About Your Hosts – Debbie & Terry
Home is something Debbie and Terry create wherever they go.
Originally from England, they’ve lived all over the world – Cyprus, Australia, France, the United States – collecting memories, stories, and quirky treasures along the way. Every ornament on a shelf, every framed photo, every little trinket has a past life and a passport stamp.
What started as a love of renovating old spaces slowly became a passion project:
turning forgotten buildings into warm, welcoming homes filled with character.
When they found this 400-year-old stone cottage in the French countryside, they instantly saw its potential. With patience (and more than a few dust-covered days), they restored it lovingly – keeping the original charm while adding modern comforts.
Debbie is the heart of hospitality… She loves cooking for guests and experimenting with flavours from around the world. Her famous paella is a tradition among friends, and evenings often end around the outdoor wood-fired pizza oven, with good wine, good conversation, and the smell of dough crisping in the air.
Terry is the maker and the problem solver – the one who sees what could be, rather than what is. From the reclaimed beams to the handmade garden touches, his craftsmanship is in every corner of the property.
Together, they believe that travel should feel like coming home.
“We don’t just offer a place to stay – we share a place that’s been built with stories, memories, and love.”
— Debbie & Terry
They can’t wait to welcome you to Sunflower Cottage – to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy the simple beauty of countryside living.
Why guests fall in love with this place
- A restored 17th-century French gîte packed with character
- Peaceful rural setting — birdsong, big skies, no rush
- Hot tub
- Cool in summer, wood burner warmth in winter
- Couples, solo travellers, or small families all welcome
📍 Ideally located for exploring the Loire Valley
While the cottage feels wonderfully secluded, it’s perfectly placed for days out:
- Le Mans — legendary racetrack & 24-hour endurance event (about 45 mins)
- La Flèche Zoo — one of France’s most renowned zoos (about 10 mins)
- Saumur — elegant Loire Valley town (about 50 mins)
- Famous for sparkling wine production (Crémant de Loire)
- Surrounded by vineyards, châteaux, river walks, and troglodyte caves
Whether you’re wine tasting, exploring historic towns, or simply unwinding in the garden with a book, this is the perfect base to slow down and exhale.
🌼 A place to reconnect
Here, mornings start with birdsong.
Evenings end with soft light, good wine, and long conversations.
And somewhere in between, life feels lighter.
Come as guests. Leave restored.
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