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i would be interested to know what websites you get your french clients from.we have tried many and still find we have to rely on the british guests to make the figures. last year we went on homelidays,clevances ects and hardly any takers.we have had some french,and Belgium and they have been fantastic,thanks for your comments.

we have owned 3 gites now for over 7 years.next year we will be putting in place an optional towel and linen hire.last year replacement pool and personal towels cost us 300 euros.bear in mind thats 12 people using towels on each change.we charge a damage deposit,but have found that in some cases that the damage and breakages cost is taken in full. we have just had people stay for 2 weeks.and the damage deposit has only just covered the ruined towells.without being too graphic they had used them as toilet paper. sorry folks this is the real world,its not their home they have paid for it for their holiday and they will do what they like with it. respect happens,but sadly not for all guests.if youthink the english treat Gites like Hotels or expect them to be so then you have to pay for it-the end!

Dave,i think you are so funny,you should write a book. my experiences with guests are interesting,but no way as good as yours. i would like to kill or stab them too,but you have got a way of telling em!! keep it up it keeps my spirits up and i cant stop laughing. all the best sharon