Aquitaine, Lot-et-Garonne, Parranquet, France

A43160ANW47 - Approached along a quiet country lane, this beautifully restored stone 'corps de ferme' immediately conveys a sense of authenticity and refinement. Traditional materials have been used throughout, yet the overall effect is one of understated contemporary elegance.

Entry is via a generous covered terrace — an inviting threshold that sets the tone for relaxed outdoor living. Stepping inside, you arrive in the impressive double-height salon (8.3m x 5m); an grand yet welcoming space. The chic colour palette and lime/hemp plaster finishes create warmth and texture, while the scale of the room gives a wonderful sense of volume and light. It is a space designed as much for intimate winter evenings as for larger gatherings.

To the left, the dining room (4.6m x 3.9m) benefits from windows to two aspects, drawing in natural light and framing garden views. Beyond, the open kitchen (4.7m x 3.9m) enjoys far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. From here, doors open directly onto a substantial decked terrace — perfectly positioned for evening apéritifs as the sun sets across the landscape.

Beyond the main salon lies a more intimate sitting room (4.7m x 3.9m), ideal as a snug, library or television room, with a conveniently placed ground-floor WC alongside. A beautiful wooden staircase rises to a galleried landing overlooking the principal living space, enhancing the sense of architectural cohesion. Upstairs are three double bedrooms (3.5m x 3.4m; 3.8m x 2.7m; 3.5m x 2.8m), each with its own en-suite bathroom with tadelakt plaster, offering privacy and comfort for family and guests alike.

From the ground floor, a staircase leads down to the first independent guest apartment. This well-conceived space offers two bedrooms (5.6m x 3.0m and 3.5m x 2.7m), a salle d’eau and a separate bathroom, a comfortable salon (5.2m x 2.8m) with direct level access to the pool terrace, and its own kitchen (3.5m x 3.0m). The layout allows complete autonomy while remaining seamlessly connected to the main residence.

The second gîte, accessed from a large covered terrace, occupies a beautifully restored former porcherie. Here, a large open-plan living space with kitchen (6.5m x 5.0m) combines rustic character with modern comfort. A spacious bedroom (4.6m x 4.3m), bathroom (2.8m x 2.6m) and separate laundry (2.9m x 1.7m) complete this charming and highly functional ground floor dwelling.

A substantial barn and garage complete the ensemble, offering extensive storage, workshop space or further development potential.

The grounds are as thoughtfully composed as the house itself. Close to the buildings, carefully nurtured planting provides structure, texture and colour throughout the seasons. Beyond lie lawns, meadows and mature trees leading to a tranquil pond, while the pool terrace offers sweeping views over open countryside — a private and peaceful setting in which to enjoy the very best of south-west France.