French country exterior

Indulge your inner Francophile with these country houses—and what architectural elements make it positively ooh-la-la.

Love French Country homes? Find inspiration here for gorgeous neutral French Country house exterior ideas and inspiration.

Explore the art of modern French country exterior styling and discover how to create a home that exudes rustic elegance and contemporary charm. Learn about the key design elements that make this style unique and get inspired by innovative ideas for incorporating natural materials, chic architectural details, and sophisticated landscaping into your home's exterior.

Side Entrance to custom French Home with charming archway into a hidden garden.

With an assist from designer Asia Baker Stokes, photographer Claiborne Swanson Frank fashions a spacious home in Connecticut

A stunning French Country House 💖💖

This stunning house sits on a hill overlooking a small Minnesota lake. The exterior, exuding sophisticated old-world charm, is composed of stone, brick, and wood shakes, varied rooflines with gentle curves, and an abundance of glass. An entry courtyard, graceful arched doorway and bright, airy foyer leads to an inspiring living room framed with two-stories of glass, a cast-stone fireplace, and luxurious details from top to bottom.

Take a look at these beautiful homes with European farmhouse exteriors. Each one has old-world charm and architecture.