Gastnutzer
10. September 2023
When we consider visiting a place on the basis of the photos, videos we see & the words we read, the thought may cross our minds .."will it actually be as wonderful as it seems?" In the case of Jan & Cynthia's domaine - at least for us - reality exceeded all our expectations: the house is stunning, the rooms beautifully appointed, the grounds spacious and well-tended, Jan & Cynthia's approach warm and authentic. The vast, central salon which is kitchen, dining area & living/relaxation space all in one is a pleasure to behold. The breakfast is of high quality, full of fresh produce from the garden, the coffee is great & Jan makes the best poached eggs I have ever tasted! Guests are given a free run of the kitchen area and can help themselves to tea (herbal & non), coffee, or chilled water, any time they like. We had intended to eat out most nights during our week's stay, but the beauty of the house, Jan & Cynthia's friendliness, the culinary skills and winning personality of Victor the visiting chef soon changed our minds! Jan also has a small, but carefully selected choice of wines at fair prices. The evenings Victor was not there we took the Boco menu option.. in short, we stayed in as much as possible! The domaine is not far at all from major roads - handy for taking trips to Narbonne, the coast, Carcassone & much besides. However, it is so immersed in the countryside - and the extent of the grounds heightens that sensation - that it feels hidden. This, together, with the two swimming pools the landscaped garden and the lake, give the setting a magical quality. I can hardly recommend it enough. No question of whether we will go back, just a question of when. Thank you Jan & Cynthia (and Victor, and Emma the delightful baby ) for a very memorable stay. We will be back! With kind regards, Simon & Barbara
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