Rewards for 'Granny Nannies'!
Since such a high percentage of BFB users include at least one grandparent, often brought along, in part, to help with childcare duties and maybe allow Mum and Dad a rare night out together, BFB has rounded up a host of rewards from property owners to help show appreciation for the 'Granny Nannies' out there!
Participating properties are (please quote 'BFB Granny Nanny Offer' when booking:
FRANCE:
Artagnan is particularly well set up for families bringing grandparents along since it has a separate downstairs double bedroom with ensuite and private access to the courtyard, allowing for extra privacy. Owners Tim and Razia Coleman are offering a free massage, box of handmade chocolates and bottle of Armagnac as a reward for dedicated Grandparents travelling to Artagnan with their families in October 2008.
Bois Bourdet is offering a complimentary massage to all Grannies staying with families at their gites between 1 Oct - 22 Dec, 2008.
La Cour aux Bourgeois, La Domaine de la Tour and 4 Rue de la Dive are offering a free gourmet meal to the entire family on arrival night and a free reflexology session for Granny. La Cour aux Bourgeois is also offering a second adjoining gite at half price for accompanying Grandparents who might like a little space of their own. Both offers are valid on stays from 1 Oct to 31 March, excluding Christmas and New Year. Attractions that might interest Grandparents are the historic sites of Bayeux and all the Normandy landing beaches (tours can be arranged).
UK:
Pollaughan Farm Cottages, Trevanna Barns & North Bradbury Farm are all generously offering a gourmet farmhouse meal delivered to the cottage for babysitting Grandparents whilst parents enjoy a night out. Valid for stays from 1 Oct - 22 Dec, 2008.
Bosinver Farm Cottages is offering flowers and wine for babysitting grandparents, staying with families from 1 October - 22 Dec, 2008. Be sure to quote 'BFB Granny Nanny Offer' when booking.
Clydey Cottages & Coastal Retreats are offering a complimentary facial/massage for all Grannies staying with families in their cottages between 1 October - 22nd Dec, 2008.
Spain:
Incredibly popular, Caserio del Mirador can offer neighbouring apartments so everyone has privacy and Grandparents can take time out to relax in peace, or alternatively, take little ones in for breakfast and allow Mum and Dad a rare lie-in! They are offering a free massage as a reward for Granny Nannies travelling with families between 1 October -22 December.
August Bank Hol Week - £575 for 4!
A cancellation has meant the August Bank Holiday Week (22nd - 29th) is now free at Serafina Cottage (sleeps 4) and available at £575 for the week. Read our verdict and make a booking enquiry by clicking on the image. Also available is Fri 12-19 Sept £499.
July 28 - Aug 1 £1,849!
Idyllically set Big Barn’s rustic exterior hides a quintessential party pad interior with a rock'n'roll mix of glamorous antiques, cool contemporary furnishings and funky Banksy-style art. It's perfect for glamorous group getaways but also very well suited to those with babies and toddlers in tow thanks to its long list of equipment, acres of outside space, and 22-metre open-plan kitchen/dining/living space which provides both maximum sociability and high visibility for parents of toddlers and crawlers. It sleeps 10 + 2 (plus cots) and can be rented at the discounted rate sof £1,849 for Mon - Fri July 28 - Aug 1, & £2,400 Aug 1-8 thanks to special BFB introductory discounts!
Click on the image for more details and to make a booking enquiry.
Introductory Offer - Save 25%
Available from August 2nd, 'Hoy Cottage' is an architect-designed conversion of a charming 3-bedroom seaside cottage in trendy Whitstable on the Kent Coast. No expense has been spared in the renovation which has seen multi zone music system and mood lighting incorporated into a light, bright contemporary decor scheme, plus an exceptionally comprehensive list of baby and todldler gear. New to the market, the owners are offering BFB users a fantastic 25% off week-long rentals booked by July 31st and for stays until September 30th, 2008. Discounted rates are £1,100 per week (sleeps 6 plus cot). For more details or to make a booking enquiry, click on the image.
Late Avail for July, Aug & Sept at Boutique Barns
Stunningly set, with fabulously indugent and stylish interiors, plus first-class facilities, Trevenna Barns has the following late availability for this Summer. Take BFB's advice and snap it up fast, once discovered, we think these boutique barns will be booked solidly with repeat guests from next year! Click the property names to view more details and make a booking enquiry.
Wagon House (sleeps 2): 25th August for 4 nights total cost £480/21st September for 5 nights £500
Shippon sleeps (4/5): 23rd August for 6 nights cost £1070/ 31st August for 5 nights £650/ 7th September for 5 nights £650/ 15th September for 4 nights £520/ 19th September for up to 7 nights £130 per night.
Stable or Granary (both sleeps 4): 23rd August for 6 nights cost £1000/ 31st August for 5 nights £650/ 7th September for 5 nights £650/15th September for 4 nights £520/19th September for up to 7 nights £130 per night
Threshing Barn (sleeps 8-10): 27th July for 5 nights cost £1500/15th August for 7 nights cost £2250/25th August for 4 nights cost £1285/31st August for 5 nights cost £1500/7th September for 5 nights cost £1500/15th September for 4 nights cost £1200
Luxury Townhouse Steps from Spa - Save 20 percent in July
26 Dart Marina (sleeps 4): Luxury water-side living with lovely views, terrace, 'room-service' from renowned restaurant and free use of the luxury Dart Marina Health Spa with indoor pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, gym and relaxation area plus 10% off treatments!
Save 20% off this and neighbouring properties (all sleep 4) for stays in July
Click image to read BFB's verdict and make a booking enquiry.
Luxury Villa (slps 12) - Save 40 percent!
Monastero Sant'Ansovino (sleeps 12) is the ultimate luxury villa escape for a large family or several families together but at these amazing prices, its an affordable indulgence for even a small family. Rates are discounted by a massive 40%, as follows:
July 19 - 26 Price 2,970 Euros/week - originally 4,950
July 6- Aug 2 Price 2,970 Euros/week -originally 4,950
Aug 23 - 30 Price 2,970 Euros/week -originally 4,950
Housekeeper/babysitter/cook available from 10-15 euros per hour.
Click on the image to read BFB's review and make a booking request.
Save 20-30 percent Off 18 July Hols at Hillfield
Save 30% off selected Hillfield Country Estate properties w/c 18th July: Keepers Lodge now only £1500, save £645, Vantage Point and Court Lodge (pictured) now only £1750 each, save £780 . And 20% off Court Cottages now only £785. Click on the names to view properties and make a booking enquiry.
July 28 from £595
Handy for Bath and Longleat, By the Byre Cottages (4xadjoining 2-bed cottages) are filling up fast but have availability for 5nts or 7nts from July 28th. Rentals £695 or £595. Click image for more info or to make a booking enquiry
Good Wine, Good Food, Boutique Chateau - £375 for 5 All-In!
Indian Summer or not, there's little to be an Autumn break at Chateau Grand Pierre's 2-bed (sleeps 5) Guest House with copious amounts of good food, good wine, acres of space to roam and loads of baby and toddler-friendly gear - you may even get to join in the harvest and hand pick the grapes! NEW! Autumn Short Break Special: 3 night half board weekend (fri-mon) at £500 (extra nights at £100 per night) or 3 night half board midweek stay (mon-thurs or tues-friday) for £375. Croissants, pain au chocolate, baguette, yoghurts etc. for breakfast. Steaming pots of beef bourgignon, pot roast chicken, apple tarts & creme anglais for supper, all washed down with lots of Chateau Grand Pierre. Available Oct 1 - March 1. Week-long stays £750 including arrival night meal and first breakfast. Excludes Christmas & New Year.
Coastal Chic for Summer
Coastal Retreats - A collection of classy conversions of fisherman's cottages strung along the breathakingly beautiful Northumberland National Park. Has the following late availability: (short breaks and other options available use enquiry form to check)
Seafarers Cottage (sleeps 7) available w/c July 18 at £1,155.
Glebe Cottage (sleeps 4) available w/c July 25 at £1,100
The Plaice (sleeps 6) available: w/c June 20 at £999, w/c 11 or 18 July or 8 August at £1250, 25-28 July for £950 and w/c 5,12,19 & 26 Sept at £999 (£900 26 Sept).
Fisherman's Retreat (sleeps 6) available: 23-27 June for £700, w/c 27 June or 4 July for £895, w/c 18 July for 1,175 or w/c 19 Sept for £895
Moo House (sleeps 10) - available: June/20 Jun/5 Sept/19 Sept for £1600.
Click the names to view BFB's verdict and making a booking.
Super-Stylish From £54ppn
The totally stunning 'Mill at Mesmear' (sleeps 6 adults & 4 children plus cots with housekeeper/cook) has some rare avaialbility and some great prices - act fast! -Special Offer: w/c 27th June & 4th July are now available at £4,000 ie: £71pp per night including breakfast, tea and a 3 course dinner including wine. Or £3,000 i.e. £54ppn self-catering.
Ideal Gift for New Parents
Riverdale House Gift Vouchers are the ideal gift to spoil a new mum. For £60 Riverdale offer a brilliant family package that includes kids supper (menu can be agreed in advance and include items for weaning babies), an evening of babysitting so mum and dad can remember what it was like to go out for a meal, and, best of all, two hours babysitting from 6.30 or 7 in the morning so parents can enjoy the forgotton art of the lie-in!
BFB sent SKY TV presenter Juliet Errington to try it out and here's what she said: “It was fantastic! The pre-arrival questionnaire on my baby’s eating preferences, routine and even favourite lullabies inspired such confidence that I felt totally relaxed enjoying a rare meal out without baby in tow. It really felt like a proper break.”
Use the enquiry form on the Riverdale House page to order the vouchers. Accommodation is extra and from £75-£120 per room per night.
Baby-Friendly Boltholes vouchers are also available on our 'BFB Buys' page (see link on right column of homepage). These can be used to pay for any of the holidays featured on the BFB website and come with a free copy of our BFB Pocket Guide.
