Testimonials

Valmar Gite is our holiday 'Home from Home' and when we began letting it to other holiday-makers in June 2007, we wanted our guests to also feel that they were staying in their own 'Home from Home'. With this in mind we left a 'guest book' at the Gite and asked our guests to write their comments 'good or bad' in the book at the end of their stay, so that we could respond to their comments and improve the service we offer to future guests.

The following are what our guests have thought of Valmar. They are "verbatim" comments taken either straight from the guest book, or were comments made using our feedback form.

12th - 19th July 2008

We have stayed in dozens of gites, farmhouses, chateaux, cabins and tents all over France and can honestly say that this compares with the best. The house location is excellently placed to take in the breath-taking views and yet it's handy to large supermarkets and towns. I defy anyone not to gasp when they arrive and wonder if they have indeed landed in heaven! Inside the property does not let you down. The rooms are beautifully furnished and clean and much thought has been taken to ensure you have a wonderful stay. I am truly envious of Martin and Christine for having this place.
My family and I spent a memorable week here visiting quaint little villages and just lounging around the magnificent pool. We''ll treasure the photos forever!!

The Beattie family - Befast N. Ireland

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7th - 12th July 2008

"If you ever want to experience a little slice of heaven, this is it! A beautifully built and well-equiped gite, in the most stunning of locations, with views to die for from every angle, including the pool. Excellent location for sightseeing around this beautiful area of France, or for just complete relaxation in peace and quiet at the gite and pool. Lots of activities for all to do. Fantastic horse-riding hacks with Pascale at Pailloles (25 minute drive from the gite), through woods and the lake, and very cheap. Fun boating activities for all ages at Castlemoron-sur-Lot, also cheap. Great night market overlooking the Lot Valley at Laparade, on Tuesday evenings - different stalls selling hot and cold food to make up your own picnic. Live music and fantastic french atmosphere.
Very good customer service all round, both before and after visit. Travelling to gite from Southampton couldn't have been easier. Would definitely return to this wonderful place".

The Gillman-Wells family - Basingstoke - Hampshire - UK

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14th - 28th June 2008

"Gite comfortable, area pretty. Weather hot & sunny and sunsets to die for. All in all a pretty relaxing fortnight. An area not visited by us before on our many trips to France but we were well impressed.
Monpazier was our favourite place, beautiful and unspoilt. Sarlat was certainly worth a return visit (after 22 years) and the scenery along the Dordogne remains beautiful. We also loved the water lily garden in Temple sur Lot.
A place that fulfilled all our holiday needs - Thank You".

Nigel & Kay Garnett - Carnforth - Lancashire - UK

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7th - 14th June 2008

"Valmar gite is a beautiful house in a lovely peaceful rural location. The property is luxurious, clean, comfortable, furnished and equipped to a very high standard with everything you could want. The views over the surrounding countryside really are stunning. We had a wonderful relaxing holiday, great for unwinding. Also, well located for sightseeing."

Dave & Sue Thomas - Caerphilly - Wales- UK

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24th - 31st May 2008

"A truly delightful property with stunning views, Valmar Gite is in the perfect location for exploring the local area, or for a relaxing break where you don't venture much further from the pool. Martin and Christine were incredibly helpful during the booking process, the house is stylish and thoughtfully equipped and I would definitely return".

Clare Cotton - Canterbury - UK

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2nd - 9th September 2007

"No matter how many pictures you take of this stunning property and beautiful views, they can never justify just how truly spectacular they really are.  It's the perfect location for a relaxing "chilled out" week or equally as good for exploring this lovely region of France!  We will be returning in the near future without doubt.  Many thanks to Martin and Christine for a wonderful holiday in every way."

Stef and Rachel - Mansfield - Notts - UK

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11th - 25th August 2007

"We have had a great holiday here at Valmar - the location is superb with breathtaking sunsets.  Both our boys have spent hours in the pool which has been very enjoyable.  We'd recommend a visit to the Bastide towns of Monpazier and Monflanquin, both of which are really quaint.  Agen, Bergerac and Arcachon are all worth a visit too.  We visited the chateaux at Bonaguil and Byron, which are also well worth the drive.  All in all a great holiday and a great Gite."

The Lewis family - Leigh-On-Sea - Essex - UK

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5th - 11th August 2007

"We have enjoyed our stay at Valmar. Such a beautiful house with breathtaking views. We enjoyed our visit to Pujols, especially the evening market on Wednesday, live entertainment and good food. We will be returning".

Caroline and Mick Russell - Wilford - Notts - UK

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21st July - 4th August 2007

"We had a beautiful, peaceful stay here.  We have particularly enjoyed canoeing on the River Lot at Cassenuil and Villeneuve.  It is very calm, with only a gentle current and felt safe for us and our two young children.  We had fabulous meals at Lou Calel and Le Toque blanche, in Pujols.  Lovely peaceful villa with superb views over the valley, convenient access to three supermarkets and the local town of St Livrade and convenient for the river Lot.  Kids loved the pool.  Very considerate and thoughtful English owners.  Two weeks wasn't enough."

The Raca family - Edgbaston - Bimingham - UK

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7th - 21st July 2007

"Valmar Gite was a great base for touring around the South West of France. Locally we enjoyed the Saturday morning market at Villenueve-sur-Lot, lunch at Monflanquin, walks around Essigeac and most of all the evening market at Pujols on Wednesdays (6-11.30pm).  As you can imagine we weren't in the gite much, but when we were, it had everything that we needed. Locally we would also recommend the Lou Gaillot vineyard.  The tour only takes 20 minutes and the wine is reasonably priced.  The Chateau de Bonaguil is also worth a visit, bring a picnic !  Thanks for the memories Valmar Gite and good luck Martin and Christine."

The Duffy family - Lisburn - Northern Ireland

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30th June - 6th July 2007

"A splendid gite with unbelievable views. Martin and Christine you have thought of everything to enable your guests to enjoy a truly memorable holiday. Thanks so much"

Andrew and Jill Ross - Wiltshire - UK

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16th - 23rd June 2007

"A truly wonderful property in such a peaceful location, enabled us to enjoy a tranquil holiday. Many thanks Martin and Christine.  The panoramic restaurant in Pujols is a connoisseurs delight, great food, great views, not cheap but worth every penny !  We'll tell our friends. 

We would love to come again."

Peter and Stephanie Withers - Bristol - UK

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