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• We had a wonderful holiday in France. La Grange was everything we had  imagined from the photos and more - the location is truly special, I loved opening the kitchen doors each morning and stepping outside to drink in the view. It was such a delight to sit on the terrace or in  the meadow, we found it hard to tear ourselves away from the tranquility to go sightseeing. The barn too is beautiful, we really appreciated its spaciousness, simplicity and the quality of the furnishings, it is a lovely place to live in.
  The surrounding area has great charm and, as you said, there is no shortage of things to do - during the week we walked to St Julien from the barn, canoed for 15 kilometres from St Julien to Vitrac and swam in the Dordogne just down the road near the railway bridge. We also went to the markets in Fajoles and Sarlat, the gardens at Marqueyssac and Eyrignac and spent a lovely evening exploring Rocamadour. Not to mention eating at the charming new outdoor restaurant in St J, excellent pizzas also in St J and regional fare in Carlux at the restaurant run by the Halles des Paysans. We had numerous other things on our to do list as well as reading our books, sketching and writing but ran out of time to do them all.
  A.Richardson and Family, UK

• Just to let you know that we had a lovely time at the Barn. Fab house. We had brilliant weather for the week as well.
  Thanks for all the information you provided. We hope to return to the Barn again. 
  Mary and Ian D., UK

• We are now back home after spending a very pleasant fortnight at the 
  Barn. You really have done it up very nicely and it is in the most 
  charming location. There was nothing to disturb the calm...... 
  Aurore and Carmen were both very friendly and helpful.  P. and M. 
  Dean, UK
• "We were absolutely flabbergasted when we arrived. The house is 
  fantastic!
  This is truly  the best house we have ever rented. You have very good 
  taste! The house was so clean, we did not think anyone had used it before us."
  J. Van Santen, Oregon

• Peter and I loved your home and the beautiful part of the country that surrounds it. We had a fabulous week and hated to leave. We loved eating outside in the evenings and watching the bats come out. We loved the nightly visits from the deer . We had a lovely paddle on the river and enjoyed exploring several different farmers markets. We took some nice walks and visited five of the area gardens. The place was clean as a whistle and we found the space very comfortable.
  Pam and Peter, Cape Cod USA
  
  
• If I find myself with spare time and money, I will happily go back to the barn later this year!
  D.L., UK
  
  
• We had a truly glorious time at your barn. The structure itself was just right for us with our friends; the hints about where to buy delicious things to eat so helpful; the setting, the walks, the exciting surroundings. It was all just right and we all want to return someday!!
  You did a huge amount to make us comfortable and we appreciate it all.
  I did want you to know that we loved our stay in your barn and appreciated everything you did to make it available and comfortable for us.
  Sarah and Geoff
  
  
• Sitting outside the barn on a warm night with the sound of the crickets, the owls and bats beats any restaurant terrace - it is heaven.
  Rachel and Greg
  
  
• We loved the barn. The design of your  renovation has kept the space open, yet with discrete areas that allow people space to follow different activities. The kitchen was a pleasure to use and plenty big enough to let everyone get involved. Sitting on the West terrace toasting the sundown, then switching on the walnut tree light and starwatching will be a favourite memory. The bats leaving the roof space was a great nightly show. On a more mundane note, the powerful shower was a wonderful bonus! We came to chill out, catch up, and follow our various interests. The accommodation and the area were perfect. 
  Somehow we managed to be incredibly lazy (at the barn), and yet pack in memorable jaunts out. The area is beautiful simply to be in and also offers enough to satisfy many interests. Whether you like looking at interesting buildings, birdwatching, gardens, spectacular views, photography, the prehistoric caves and geology, canoeing, cycling or walking, there's no shortage of things to do. Even if all of those things leave you cold, there's always the food and drink.
  Aurore was very helpful and pleasant, although we didn't need to bother her as your suggestions and instructions were very clear.
  Many thanks for a very enjoyable holiday,
  Juliet, Jen and Janine.
  
  
• We had a great time at the barn, thanks very much...very relaxing in such beautiful surroundings.
  You have done a wonderful job in restoring the place so faithfully and creating such a tranquil atmosphere.
  There were days when time more or less seemed to stand still, which was just what was needed after a fairly intensive period at work.
  In fact, the most memorable part of the holiday was probably just sitting on the patio looking over the valley.
  We did some of the traditional holidaymaking things (trips to Sarlat, Beynac, Lascaux, Milandes, etc) and enjoyed them all very much, but the best thing was just the opportunity to slow down for a few days -
  (I am a journalist and Gini is an artist...and very covetous of the barn's potential as a live-in studio).
  Many thanks for the arrangements and the advice and for allowing us to share your special piece of France.
  Chris and Gini, Ile of Jersey
  

• SEDATE, SPACIOUS, SOPHISTICATED
  Tastefully restored by an American graphic designer, the kitchen incorporates the original "mangeoires" and is a brilliant mix of antique furniture and top of the line stainless steel appliances.
  The big stone fireplace is an invitation to settle in and open the "reserve des Czars" from Chateau Eugenie in the Lot, after a day, for example, in Rocammadour, a splendid ancient sacred site seen best in morning light, if not seen illuminated in the early evening.
  All of which is really best off season! Which is now!
  
  
• Our two evenings of stay at Leslee's Barn on the Lot/Dordogne border were a very relaxing and calming experience. As architects we also appreciated the aesthetic quality of the restoration she had done. Watching the sunset as we sat on the terrace and sipped our wine with the rolling landscape around to look at, was really idyllic.
  Taking walks, going into the village, trips to nearby sights were all great. We hope to return for
  a longer stay with family.
  N+M B., Istanbul
  
  
• I stayed at the Barn in the Dordogne last year. On arrival, the lunch table was laid on the terrace - local cheeses and meats, crusty, baguettes and colourful salads - and I thought it had to be one of the prettiest spots on earth. Inside the house things got even better, and the romance of this place has to be seen to be believed.
  As you go upstairs to bed in your cosy loft room. you have a spectacular view of the hills.The bathrooms are unique and light, but it is the living spaces that are truly spectacular.
  There is no skimping on space and, where other rooms could have been
  created to sleep more people, the owner has instead kept the length and height.
  The feel of the big barn in the Dordogne with its huge fireplace remains entirely in tact. A kitchen / dining room is the ultimate farmhouse kitchen opening out on to the terrace with its wonderful sunset views.
  It is clear that this place has been renovated by a designer who loves it. It is infused with her knowledge, respect and passion. I highly recommend it.
  R.P. Bedoin, France
  
  
• A beautifully restored stone barn in a spectacular setting in the french countryside to spend a week or a month!
  EL
  
  
• Leslee, your transformation has been followed with great interest, from the rough stages attention to detail - in the kitchen and bath, and surrounding the generous hearth. And the view - more inspiration!
  MDC
  
  
• Your kitchen is a dream to cook in! What a great renovation. We had so much fun when we were all chopping, sipping wine and laughing together. It was a very special reunion.
  BSA.
  
  
• The house is amazing. Large, open, full of air and light. Waking up each morning and opening the shutters to the incredible views will stand out in my memory for a long time.
  JS
  
  
• This was a very special experience. I would and will recommend it to anyone who asks.
  
  
• I liked the fact that there was plenty of space for privacy, yet large communal areas for socializing. It worked really well as a rental for two couples traveling together.
  
  
• The spaces were really majestic without being overwhelming. A really wonderful renovation with soul. Looking forward to a return.
  JA.
  
  
• From the moment we arrived at La Grange, the artfully renovated French stone barn, there was magic in the air. We felt a warm welcome just walking into the house. Taking in the expansive view and scents of the oudtoors. I felt my painter's eye awakening.
  KAS.