Le Moulin Des Vignes

La Tour des Vignes – Historic Windmill Retreat in Gironde

La Tour des Vignes is a rare and characterful holiday rental set within a beautifully restored 18th-century windmill in the heart of the Gironde countryside, southwest France.

Surrounded by vineyards and rolling farmland, this unique property offers panoramic views, privacy and a true sense of escape, while remaining close to lively market towns and celebrated wine villages.

The windmill has been carefully restored to preserve its original charm while offering modern comfort throughout. On the ground floor, a bespoke oak kitchen blends historic stonework with contemporary appliances, creating a warm and practical space for preparing meals.

Original features, including stone walls and the mill’s curved structure, give the property a distinctive atmosphere that cannot be replicated. The original stone staircase leads to a charming twin bedroom with windows opening onto uninterrupted vineyard views. At the top of the tower, the sail room provides a spectacular 360-degree outlook across the Gironde countryside, furnished with a circular seating area ideal for relaxing with a glass of local wine or enjoying quiet evenings indoors.

Outside, guests can enjoy a peaceful private garden with swimming pool, sun loungers and barbecue area, perfect for long summer days. A hot tub and fire-pit offer the opportunity to unwind under the stars, while birdsong and the gentle rhythm of rural life provide a constant backdrop.

A light-filled garden annexe adds flexibility, with a lounge opening onto a terrace and an attic-style bedroom accessed by a drop-down ladder, allowing the property to accommodate up to four guests comfortably.

Although secluded, La Tour des Vignes is only a short drive from a traditional bastide village with a bakery, cafés, patisserie and weekly market. The surrounding region is ideal for walkers and cyclists, with quiet country lanes, vineyard trails and scenic viewpoints.

Guests can explore nearby towns and wine villages, visit Saint-Émilion, Bergerac and Bordeaux, or take day trips to the Atlantic coast. La Tour des Vignes offers a unique blend of history, landscape and comfort — an unforgettable windmill escape in rural France.