After travelling south from Calais through open fields, the close wooded valleys around Le Verger come as a sudden and pleasant setting. The house stands alone overlooking the old church on one side, the village on another, and open country on the other – watch out for deer flitting across now and then. The surrounding villages are picture-book representations of this part of France, and yet you are within easy reach of some fascinating cultural visits. The house exceeds expectations as for furnishings and comfort; you feel at home as soon as you arrive. All the stuff you need is there: an excellent kitchen, good lounging areas, comfortable bedrooms, and bathrooms with good shower pressure! I could go and on…we are looking for the next opportunity to visit Le Verger. Thanks for letting us use your house. Best Wishes, Phil

Dear Moira, I just wanted to say on behalf of the whole family a very big thank you for our wonderful holiday in Wambercourt last week. We had such a marvellous time. It was the best house we have ever stayed in. The provision of all the equipment in the shed kept the children entertained and there was little need to go out! They also enjoyed the beach at Stella Plage, the alpacas and other animals at the "wool" farm, Azincourt Museum, watering all the plants in the graveyard (having visited daily the airmen's grave. My uncle was a Second World War pilot lost over Germany and his body was never found so it was very special for me especially as he shared the same christian names with one of the men buried there) and being able to walk to the post box all by themselves! We would love to go back again some time and explore the area some more. We usually go to Normandy but found the area very interesting. Very many thanks again. Best wishes, Libby and Alan Risby

Hi Moira, We have returned from France and had a brilliant time again. We played golf on four days and did not get a single drop of rain. I did rain overnight and sometimes while driving but not on the golf courses. The food was excellent as usual and was enjoyed by everyone. Robin

Hi Moira, Just a quick few words to let you know what a fabulous relaxing time we had at Le Verger. The birthday meal was wonderful. The entire family agreed that the birthday cake was the best ever - can't go wrong with chocolate mousse! We made the most of the beautiful surrounding countryside and even the weather was kind to us. All parties are now home safely and we certainly experienced a birthday to remember. I can thoroughly recommend it to anyone who is planning a family holiday or get together in the future. Sadly it is all behind us now and I am bracing myself to go back to work tomorrow. Not something I am really looking forward to but that's life. Thank you once again for all your special touches like the champagne, which we all enjoyed, and the wine recommendations. The house itself was amazing and we had no difficulties or problems with anything. Best wishes, Irene

Dear Peter & Moira, What great vision you both have. Le Verger is such a nice house. Congratulations you have done a wonderful job. Thank you so much for sharing it with others, it's a joy to experience. Friday - Our children had arrived before us so when we got there the lights were on, the fire was roaring and carols were playing. Just as we drove in, as if on cue it began to snow. The children were standing in the Manger with Champagne. Eve thought we were on a business trip to see a French client. Well what a surprise! Just fantastic. Everyone kept thinking we were on the set of a film. It was just perfect. Saturday - A good hearty breakfast, snow fights, party then dinner. We will never forget the meal prepared for us. We could not eat the last 2 courses and had to keep them until Sunday morning. They were there from 6 until gone midnight having cooked and waited and washed- up. What a great night! Mike Pomfret

Moira and Peter, Some members of the family have been holidaying in France for 28 years and they commented that this was the best ever location and house they have stayed in. We loved your property and had a wonderful time both on site and travelling to the beach, Hesdin and the new cemetery at Fromelles. The facilities and amenities were excellent. Terry and Jeanette ps are you taking bookings for next year?

Dear Moira, We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Le Verger, thank you for letting us share in a lovely and well loved home. it was a great family re-union, we do not see the New Zealanders as often as we would like but have to content ourselves with the wonders of MSN on the internet. Your directions were first class and all was in complete order when we arrived and as far as we know, everything was in the same order when we left. Northern France was to us, a place that we hurried through on our way to other parts, we didn't realise that it had so much to offer. With our best wishes and thanks, Mike & Joyce

Moira, We had a great time celebrating thanksgiving at your house in northern france! Thank you very much for all your help in the period leading up to this weekend. Not least in setting me together with Seb to sort out the turkey. Thanks, Thomas

Dear Moira, Thank you so much for letting us share in a little piece of French life in the fabulous Le Verger. The house exceeded all our expectations and was a perfect venue for our 12 strong party of friends and family. We had a week full of fun, laughter and total relaxation. The site of the house was idyllic, quiet and peaceful yet within easy distance of some great places to visit, the most memorable for me being Vimy, just an hour's drive away, to see the First World War trenches and the breathtaking Canadian War Memorial. Also recommended is the bird Sanctuary at Parc du Marquenterre where you can see spoonbills and avocets to name but a few. We were also lucky enough to be able to watch a pair of flycatchers hatching their young in the eve of the patio roof at Le Verger – a rare treat! I can also recommend a canoeing trip on Le Canche – very reasonable and great fun and even involved a little bit of white water kyacking! The kitchen was exceptionally well equipped and Drew fulfilled a long held dream of producing some authentic French cuisine for family and friends in a kitchen that lends itself to accommodating large parties - and there was plenty of room for us kitchen skivvies to help out, whilst enjoying the odd aperitif! The house and garden itself has plenty of quiet places where you could hide away for a snooze or with a book but also there always seemed to be a game of boules or table-tennis going on for the more energetic of us. Come each evening we would congregate on the covered patio for pre-dinner drinks before gathering round the wonderful dining table for Grand Dejeuner, more wine and silly games. Altogether we had brilliant week and I have a strong feeling will be back again before very long for another “fix” of French magic! With many thanks for your hospitality, Best Wishes, Roz and Drew and co.