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The Sentinel***** - Romantic duplex apartment in the ramparts

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

The Sentinel***** - Romantic duplex apartment in the ramparts

The Sentinel***** is a romantic flat for 2 people, spreading over two floors (duplex) in a medieval house embedded in the medieval rampart of Riquewihr.

Some steep steps (the original historical stairway) take you up from the street to the first floor, at the same level as the former covered defense walk way of the ramparts, where the medieval soldiers used to watch out for enemies, invaders or thieves (therefore the name Sentinel)!

-> Make sure to watch the video posted above to discover the apartment, its beautiful surroundings and the way it is arranged.

A romantic and elegant living space spreads over the first floor: spacious living room and kitchen.
One level higher, within a beautiful carpenter work of the XVIIth Century, there is the bedroom with a comfortable king size bed and bathroom en suite.


On the mountainside, the medieval city wall is the western wall of the house. On the street side, it is an Alsatian traditional half-timber framed house. Decorated with great care and especially equipped for 1 couple looking for holiday accommodation on the Alsace wine route, at the foot of the Vosges and a few minutes of Colmar only.



The restoration works largely made use of the traditional techniques with organic and healthy materials (untreated wood, natural paintings with lime wash, no chemicals, etc). Authentic polychrome pieces of furniture and fabrics in Alsatian kelsch contribute to make this small house a real jewel.

Property manager

Jean-Paul Krebs

Languages

English, French, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Pets by arrangement

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Adults Only

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 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
Property Registration Number 6827700005355

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

LaSentinelle68340_146777

About the neighborhood

Map
Riquewihr, Haut-Rhin

What's nearby

  • Hugel et Fils - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Riquewihr Christmas Market - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Maison de Hansi - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jean Sipp Winery - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Kayserberg Castle - 15 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪La Taverne Alsacienne - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Relais de Riquewihr - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Maison Alsacienne de Biscuiterie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Médiéval - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Auberge le Bouc Bleu - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sentinel***** - Romantic duplex apartment in the ramparts pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The Sentinel***** - Romantic duplex apartment in the ramparts?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sentinel***** - Romantic duplex apartment in the ramparts?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sentinel***** - Romantic duplex apartment in the ramparts located?

Situated in Riquewihr, this apartment building is steps from Ballons des Vosges Nature Park and Hugel et Fils. Riquewihr Christmas Market and Dopff et Irion are also within 5 minutes.

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The Sentinel***** - Romantic duplex apartment in the ramparts Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming apartment

Spent 4 nights in this charming apartment. Riquwihr was busy during the day, but it was lovely to stay so close to the centre and enjoy the town after the day trippers had gone. Accommodation was comfortable and equipped with all we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramona V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Markus H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johannes S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reinhold H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfekte Ferienwohnung

Sehr gut ausgestattete Ferienwohnung. Geschmackvoll eingerichtet mit neuwertigen Möbeln. Sehr guter Kontakt zum Vermieter.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulla H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderbare Tage

Wir haben die Zeit in der liebevoll gestalteten und eingerichteten Wohnung sehr genossen. Herrliche Lage für Wanderungen und Unternehmungen im Ort. Alles top... Sauber... Wir haben nichts vermisst und kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schöne Wohnung

Die Wohnung ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet und es fehlte ins an nichts. Die Lage ist sehr zentral. Man öffnet die Tür und steht mitten in Riquewihr. Einfach genial. Ich kann die Wohnung sehr empfehlen.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schön, gemütlich, zentral, alles prima

Schön, gemütlich, zentral, alles prima
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gut erholt...

...haben wir uns in der seht gut ausgestatteten und geschmackvoll eingerichteten Wohnung. Riquewihr selbst ist atemberaubend schön und liegt in einer wunderschönen von Weinanbau geprägten Landschaft. Aber auch Ausflüge über schöne Passstraßen in die Vogesen sind lohnend. Die Abwicklung war seht gut organisiert und die Kommunikation war sehr nett und unkompliziert.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marion L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wohlfühlort mit sehr freundlichen Gastgebern

Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in der schönen Ferienwohnung in Riquewihr. Die Wohnung ist mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet. Die Gastgeber sind herzlich, freundlich und entgegenkommend, vielen Dank!Unser kleiner Vierbeiner durfte auch mitkommen;) Riquewihr hat eine schöne historische Altstadt mit vielen Gässchen, kleinen Läden, Cafes und Restaurants und ist umgeben von Weinbergen. Der Ort ist ein guter Ausgangspunkt um die Umgebung zu erkunden. Colmar liegt nur 20 Minuten entfernt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

roland b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bon emplacement et gérant excessivement gentil

Si nous revenons en Alsace nous reviendrons là c’est certain
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marion C.

Noël féerique

Gîte extraordinaire ! Tout le nécessaire à disposition et en prime la localisation est idéale ! Noël féerique dans ce charmant village de Riquewihr ! A refaire sans hésitation !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie D.

Séjour cocoon

Quelques jours en formation dans ce charmant village , j'ai séjourné dans un duplex d'exception , un vrai nid à la décoration cosy et de très bon goût . Un savant mélange de traditions alsaciennes et de douceur shabby. De la cuillère au peignoir , rien ne manquait pour passer un séjour au top! Bravo!!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

thierry g.

Génial !!!!

Mon Amie et moi même occupions L'appartement "La sentinelle". Cadre original et très Accueillant, confortable. L’équipement est moderne et complet. Le tout nous a permis un séjour très agréable.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Bettie E., Columbia, SC, USA

Disappointing apartment

My husband and I found The Sentinel to be a very disappointing experience. The apartment is lovely to look at, but unfortunately we found the bed to be miserably soft and uncomfortable. While the furniture looks nice, it is worn and uncomfortable as well. The apartment is adequately equipped and has many extra touches; it is a shame that the furniture does not match the rest of the apartment's charm. Unfortunately our stay was plagued by constant rain making it even more frustrating not to be able to come home and be comfortable. The apartment was very clean. The Sentinel is on the second floor with very steep and narrow steps. Requewihr is a lovely town and the Alsace region is beautiful. The town of Requewihr is a good place from which to explore the area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Oase der Ruhe

Die Tage in "La Sentinelle" waren wunderbar - ein großartiger Ort für Ruhe und Entspannung, dazu noch perfekt eingerichtet, man fühlt sich sofort wohl. Einrichtung und Ausstattung der Wohnung sind auf höchstem Niveau.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vacation Perfection in Riquewihr, France

The Alsace region, the town of Riquewihr, the Sentinel apartment, and Jean-Paul and Martine provided us with an outstanding vacation experience - one that has stolen our hearts! The Sentinel apartment is as charming in person as it is online. It’s lovely, well maintained, well equipped with everything you need, and warm and inviting - the perfect home away from home. If you are in need of anything, a simple phone call to Valerie is immediately answered. Jean-Paul and Martine provided brochures and other information about the region which was extremely helpful in planning and getting the most out of our vacation days. With its location between the Vosges mountains and the vineyards, Riquewihr’s ambience is positively enchanting. The wines produced in the region are superb and the food is spectacular. We loved every restaurant we visited in Riquewihr. We would especially recommend Le Sarment d’Or for the food and experience and the outstanding wines of Maison Zimmer (Au Tire Bouchon Winstub). Plan on spending a substantial amount of time exploring Riquewihr and all it has to offer (like the open market on Friday!) and also venture out to Colmar, Ribeauville, and Strasbourg, as well as just about any other nearby town or city - each is unique, beautiful and rewarding. If you get the chance, meet the artist Christian Schwob, who created the artwork in the Sentinel, and perhaps purchase one of his pieces to memorialize your vacation. A highlight of our vacation in Riquewihr was the kindness and thoughtfulness of Jean-Paul and Martine. For a truly unforgettable vacation make your reservation in Riquewihr with the Krebs! Don’t wait another minute or you’ll miss the opportunity - their apartments book up quickly for a reason!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Markus F., Münster

Hochwertiges, sauberes, mit Liebe zu Detail...

... eingerichtetes Apartment. Wir haben uns unglaublich wohl gefühlt und eine entspannte Woche im Elsass verbringen können. Wir haben selten - auch zum Beispiel im Hinblick auf Küchenutensilien - ein so vollständig ausgestattetes Feriendomizil gemietet. Zudem ist die Betreuung durch Vermieter und Verwalterin ist vorzüglich: klar, präzise, pünktlich, ohne Missverständnisse.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wunderschöne, Romantische Ferienwohnung

Der Aufenthalt in der Ferienwohnung "Die Wache" war einfach genial. Die Wohnung war genauso liebevoll und romantisch eingerichtet und mit einem tollen Comfort ausgestattet, wie im Internet beschrieben. Die Wohnung ist sehr sauber und einfach nur zu empfehlen, für romantische Tage, zum Wandern und um die kleinen Dörfer rund um Riquewihr zu besichtigen. Die Vermietung und die Abwicklung war sehr nett und sehr gut organisiert. Wir hatten einfach eine wunderschöne Zeit und werden ganz sicher wieder kommen. Grüße aus dem Saarland
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Manfred M., -

Sehr geschmackvolles, gemütliches Appartment

Diese Unterkunft ist absolut empfehlenswert. Geschmackvoller kann man ein Appartment kaum einrichten. Wir wären gerne noch geblieben, aber dafür kommen wir im Herbst wieder. Lobenswert ist auch die professionelle Abwicklung.