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The Doves' Nest*****, authentic Alsatian house in the rampart of Riquewihr

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The Dove's Nest***** is part of the ramparts of the year 1500.
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Bedroom
Kitchen
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Riquewihr, Haut-Rhin
  • Popular LocationRiquewihr Christmas Market4 min walk
  • Popular LocationMaison de Hansi5 min walk
  • Popular LocationKayserberg Castle15 min drive
  • AirportColmar (CMR-Houssen)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

The Doves' Nest*****, authentic Alsatian house in the rampart of Riquewihr

The Dove's Nest holiday home is a romantic house offering ideal and luxury self catering accommodation for 4 persons (2 couples in 2 double rooms).
Be welcome to watch the video to discover the house and how it is arranged. Here is the YouTube link. But since it is not clickable, you need to copy and insert the full link into a new tab of your browser:
https://youtu.be/9xX4KZUvud4?si=LXetEIrXAEb3Nf0r

Our romantic medieval house is listed as a national heritage building (Monument Historique). It is embedded in the medieval rampart (built 1500) of Riquewihr, only some yards away of the famous fortified gates of the Obertor and the Dolder. On the mountainside, the medieval city wall is the western wall of the house. On the street side, it is an Alsatian traditional timber framed house. Decorated with great care and especially equipped for 2 couples which seek holidays or a long weekend on the Alsace wine route, at the foot of the Vosges and a few minutes away from Colmar only.
At street level, there is the entrance and the first bedroom (the one with shades of gray and blue colors) with its bathroom and toilets en suite.
Upstairs, the living space spreads over the whole first floor (in the US they would say 2nd floor) with living room, kitchen, Alsatian “stub” (the part where the meals are taken).

The fully equipped kitchen is open towards the “stub” (Alsatian traditional dining room) and makes it possible to be perfectly autonomous. But do not forget that the many ones and excellent restaurants of the village (some of them being listed in the Michelin Red Guide) - with excellent quality-prices ratio - are within walking distance.

And finally, one more and last level up, there is the master bedroom with its bathroom and toilets en suite.

The restoration largely made use of the traditional techniques with organic and healthy materials (untreated wood, natural paintings with lime wash…). Authentic polychrome pieces of furniture and fabrics in Alsatian kelsch contribute to make this small house a real jewel. The house combines charm and comfort and is able to accommodate - Summer as Winter - travelers who are looking before all for refined and authentic places to stay…

Property manager

Jean-Paul Krebs
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Languages

English, French, German

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs welcome, Pets by arrangement

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Latest check in is at 22:00

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

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 68277000052FJ

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Riquewihr

Located in Riquewihr, this vacation home is near theme parks. Little Venice and Chateau du Haut-Koenigsbourg are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Colmar Christmas Market. NaturOparC and Jardins des Papillons are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Riquewihr, Haut-Rhin

What's nearby

  • Hugel et Fils - 2 min walk
  • Riquewihr Christmas Market - 4 min walk
  • Maison de Hansi - 5 min walk
  • Kayserberg Castle - 15 min drive
  • Chateau du Haut-Koenigsbourg - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Ostheim Station - 10 min drive
  • Strasbourg (SXB-Strasbourg Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Relais de Riquewihr - 4 min walk
  • Le Médiéval - 1 min walk
  • Restaurant le Tire Bouchon - 2 min walk
  • D'Brendel Stub - 1 min walk
  • Relais des Moines - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Doves' Nest*****, authentic Alsatian house in the rampart of Riquewihr pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amélie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un magnifique cocon de Noël
Week end magique à Riquewihr, l'hébergement est magnifique, très cocooning, aussi bien adapté pour un week-end en amoureux que pour un séjour en famille. Idéalement situé, dans les remparts de Riquewihr. Un hôte de choix, très facilement joignable, qui nous a gentiment laissé des cadeaux de bienvenue et de la documentation. Nous reviendrons c'est sûr !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik Svante B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing place that needs to be experienced
Dealing with the owners was a breeze, flawless communication and very helpful throughout. If you are considering staying here (which you should), then I strongly recommend it. Riquewihr is a very quaint is a beautiful town in a a beautiful part of Alsace. It is like stepping into a Brother Grimms fairy-tale. Book and enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bettina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top Unterkunft für einen Elsassaufenthalt
Alles hat perfekt geklappt. Unkomplizierte Schlüsselübergabe (Kontaktperson kann gut Deutsch). Perfekter privater Parkplatz in Riquewihr in Unterkunftsnähe verfügbar. Wohnung wunderschön und liebevoll dekoriert. Alles vorhanden, was man benötigt.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

daaf r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
mooie luxe ingerichte vakantiewoning
Wij zijn één week in deze luxe ingerichte woning overnacht en een leuk verblijf gehad. Bovendien is Riquewihr een leuk toeristiche plaats en een mooie omgeving om te wandelen tussen de wijngaarden. Wij misten bij de woning wel een buitenverblijf (tuin), maar dit is bij nader inzien op de locatie waar de woning is gelegen is niet mogelijk.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Cozy Nest
Riquewihr is a charming must see, and the Dove's Nest, just beyond the old town's gate, is a perfect place to stay within the town. It has everything needed, and Valarie, the attendant, was responsive and communicative. I highly recommend the Dove's Nest.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jean-Paul Krebs

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« Les Remparts de Riquewihr » belong to our small family business - Rosa Gallica sàrl - created by Martine & Jean-Paul Krebs, enthusiasts who have evolved in the world of tourism throughout their careers.

Our philosophy: that your stay in one of our gites is a highlight of your stay in Alsace! Our guests, some of whom have become friends over the course of their stays, want to savor every moment of their stay in Alsace.
Having had the chance and the privilege to restore these houses steeped in so much history, set in such a beautiful setting - Riquewihr, a listed medieval village is among the most beautiful in France and Europe - we wanted to do more than a place to sleep.
We wanted that, at the end of a busy day of visits and discoveries, you find pleasure in spending a moment of comfortable relaxation in an apartment that is your home during your stay.
We wanted to honor a remarkable site at the same time as all aesthetes and epicureans, lovers of good and beautiful things, who will know how to savor the place and the moment.

Languages:

English, French, German

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