We had a wonderful stay with Mischa and his family and Gentry House, it has been our favourite place in Georgia and we were very sad to leave. Mischa is an excellent host. We stayed for two nights and had dinner and breakfast, both of which were lovely, with plenty of food and wine! The house is so peaceful , and we spent our days walking in the woods nearby and having a dip on the waterfall. We will definitely be staying here again if we are ever in Racha. Thank you so much Mischa and family!

Stayed in July 2025

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Absolutely everything, and the most were Misha with his parents and the dog 🙂 Fantastic views, hospitality, wines, inspiring house and host's full dedication to maintaining the best traditions and to developing them for the future!

Stayed in June 2025

We had a lovely stay. The host Misha is always available if anything, and it was great to get to know him and his family history connected to the place. Dinner was amazing, and the room was fantastic!

Stayed in June 2025

We loved everything even the bumpy ride up to the guesthouse!

This is a fantastic retreat in the hills near Ambrolauri. Our host Misha was so generous with the meals he made us, his wonderful wine and his time. He went out of his way to take us to a vineyard for lunch, about 30 minutes from Gentry House. He then returned to take us back. The rooms are spacious and spotless, there is a seating area in the room as well as a balcony. There is a kitchen for guests if you want to make your own meals. We can highly recommend this guesthouse to everyone

Stayed in June 2025

The Lodging: The Gentry House is located in a beautiful and idyllic location in Racha. Top-notch views, and a wonderful soundscape, especially in the morning (a diversity of birds calling, the gentle sound of cowbells twinkling across the hillside, etc.). The overall estate was unlike anything else we experienced in Georgia, and was a real highlight. Misha's family history is fascinating and several incredible artifacts from the 19th century remain. The room was especially nice -- beautifully furnished and well appointed. 10/10. The Host:  The only thing better than the lodging was the Host/Owner, Misha.  He was interesting, fun and very generous.  The latter is an understatement in the extreme.  My baggage, which did not arrive on the flight to Tblisi, was for all intents and purposes lost...I hadn't received it in over nine days and no one knew where it was.  Misha decided to get to the bottom of it, and 50 phone calls later (no exaggeration), my bag was finally in my possession.  It was incredible. A true hero!  If I could give him 100 out of 10 I would.

Stayed in June 2025

A small warning: the only downside is that you won’t want to leave… and you’ll already be planning your next stay the moment you do.

11/10. Gentry House is so much more than beautiful rooms, panoramic windows, and stunning nature. It offers a rare and genuine sense of home — a kind of care and warmth you won’t find even in the most luxurious hotels. Here, you are truly welcomed and expected. Misha is a wonderful person who pours his heart into this unique ancestral home, lived in by generations of his family. You feel like a guest in the best possible way — warmly received, yet with complete privacy. For over a kilometer around, there’s no one else, and the views are absolutely breathtaking.

Stayed in May 2025

Season was not great for this place: in early may is very vet ground.

Perfect view on surroundings with hills and mountains

Stayed in May 2025

Everything is absolutely brilliant !

Unbelievably beautiful location ! Misha is an extremely warm host , with some very interesting experiences to share ! Get there and don’t stay in your room else you will miss a real good time !!

Stayed in April 2025

If i could i would like give 11 points. I have never meet host like Misha before. Such a friendly, helpful and hospitable guy. Place is amazing. Old original house and new are next to forest and above valley with beatiful view. Big room and hot water of course. Dinner or rather feast was best from our whole stay in Georgia. You can also try local wine or vodka. One more thank you Misha and i hope that i will come back in future.

Stayed in April 2025

Gentry House is a beautiful place to stay, set in a stunning location with breathtaking views of Racha, the mountains, and the river. Misha is an incredibly generous, helpful, friendly, and caring host who made us feel like part of the family. Despite the weather not being on our side, we still had a wonderful time!

Stayed in April 2025

It does not approach exagerration for me to say that my wife and I could not have wished for a better place to enjoy our honeymoon. The setting of Gentry House is astoundingly stunning with glorious views over the valley of the Rioni River, the surrounding foothills of the Caucasus, and the distant, snow-capped peaks of the higher mountains. The property's owner, Misha Elbakhidze, matches the views in the quality of his hospitality. He is endlessly helpful, touchingly proud of the history of his property and of the local region, quick to address problems, and a great tamada. During our brief stay, he organised for us horseriding, breadmaking, and a Georgian feast, and he offers much more. He is the rare phenomenon of a tour guide without charge! It is advisable to hire your own 4X4 to arrive at Gentry House, as the 1.7km entry track is otherwise impassable. However, Misha will collect you in his own 4X4 at the beginning of the track, should your car be inappropriate. Indeed, in typical Misha generosity, he collected our fellow guests, who did not have a car at all, from Kutaisi airport at 4am!

Stayed in April 2025

There was not a single thing I didn't like about this property.

We were deeply impressed by our stay at Gentry House, especially thanks to the host, Misha, who made our visit truly special. From the very beginning, we felt at home. Misha warmly welcomed us, prepared a delicious dinner, and we spent a wonderful evening together, enjoying tasty wine and food. The place has a truly unique atmosphere – you can feel that the host puts his heart into it. The room was well-equipped, with SIM cards for internet access waiting for us, and the bathroom had everything we needed, including toothbrushes and other small amenities. The sunrise that woke us up in the morning revealed an incredible view from the window – truly breathtaking! The surroundings are beautiful, with plenty of charming places to discover. Misha gave us a tour of the property and shared the story of his family, which added even more charm to the place. Definitely worth listening to these stories! He also recommended several fantastic spots to visit nearby, which were real gems during our trip. What’s more, the communication with Misha was excellent, even after check-out – he was always happy to answer our questions about Georgia and its customs. This was probably the best stay we've had on Booking in our entire lives, full of authenticity and local life. We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a unique experience in Georgia!

Stayed in March 2025

We were looking for a quiet place different from everything tourists are looking for, an hour and a half from Kutaisi, we arrived in Racha, it is better to arrive by jeep, an amazing place, very quiet and natural.. The guy makes amazing and natural wine. Peach vodka, and there is really good meat here, we arrived during the snow period and yet we really enjoyed it. The room is very clean and has everything, hot water all the time and a kitchen equipped with everything. In addition, I must mention that the owner of the place is really a real prince, polite, fun to talk to and travel with. We really got along with him, and we will return in the summer. In the summer, the place is very, very beautiful, everything is shades of green and yellow.. and mountains, in short, a completely positive recommendation

Stayed in March 2025

We loved everything about the stay.

The property is in a beautiful setting, deep in nature, and with spectacular views of the river, forest, hills and mountains from the rooms and common areas. We did some nice hikes from the doorstep, too. The rooms are big and comfortable, with hot showers and good Wi-Fi, which is very impressive given the countryside location. Misha is a big-hearted and thoughtful host, and he organised fun activities for the kids like bread-making, and also took us on a tour of the highlights of the local area. He is passionate and knowledgeable about Racha and Georgian culture - indeed the house is full of beautiful historical details and family history - and we especially enjoyed the evening meals together with delicious Georgian dishes and wine and lots of fun!

Stayed in October 2024

The place is magical and Misha is a great host. I loved the horseback riding and chatting with others guests over amazing wine

Stayed in October 2024

Misha is amazing host and endless kindness human. It was a trip like u just visit your old friend. Amazing view, very cozy apartment, perfect food. Absolutely the best experience in Racha and Georgia at all.

Stayed in October 2024

The road to Gentry House is difficult. If in doubt, take Misha's offer to take you in his car.

Went over my expectations. If you are visiting Racha, this is the place to stay. The location is beautiful, and the rooms feel like if you are into the hills. Modern, well equipped, clean. But beyond all that, it is probable the owner Misha who makes it so outstanding, telling you the story of the place and caring for every detail. He went beyond what's expected for a host and helped me while I was feeling sick. Thank you very much for the good times.

Stayed in September 2024

One of the best experiences we’ve ever had with Booking! Amazing place, high in the mountains, the view is breathtaking, and the host is extremely exceptional! Very welcoming and friendly, met us on his car, helped with everything. Felt like visiting a friend! The place has everything you need for the stay, from fast WiFi to all the bathroom accessories. Will definitely come back again!

Stayed in September 2024

WOW - this place is something extraordinary!! Breathtaking views with nature just outside the room. The room is brand new and nicely decorated, and is very clean. Micha is an excellent host and this place has been in his family for generations, and he shared a lot of info around the place and agricultural traditions. I would recommend this to all, and we will for sure come back.

Stayed in June 2024

My husband and I were on our babymoon, and we absolutely loved every minute spent at Gentry house! The views from Misha's property are to die for. Nestled in the mountains, a very cosy Georgian house with all the facilities of a luxury hotel room. We haven't come across a host as warm, helpful and welcoming as Misha. He has an eye for every small detail and made our stay even more beautiful. Right from arranging for a lovely meal keeping in mind of our dietary requirements, to taking us on a day excursion to the lovely Racha region, getting us fresh fruits and vegetables from his garden, he made sure we had a great vacation. We are glad we chose Gentry House for our stay as we couldn't have experienced the beautiful Georgian culture anywhere else. The family house is extremely well maintained and takes you back in time to Georgian history (House is complete museum). Whereas the rooms for guests are absolutely divine, it is modern with a touch of antique. He took care of us when driving us (slow being considerate for being pregnant) to and fro the Gentry house, took us out for the day trip, his mom who was visiting at the time of our stay was so sweet to cook us some delicious pancakes for breakfast. Being in the small village everyone knows everyone it's an experience one shouldn't miss. We hope to come back again to experience this lovely atmosphere and the warmth of the Gentry house.

Stayed in June 2024

In over 6+ months of living in Georgia, the most heartwarming and beautiful place my wife and I have visited is Misha's Gentry House. Top 10 reasons to visit this place: 1. Warm welcome: Misha met us in an SUV to comfortably drive us home, telling us the history of the house and family along the way. 2. Beautiful view of the valley from the mountains. 3. The history of Misha's family (as well as Misha's own life) and the house with a rich past of over 120 years is worth a special mention!!!! 4. Centuries of Georgian traditions are preserved in many corners of the family home and surrounding buildings, which Misha personally gives an interesting tour of. 5. Delicious Georgian cuisine. 6. Lovely white wine. 7. Care and kindness from Misha is felt almost always and everywhere. 8. Cosy rooms with stained glass windows. 9. Misha's attention to details is simply amazing: wooden bed, room decoration, interesting wooden construction solutions, etc. 10. And, of course, you will have a wonderful friend Misha and unforgettable memories of your time spent. These are just the key reasons - my top 10. Everyone will find in Gentry House everything they want to find in Georgia ❤️ Mish, thank you so much for your welcome and one of the best days in Georgia. Development and prosperity of your corner 🙌

Stayed in June 2024

The host was super friendly and hospitable, as it showed he is passionate about hosting people here. The location itself is super impressive, we were reluctant to leave it in the morning.

Stayed in June 2024

Unique place where people connect with nature

Stayed in May 2024

The view from our room was incredible and in such a special location!! My partner and I stayed at several hotels during our holiday in Georgia and Gentry House was by far the best one. Misha, the owner of the hotel, really goes the extra mile to ensure that guests feel welcome and are provided with everything they need during their stay. We will definitely return when we come back to Georgia.

Stayed in May 2024