"We love the spacious cottage, which has everything a young family needs. So much to do on the farm, the children just want to stay and explore! The grounds and private garden are beautifully kept and offer a tranquil backdrop, which can be enjoyed from the private, shaded veranda at the back of the cottage. The pool is a lovely safe area to relax by whilst the family plays. There are many historic towns to visit and interesting days out for all ages. What we enjoy most of all is the welcome we receive from Sheila and Erik the hosts! We just can't stop coming back!!"
David, Debs and children, Shropshire, UK."A super cottage! We really appreciated the peace, especially sitting out on the deck and enjoying the countryside and birdsong. Montmorillon is a very pretty and interesting little town."
F L, Auxerre, France."A tranquil oasis of calm set in a peaceful working farm with plenty of walks from the cottage. A beautifully converted barn, which provides comfort and rural views whilst still within easy reach of a medieval town with full facilities. A warm and hospitable welcome from lovely hosts who are very keen to give you the best holiday possible. Fantastic heated outdoor swimming pool and relaxing poolside area provide the perfect setting for unwinding from the stresses of everyday life.
Look forward to returning one day!"
A B, Barnstaple, UK."A lovely gite in an amazing location. A great base for visiting the local area or enjoying a relaxing time around the pool."
J W, Royston, UK."We stayed at the gite in its very early days and have returned many times since - each visit has seen new additions to its comfort and surroundings; having the outdoor pool with its relaxed ambiance is a great plus; the rural location is an ideal place to recharge your batteries but also within reach of interesting towns and villages, ancient churches and chateaux and historical Poitiers. There are friendly dogs to accompany you on a walk and even friendlier owners who make you very welcome."
JG, Long Crendon, UK."So much peace and quiet on a working farm, you cannot imagine. Lovely place to stay if you like going for walks around the lake or along the lanes. Relaxing (reading) by the pool or wandering around the villages nearby. We like to go to the markets in Chauvigny and Montmorillion. Even a day out to the coast (L a Rochelle) is possible or a visit to the larger places like Poitier and Limoges."
D H, near Groningen, the Netherlands"We have stayed at the Hopma's several times and have always had a wonderful holiday. The gite is spacious and well equipped and there is plenty of space outside for the children to play not to mention the pool! The countryside is literally on your door step, good for walking and exploring. At the same time you are not far from all the amenities required for a really superb holiday. Your hosts will make you feel at home and are an excellent source of local information. Enjoy your holiday!"
S M, near Toulouse, France."We have been going on holiday to Spain for several years now and always hire a nice caravan, large enough to accommodate a family of five. Then, on our way back from Spain we usually stay for a week in Erik and Sheila's Gite. By the last few days of our holiday in Spain we are always longing to be at Biard Cottage - every time we stay there we are always amazed by its comfort, quiet and space. No holiday is complete, without a stay in this Gite!"
A C H, the Netherlands.
