46800 montcuq-en-quercy-blanc, France

A charming slice of rural France - a stone farmhouse with panache.
Nestled in a delightfully sleepy hamlet in southwest France, this charming 19th-century stone farmhouse is what you might call a "country house." The good life in bricks and mortar. Cherished by the same family for 27 years (they really didn't want to leave), this property oozes character, comfort, and just the right amount of countryside.
Set in well-established gardens (lavender, roses and a few hedgehogs), the house offers magnificent views of the surrounding bucolic landscape, which can be enjoyed from the raised terrace, a glass of local wine in hand.
Inside, you'll find four generously proportioned bedrooms, including a master suite with its own dressing room and bathroom (because you need a place to contemplate your wardrobe choices). The living room has a rustic charm, with exposed stonework, a gas stove for winter evenings with wine and cheese, and a delightfully warm combination of heat pump and oil heating.
The fitted country kitchen is perfect for everyday croissants and special occasions alike, while the vaulted wine cellar is frankly a show-off (but we love it). There's also a huge stone barn with a gorgeous beamed ceiling, ideal for housing classic cars, impromptu parties, or perhaps an ambitious art installation. And yes, there's a carport too—we're trying to be practical.
Outside, the 4,749 sq m of grounds include an inviting pool, perfect for floating while pretending you're in a movie. All this bucolic splendor is just a short drive from local amenities, so you can enjoy the peace and quiet without sacrificing your morning baguette run.
In short: a much-loved, very stylish, and slightly eccentric family home - the kind of place you don't just live in, but write novels about.