What our guests say....
Un endroit merveilleux pour le calme et un accueil tres chaleureux pour nos amis a 4 pattes.
August 26 - Aymeric - Bry-sur-Marne (Airbnb)
Julie and Simon are very welcoming, discreet, and responsive hosts.
The pool is large, pleasant, and surrounded by sun loungers with awnings, and a Bluetooth system allows you to listen to music while swimming.
We highly recommend it!
August 26 - Marie-Laure - (Airbnb)
We had a perfect week at Le Moulin Verneau; the location in the middle of the fields was ideal for our search for peace and quiet, the accommodation was very clean and cozy, the pool was very large, and what can we say about the wonderful welcome from our hosts? It's a great base for exploring the Bourgueil region and enjoying beautiful bike rides in the forest.
We had a fantastic holiday – our dog did too – and thank you again for your hospitality, Julie and Simon!
August 26 - Margaux - Tresses (Airbnb)
Thank you to Julie and Simon for this pleasant stay. The accommodation is very well equipped, clean, and well laid out. We were there between two heatwaves, but Julie had provided a cooler and two fans. The linens were new and spotless; Julie had even thought of providing pool towels. The cottage is quiet despite a high-voltage power line almost directly above. Fields stretch as far as the eye can see, very peaceful with beautiful sunsets. Located just a few minutes from the very beautiful castles of Saumur. Lovely bike rides between Saumur and Montsaureau (there's a flea market on Sundays). Thank you Julie and Simon, and give Polly and Nancy a pat for me! ๐
August 26 - Fabienne - Cannes (Airbnb)
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful gîte and can't recommend it highly enough. The property itself is charming with a lovely garden and pool in peaceful setting that made it hard to leave each morning. Our hosts were warm and welcoming from the moment we arrived, full of great local tips and always happy to help without ever being intrusive. The location was perfect for exploring the area — we could easily reach markets, villages, and sights within a short drive, then come back to relax in the evenings. Our whole family loved it. Merci beaucoup.
August 26 - David -Nottinghamshire (Airbnb)
Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Julie et Simon !
L’endroit est très calme, relaxant c’est vraiment un point fort. Avec la piscine à disposition, cela permet de se détendre au maximum !
July 26 - Pauline - Lille (Airbnb)
Merci à Julie et Simon pour leur accueil chaleureux. On a passé de beaux moments de détente et de decouvertes
July 26 - Galia - Marrakech (Airbnb)
We spent four nights in this very comfortable gite with friendly hosts (and dogs) in a very peaceful location surrounded by fields. It was perfect for lazing by the wonderful swimming pool and for exploring the many towns/villages and châteaux nearby.
August 25 - Karen UK (Airbnb)
Our family and our dog Millie stayed for 1 week in Julie’s gite. Julie, Simon and Carol and the 3 wonderful dogs were great hosts. The swimming pool was the highlight of the stay. Our girls really enjoyed it. The location had sweeping views of the surrounding rural countryside with beautiful sunsets each evening. We all had an enjoyable time!
August 25 - Stephanie - London (Airbnb)
Charming Gite with a fantastic view. The swimming pool was really lovely. The dogs, Polly and Nancy, were sweet and affectionate and fun friends for our golden Retriever. We had a great time.
August 25 - Claudia - Netherlands (AirBnb)
We have just spent an amazing 11 nights at Le Moulin Verneau this summer and I cannot rate it highly enough.
The location is stunning, the views and sunsets were just brilliant, the accommodation is great and everything you needed was provided - including a selection of soft towels, soft bedding and fans in the rooms for the warmer evenings. It really has a homely feel and the library, DVD collection and furnishings really give it real character - not just your average holiday let.
The outdoor pool area is beautiful and the pool itself is brilliant and for me was a major selling point before we even got there.
We visited lots of local and further afield places as there is so much to do and see in the Loire Valley and we even navigated back in the dark! Whatthreewords is a lifesaver!
As for Julie and her family, they are always there if you need them with a wealth of experience and ideas but also they are not at all intrusive considering they live literally a few meters away. As for their dogs, they are so lovely and friendly and are clearly living their best lives there.
I can thoroughly recommend Le Moulin Verneau. Both properties are great and the atmosphere is just relaxation on a plate and has to experienced to be believed. It will be the only place I want to stay again if I am visiting that area.
July 25 - Jo B
Had a very nice time in the holiday home. Super nice swimming pool, well-equipped house, various private seats in the garden and fantastic freedom for out dog (which wen t well with Julie's dogs). Unique castles seen nearby. In short, had a nice time!
July 25- Esther and Hank, Netherlands (AirBnb)
A very nice accomodations, perfect for two people. Julie was very nice and welcoming and was helpful in every way. Afantastic pool area, to this there was also WiFi in the pool area. Not to forget the total tranquility which we had, fantastic private terraces, where you just enjoyed the silence and the birdsong.
June 25 - Benny, Sweden (AirBnb)
Lovely week in the Loire valley in Julie's clean and comfortable house. The bedrooms were compact for four adults but comfortable beds and we slept well. Plenty of space outside with trees to find shade for outdoor eating; the best pool we have ever enjoyed at a holiday let with ample loungers and sunshades. Our two small dogs enjoyed the ourdoor freedom and playing with Julie's larger puppy even if they did find the boisterous play overwhelming at times.
August 2024 - Simon and Family (Airbnb)
We stayed with Julie, Simon and Carol for 2 weeks. We loved the location it is stunning, the area is very peaceful surrounded by fields full of sunflowers. Julie is a great host and made us feel very welcome and allowed us to do our own thing. The pool was amazing, the house was very comfortable and cosy and had everything you could possible need. We took Monty our Springer Spaniel and he absolutely loved the location, he had so much space to roam free plus a closeby watering hole to cool down in the heat, as we as enjoying the company of Julie's two dogs Martha and Nancy. The private garden with BBQ was great and we spent may nights watching the sunset across the fields. We wanted 2 weeks of complete relaxation and this is waht we got. Supermarket is very local with lots to see and do all on your doorstep!. Alovely holiday had by all! Monty definittely gave it the thumbs up! You will not be disappointed if you choose to stay. Thank you Julie x
August 2024 - Shirley C from Camberley (Airbnb)
We recently had a few lovely days at Le Moulin Verneau in the small cottage, it was ideal and all on the ground floor with access straight onto your own patio. Julie and family made us very welcome. The setting is perfect, so tranquil with great views in every direction. Only a short drive away to nearby towns and villages, Saumur being our favourite. What was also lovely after a day sightseeing we were able to swim in the heated pool situated int he grounds. We were travelling with our Labrador who was made welcome by the family's dogs. Highly recommend a visit
June 2024 - Paul & Pat - Devon
Just back from a lovely stay here. Julie, CArol and their two dogs are all very friendly and welcoming. The think that stood out the most for us was the amazing pool area (which we made very good use of!) ....a lovely sized pool, plenty of sun loungers, shade if you wanted it, a separate seating area for lounging, and another for eating, gas/coal barbeque, fridge to keep the important drinks cold, and even windbreaks built into the fence - this was by far the best pool area we have had at a gite. The gite also had a lovely separate outside seating area overlooking the field of sunflowers - which was perfect for morning coffee.
July 2023 - Deborah (Airbnb)
Had a fantastic stay in the lovely little gite! Had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Good facilities, including the pool which was heated! Special mention to Pippa and Martha, who were very friendly.
Jacques - July 2023 (Airbnb)
Our family of four had a great stay in Julie and Sion's gite which is one of two rental homes on the converted barn. The grounds are well laid out with an excellent pool area with sunloungers, sofas, tables, barbeque, awnings and a Bluetooth music system. The accomodation is well equipped and we also used the Weber barbecue, gas barbecue by the pool, wood fired pizza oven and reclette grill. We took our two year old golden doodle and she had a great time with thier two dogs. Julie was helpful with suggestions of what to do with lots of information of the Le Moulin Verneau website. Thank you.
August 2022 - Ben & Family (Airbnb)
Very peaceful stay in the beautiful Loire valley.
So relieved to eventually get to Le Moulin Verneau. A trip that was postponed twice due to Covid. Having been in regular contact with Julie, it felt like at long last catching up with old friends. The welcome reception is quite something with the adorable Martha & Pip (furry friends) then Julie, Simon & Carol.
We stayed in the smaller gite Le Deux Chevaux, perfect for us as a couple. Julie’s attention to detail with quirky decor was very appealing. I like to cook and the kitchen living space was well equipped with all you’d need.
My husband and I like to cycle and there is no shortage of scenic routes to choose from. The area is so quiet that even cycling along major roads was surprisingly deserted. Perfect.
Imagine then returning to the lovely swimming pool on offer with comfy loungers ample shade if needed and a fridge to cool the beer.
Julie was very knowledgeable on market days and places she thought we might enjoy visiting. We had some lovely plat du jour’s accompanied by gorgeous French wines, all produced locally. Needless to say I had to bring a few bottles home
August 22 - Steph & Jeremy
Very charming cottage in the middle of the fields which benefits from access to a huge and very well furnished pool with pool beds, canopies, tables, etc. The cottage is very cute and very pleasant, impeccably clean. We had a great weekend
Tres charmant cottage au milieu des champs qui beneficie d'u access a une piscine immense et tre bien amenagee avec lits de piscine auvents tables etc Le cottage est tres mignon et tre agreable d'une proprete irreprochable. Nouse avons passe un excellent week end.
July 2022 - Muriel (Airbnb)
Our stay with Julie, Simon and Carol exceeded our expectations, the property has a villa vibe in an amazing surrounding and benefits from having a heated pool. Their two dogs are well behaved and were very accommodating to our curious Frenchie! Everything is well thought out and lacks nothing to enjoy a short or long term stay, was great to have fast internet and English channels! We definitely would recommend and would likely visit again.
Jun 22 – Mets (via Airbnb)
My partner and I stayed at Le Moulin Verneau in early May. It was the perfect getaway for a relaxing weekend break. Julie was attentive and gave us some great advice on local amenities. Thank you for a lovely stay
May 22 – JamesM - Thatcham
Wonderful relaxing weekend in a beautiful location
Have recently enjoyed a wonderful long weekend here. Le Moulin Verneau is set in a beautiful location with very comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities. Julie, Simon and Carol (and their dogs) could not have made us feel more welcome. There was plenty to see and do in the local area and when we returned to our gite, we thoroughly enjoyed swimming in the pool and relaxing in the hot tub. Would particularly recommend the beautiful fresh pastries from the local village bakery for breakfast and the delicious selection of cheeses purchased when we visited the market in Langeais on the Sunday morning. Our only complaint was that we had to leave. We will definitely be back
May 22 - The Bacon Family – Wokingham,
French Escape with tranquility
We were looking for an escape from our busy lives and wanted a week in France where we could have a balance between sightseeing and downtime.
Le Moulin Verneau was perfect - away from the rest of the world, but close enough to cycle to the village to collect the fresh pastries in the morning :-)
We were the only ones by the pool which was great & use of the hot tub too.
Julie was the perfect host, there when we needed her, otherwise very 'laissez faire' - which we enjoyed.
Five days away and we came back feeling like we had been away for two weeks!
Thank you Julie (and Carol) we will definitely be coming back!
May 22 - 672Zibu - Newbury
What an awesome place to stay! Fantastic accommodation, beautifully decorated- super comfortable. Gorgeous hot tub and swimming pool, lovely walks and plenty of rest and relaxation. Julie, Simon and Carol are wonderful hosts and I would highly recommend a visit. Lovely markets in nearby towns and villages and a must is a meal near the château and a kayak along the river! Local supermarket a short drive away so you can stock up on food and drinks. Fabulous! We will be back
May 22 - KatherineM – Sandhurst
