Step inside 9 luxury farmhouses to escape city life

The world’s most idyllic countryside properties

Busy cities and bustling towns have their appeal, but if you crave fresh air and tranquillity, the countryside is hard to beat.

From a charming farmhouse in France to a spectacular canyon ranch in the middle of Utah, these remarkable rural residences come with amazing homes and plenty of space for growing crops, rearing livestock or keeping horses.

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Romantic stone farmhouse: traditional French style

Set on five acres (2ha) of land, the home has five large bedrooms, two of which are situated within the roof on the third floor and feature vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. 

The master bedroom, pictured here, is bright and spacious with elegant arched casement windows and rustic farmhouse-style furnishings.

Romantic stone farmhouse: verdant gardens

The holiday home also offers three bathrooms and a large open-plan living area with a stone fireplace and wood burner for chilly evenings.

In addition, there's a beautiful garden with multiple manicured lawns, a swimming pool, a football pitch and a play area. Bliss!

54-acre (22ha) livestock farm: modern architecture

A gorgeous modern farmhouse lies in the centre of the farm. Inspired by classic barns, the two-storey residence features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a media room.

There's also a spacious entertainer's lounge, which includes a billiards table, as well as an open-plan kitchen that flows out to alfresco BBQ facilities, a dining deck and a fenced swimming pool.

54-acre (22ha) livestock farm: exposed brick walls

Décor-wise, the property is stunning, with exposed brick walls, rustic wood columns, structural steel beams, concrete floors and even pretty ceiling roses.

Large windows and sliding doors open the rooms up to the view, while the top floor houses a 484-square-foot (45sqm) outdoor terrace, purposely designed for early morning yoga, a long lunch or drinks with a view.

Rural farm and ranch: luxury log cabin aesthetic

The acreage comes complete with multiple homes. The traditional German-style Hill Country main house was originally built in the 1850s but was beautifully restored in 2007.

Stretching 5,300 square feet (492sqm), the residence has a two-storey great room, a chef’s kitchen, a dining room, three bedrooms and four bathrooms. There’s also an underground drinks cellar, a tennis court and a pickleball court.

Rural farm and ranch: German-inspired design

There’s even a one-bed guest cottage, a 1,428-square-foot (133sqm) carriage house apartment, a second German-style Hill County home from circa 1858, a 100-year-old horse barn, a German homestead from 1874 and a primary barn.

The estate also boasts multiple pastures, allowing for easy rotational grazing, three spring-fed creeks, nine water wells, six ponds and multiple cattle troughs. Plus, native whitetail, turkeys and free-ranging axis deer can be found across the ranch.

73-acre (30ha) sanctuary, British Columbia, Canada

Over in Sunnybrae, British Columbia, you'll find this lovely 74-acre (30ha) sanctuary. Nestled on the serene shores of Shuswap Lake, the property was the brainchild of tech entrepreneur Calvin Ayre.

Described as a “meticulously crafted masterpiece where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled luxury”, the property provides everything someone could need to go off-grid and live off the land.

73-acre (30ha) sanctuary: double-height rooms

The estate features two stunning lakeshore homes, completed in 2019 and 2020. They provide over 15,000 square feet (1,394sqm) of living space, including 11 bedrooms and 16 bathrooms in total. 

Each residence is equipped with bespoke finishes, expansive rooms and large windows that frame awe-inspiring views. There’s a cinema, a gym, a drinks cellar and even a wellness space with a steam room overlooking the lake.

Mediterranean oasis: authentic Spanish styling

The owners of the Airbnb property operate an oil production business and offer their lucky guests tastings and experiences to help them truly immerse themselves in farm life.

The rustic villa sleeps 16 guests and features gorgeous interior rooms, finished with beamed ceilings, sleek fireplaces, tiled floors and arched doorways. There are eight bedrooms in total, each with a luxurious en-suite bathroom.

Mediterranean oasis: mature fruit and nut trees

While the interior of the house is stunning, the grounds surrounding it are simply breathtaking. Stretching almost 100 acres (40ha), the estate benefits from a lovely swimming pool with a teak deck in the shade of the olive trees. 

The land also offers a variety of almond trees, centenary holm oaks, orange and lemon trees and a produce orchard. There are even farm animals, including donkeys, sheep and chickens.

Hobble Creek Ranch, Utah, USA

Nestled in truly astonishing surroundings, Hobble Creek Ranch can be found in Springville, Utah, on no less than 3,387 acres (1,371ha) of land.

The remote estate lies in the heart of Hobble Creek Canyon, about an hour from Salt Lake City, and is bursting with amenities and luxury touches.

Hobble Creek Ranch: endless mountain views

Hobble Creek Ranch is ideally suited for cattle and horses, with big game elk and deer hunting opportunities aplenty. The estate has all the necessary farming infrastructure, including multiple barns, stables and sheds.

There are countless paddocks and crop fields, too, as well as seven ponds and access to over 10,000 acres (4,047ha) of forest service land. There's even a separate caretaker's house and high-end equestrian facilities. The ranch was listed in May 2025 for £35.9 million ($48m).

Persie House: Jacobean wood panelling

Amazingly, the elegant property can host up to 24 guests. There are 11 bedrooms and seven bathrooms across its three floors.

There’s also an impressive entrance hall that’s clad entirely in wood, a large kitchen with an Aga, a formal dining room that can seat 18 people, a cosy study and a games room. Every single space is utterly mesmerising, with wood panelling, bay windows and brick fireplaces.

Persie House: secluded countryside location

The castle-like building is surrounded by its own private farm and estate, including a winding river filled with wild salmon.

The estate grows its own crops and is a working farm, allowing guests of the Airbnb to witness the inner workings of one of Scotland's most established country homes.

Modern castle: soaring ceilings

The home was inspired by Tuscan vineyards, European castles, historic Wisconsin barns, mid-century American industry and turn-of-the-century churches. So, it features a quirky blend of styles and finishes.

There’s an impressive entrance hall, a piano room, a formal dining room, a kitchen, four bedrooms and a movie theatre. From tin ceilings and stone fireplaces to oversized windows, every room is bursting with character.

Modern castle: historic vineyard

Yet it’s all about what’s going on outside. The vineyard was established in 2021, when 400 grapevines were planted. The estate produces various varieties, including Edelweiss, Marquette and Concord.

Guests can enjoy tastings and experiences on the estate, and even explore the working aspects of the property. How's that for behind the curtain?

Chocolate box farm, Lower Saxony, Germany

As beautiful as it is historic, this gorgeous house lies in Worpswede, in the German state of Lower Saxony. Enclosed by seemingly endless land, the property is actually an equestrian estate, with pastures, stables and a paddock, as well as a stylishly landscaped garden.

Chocolate box farm: numerous outbuildings

The property is surrounded by 8.6 acres (3.5ha) of land, with various outbuildings and barns scattered throughout. Horses live on the farm, making this a unique form of equestrian estate.

Lucky guests of the Airbnb can spend their days exploring the property and all of its natural splendour.