"The fishing was excellent. The Gite was very cosy and so clean and comfortable. The area is glorious, so peaceful and tranquil. Jill and Simon were excellent hosts and we wish them lots of luck in the future. I've not stayed in a cleaner gite." (Jenny & Sid, Kent, Jun 2004)

"We've really enjoyed our stay here, which has managed to be enjoyable and relaxing in beautiful surroundings with wonderful wildlife. Thank you for your hospitality and we hope to come again." (Martin, Sarah and Family, Cambridge, Jul 2004)

"The most comfortable large bed we have ever had in France." (The Eccles Family, W Yorks, Jul 2004)

"Razay is the perfect place for exploring a beautiful part of France. The accommodation is excellent and the facilities perfect for adults and kids. Combine the above with the hardest ingredient to find: the perfect hosts who create such a relaxed atmosphere, and Razay is the perfect place for a stress free perfect holiday! Thanks to Jill and Simon and their lovely family - we'll be back!!" (Lizzie and Graham and Family, Jul 2004)

"Our third visit and we've again had a wonderful holiday at Razay...Thanks Jill, Simon, Michael and Charlotte - we'll be back!" (Hilary, Michael and Family, London, Aug 2004)

"As soon as we turned down the drive we felt that we had stepped in to a wonderful holiday - and we did. The pictures on the website did not do the high ceilinged bedrooms justice. This complex has the perfect mix of being sociable and peace and quiet. Thanks for a wonderful holiday - we will be back." (Julie, Martin and Family, Coventry, Aug 2004)

"A fantastic sunny and hot week with plenty of fish caught. Only our eighth visit so we are just getting used to it here! The week was excellent." (Roger & Alex, Norwich, Sep 2004)

"Have had a superb stay here - the boys loved the quad bikes, the badminton hall, the gym and the bikes. I have really enjoyed relaxing here...knowing the boys are happy and of course safe and secure in Razay." (Gill, Colin and Family, Hampshire, Oct 2004)

"Great weather for our second visit to Razay. Excellent holiday. Hopefully be back next year." (Russell, Liz and Family, Cheshire, Aug 2005)

"Had a fab 2 weeks at Razay. Did a bit of everything. Huge thanks to Jill and Charlotte for making the children so welcome. We will all miss the friendly hedgehogs that appear every night and Harry the Dog." (The Biltons, Nottingham, Aug 2005)

"Our second visit to Razay - we were concerned that it could not match up to last year but it has surpassed it. We love Razay!" (Julie, Martin and Family, Coventry, Aug 2005)

"We've had a lovely relaxing week. Have enjoyed having some fairly competitive matches in the badminton hall. We loved going for bike rides in the woods and rowing in circles on the lake. Thank you for a thoroughly enjoyable week." (The Oakleys and Hills, Herts & Cornwall, Sep 2005)

"The first thing Billy (age 6) said upon arrival was "where's the TV?", have to say that none of us even thought about it for the rest of the week as we were so busy eating, drinking, swimming, riding the quads and bikes, fishing, archery, playing games and chatting!! The cottage was very comfortable, best nights sleep x7 in ages! We will definitely be back with new arrival as this is the perfect place to bring a baby. Thanks Jill, Simon and Charlotte." (The Nelson Family, Norwich, May 2006)

"We have had a brilliant time on our holiday to Razay. We loved the super-king size bed, we want one for home! This holiday gave us the relaxation and fun which we most greatly needed." (Sam and CJ, Derbyshire, Jun 2006)

"We have all had a superb holiday, everything is so well organised, the pool, gym, bikes, etc, something for all ages." (The Stone family, London, Jul 2006)

"A truly beautiful place to spend a very leisurely 2 weeks! Weather has been glorious, facilities excellent (and I'm assurred the fishing has been great!) Loads to do for the boys. Although we don't usually go back to the same place twice, I think in this instance we might be tempted - we will definitely be telling friends and family what a fantastic time awaits you at Razay! A big thank you for a lovely holiday." (The Ginnaw Family, W. Sussex, Jul 2006)

"Thanks again Jill for a great holiday (our 5th year!) and well done with the weather! We love it here and will be back next year." (Hilary, Michael and Family, London, Aug 2006)

"We have all been so happy here - what a truly lovely place. Many thanks for a great holiday." (The Emery Family, Plymouth, Sep 2006)

"Nice location, good facilities, great company, brilliant week!" (The Colls and Heskeths, Ipswich, Sep 2006)

"What a fantastic time we all had! Jill & Simon were great hosts and they can enjoy a glass of wine or two!! Like the rest of us!! Many thanks for a lovely holiday." (Sue & Graham Fisher, Hull, Aug 2007)

"What a wonderful holiday we all had. Enjoyed some great times round the pool in the hot weather. Thanks Jill & Simon for being such great hosts & Charlotte & Harry too!" (Nick & Mandy Maughan , Hull, Aug 2007)

"Clare and I have been all over france over the past fifteen years, but we have never been anywhere as good as Razay for children/families. We all had a wonderful time, secure in the knowledge that the children were safe at all times. You have a wonderful balance of activities play areas, and yes, lawns for the children to play on, run around or just laze. Thank you for such a lovely place, and thank you especially Jill for being such a kind, welcoming and caring host. We felt as though we were part of a Razay family and look forward to returning, but for a longer period, in the future." (David & Clare Ritson, Tyne & Wear, Jun 2008)

"We have returned after 6 years away to find all the good things have been kept as they should be and even improved, and the changes that have been made were to things that needed improving like the kitchen, furnishings and the new shower upstairs, so well done to Jill & Simon for that. We will return again & hopefully bring some of the family & friends who shared our holidays here before, to show them it?s still a great place to come!" (Tony, Coleen & Sally Sheppard, Spalding, Lincs, Jun 2008)

"Smashing great time at Razay celebrating 50th birthdays. Perfect weather, great wine, wonderful people, gorgeous countryside, fascinating sites. A bike ride in the morning to Céré-la-Ronde for croissants was a fun chore, indeed! Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!" (Jo, Chris, Sam, Lynn, Robin, Karen, Maureen, Roslyn & D, Washington DC, Boston Ma, London England, Jul 2008)

"Razay is awesome! Harry is the best dog ever! He?s so cute and very well trained. Thanks Jill, Simon & Charlotte!" (McPherson Family, West Sussex, Jul 2008)

"We've all loved our 2 weeks at Razay and have been so well looked after by Jill. Highlights included making friends with Harry, Jill and all those in Cottage 1, visiting the cows/calves at milking time, and all our days out to the zoo, markets, chateaus etc..." (The Dockings, Norfolk, Jul 2009)

"Very impressed with all the amenities in and around Razay, c'est fantastique. Home from home with the added bonus of a dishwasher. We've had an excellent 2 week stay and Jilly made our stay all the more warmer, for which we are very grateful. We are certain to see you again, we're going to come back, definitely!!" (The Jupps, Rugby, Aug 2009)

"What a wonderful holiday! For the first week we didn't even venture to the end of the drive - who needs to when Razay provides all that you could ever need? The pool, Harry, trampoline, Harry, badminton, Harry, oh, and not forgetting the wonderful Harry! Week 2 managed to lift urselves off the sun loungers for long enough to visit Fantasy Forest... Zoo at Beauval... the Chinese Pagoda... then back to Razay for relaxation, wine, friends and anything you could ever want on a holiday. Thank you Jill and Harry (hopefully we'll see you next time Simon - and looking forward to meeting Charlie!)" (The Whites and Wrights, Rutland, Aug 2010)

"3rd year - gets better every year. Great weather, great wine, great company. All being well, will see you next year. Thanks again." (The Phillips, Scotland, Jun 2010)

"Thank you so much for the pleasure of staying at your wonderful Razay. We had a wonderful holiday. Thank you again for making Ben's birthday such a wonderful day." (The Shearlaws, Devon, Jun 2010)