Location: Ste. Colombe de Duras, Aquitaine, France, Europe (85 KM from Bordeaux, 38 KM from Bergerac)
Accommodations: Farmhouse, 4 Bedrooms + Loft, 3 Baths (Sleeps 11)
La Grivette is a stunning 300-year-old stone house, situated just outside the tiny village of Sainte Colombe, yet a few kilometres from the ancient fortress town of Duras. The property is secluded and private, with lovely views over plum orchards, vineyards, and farms.
It's the perfect base to enjoy the best of the French Aquitaine. Tour the world famous wines and chateaux of St. Emilion, Sauternes and Monbazillac. Plan day trips to the Atlantic coast beaches, the Dordogne, or Pyrenees. Nearby villages have daily open-air markets. International airports of Bordeaux and Bergerac are less than an hour's drive.
The property's meticulous restoration was completed in 2004. The home features 400 square meters of living space with 9 meter high beamed ceilings and breathtaking stone work.
Rooms include:
- Gourmet kitchen with granite and stainless steel
- Large dining room with solid oak farmhouse table
- Salon with 2 stone fireplaces and chandelier
- Great room with office space, private loft and wine cellar
- 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 private loft bedrooms
- 3 bathrooms with solid brass fittings, large showers and a bath
The gardens:
- New 8 meter in-ground pool with salt filtration system and security fencing
- 2 pergolas with outdoor seating and lovely views
- Old fashioned front porch overlooking courtyard
- Outdoor, vine-covered shower
- Plum orchards and other fruit trees
Additional Guest Services:
Rentals include weekly housekeeping. We can also provide daily housekeeping and maid services. Our caretaker - who lives away from the property - can arrange private wine tours, private catered meals, cooking classes, and other services.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: In the house.
- Dryer: In the house.
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: There are 130+ English language and international films.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool: In-ground, 8.5 meter pool with salt filtration system.
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: With appliances: microwave, toasters, coffee makers, blender
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Full set up pots & pans, knives, cutting boards, utensils, spices, etc.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available: Property manager is a trained French chef and former wine producer who makes amazing 3 and 4 course meals.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai: 2 pergolas, 1 front porch, all provisioned for outdoor seating and dining.
- View/Location
- Monument View: View of the historic Roman church in the village of Sainte Colombe.
- Communications
- Telephone: Free phone use within France.
- Other Amenities
- All-cotton linens and towels, Bicycles, Badmitton, Board Games, Film and Music Library, Books, Kid-friendly with high chair, stroller, safety gates, cribs, playpen, and toys. Property manager can provide additional services - private wine tours, catering, daily housekeeping, and pet care.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Private Wine Tours, Festivals, Open-air Markets, Historic sights, Helicopter Rides
Rate Details (In Euros)
Euros €850-€2300/week.
Rates for weekends or for couples are also available. Contact the owner.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Front view of La Grivette - Sainte Colombe de Duras, Aquitaine, France Elegant Vacation Farmhouse
- The salon with stone walls, high beamed ceilings and 2 stone fireplaces - Sainte Colombe de Duras, Aquitaine, France Elegant Vacation Farmhouse
- Former wine press room converted to bedroom - Sainte Colombe de Duras, Aquitaine, France Elegant Vacation Farmhouse
- Private pool and pergola overlooking the valley and orchards
- Dining Room
- Loft and office in the former barn
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