Guest Comments From Our 2010 Visitor Book
Tell us about your barging experience.
We tip our caps to Susan & George. For though the feel and scene is all France, the experience is Susan & George. Two more gracious hosts have never existed. Thanks for all that you have bestowed to us.
Gina S & Gary H., San Lorenzo, CA.
Wonderful week. Sue, George, Ollie, Jen and Deb…this week will live on in our memory for years!.
Jenny and Peter G., Hobart, Australia
A great boat, a great crew, great food, great wines, a bloody good time!.
Ed and Nancy W., Hobart, Australia,
Once again, Susan and George have done it. Fantastic Trip. Ollie's exquisite food and Jen's and Deb's attention to our needs has spoiled us for "normal life": from now on.
Mike and Carol R., Hobart, Australia
This was our 25th wedding anniversary present to ourselves. George and Susan, you were special hosts/owners…Ollie, your meals were a highlight - never have eaten so well..Deb and Jen you took such good care of us and treated our children so well. They will miss you. Thank you all for making our anniversary so special.
Bill and Deb K., Boston MA,
Absolutely delightful, refreshing, relaxing and restful…Everyone was simply spectacular, attentive without intruding, helpful and available. One of the best weeks of our lives. Cannot wait to return.
Thomas and Lisa Y., Fairhope, AL,
Thank you, thank you. Except for the bum knee it was perfect. Food, crew, surroundings, pampering - we loved it!!
Virginia and Fred W., Bay St. Louis, MS
WOW..The Boat, The Food, The Wine, The Tours, but most of all The Staff. Thank you so much for a GREAT Trip!! Oh, did I mention the wines, food, crew….
Clay W., Gulfport, MS
We would like to express our sincere appreciation for the amazing hospitality everyone has shown us. Thank you for the continuous pampering and consideration for all of our requests.
Melodye and Dennis M., Toronto, CA
It was hard to find the words to express how much we enjoyed our time on Meanderer this week. We have been so….Spoiled!! Thank you all for a very memorable holiday. Ollie - Outstanding meals every day. Jen & Deb - My "fairies" - Thank You. Susan & George - it doesn't get any better than this!!!
Lorna and Doug M., Oakville, Ontario
This has been the most intimate, relaxed, fun, comfortable, luxurious personal family vacation that we have ever taken…we have but one suggestion: Expand the itinerary from 6 to 60 days. And thank you for sharing your village with us on Bastille Day…very touching and memorable.
Julia, Brad and family, California
Susan and George. What a wonderful trip! Your gracious hospitality was appreciated. Everything was lovely. Thank you and much love.
Nancy W., Louisville, KY
What more can be said?! Perfection from your warm welcome to the ease and careful attention to every detail - Amazing! Every person and element are memorable. Thank you.
Mary Jane F., Owensboro, KY
Thank you so much for a wonderful vacation. It is a trip that we will always remember. From start to finish we were treated as valued guests and enjoyed every minute…Thank you so much for sharing with us your special corner of the world.
Steve R., Adina F. and family, Orlando, FL.
Around the Briare Canal in 7 days - a trip that would make the Jules Verne novel pale in comparison - we had hot air balloons, the barge, horses, bicycles and hikes - Ollie's food was so scrumptious that it would make Rabelais blush. And if it's true what they say
"dans le vin, c'est la vente" the truth is that everyone of you made our voyage special and full of warmth. We can't thank you enough for making us feel so special.
A toast - blanc et rouge and some cheese - pasteurized or not - for many, many more successful years .
Dr. Lee and Elissa O. and family, Philadelphia, PA
Exceeded our expectations in every way. Congratulations on your expertise in hospitality.
Don and Louise B., Kelowna, BC, Canada
Delightful and Delicious. Thanks.
Marilyn and Cully C., Dallas TX
With much sadness we see our suitcases back in our room, signaling that our time on Meanderer is coming to an end. It has been a wonderful time on the barge in the company of new friends and old. Susan and George are incredible hosts who have accommodated each and everyone of us to the utmost. Many thanks to each one of you and we look forward to another barge trip with you.
Charles and Joan L., Charlotsville, VA,
Thank you so very much for all the small kindnesses performed by you and your staff. Food, wine, sights - wonderful week! New friends made; new things to look forward to with them. A new dimension given to the Loire Valley.
Polly and Tom K., Pinehurst, NC
First, let me say - this week gets 4 stars and 5 forks!Being on Meanderer is like living a dream. It's been a beautiful trip - cruising down the canal with no-one else in sight - looking at the countryside and being pampered by Susan, George, Ollie, Yasmin and Deb - I'll never forget it.
Margery S. and family, Penn Valley, PA
Our vacation with you was delightful! Everything was above our expectations! The food was so creative and delicious and I appreciated how Ollie came through for my vegan diet. Our "room fairy" was in and out continuously making sure our room was spotless, in fact the whole barge was spotless, service impeccable, host and hostess friendly, knowledgeable and a delight to spend the week with! Thank you for making our trip so special!
Candy and Denny E., West Des Moines, IA
Where do I begin? Our whole stay with you was so wonderful and you were all so gracious. We will never forget your kindness and we feel we made new friends that are like new family members. Our food, day trips and conversations will always be remembered. Everything was so clean and comfortable, we felt like we were home. Thanks again...
Connie and Todd R., West Des Moines, IA