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Kestrel semi-detached apartment

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Pool
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 290 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Kestrel semi-detached apartment

Located In the courtyard of a 14th century fortified farmhouse just outside the beautiful village of Gensac the lovely one bedroom apartment has wonderful forest views and has a fully equipped kitchen, Wifi internet, satellite T.V., sofa and a secluded swimming pool with views over the vineyards for your personal use. There is also a travel cot and high chair available. Also smoking is allowed outdoors.

Gensac is a thriving village with 2 cafes/bars and has a baker, butcher, grocery shop, newsagent, post office, cash machine and an English speaking doctor.

We are located between the historic towns of Sainte Foy La Grande (with its famous market recently voted no. 1 market in France) and Castillon-La-Bataille (site of the last battle of the 100 years war) where a re-enaction of the battle takes place every July and August. Also nearby is the medieval world heritage town of Saint Emilion famous for its Grand Cru wines. Chateaux visits and wine tastings are available and its a great way to spend the day.

The beautiful city of Bordeaux with its stunning architecture is around an hour's drive away

Kayaking or canoeing down the Dordogne river, cycling or walking through the vineyards are just a few of the activities you will find locally.

Payments can be made through by credit card.
Bed linen and towels are provided along with shampoo and shower gel.
A welcome pack of milk,butter,bread,tea,coffee,cereal and marmalade is also provided.
A freshly baked baguette appears for you every morning to start the day off.

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 969 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Kestrel's Loft Apartment Gensac
Kestrel's Loft Gensac
Kestrel's Loft
Kestrel's Loft
Kestrel's Loft Apartment Gensac
Kestrel's Loft Apartment Apartment
Kestrel's Loft Apartment Apartment Gensac

About the area

Map
Gensac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Les Jardins de Sardy - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Château de Montaigne - 17 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Duras Castle - 24 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Saint-Emilion Monolithic Church - 29 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Château des Vigiers Golf Course - 29 min drive - 27.4 km

Getting around

  • Velines Station - 10 min drive
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palma Nova - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪L'Ardoise Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Meynier Franck - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Café du Midi - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Les Jardins d'Anahid - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kestrel semi-detached apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kestrel semi-detached apartment?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kestrel semi-detached apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kestrel semi-detached apartment located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Château Moulin de Peyronin, Les Jardins de Sardy and Château de Montaigne. Plage des Bardoulets and Earl Vignobles Fournier are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Kestrel semi-detached apartment Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Patricia M., Orleans, Massachusetts

Rustic setting
Andy welcomed us and gave a tour. Apartment was well equipped, and they provided a welcome bottle of wine and bread in the morning. According to host this is the oldest building in the town. Difficult stairs and low ceilings and beams for anyone with physical limitations. Pool advertised was not functional and difficult climb to get there. Would suggest clearer description of property on website.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda S., Kenilworth

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday kestrel loft 2019
Excellent host, Andy was very friendly and accommodating. Property great location, very hilly for cycling. Property very well equipped. Shower unit fab. Pool area very welcoming after a very hot day out sight seeing. Loads to do in easy reach two great restaurants in Gensac.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Philip M.

A stay which may have endangered our health and wellbeing
There was a significant odour in the apartment which we initially thought was lack of airing. However, after returning from a meal in gensac, we realised there was a very strong smell of hydrocarbon. Unfortunately, we had no option but to stay the night and although we opened the windows, my husband woke up feeling nauseous and I had a blinding headache and a feeling of disorientation. The owner said he stored oil for the central heating boiler as it turned out in a garage directly under the bedroom and bathroom. He said he would refund our stay as we left early next morning and would get someone to look at the boiler. Home and away have stated that they do not intervene in any disputes with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kacey M.

The Loft was amazing! Andy and Deb have created a truly special place.
Great location for exploring neighboring towns. Loft was perfect for our stay and we hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Relaxing secluded gite
Andy and Debbie were lovely although they were next door they left us to enjoy our holiday but offered great tips on places to visit markets etc we were made to feel very welcome and the gite was so lovely definitely worth a stay thanks for making our holiday special

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N., England

Kestrels loft. Perfect.
As we drove into the courtyard with nothing but fields and vines as far as the eye could see I knew I'd chosen well. Debbie was there to greet us which was comforting as some previous stops hadn't gone so smoothly. The property didn't disappoint everything I expected exactly what it said on the Websight. You would need to be aware of very low beams in the main room, for me this all added to the charm. Although traditional in build and decor kestrels loft had all the mod cons you would need, down to a picnic basket and umbrella. Debbie gave us great advice on sights to see and restaurants to try. She is a great host, we thought we'd need to check out late and she was most accommodating. I wouldn't hesitate to return to jestrels loft.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

A perfect stay.
From the moment we arrived Debbie and Andy made us so very welcome. After a long drive we were greeted and shown round the lovely loft, with two welcome cold beers! The loft is equipped with everything that you need including a welcome pack with cereal, butter, milk, tea, coffee and a bottle of wine. Another lovely touch was the baguette delivered each morning by the bread fairy. The secluded private pool area is beautiful, perfect for relaxing and swimming. We spent two weeks in the loft and it was a perfect place for visiting local villages, markets, The Dordogne, beautiful lakes. The nearby village of Gensac was a short walk away, it had lovely restaurants, bars, a bakery and a small supermarkets; larger supermarkets are also a short drive away. I would highly recommend Kestrel's loft for a holiday in this area and we hope to return one day. Many thanks to Debbie and Andy for being lovely hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Scott P., Encinitas, CA

One week stay
We enjoyed our stay at Kestral's Loft , an original chateau from many years ago. It has been completely refurbished which made our stay very comfortable. We cooked many meals in the well equipped kitchen and relaxed on the comfortable couch enjoying the TV with all the English channels. The private swimming pool was wonderful in the heat of July. There are lots of great cycling roads through the vineyards and many little towns nearby were a treat to visit. The owners, Andy and Debbie were very accommodating and provided a fresh loaf of bread every morning. Overall a very nice one week stay. Scott P

10/10 Excellent

edith b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superbe séjour dans une belle region a ec piscine privative
A recommandé
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Pierre d.

Liked: Cleanliness
100
Sympathique, chaleureux, confortable, calme et agréable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacques et Laeticia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rien à redire
Véritable petit loft chaleureux et spacieux. La piscine juste pour nous, les petites attentions lors de l'arrivée (lait, beurre, kf...), nous recommandons sans hésiter et espérons pouvoir y retourner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fabienne J., NANTES

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bon séjour
Lieu très atypique mais très agréable. Nous sommes ravis de notre séjour. Très bon accueil des propriétaires. Délicates attentions (pain le matin, le lait, beurre et confiture à l arrivée).
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric B.

Une location magnifique... à découvrir !!!
Un endroit magnifique pour tous ceux qui aime le calme de la nature et la tranquillité... Un accueil excellent de la part de Debbie et Andy, ils font tout pour que vous vous sentiez chez vous et ça marche... un emplacement idéal pour visiter la région et ses vignobles. Je retournerai sans problème et le conseille déjà car c'est un endroit à retenir et à revenir sans aucune hésitation...
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016