Historic Rentals Testimonials

Thank you so much for the hospitality!

2012-01-11T14:51:00.002-05:00

I wanted to thank you so much for the hospitality. Robin and I had a wonderful time, and the place was perfect. If we send it once, we said it a hundred times, it reminded us of the apartment we had rented in the Marias when we were in Paris last.

Please extend my gratitude to Winston as well. He was wonderful, and very helpful with everything. You have a gem in him.

We would love the opportunity to rent from you again. Have a wonderful day.

Carrie B.
Washington, D.C.
USA

We loved our stay!

2012-01-09T15:51:00.000-05:00

We loved our stay in your gracious Rue du Chateau suite!

Lynn & Elizabeth R.

Wimette, IL

USA

Your beautiful chateau was so peaceful.

2011-11-27T23:22:00.002-05:00

Thank you so much. Our stay was wonderful. Your beautiful chateau was so peaceful, and the Bellevue apartment so large and comfortable. We will certainly recommend.

Cheers,

Alan and Leonie G.

Brisbane, Australia

We fully enjoyed our stay in France!

2011-11-10T15:39:00.003-05:00

We wish to thank you both for being such kind hosts.

As usual, we fully enjoyed our stay in France at your Loire Valley chateau, and your Paris apartment.

We ate lunch frequently at 3 Rue Rosiers which has good French food, and is very busy with locals. We also enjoyed Pierre Cardin's art nouveau museum at his Maxim's restaurant.

We plan to visit your New Orleans unit this spring.

Yours very respectfully,

Wilbur and Annabelle

Laguna Niguel, CA

USA

Thank You

2011-10-14T16:21:00.001-04:00

We enjoyed our time in Paris – thank you.

Laurel D.

Portland, OR

USA

Thank You

2011-10-12T16:14:00.001-04:00

Thank you for the beautiful flowers! A nice touch!

JW A.

Silverthorne, CO

USA

Menerbes was just about perfect!

2011-10-11T17:37:00.000-04:00

We enjoyed our stay in Menerbes at the Fountain View House very much. It was a pleasure to spend a week there and feel attached to the village. Everyone was very welcoming, and after visiting many of the villages in the area, we concluded that Menerbes was just about perfect. We also had the good fortune to have a week of perfect weather.

Thanks for giving us the opportunity to experience Menerbes.

Al & Betsy G.

Asheville, NC

USA

Thank you so much for your hospitality.

2011-09-30T11:22:00.000-04:00

Thank you so much for your hospitality. Your welcome was warm and sincere. The chateau was a wonderful place to stay. So wonderful that we didn't want to leave. Thanks for your guided tour. It was great to see areas that we otherwise wouldn't have ventured to. We have a saying in Australia, "a man's home is his castle." In your case it is true. We will hold many fond memories, especially the view from the Vineyard suite.

Sarah and Ray P.

Australia

Thanks again for a wonderful place to stay in Annecy!

2011-09-26T15:58:00.001-04:00

Thanks again for a wonderful place to stay in Annecy! We'll definitely keep you in mind for future visits. :)

Laurie and Michael
San Rafael, CA

The Luxembourg apartment was central to many activities!

2011-09-26T13:23:00.001-04:00

We had a great time in Paris. The Luxembourg apartment location was central to many activities, and your information package was very helpful.

Thank you,

Gordon L.

Calgary, AB

Canada

We had a great time!

2011-09-23T11:29:00.001-04:00

We had a great time, and left everything in its proper place. Thank you for letting us use your Edouard Jacques studio apartment.

Haleh E.

Los Angeles, CA

USA

We had a wonderful time staying at the chateau!

2011-09-22T15:05:00.001-04:00

We had a wonderful time at the Chateau and are already thinking about a return trip. The cycling was fabulous, so little traffic, and the vineyard and river views were beautiful. The bicycle shop owner was really nice and very easy to work with. We will forward some of our pictures to you. We were able to do a very quick trip into the Tuesday market before we had to check out, and we were duly impressed. Next visit, we will try again to arrive on a Monday so we can over indulge ourselves in the market offerings.

Vicky and Dan,
Queensbury, NY

USA

Had a great time in the heart of the Latin Quarter!

2011-09-19T11:47:00.004-04:00

Had a great time in Paris – in the heart of the Latin Quarter, and near the "Midnight in Paris" spot. I also enjoyed our chat.

Diane,

North Carolina,

USA

Our stay was amazing!

2011-09-01T17:14:00.003-04:00

We have just arrived from an amazing week at the Chateau des Sablons. We couldn't thank Jean-Pierre because of our early departure, but we must say that everything was fantastic! The Park View Suite, the chateau, the guidelines given, the town of Bourgueil, the Loire Valley... everything!

Thanks,

Andres P.

Spain

We enjoyed out stay at the chateau!

2011-08-16T12:12:00.002-04:00

Let me tell how much we have enjoyed our stay at the Chateau des Sablons in the Grandview Suite. It was an ideal vacation: splendid location, excellent accommodations, and the best hosts anybody could wish for. Please extend our thanks to Jean-Pierre as well, and give Charlie a big hug from us.

Dana D.

Bucharest, Romania

We had a simply wonderful stay in the Cluny Suite.

2011-07-25T12:21:00.001-04:00

We had a simply wonderful stay in the Cluny Suite. The apartment was charming, well-appointed, and very comfortable. We loved the neighborhood. The location was so convenient, and had everything we needed. It was perfect for a young girl just going to college. All of the students were a perfect backdrop. Thanks for the helpful information. It made everything easier! I would love to come back.

Sincerely,

Ann F.

Norfolk, VA

We thoroughly enjoyed Paris, and the stay in the Luxembourg Suite.

2011-07-25T10:54:00.001-04:00

We thoroughly enjoyed Paris, and the stay in the Luxembourg Suite. Your arrival information package was most helpful. We never did figure out how to get the television to work, so we followed the suggestion of enjoying Paris instead of watching television. The fresh bouquet of flowers was most appreciated.

Linda K.

Newmarket, Ontario

Canada

We fell in love with the town and with the apartment!

2011-07-19T13:08:00.001-04:00

Just a note to say how much we enjoyed our stay at your apartment in Annecy. We fell in love with the town and with the apartment, which surely must have one of the best views in France. We hope we'll be able to get back there soon.

With best wishes and thanks for your helpful advice,

Liz and Alex H.

United Kingdom

We have just returned from an amazing holiday in Provence!

2011-07-13T01:51:00.001-04:00

We have just returned from an amazing holiday in Provence! Just a short note to let you know that we had a most enjoyable stay in the Old Stone House and were rather sorry to leave after just one week! The village folk were so friendly and accommodating – our last evening's meal to celebrate a family birthday was one of the best meals we have ever had. The early morning visit to the butchery and the daily croissant orders made the reality of small town living a real prospect to consider. The amount of steps to climb is a winner to staying slim, trim, and young! We watched A Good Year again last evening just to have another look at one amazing part of the world. We took thousands of photographs so will be re-living our holiday for years to come.

Regards,

Sandi K.

South Africa

We had a great time in Paris and in your Cluny apartment!

2011-07-06T10:49:00.000-04:00

We had a great time in Paris and in your Cluny apartment. Not only does the apartment have the feel of VERY old Paris, but the location is also fantastic. The towels were plush, the shower was strong, the toilet worked, and the beds/linens were comfy. We will recommend the apartment to any friends looking for a place in Paris.

Thank you!

Julia M.
Cambridge, MA

USA

We wanted to thank you for your hospitality and your assistance in getting us started on our vacation!

2011-06-18T22:20:00.001-04:00

We have arrived back in Arizona and settled in to our "normal" life. We wanted to thank you for your hospitality and your assistance in getting us started on our vacation. Your Harvest Suite apartment in the carriage house is lovely. The views and quiet location were a perfect start to our month in France.

We are still sorting though the million photos so we will send some later. The town that we fell in love with on our first outing was Cinq-Mars. We got lost and decided to drive though when we were turning around. It captured our attention, and forced us to slow down and take in the experience. We took your advice and slowed down significantly after the first week.

Curt & Gaye K.

Arizona, USA

The Old Stone House was a great place to stay!

2011-06-18T18:47:00.000-04:00

We returned to Canada from France on June 18 jet lagged. Our 10 week time in France was all we had hoped, and our time in Menerbes was most memorable. The Old Stone House was a great place to stay. Your English neighbor across the street was very kind and helpful!

Charles R.

Kelowna, British Columbia

Canada

The Edouard Jacques Studio met all of our needs perfectly!

2011-06-15T17:04:00.000-04:00

We returned last evening after spending a wonderful five weeks in France, four of them in the Edouard Jacques Studio. The studio met all of our needs perfectly. It was quiet, convenient, well kept, and a pleasant place to spend time.

A couple of thoughts for your concierge book:

CDG – 3, rue Edouard Jacques: We can recommend the shuttle from Paris Airport Service (parisairportservice.net) or 01 -55 -98 -10 -80. It was 32 euros for both of us, and is door to door. Because others may be in the six passenger van, it may take a few minutes longer than a taxi, but it is much less expensive. We have used it successfully three times.

We, of course, found our favorite park. It's the small park on rue Loesserand across from the bus #58 bus stop – no more than 100 meters from the studio. It's quiet, close, and private; it seems to get little use. Its name is Le Jardin de Moulin du Trois Comets.

Regards,

Lynn B.

Boston, MA

USA

Thank you both for a wonderful week at the Chateau des Sablons!

2011-06-11T23:52:00.002-04:00

After 92 degree heat in Provence (in May) we were enfolded in the cool, gentle, green arms of spring when we arrived (a day early) at Chateau des Sablons. Our hosts were welcoming, understanding, and invited us to collapse in our apartment a day early. And what a lovely apartment it was! The living area was flooded with light from two tall windows complete withworking shutters. The ceilings were high, and the wood floors were old. But pehaps not as old as the wonderful circular stairs leading up to our door. The staircase center pillar was carved from a large treetrunk after the stairs were installed many years ago. Much more recently the walls of the apartment were skillfully covered with a lovely fabric that softened the sounds and surfaces of the rooms. The kitchen of the apartment was new with all the expected and hoped for appliances – even a small freezer in the refrigerator. A vase of mauve peonies and a bottle of local wine were awaiting us after our first day. The king-sized bed was firm, and the bath had a blissful soaking tub. We would throw the window shutters open in the morning to radiant sunshine and the birdsong of a warbler, and the cooing of doves.

Besides all of this, the garden was postcard perfect with a gleaming swimming pool and clusters of tables and chairs set around the park-like grounds. The chateau itself is a perfect example of the exquisite, small country manors of French history. Not a huge castle, but a real and beautiful home. The local village, a 10 minute walk away, would have taken many weeks to get to know, but we were also in the center of the great chateau-wine-mushroom-troglodyte-Tufa cave-middle age village-Loire River-fabulous restaurants country. We could only scratch the surface and must return to continue our studies.

I would also like to mention how helpful, knowledgeable, and gracious our hosts were!

Thank you both so much.

Anita & Mike M.

Oregon, USA

We so enjoyed the Luxembourg apartment in Paris!

2011-05-26T15:20:00.002-04:00

We so enjoyed the Luxembourg apartment in Paris, and would visit again. I loved the Maubert open market – great for gifts and food.

Joan & Jeff P.

Pasadena, CA

USA

You home and your hospitality were wonderful!

2011-05-25T16:33:00.004-04:00

You home and your hospitality were wonderful. I have referred your rentals to several people. Some are interested in the Paris apartments, and some interested in the cooking classes given at the chateau. I am including a picture of Jean-Pierre and "Charlie" that I took on the day we left. Thank you again, and I hope to return or, maybe visit one of your other properties.

Charlotte Y.

Rehoboth Beach, DE

USA

Your chateau is trully something to behold!

2011-05-25T09:43:00.003-04:00

Thanks you so much for a wonderful stay in the Bellevue suite. Your chateau is truly something to behold. We came wanting to do three things: sleep, cycle, and drink fine wine! Needless to say we did all three!

Thanks again,

Alex & Ross

We had a fantastic time in Paris and the Cluny suite was perfect!

2011-05-24T11:54:00.002-04:00

We had a fantastic time in Paris and the Cluny suite was perfect! We loved that it was a three minute walk to little shops for wine, cheese, baguettes, and pate. We spent hours walking around Paris and throughly enjoyed the ease of the Metro system. Everything was so close to the apartment that it made our trip that much more enjoyable. Thanks for the fresh flowers and the info in the concierge book. The internet worked perfectly and we were able to download and post pictures daily for our family back home. We will definitely book with you the next time we are in Paris and have been giving your contact info to others. Thank you for a beautiful Parisian space for us to call home for a week.

Cindy D.

Illinois, USA

Thank you for making us feel welcome at the chateau!

2011-05-22T10:20:00.000-04:00

We had such a wonderful stay in Bourgueil at the Chateau des Sablons. With so much to see in the area, your suggestions and tips really helped us make the most of our short time there. Also, the peace and quiet at the chateau was just what we needed after the hustle and bustle of Paris. Thank you for making us feel welcome. We hope that we are lucky enough to someday return.

Jennifer and Jessica G.

Clearwater, FL

USA

We had a wonderful time with our niece in Paris!

2011-05-03T14:25:00.001-04:00

We had a wonderful time with our niece in Paris, and she loved the apartment too. Many an evening she would look out from the living room window and continue to experience Paris until sleep would catch up with her. I don't know when our next trip will be, but staying in the Luxembourg apartment will be our first choice for a home base.

Many thanks,

Maggie A.

Petaluma, CA

USA

We had a wonderful stay in the Luxembourg Suite!

2011-04-03T11:47:00.002-04:00

We had a wonderful stay in the Luxembourg Suite, and are looking forward to June!

Georgina K.

New York, NY

USA

The views from the Annecy apartment were delightful!

2011-04-01T14:35:00.003-04:00

I would like to thank you once again for the rental of the Annecy apartment. I must express our happiness upon arriving at the top of the stone staircase, opening the apartment door and entering your lovely apartment. Our first view of the Annecy prison, canals, and castle was from your windows, and we said repeatedly, ''Oh my God!'' with wonder and absolute delight. Every comfort was provided for, and most appreciated. We commend you on the special touches that made us feel at home, away from home. We felt privileged to experience Annecy from your charming apartment - you have a hidden treasure there!

Kindest regards,

Lynn F.
Quebec

Thank you for the rental!

2011-03-29T16:43:00.003-04:00

Thank you for the rental of the Rosiers apartment – it was very good! I enjoyed the location, and the Jewish bakery right next to it :)

Kai E.

Denmark

We had a wonderful time in Paris' Cluny Suite!

2011-03-04T11:28:00.002-05:00

We had a wonderful time in Paris' Cluny Suite!

Thanks,

Rich & Patty S.
Jamestown, NC

USA

We loved the Botanica Suite, and Winston was fabulous!

2011-02-08T14:55:00.002-05:00

We just stayed in your Botanica Suite apartment in New Orleans over the weekend, and wanted to let you know that Winston was fabulous, and that we loved the apartment!

Thanks,

Angela C.
Alabama

USA

We enjoyed our stay in the Rue du Chateau suite.

2011-01-28T14:48:00.001-05:00

We enjoyed our stay in the Rue du Chateau suite, and found the apartment comfortable and well-situated.

Al D.
Atlanta, GA

USA

We had a wonderful visit in Paris!

2011-01-10T17:36:00.004-05:00

Thank you so much. We had a wonderful visit in Paris. The Rosiers Suite was comfortable, and the location was perfect. We also loved the Marais neighborhood. Thanks again for the opportunity to stay at your apartment.

Pat M.

Scottsdale, Arizona

USA

We very much enjoyed our repeat stay in the Botanica Suite!

2011-01-10T16:45:00.002-05:00

We very much enjoyed our repeat stay in the Botanica Suite this past week. Thanks also to Winston for taking such good care of us. It seems like we left at just the right time, although we flew back to find 12 degree temperatures and several inches of snow on the ground here – brrr!

Janet B.

Pueblo, Colorado

USA

We had a fabulous time in Paris!

2010-11-29T17:23:00.002-05:00

We had a fabulous time in Paris, and the Cluny apartment worked out perfectly for us.

We look forward to doing this again.

Linda N.

Denver, CO

USA

We had a wonderfully-relaxing week at the Fountain House

2010-11-27T11:07:00.002-05:00

We had a wonderfully-relaxing week at the Fountain View House in Menerbes. It was cold for few days, so we just stayed in the warmth and comfort of the house. We enjoyed our drives and walks to most of the "villages perches" in the area even though most places were closed, and there were just a few people on the streets.

Thanks again and a la prochaine fois – perhaps in New Orleans this time.

Linda and Frank M.

California

We had a wonderful time!

2010-11-11T11:42:00.000-05:00

We had a wonderful time, and the location of the Cluny Suite was perfect. It was surrounded by many excellent small restaurants, and the historic street of the Latin Quarter only added to our enjoyment.

Thank you for the ease of reservations, and your friendly, rapid service.

Tom & Marcella F.

Santa Rosa, CA

USA

Annecy was a wonderful place!

2010-11-05T09:09:00.000-04:00

Thank you so much! Annecy was a wonderful place. The view could not have been better. We really enjoyed the apartment and the city. Maybe we can use your services again in the future.

Sue C.

Denver, CO

USA

The Luxembourg apartment was very comfortable!

2010-10-25T15:23:00.002-04:00

The Luxembourg apartment was very comfortable and well located for our stay in Paris.

Thank you very much. It would be a pleasure to do business with you again should that work out in the future.

Jim T.

Boise, Idaho

USA

The apartment is in a perfect location!

2010-10-24T19:36:00.001-04:00

I have finally got round to saying how much we enjoyed our stay in Annecy. We had some spectacular walks as well as about a year's worth of fondue, raclette, etc.

The apartment is in a perfect location, was comfortable, and contained all that we needed.

Best wishes,

Andrew S.

Australia

We had a wonderful time in Paris!

2010-10-11T12:55:00.001-04:00

We had a wonderful time in Paris! The location of the Cluny Suite was perfect. It is surrounded by many excellent, small restaurants, and the small, historic street of the Latin Quarter only added to our enjoyment. Thank you for the ease of reservations and your friendly, rapid service.

Tom and Marcella F.

Santa Rosa, California

USA

We loved the Rue Du Chateau apartment!

2010-10-04T10:32:00.000-04:00

We loved the Rue Du Chateau apartment! One day we will have an opportunity to repay you for the extraordinary efforts you made for us. We hope to rent from you again in 2012 since 2011 will see us walking across England instead of in Paris at the end of our journey.

Kind Regards,

Wendy & Geoff B.

Australia

The Vineyard Suite was better than the picture!

2010-09-30T12:38:00.001-04:00

The Vineyard Suite was better than the picture – comfortable bed and good use of space. George and Jean-Pierre are the perfect hosts! We had a tour of the chateau and loved its classy style. The gardens were peaceful, and the stay made for one of our best vacations ever. We used the pool one day, and used the kitchen often. We also liked that the chateau was in the middle of a great wine region, and within an hour of most of the chateaus that we wanted to visit. We have recommended Historic Rentals to friends already.

Tammy K.

Lansing, MI

USA

My hubby and I truly enjoyed the Botanica Suite.

2010-09-14T10:09:00.000-04:00

My hubby and I truly enjoyed the Botanica Suite. We will definitely be using Historic Rentals again when we visit New Orleans – one of our favorite cities.

Karen P.

New Jersey, USA

Thank you very much for your hospitality in Annecy.

2010-08-25T12:13:00.001-04:00

Thank you very much for your hospitality in Annecy. We enjoyed our stay very much. The trip to France was a marvelous success!

John & Madeline H.

Los Angeles, CA

USA

We had staying in the Rooftop Suite in New Orleans.

2010-08-18T17:03:00.000-04:00

Shirley and I just wanted to let you know what a wonderful time we had staying in the Rooftop Suite in New Orleans. The room was perfect. My wife enjoyed the light every morning when we had our coffee. Being on the third floor, we had a good view of a small part of the Quarter and could see the spire on St. Louis Cathedral. The location was good, and was within walking distance to Bourbon and Royal streets. It was also very convenient having the grocery store across the street. Winston was very helpful and informative. Having lived in New Orleans in the 1970's, it was heartening to see the Quarter in such good shape. We hope to return again soon.

Thanks, again.

Steve and Shirley H.

Decatur, AL

USA

The Annecy apartment is such a fantastic place!

2010-08-08T12:03:00.000-04:00

The Annecy apartment is such a fantastic place - merci beaucoup!

Patricia B.

North Carolina

USA

Thank you very much for all of your help and advice during our stay.

2010-08-04T12:36:00.001-04:00

Thank you very much for all of your help and advice during our stay. It was very nice of you to drop off the keys at our hotel in Tours.

We had a great time in Paris, and found the Rosiers apartment to be a wonderful base and haven in which to stay.

Lyn M.

Brighton

Australia

We had such a lovely honeymoon!

2010-08-02T12:41:00.003-04:00

We had such a lovely honeymoon, thanks to Historic Rentals and the suites in Annecy, Menerbes, and Bourgueil. We especially loved our vineyard tour with Jean-Pierre! We will recommend it all highly, and will hopefully return soon!

Best Wishes,

Elizabeth & Dave W.

We had a wonderful time in Paris!

2010-08-02T12:18:00.001-04:00

We had a wonderful time in Paris, and loved the Luxembourg suite.

Thank you!

Mariam M.

Piedmont, CA

USA

We had a lovely time!

2010-08-01T14:38:00.000-04:00

We had a lovely time, and the Edouard Jacques Studio worked out great. We will definitely keep you in mind in the future!

Thank you,

Amy M.

Brooklyn, NY

The Long View suite was perfect for our needs.

2010-07-27T17:03:00.004-04:00

We had a safe return to the UK, and thoroughly enjoyed our visit to France – especially our stay at the Château des Sablons. The Long View suite was perfect for our needs. The grounds are beautiful and inviting. We will recommend the chateau, and would definitely stay again.

Thanks again for all the guidance and directing us to great food, markets, the fete, gardens, and making us welcome in your home. We had a great time with you.

Château des Sablons is a hidden gem; charming, comfortable, and private.

Best Regards,

Randy and Jennifer L.

We enjoyed our stay in the High View House very much!

2010-07-26T17:24:00.001-04:00

We enjoyed our stay in the High View House very much. We will definitely consider it the next time we stay in Provence.

Michael and Barbara G.

Salt Lake City, UT

USA

I love the Pernety neighborhood and chose to stay there again, having discovered it last summer.

2010-07-23T13:32:00.000-04:00

Thank you. I love the Pernety neighborhood and chose to stay there again, having discovered it last summer. This summer I had fun at the Bal des Thermopyles on the rue des Thermopyles. I also went to a lecture on the neighborhood at the vide-grenier. I even walked the back streets on the rue du Moulin Vert to Alésia discovering the Villa Alésia with the artstis' studios, the parks, and the village feel of this quartier populaire.

And yes, I trained myself to take buses and not to reflexively go underground. I look the 58 a lot and others to Montparnasse. The Place de Catalogne behind the gare Montparnasse is interesting too. Very Italian Futurist. I feel like I know Paris so much better now!

Constance C.
New Haven, CT
USA

We would like to thank Historic Rentals for a wonderful stay at the Château des Sablons.

2010-07-23T04:40:00.003-04:00

We would like to thank Historic Rentals for a wonderful stay at the Château des Sablons. Our family of four, including an 18 year old and a 12 yr old, just loved the Garden Suite which was very spacious. The town of Bourgueil was very pretty, and the Tuesday market is a must for anyone visiting the area. We traveled from Australia, and we would certainly love to come back. Just magic!

Geraldine B.
Australia

Thank you for a truly lovely stay!

2010-07-12T15:43:00.000-04:00

Thanks so much again for a truly lovely stay at the Château des Sablons in the Vineyard Suite. We had a fabulous time, and we certainly do look forward to our next visit sometime soon. Jean-Pierre was so very kind and accommodating, and you have both done an amazing job restoring the chateau!

Liza C.
Cambridge, Massachusetts
USA

We very much enjoyed our stay in the Fountain View house!

2010-07-12T11:42:00.002-04:00

We very much enjoyed our stay in the Fountain View house, and the chance to enjoy the local area. Thank you for your help.

Best Wishes,

Elizabeth W.

London, UK

We enjoyed the Rosiers suite very much!

2010-07-03T17:32:00.002-04:00

We enjoyed the Rosiers suite very much. This suite along with the Cluny and Luxembourg suites located on Rue de l’École Polytechnique are in wonderful locations. I'm not quite sure which one we will choose for our next trip (probably not until 2013). The restaurant L'As du Falafel was as described, and terrific. I particularly enjoyed the man who walked up and down the lines collecting for the meal and, if anyone hesitated more than two seconds in ordering, he told them what they were going to eat. The patisserie/boulangerie at the corner of Rue des Rosiers and Rue des Ecouffes were superb. I got a kick out of the cashier, an older man, who beamed with genuine delight when I was able to pay with the exact amount of cash.

We were indeed able to get tickets to La Bayadère at the Opéra Garnier by going to the box office as you suggested. For 10 € each we were seated in a box with a beautiful view of the stage. Problem was, we were in the third row which we had a perfect view of the backs of the heads of the people in front of us. There was a simple solution - we turned the chairs around and alternately knelt and stood, and thereby saw the entire ballet which was wonderful.

Michael L.

Boise, Idaho

USA

Our stay in the Cluny Suite was wonderful.

2010-06-24T15:38:00.002-04:00

Thank you so much! Our stay in the Cluny Suite was wonderful. The apartment was perfect for our needs. I look forward to next time.

Best regards,

Karen L.

Pittsburgh, PA

USA

The Rooftop Suite is in an excellent location – only steps from all that the Quarter has to offer.

2010-06-22T18:53:00.001-04:00

I've been coming to NOLA since 2005, and this is the most enjoyable stay that I have had. The Rooftop Suite is exactly as advertised. It is in an excellent location – only steps from all that the Quarter has to offer. It is in a quiet residential neighborhood, and there is even a small grocery across the street. I hope to stay here again on my next trip.

Scott B.

Illinois, USA

Thanks for another great Paris experience!

2010-06-21T17:33:00.003-04:00

Thanks for another great Paris experience!

Kate K.

Neptune Beach, FL

USA

Thanks for another great Paris experience!

2010-06-21T17:33:00.000-04:00

Thanks for another great Paris experience!

Kate K.

Neptune Beach, FL

USA

Verdaderamente impresionante!

2010-06-19T12:02:00.000-04:00

Verdaderamente impresionante. El marco incomparable. La casa grande, cómoda. Tranquilidad absoluta. El jardín enorme inspirando paz y tranquilidad. Los propietarios (George y Jean Pierre) encantadores. Un lugar maravilloso para establecer el centro de vacaciones si quieres ver toda la zona del Loira.

Jose C.

Santander, Spain

We had a fantastic time in Menerbes!

2010-06-01T21:30:00.002-04:00

We had a fantastic time in Menerbes and hope to return (I’m sure all your guests say this). We did lots of walks, enjoyed the Cafe du Progres, and the ambiance of High View House.

Regards,

Jenny H.

Australia

We enjoyed our stay in Annecy!

2010-05-27T16:38:00.002-04:00

We just got back from France yesterday, and I wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed our stay in the Annecy Suite. It was perfect for us. The information you sent was very helpful. We especially appreciated the nice touches such as the flowers on the mantel, and the orange juice in the fridge. The keys are on the way back to you in the mail as of this morning. Thank you for all you did to help arrange our stay. We appreciate it very much.

David and Tarasa,

Cedar Falls, IA

USA

The Rue du Château Suite is a comfortable apartment!

2010-05-26T12:39:00.001-04:00

I'm writing to let you know that I have in arrived in Paris and at the Rue du Château Suite without a hitch. Your directions for getting to the building and up to the apartment were impeccable. It's a lovely setting, and a comfortable apartment. I'm looking forward to living again in this neighborhood.

Constance S.

New Haven, CT

USA

We had a fantastic week staying in the Vineyard Suite at the Chateau des Sablons!

2010-05-24T17:11:00.002-04:00

We had a fantastic week staying in the Vineyard Suite at the Chateau des Sablons, thank you again for your help and recommendations.

The accommodation was so great that we would love to stay in your Provence property in Menerbes for five nights if possible before we arrive in Cannes....

Kind regards,

Michael & Coralie

My sister and I had a marvellous time!

2010-05-18T17:15:00.002-04:00

My sister and I had a marvellous time, and enjoyed staying at the Chateau des Sablons even more than we had anticipated. The Garden Suite was beautiful and spacious, with a well-appointed modern kitchen that we felt very comfortable using. And of course, the location was perfect for taking short jaunts out to so many fascinating places: chateaus and charming little towns, great restaurants, etc. Thanks so much for your hospitality!

Betsy

Vienna, VA

Lovely Stay in the Tower Suite!

2010-05-17T09:19:00.003-04:00

David and I feel so fortunate to have chosen Chateau des Sablons, for its tranquility and comfort, and for the lovely town of Bourgueil and its Tuesday market.

David & Debbie,

Chicago, IL

USA

We have had a great time in Annecy!

2010-05-16T12:56:00.000-04:00

I just wanted to let you know what a great time we have had in Annecy, and how much we have enjoyed the apartment. It is in the PERFECT location and, as everyone has said, the view is spectacular. We have only had one side trip - to Chambery - because we are enjoying Annecy so much. The air is so clean, and we love to stroll along the lake. The farmers' markets have been a delight, and it was fun buying food there and having an apartment where we could prepare it.

We have had a lot of rain and cool weather but if it not had been for the rain to clear out the volcanic ash from Iceland I think we would still be in the USA with no way to get here.

I am writing this from the apt so you can see we have had no problems connecting to the internet.

Thank you for the beautiful flowers. They still look good and we have one more day to enjoy the apt.

Thanks again,

Richard and Cynthia

Pebble Beach, CA

We had a wonderful time in your apartment in Annecy.

2010-05-15T09:36:00.000-04:00

We had a wonderful time in your apartment in Annecy. All went well. Even though the weather forecast was for rain and clouds, we still had sun every now and then. We had a couple of picnic lunches by the lake. It was so beautiful. Thank you very much.

Richard & Cynthia,

Pebble Beach, CA

USA

We loved the Fountain View house in Menerbes.

2010-05-10T11:26:00.001-04:00

We loved the Fountain View house in Menerbes. It is perfectly situated for experiencing the Luberon. The house was very well equipped, and just SWEET!

Carolyn S.

Massachusetts,

USA

We really enjoyed the Cluny Suite.

2010-05-10T10:46:00.000-04:00

We really enjoyed the Cluny Suite. It was in the perfect location, as well as being equipped with all of the essential amenities. We will certainly recommend this lovely apartment to our family and friends.

Thank you for your help and efficient services.

Rich and Monica B.

Ontario, Canada

Paris is beautiful!

2010-05-07T17:35:00.005-04:00

We really enjoyed our stay in the Rue du Chateau Suite! Paris is beautiful... so we will return.

Roxanne/Noella

Hawaii, USA

We really enjoyed staying at your place.

2010-05-05T17:13:00.000-04:00

We really enjoyed staying in the Rooftop suite.

Tom B.

Boca Raton, FL

USA

The stays in the Paris apartments were too wonderful!

2010-05-04T11:37:00.004-04:00

Our stays in your gorgeous apartments in Paris were too wonderful. Thank you so much seems hopelessly inadequate.... We hope to stay with you again soon!

Becky and Tommy N.
San Antonio, TX

USA

Many thanks for a wonderful holiday.

2010-04-30T11:51:00.000-04:00

We have recently returned from a week at the Annecy apartment apartment. We have been to many apartments in Europe and this has to be rated as the best to date. The location could not be beaten. We choose to self cater all the time, and every shop imaginable was right on the doorstep: patisserie, delicatessen, butchers, fishmonger, bread shops, etc. The fantastic street market is held on Friday, Sunday, and Tuesday morning, and is just two minutes around the corner. For other groceries there are two Monoprix close by.

The apartment was so homely and had everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The view of the little river, chateau, roofs of the old town, and mountains was simply wonderful. The apartment is very light and so quiet. We didn't hear a thing from anybody else all week.

We hired bikes and cycled round the lake which was glorious. Of course, we went on the lake and also had a couple of days out to Geneva and Aix les Bains, but were pleased to get back to Annecy on both occasions. Annecy is a very special place and this apartment is also very special.

Elaine N.

Bollington, UK

We love the Edouard Jacques Suite!

2010-04-06T10:47:00.002-04:00

We love the Edouard Jacques Suite! It was perfect for us, and it had everything we needed which made for a wonderful trip.

Carol M.

Oregon, USA

Delightful neighborhood, comfortable apartment

2010-03-30T11:16:00.000-04:00

When we couldn't find anything we could afford in the 4th adn 5th arrondissements, we checked out the 14th and discovered the relatively peaceful neighborhood by the Pernety Metro stop.

Even though you sense a calm atmosphere when you emerge from the Metro, the neighborhood has dozens of cafes, inexpensive restaurants, take-out traitteurs, fromageries, boulangeries, boucheries, etc. The charm of old Paris in this neighborhood outweighs the occasional modern building mixed in. The apartment is small, but its high ceilings and tall windows give it a light and airy feeling. The photos on the website do not do justice to the apartment's overall attractiveness. Someone has carefully thought about what a temporary resident might need and provided amenities like flashlights, sewing kit, extra towels, electric adapters, and shopping bags for the nearby supermarket. A laundromat is next door. The owner provides detailed written instructions and suggestions which are very helpful. The apartment looks over a courtyard with beautiful trees and is absolutely quiet. Unfortunately, you can hear the neighbors next door through the walls, but we mitigated this by closing the bathroom door, and since these elderly neighbors keep very reasonable hours they never bothered our sleep. Historic Rentals, which manages the apartment, did everything right and in an organized fashion. Madame Gelacio, the English-speaking housekeeper, came right over when we had to call her about a (self-inflicted) problem. All in all, we highly recommend this apartment and its neighborhood.

We stayed in the converted Slave Quarter Suite and enjoyed it very much

2010-02-10T21:10:00.001-05:00

We stayed in the converted Slave Quarter Suite February 4 - 7, 2010 and enjoyed it very much. It is very cozy and convenient. Winston was incredibly patient with our arrival issues. He even checked in on us the next day to see if he could help with getting our lost baggage. We would recommend staying here to our friends, as well as look into it again for our next visit.

Beth T.

Raleigh, North Carolina

USA

The apartment amenities were great.

2010-02-02T15:05:00.001-05:00

Thanks so much for your service. The apartment amenities were great. I will plan to rent from you again.

Again, many thanks.

Alan. M.

Corvallis, Oregon

USA

We felt so fine in your comfortable apartment and could hardly leave beautiful Paris….

2009-12-31T09:42:00.002-05:00

Everything was perfect, even as we imagined and shown on pictures.

What surpassed our expectations:

very calm and quiet flat and house, neighborhood
all kind of shops and the metro are very close to the apartment
stable and fast internet connection
the security box for the key is a good idea!
very well equipped, nice and neat apartment

We are fully satisfied with the Rue du Chateau Suite and services.

Thank you so much for the nice bouquet of yellow roses!

K.O.
Hungary

Culinary Education Program

2009-12-16T15:40:00.004-05:00

We just wanted to take a minute of your time to let you know what a great experience we had at the Château des Sablons. Not only was educational program stimulating and informative, it was a gastronomical extravagance. We were not sure of what we were getting into when we signed up for the class, but rest assured you exceeded our expectations.

Thank you so much for a wonderful vacation.

Hector Z. & Bob M.

Culinary Education Program

2009-12-16T12:34:00.001-05:00

It was a wonderfully french culinary program in a fine french château in the center of the Loire Valley.

Wilbur W.

California

USA

Culinary Education Program

2009-12-16T10:17:00.000-05:00

It was wonderful to be in the Loire again with its superb châteaux and wonderful restaurants – one of which produced the dinner of my life! Many of the gardens are outstanding, and there is a clarity in the air which I love. The Château des Sablons is most comfortable, and has been refurbished to a high standard, but watch your head in some of the bedrooms as they have internal flying buttresses!

Malcolm C.

South of France

Culinary Education Program

2009-12-16T09:59:00.002-05:00

Truly an experience of a lifetime!

Heidi S.

Arizona

USA

The Annecy apartment was stunning!

2009-11-27T06:23:00.023-05:00

The Annecy apartment was stunning, set as it is above the river with views over the old gaol and up towards the lake. We could not have asked for a more relaxing week, blessed as we were with beautiful weather. The twice weekly markets, with beautiful fresh food to choose from, became three when we were lucky enough to be there on the day that the alpine community celebrated Le Retour des Alpages, which I believe marks the return of the animals from the high summer pastures to their winter quarters. What an experience that was; music, dance, markets, crafts, animals, costumes, parades, it was just so special. Some of the highlights for us were the cruise on the lake, the drive around the lake, Chamonix Mont Blanc (stunning), the Col de la Forclaz (beautiful), the autumn colours in the mountains, walking the streets of the old city, the beautiful tastes from the Traiteur next door.

The apartment itself is so well set out. The washing machine and dryer so handy, the kitchen well appointed, bed very comfortable. We had a ball, and would love to return!

Yours sincerely,
Ray and Annette C.
Australia

For someone looking to immerse themselves as a Parisian – stay in the wonderfully-quiet Luxembourg Left Bank Suite!

2009-11-17T09:46:00.000-05:00

For someone looking to immerse themselves as a Parisian – stay in the wonderfully-quiet Luxembourg Left Bank Suite! You feel like you have just moved to Paris and are experiencing day to day living. The location couldn't have been better. The information from the owners was such a great help in navigating the area. Great restaurants, cafes, pastry/bread stores, cheese shops, outdoor markets, and wine stores are within a short walk of the apartment. The Metro is also just down the hill and so easy to use. The apartment is well stocked with whatever you need. Having a kitchen to use made life so enjoyable, and was just the best for breakfast or dinner at home – especially after having picked up all kinds of fresh goodies down the street. We will be back as soon as we can!

Joselyn W.

TN, USA

Great rental in New Orleans!

2009-11-16T11:40:00.000-05:00

The Slave Quarter Suite was a great rental, and made for a great vacation! New Orleans was all we expected and more!

Brenda D.

Wisconsin

USA

We so much enjoyed the Rooftop Suite!

2009-11-15T09:36:00.002-05:00

We have now returned home to Canberra, Australia, after a delightful stay in the US, including our time in New Orleans. This is just to say we so much enjoyed the Rooftop Suite. It was everything we had hoped for – just terrific.

Thanks for your help.

W.O.
Canberra, Australia

We enjoyed Paris!

2009-10-31T09:43:00.000-04:00

Thank you very much! We enjoyed Paris. The weather was phenomenal, and the Rosiers apartment was gorgeous and handy.

best wishes,

Barbara and Bulent G.

We really enjoyed the Slave Quarter Suite

2009-10-22T15:18:00.002-04:00

We stayed in the Slave Quarter Suite for a week, and we really enjoyed it. Everything in the French Quarter felt close and easy to find. The suite was much larger than anticipated, with plenty of room, especially compared to most hotel rooms. The nights were very quiet. With no one above or below and no street noise, even folks from rural settings (like we are) should sleep well. Winston was helpful, although we really had everything we needed available in the Slave Quarter Suite. He directed us to an excellent laundry a block away, which returned our clothes folded and on hangers, just as we would have done it at home. We hope to return.

Paul S. and Ed H.

Vineyard Suite Apartment at the Château des Sablons

2009-10-17T15:17:00.003-04:00

We want to thank you for providing such a comfortable and well-appointed apartment. Our stay at Château des Sablons in Bourgueil has been very interesting and enjoyable. We could not have asked for more.

Au revoir,

Jane and Andy L.

Quebec, Canada

We thoroughly enjoyed the Rosiers apartment!

2009-10-13T15:35:00.001-04:00

We thoroughly enjoyed the Rosiers apartment, and our first trip to France!

Joan S.

Dayton, NJ

My wife and I have had the best time in Annecy!

2009-10-10T11:08:00.002-04:00

My wife and I have had the best time in Annecy. You have a lovely apartment. We really appreciated all the lovely touches that made us feel so much at home, like the flowers in the apartment on our arrival, and all the fittings and services in the apartment. The location is brilliant, and Annecy is such a beautiful place. Today was the Retour des Alpages festival. It was very special to witness it. We will return soon we hope.

With sincere thanks,

Ray C.

Charlestown, Australia

Just wanted to let you know we had a lovely stay in the Cluny Suite!

2009-10-08T17:28:00.004-04:00

Just wanted to let you know that we had a lovely stay in the Cluny Suite.

Diane L.

Edmonton, CA

USA