We felt very sad that you thought our holiday home was worth only 3 stars. We thought that you were lovely guests who would visit again. Maybe we were not what you were looking for. As the information says the house is traditional Bulgarian i.e. it has beautiful oak beams throughout the downstairs and for the bedrooms you go upstairs via an external staircase. Upstairs is light and airy (so light you requested additional blackout fabric as well as the lined curtains). The house is well furnished with everything and more not at all spartan (other guests have commented on how well equipped the house is) I'm not sure what was missing. There are twin beds in both bedrooms as the information states, this gives flexibility to all of our guests, some are friends who may not want to share a bed. We push the beds together for couples who prefer this. The house is in a prosperous village, not a town, with many shops, more than most villages in Bulgaria and the front is on a main road but not so busy that the goats use it every day. And dogs bark as they do in most countries, especially in the hot weather when they are outside. The back garden with the pool is very peaceful overlooking the countryside We were on site in a separate house, this was because we had been unable to travel back to the UK, we have a motor home which we could have used to give you more privacy but you said this wasn't necessary and even said it was ok to swim in the pool whilst you were using it. (we didnt of course as we respect the privacy of all of our guests). As we were on site we were able to babysit for your children at your request. giving you an evening out together. Your son was asleep and your daughter was an absolute joy. We were also on hand to give you advice on places to visit and local amenities Maybe this isn't the type of holiday that you are used to, however, we enjoyed your company and you were fantastic guests which makes it even more disappointing that you gave only 3 stars which will impact our average ratings and future bookings.

You were fantastic guests, we hope to see you all soon.

Dear Delphine, It was a pleasure to host you and your family and would be welcome back anytime! We are so glad you had a great time. We will ensure the cupboards get an extra clean, it has been difficult this year because of the virus, we have been unable to go ourselves to ensure everything was at its very best! We look forward to seeing you again. Kindest regards Debbie and Peter

Dear Andrew, Thank you for your comments. We are so glad you enjoyed it! :) You would be welcome back any time you would like to come. Kindest regards Peter & Debbie

Dear Gleb and Family, I am glad you had a great time and I agree Bulgarian public transport is not the best and taxis are OK but not the same as your own car! You would be most welcome to return and the landscaping around the pool will have matured. Thank you for your kind word. Kindest regards Peter & Debbie

Perfect guests, we are glad you enjoyed the house and where pleased with the welome pack! Thank you and you would be welcome anytime. :)

Dear Mike, I am glad you had a great time, you were perfect geusts and would be most welcome to return anytime you wanted to. We now have a new 7x4 meter pool in the garden overlooking the valley! I hope to see you some time in the futrure. Kindest regards Peter & Debbie

Dear Greg, Thank you for your kind review. We are glad you had a good time and enjoyed the house. We have always loved the position, the house being so close to the Sea, City and the airport. Marinka being a traditional Bulgarian village means you get the authentic Bulgarian experience, with the lovely views over the valley from the back garden. There is nothing better than to sit in the back garden with a glass of wine a chicken cooking in the BBQ and watch the sun set.

Dear Jean, Thank you for your review! You are welcome to visit our home anytime, perhaps next time you can try the pool! When we visit in October we will ensure we install a coffee machine (even tho we are English and prefer tea!) so you will feel even more at home next time you visit! :)