luxury house for sale Moulins-Saint Opportune district of Argentan, France

Eighteenth-century master house 7-hectare estate Argentan (61)Located in the heart of Orne, 4 km from Argentan, this late eighteenth-century master house embodies the French art of living in all its nobility. Inspired by Louis XV and Louis XVI styles, it captivates at first glance with the purity of its classic architecture: facade coated in golden hues, bell tower, and clock at the pediment. Two majestic walnut trees stand guard at the entrance, announcing the exceptional character of the place. The residenceDeveloping approximately 420 m² of living space across three levels, the house offers remarkable volumes and rare brightness thanks to its cross-through rooms, double oriented east/west. It unfolds in a U-shape around a central body surmounted by its bell tower, framed by two low wings in golden hues. A harmonious composition that evokes the architecture of eighteenth-century Norman country houses.The ground floor is organized around an entrance hall, a vestibule, a large reception room, an office, a kitchen, and a vast back kitchen. An independent wing, currently converted into an apartment, offers numerous possibilities depending on the projects. The first floor distributes four bedrooms and two bathrooms; the second offers three additional attic bedrooms.Original elementsEverywhere, the original character has been carefully preserved: fireplaces including a remarkable sculpted marble mantel, country terracotta floors and cabochon tiling, ceilings with exposed beams, Hungarian point parquet floors. A remarkable turning staircase in solid wood and wrought iron, with a volute, elegantly serves the three levels. The house happily combines Norman rusticity and classical refinement.The estateThe property extends over more than 7 hectares composed of a wooded park, 5 hectares of currently rented pastures, and 1.2 hectares of woods. A beautiful set of stone outbuildings completes the estate: a large barn with remarkable timber framing, a stable with two boxes, a superb vaulted cellar, and an independent three-room caretakers house, currently rented.The unobstructed view of the pastures, where the horses of the nearby stud farm graze, and the immediate proximity of the Gouffern forest massif give the place a peaceful and inspiring atmosphere, ideal for nature lovers and equestrian enthusiasts.Location4 km from Argentan (train station, A88), 20 km from Sées (A28/A88), 60 km from Caen and its airport, 75 km from Ouistreham (ferry), 180 km from Paris. Golf 10 km away, Haras du Pin 12 km away.Fees to be borne by the seller. Property with excessive energy consumption: Energy class G, Climate class G Estimated average annual energy costs for standard use, based on energy prices from 2021: between €12,712.00 and €17,200.00. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: georisques.gouv.fr.This description has been automatically translated from French.