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Private pool, garden, walk to restaurants, markets, and shops in a historic town

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Pool
Outdoor dining
Interior
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Private pool, garden, walk to restaurants, markets, and shops in a historic town

Maison Duras is a detached holiday home with air-conditioned bedrooms and a private swimming pool, 3 bedrooms, a TV room with a full-size double sofa bed, and 4 bathrooms. Located in the small historic town of Duras just a short walk to restaurants, weekly market and shops.

10 km from the ancient Bastide town of Monsegur (Gironde), both towns offer picturesque settings which are host to all the amenities you could wish for including restaurants, cafés, bars, boulangeries, pharmacie, banks/ATMs and every week there is a traditional French market at both towns and atmospheric night markets during the summer months. There are many festivals and events going on throughout the region all year round.
A comprehensive Carrefour supermarket and petrol station are located at Duras (1km) or Monsegur (10km).

Living areas: The kitchen is open to the dining and living area and is equipped with an American-style fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, double oven and ceramic hob, cafetiere and electric coffee filter machine. There is a small utility area off the kitchen with a washing machine, iron and ironing board.
The lounge overlooks the garden and pool, double French doors open onto the alfresco dining terrace with a large circular rattan dining table and chairs seating 8 people. TV with both French and English-speaking channels.
Double doors open onto the alfresco dining terrace with a large circular rattan dining table and chairs seating 8 people.
Wi-Fi high-speed fibre broadband, typical speed over 100mbs download.

Air conditioning: Each bedroom is air-conditioned.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms:
Each bedroom is equipped with a hairdryer and room fan.

Bedroom 1 (Ground floor) Twin beds (90cm x 200cm each), walk-in wardrobe and en-suite with bath with shower over, washbasin and WC.
Bedroom 2 (Upper floor) Double bed (140cm x 200cm), en-suite shower room with washbasin and WC.
Bedroom 3 (Upper floor) Twin beds (90cm x 190cm each), en-suite shower room with wash basin and WC.

TV room Sofa bed (Ground floor): An air-conditioned TV room with a good-sized double sofa bed, this is next to a shower room and wc. The office/TV room is ideally suitable for 1 adult or 2 small children.

Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels are supplied. A complimentary extra supply of bed linen will be provided for bookings of 2 weeks or more, though towels will not be replaced.
For the little ones: 2 cots and 1 high chair can be provided on request.

The exterior and the garden: The kitchen/living room doors open onto the sunny patio overlooking the garden and the pool. A further lawned area beyond the pool provides space for children to play games. The whole garden is fenced and gated.

Private swimming pool: The private 6.5 x 4m kidney-shaped swimming pool has an alarm for security. The pool is fenced from the house and patio area and has a gate to help make it a more secure area for younger children, although please note that this is not a security gate or security fencing. The pool depth is all on one level of 1.25m and has walk-in steps (step 1 is 16cm, step 2 is 41cm and step 3 is 67cm).

Services to help you make the most of your stay (English and French spoken):
Gastronomic experiences and wine tours, Private catering. Cycle hire is available and can be delivered to the door with all safety equipment supplied, electric cycles are also available in the area.

Public tennis courts: Located in Monsegur, Duras and St Sernin de Duras and are usually booked via the local tourist information office.

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.
There is an abundance of towns, villages and castles to explore on your doorstep. There is always a market, fete or festival going on somewhere, celebrating anything from music to food and wine.

Located in the heart of the Bordeaux famous wine region where there are plenty of vineyards for tastings and tours. There are many picturesque towns in the region, the nearest are Saint Foy La Grande, Saint Emilion and Monsegur with restaurants, cafe bars, shops and the beautiful historical countryside for you to explore.

Coast / Beach: A freshwater lake with a sandy beach at Blasimon is just 30km 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.

There is an abundance of towns, villages and castles to explore on your doorstep. There is always a market, fete or festival going on somewhere, celebrating anything from music to food and wine.
Located in the heart of the famous Bordeaux wine region where there are plenty of vineyards for tastings and tours.
Weekly farmers markets, summer night markets, restaurants, cycle hire, local adventure park and many more activities and places to visit - more information on what's on locally is in the 'Local Area' tab above, below are just a few places of interest in the immediate area.

The famous Chateau de Duras is just 500 metres away. It's well worth a visit and the climb to the top to see the stunning 360-degree vista.
Chocolate, Maison Guinguet 2km, near Duras. A nice shop to visit, selling chocolate and gifts. Guided visits to their artisan factory are available in July and August.
Tea room with gardens, Jardin de Boissona has six little gardens, each with its character. Outside and inside seating. Known for their teas and delicious cakes. 4km.
Zip wire adventure and climbing park. Adventure playground and snack bar. 8km.

Property manager

David & Tracy Hunwick. Holiday Cottages and Villas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

533051

About the neighborhood

Map
Duras, Lot et Garonne

What's nearby

  • Duras Clock Tower - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Duras Castle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Maison Guinguet - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Château des Vigiers Golf Course - 22 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Château de Montaigne - 38 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • La Réole Station - 25 min drive
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café de la Paix - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Le Monseg' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Café du Commerce - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Old Book Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Don Camillo - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Private pool, garden, walk to restaurants, markets, and shops in a historic town have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Private pool, garden, walk to restaurants, markets, and shops in a historic town pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private pool, garden, walk to restaurants, markets, and shops in a historic town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private pool, garden, walk to restaurants, markets, and shops in a historic town?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private pool, garden, walk to restaurants, markets, and shops in a historic town located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Duras Castle and Maison Guinguet. Lac de l'Escourou and Château des Vigiers Golf Course are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Private pool, garden, walk to restaurants, markets, and shops in a historic town Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

Perfect
Was blown away by Maison Duras - the property looks even better than in the pictures - and the pictures look great! Welcome pack on arrival was a nice touch - and the wine went down very nicely after a long days drive. Duras is a great town and a great base to explore the surrounding area and towns.

8/10 Good

Tracey G.

Lovely house in a great location
The house has everything for a lovely holiday. The location is just right to enjoy all that is going on in the town but is still quiet. We were spoilt with gorgeous sunshine and enjoyed having a pool to keep us cool.

8/10 Good

Liz D.

Great week
Had a lovely stay at Maison Duras - restful, with interest provided by visits to local markets. Enjoyed the pool and local wine. Found the house convenient for eating - and drinking - out in Duras and well equipped for eating in. The house was clean and comfortable, wi-fi really useful and worked well, had some trouble with the TV though!

8/10 Good

Richard O.

Großzügige saubere Wohnung
Schön und großzügig eingerichtete Wohnung. Sehr gut ausgestattete Küche, großer Garten, schöner Pool, genügend Liegen und Sitzplatz im Freien. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten in unmittelbarer Nähe, Bäcker, Discounter, Markt. Wir waren Anfang April, Wetter war noch nicht so warm, darum mussten wir auch einheizen. Heizung funktioniert nur über Holzofen, Holz ist aber vorhanden. Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017