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Stunning views, private pool, AC. Walk to cafe and bread. Near historic towns

Stunning views, private pool, AC. Walk to cafe and bread. Near historic towns

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Private pool and stunning far reaching views
The sitting room with views over the garden and valley
Bedroom 4 ground floor
Looking from the balcony of bedroom 1
Private pool with stunning far reaching views

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Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12320 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Monsegur, Gironde
  • Popular LocationDuras Castle11 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaison Guinguet11 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau des Vigiers Golf Course32 min drive
  • AirportBordeaux (BOD-Merignac)80 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1. King 150x190cm

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2. King 150x190cm

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3. Twin beds

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4. King 160x200cm

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5. Twin beds

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6. Twin beds

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bath with shower/wc/+shower

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bedroom 1 shower / wc

Toilet · Shower only

Ground floor shower/wc.+wc

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Stunning views, private pool, AC. Walk to cafe and bread. Near historic towns

Breathtaking valley views of rural countryside and vineyards. Set on a hilltop at the end of a country lane, six bedrooms, three bathrooms and a private swimming pool. Fenced-in gardens and orchards. Short walk to a cafe with refreshments and daily bread. Dog and wheelchair friendly.
Located a 10-minute walk from the hamlet of Dieulivol, a short walk (0.4 miles) to a cafe with refreshments; by special request, they can create a BBQ meal and you can also buy ice creams and bottles of wine to go. Daily fresh bread from the post office or the cafe bar on Sundays by request. There is also an ancient church with stunning views over the valley, there is also a grotto to discover.
2.3km to the nearest vineyard with wine tasting.
Fun for all of the family and children of all ages, a tree adventure and climbing park is just 3km away.

This holiday villa is within a short drive of the ancient Bastide town centres of Monsegur (Gironde) and Duras (Lot et Garonne), both towns have bars, restaurants, banks, shops and supermarkets as well as weekly farmers markets and night markets in the peak summer months.

Babeau has been restored and furnished to a good standard whilst retaining the house's original features including exposed stone walls, beamed ceilings and a fireplace. Furnished throughout with beautiful handmade teak furniture.

The entire villa and all facilities are for your exclusive use during your stay.

Air conditioning: The property has built-in air conditioning in all bedrooms, this is included in the price.
6 bedrooms, twin and double rooms for 12 guests.
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms are on the ground floor with one bedroom and bathroom being wheelchair friendly, please see the Wheelchair user's information below.
There is a separate wc on the ground floor, a total of 3 wc on the ground floor.
3 bedrooms on the upper floor, bedroom 1 has an en-suite shower room and wc, the other 2 bedrooms use the facilities on the ground floor.

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Bedrooms ground floor:
Bedroom 2: Beautiful double room 150x190cm, AC. Doors open looking out over the grounds to the front with views over the valley below. The most suitable room at Babeau for a wheelchair user.
Next to a bathroom with an adjoining door, this bathroom is shared with bedroom 3. Bath, a separate walk-in shower wet room, twin sinks and WC, suitable for a wheelchair.

Bedroom 3: Ground floor twin room, air-conditioned. Looks directly out onto the neighbouring vineyard. Next to a bathroom with an adjoining door, this bathroom is shared with bedroom 2 (above).

Bedroom 4: Ground floor double 160x200cm, large room, air-conditioned, double aspect views, double doors opening out to the rear terrace. Next to a separate WC, near to the second ground floor shower room with twin sinks and WC.

Bedrooms upper Floor:
Master bedroom 1: Beautiful double room 150x190cm, air-conditioned. Balcony looks over the grounds on three aspects, views over the valley. En-suite shower room, twin sinks and WC.

Bedrooms 5 and 6: A further 2 twin rooms both air-conditioned.
All bedrooms have a wardrobe, bedside table(s) and lamp.

Baby and toddler facilities: A travel cot (including linen) and a high chair can be provided on request. There are not any stair gates.

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Kitchen: Modern fitted kitchen with dishwasher, electric oven with grill, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, coffee maker, etc.

A Weber charcoal BBQ and a Charbroil gas grill BBQ are out on the terrace.

Utility area: Laundry area with washing machine and iron with an ironing board, a washing line in the garden.

There are 3 Living rooms: TV lounge Dual aspect views through double doors to the pool area to the front and the driveway and orchard to the back of the house. Comfortable sofas and a table with chairs provide an additional dining space or for playing board games. Separate WC. A widescreen TV with Orange French streaming TV in addition to some English language stations, BBC iPlayer is available also. You are also able to stream Netflix and other platforms from this box, using your own login/subscription.
The sitting room and dining table look over the front terrace through French doors with views over the garden.
The mezzanine area above the sitting room is a great chill-out area that has some seating and a bookcase.
Desk / Office space: A desk with a chair is situated in the Mezzanine area or the table and chairs on the other side of the tv lounge are also suitable as a desk space. High-speed fibre broadband/ Wi-Fi.

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Outside, garden and orchards: Shaded, covered veranda. Table and chair sets, children's swings/slide/climbing frame and table tennis. Large gardens surround the property on three sides, set over an acre of gardens with fruit orchards. A meadow surrounds the property grounds also owned by Babeau, with superb views stretching out across the valley below and far into the distance.

The entire grounds are fenced and gated.

Private swimming pool: 9m x 4m pool, 1m deep, sun terrace and loungers. 3 in-pool steps lead you into the pool, the first step is the full width of the pool. The pool is protected by an alarm.

Services: Gastronomic experiences and wine tours, Private catering. Cycle hire delivered to the door with all safety equipment supplied.

Private catering, Gastronomic experiences and vineyard tours: Taylor-made experiences at the house or maybe a picnic in the vineyard? English and French spoken.

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Wheelchair users and guests that are not so mobile useful information:
Babeau is a very old farmhouse and whilst it has not specifically been adapted for wheelchair access, there are 3 bedrooms on the ground floor, along with 2 shower rooms and a total of 3 WCs. The main shower room has been renovated with wheelchair access in mind.

Bedroom 2 is the ideal room for a wheelchair user. The shower room, shared with bedroom 3, has a spacious wet room shower (also a bath with shower attachment) and a WC with plenty of space to one side for a wheelchair, with a folding wall handrail if required. We can offer a complimentary shower chair.
Please contact us to discuss your individual requirements.

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Activities and what to do in the area:
Weekly farmers markets, summer night markets, restaurants, cycle hire, local adventure park and many more activities and places to visit, a small selection of activities is listed below.

There are many picturesque towns in the region, the nearest are Saint Foy La Grande, Saint Emilion, Duras and Monsegur with restaurants, cafes, shops and the beautiful historical countryside for you to explore and many vineyards for tastings and tours.

Coast, Beach and Water park: A freshwater lake with a sandy beach at Blasimon is just 22km away and is a popular attraction to take children for a day out. The gently shelving sand provides a safe, fun environment for splashing around and cooling off in the heat of the summer sun. Blasimon lake.

Aqua Park is 42km located near Bergerac. Beach, canoeing and a water park.

Aqua fun Park Near Casteljaloux freshwater lake, 56km. Park with a huge lake, picnic benches, walks, facilities, sandy beach, water sports and children's play area. It's great for adults and children.

The famous sandy bay at Arcachon (146km) with Europe's tallest sand dune, Dune du Pilat. This is the start of a 150-mile long sandy beach south past Biscarosse, or while the day away meander your way around Arcachon and enjoy a relaxing lunch in one of the many French restaurants.

Zip wire adventure and climbing park: Just 3.3km. Playground and snack bar. Des chenes toi Aventure.

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A car is essential.
Airports: Bergerac 47km, Bordeaux 98km.

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The refundable security bond: 500 GBP is payable with the balance which is returned within 7 days of departure subject to a satisfactory inspection.
An extra security deposit of 300 Euro. for pets is taken in addition to the standard security deposit.

Included in the price: Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels are provided. A complimentary supply of bed linen and bath towels will be provided for stays of 2 weeks or more. End-of-stay cleaning is included in the price, although the house should be left in reasonable condition on departure, any excessive cleaning will be charged.

Additional charges: Heating, oil-fired heating is charged based on consumption. Indicative average charge 200 Euro per week.
Additional cleaning is available on request, payable directly to the house manager.

Dog friendly: A maximum of 2 dogs are considered on request at a charge of 60 Euro each per booking, plus an additional security bond of 300 Euro.

The pool is open from the beginning of April - until the beginning of November.

Property manager

David & Tracy HolidayCottagesandVillas
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Languages

English, French
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

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

About the area

Dieulivol

Located in Dieulivol, this villa is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lac de l'Escourou and Les Jardins de Sardy, while Albert Marzelles Municipal Museum and Chateau de Malrome are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Zoo de Mescoules and Labyrinthe Vegetal Les Fees Meres. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Monsegur, Gironde

What's nearby

  • Duras Castle - 11 min drive
  • Maison Guinguet - 11 min drive
  • Duras Clock Tower - 12 min drive
  • Chateau des Vigiers Golf Course - 32 min drive
  • Chateau de Montaigne - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • La Réole Station - 24 min drive
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café de la Paix - 11 min drive
  • Café des Sports - 9 min drive
  • Don Camillo - 12 min drive
  • Chez Mireille - 18 min drive
  • The Old Book Shop - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning views, private pool, AC. Walk to cafe and bread. Near historic towns pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning views, private pool, AC. Walk to cafe and bread. Near historic towns?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning views, private pool, AC. Walk to cafe and bread. Near historic towns?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning views, private pool, AC. Walk to cafe and bread. Near historic towns located?

This family-friendly Dieulivol villa is located in a rural location, 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Duras Castle, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Les Jardins de Sardy and Lac de l'Escourou. Filhole Park and Chateau des Vigiers Golf Course are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Idyllic Location
A very spacious property with all the amenities you could want, good bathrooms and comfy beds. The location is idyllic, the views incredible and everything is in easy reach with plenty to do for the whole family. Duras and Monsegur well worth a visit, especially on market day or night. The lake at Blasimon and the Tree Top Adventures proved great fun for the kids. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Meghan Leonard

Hidden Retreat
Had a fantastic stay, the house has everything you need and the views are amazing. There was a group of 9 adults and 3 children staying for a week. Plenty of space for everyone inside and outside the house. There is a small bar a few minutes walk from the house which can provide bread and other pastries if pre ordered which made a delicious breakfast. The town of Duras and Monsegur are a short drive away and make a nice day out. I would recommend this house to other friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

malcolm e.

Beautiful Babeau
This was the first time the whole family had holidayed together.The party included Grandmother, Grandfather, the 3 children and their respective partners and most importantly the 4 grandchildren , two aged 4 and the other two 6 and 7 respectively. One of our daughters , Nia, researched the property and didn't she do well !!The position of Babeau was magnificent perched on a hilltop overlooking vineyards and beautiful surrounding countryside.There was ample room for the 12 of us and the most popular area was , of course, the swimming pool. The week flew by and we enjoyed the best family holiday ever.Thank you Babeau for such a wonderful time. Malcolm Evans
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pete W.

An relaxing retreat with spectacular views
This is the perfect getaway to enjoy the French countryside and spend time as a family.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Graham K.

A Place to Relax
We had a wonderful family holiday at Babeau. Easily found yet remote enough not to be bothered by anyone. The view of vineyards and plum orchards from the swimming area is wonderful. Duras and Monsegur are close enough and there is lots to do in the area however we just relaxed and did very little. The house is well equipped and the dishwasher a godsend. All in all a brilliant family holiday.

About the host

Hosted by David & Tracy HolidayCottagesandVillas

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After seeing many, many houses in many, many villages in Southwest France, we chanced upon Babeau. We immediately were captivated by its end-of-lane, hill-top location, the stunning views of the countryside, and the lively villages nearby. Its two-foot thick stone walls, original beams and its long, Roman-tiled “Girondine” roof had all been restored. BUT… this 300-year+ gem needed a great deal of work to become a home. New handmade doors, windows, tiles, kitchen, bathrooms, wiring, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, terraces, landscaping, painting…the list goes on. Sixteen years of upgrades later, we are happy to welcome you to Babeau, which is now a beautiful home, with an outstanding view, located at the edge of a historical village with an XII century church.

What makes this property unique

Just a short drive from the ancient Bastide town centres of Monsegur 5.5km (Gironde) and Duras 7km (Lot et Garonne), both towns have café bars, restaurants, banks, shops and supermarkets as well as weekly farmer's markets and night market in the peak summer months.
Zip wire adventure and the climbing park are just 3.3km away, with a playground and snack bar.
Located in the hamlet of Dieulivol, by special request the cafe bar can create a BBQ meal for you. You can also buy ice creams and bottles of wine to go. Walk to a vineyard for wine tasting. Daily bread from the post office or from the cafe on Sundays.

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English, French

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