Rick & Penny are great hosts. Attentive, thoughtful, welcoming & accommodating. They were really helpful, on hand when we had an enquiry but also discreet & left us to it to enjoy the peace & quiet. Being gluten-free & vegan, we often have to pass on welcome packs. They prepared gf & vegan goodies for us including bread, milk, butter, yoghurt & fruit. Nothing was too much trouble. The accommodation has the traditional French rustic charm but warm & comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped so we were able to cook easily & made use of the range of herbs & spices available. The private garden area is perfect for enjoying a cuppa in the morning & watching the local flora & fauna…aka their sheep who like to break loose! :-) We thoroughly enjoyed our stay & endeavour to return one day.
Hey, I’m Ricky!
Vegan · La Creuse · Joined in June 2021
Myself and Penny are a happy go lucky couple, who about 7'ish years ago realised that eating animals and using animal products is weird.
My Lifestyle
We live with our rescue animals and treat each day as a new learning adventure. Growing vegetables, building fences, making furniture and trying to do our best.
Fun Facts About Me
I once beat a Ballon d'or winner at chess, I've delivered twins in a bathroom, I've cooked for Royalty...to name a couple.
Hobbies & Interests
Cycling, Running, Yoga, Open Water Swimming. Trying to make wine. Cooking. Paddle Boarding.
Favourite Books, Music & Movies
Love a cheesy Rom-com not so keen on sci-fi
Languages Spoken
English/French
Education
Degree and Masters
Where I Work
From home
Companion Animals
Dogs, Cats, Chickens, Sheep, Geese
Favorite Quote
Jiminy Cricket "Always let your conscience be your guide"
Reviews (27)
- September 2022
Awesome. I wish for more and more vegan people opening their place. There was VEGAN butter in the fridge ! And choices of vegan milks ! It felt like home from the beginning. First client of the year, I was even able to choose my room, top one because of the cool wonky stairs. Old house with lovely, good choices of decoration. Food was awesome too, I discovered food I did not know. Good advice from the hosts too. And I went on a walk with a host and the dogs, lovely way to start the day ! If I ever come back to this side of France, I'll come to this house, again. Already recommended to friends. They have a website with some useful info also.
March 2024
NeilRicky's place was amazing. The location is tranquil, surrounded by beautiful gardens, woods and a river. Very friendly cats and dogs and the facilities were fantastic too (pool table/kitchen/shower). Great to be among like minded people. Would love to come back
July 2024from Airbnb
