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child friendly holiday cottages Lot-et-Garonne, Aquitaine, France

We would like to welcome Dan and Elaine who are just completing the renovation of their second family friendly holiday cottage in the Lot-et-Garonne, Aquitaine, France. They now have two lovely holiday cottages situated in this beautiful part of France with swimming pool and two lovely dogs! You can find more details about their holiday cottages and contact them directly here:

https://www.holidaytots.co.uk/view-property/482-cottage-shared-facilities-in-lot-et-garonne/

We are so delighted to be working with them, here is a little insight to their life in France…

A brief introduction to the ‘Waters’ family…

Dan (46) and Elaine (39) and our 2 dogs, Snoop & Bailey (2 years)

Why did you decide to start your own holiday accommodation business?

We’ve always dreamed of living a simpler life in South West France, so after successful careers in the UK, Dan in Finance and Elaine as an Executive PA we decided to follow our dream.  After extensive research and viewing many properties we finally found it in February 2012.  We were instantly attracted to the collection of golden stone buildings, which offered the opportunity for us to create a wonderful home and luxury holiday gites for our guests in relaxing surroundings.

What was the toughest part about setting it up?

Having to spend our first winter in an un-heated rustic farmhouse whilst starting the renovations on the barns.  We have single glazing and no insulation in the farmhouse – in fact one day our hallway was 4 degrees which was slightly cold given the fact that the fridge is 4 degrees!

What was the most memorable/enjoyable part of setting it up?

When our first actual guests arrived and stayed in the gite and left us a lovely review.

What couldn’t you live without and why?

PG Tips & Cadburys chocolate

What does your average working day involve?

At the moment finishing the renovation of our second gite for the 2015 summer season

What advice would you give to families wanting to holiday with you and why is your place so special?

We offer luxury accommodation in a tranquil setting

If you could pick just two attractions/places to visit in your area what would they be?

Chateau Bonaguil & Parc en Ciel

Is there anything you would like to highlight that might be interesting to families with babies/toddlers/young children who are thinking of staying with you?

We are well equipped with stair gates, high chairs, travel cots, children’s crockery & cutlery, baby bath and a fantastic pool with inflatables. Our gites offer you the flexibility to enjoy the local area or to just enjoy the tranquil area around the swimming pool.

In one sentence can you explain what life is like where you live?

Living here is certainly a slower pace of life, we enjoy the beautiful surroundings, the peace and tranquillity of the area


 

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