’s been great to return to this part of France and revisit the science park and the Zoo in particular. There are thankfully a few things here to keep a 12 year old amused! The WiFi was also an enormous help! Thanks to Sue and Jon. We hope to see you again.
Diane, David & Rian from Warwickshire England     September 2011

We had a wonderful stay at Les Fleurs; we enjoyed futurescope and visiting the Natural History Museum in Angers. Having the DVD player and internet access ensured that everyone was kept happy. We had good fun at the Zoo with the vultures at feeding time and in the aviary. Jon and Sue cooked wonderful meals for us and the gite is really well equipped – Home from Home. We would not hesitate to return and recommend the farmhouse to our friends.
Susan, Brian, Tom and Megan from South Shields UK.    August 2011  

We’ve just enjoyed our second wonderful stay at Les Fleurs. Highlights for us have been Le Clos Luce (Da Vinci’s last home) Villandry and Le Puy du Fou which is only 70 minutes away. We al thought Puy du Fou was better than Disneyland! (There aren’t any rides but the shows are so visually spectacular they leave you speechless. As its all in French you can hire audio guides but we didn’t & it didn’t spoil our enjoyment.
Les Fleurs has all the ingredients needed for a perfect holiday. Thank you to Sue and Jon for all your kindness and helpfulness. We look forward to returning!
Juliet, Shane and Lara from Surrey England                   August 2011

We all had a lovely and relaxing stay in what was a very comfortable and well equipped gite. The garden and flowers were gorgeous and the children loved the swings and swimming pool etc. and the fact that there was UK television!!!
It was great having wine in the welcome pack for our arrival. Lots of things to do and see, such as the Zoo, Tank museum, troglodyte dwellings, old shops museums, Saumur Doue la Fontaine and so on. Also had a nostalgic trip back to Tours. Looking forward to another of Sue and Jon’s meals tonight. Many Thanks
Alan, Anne, Rachel & Mark from Berkshire, England.      July 2011

A fantastic holiday, the gite was the perfect base for exploring the region. We visited some beautiful Chateaux including Amboise, Clos de Luce and Chenonceau. Enjoyed a great BBQ in Anjou’s private garden and tasted some of Jon’s wonderful and varied wines. Sue and Jon made everyone fell welcome and their cooking was superb! Restaurants would be proud to serve such meals. The flight to Le Mans with Jon was just out of this world! We went over Chateau, the Loire River and then landed at Le Mans; visited the 24 hour Le Mans track and museum.
Thank you for an excellent stay and will see you again soon.
Kris, Sarah, Carl and Anthea from Stoke UK                          July 2011

Our third visit in four years hasn’t disappointed. We enjoyed two fabulous weeks in ANJOU making the most of all the Loire Valley has to offer. As always, Jon and Sue went out of their way to make our holiday extra special. We celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary with a wonderful diner by Sue. Highlights this time included the Oriental Gardens, The Pierre et Lumiere caves and of course the wine! Isabelle and Matthew adored the garden, play area and pool (as well as the great DVD collection for down time!!) we were all sad to be leaving and are looking forward to our next holiday at Les Fleurs. Many thanks Jon and Sue.
The Lordon Family from Ireland                                            June 2011

Wonderful Farmhouse - comfortable, clean, well equipped.
 Beautiful garden – great for BBQ’s and sun bathing – Lovely area for walks. WILL BE BACK! Thanks Sue and Jon for everything – including wedding info.
Peter, Cara & Olivia, Milton Keynes                                       May 2011

Sue & Jon greeted us with a very warm welcome. Les Fleurs has been a fantastic place from which to visit the surrounding countryside and many historic sites & Chateau of the Loire. The Zoo is best ever visited, with our little granddaughter Ellie. One week has left us totally charmed with the area. Sue and Jon’s meals are exceptionally good. We wish we could have stayed longer.
Valerie & Franck from surrey, UK                                           May 2011

We’ve loved our visit to Les Fleurs and the Loire Valley. Anjou has been the perfect base and we’ve covered plenty of ground – the Troglodyte village at Rochmenier, Fontrevraud Abbey (a must see) and the excellent Zoo at Doue as well as Chinon and Angers. Ellie (3) has loved the pool and enjoyed chatting to everyone! Sue and Jon have made us most welcome and we very much enjoyed Sue’s delicious cooking.
Jane, James and Ellie from Surrey.                                                May 2011

First of all, 'Thank you' for being so nice, normal and natural, 
Making our stay with you such a pleasure. So much so that 
We wanted to turn round and come back once we'd checked everything at 
Home was OK, which it was (apart from plants being saturated and frost
and wind damaged). In May as well!!
We hardly ate out during our second week in Brittany having been spoiled
by your cooking and the attentive service provided. It's a real 
Pleasure dining on site at Les Fleurs, and you don't know how much we
look forward to it. 
It's so relaxing and pleasing. A lovely way to sink into the sunset
three times a week! I get that sense of well being just recalling it now.
Hope everything thrives for you, thrives in fact as well as your 
plants, pots and garden. I write as the rain pelts down here in the UK
and think of the clouds of roses and colour we've left behind.
Nice memories and something for us to look back on - more 
importantly something for us to look forward to, don't yet know when but
we certainly know where!
Irene and Chris from Lancashire    
              May 2011

What a beautiful place to relax after our long journey from Italy! Wish we could stay longer! The comfortable & fresh bed was a very welcome sight after 12 hours in a car! Thank you Sue and Jon – The property is beautifully presented, comfortable & well equipped – perfect for a family break – we hope to see you again soon!
Michael, Lisa, Alex, Jenny & Christy from Jersey         April 2011

Jon & Sue have been wonderful! – Great attention to detail in terms of the properties (and especially children’s toys) as well as a wealth of information and recommendation. Highlights must include the troglodyte caves at Rochemenier, going for walks through the vineyards, the gardens at Villandry and of course the wonderful but unexpected Zoo. Looking forward to the bread oven next year.
Vijay, Lisa, Olivia, & Noah from Sussex UK                     April 2011

Plenty of tourist attractions and entertaining visits to take. Close enough to the town for most needs such as food. Very pleasant property with an interesting walking about. Enjoyable experience
Flannery from Chester UK                                                 October 2010

Thank you so much Jon and Sue for your hospitality & Wonderful accommodation. We have all thoroughly enjoyed our ‘French Adventure’ in the Loire Valley. Best wishes.
Bernadette, Nelson, Adam, Enna and Rachel from Canberra, Australia                                                                             October 2010

Thanks for a fantastic week! We’ve had a lovely time visiting many of the sites and particularly enjoyed the Zoo, the various Chateaux and the weather.  The Farmhouse has been a great home from home – many, many thanks Jon & Sue.
Louise, Stuart, & Scarlet from Norfolk UK                  September 2010

A home away from home…a very easy and relaxing holiday for us in a very beautiful region of France with so much to do and see!! Many thanks to Sue and Jon for making our holiday so comfortable xxx
The Edwards Family, A Kiwi, an Aussie and our British daughter!!)                                                                  September 2010

Great Gite, great weather, lovely area – only problem a week is not long enough to do everything! Can only copy previous visitors by saying a Zoo visit is a must. We also were lucky enough to see a Cadre Noir presentation: FANTASTIC!! Hope to visit again, Thanks Jon & Sue!
The Lamour Family from Hampshire                        August 2010

We've had a great week ion this gorgeous gite. Have enjoyed the pool. Rochemenier troglodyte village was interesting plus we enjoyed the Chateau & Town of Montreuil Bellay + of course Doue Zoo! (Get there early to feed the giraffes). Thanks Sue and Jon for your great hospitality throughout our stay! We especially enjoyed joining Jon for our flight along the Loire.
Juliet, Shane and  Lara from Camberley                        August 2010

Fabulous week had by all. This is our second time here and it keeps getting better. Jon and Sue have been great hosts and their attention to detail; including kid’s toys has meant a great time was had by all. Pool and play area also great for kids. Lots to see and do in the local area. The Zoo is fantastic and well worth a day trip. Thanks Jon and Sue.  
Zoe, Andy, Freya, Tabitha and Archie from Manchester    August 2010

Fabulous accommodation, Excellent Hosts. Pool swings great for kids. The zoo is well worth a visit as is pay du Fou. The whole family enjoyed our 2 week holiday immensely; there was something to please us all. In fact too much to fill in the fortnight. Plan to return. Thanks Jon and Sue.   
Lee, Sarah, Olivia, Fred and Charlie from Bristol      August 2010

Thank you so much for your hospitality.  Jon and Sue have thought of everything. The kids loved the pool and the swings.  Thank you. – You will be recommended.
The Holmes Family     Worthing                                July 2010

We had a brilliant time! Very warm welcome from Jon and Sue.  The farmhouse and gardens are a real home from home, with everything provided you could hope for.
Jon and Sue’s local knowledge ensured you were never at a loose end Sue’s coq au vin – c’est magnifique!! The choice of wines offered are delicious and fantastic value for money.
Overall, the two weeks we have spent at ‘Les Fleurs’ has been so enjoyable, we have already booked for next year!! A bientôt.
The Catterall Family Leicester                               July 2010 

What a great week!! Jon and Sue’s attention to detail ensured our stay was more than a home from. Fantastic area, with loads to see and do.  The highlights were the zoo at Doue la Fontaine, the troglodyte village and the food!!! The kids loved the pool and garden area.  This is our first experience of gites and also of this area, but it certainly won’t be our last!! Thanks so much Jon and Sue
The Bell Family           Dublin                                    July2010

Our second trip in three years reunited us with all the things that made our first visit to Les Fleurs’ so special – and a whole lot more.  Jon and Sue were their usual amazing selves, going above and beyond to make our holiday so memorable, introducing us to some fabulous local wines.  Sue’s wonderful meals and the personalised list of suggestions for Isabelle (aged 3) and Matthew (aged 10 months) were a big hit.  The zoo at Doue la Fontaine and Holly Park were enjoyed by all.
We had great fun picking the fruit for breakfast each morning and cooling down at the pool at the end of the day.  Jon found a big fan in Isabelle who never missed an opportunity to seek him out for a chat!
Many thanks for helping to make this such a fantastic holiday!! We are looking forward already to making plans for our next visit to ‘Les Fleurs’
The Lordon Family, Cork                                      July 2010

Jon and Sue very welcoming. Well equipped gite, very comfortable. Fabulous meals!!!!  Thank you both!!!! We will be back soon!! 
Gilmore Family Hampshire                                     June ‘2010

The dream was to spend a week cycling along quiet lanes through vineyards in rural France. Sampling local wines and rural produce.
Les Fleurs self catering home exceeded our expectations as a base. The location is perfect. The kitchen was so much better equipped than usual that we were able to give vent to out gastronomic talents as well. Magnifique!!! Merci Jon and Sue !!!
The Midmore Family, Bristol.                         June 2010

All had a wonderful time!!  Loved Saumur and Angers (take your credit card do not be dependant on self control!) Zoo at Doue la Fontaine is fantastic.
The beds in Anjou were the most comfortable we’ve ever had on our many trips to France – thank you!! Sue and John are hands on, or, hands off as you need.  The gardens are beautifully kept and our week was wonderfully fragranced by the roses.  Wish we were here for longer……..
Au revoir
Ps. I had a great time, thank you both for the memories!! –Norma
Naomi, Adam, George, Alexander and Norma!! Cumbria – June 2010

It’s been a dream of ours to come to France. Never in those dreams did we ever expect to be guests in a gite as incredible as this. Jon and Sue are wonderful hosts, who have given us forever memories. Our fabulous plane trip and spectacular meal were amazing. We are concluding our 2 weeks in beautiful France, returning to Canada highly recommending ‘Les Fleurs, Condos in the Loire Valley’ to all our friends & associates. Jon and Sue. A million thank yous and we really hope to be back!
Val, Larry and Emma  Burlington, Ontario Canada.     May 2010 

Our 2^nd visit to Les Fleurs in 3 years. Yet again a perfect holiday. Jon and Sue the perfect hosts – Never obtrusive but always there if needed. Sue should really write a cook book as the food was fantastic yet again. Thanks Jon and Sue.
Valerie and Geoffrey  UK                                                      May 2010 

A last minute booking at ‘Les Fleurs’ proved to be an inspired choice! Instead of a Villa in Spain we came, thanks to the volcano in Iceland, to this excellent gite in the Loire. And the weather was perfect! A super holiday in a very child friendly environment and thanks to Sue and Jon for being so helpful. We will certainly recommend ANJOU and ‘Les Fleurs’ to everyone.
Evelyn and Graeme, Melanie & Steven, Ella & Lena.
 Ireland                                                                                    April 2010 

We had a lovely week at 'Les Fleurs'. Jon and Sue's hospitality was excellent.
We particularly enjoyed the meals Sue cooked and the local wines; we would recommend locally a visit to the Zoo and 'The Auberge Bienvenue' restaurant for a lovely meal.
 The region is lovely and would recommend a visit to Amboise and Chinon, which are nice little towns with nice views. The Chateau Chenonceaux is very pretty.
 Thanks again Jon and Sue for making us welcome and making our stay enjoyable. We will recommend 'Les Fleurs holiday cottages' to family and friends.
 Pauline, John, Estelle, Nadire & Rhys. Coventry       March 2010

Thank you Jon and Sue. We’ve had a super holiday in this wonderful region.  Thanks also for making our anniversary evening very special.  Anjou and our hosts provided everything we could have wished for! Best wishes and many thanks.
The Sheard family, Cheshire                                 September 2009        

We had a very happy and enjoyable holiday at Anjou. Now that our holiday is coming to an end we wish we could stay longer! Many thanks to Jon and Sue for your kindness throughout our stay. With the help of your advice, we enjoyed lovely trips to places of interest during our stay. Many thanks and best wishes.
The O’Neill Family, Dublin, Ireland                   September 2009

 Thank you Jon and Sue for a fantastic stay in Anjou The gite was great and the kids loved their ‘princess bedding’ and all the toys, games and books.  We all had lots of fun in the pool and playing swingball in the garden.  Sue’s cooking was delicious and meant we could have the ‘restaurant experience’ without having to worry about babysitting.Love window shopping in Saumur and Chinon – both beautiful towns.  Everyone loved the zoo at Doue la Fonatine and the Troglodyte village at Rochemenier.  The chateau at Villandry was a great day out and kids enjoyed running about the gardens.
Thanks again for a wonderful holiday – we return very relaxed and certainly a few dress sizes larger!!
The Robinson Family Hampshire                     August 2009

 Yet another great holiday here – excellent facilities and wonderful hosts in Jon and Sue.
The Sproston Family, Frodsham                      August 2009

 We have had an amazing week in Anjou The Loire Valley is spectacular and Les Fleurs self catering accommodation is a great place top stay.  The gite is spacious and has everything a travelling family needs to ensure they have a great time.  Very child friendly.  The kids loved the toys, games, selection of DVD’s, the pool, the playground etc etc etc.  Jon and Sue are exceptional hosts – they really make you feel at home and nothing is too much trouble for them.  Les Fleurs offers couples and families alike superior quality self catering accommodation at an economy price – we will fully recommend it to anyone!
The Bishop Family, Cayman Islands,              July 2009

 Gite is so spacious!! We won’t go back to the tiny little places we usually have on holiday!!  The best thing was being able to let the children have freedom here, the first thing they want to do is go to the playground and knowing my daughter wouldn’t fall in the pool was a weight off my mind!!! We’ve never been on holiday with dishwasher so that was helpful.  We had BIG car trouble and Jon and Sue were brilliant!  Loved having wine always available and the ‘end’ of the farmhouse.  On the whole, a great place for a holiday, all the comforts of home, especially wonderful plump pillows and comfortable beds that  I couldn’t wait to sink into  at night, not at all the usual ‘rock’ that you expected to sleep on.  Thank you Jon and Sue, you obviously get a lot of pleasure knowing you have provided everything for a great stay.
The Buss family, Kent                                         July 2009

 Lovely accommodation and garden, had a great stay. Lots of places to visit and excellent meal at Auberge Beinvenue.
The Pierce Family, Cheshire                                             July 2009

 We stayed in Lys for the first week of our holiday which was ideal for two of us.  Our second week was in Anjou with son, wife and two grandsons.  The facilities for children are excellent, especially the two pools.  A big thank you to Jon and Sue for a lovely holiday.
The Flower Family, Chester,                                             June 2009

 We have had a fantastic week at Les Fleurs.  Sue and Jon couldn’t have been more welcoming or more helpful.  The gite was fab and we were spoilt by the lovely garden. Highlights wee cycling in beautiful countryside, the zoo at Doue la Faontaine, wine tasting and of course Sue’s wonderful cooking!! We also ate at the Auberge Beinvenue the night before Sue’s meal and found it difficult to tell between the two!! Sue deserves stars for the quality of ‘restaurant Sue et Jon’!! We are sorry to be leaving but will definitely be back!! Thank you for an amazing holiday!
The Smith Family, London                                                June 2009

 A warm welcome from Jon and Sue!!  This is our first visit to the Loire Valley and we think the area is beautiful.  The roads are so quiet that driving is a pleasure.  We particularly enjoyed our visits to the chateaus of Villandry and Chenonceau.
We heartily recommend Sue’s cooking.  We ate here for two nights and food is superb!! Better than the restaurants we tried on other evenings.
Thank you Jon and Sue for your kind attention
The Turners, Yorkshire                                       June 2009

 A lovely gite with all one could wish for.  Everything is so clean and fresh.  Lots to do around the countryside.  Take note that Jon’s wines are great!!
Special thanks to Sue for her phone call to the supermarket to retrieve my handbag, which I had left in the coffee shop.
Thank you both very much, all the best for the future
Mr & Mrs Burgess, Devon                                      June 2009            

 What a fantastic find! A truly great gite and fabulous hosts Jon and Sue.  One of the highlights at the gite is Su’s cooking.  The whole experience was so enjoyable, made easy by the information and the facilities for the children.  The pool is so safe for children.  Thanks for a lovely holiday
The Hickey Family, Dublin, Ireland                                May 2009             

 Lovley gites with great facilities.  Our son really enjoyed the swing and the play cooker!  Although a proper cot was provided, we were also supplied with a travel cot as a playpen or for when we ate with friends who were staying in the other gite Soleil.  This is an incredibly well organized place and would defiantly consider coming back..  Thank you both again.
The Dilliner-Lorente Family, London             May 2009

 Our first visit to the Loire and we have been very impressed.  All the information provided by Jon and Sue was helpful and time saving.  Our hosts, Jon and Sue, accommodated our needs and kindly entertained my wife when I was called away on business for a few days.  The facilities at Anjou are great, everything we needed.  Thanks so much, you’ve created a beautiful setting.
Paul and Jo, Melbourne Australia                  April 2009

Back again!! Another great holiday. New Year with Jon and Sue was superb! Thanks again! Looking forward to returning in the summer
(The Thompsons, Gateshead, New Year 2008)  

Our fifth visit to Les Fleurs which speaks volumes about the quality of the gite and the hospitality of the hosts Jon and Sue.  As ever we have had a wonderful stay enjoying everything the Loire has to offer and Sue’s fabulous cooking.  Looking forward to returning in the summer!!
(The Sprostons,  Frodsham, November 2008)

 Sun shone all week!!  Splendid trip along the banks of the Loire.  Our first visit to Les Fleurs but our seventh to the Loire region.  Good to see the zoo at Doue la Fontaine again, fantastic work carried out there.  Need to book – next year?  Good luck to you both
(Doreen and Geoff.  Lancashire, September 2008) 

 Best equipped Holiday Home ever stayed in and we have stayed in a lot!! Fantasitc hosts and on hand for all our needs.  Great Food!! Great Wine!! Thanks we will be back!!
(Mark and Steph, Gateshead, Setember 2008)

 Fantastic time had by all.  Loads for the kids to both in the gite and he surrounding area.  The surrounding area of the Loire is full if history and very interesting.  The kids enjoyed the pool.  Thanks for a great time!!
 (Tom, Sue, Jenny and Craig, August 2008)

 Best equipped self catering cottage we have ever stopped in.  Pool fantastic!! Very safe for children.  Jon and Sue have thought of everything!! We will be back!!
(The Knox Family Scotland July 2008)

 Jon and Sue. Many thanks for giving us such a relaxing place.  The environment is fantastic and the cottages are great!!  The whole area is what we expected and we really enjoyed the beautiful and towns and French people.  Les Fleurs is a great place and we look forward to telling our stories back home and to the time we return.  All the best for the future
The Jacksons, New Zealand July 2008)

 We had a thoroughly excellent relaxing holiday in Anjou gite here at Les Fleurs, which is what it is all about.  Will defiantly return! Enough said!!
(Jacki, Jacki’s mum, Matthew, Patrick July 2008)

 What a fantastic holiday we have had!  Anjou was first rate, as was the hospitality of Jon and Sue. One thing is for certain, our first visit to Les Fleurs, will not be our last!! Highlights include the zoo at Doue la Fontaine, Chateau Villandry, Fontevraud, troglodyte village at Rochmineir and much more.  Our daughter Isabelle’s favourite place were the gardens here at Les Fleurs, where all the toys and fruits were impossible to resist.  We can’t wait for our next trip!! Many thanks!!
(Louise, David and Isaabelle, Co,Cork, Ireland June 2008

 What a wonderful holiday property to recharge our batteries after two frantic weeks in Paris.  Thoroughly enjoyed our flight with Jon as pilot over the Loire Valley.  Recommend wandering the streets of Montreuil Bellay
(Paul and Lyn, Sydney Australia May 2008)

 This is so amazing and so child friendly!!  It is wonderful!  We’ve had a great stay and would defiantly come back!  Thank you both so much.
(Monica and Elliot Townsville, Australia May 2008)

 Where do I start?  Your hospitality, Jon and Sue was brilliant! Gite beyond our expectations.  During our short sojourn in this magnificent region we especially were enthralled and exhilarated by the friendliness, courtesy and empathy of the French people.  Ma franciase, je trouvais etre meilleur toute le temps!!  Favourite spots, Rochemenier troglodyte chapel.  St. Catherines at Fontevraud Abbey.  Walking the streets of the less notable towns, for example, Puy Notre Dame, lack of crowds, wineries and walks.  Even my attempt at left hand driving!!  Lynne loved Candes and Montrueil Bellay and the shopping!!  Thanks Jon and Sue for everything!!
(Ray and Lynne, Petwood, South Australia April 2008)

 We had a fabulous Easter break at Les Fleurs and exploring the Loire region. We enjoyed good food and wine, Jon and Sue were wonderful hosts and would highly recommend staying in their wonderful gite!! Thank you!!
(Mr Mrs Parnelle and Tanya Pearce London and New Zealand, March 2008)

 Enjoyed a relaxing and sun filled week at Les Fleurs staying in Anjou!! Gite was comfortable and suited us perfectly.  All the soft toys provided were very much appreciated by Sian!! Highly recommend the zoo at Doue la Fontaine (for children and adults).  Plenty to do and see – Les Fleurs is the perfect base.  Many thanks!
(Helen, Brian, Sian and Carl Oct. 2007)

 We enjoyed our stay in the Loire Valley and your lovely home. So much to see in the area – wish we had another week! Thank you both for all your help and advice.
(Terry and Art – Houston USA – October 2007)

Enjoyed a relaxing, sun-filled week at the gîte ‘Anjou’ Les Fleurs. Anjou was comfortable and suited us perfectly. All the soft toys and baby equipment was much appreciated by Sian. Would highly recommend the Zoo at Doue la Fontaine (for
children and adults’). Plenty to do and see – Les Fleurs is the perfect base. Many Thanks!!
(Helen, Brian and Sian – Dublin Ireland October 2007)

Another great week at Les Fleurs! This has been our third visit; we still found new places to see and things to do. We were very comfortable in ‘Anjou’ and Sue’s meals were good as ever. We are looking forward to coming back next year. See you both then. Thank you!
(Tony and Lynda - Cheshire–September -2007)

Lovely gîte in a beautiful setting. We have enjoyed exploring the area but there is still so much to do! We will be back!!! As well as the lovely countryside, we were very impressed by the local towns, Doue la Fontaine, Saumur, Angers and Nantes.  One of our favourite places is Bouchemaine – the walk along the river. Merci et á la prochaine fois!!
(Jon and Sian – Cambridge – September – 2007)

Lovely, well equipped gîte – just like home! Great rear garden, really safe for children. The meals we had were great – served in our own garden as if in a smart restaurant and great value too! Thanks Jon and Sue
(Ross, Sam, Myles and Aaron – Jersey – August – 2007)

Although the weather did its best to spoil things now and again – it didn’t succeed!! The gîte and our hosts were excellent, top marks all round. Visits to Futurscope, Montreuil Bellay, Saumur and Chenonceaux left the children ‘all chateued out’ but we enjoyed them all. The walks during the evening after eating were lovely. There is so much to see and do in the area that you could be here a month and still miss things (we will return!!) Once again, thank you to our hosts Jon and Sue for allowing us to stay.
Graham. Justine, Codie and Cairo with Steve and Linda (grandparents) –
Cambridgeshire - August 2007)

A lovely, clean, charming gîte. Thank you Sue and Jon for your welcome and for the lovely meals. We enjoyed our stay in the area. Brézé château was wonderful, especially for children who loved the tunnels to explore. The Zoo at Doue la Fontaine was a highlight and the market at Thoaurs
(Jamie, Suzy, Rosie and Sally with Helen and Sam – Guernsey - August 2007)

A splendidly clean gîte and extremely family friendly, with the play area, paddling pool and pool a big hit. It was good fun teaching the Americans (staying in Soleil) cricket!! The area is as beautiful as I remembered from my childhood, with Richelieu and Montreuil Bellay especially memorable. Also the zoo at Doue la Fontaine also. We’d love to think we’d come back again and will be recommending this as a place to stay to our friends. Thanks again for all your help – the jump leads especially!!
(Jules, Katie, Holly, William, Rosie and Dominic – Surrey – August 2007)

The gite is beautiful, peaceful and perfectly equipped for us and our 10 month old daughter. Jon and Sue are lovely hosts who have helped make this a superb holiday. Thoroughly recommended. We will defiantly be returning. A big thank you!
(Mike, Tamsin and Amelie – Jersey – July 2007)

Dear Jon and Sue, we have really enjoyed our time amongst the vineyards, the sunflowers and your beautiful gite. Ben (our little boy) had a great time, we will come back! p.s. Superb hosts and Sue could start a restaurant!!
(Jim, Farneile, Ben and Liam - Brussels – July 2007)

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! Great location and a lovely place to stay. It was great to have a place that was so child friendly! We would defiantly recommend the gite Anjou and Sue and Jon to anyone looking to stay in the Loire Valley!
(Sam and Catherine – Henley-on-Thames – June/July 2007)

One of the best, if not the best equipped gites we’ve ever been in and we’ve been in quite a few over the years! Jon and Sue’s recommendations can be trusted the Beinvenue restaurant in Doue la Fontaine is fantastic!
(Ian and Katrine – Aberdeen – June 2007)

We have been holidaying in France for many years but have never stayed anywhere that compares to the excellence of Anjou. Thank you for a great time.
(Jim and Jean - Essex – June 2007)

We have had a wonderful holiday despite the disappointing weather – beyond even Jon and Sue’s ability to arrange because they got everything else just perfect.  The gite Anjou is well equipped, clean and spacious and was beyond all our expectations.  Both adults and young teenagers thoroughly enjoyed the visit to the Cadre Noir, Rochmenier, the Mushroom Caves in Saumur were interesting. Finally, our evening meal at the Hotel Splendid in Montreuil Bellay and our cycle back to Montreuil Bellay in lovely weather on our last day will be treasured memories for a long time.
Thank you Jon and Sue for the excellent web info which enticed us here.
(Angela, Pete, Chloe and Steph – Cheshire - May/June 2007)

Wonderful gite, marvellous hosts and a big thank you for our lovely relaxing time!
(Sean, Maeve and children – Ireland – May 2007)

We thank you sincerely for your kindness, guidance, reassurances, warmth and the time you spent with us throughout our weeks stay which has now enabled us to buy the house that we only ever dreamed of. We have been touched by your unselfish nature in wanting to help our move to France successful. You have restored our faith in human nature.
(Paul, Maggie, Shana and Ilona – Kent – March 2007)

Many thanks Jon and Sue. A memorable 5 months in your award winning gite. Good luck and good health to you both. Happy gardening Sue!!
(Rosemary and Mike – now living in France)

We have had an absolutely wonderful holiday. Fabulous autumn sunshine, which showed off the lovely countryside, chateau and gardens. When the weather was less kind there was the wine tasting! Good food, good wine and good company – mainly down to the hosts Jon and Sue and the fellow guests. The welcoming meal was especially good. Sue and Jon went out of their way to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. We were
impressed by the Troglodyte dwellings at Rochmeneir. Also Villandry gardens and chateau were worth the journey. A really friendly place to stay which is a credit to Jon and Sue.
 (Anthea and Maggie, Staffordshire October 2006)

Thank you for a lovely holiday. We will defiantly be back again!! The gite is perfect. Jon and Sue are very friendly and helpful. We have enjoyed the local shops and places of interest. The Zoo is fantastic (I am not normally a zoo fan). We found a brilliant tennis court as well – so we have not missed out on our weekly fix! Thanks again, we have had an absolute wonderful time.
(Andrew and Vicky, Surrey, September 2006)

Fantastic holiday. Gite is fabulous and Su’s cooking yummy!! There’s so much to do here that we need to come back!
(The Rance Family, Cirencester, August 2006)

Lovely Welcome, beautiful gite! Sue and Jon perfect hosts, very accommodating and helpful. Doue Zoo a great day out, one of the best zoos we have been to. Brilliant shopping at Tours, worth visiting. Very relaxing and peaceful week. Thank you very much Sue and Jon.
(The McGhee and Bowers, Lancashire, July 2006)

Great hosts. Great food. What a fantastic farmhouse, so perfect. We have really enjoyed our stay and hopefully will see you both in NZ next year. Thank you Jon and Sue.
(The Wawhinney family, July 2006, New Zealand)

Great week. Lovely gite, its so relaxing and quiet. Spent the week exploring various villages, towns and cities. Tours old quarter is very nice. The best drive is on the back roads from Saumur to Angers, with great places to stop and lunch on the borders of the Loire. Thank you Jon and Sue for being great hosts. Next time we will go flying with you!
(Mr Mrs Lawenson, Hampshire, June 2006)

We’ve had a great holiday in this lovely gite, not long enough to see and do everything in the area, although we squeezed in enjoyable trips to Chenonceau, Azay-le-Rideau and Villandry. Very family friendly here. Our daughter enjoyed her first swim and his first swing! Thank you Jon and Sue.
(Karl, Amy and family, Buckinghamshire, June 2006)

Our second holiday here and another lovely fortnight spent relaxing at Les Fleurs. Wonderful meals by Sue and Jon really added to the break. Friends and family joined us for the first week and commented on ‘what a gem’, we’d found. The pool and children’s area are great in the sunshine. Thank you Jon and Sue for your welcome and help!!
(The Bowden Family, Devon, June2006)

Will be leaving much more relaxed than when we arrived!! Enjoyed days out to the Zoo and also Futuroscope (didn’t know what to expect there but Kids thoroughly enjoyed it). Also did boat trip along the Loire in Saumur and spent several hours around the man made beach and small lake adjacent to bridge in Saumur, with picnic – LOVELY!!
Caroline, Steve, George & Harriet from St. Albans September 2005

Had a lovely relaxing holiday in a well equipped gite. Particulary enjoyed the Zoo in Doue la Fontaine, full of interesting animals in beautiful surroundings. Lots of interesting old towns in the area, particulary Chinon and Tours. The troglodyte village just north of Doue is interesting.
Colin, Helen and Family from Sheffield August 2005

Very good place, Lovely area. Peaceful and NICE!! Very good markets around the towns. Gite was nice, we really enjoyed the pool. The weather was fantastic. If you want to see all the Chateau’s go the the mini Chateau park at Amboise and then the aquarium which is close by. Chinon is really nice and has a brilliant market on Thursdays. Do the Zoo at Doue la Fontaine, it was wonderful and a great opportunity to get really close to the animals. Thanks for a lovely time.
Colin, Jenny, Tom and Lizzy from Northants August 2005

The gite was very comfy and spacious, nicely decorated. Pool area was very lovely and so was the pool. (Except for when it was freezing cold) The evening meal cooked by Sue was Yummy. The town square and shops were nice, especially the baker and the restaurant with the gazebos on the porch.
Grayson, Vikki, Kara, Sarah, Ryan & Claire from Cambridgeshire August 2005

We’ve had a great time – really enjoyed the pool and play area (Great for a toddler) Great area for attractions – Troglodyte caves, Rose festival in Doue and the fantastic zoo at Doue. Thank you for providing such a well run facility.
Jane, Paul and Max from Hampshire July 2005

Thank you Jon and Sue for the loan of your lovely cool Gitein the hot summer sun. We were lucky and came when the festival of the roses was in full swing – The four local caves are decorated with over 500 varieties of rose. All children (15 – 18) were impressed, the modern designs getting the mosts ‘WOW’ value…. The children and Ian enjoyed the airoplane flight with Jon. Make sure to book one of Sue’s meals early in your holiday – they're LOVELY!!!
Kathryn, Ian, Alex and Corinne from Hampshire July 2005

We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Loire Valley and our days at Les Fleurs. The weather has been largely wonderful and we have savoured the wine and regional specialties. The Zoo at Doue was one of the best we have been to and we have picked some beautiful Chateau to visit. Our daughter loved Sleeping Beauty's castle at Usee and we all loved chenonceau. This marks the end of a 6 week holiday in France and we could not have asked for
a better goodbye than the warm hospitality at Les Fleurs and the wonderful last meal in France at the Auberge Bienvenue.
David, Katrina and Naomi from Australia June 2005

We have had a lovely relaxing holiday here in Anjou, a lovely gite and well equipped for children. The pool and garden area are wonderful. Two year old Jack has spent many happy hours playing in the paddling pool and with all the toys leaving his parents free to relax on the sunbeds!!! A great base to visit from. Plenty to do in this area the Zoo is great. We hope to visit again. Thank you Jon and Sue for being so friendly and helpful. You treat the gites as much more than just a business and it does make a difference!!
Mark, Lynne, Jack and Harvey from North Devon June 2005

Our thanks to Sue and Jon for being so welcoming and helpful during our stay. Although we have been on holiday to France many times this was our first
experience of a gite. The gite exceeded our expectations on every level and the location is wonderfully restful. We love everything that the area has to offer, however ourselves and the children particularly enjoy the Zoo at Doue which we have now visited four times in the last few years and which we will be sure to visit again. Our thanks again to Jon and Sue and special thanks from the children for showing them an aspect of the valley they will never forget.
Karen, Andrew, Mathew and Charlotte from Cheshire June 2005

Sue and Jon Thank for all you have done we have had a wonderful time here in the gite and in the Valley. We could not have asked for more.
Ivor, Gail, Janet and Mike from Great Yarmouth May 2005

Our stay at Les Fleurs has been memorable. Anjou is a cosy Farmhouse with extremely warm and helpful hosts Jon & Sue. We woke up every morning with bird song cheering us for another wonderful day in the Loire. The Chateau’s at Chambord, Amboise and Villandry have been awesome!! Historical towns of Ceudes St. Martin, Montreuil Bellay and Fontrevraud took us back in time while the troglodyte village at Rochemenir gave us a glimpse of how it must have been to live underground. The scenery throughout the Valley from Doue to Chambord along the river allowed us to experience the rolling green meadows interspersed with bright yellow patches of oil seed rape. Plenty of wineries and the food provided the gastronomical delights. Overall it was a relaxing and great vacation for all of us from India.
Banin, Vinita, Vishnu and Nandita from India April 2005

Had a great week in Anjou. Everything as promised and more!! So much to see and do in the area will bring us back to stay we hope. Jon and Sue have been such perfect hosts and have worked so hard to create such comfortable surroundings they deserve every success for the future of their business.
The French people have been very welcoming and have added to the enjoyment of our stay here. See you all soon!!
Dave and Fiona from Newcastle April 2005

A very comfortable Gite. Jon & Sue very accommodating hosts. Their help and advice with our stay has been invaluable, Kids have had a great time, Futurscope excellent day out, Saumur good shopping and lovely place to visit. We shall hopefully be back in the near future. Best of luck to you both.
Graham, Sharon, Daniel & Betham from Merseyside February 2005

What a fabulous time we have had. Jon and Sue provided wonderful meals with lots of wine.(We have taken lots home). A great party on the 27th We were made very welcome. We will be back!!
Mark and Steph from Felling December 2004
 
Jon & Sue thank you for having us & being such nice hosts. Everything perfect, we’ve really enjoyed it! We wish you both every success in your venture and have no doubt you will succeed. Hope to see you again sometime.
Laurence & Margaret from Newcastle October 2004
 
Jon and Sue couldn’t have been kinder or more helpful and made the gîte so child – friendly of our two very young children. The Zoo at Doue is one of the best and the children loved the Chateaux at Villandry with its fantastic gardens. Jon & Sue’s wine also well worth sampling. Thanks for everything – Good luck with the business!
Kevin and Susie from Lincolnshire September 2004
 
We have enjoyed every moment of our stay and greatly appreciate all the comforts of Anjou – Certainly the best gîte we’ve ever stayed in. It’s perfect for children: Why did we never manage to find anywhere so child – friendly – and safe – when we were travelling with our own family? The Chateaux of Azay le Rideau and Clemenceau are strongly recommended, as are the magnificent gardens at Villandry. We especially enjoyed the Zoo – in some ways the highlight of our stay – admiring its clever use of space, the artful landscaping and the serious conservation issues it seems to address. If you visit the zoo, finish off with dinner at the Auberge Bienvenue directly opposite. A most wonderful meal, reasonably priced. Thank you Jon and Sue for allowing us to stay at Les Fleurs. We wish your business the success it deserves and look forward to returning with our (grown up!) family.
Sue and Graham from London, September 2004
 
Great location, Great gîte. Sue and Jon really helpful. Will definitely return. Food on site excellent. Thanks for a great hol.                  
Lisa & David from Nottingham, August 2004

What superb hosts!!! Very welcoming and obliging at every turn. Gîte beautifully equipped and so clean!! Although the weather wasn’t anything to write home about – it didn’t dampen our enjoyment of the holiday. Saumur is beautiful to visit as was Brézé (very interesting) & Fontevaud & Montreuil Bellay. The locality is truly picturesque and the local baker will talk the hind legs off anything that moves! Local wines provided by Jon & Sue were superb especially the red. We had a truly lively time and the cycle rides were very enjoyable. Thank you Sue & Jon. X            
John, Alex, Kate, Helen and Edward from Nottingham. August 2004

Very enjoyable visit. Weather very good. Excellent area to visit. Gîte pleasant and cool on a hot day. Would certainly recommend to friends. Thanks to Sue & Jon for making us feel at home.              
Kevin, Rosemary, Janice, Louise, Zoe and Rachel from Cheshire. July 2004

We’ve thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Anjou and will certainly recommend it to our friends. Can recommend Brissac, very pretty and fabulous Chateau. The food at the restaurant Hault in Doue la Fontaine was excellent. Thanks again to Sue & Jon.       
Mark, Karen, Jo, Mamie, & Jonny from Hertfordshire, June 2004

Wonderful area, comfortable gîte – friendly welcome + hosts. I would certainly come back & will recommend here to friends. One of the best holidays we’ve had.
Harcus + Family May 2004.

The gîte is lovely very welcoming, just like being at home. Had a great holiday zoo & Tank museum great for kids. Thank you.       
Upton & Thorne Family from Southampton. September 2003

Enjoyed our visit very much. Superb Chateaux at Azay-la Rideau and Cheuonceau Great valley ride from Saumur – Gennes – towards Angers. Exceptional food at Hostelperie at Montreuil Bellay Port-St-John and for a good value cheapie – the trucker’s café – Chez Paul on the D960 roundabout bypass at Doue.                 
Wendy, Paul Tony and Shirley from Northants September 2003
 
We had a lovely fortnight here in the Loire valley.  The gîte was cool in the extremely hot weather. We definitely recommend Doue la Fontaine Zoo particularly the gorgeous baby snow leopards!! A good wine tasting place is the Caves de Grenvelle in Saumur (excellent). Also if you have time to travel to Blois- we recommend the dragons at ‘Maison de Magie’ and the Tintin exhibition at Chateau de Cheverny.  Any minor problems were dealt with quickly and efficiently by Jon and Sue who were very friendly.
Lucy, Redmond, Tasha and Pete from Bath August 2003
 
The holiday was wonderful; we all had a very good time.  The weather was scorching hot around 40 everyday.  Thank goodness for the swimming pool.  The gîte is lovely and the surrounding area very helpful.  The people were very helpful.  Many thanks to Jon and Sue.
Emma, Steve, Billy and Poppy from Lincolnshire, August 2003

We have had a lovely time and will certainly be returning.  The gîte is very nice and the area outstanding.  Make sure you visit Puy Notre Dame.  Its visible form the gîte and a nice evening ride.  A la prochaine fois!!!                     
Beth, Ricky and Janet from Hertfordshire July 2003

We have had a wonderful relaxing holiday.  The weather has been hot and we have spent each evening in the garden, eating, drinking and watching the sky changing until 11pm!!! We don’t think we shall be doing the same on our return home!  
Kate and Mel From Cheshire   July 2003

We enjoyed revisiting old favourites, Fontevraund, Saumur, Chinon, Villandry.  The weather was interesting, 34 on the first day and 14 on the second with plenty of sun, wind.  We are returning with good supplies of Loire wines and cheeses!!
Peter and Jenny from Tunbridge Wells   June 2003

Very relaxing and spent many hours in the evening in the garden listening to the birds just like the couple before us. Love horses so the National School of equitation was a must and we were not disappointed. Love Saumur and the trip on the boat       
Chris and Maire From Lincolnshire   June 2003

Enjoyed a peaceful relaxing week, weather very hot and gîte nice and cool to come back to. Boat trip on Loire at Saumur recommended. Lovely in back garden listening & watching the birds, didn’t manage to spot the cuckoo! Très Bien.               
Phil & Jane From Cheshire June 2003

We’ve had a fabulous week! The weather was gorgeous and we enjoyed our trips to Angers, Saumur and Chinon. Great cycling country and wonderful riverside picnics. We look forward to returning.                   
Julia, Norman + Family from Amersham. May 2003

We had a wonderful week here. The gîte is wonderful, everything as promised and superb weather too. We have stayed in this area several times previously, but there is so much of interest, we found many places we had not previously visited. We love Saumur and also the Abbey of Fontevraud. The visit to the local wine tasting recommended by Jon and Sue was not to be missed. Also the strolls along the lanes with the spring cow slips and wild flowers and skylarks are some of the memories we will take home with us. Went to futuroscope which was great. Many thanks and our best wishes to you.              
Graham + Gill, Ken & Phillip from Coventry April 2003