Guest Book Archive

Here are more comments from our Visitor's Book, going back to when we first bought our house in Beaumes de Venise.

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"Wonderful week of peace, food, wine and friendship" (6/2004)

"A week in Provence - absolutely lovely. Village folk so friendly and
 surrounding area lovely"
(4/2004)

"A wonderful week in a lovely house and village. Locals very
 friendly and helpful"
(3/2004)

"A part of paradise . . . we loved Provence and especially
 "le Portail Neuf". A delightful stay"
(10/2003)

"One of the best holidays of my life, with wonderful friends
 in a charming place"
(9/2003)

"What a great place to spend a week!" (6/2002)

"What a holiday and what a beautiful house. . . . Dominic & Christine
have been a wonderful help."
(5/2002)

"Sadly we say 'au revoir' today. We have cycled and motored around this
wonderful area enjoying the discovery of delightful villages. This charming
house has been a happy abode. Thanks to Dominic & Christine for their
friendly assistance."
(5/2002)

"Au revoir & thank you. We have enjoyed experiencing a little
taste of Provencal life. Too short a stay!"
(4/2002)

"The house was a wonderful base for
our exploring of Provence.
(4/2002)

"We had a lovely stay in this wonderful house. Thank you!" (3/2002)

"Such a beautiful home to relax and enjoy
all the aspects of Provencal life."
(11/2001)

"We all had a great time! The house was in a great position and
we even found it on some postcards to send to friends.
(10/2001)

" Thanks for sharing - we enjoyed our stay and all of the surrounding
villages and markets. This was one of the best equipped kitchens
that we have ever rented."
(10/2001)

"Thanks for the use of the house - fantastic!" (9/2001)

"The house and village have been an excellent base for seeing Provence
- a nice cool retreat after a day in the August sun."
(8/2001)

"We have had a wonderful week & don't want to leave!" (8/2001)

"We have enjoyed our stay - what a lovely house." (7/2001)

"Our two weeks here were perfect in every way. This house is fabulous
and was perfect for us. Beaumes de Venise is an ideal location for exploring
Provence and the ideal town - not too small, not too large.
We loved everything!"
(6/2001)

"Our expectations were not only met but easily surpassed. A charming
'home' in a wonderful location. All the wonderful sights of Provence on our doorstep.
Great wine, great food, warm hospitality."
(5/2001)

"Now it is obvious why people flock to the south of France. Weather,
wine, scenery, not to mention the pastries!"
(5/2001)

"Great apartment - character and comfort. Christine & Dominic's
general assistance was appreciated."
(4/2001)

"A peaceful, relaxing week in an idyllic village. Loved the stillness and
the spring sunshine on the balcony in the mornings."
(4/2001)

"A delightful week in charming surroundings . . . a week of
food, wine, and discovering the rich Haut Provence, so much to see.
We will return!"
(4/2001)

"A home away from home - to explore the many interesting villages of the area.
Hope to return sometime."
(3/2001)

"A great place to explore from. We've loved the chance to nearly
live like the natives of this lovely country."
(3/2001)

"Delightful home & village, glad we found your website." (3/2001)

"We had the best three weeks. Loved the food, wine, walks,
markets, and villages. This house is excellent and in a fabulous
village. Dominic and Christine were excellent neighbours
and cooks. We have wonderful memories."
(12/2000)

"A wonderful house. Thanks for letting us share your
very special part of Provence. Highlights - Mont Ventoux,
Chateauneuf du Pape and Pont du Gard."
(11/2000)

"Fantastic. Beautiful house, lovely people,
great food, and the wine flowed! Thanks."
(10/2000)

"Very Provence; and a very special time.
Spectacular scenery, friendly locals, great produce and wine;
and very comfortable accommodation."
(10/2000)

"A lovely week in Provence in this thoughtfully prepared house.
Loved the locals, and the visits back in history so
close by. Wine and cheese superb."
(9/2000)

"Lovely house in a fine setting. Many thoughtful touches in the
house made this a very comfortable and happy stay.
Beaumes is located in a great part of the southern Rhone."
(9/2000)

"A lovely week which began with cool windy weather and ended
with lots of heat. We love the top floor sitting room especially in the morning.
So glad we found your post on the web."
(8/2000)

"All the promises of Provence kept - friendly people, beautiful scenery, great
food, atmospheric towns, lovely walks, and even an experience with the
Tour de France - a perfect holiday."
(7/2000)

"An idyllic place to relax and enjoy Provence. From walks, Romans,
markets, to just gazing at the fountain - we enjoyed it all!"
(10/1999)

"A peaceful week after the rush of Paris. The house is a delight
with everything that one needs, a cupboard full of the basics and
a shower that works! The village and environs fulfilled our expectations
- to be recommended. *****" 
(9/1999)

"Our family had a wonderful time. The apartment was
perfect for us. Thanks for sharing."
(3/2000)

"Staying here cemented our love of Provence - we'll be back!
The ambiance of this place is wonderful, the villages and the
very friendly people - wonderful!"
(10/1999)

‘We have experienced a wonderful week in this delightful
house and village - have sampled the muscats, oysters, cheeses - and
experienced a very special Christmas which we will
remember always."
(12/1999)

"A comfortable well-stocked house from which to explore
the sights of Provence. St Rèmy de Provence and old Arles
were highlights."
(9/1999)

An amazing week! Our first visit to Provence,
but not the last! Loved the sights, markets, activity,
and colours of produce. Your house is charming - thank
you for sharing it with us.
(July 1999)

Tres Bon! Very charming town and home.
Merci!
(July 1999)

A heavenly holiday destination. We had a restful and
idyllic time here. The house provided the necessary amenity.
Thank you.
(April 1999)