Have You Ever Thought of Life in France?

Gensac · Bordeaux · Saint-Émilion

A rare opportunity.
A beautifully renovated village home with valley views, a private garden, pool and garage — just 20 minutes from Saint-Émilion.

€349,990

Summer rental potential: up to £3,500 per weekPotential income only — subject to demand, season and letting arrangements.
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See the Setting

A View of the House & Village

Take a look from above at the house, garden, pool and its position in the heart of Gensac.

A Different Pace of Life

More Than a House. A Life in France.

Set in the small village of Gensac, this is a home for people who want more than a holiday address. Step outside for the boulangerie, cafés and village life; look out across the valley from home; spend summer afternoons by the pool and evenings in the garden. With a garage for the car and everyday services close at hand, it offers the pleasure of rural France without feeling isolated.

Where You'll Be

Why Gensac?

A charming, tranquil village perfectly placed between Bergerac and Bordeaux — with everyday shops and services, an English-speaking doctor, and an established community of British and other international residents alongside French locals.

GENSAC Saint-Émilion 20 minutes Bordeaux 1 hour Bordeaux Airport 1 hour Spain 3 hours Atlantic Beaches Easy reach Railway Station 7 minutes

Cafés, restaurants, a pharmacy, the boulangerie and a tennis court are all a short walk away. An English-speaking doctor is available locally, and there is a well-established expat community across the surrounding wine villages.

Gensac from the west — the house sits on the edge of the old village, looking out across the valley.

The Property

The House

A warm, welcoming home designed for long, comfortable stays.

Four Bedrooms

Three king-size bedrooms, plus a flexible fourth room — comfortable for up to eight.

A Pool That's Always Ready

Professionally serviced and waiting for you the moment you arrive — no set-up, no maintenance to think about.

A Kitchen for Slow Mornings

A Siemens oven, induction cooktop, a large fridge freezer and a well-stocked pantry. Every utensil you could need is already here — right down to the air fryer and the Weber for lazy weekend barbecues.

The Wine Cellar

A cool, quiet spot for the Bordeaux you'll bring home from the vineyards next door.

Gardens & Garage

Landscaped gardens, a vegetable patch and shaded corners for lounging, plus a private garage to keep the car secure and protected when you are away.


NEW BATHROOM
PHOTOS COMING SOON

Main Bathroom — Totally New Renovation

The main bathroom is being completely renovated from top to bottom, with large-format 1000 × 300 mm travertine tiles and underfloor heating for year-round comfort. This is a totally new bathroom upgrade, designed to combine modern comfort with the character of the house.

Renovation currently underway — brand-new photographs coming soon.

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Private Pool
  • Wine Cellar
  • Chef's Kitchen
  • Gardens & Veg Patch
  • Garage
  • Fully Furnished
  • Fibre Wifi
  • English TV
  • Linen Included
  • Tennis Rackets
  • Golf Clubs
  • Pétanque Set
  • His & Hers Bicycles
  • E-Scooter

The Lifestyle

Imagine Arriving Home

Not a hotel check-in. Just the shutters, opening onto your own morning.

Wake to Church Bells

Open the shutters to morning light and the sound of the village waking up around you.

Walk to the Boulangerie

Fresh croissants, a coffee, and absolutely no rush to be anywhere else.

An Afternoon Beside the Pool

Or at a nearby vineyard, for a long lunch in the sun with a glass of something local.

Dinner in Saint-Émilion

Good food, better wine, and friends who feel like family by the end of the evening.

You don't have to leave in a few days. This is what it feels like to actually live here.

Easy French Living

A Village Home You Can Actually Live In

The appeal is not simply the house. It is the ease of the life around it — a genuine French village, beautiful countryside and the reassurance of practical services close by.

Views Across the Valley

Enjoy an open outlook across the surrounding countryside — a sense of space and calm while still living in the village.

Garden, Pool & Garage

Your own outdoor space for long lunches and summer evenings, a private pool, and a garage where the car can stay safely when you return to Britain.

Easy to Settle In

An English-speaking doctor locally and a strong British and international community in the area make the transition to life in France much easier.

Everything You Need Close to Home

Gensac has the essentials for everyday life, so owning a home here does not mean being isolated in the countryside.

  • Boulangerie & Local Shops
  • Cafés & Restaurants
  • Pharmacy
  • Local Medical Care
  • English-Speaking Community
  • Railway Station 7 Minutes

Beyond the Garden Gate

The Region

Everything Bordeaux wine country is known for, right on your doorstep.

Saint-Émilion Grand Cru

Bordeaux City

Local Markets

Bastille Day

14 July

Cycling Country Lanes

Atlantic Beaches

A Weekend in Spain

The Owners

Meet the Owners

We're Kevin and Michele. We asked ourselves the same question — and then we did it. We renovated this house completely and made it our French home. It has given us the French lifestyle we hoped for — village life, good food, vineyards, friends and time to enjoy it. We are now ready for the next chapter and would love the house to go to someone who will enjoy that same way of life.

— Kevin & Michele

Who This Home Will Suit

  • French Village Life
  • Good Wine
  • Great Food
  • Slow Living
  • Long Stays in France
  • A Lock-Up-and-Leave European Base

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

In Gensac, a small historic village in Bordeaux wine country — about 20 minutes from Saint-Émilion and around an hour from Bordeaux.

Yes. The village has everyday shops and services, a pharmacy and local medical care, including an English-speaking doctor. There is also a sizeable British and international community in the surrounding area.

Yes. The property has its own garage, ideal for keeping a car secure and protected between visits.

The asking price is €349,990. Further sale details are available directly from the owners.

The house is presented as a comfortable, established home with its garden, private pool, garage and the furnishings and equipment shown on this website. Full sale details can be confirmed directly with the owners.

This is Bordeaux wine country: vineyards, markets, quiet country roads and historic villages, with Saint-Émilion close by and Bordeaux, Bergerac and the wider southwest within easy reach.

Send an enquiry below and we will be happy to provide further details and arrange a conversation or viewing.

Get in Touch

Could This Be Your Life in France?

If you are looking for a French home rather than simply a property, we would be happy to tell you more. Send us an enquiry and we can arrange a conversation or viewing.