Elégant, isolé 300-Year-Old Stone Farmhouse avec piscine privée, une vue magnifique

After a month long stay in September, we are left with only fond memories of our time at this gem in Saint Colombo de Duras. The restored farm was the perfect balance of original character and modern comfort and the location couldn’t be beat. Waking to the sound of a distant rooster and a daily visit of a small herd of sheep and cattle just added to the ambiance. The sunsets and view looking out from the back patio were amazing; vineyards, farms and an ancient church with its bell ringing throughout the day. Our family enjoyed the many outdoor spaces to gather for alfresco dining, delicious food from the nearby villages of Duras and Monsegur and of course the wine! With lots of space, pool and game room, all members of our family had the most comfortable and pleasant stay. Omar, Sam and Fifi made us feel at home and provided us with local information and suggestions of farm markets, sightseeing and calendar events. With so many places to see within an easy drive, we struck out to medieval villages, wineries, weekly markets and mystery rides and were never disappointed. With our youngest family member taking his first steps in France, all the wonderful people we met and so many remarkable experiences, it was a holiday to always remember.

Nous avons passé de tres bonnes vacances sans encombre avec un hote tres accueillant et disponible.

En dépit de températures très élevées pour un mois de septembre, grâce aux murs épais de cette ferme joliment restaurée et à la piscine, nous avons passé une excellente semaine à La Grivette. Décor très élégant de la maison, matériel de cuisine de qualité, grande propreté tant à l'intérieur qu'à l'extérieur dont le jardin est bien entretenu, tout était parfait. Omar et Fifi nous ont accueillis chaleureusement et Omar a par la suite répondu à toutes nos demandes avec beaucoup de gentillesse. une très bonne adresse !

"Qu'est ce qu'on est bien ici !!" fût l'une des phrases que j'ai le plus claironné lors de ces vacances de 4 semaines (post Covid). Cela résume parfaitement "mon impression générale sur cette propriété". La restauration de cette bâtisse en ce qu'elle est devenue est tout simplement bluffant ! Chapeau à vous d'avoir pu et su préserver un bâtiment comme celui ci. Mais bravo surtout pour l'avoir, si subitilement et discretement, transformé en ce petit château, à la déco parfaite et fourbillant de détails. Tout y est de bon goût et fonctionel. La vue et le jardin ne sont pas en reste : les étoiles et la voie lactée sont biens visibles, le verger regorge de fruits (Prunes, Raisins, Figues). Les Vaches et quelques moutons sont également venus aux abords du jardin, nous rendre d'amicales visites régulieres. La piscine cloturée est très rassurante pour les parents. Pour compléter, BBQ, vélos, chaises longues, Table de ping pong et billard sont dispos. Bref, un petit coin de paradis, tout simplement.

Impressive refurbished barn conversion, which gave an immediate wow factor on walking through the door. Although this barn was completed in 2003, it has been sympathetically restored to a very high standard keeping original features but with all the mod cons that make it a fabulous place to stay. The mezzanine levels were ideal for our teenagers, allowing them space if needed and the beds were very comfortable indeed. We were a party of 2 families never felt on top of each other, whether we were around the pool, eating around the large outdoor tables or playing games in the cosy double height lounge area. The pool table, table tennis and plum orchard were also a big hit. Kathleen Omar were extremely helpful both before our arrival during our stay, with ideas of interesting local activities. A visit to the local night markets in Duras exceeded our expectations a visit to the vineyard up the road to see Titou is a must, but leave plenty of time to chat and try the wines. We would thoroughly recommend La Grivette as a base to visit Bordeaux, Bergerac and St Emilion and it was so nice to return to the tranquil setting after a hard days sight-seeing. We would definitely consider revisiting La Grivette if back in the area.

The house, garden, pool were fantastic and the owners Omar and Kathleen could not have been more helpful.

The property is well maintained with excellent views across to the church where you can hear the bells ringing every hour. We were a family of 11 and the farm house was perfect for all the ages from 2 to 60. The added table tennis and pool table kept the children and adults entertained. The owners could not have been more helpful from the initial booking to arrival. The owner Omar informed us of attractions including the local vineyard and its charismatic owner, Titous. He was more than happy to show us round his factory. A special thanks to the gardener, Chris who met us when we arrived early and directed us to the local shops. The Duras night market was excellent as was the local tree top adventure park which is very close by. A relaxing holiday and I would recommend the farm house to others.

I first stayed at La Grivette a few years ago, with my then boyfriend. We just wanted to get away somewhere and didn't know what to expect. We pulled in the driveway, found the key and opened the door and all I could say was "wow". I cannot describe to you what a stunning house this is. We went into every single room and tried to decide which room we wanted to stay in. Each had a unique style and each was romantic in its own way. I wanted to sleep in a different room every night and only decided not to for the sake of the housekeeper. The house is open with very high ceilings and some really large rooms. You can tell it's an old house with original stone work. But it has been meticulously restored and modernized without sacrificing its rustic charm. I especially love the barn door which allows natural light to flood into the office/entertainment area. We drove around a lot the first time we went there. There are charming villages within an hour's drive. The closest one is just a short distance away. There aren't too many more romantic things than driving around in the wine country where life seems to have stood still for centuries. Some towns look like they have stayed exactly the same for hundreds of years. It was one of the best experiences of my life. The best part was my now-husband proposed right there in the house! We have been back a few times since then. We always choose to go during off-peak season for the peace and quiet. But maybe next time we will gather some friends and go there during the summer. The pool area looks very relaxing and great for entertainment.