The Doves' nest House in the rempart

Well equipped property in the village. While we did not cook, the kitchen would be fine for simple meals. The apartment has good linens and some nice welcoming touches. Note—this property is not suitable for people with mobility issues (ancient, uneven, but charming stairs).Highly recommend.

A modern walk through historical times

Absolutely loved our stay! The home is cozy and comfortable. It is well equipped with kitchen, etc. Gorgeous village!

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!

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.

The apartment has been nicely updated. Our only consideration is the limited privacy of the upstairs bedroom. Opens to the living room with only curtains over the doorway. Depending on who is sharing the unit (family or two couples) this maybe an issue. It is well furnished. The kitchen is rather small if you intend to do a lot of cooking and eating in. But with all the wonderful restaurants in the area that may not be a concern.

We had a wonderful holiday in Riquewihr in June this year. The Sentinel was our home for four weeks. The apartment was everything we expected from our study of the excellent website and could have asked for nothing more. It is ideal for two people. A pleasant ambience was created with simple but comfortable furniture in keeping with the character and age of the building. Modern appliances kept us in the 21st century and the standard of cleanliness was excellent. Riquewihr is an artist's paradise. My husband had a wonderful time with his sketchbooks and pastel pencils. To enter the town was like walking onto the set of the opera 'The Meistersingers of Nuremberg.' The length of our stay gave us ample time to savour the delights of Riquewihr and build up a rapport with the local shopkeepers. It also enabled us to explore other villages long the wine route as well as the attractive 'easy to drive in' Vosges Mountains without having to travel excessive distances. The assistance given to us on our arrival by the owner and the housekeeper throughout our stay was greatly appreciated. Nothing was too much trouble. We enjoyed the restaurants, Le Sarment D'Or, Le Tire Bouchon and Le Brendel Stub and supported L'Epicerie and Boulangerie. We would certainly come again, health and age permitting.

This charming apartment is the ideal base from which to enjoy the medieval town of Riquewihr as well as explore the nearby towns and villages via the local wine route. We travelled by local bus or on foot -- a car is not necessary. Riquewihr itself is very popular with tourists but mostly these are day-trippers, leaving the evenings for those of us lucky enough to be staying there. The description of the property and the photos were very accurate, though nothing could prepare a visitor for the charming views or the care and attention with which the apartment has been decorated. Customer service was excellent -- we were contacted by telephone within a few hours, even though our initial inquiry was made over the Christmas holiday period. We would absolutely recommend this apartment and have already done so. Nearby attractions include the town of Hunawihr, with its butterfly garden and nature preserve and, of course, there are lots of vineyards and caves for wine-tasting. Recommended restaurants in Riquewihr include the Dolder and Le Sarment d'or. All in all, a real gem and highly recommended.

My friends and I rented Le Columbier for a week-long stay in May 2009. We freely admit that we are very selective about where we stay, but, that said, Le Coumbier was absolutely perfect. Valerie, the housekeeper, met us at the previously agreed-upon time, and showed us around. We found the accommodations to be first-class, all the way: luxurious linens, extremely comfortable beds and pillows, a nicely furnished kitchen. Everything was spotless. It was obvious to all of us that a lot of time and money had been spent in the restoration of this property. I found this property on the internet while searching last year for a place to use as a base for visiting the Route du Vin area of Alsace. In this instance, it more than exceeded our high expectations. Additionally, it is so close to many charming towns and villages, as well as less than an hour from Strasbourg. We enjoyed Riquewihr in the early morning and evenings, and traveled throughout the days. I would highly recommend this as a perfect place for two couples (or, in our case, a couple and a single person). Each bedroom had its own in-suite bathroom, and with one on the first floor and one on the third, everyone had their own space. Thank you, Jean-Paul and Valerie, for helping to make our vacation so lovely!

Our group of 4 middle-aged Canadian couples- all well-travelled , and experienced in European house rentals- found this wonderful house on the internet and were extremely happy with our stay here. The house is exactly as beautiful as the photos would suggest- it is spotless, very comfortable (beds were wonderful) and completely equipped with everything needed for self-catering. There are shops within a few minutes walk, to buy whatever you need in the way of food and wine. The restoration has been done in such a way as to preserve the character of this ancient house, but provide comforts and conveniences expected in a 5 star hotel (the bathrooms are spectacular). The furnishings, artwork, dishes and cooking equipment are all first class; furnishings are comfortable, yet fitting the character of the house well . The owner greeted us on arrival and took extraordinary care of us- he really did go out of his way to make our stay absolutely unforgettable ( arranged special dinner reservations, wine tasting, and more). We enjoyed meeting him and found his hospitality above and beyond anything we have experienced. We found Riquewihr quite magical- a medieval town perfectly preserved - surrounded by hills of grape vines. There are many places of interest to visit nearby. However, the house is so lovely, it is tempting to stay put, reading in the living room while looking out the windows at views of the hills and vines. We rented all 3 apartments and found this worked very well for our group of 8. We used La Columbier as the base for cooking and socializing. There was enough room for 8 around the table and the living area was also roomy enough for us. Having individual bathrooms for all was very nice. We certainly plan to return again -as this house was an unforgettable place and the surrounding countryside offers many places to explore. It is convenient to Strasbourg as well as other major centers - Basle, Freiburg. We would recommend this house to anyone who enjoys staying in a quiet, comfortable home, shopping for local food and wine, and feeling at home, while exploring new places. And if cooking is not for you, there are good restaurants within a 5 minute walk (a list of recommendations is provided) Altogether a fabulous experience and we will come again!