Lauzerte, Midi-Pyrénées 82110

Charming period French stone farmhouse An exceptional and charming character farmhouse, built of French-style stone, situated in an idyllic and wonderfully peaceful corner of southwest France - the kind of place that makes you want to immediately buy a straw hat and perfect your pétanque technique. Approached through a gated entrance and a charming driveway lined with fruit trees, the property extends over nearly 4 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens and meadows. It offers in abundance that elusive lifestyle of the 'French dream', and even more. The main house comprises four inviting bedrooms, complemented by a separate guest annex ideal for accommodating family, friends, or those who say they're staying 'just a few days' (and never really leave). Inside, the house is brimming with period features: a comfortable sitting room with exposed stone walls, a large stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove, beamed ceilings, and traditional tiled floors. A second, more private sitting room offers a peaceful retreat, while French doors open directly onto the garden, enhancing the sense of harmony between indoors and out. The rustic country kitchen is both charming and practical, with built-in appliances, and the bedrooms and bathrooms are comfortable, warm, and full of character. Modern comforts are carefully integrated, including gas central heating, double glazing, and solar panels because even in the countryside, efficiency matters. Outside, the magic truly happens. A swimming pool with an electric cover is bordered on three sides by a laurel hedge, creating a private oasis with a sun terrace and breathtaking views. There is also a covered terrace for leisurely meals in complete tranquility, an impressive stone barn, a traditional bread oven (perfect for expressing your inner baker), and several additional outbuildings. All this is located just a five-minute drive from the lively market town of Montagui-de-Quercy, with its bustling Saturday market, shops and restaurants, and only ten minutes from the historic charm of Lauzerte. In short: a slice of rural French paradise with just enough practicality to make a perpetual stay entirely feasible.