““I don’t think I ever thanked you for the most wonderful week with you at La Maison Rose. Everyone agreed it was the highlight of our whole trip. You took great care of us, especially me with my back!

Great food and wonderful walks. We recommend you to everyone.””
— Peter and friends, Aus, Sept 2023
““I would like to thank you for a wonderful experience. The walks were spectacular, the accommodation, food, wine etc. were excellent. Everything was so well organised and the attention to detail made it so perfect. It’s the little things like tea and biscuits after the walks, the choice for packed lunch etc. and the warmth and friendliness of the place that makes such a difference.

Thanks for all your help and kindness. I have, and will continue, to recommend your holidays.””
— Mary, Ireland, Sept 2023
““I’m so pleased we booked and finally got here, it has been wonderful. Everything we have loved – the walks, the mountains, wildflowers, food etc!!”

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— Suellen and Libby, Aus, June 2023.
““Just wanted to thank you so much for our fantastic stay. We had a such a perfect week. Every aspect was superb and we shall be recommending you to all our friends.

Also many thanks to you for dealing with my dietary requirements with no fuss. Much appreciated. You have given me confidence to venture abroad again.

Very many thanks.”

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— John and Angela, UK, June 2023.
““Fabulous location, scenery, food, hospitality, accommodation, walking etc. Thank you.””
— Angela, Aus, June 2023.
““Ben and I had a most wonderful holiday. Edith took us calmly and kindly to see such amazing places and things. The trips were remarkably well planned and her local knowledge was much appreciated.

Staying at La Maison Rose was a delight. Comfy and very clean rooms.
Excellent meals. And the best hospitality.””
— Georgina, UK, May 2023.
““Thank you for your caring hospitality, you made our stay memorable and comfortable in every way. Beautiful house and wonderful food. Mille grazie.”

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— Armida and Margaret, Aus, Sept 2023.
““Within 30 minutes of arrival we relaxed, our generous and kind hosts looked after us to perfection. We have loved exploring this beautiful and unspoilt region of France and will definitely return one day. Thank you.””
— Josie and Sean, UK, July 2023.
““Everything was perfect, hosts, guide, weather and other guests, great rooms food and picnics. Sorry having to leave.””
— Elke, UK, Oct 2023.
““Thanking you for an AMAZING holiday, the evening meals were just fantastic cuisine and a joy to eat, we have had a great week.” ”
— Tony and Lisa, UK, Sept 2023.
““Thank you so much for looking after me so well while I was staying with you. You gave such pleasure with your comfortable hotel, lovely garden and delicious food.
I hope to see you in a couple of years for the villages tour.””
— Margaret, UK, June 2023.
““Many, many thanks for another glorious week. I am sure you must realise how much we all enjoy every aspect of our holidays with Rustic Trails.””
— Judi, UK
““We really enjoyed the week and will do what we can to spread the word. Our friends are green with envy!””
— D and J Jupe, Tasmania
““The ultimate in comfort, cuisine and care for our every need. A wonderful week, thanks to you both and to Philippe. We enjoyed every minute of it, and greatly appreciated the care you took to anticipate and look after our every need””
— A and H Leaver, UK
““My holiday still shines in my memory. I hope the rest of the season goes well for you. Many thanks for a truly excellent holiday””
— J Ingham, UK
““Fabulous holiday walking amongst countless beautiful flowers. Superb food and wonderful hosts, we can’t wait to return””
— P and B Ray Smith, UK
““What can we say? Simply superb in every respect””
— H and F Abplanalp, Switzerland
““We had very high expectations for this, our second visit, and they were all met. The food was superb, the walking a delight, we were guided brilliantly. But above all we revelled in the warm and thoughtful hospitality. Thank you for everything””
— M Brock, P Jarman, Australia
““A little note to say thank you for your hospitality. I had a great time even with all those Brits (just joking!!)””
— B Grange, Australia
““Self guided week, wonderful walks, sound advice and suggestions ensured a great variety. Amazing bird watching experiences, superb accommodation and food. Feel very lucky to have found this, many thanks”

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— Felicity & Mick, Scotland
““Food 100 percent, walks 100 percent, guide 100 percent, accomm 100 percent. What else can we say! Hosts 100 percent. Lovely week thank you”

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— Barry & Chris, Australia
““Many thanks again for a memorable time walking in the mountains and lots of delicious food. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and hope to visit again”

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— Mike and Jackie, England
““Thank you for a really delightful stay. We loved the welcome, the hotel, the animals, the gourmet meals, the charming Philippe and the wonderful flora and fauna while walking in your magnificent mountains. We are enthusing to our walking friends”

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— Tony & Linda, England
““We looked forward to revisiting the region and were not disappointed. The perfect balance of walking, wildlife and wonderful food as well as good company. Thank you.”

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— Graham & Caroline,UK
““What a fantastic holiday! The best ever for orchids and wild flowers. The food was wonderful, especially the veggie options, and the advice for walks etc really spot on. The pool was the icing on the cake.”
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— John & Rosemary,UK
““Just a line to say thank you. Of all the holidays we have taken this will always be one of the most special. Your welcome and hospitality were much appreciated, we felt like part of a family. The accommodation and cuisine were excellent. The walks with Philippe were always interesting and stimulating, without being too strenuous. Many thanks to him also for copying his brilliant photographs, as an aide memoire. How fortunate we are to have been introduced to such a beautiful part of France.”

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— Inge & Kim, England
““I’m still trying to come down to earth after enjoying such a super week in the Drome - great company, superb food, wonderful scenery. Philippe’s knowledge of all things flora and fauna plus local history was a lovely introduction to the area for me. I shall hope to return again next year with or without my friends. Thank you for a truly memorable week.”

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— E Hinton, England
““Birthdays are magnificent at La Maison Rose! Many thanks for a super holiday, see you next year.”

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— Ivy, Scotland
““Many thanks for giving us an excellent holiday.. The warmth of your hospitality, sumptuous food and spectacular setting made for a winning combination.”

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— David and David, UK.
““Fantastic food and wonderful walks. A great holiday.”

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— D Hare, England.
““Just a quick e-mail to thank you for your amazing hospitality. We really enjoyed our week and are still missing the Drome, and your fantastic cooking. We hope to return in the next few years and we will certainly recommend you to all our friends.”

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— C & C Hall, England
““We have been singing your praises to all our friends, hopefully they might sample your holidays in the future. Just to say your cuisine was the best we have ever had anywhere, consistently throughout the whole week.”

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— G & J Kinchington, England.
““Many thanks for another excellent break with the ‘Wildlife and Flowers Week’. Your welcome and hospitality were, once again, absolutely marvellous, with superb food, wine and convivial company.”

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— P Cross, UK.
““You are a wonderful team, everything is just lovely, you know how to give everyone a wonderful time.”

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— H Westrup, UK.
““Many thanks for a wonderful week. Your hospitality could not be faulted; the food was superb, the tea was English, the wine ever-flowing, the room comfortable, the house lovely.... you get the drift - we quite enjoyed it. We also much enjoyed the walks; the flowers were better than anything we have seen elsewhere, and over the years we have seen quite a lot of elsewhere. Philippe was an excellent leader: patient, knowledgeable and with a lovely sense of humour.”

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— C & A O' Connor Thompson, UK.
““A wonderful time - the food, the company, the walks, but especially the hosts. Thank you both so much for a very special week.”
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— D & J Christie, England
““Thank you for making us so welcome, we felt completely at home. The food and hospitality are fantastic. The holiday has been everything we hoped it would be, we will definitely recommend you.”

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— N & A Kennelly, UK.
““We had a fabulous holiday, certainly among the best we have ever had.”
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— G & G Wilson, UK
““Many thanks for a truly fantastic week, one of the best holidays I have ever had. The scenery was so breathtakingly beautiful, I had not expected anything quite so dramatic.”

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— D Londish, Australia.
““Our first visit was seven years ago, this one was even better. We loved the beauty, the walking, the food and comfort, especially the care. Thank you!”

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— S Thompson, J Beavan, UK
““Thank you for a wonderful relaxing holiday. We loved every minute. A lovely guest house in a fantastic quiet area of France. We could not have been better looked after. The food was wonderful and it was great that you understood the diet and were able to provide wonderful alternatives when required. What more could we ask for, great location, wonderful food, amusing, knowledgeable guide, a cup of tea on our return each day. We will be back for more.”

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— Bernie & Roger, UK
““We had a wonderful week. Your hospitality was first class with superb food and excellent accommodation. The fact that we wish to return next year speaks for itself.”

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— D & M Lapham, UK.