Copyright - Grahame Shaw 2020
and a few from the last couple of
seasons
“ Idyllic house and garden in rural Gascony
The house is set in a beautiful garden with
magnificent trees overlooked by nearly all of
the bedrooms. When you walk across the
lawn, the scent of pine is wonderful. The
swimming pool was brilliant for the children
and the house itself is very spacious and
easy to live in. We ate very well both from
local markets and out. The bread is
incredible. It's a great base if you want
somewhere to wind down and play games -
if you want a bit more activity, you have to
go out and find it. Our favourites were going
to the Pyrenees (2 hours away) and a local
'museum', which is a reconstruction of a
forest community/farm called Ecomuseum
de La Grande Lande Marquèze. You have to
catch a hundred-year-old train to get into
the heart of the forest. It was incredible -
they even had a bakery on site (more
delicious bread!). The owners Grahame and
Diana were very hospitable and considerate.
We think this is a real find if you want to get
away from it all.
Mr and Mrs C.McL - UK “
“ What a fantastic place, it's hard to say goodbye........." UK
" Three weeks spent without looking at a watch - Bliss......" UK
“ Lovely tranquil setting. Perfect hosts. The house is lovely......... " Canada
“ A wonderful two weeks in a glorious part of France.... The first time I walked into the Place
Royale is something I shall remember for a very long time...... " UK
“ Our third visit and a wonderful three weeks, Thank you Grahame and Diana for being the
perfect hosts........." UK
“ Lovely peaceful part of France. Wonderful house and garden for children....two weeks simply
isn't long enough....." UK
“ What a wonderful week chez Lasgraves.....Thank you for your warm welcome, helpful
suggestions and recommendations.... We have some great memories......" Australia
“ Wonderful time - one and all ! Lovely peaceful setting satisfying all our requirements. Many
thanks to you both"......U.K
“ What a wonderful week we've spent here at Lasgraves. We've enjoyed the serenity, local
wines and meeting the locals -had a lovely morning at the village fete - photo opportunities
were exceptional - made to feel so welcome - Thank You. .....Australia
“ Quiet . Peace. Cycling on the track to the village.....Black night skies with shooting stars and
all the constellations to wonder at.....but much time with books, long family lunches in the
garden ....We hope you enjoy your time here as much as we have............UK
A recommendation is worth a thousand words or photo's they say
Here are some comments from our Guest Book over
the last 22 years
Reviews
I would like to thank Diana and Grahame for
being such lovely hosts. The drink on arrival
was so much appreciated. Lovely to chat.
The GITE is very spacious, with a well
equipped kitchen. Parking and the large
garden was ideal. The pool was well looked
after and very clean. We loved the evenings
on the patio and the amazing quiet. It was
so peaceful. Easy trip to and from Bergerac
airport. We had a glorious day in Biarritz as
we went on a Sunday and arrived by 10am it
was an easy journey in and out left to come
back at 16:00. Our 23 year daughter loved
the Gite and chats with the owners. We had
two wonderful cycling days on the green
lane which runs through the property.
Sad it was only a week.
Mr and Mrs T.H. - UK
7 of us stayed in this beautiful holiday home this
August. We had two glorious weeks of hot
weather, relaxing by the pool and eating al
fresco in tranquil French countryside.
The house is immaculate, well equipped,
comfortable and spacious. The garden is huge
with plenty of space to find your own bit of
peace a quiet while the kids play in the pool.
However, without, doubt, the best thing about
holidaying in Lasgraves are the lovely owners,
Grahame and Diana, who were on hand to make
us feel welcome and just added that extra bit of
holiday magic that really made it so memorable.
Mr and Mrs S.D. and family - UK
We had a wonderful week at Lasgraves this
August. Such a peaceful, beautiful setting
and just what we all needed to relax after a
few stressful months.
The house is light and spacious and the pool
was perfect. Grahame and Diane couldn't
have been more welcoming and helpful. All
in all a lovely holiday - thank you.
Mrs C.B and family - UK
We had 2 amazing weeks at Las Graves in July/August 2018 and it was fantastic. To say it was
relaxing is a massive understatement. Relaxing by the pool in the hot French sun sipping the local
wines and eating local produce was just what the doctor ordered. Las Graves is rural so a car is a
must, however there is a track that runs by the house that is flat and goes straight into the village if
you fancy a walk (about 3km).
The location was excellent, we visited Spain and Lourdes whilst we were there, both being about a 90
minute drive.
Graham and Dianna were marvellous throughout. From the warm welcome with a nice bottle of wine
right through to our departure they were both attentive without being intrusive.
We have had many holidays in France at various locations but I can say without doubt that this was
my favourite location of them all. The tranquility was amazing.
A great 2 weeks which we will definitely be experiencing again in the future. Thank you Graham and
Dianna, see you soon.
Mr R.H and Family, UK.