luxury house for sale Avoine, France

In the Orne department, on the outskirts of the Norman Switzerland region, a 17th-century farm-manor house, its courtyard and garden of nearly 7,700 m². A long driveway, 300 years old and planted with horse chestnut trees, leads to the 17th-century impregnable-looking seigniorial home, once the estate of the famous marquis d’Ango. A covered double gateway with a basket-handle arch decorated with the coat of arms of the Motte Ango family, as well as an adjacent pedestrian door open onto a grand rectangular courtyard. All around, organised in a U shape, is the central manor and its outbuildings, the tree-filled garden and the chateau’s former moats. Facing the courtyard on the southern side, the 17th-century dwelling has two floors with convertible attic space, crowned with a gabled flat tile ochre roof. It is punctuated with three dormer windows topped with triangular pediments. Its stately façades are made out of hard masonry, granite, limestone, schist, puddingstone, formed from large dressed rubble stone. The windows are aligned in vertical rows, including the dormer windows, inserted into dressed grey granite surrounds.

ORNE - 15 MN FROM ARGENTAN Boasting exceptional views of the winding Orne Valley, this square-courtyard farmhouse reveals its rich history. Tastefully renovated, the 280 m² main residence features a superb 64 m² living room with a stone fireplace and a panoramic view of the garden. There is also a large 46 m² kitchen with authentic charm, 4 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. Opposite, within the courtyard complex, a harmonious 227-square-meter guest house features a living room of 42 m², 5 bedrooms, and 3 en-suite bathrooms. Surrounded by 2.08 hectares of meadow, the buildings house a remarkable reception hall with perfect acoustics (approx. 137 m²) and other spaces suitable for conversion. This remarkable site has been listed on the “Inventory of Sites,” which protects the exterior grounds. Set in an exceptional heritage setting, this home charms with its thoughtful design. 15 km from the Argentan train station. Energy class: D Climate class: B Estimated annual energy costs for standard usage: between €2,290 and €3,110 per year Prices indexed to 2021. Information on the risks associated with this property is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Just a 10-minute drive from Argentan, in a pleasant village close to all amenities, a beautiful architect-designed house spread over two floors and offering 175 m² of living space: on the ground floor, a large entrance hall leading to a dining room with access to a terrace and a living room with a fireplace, a toilet, a separate fitted kitchen, and a utility room with access to the basement; upstairs, a landing leading to two bedrooms, a corridor leading to a bedroom or large dressing room, a bathroom, a toilet and a master bedroom with en-suite shower room; a basement with a large garage and a workshop. Enclosed, wooded grounds of 4,630 m². Quiet and pleasant surroundings. Just 1½ hours from Paris by train (Argentan station) and 2 hours from Paris by car. Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) dated 12/9/2022. Estimated average annual energy costs for standard usage, based on energy prices as of 1 January 2021: Low estimate €2,180 and High estimate €3,010 per year. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Mercure Group presents this beautiful 11-hectare estate near Argentan, in the Orne region, surrounded by prestigious stud farms. The vast 17th-century dwelling has been tastefully renovated and features beautiful reception rooms with fireplaces and a very pleasant modern kitchen. Upstairs, there is a study and six very attractive bedrooms with en suite shower rooms and toilets. Off the living room, a pretty terrace opens onto a pond with tall grasses, then onto a 25-metre swimming corridor, providing a charming backdrop. A former flax drying shed has been converted into a gîte with jacuzzi and sauna. A large living room lit by large picture windows and its kitchen-dining area. Four bedrooms and two shower rooms for a comfortable weekend. An old grain mill, converted into a charming gîte surrounded by meadows, with three bedrooms and their bathrooms. The 13 hectares estate has 13 existing and 18 potential stables, a pond, extensive outbuildings and numerous sheds for equestrian facilities. The property offers comfortable living in unspoilt surroundings. Sale price including fees: 1 950 000 € Fees payable by the buyer Fees : 5% of the price excluding fees Sale price excluding fees: 1 857 142 € Manor house : Energy class : D Climate class: B Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between €6,540 and €8,890 per year. Average energy prices indexed to 2021, 2022 and 2023. Gîte 1 : Energy class: E Climate class: B Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between €3,190 and €4,350 per year. Prices indexed to 1 January 2021. Gite 2 : Energy class: D Climate class: B Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between €960 and €1,340 per year. Prices indexed to 1 January 2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Ref.3995 : 17th C. farm-manor house in Normandy (Orne department). This charming property is located in the countryside in the south of the Orne department, in the vanguard of the famous Suisse Normande, a land of exceptional tourist sites. The pride of a small rural commune of 255 inhabitants, this charming property lies in the middle of nowhere, born of an environment dedicated to well-being and good living. The resourceful towns are quickly accessible and offer numerous road and rail communication facilities. With its discreet, unspoilt setting, this estate will provide its future owners with a high-quality family or professional environment. The acquisition of an additional land is possible, thus reconstituting for a part the splendour of the original 12th century Seigneurie... Designed in a defensive manner in the form of a square courtyard protected by high stone walls with a single entrance via a double-passage porch, this group of buildings of great homogeneity highlights a vast main courtyard protected by the moat separating it from the neighbouring seigneury. The ensemble is built around a main dwelling built of granite over 3 stories and topped by a 4-sided flat tile roof. Three stone pediment dormers decorate the main south-west facing facade; the rear, which is more protected, reveals two high, atypical fireplaces. The large main courtyard has retained a grassed, wooded area which provides a pleasant break from the imposing succession of outbuildings and their inevitable minerality. The whole is of perfect unity having benefited from a high quality restoration which today only calls for contemplation. The dwelling has approx. 305sqm of living space, distributed as follows : On the ground floor: central entrance hall with granite staircase. wc, on the right-hand side lounge with monumental granite fireplace of 32sqm; bedroom to follow (current study) of 18sqm adjoining a shower room. To the rear, a storage room and wc. Ceiling height at 2.90m. On the left side a large dining room with a monumental granite fireplace of 48sqm, kitchen of 24sqm, and a back kitchen of 10m² to follow. First floor: landing leading to the right to a 30sqm bedroom with parquet floor and fireplace, adjoining shower room and toilet, 15sqm bedroom in a row. On the left: passage equipped with a dressing room leading to another bedroom of 25sqm with parquet floor and fireplace, adjoining a bathroom equipped with a shower and wc. Ceiling height: 2.90m. Attic: complete surface with insulated cob floor (7cm) + rock wool (30cm) + wood panels. Superb oak framework topped with 'Saint Andrew's crosses'. Numerous possibilities of development, without great height under crossbeams. The outbuildings crown the courtyard of honour on either side of the dwelling. On the left-hand side of the dwelling: boiler room/security rooms/workshop (rear roof to be remodelled). At right angles: large storeroom/old brick-paved stables/charettery. Outside greenhouse. On the right-hand side of the house: wine cellar/vast garage with mezzanine; At right angles: stable with attic/ entrance porch/ former wine press with floors. Open-plan building with remaining beautiful stone arches. The outbuildings are in good general condition in terms of masonry and roofing, and are for the most part equipped with electricity. They constitute an exceptional potential for extension of the main dwelling, from which they are easily accessible. The perfect execution of the pointing perfectly highlights this structured ensemble, beautifully enhanced by the unity of the paintings chosen for the windows... We are well in the 17th century ... lulled by Louis XIV . The main courtyard forms the main part of the landscape, half of which is paved with stones and half with grass. grass. The coolness of the nearby moat has encouraged the planting of a curtain of trees (prunus, laurel, birch, yew, conifer) to avoid any possible overlooking of the neighbouring property. The outbuildings are surrounded by a strip of land dedicated to a vegetable garden and a few fruit trees (apple, pear, plum, cherry, mirabelle)... The surrounding area is under cultivation, interspersed with grassland, as far as the eye can see. No visual, sound or odour nuisance disturbs these surroundings, which, through their peacefulness, are a reminder that the richness of our heritage is often rooted in rural life. The property is not subject to any easement. It consists of a 7725sqm right of way. Cabinet LE NAIL - Lower-Normandy - Mr Eric DOSSEUR : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Eric DOSSEUR, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 409 867 512 . We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Réf. 4754 : Beautiful country house for sale near Argentan This elegant Norman residence is located at the northern edge of the Orne department, on the threshold of neighbouring Calvados, from which it is separated by only a few leagues. Set on the outskirts of a small market town of some 530 inhabitants, it enjoys a pleasant rural environment, punctuated by a tree-filled park partially bordered by water-filled moats. Everyday necessities are available within the village itself, which offers a local convenience store, while the towns of Falaise and Argentan, equidistant from the property, provide a wider range of shops and services. Road, motorway and rail links are all close at hand, allowing access to the capital in under three hours. A wealth of leisure activities—including hiking, climbing, canoeing, horse riding, fishing, golf and cycling along greenways—can be enjoyed throughout the remarkable sites of nearby “Norman Switzerland”. Human in scale yet offering multiple possibilities for extension limited only by the imagination, this property, rich in authenticity and understated elegance, lends itself equally well to private or professional projects, whether as a permanent residence or a country retreat. The property remains true to its origins, as evidenced by the sobriety and symmetry of its façades, which reflect an architectural quality worthy of the Grand Siècle. Built over three levels around a central entrance framed by two pilasters, and topped with a four-pitched tiled roof featuring an elegant pediment crowned with a finial, the main body reveals local stone construction coated with a striking and unusual “remarkable charcoal-rendered finish”. The openings are arranged in regular bays, of generous proportions, and fitted with shutters. The façades are perfectly symmetrical. It should be noted that the south-facing façade was most likely the original formal entrance, given the sculpted decorative elements adorning the doorway. Nevertheless, the ornamental garden is located on the north side, thus reversing the traditional layout. The main residence is flanked by two adjoining buildings of lesser height: one possibly intended as staff accommodation, the other originally dedicated to cider production. Offering an internal surface area of approximately 334 sqm, the main house is laid out as follows: Basement: A certain Bacchus would not have overlooked it: the basement is limited to a small wine cellar. Ground floor: A natural entrance on the north-east side, arranged in “double depth”, also allowing access from the south-west. North-East side: Entrance hall leading, on the right, to a small wood-panelled sitting room/library with a fine stone fireplace featuring an overmantel; generous ceiling height with exposed joists. On the left, access to a dining room with terracotta floor tiles, panelling, and a fireplace with an overmantel. South-West side: Entrance hall with a stone staircase. To the right, a kitchen with terracotta floor tiles, a monumental stone fireplace, and generous ceiling height with exposed joists. To the left, a large drawing room with tiled flooring in a cabochon style, a marble fireplace with overmantel, and painted wood panelling. Access to the upper floor is via an elegant stone staircase with wooden balustrades, leading to a landing and arrival area paved with terracotta tiles. The ceiling height on this level reaches an impressive 3.30 metres. First floor: A landing leads to four bedrooms of approximately 20 sqm each, with terracotta tiles or parquet flooring and exposed beams. Each features a stone fireplace with an overmantel. One of the bedrooms adjoins a storage room set beneath the eaves. There is a separate bathroom and WC on this level. One of the bedrooms provides a connection to the adjoining wing of the house via a staircase, leading to a half-landing and a small apartment comprising a bedroom, an ancillary room and a shower room with WC. Second floor: Accessible via a miller’s ladder, this level offers a vast convertible attic made up of three rooms of almost identical proportions, separated by load-bearing walls. Exposed roof trusses, insulated intermediate joists, existing electrical installation, and floors of cob or timber boarding complete this level, which offers significant potential for further development. Outbuildings : Adjoining the main residence, a small stone outbuilding under a tiled roof comprises, on the ground floor, a technical room of approximately 60 sq m housing the oil-fired boiler, the heat pump, electrical panels and the hot water cylinder. The upper floor has been converted into a self-contained apartment. 1/ A large barn of 112 sqm, featuring a “cathedral-style” roof structure, adjoins a former cider press measuring approximately 56 sqm. 2/ A row of three small stone outbuildings under tiled roofs, respectively used as: a fruit store (6 sqm), a byre (15 sqm), stables (22 sqm). 3/ A fine stone barn under a tiled roof, aligned with the main residence, currently used as a hangar (44 sqm) and garages (72 sqm). A miller’s staircase leads to a full-length attic above. The potential offered by the outbuildings is considerable, providing a wealth of possibilities likely to appeal to the most creative or ambitious projects. The welcoming main entrance, located to the North-East, is both understated and elegant, immediately revealing the harmony of an English-style landscaped park. From here, the eye is drawn in the distance to the fine proportions of this noble residence and its neighbouring outbuildings. No tree is left to the imagination, as all are present: sequoia, American red oak, maple, poplar, weeping beech, bald cypress, larch, lime, tulip tree, magnolia, liquidambar and pine, not to mention several fruit trees including walnut, plum and pear. The park features flower beds, bamboo, natural hedges and extends as far as the terraces of the house, attractively enhanced by hydrangeas. Beautiful water-filled moats, stone-lined and fed by natural springs, complete the setting, partially encircling the park. A charming former washhouse punctuates the natural course of the banks, also serving as an overflow outlet. Carp and eels share this aquatic haven. The South-facing façade is more restrained, structured around the outbuildings and remnants of old walls recalling the former presence of agricultural buildings that likely did not survive the ravages of war. It is worth noting the presence of what is now referred to as a “service” entrance, benefiting from a favourable right of way for the property. This entrance provides access to all the outbuildings. Set within a landholding of approximately 2.47 acres, the property offers the appeal of a verdant, open and charming landscape, while keeping maintenance requirements within a reasonable and manageable scope. Cabinet LE NAIL - Lower-Normandy - Mr Eric DOSSEUR : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Eric DOSSEUR, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 409 867 512 . We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Charming 16th century manor house, set in 1 ha 84 land with training arena, in stud farm region. Roughly 240 sqm of comfortable living space with well-preserved period elements including stone staircase. Collection of outbuildings. Quiet location. Energy class: E/E.

Ref 4916: Elegant, stately Norman residence situated 14 km from Argentan This elegant Norman manor house is situated at the northern tip of the Orne department, on the border with Calvados, from which it is separated by just a few leagues. Set apart from a village of some 530 inhabitants, it enjoys a pleasant rural setting, featuring a wooded park bordered by a small river running along the edge of the property. Day-to-day needs can be met in the nearby village, which has a mini-market, whilst the towns of Argentan and Falaise, equidistant from the property, offer additional shops and services. Major roads, motorways and rail links are nearby, allowing you to reach the capital in under three hours. A wealth of leisure activities (hiking, climbing, canoeing, horse riding, fishing, golf, cycle paths…) abound amongst the remarkable sites of the nearby ‘Normandy Switzerland’. Modest in size, yet imbued with an authenticity that echoes centuries past, this property exudes charm through its simplicity… drawing the passing guest into an irresistible vision of life. The main building features a quadrangular stone structure, rising four storeys high, topped by a hipped roof of flat tiles. A monumental chimney and a chimney breast lend the whole building a sense of balance and harmony, thereby breaking up the austerity of the architecture. A spiral staircase beautifully complements the north façade. Arrow slits serve as a reminder of the building’s defensive nature, whilst the mullioned windows bear witness to the first alterations carried out as early as the 17th century. The whole is a coherent, charming and authentic ensemble… a beautiful chapter in history… a fine example of Normandy’s rich heritage. With a living area of 161 sqm, the house is laid out as follows: Ground floor: main entrance on the south-west façade, opening onto a tiled living/dining room with a fan-vaulted ceiling, featuring a monumental stone fireplace incorporating an old bread oven. The keystone is carved with three fish. High ceilings at 3 metres. Access to a small guardhouse on the mezzanine level via a curious, very narrow stone staircase. A beautiful spiral staircase leads up to the upper floors. A toilet and washbasin have been fitted in the lower section of this staircase. A small kitchen adjoins the living area. On the first floor: large living area currently used as a workshop. Original terracotta floor tiles, wood panelling, exposed joists. Small adjoining bedroom (8 sqm) with a fireplace, adjoining a bathroom. Ceiling height 3.14 m. On the second floor: a bedroom with wooden flooring, a stone fireplace, a bookcase and internal shutters. En-suite shower room with toilet. Ceiling height: 2.55 metres. On the third floor: a room with wooden flooring, converted from the loft into a living room, bedroom and study. Exposed cathedral-style roof trusses. Ridge height 3.28 m. Water supply connection. Insulation. The property has only one small outbuilding, originally built of stone but now reinforced with concrete blocks. The roof is covered with small tiles. The whole structure covers an area of around 30 sqm. This small outbuilding houses all the utility facilities for the main house (boiler room, washing machines, workshop and storage room). The property enjoys a rural setting, where the landscape is naturally landscaped, with three-hundred-year-old oaks, chestnut trees and ash trees growing side by side… not to mention the inevitable apple trees… or the rather unexpected kiwi trees. ‘La Gronde’ stream runs partly around the property, offering enthusiasts a peaceful spot for fishing. The property retains its privacy thanks to the old vegetable garden wall, which shields it from any view from the neighbourhood. A winding path runs along the edge of this lush plot, covering nearly 50 ares, guiding the guest towards the exit. No particular nuisances or easements disturb the serenity of this mysterious, resolutely discreet residence. Cabinet LE NAIL - Lower-Normandy - Mr Eric DOSSEUR : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Eric DOSSEUR, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 409 867 512 . We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Réf.4545 : Near Argentan, a fine manor farm offering reception facilities and a table d’hôtes, for sale. In the winding roads of Suisse Normande, centuries have shaped an exceptional landscape dotted with remarkable residences, living witnesses to the ancient history of Normandy. From Argentan to the outskirts of Caen, Suisse Normande boasts an architectural and historical heritage that has been jealously preserved from the ravages of civilisation. As a result, numerous manor houses and châteaux have privatised protected natural areas, granting themselves undisturbed peace and serenity. This farmhouse-manor house is fully in keeping with this tradition of hospitality and conviviality, offering today an ideal setting for receiving guests, organising meals with locals and creating a characterful inn. An elegant outbuilding of the neighbouring castle, this dwelling displays all the characteristics of a fortified 'farm-manor house', whose numerous outbuildings mark the visceral attachment to the land that animated the lords who once lived here. The property benefits from a reassuring neighbourhood while retaining its much-appreciated privacy. Nature offers a breathtaking view free from any disturbances. Daily life is taken care of just a mile away (5 km), with the town of Argentan providing shopping, crafts, administrative and logistical services. Step into the authenticity of the Orne valleys, peaceful holiday destinations just two hours by train from the capital. Suisse Normande is a privileged corner of paradise... a secret that you should discover... and keep to yourself. The property has an imposing structure comprising 4 buildings arranged opposite each other to form a courtyard of honour. An arched porch joins two conical towers with archways. The buildings are large, built of stone with tiled roofs. The windows are of various sizes, in keeping with their respective functions. The defensive aspect is very marked, originally limiting openings to the outside. More recent alterations have made up for the risk of a lack of light. The property comprises a main building that has been converted into a dwelling, logistical outbuildings and areas reserved for animals. While the outbuilding directly adjoining the dwelling has retained its utilitarian character (garages, storeroom and attic), the building opposite has undergone a complete interior conversion (reception room, guest house, boiler room). The main dwelling, enriched by a terrace overlooking the horizon, exceptionally untouched by any nuisance, is a natural extension for outdoor lunches and dinners, in the heart of a listed site. With an interior surface area of around 280 sqm, the dwelling is distributed as follows: Ground floor: Tiled central entrance hall on the south side (9.45 sqm) giving access on the left to a vast paved lounge (64 sqm) with a dining area. Monumental contemporary fireplace. Exposed joists. (Ceiling height (HSP) 2.44 m) large bay windows opening onto the terrace, enhanced by a 'cathedral' space giving it a 'loft' feel. Rear access via a hallway leading to the tiled kitchen. Laundry room and WC set back. Kitchen with dining area (46 sqm), fitted under the sloping ceiling. Tiled floor. External exit. Rear access to a former one-car garage (4.40 x 3.20 m), converted into a workshop. 2.66 m high. Adjoining shed, accessed via an old paved fruit garden, with a second staircase leading down. Exterior exit via the gable. First floor: comfortable wooden 'meunier' stairway giving access to a vast 'cathedral' landing room with parquet flooring (57 sqm), with multiple uses (library/study/summer lounge). A stone staircase leads outside to the first floor of the adjoining outbuilding. Straight 'meunier' staircase leading to 2 mezzanine bedrooms linked by a footbridge. Access 1 to a shower room and separate WC. Bedroom 1 with parquet flooring (18 sqm). Lounge/music room with parquet flooring (30 sqm). Exposed timbers. Passageway 2 leads to a bathroom and separate WC. Bedroom 2 with parquet flooring (22 sqm). Exposed stone walls. Wooden staircase leading to 2 attic bedrooms (3 and 4) with parquet flooring, linked by a footbridge. The rear terrace is a good size, with stone paving, allowing access from either the living room or the kitchen. There is a separate storage room with an upper floor, served by a wooden staircase. Outbuildings ; 1/ OUTBUILDING 1: set back from the main dwelling, long building comprising on the ground floor a large room (61 sqm) with hexagonal floor tiles; exposed joists; exposed stone walls. 2.50 m high. There is an old walled-in door leading into the lounge of the dwelling, thus creating interesting potential for extension. The first floor comprises a vast attic (61 sqm) with a wooden floor. The basement is a good height for conversion. This attic can be accessed via an outside stone stairway. It could be converted into a study/library/summer lounge in the dwelling. A neutral area with no easements or overlooking features has been transferred to the neighbouring property by the previous owners. The same applies to the watchtower adjoining the garages. The interweaving of the outbuildings with the neighbouring manor house made this allocation possible, without detracting from the spirit of the whole, and without generating any disturbing cohabitation. This is followed by 2 garages with elegant arched openings. 2/ OUTBUILDING 2: Adjoining the entrance porch, a beautiful watchtower with archery, a perfect copy of its neighbour... watching out for approaching visitors! The adjoining building remains the property of the château and is used as a garage. 3/ OUTBUILDING 3: a long building located opposite outbuilding no. 1, which has been refurbished inside, as follows: A large reception room with parquet flooring, 133 m² in size, with an overall height of around 9 m, equipped with 2 podiums. This room was designed as an auditorium and is used for numerous musical gatherings. Whitewashed walls. A small kitchen is attached. At the rear is the wood silo for the boiler. Garage for 1 car (concrete slab), with a small stairway leading to an attic. Boiler room to follow: wood chip boiler. There is an old De Dietrich boiler (out of order) and a plastic oil tank. Electric hot water tank. WC. 4/ THE GUEST HOUSE: converted in 1994 from what was probably staff accommodation, it has undergone a complete and meticulous renovation to accommodate friends or passing guests. Ground floor: Living room with single stone fireplace (42 sqm) - Hexagonal terracotta floors - Lime rendered walls - Exposed joists - High ceilings (2.85 m). Bedroom 1 located in the tower (diameter 3.95m) - Tiled floor - lime rendered walls - plaster ceiling. Utility room with shower and WC - Hexagonal terracotta floor. Kitchen (10 sqm) - Hexagonal terracotta floor - lime plastered walls - Exterior exit. Small passageway with wooden spiral staircase. Bedroom 2 on the right (31 sqm) - Stone floor - Exposed joists - Washbasin. Small adjoining shower room - separate WC. 1st FLOOR: large bedroom 3 (32 sqm) with parquet flooring, bath, washbasin and WC. Exposed joists - lime rendered walls. 2.50 m high ceilings. Small central bedroom 4 (10 sqm) - Hexagonal floor tiles - Lime rendered walls. Single bed. Bedroom 5 with parquet flooring (43 sqm) - Wooden fireplace with overmantel. Sleeps 3. En-suite bathroom in the tower (diameter 3.95 m) - WC - Decorative frieze on the ceiling. WINDOW accessible by spiral staircase. Simple storeroom; not suitable for conversion. The property has retained its authenticity and benefits from a mixed view, thanks to its 'lantern' windows. The 4.94 acres plot is divided between a main courtyard and grasslands planted with a variety of fruit trees (apple, pear, mirabelle, plum, cherry and apricot). A vegetable garden is a reminder of the self-sufficient life of these manor farms... A beautiful pond of around 200 m² completes the setting, allowing a few wild ducks to nest peacefully in the shade of the protective ash trees. The surrounds are walled, and it is highly likely that the bottom is also paved. The grassland allow a few donkeys and horses to enjoy the generous anf abundant grass. A 9 x 3m wooden shelter provides shelter if needed, and stores essential hay. A kennel for dogs and chickens.... Good neighbourly relations could lead to additional adjoining grassland being made available. The immediate surroundings are flat, allowing the eye to wander over the wooded hills of the Orne valley, where civilisation has been forgotten, leaving the land to a rich and wild fauna. A characterful manor farm steeped in history, offering generous volumes, authenticity and an exceptional natural setting, ideally suited to a project as an inn, table d’hôtes or reception venue centred around dining, in the spirit of a warm and genuine welcome in a private home. Cabinet LE NAIL - Lower-Normandy - Mr Eric DOSSEUR : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Eric DOSSEUR, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 409 867 512 . We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

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Located at the gates of Argentan, in the renowned Orne region near the Haras National du Pin, this thoroughbred breeding farm stands out both for its typically Norman charm and for the exceptional quality of its pastures. Over time, genuine champions have been born here, while the stud has thrived thanks to its stallion services and the sale of horses bred and raised on the 70 hectares of this exceptional estate, steeped in rich family history. Achievements An abundance of Group winners have emerged from Haras. Indeed, this stud can proudly claim to have bred more than thirty Group winners and over a hundred Group race performers. Equestrian Facilities 70 stalls, including: - 4 stallion stalls - 3 foaling stalls with infrared cameras - 1 gynecology room - 1 16 m x 18 m (228 m²) breeding arena - 1 pharmacy - 1 feed room with storage unit, mash cooker, and grain crusher - 1 large 840 m² storage barn for straw and hay - 1 80 m² lean-to shelter - 1 equipment storage barn Pastures - 70 contiguous hectares including: - 5 large pastures of 8 to 10 ha each - 1 pasture of 5.5 ha - 14 individual paddocks of various sizes Housing - A main house with 6 rooms, 4 bathrooms with toilets, a fitted kitchen, a dining room, a living room, and a basement cellar - A residential building divided into 3 units (one 3-room apartment and two 2-room apartments) - A 3-room house adjoining the stallion stalls - A 2-room apartment above the stallion stalls - A detached 2-room house Equipment for sale: Tractors, hydraulic trailers, rotary cutters, trucks Location The stud is located in the commune of Sévigny, just minutes from Argentan, one of the largest towns in the Orne department. It is 2,5 hours from Paris via the A28 and A13 motorways and 1 hour south of Deauville. The A88 motorway is also just 10 minutes from the stud, providing access to the A28 leading to Tours and connecting to the A10. Diagnostics: Main house – Energy performance: F Other houses – Energy performance: G

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ORNE - BETWEEN FALAISE ET ARGENTAN In the heart of a rural hamlet, this renovated stone house is set in greenery with panoramic views over the countryside. The gate opens onto a garden with a washhouse and the entrance to the house. A living room with kitchen and dining area (47 sqm) warmly welcomes guests. This comfortable, well-lit space, with its stone fireplace, offers lovely views over the countryside. Behind the kitchen is a scullery and utility room. Adjoining the living room, a lounge (42 sqm) illuminated by large bay windows. Office and toilet. Upstairs, four bedrooms, a bathroom and a shower room, toilets and a convertible attic. A small garden house could be used as a garage or independent dwelling. The house faces a peaceful valley and has a garden with fruit trees and grassland. Set in 4 hectares. 10 minutes from Falaise and 8 minutes from Argentan. Energy class : C Climate class : C Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 2230 euros and 3070 euros per year. Prices indexed to January 1, 2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

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OFF-MARKET HARAS – FILE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST ONLYExceptional equestrian property developed on approximately 40 hectares, with the possibility of acquiring an additional 20 hectares.Strictly confidential marketing – Off Market.Complete file transmitted only after exchange, validation of the buyer's project, and presentation of proof of financing.Contact your AXO agent - L'immobilier Actif at 06 44 25 13 89, Julie GRÉGORI (EI) Commercial Agent RSAC 910.437.797 Lisieux. More information at www.axo.immo (ref. 85002125793). Fees borne by the seller. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/This description has been automatically translated from French.

Ref. 4434: Authentic 15th C. Lordly Dwelling for sale in Normandy. The property is located in the heart of Basse-Normandie, in the west of the Orne department, in the hedged farmland known as 'Pays d'Houlme'. Although the borders of this region are unclear, it stretches from the 'Suisse Normande' in the North to the edges of the Andaines forest in the South, from East to West, in the centre of an axis between FLERS and ARGENTAN, of which BRIOUZE is the local capital. It is in the countryside, close to but preserved from civilisation, that you should look for this discreet and reassuring house, well established in the heart of its landscaped setting. With its reasonable size and numerous outbuildings, this property is perfectly suited to the most diverse projects to meet the requirements of a main, secondary or professional residence. LE PAYS DU HOULME: A granitic land historically marked by the Viking invasions, the 'Houlme' can be defined as a green bocage criss-crossed with sunken paths, rich in manor houses and half-timbered houses set on the banks of ponds and rivers; apple and pear trees, a tourist country if ever there was one .... a true hymn to the countryside. The jewel in the crown of the Houlme, located a few leagues from the house, is the Grand Hazé, considered to be the largest marsh in the Orne. It covers almost 200 hectares and is a sensitive natural area classified as Natura 2000, a natural heritage of extraordinary richness (fauna and flora). Walking trails and an observatory allow you to appreciate, among other things, one of the most renowned bird breeding sites. Hikers can also reach the spa town of Bagnoles de l'Orne by the 'voie verte', accessible from Briouze. BRIOUZE: Small dynamic town with the appearance of the capital of the 'Houlme' where all the commercial, craft and cultural activities are concentrated (supermarket, doctors, pharmacy, retirement home, 2 nursery schools, 2 secondary schools, 2 primary schools, all shops). This property dates from the end of the 15th and beginning of the 16th century and would have been inhabited by one of the many lords of the Barony of Sées. It is likely that a farm was attached to it, as evidenced by the current existence of small scattered farms. The current owners acquired it in 2003 and began a systematic restoration campaign, obsessively guided by the conservation of the existing heritage. In 2005, they were awarded the 'Fondation du Patrimoine' label in recognition of their efforts and the architectural quality of the building. This label is awarded in close collaboration with the architect of the buildings of France and provides some advantages (financial aid and tax exemption). New, more 'seaworthy' life projects now await the owners .... The dwelling is of great sobriety, built of granite over 3 stories under a slate roof decorated with 2 beautiful chimneys. The openings are very asymmetrical in size and position, probably installed for defensive purposes, as evidenced by the bars that have been preserved. A beautiful stone staircase adorns the north facade and provides access to the room with the best view... and defence in case of attack. This deceptively large dwelling has a living area of approx. 300 sqm, distributed as follows: The ground floor: central north and south entrances opening on to a large living room with a monumental fireplace (39 sqm), terracotta tiles and joists, lime/hemp walls. Opening to a staircase leading to the large living room on the first floor. On the right-hand side, a fitted kitchen (floor tiles and joists), adjoining a scullery, utility room and boiler room. Ceiling height of 2.40 m. On the left, vast dining room with monumental fireplace (35 sqm). Tiles and joists. Start of a wooden spiral staircase leading to the first floor. 1st floor (left-hand side): large 34 sqm study in the form of a wooded cathedral, with parquet flooring. Light wells through an original stained glass window and through a joist interval dominating the dining room. Ceiling height of 5.50 m. 1st floor (right-hand side): also accessible via the outside stairway, large lounge with monumental fireplace (approx. 50 sqm), with period floorboards and doors. Ceiling height of 2.30 m. Access on the north side to 2 small rooms used as bedrooms (7.60 and 8.35 sqm), in a row. South access to a small intermediate storage room, open to a bathroom/shower/wc, and giving access to a miller's staircase leading to the 2 bedrooms on the second floor. 2nd floor: on either side of the staircase, 2 bedrooms, respectively 30 and 42 m² on the ground, under cathedral-shaped wooden slopes. Ceiling height of 3.50 m. It should be noted that all the rooms have numerous period features (arches, fireplace, kitchen garden, niches, locks, fittings, eyelets, safe) ..... The property is sold fully furnished. There are 6 outbuildings, nicely spread out on the northern side. They are all in good structural condition. -Building with cob and wooden gable, under tiles, used as a workshop, wood shed. -Building with stone base, cob and half-timbering, under tiles; former pigsty. -Half-timbered building under tile, used as summer annex. -Light half-timbered building, with no particular use. -18X6.50m cob building, half-timbered gable - under recent tiled roof. Greenhouse/charettery/stable. Presence of a floor. -Barn in the form of a canopy, very high, covered in fibreglass - 12X7.50m. The property is accessed via a small driveway of approximately 100m to the north. A second road gives access to the utility outbuildings. The land is flat and offers unobstructed views, particularly to the south. It is entirely landscaped and laid out in the English style, alternating with large lawns dominated by a few oak and lime trees. The immediate surroundings of the dwelling are full of flowers, interspersed with lively hedges and various shrubs that create a lively atmosphere in response to the rigour of the granite facades. A well-kept vegetable garden is next to a pretty frog pond....pavée. There is a second well. Pear trees, apple trees, cherry trees, mirabelle trees, plum trees and vines complete the decor and make these 7,41 acres a restful place where the eye is constantly immersed in a natural world, which is very Norman. An opportunity to acquire only 4.94 acres. Taking advantage of the nearby Natura 2000 zone, the site can boast of being a 'protected area', which means that it is free from any nuisance, right of way or distorting project. A place to live or a place to holiday, this house is sure to seduce with its charm and authenticity. Cabinet LE NAIL - Lower-Normandy - Mr Eric DOSSEUR : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Eric DOSSEUR, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 409 867 512 . We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Ref.4819 : 15th-C. manor farm with outbuildings and 5 acres of land for sale on the outskirts of Sées, Normandy A few miles from the state-owned forests of Grande Gouffern, Le Pin-au-Haras and Ecouves, set apart from a village of fewer than 200 inhabitants, an elegant country house steeped in Norman history has stood in the countryside since the 15th-C.. This beautiful manor house, a proud testament to its rich past, was remodelled in the 18th-C. and has retained all its rural charm, with a certain timeless elegance. Beyond the daily amenities largely provided by the nearby towns of Sées and Argentan, this property enjoys an ideal location offering quick access to road, motorway and rail networks. In this land of rich pastures, apple orchards, clear springs and forests, nature exudes a way of life imbued with tranquillity and well-being, recognised by all who let themselves be carried away here for a trip, a holiday… or a lifetime. Welcome to Normandy, in the heart of the Orne department. The property is a former defensive manor farm, laid out around a main house, surrounded by well-organised outbuildings, each serving a specific purpose. The complex vividly evokes the self-sufficient lifestyle typical of farms of yesteryear, as evidenced by the bakery, the horse stalls, the cowshed and the barn… still present today. The manor house, built of stone with a flat-tiled roof, has three storeys in its central section and is flanked by two wings, likely of more recent construction, which add to the balance and symmetry of the whole. The property finds its balance through the symmetry of the outbuildings, arranged harmoniously in a staggered pattern to form a sort of main courtyard. Only the south façade provides access to the interior, a reminder of its defensive nature and a guarantee of security. The property offers a living area of approximately 300 sqm, laid out as follows: Ground floor: Entrance on the south gable side via a hall (5.52 sqm) with a toilet; Fitted and equipped kitchen (19.66 sqm) – Terracotta tiled floor – Exposed beams – A monumental fireplace fitted with a stove; Dining room (11.58 sqm) – Oak parquet flooring – Exposed joists; Utility room (6.56 sqm) used as a utility room. Large living room (25.23 sqm) – ‘Versailles’ parquet flooring – Exposed beams – Recent fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove. Study / Library (12.85 sqm) with ‘Hungarian point’ parquet flooring – Exposed beams; Small living room (11.52 sqm) – Tiled floor – Exposed beams – Fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove; Main entrance hall with staircase – Terracotta tile flooring Living room (36.90 sqm) with tiled flooring – Modern fireplace with exposed stone walls grouted with lime. High ceilings. Floor : A spiral wooden staircase leads to a landing on the mezzanine level, opening onto a living area with parquet flooring (32.16 sqm), featuring a cathedral-style ceiling. Currently used as a dressing room and storage space, its generous dimensions make it ideal for a potential additional bedroom. Plenty of built-in cupboards. First-floor landing, opening onto the staircase leading to the attic, as well as a corridor leading to the bedrooms. North side: Bedroom No. 3 (11 sqm) with parquet flooring – Exposed beams – Fireplace. Laundry room or bedroom (11 sqm) with terracotta tiles – Exposed beams. Additional bedroom no. 2 (7.47 sqm) with parquet flooring. On the west gable, separate shower room with WC. South side, bathroom – WC (7 sqm) with parquet flooring, in the attic, adjoining master bedroom no. 1 – Carpeted – Plasterboard ceiling. Separate shower room (6 sqm), accessible via the hallway. Attic: large attic (75 sqm) in the eaves – Good ceiling height – Floorboards to be replaced. External utility room on the east gable. Four farm outbuildings, of varying sizes, are situated on the south side, forming an enclosed area: - ‘The bakery’: situated to the west, a 56 sqm stone outbuilding with a tiled roof, comprising a tiled room with a hearth (formerly a bread oven) and a former stable with two stalls. Water and electricity are available in the bakery. - ‘La Longère’: situated at right angles to the bakery, facing east. A former stone dwelling with a tiled roof, comprising on the ground floor: 2 rooms (bedrooms) / a living area with a fireplace – terracotta floor tiles and beautiful exposed oak joists. An adjoining former kitchen. A final separate room is currently used as a workshop. The upper floor comprises a full attic, potentially convertible, with two windows. The property has a total floor area of 105 sqm. - ‘The large outbuilding’: a stone structure with a tiled roof, approximately 299 sqm, situated alongside the manor house. It comprises, from left to right: a former cattle shed – concrete floor; a ‘cathedral-style’ barn (for storing wood and materials) – earthen floor; a storeroom (with 2 concrete block pens); a former wine press, with access to a fodder loft – earthen floor. At the rear of this building, set at right angles, is a row of around ten hutches, probably used for rabbits… The building is in good condition and features an elegant tiled roof. - ‘The shed’: a 206 sqm structure with a standing-seam metal roof, used for storing equipment. All outbuildings are well maintained and show no signs of disrepair. Finally, it is worth noting the presence of a tower resembling a dovecote, conceived and designed by the owners in 2014. Beautifully crafted, though modern, it features a hipped roof by a small viewing platform and enhanced by a dormer window. Everyone will find the most suitable use for it… The site has been divided into three distinct sections, which can be described as follows: The northern entrance, leading to the road and an iron gate supported by tall, ornate pillars. Visitors are then guided along a gravel path lined with young trees, leading to a second gate adjacent to the tower. The grounds are adorned with lawns, giving an impression of excellent overall maintenance and a strong sense of security. The inner courtyard: accessed via a third gate to the east. The entrance spans the remains of an old moat leading to a pond, which has been partially filled in, leaving no trace… The courtyard is gravelled, spacious and practical. A fountain stands proudly in its centre… Sheltered by a low wall, one can make out the remains of a former vegetable garden, waiting for a green-fingered owner to restore it… The property’s inner courtyard is now fully secured by its surrounding walls and the presence of the moat. The pastures: accessible via a gate adjoining the stables, a large grassy pasture provides a lovely space for horses, goats or sheep… In the shade of a cluster of trees, a secluded pond remains a favourite spot for ducks and the many roe deer that visit from the surrounding woodland…. The view is unobstructed, full of perspective and free from any visual disturbances…. It should be noted that good neighbourly relations allow for a mutual arrangement regarding the annual mowing of the meadows, in the absence of horses. The entire property comprises a single plot of land measuring 5 acres, free from any easements. Cabinet LE NAIL - Lower-Normandy - Mr Eric DOSSEUR : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Eric DOSSEUR, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 409 867 512 . We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

In Sées, in the former enclosure of the Cordeliers, a priory residence and its city garden. On a quiet street, a stone's throw from the old halls, the house occupies the former priory residence of the Cordeliers convent and adjoins the remains of the former conventual church. The building is flanked by two other residences, one of which has a pavilion-roofed tower. A small gate opens onto a neat, enclosed front garden that highlights the 18th-century façade, which is three stories high. Two lateral bays, pierced with tall openings topped with oculi and triangular pediments, frame a central bay marked by an entrance door, an oculus, a window, and a dormer. The regular masonry is made of white stone and the roof is covered with flat tiles. At the back, a city garden extends the house and reveals, on the facade, the trace of an even older building. A central projecting body is pierced by a semicircular arched porch. From the entrance, a vestibule distributes the reception rooms and the main staircase. The upper floors house the bedrooms, a former oratory converted into an office, and converted attics. The whole retains numerous elements from the 17th to the 19th century.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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In a peaceful village 5 minutes from Falaise, elegant renovated Renaissance manor house and its wooded grounds. Two stone pillars give access to a luminous square courtyard featuring the old dwelling and its architecturally-created wing, a 15th-century barn and a small stone dwelling adjoining the gate. The dwelling features two lounges, a dining room next to its small kitchen and a superb spiral staircase for part of the first floor, complemented by a straight staircase in the newer wing. The grand salon, formerly the monks' refectory, boasts a superb fireplace and numerous high-quality antique features. A space to be finished would make it possible to create a large family kitchen. Upstairs are five bedrooms, two shower rooms, two toilets and three smaller rooms. The barn provides ample space for a workshop and a small communal area, making it possible to imagine other projects. The 5.3 ha wooded park surrounds this elegant property to preserve its environment. 5 minutes from Falaise and 30 minutes from Caen. Energy class : D Climate class : C Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 2 930 euros and 4 030 euros per year. Prices indexed to January 1, 2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: georisques.gouv.fr

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Sophie LEMONNIER from ALC Real Estate agency offers you for sale a manor house with a reception hall and an indoor pool. - A 322.97 m² building consisting of: * A 148.22 m² reception hall featuring an open fireplace and wooden flooring, a fitted and equipped kitchen, a shower room, and two toilets. * Followed by a 136.32 m² room with a heated pool measuring 4.00x9.00 m with a depth of 1.80 m, a shower room, a toilet, and a boiler room. - A 19th-century manor house of 174.36 m² comprising: * On the ground floor: a 38.04 m² living/dining room, a 19.29 m² fitted and equipped kitchen, and an office. * On the first floor: a corridor leading to a 7.62 m² dressing room, two bedrooms of 13.32 m² and 14.83 m², a 4.89 m² bathroom, and a 17.67 m² bedroom with a private shower room. * On the second floor: a corridor leading to three bedrooms of 12.16 m², 11.46 m², and 11.12 m², a 5.95 m² bathroom with a toilet, and an additional toilet. * A basement consisting of a boiler room, a 5.35 m² cellar, and a 22.96 m² laundry room. A 51.15 m² garage that can accommodate 6 cars, three workshops measuring 29.42 m², 22.56 m², and 51.15 m², and an 86.06 m² wooden-frame outbuilding. All situated on a fenced 2930 m² plot planted with shrubs and fruit trees. Frames: double glazing Roofing: slate and zinc Heating: oil boiler and wood-burning fireplace. PROPERTY TAX: €1820 REFERENCE: 1758 Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: ''www.georisques.gouv.fr''. For a visit, contact your advisor Sophie LEMONNIER at 06 83 81 79 96 / 02 61 72 05 56 or by email: [email protected] / [email protected] RSAC 524 577 251 - License issued by CCI Portes de Normandie. This listing was drafted and published by a sales agent. You can find all our properties on our website www.alcimmobilier.com

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Sophie LEMONNIER from ALC Immobilier Agency in Alençon offers for sale this longère of 289 m² located 10 minutes west of ALENCON On the ground floor, you'll find an entrance hall of 25.24 m² leading to a fitted and equipped kitchen of 26.34 m², a living room of 30.75 m², a dining area of 64.59 m², a bathroom of 5.31 m², a toilet, and a laundry room. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms measuring 20.68 m², 24.10 m², 13.63 m², and 12.15 m², a shower room with WC of 6.94 m², and a mezzanine of 38.16 m². Additionally, the property includes a barn of 92.12 m², a cellar of 20.82 m², a pantry of 2.67 m², a garage of 26.27 m², a veranda of 7.27 m², a birdcage, and three boxes each measuring 8.62 m². All set on a fenced plot of 3929 m². Tile roofing Double-glazed windows with electric roller shutters. Heating: 1999 oil-fired boiler. Hot water produced by the oil boiler. Sanitation: septic tank needs to be redone Property tax: €1793 REFERENCE: V660M Information about the risks affecting this property is available on the Géorisques website: ''www.georisques.gouv.fr''. For a visit, contact your advisor Sophie LEMONNIER at 06 83 81 79 96 / 02 61 72 05 56 or by email: [email protected] / [email protected] RSAC 524 577 251 - Card issued by CCI Portes de Normandie. Advertisement written and published by a sales agent You can find all our listings on our website www.alcimmobilier.com