On our way back from a holiday in the Languedoc, we couldn't resist stopping off for our last night at the Manoir de Bois-en-Ardres. It was a wonderful end to our trip. As usual, Francoise and Thierry gave us a warm and enthusiastic welcome, and we were chaperoned to our favourite room (Sousbois). The gardens looked at their spring-time best. At breakfast, it was a delight to be amongst so many other regular guests, who were also stopping of en route to/from the UK. In fact, we were all 'old-timers' on this occasion. The good selection of home made breads, brioche, jams and yoghurt were delicious, and the selection of cheeses was very tasty. There was also fresh fruit, baguettes, pain d'epices and as much freshly-made steaming coffee as we could drink. It is beyond me how anyone could criticise such an abundant, fresh feast. Already looking forward to our next trip to the Manoir in mid-July.

We chose this place following reviews on Trip Advisor, and were not disappointed. We were offered a choice of two rooms, and chose the light painted one. We especially appreciated a bottle of water , and tea/coffee facilities. Facilities in our room and en suite were clean, if basic, but for an overnight stop, just perfect.
The welcome from the owners could not have been warmer, and we had a beautiful and copious breakfast the following morning. We were also recommended an excellent restaurant in Ardres. The price for our overnight stay was very good indeed.

We arrived at 5pm and were met at the gate by Thierry who was emptying the bins - he told us his wife was in the garden. Françoise was in the overgrown garden of a detached 'cottage' but she ignored our arrival. Thierry returned and booked us in to 'Sous Bois' in the ‘cottage’ There are two rooms in the cottage, the other being "Coquelicot". All the windows were open despite it being cool for August and the room felt and smelt damp. The cottage is surrounded by trees and this affords little light and would account for the damp atmosphere. There was no heating - probably because of the time of year - though it would have been welcome. The bed was hard and felt cold and the furniture was cheap but cheerfully shabby chic. There is no wi fi and no TV in the room and the teamaking facility is poorly stocked and no coffee.
Breakfast in the main building was a friendly affair where guests chat to each other. Home made yoghurt, one small homemade bun and a couple of small slices of bread was the only fresh bread on offer and the homemade quince jam and pear puree was not to everyone’s taste. This was a poor breakfast compared to the many B&B's we have stayed in the past - admittedly these have been in the Ardeche and Provence region. The main house and garden were attractive and we did spend a pleasant hour there when the sun finally came out. I would only recommend this B&B to guests staying in the main building where inexplicably the rooms are cheaper.

We stayed for the first time in Le Manoir de Bois en Ardres on our way to, and back from, London, one night each time. As soon as you arrive you feel well: wonderful setting, welcoming hosts, beautiful rooms, comfortable beds, delicious breakfast with a variety of homemade products. We will certainly return and warmly recommend this B&B, both as a stopover (only 20 min to the Calais ferry port) and as a place from which to discover the area. Good restaurants in nearby Ardres (La Griotte for a good meal or La Frégate, practical with children).