Gensac Tower Gites – Home 472711 Tower
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- 3 nights min stay
Gensac Tower Gites – Home 472711
- Tower
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- 3 nights min stay
Key Info
- Not suitable for children
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
The Tower is a converted windmill on the edge of a pretty medieval village in SW France. The property is on on 3 floors.
The bedroom is on the top floor with its king size bed and ladder leading to the roof terrace. The second floor is the bathroom with shower cubicle, sink with shaver point and separate wc, and on the ground floor is the fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, fridge, hob, oven and sink unit.
Outside is a decked terrace with gas BBQ and views of the valley and gorgeous sunsets.
Great views of the village, vineyards and surrounding countryside.Easy walk (500 metres) to shops and restaurants.
The village of Gensac has many amenities including a butcher, baker, 2 bar / restaurants, a supermarket, newsagent, chemist, doctor, tourist office, a hotel, church and a cash machine. No need to get into a car to get provisions but a car is still essential for getting here and around the local sights.
Great walks through the countryside and vines. Fantastic cycling routes including a 50kms cycle into Bordeaux along a disused converted railway line.
Canoeing and kayaking on the river Dordogne at Pessac 2kms away.
Please note - steep path and steps up to the property - open stone staircases inside. The tower is not suitable for children or anyone with reduced mobility.
Wine tasting tours with local vineyards
UNESCO world heritage village and wine centre of St Emilion is 20 minutes away.
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Bed & bathroom
- 1 Full bed
- 1 Shower
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Grill
- Solarium or roof terrace
- Balcony or terrace
- Internet access
- Stove
- Fridge
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Iron
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
About the owner
Fiona P.
- Calendar last updated:
- 09 Dec 2023
- Years listed:
- 10
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 8 reviews
Excellent
8 reviews
- Excellent
- 7
- Very Good
- 0
- Average
- 1
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“Do not go at hot time of year”
With temperatures in the high thirties the top floor bedroom was extremely hot although the fan supplied helped There is not a dishwasher any more The under sink and hob cupboards have all been screwe… More
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“The location is amazing!”
Unique place. Lots of privacy. Everything was present, even a dishwasher. Very welcoming welcome. We will definitely visit again..
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“Wonderful place to stay - quirky, cute, original and picturesque”
We stayed at the Tower for one night in late September and wish we could've stayed for longer! The views from the rooftop are incredible - by day you can enjoy the expanse of rural France in all … More
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“Breath-Takingly Stunning Tower in a Quiet, Postcard-Worthy Counrty Town”
I was excited to visit Gensac and stay in the tower, but the pictures really didn't do it justice. It exceeded my already high expectations! The tower had a kitchen fully-stocked with all the equ… More
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“Wonderful”
Staying in the tower at Gensac was a once in a lifetime experience. The novelty of the tower with its four levels (including rooftop balcony) was so different to the usual box room. The beautiful surr… More
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“Blown away!”
This former windmill is a fantastically unique place to stay and is very highly recommended. It has been tastefully and carefully restored throughout, including an excellent (fully stocked) kitchen. … More
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“We have had a great time at Gensac Tower!”
This great residence is a former windmill and watchtower that is very romantically situated on a hill overlooking the astonishing surroundings of Gensac. On the inside it has been fully restored, keep… More
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“It was an absolute delight to stay at Gensac Tower!”
Gensac Tower, originally a windmill and then a watchtower during the war, has been painstakingly converted into a beautifully decorated and extremely comfortable home-away-from-home, incorporating eve… More
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FAQs
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- How do I pay for my vacation?
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If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
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Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
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- How do I make changes to my booking?
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