Aquitaine, Lot-et-Garonne, Penne-d'Agenais, France

A truly extraordinary historic home with views that deserve their own postcodeAbsolutely magnificent and dating back to the 1300s, this remarkable property is situated on the edge of the historic and much-loved town of Penne-d'Agenais — a cobbled-street place full of character, charm and a wonderfully lively atmosphere, with excellent bars and restaurants all within walking distance.Behind its gated entrance lies a rare combination of period character, beautifully landscaped gardens, and all the comforts of a wonderfully welcoming family home. With off-street parking, a garage, and 645 m² of terraced gardens, this is a property that reveals its treasures at every turn.The gardens are a delight: beautifully designed terraces, a charming lily pond, covered dining areas for long summer evenings, a sun terrace, and of course a saltwater pool, all boasting the most extraordinary views. The kind of views that make you stop mid-conversation and simply say, “Wow.”Inside, this five-bedroom, three-bathroom home is brimming with period features and historic charm. The option to create a separate annex offers added flexibility, whether for guests, extended family, or simply a place to escape to when the house is full.The living room is truly exceptional, with a magnificent vaulted ceiling and a spectacular stone fireplace a place where a cozy winter evening by the fire would be hard to beat. The handcrafted kitchen combines style and practicality, with French doors opening onto the garden, a beautifully paneled ceiling, and an AGA range cooker at its heart. The attention to detail throughout the house is truly special.A handsome entrance hall leads to an antique staircase, while other amenities include a paved parking area, a large garage, a storage room with a vaulted ceiling and a wine cellar with an ancient stone arch — for every exceptional historic home deserves such an atmospheric setting for its bottles.A light-filled office boasts views from every window, with exposed stone walls, terracotta floor tiles, and a beamed ceiling. The walls are wonderfully thick and reassuring throughout, the kind modern homes can only dream of.The bedrooms are comfortable and inviting, the bathrooms elegant and practical, with features such as a magnificent freestanding bathtub adding to the impression of timeless luxury. With double-glazed oak windows and heat pump heating, the property offers modern efficiency without compromising its historic character.Whether you're looking for the perfect holiday home to leave to its own devices, a full-time family residence, or simply a truly unique place, this house is exceptionally hard to beat. It offers that rare blend of beautiful period features and comfortable modern living.With the city of Agen less than half an hour away, offering a fast TGV connection to Paris, and Toulouse airport about an hour and forty minutes away, this extraordinary residence is as accessible as it is enchanting.Simply put, there's very little not to like. Please form an orderly queue.