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16th Century Historic Manor House - Kiwi Cottage - 12mx6m Heated Pool

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of 16th Century Historic Manor House - Kiwi Cottage - 12mx6m Heated Pool

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Vélines,Dordogne
  • Popular LocationLes Jardins de Sardy7 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau de Montaigne15 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau des Vigiers Golf Course24 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 2
100 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower

Room options

About the area

Velines

In Velines .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Les Jardins de Sardy and 6 miles (10 km) of DOMAINE DE GRIMARDY with a stay here. Chateau de Montaigne is within 6 miles (10 km) and Plage des Bardoulets is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Les Jardins de Sardy - 7 min drive
  • Chateau de Montaigne - 15 min drive
  • Lac de Gurson - 21 min drive
  • Chateau des Vigiers Golf Course - 24 min drive
  • Saint-Emilion Monolithic Church - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Velines Station - 7 min drive
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Palma Nova - 5 min drive
  • Château Martet - 18 min drive
  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • La Pietra Calda - 14 min drive
  • Bucket's Auberge Inn - 12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

16th Century Historic Manor House - Kiwi Cottage - 12mx6m Heated Pool

Kiwi Cottage combines luxury with charm. It is fully equipped with quality appliances, decorated to high specification and comfortable. It is complemented with a park of two acres and a heated pool of 12mX6m with pool house and summer kitchen. 50 minutes east of Bordeaux , 30 minutes west of Bergerac, 20 minutes from the world heritage town of St Emilion.

Kiwi Cottage nestles in the grounds of a completely renovated Maison de Maitre dating back to 1678 oozing architectural features and charm. The ancient original door of the Manor has been preserved complete with the lock and the key the size of which does not fail to amaze the visitors every time. Many vineyards are waiting to be explored. Most of them offer wine tasting and an expert tour of their vineyards. UNESCO protected St Emilion with its charming cobbled streets and exceptional wines is just 20 minutes away. The River Dordogne is just 0.4 km from the house and there are many pleasant spots to walk and cycle along the riverbanks. Canoeing, fishing and riding are popular activities alongside sports such as tennis and an excellent golf club is only 20 minutes away. Our local market (Sainte Foy La Grande) has been voted the people's favourite market in France and it’s a must see.

The magnificent fast train TGV takes you in 2h30min from Paris to Bordeaux. Bergerac airport 35 minutes away, Bordeaux airport just over 1 hour away – both have cheap flights to and from the Uk, Ireland and the Netherlands, as well as other destinations.

Property manager

Caspian Flynn

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • 1 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 7 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Boat on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Composting
  • Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

16th Century Historic Manor House - Kiwi Cottage - 12mx6m Heated Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Howard G.

Liked: Cleanliness
heavenly kiwi cottage
We throughly enjoyed our stay. Caspian and Lulu are perfect hosts with many excellent suggestions for restaurants and things to do. The setting of the cottage and pool are excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara E.

Liked: Cleanliness
One week stay in beautiful cottage
We loved our stay in the cottage - it had everything you could need! The property, the garden and the pool are all beautiful and made for the perfect stay. Caspian and Lulu were very kind and welcoming hosts and made great recommendations - thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Di B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous property
My husband and I stayed at Kiwi Cottage for 13 nights and it exceeded our expectations. The location is ideal - so peaceful yet minutes from amenities. The accommodation is spotlessly clean, spacious and really well equipped with everything we needed. The garden is great for relaxing and the swimming pool is perfect - the lilos provided by Caspian were much appreciated! Caspian and Lulu are charming and helpful hosts and added much to the enjoyment of our holiday We hope to return!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rafik I.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very nice property in a lovely location
A beautiful cottage with lovely views and a beautiful garden. Very nice swimming pool. Very near to most of the attractions of Bordeaux wine country and an hour from Bordeaux airport. Caspian and Lulu are the perfect hosts. Nothing too troubling for them. Very friendly and welcoming. We will hopefully be back
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bordeaux holiday
Very quiet and peaceful location, but just minutes from amenities. Caspian and Lulu and were on hand to help and give advice and Joy (dog) always ready to greet us, particularly for alfresco dining! Recommend using train to get to Bordeaux, cheap and reliable and only 5 minutes from cottage.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee B., Sequatchie, Tennessee, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We were on a 2 and 1/2 month European vacation and this was a week of much needed down time. The owners met us when we arrived and the Kiwi cottage was excellent. The pool was excellent and we toured a couple of Château wineries. I can't say enough about the area, the cottage or our hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dordogne trip
Beautiful quiet location surrounded by vines and nature. Idyllic spacious pool and setting. Perfect temperature and away from accommodation with table and chairs for dining and sun loungers with parasols for sunbathers. Caspian and Lulu very friendly but gave us our privacy. There’s another gîte quite nearby but we have separate areas/garden spaces so not a problem unless you have dogs!!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stellar!
Kiwi Cottage was the perfect place for us to stay for 10 days: delightful villages, chateaux, grottes and gardens all nearby. But more importantly it was a peaceful countryside haven with beautiful, expansive grounds and a swimming pool where we spent many afternoons cooling off in the 34 degree weather. What a contrast to the Covid stress and insanity we were experiencing in America. The excellent king bed allowed us to linger every morning and slow the pace of our daily plans. Eating on our little patio, enjoying pastries from the local boulangerie, picking blackberries for our muesli, reading and playing cards in our spacious living room were easy to do in such a lovely setting. We cooked all our own meals in a kitchen that met most of our needs. Our original 2019 stay at Kiwi Cottage was cancelled due to Covid. Hosts, Caspian and Lulu, stayed in touch with us throughout the next year and a half, making a smooth transition for booking 2021 and keeping us updated about new Covid developments in France. Their caring, concern, and positivity were reflected well before our arrival. During our stay they respected our privacy but were available for any questions or concerns. We invited them to a glass of wine and appertif for my birthday and ended up talking and laughing for two hours. Knowing we needed a negative Covid test before returning to America, Caspian went ahead and scheduled appointments for us at the local pharmacy. Coming from the a country where politics and Covid have ruptured the fabric of our society, we found our faith in humanity being renewed by the kindness and sincerity of our hosts and the labor of love reflected in their property. Many thanks.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Kiwi Cottage
We had a wonderful holiday at Kiwi Cottage. Caspian & Lulu are excellent hosts and were very welcoming of us and our dog, Luna. They were always on hand to provide information about the local area and recommendations of things to do, but were in no way imposing. The cottage was lovely and had everything we needed, the pool & grounds were beautiful and relaxing. There is lots to do in the local area, plenty of restaurants, wine tasting and places to visit. Local amenities like bakeries, supermarkets and vets nearby. Overall a wonderful holiday, we would love to visit again!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you Caspian and Lulu for the most relaxing stay your property was outstanding. X
Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019