Country equestrian property

A Substantial Slice of French Country Heaven – With a Pigeon Tower to Boot

Tucked away at the end of a quiet country lane and hidden behind grand iron electric gates, this magnificent stone country house dating from 1771 is the very definition of idyllic country living — with just the right amount of 21st-century comfort.

Set in over five hectares of land, complete with equestrian facilities including fenced paddocks, a sand school, woodland, and beautiful established gardens (yes, there’s even a Cedar of Lebanon – non-negotiable for any self-respecting country estate), this is a property that truly has it all.

Inside, you’ll find six bedrooms (with the potential to carve out a self-contained ground floor annexe if needed), all full of charm, character and plenty of elbow room. From original wooden floors and exposed stone walls, to twin fireplaces with log-burning stoves and travertine flooring, it’s a home that manages to be both grand and wonderfully cosy at the same time.

The heart of the house is the generous open-plan living room, dining room and stylish modern kitchen, with French doors opening out onto a raised decked terrace — perfect for sipping something chilled while soaking up those glorious countryside views. There’s also a separate sitting room with a beamed ceiling and an impressively monumental fireplace (ideal for long winter evenings or dramatic storytelling).

Upstairs, the master suite includes a walk-in dressing room and a luxurious bathroom, while all the other bedrooms are equally inviting and tastefully presented.

Beneath it all, the spectacular vaulted cellars are full of potential, and the prettiest three-storey pigeonnier you’ve ever seen stands ready to become the ultimate home office, guest suite, or artist’s retreat.

Outbuildings? You’re covered. A large barn with stables, tack room, garage, horse shelter, chicken house, and even an old pigsty (brimming with rustic charm) offer versatility galore.

And for those warmer months, the stunning 12 x 6 metre swimming pool comes with its own gated entrance, summer kitchen, pool house and sun terrace – all ready for entertaining, lounging, or simply pretending you’re in a movie.

Practicalities include double glazing, gas central heating, and excellent presentation throughout. And while you’ll feel blissfully away from it all, the lively village of Montaigu-de-Quercy (with its Saturday market, restaurants and supermarket) is just five minutes down the road, and the historic town of Lauzerte is a mere ten-minute drive.

If this isn’t the French dream – we’re not quite sure what is.