luxury real estate for sale Le Pin-au-Haras, France

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18th-Century Manor House 7-Hectare Estate Argentan (61) Just 4 km from Argentan, in the heart of the Orne department, this late 18th-century manor house embodies the French art of living in all its nobility. Inspired by the Louis XV and Louis XVI styles, it captivates at first sight with the purity of its classical architecture: a rendered façade in warm golden tones, a bell turret and clock set in the pediment. Two majestic walnut trees stand sentinel at the entrance, heralding the exceptional character of the property. Spanning approximately 420 m² of living space across three levels, the house unfolds in a U-shape around a central body crowned by its bell turret, flanked by two lower wings a harmonious composition that evokes the architecture of the great Norman country houses of the 18th century. The through-rooms, with their dual east/west aspect, flood the interior with remarkable natural light. The ground floor comprises an entrance hall, a reception room, a study, a kitchen and a large back kitchen. An independent wing, currently fitted as a self-contained apartment, offers numerous possibilities. The first floor provides four bedrooms and two bathrooms; the second, three further mansard bedrooms. Throughout, the period features have been carefully preserved: fireplaces including a remarkable carved marble mantelpiece, traditional terracotta floor tiles, cabochon stone flooring, herringbone parquet, and ceilings with exposed timber framing. An elegant turning staircase in solid wood and wrought iron, with a sculpted volute, serves all three levels with grace. The estate extends over more than 7 hectares: a landscaped parkland, 5 hectares of meadows currently leased, and 1.2 hectares of woodland. A fine ensemble of stone outbuildings a remarkable barn, a stable with two boxes, a vaulted cellar completes an independent caretaker's cottage, currently tenanted. Open views over the paddocks of the neighbouring stud farm, and the immediate proximity of the Gouffern forest: peace and tranquillity are assured. Location 4 km from Argentan (train station, A88 motorway), 20 km from Sées (A28/A88), 60 km from Caen and its airport, 75 km from Ouistreham (ferry terminal), 180 km from Paris. Golf course 10 km away, Haras du Pin national stud 12 km away. Energy consumption: 377 kWh/m²/year Greenhouse gas emissions: 112 kg CO/m²/year Energy rating: G (high energy consumption property) Agency fees payable by the vendor. Notarial fees additional. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

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

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

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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.

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.

Your Lair immobilier Sées agency offers for sale in a charming village of Orne, just a few minutes from Argentan, this elegant stone master house of about 200 m² combines old-world charm with modern comfort. Beautifully renovated, it has managed to preserve its authenticity with its terracotta tiles, stone fireplaces, exposed beams, and magnificent solid wood staircase, while offering bright and functional spaces.As you enter, the tone is set: a spacious hall opens onto a dining room and a light-filled living room that is warm and inviting. The independent kitchen, fitted and equipped, is appealing for its practicality and timeless style. A versatile room completes this level and can serve as a ground-floor bedroom, an office, or a family room thanks to its private shower room with a walk-in shower. A laundry area and a toilet perfect the ground floor.On the first floor, a landing distributes four beautiful bedrooms with carefully curated atmospheres, including a master suite with a bathroom and dressing room. Two other shower rooms ensure comfort and privacy for the whole family. The convertibility of the attic offers additional potential according to your desires.Outside, the landscaped garden serves as a true haven of peace: a friendly terrace for fine weather, an ornamental pond where calm and serenity mingle. A large outbuilding with a 38 m² garage and two cellars complete this property, offering ideal spaces for storage, a workshop, or a future project.This characterful residence will undoubtedly appeal to lovers of authenticity seeking nature and tranquility, in a bucolic and green setting.For more information, please contact us at 02 33 26 24 24This description has been automatically translated from French.

Your Lair Immobilier agency offers for sale, 10 minutes from Argentan, this former lordly residence from the 17th century, a home of rare character, nestled in the heart of a green and preserved environment.Upon arrival, the property captivates with its majestic gravel driveway leading to a rectangular honor courtyard, a true reception area highlighting the elegant stone facade adorned with two pilasters, a triangular pediment, and superb bullseye dormers in stone.Set on more than 1.3 hectares of land, the property benefits from a peaceful setting with a vast meadow at the back providing a pleasant open view of the surrounding horses. Several parking spaces and an outbuilding for equestrian use complete the set.Developing nearly 300 m² of living space, the residence offers beautiful volumes and an authentic distribution of the rooms in enfilade. The ground floor includes an entrance, a dining kitchen, a first living room, an office, and a parental suite area with a bedroom and shower room.Upstairs, a spacious landing used as a second living room serves four bedrooms and two shower rooms. An attic also completes the property.A residence full of authenticity and charm, ideal for lovers of heritage and beautiful stone.For more information, please contact us at 02 79 49 20 20This description has been automatically translated from French.

Your Lair Immobilier agency in Argentan offers for sale this magnificent bourgeois house with character from the 19th century, ideally located in the city center of Argentan.This elegant residence stands out for its authentic charm and privileged access thanks to a private exterior entrance with porch, a true asset for a town house providing a distinct and comfortable arrival.The ground floor consists of a spacious entrance leading to a dining kitchen, as well as a bright living room that benefits from beautiful cross-light. An office, which can be used as a bedroom on the ground floor, completes this level; water connections are already provided for establishing a shower room if necessary.On the first floor, a large landing distributes four bedrooms, including a master suite with shower room, as well as a second shower room with WC.The second floor offers two additional rooms, one of which is currently set up as a gym, as well as an attic.Outside, you will enjoy a rare space in the city center, consisting of an outdoor pool clad in travertine, a pleasant terrace, and a completely private garden, offering a true haven of peace in the heart of Argentan.An exceptional property combining volume, character, and rare amenities? An opportunity not to be missed.For more information, contact us at 02 79 49 20 20This description has been automatically translated from French.

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.

Ref.4654 : French chateau for sale in Normandy Just a stone's throw from the Grande Gouffern, Pin-au-Haras and Ecouves state-owned forests, on the outskirts of a small market town with a population of just 370, stands an elegant 18th-century château, an integral part of a much-loved local heritage. It has always been a family property, but it has also been the venue for a number of special events, often chosen for its elegance and rural setting. In addition to the daily needs largely covered by the nearby town of Argentan, this property is ideally located, offering rapid access to the road and motorway networks, as well as to the rail network. ..... A source of inspiration for those wishing to reach the capital in just three hours. In this land of rich farmland, apple trees, living springs and forests, nature exudes a gentle art of living and well-being that is recognised by all those who indulge in it for a trip, a holiday ... or a lifetime. Welcome to Normandy, in the heart of the Orne department... The chateau features a three-storey main building with a slate Mansard roof adorned with dormer windows with curved pediments. The windows are large and arranged in ‘bays’, perfectly symmetrical in keeping with the harmony of the ‘grand siècle’... On the south-east side, the property is set back from a courtyard of honour comprising two very fine outbuildings facing each other, interspersed with an attractive circular lawn. Two imposing stone pillars with capitals nobly mark the main entrance. A culvert spans an old ‘wolf's leap’ that is sometimes flooded.... On the north-west side, the facade has been enhanced by two elegant wings set forward from the main building, creating a harmonious H-shaped structure. The central section features a terrace facing a ornamental pool with a fountain. An espalier garden, adorned with boxwood, plunges the eye towards a wooded horizon, as if to confirm the French-style layout. With an interior surface area of approx. 600 sqm (over 3 stories, the property is laid out as follows: Ground floor: central entrance via a small vestibule leading on the right to a hallway leading to a toilet and a storage area. Access to the cellar. Passage to a kitchen (26 sqm) with monumental stone fireplace. Back kitchen of 6 sqm. Dining room to follow (30 sqm), with outside access. To the left of the hallway: living room (28 sqm) - Cabochon floor - Marble fireplace. Direct access to a study (6.5 sqm). Small lounge/library (18 sqm) - Herringbone parquet flooring - Marble corner fireplace. Large lounge (31 sqm) - tinted herringbone parquet floor - marble fireplace - mouldings and decorations. In the central part, linking the large lounge and the dining room, tiled gallery (32 sqm) - Access to the terrace. Access to a beautiful wooden spiral staircase leading to the upper floors - Cabochon flooring - Return to the main entrance. Average ceiling height of 3 m. First floor: Landing with through corridor leading to 2 large bedrooms on the right with en suite bathrooms/WC - herringbone parquet flooring - marble fireplace. Separate shower room / washbasin / WC - teak floor. Small bedroom with adjoining dressing room. Staircase leading to the 2nd floor. To the left of the landing, through corridor leading to 3 bedrooms, 2 of which with en-suite bathroom/WC. Clearing and dressing room. Average ceiling height of 3 m. Second floor: Landing with corridor leading to the right to 2 large bedrooms with fireplaces and en suite bathrooms/wc, a small bedroom and a storeroom. To the left of the landing, corridor leading to 2 bedrooms, 1 small bedroom and a bathroom/wc. Cellar: partial cellar of approx. 60 sqm, situated under the east wing. External entrance via the gable. On either side of the château, the main courtyard features two beautiful stone outbuildings, rendered in lime and covered in flat tiles, which have been restored to a very high standard. These outbuildings have been restored to a very high standard and have been converted for events purposes, making them a major asset in terms of potential. West outbuilding: known as the ‘orangery’, it originally consisted of former sheds, cart shed, workshop and coachman's accommodation. Completely renovated and refurbished, they now form a magnificent reception room opening onto two large stone terraces, designed in 3 sections, one of which houses the caterer. The space is flooded with light, thanks to the large, elegant bay windows and high ceilings. Two handsome fluted columns with capitals, niches and wall lights set off the ochre-coloured exposed stone walls, perfectly matched to the large stone floor tiles and the period joist ceiling. The former carriage house, accessed via two ashlar carriage doors, is a space that was historically used to house sideboards. It has a beautiful cabochon floor. The first floor comprises two vast cathedral-style rooms with exposed roofing framework, which could potentially be converted into two independent flats. GARDEN Shed: situated around fifty metres from the property, to the east, this small stone and brick shed..... is perfect for children! THE CHAPEL: the remains of a good-sized former chapel, of which only the high walls remain. SOUTH OUTBUILDING: Attractive, exposed stone building with a flat tile roof, built around a 57 sqm reception room with an old, perfectly preserved bread oven. A small annexe is currently being converted, with plans for a small kitchen, shower and WC. Reservations have been made. An extension to the reception room, of lesser height, has a room used as a storeroom. In the gable, a lovely sunny space, suggesting to the artists their future studio.... The beauty of the park lies in its diversity, with each point of the compass offering a variety of pastoral settings. The green thumb of the British owners has resulted in an abundance of flowers in the surrounding area, which is nevertheless a well-ordered mess in the French style. Wisteria of all kinds has also flourished on the facades, sometimes becoming somewhat invasive. Further out, numerous species of century-old trees provide a colourful backdrop, in whose shade roe deer have taken up residence, much to the delight of eyes in search of wilderness. A gap on the north side reveals a beautiful avenue of lime trees, leading to the village a few hundred metres away. This noble access is rarely used, although it is perfectly passable. Further to the east, towards the ruins of the chapel, a large pasture of just over one hectare provides ample food for the two horses that graze there. An orchard of around 2,500 sqm, enclosed by walls on its eastern side, is home to a number of ageing apple and fruit trees..... Finally, a large 10 acres parcel of land remains to the south, off the main road; this parcel of land is the subject of a neighbourhood agreement for maintenance purposes. Together, they form a land parcel of 25 acres, with no easements or nuisances, except for the occasional furtive daily crossing of the nearby railway line. 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.4881 : French manor-farm and its outbuildings for sale in Normandy This manor farm is situated in the heart of the Orne department, on the edge of the Argentan plain, the Pays d’Auge and the Alençon countryside. At the foot of the Gouffern Forest, a few miles from the state-owned forests of Le Pin au Haras and Les Ecouves, in the sheltered heart of a village of fewer than 200 inhabitants, stands an elegant residence steeped in Norman history, dating back to medieval times. Renovated and extended during the Renaissance, this property has retained all its rural charm, characterised by simplicity and elegance. It benefits from local heritage protection, linked to the proximity of a chapel dating back to the 13th century, the jewel in the village’s crown. Daily shopping needs are met locally, perfectly complemented by the town of Argentan, just a few kilometres away, which offers a full range of shops and services, including excellent rail links to Paris. A haven for horse breeding, epitomised by the nearby famous Haras du Pin stud farm, this property will wholeheartedly welcome lovers of nature and a civilised country lifestyle. Although it is the result of the juxtaposition of two buildings separated by probably more than two centuries, the main house now presents a harmonious and elegant whole. The complex is built over three storeys, in stone set with lime mortar, topped with a roof of flat, bevelled tiles. The windows are mullioned, of considerable size and arranged in bays in keeping with the period, or smaller in scale for those evoking the appearance of a medieval ‘fortified house’. A monumental chimney on the north gable elegantly tempers the building’s imposing appearance. The door on the west façade has lost its semicircular arch, replaced by a straight lintel. It led to a corridor running eastwards, where the original doors, known as ‘English doors’, still remain. The property is balanced, understated and on a human scale, having retained all the richness of its past. With a living area of 240 sqm, the layout is as follows: On the ground floor : a central entrance hall leading to the Renaissance staircase, a spacious, quarter-turn stone staircase designed for ease of use with its steps of decreasing height. There is a remarkable square double window featuring stained-glass panes in coloured diamond shapes. On the left, under the staircase, a spacious utility room featuring a remarkable stone sink and a small square window. Hallway and corridor (terracotta tiles), leading to a living room (32 sqm) with Anjou stone flooring, featuring a bookcase. Adjacent to a bathroom/WC and a dressing room, this living room meets all the criteria for a ground-floor bedroom. On the right, a living room (27 sqm), with hexagonal terracotta floor tiles; a former monumental, stripped-back fireplace, replaced by a contemporary stone fireplace. There is a vegetable garden. Ceiling height of 2.30 m with beautiful exposed joists. Adjoining kitchen, a 19th-century addition, of approximately 20 sqm, fitted with a modern fireplace with an insert. Access to a south-facing terrace. Access hatch to a small storage loft. Floor with square terracotta tiles. At the rear of the house, on the east façade, a storage room. On the first floor : north side, spacious room with parquet flooring (42 sqm), used as an office. Features a monumental fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove. Beautiful exposed oak beams, with a ceiling height of 2.70 m. The room is very light thanks to its skylight windows. Landing with wooden flooring and built-in cupboards, and continuation of the staircase to the second floor. South side: summer lounge (33 sqm), with rectangular terracotta floor tiles. Fireplace. Exposed stone walls. Library. Ceiling height 2.20 m. Note the presence of a small window with a single vertical mullion, dating from the late 15th century. The two rooms on this first floor are suitable for conversion into bedrooms; the missing bathroom facilities still need to be provided. On the second floor : accessed via a straight wooden staircase, leading to a landing serving two bedrooms: On the north side, a bedroom/dressing room with parquet flooring (17 sqm), under a ‘cathedral’ roof ridge, intended for storage. On the south side, a bedroom with a small en-suite shower room (24 sqm). Terracotta tile flooring. Features a fireplace insert. ‘Cathedral’ roof ridge and sloping ceilings. The outbuildings are situated on either side of the cobbled driveway leading to the manor house. Their presence and function confirm the self-sufficient lifestyle enjoyed by rural estates, conferring upon them the appropriate status of a ‘manor farm’. 1) The largest, situated to the west, is a stone building with a tiled roof, comprising two storeys: A clay-floored cellar (10 x 5.40 m); A double-entry garage with a clay floor (7.80 x 5.40 m); A clay-floored carport (6.80 x 5.40 m), designed to shelter two vehicles. Beautiful timber frame. The structure is sound, the roof is recent. The upper floor consists of a full attic. 2) The eastern outbuilding, of a more modest size, is a tall stone building topped with a tiled roof, featuring a loft hatch providing access to an attic likely intended for storing straw. From left to right: a workshop on a concrete slab (5.60 x 4.95 m); A cellar on a concrete slab (3.80 x 4.95 m) intended for the storage of materials; A room with a clay floor (3 x 4.95 m), intended for the storage of straw; A small adjoining building, built of stone with a tin roof, a former bread oven. 3) Detached stone building with tile roofing, likely former stables (4.50 x 4.10 m). 4) Small stone cottage with tile roofing, set off to the west, opposite the manor house. The property enjoys a rural and unobstructed setting. The Gouffern Forest forms the backdrop, bordering the property’s boundaries and therefore directly accessible on foot or on horseback. The area has been primarily set aside for horses, which benefit from the beautiful meadows, which are both spacious and perfectly drained. A sand arena (25 x 20m) has been created there; two wooden shelters ensure the horses can live comfortably and independently. The southern section is ideal for fruit trees (apple, pear, plum, cherry, fig and quince), whilst also providing privacy from the neighbourhood. The grounds around the manor have been laid out in the English style, with flowers and flowerbeds complementing the festive terraces created to the south and east. An avenue of lime trees completes this verdant setting, which is as refreshing as it is restful. A recently restored boundary wall ensures the necessary privacy and security on the village side. The property is free from any nuisance, benefiting from the protection zone associated with its proximity to a 12th-century building, listed as a historic monument. This protection imposes certain restrictions in the event of building works (requiring authorisation from Bâtiments de France). The entire property comprises a plot of 4.56 acres (1 ha 84 a 88 ca). 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.

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At the entrance of a lovely village, a unique architect-designed house benefiting from a pleasant wooded park and its beautiful orchard.On the ground floor, the house features a large living room open to the kitchen and dining area, 2 bedrooms, and a shower room. Light, beautiful openings with nature views.The upstairs is accessed by two staircases. One staircase leads to a bedroom area, office, and dressing room. The other leads to two more bedrooms, a landing-living room, office, and water point.Numerous outbuildings: shed, garage, carport, wooden chalet, garden shed...Beautiful landscaped garden of 7560m2, with many fruit trees (apple trees, pear trees, cherry trees, apricot trees, peach trees, walnut trees, hazelnut trees, plum trees...) and a lovely pond with a terrace... ideal for summer evenings!All the comfort of a contemporary house in the countryside.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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L'agence LAIR immobilier de Sées vous propose à la vente cette maison ancienne rénovée avec une extension bénéficiant de grande baie vitrée donnant sur un beau lac. Une grande dépendance, un beau terrain arboré une spacieuse terrasse donnant sur la piscine vous apporteront satisfaction. Pour plus de renseignement veuillez joindre l'agence au 02 33 26 24 24

House restored with great taste for sale 5 km from Sées, close to schools, shops with the possibility of 6 bedrooms. The decoration of this house and worthy of decoration by an interior designer, it has an entrance, a fitted kitchen equipped with a large dining room, a beautiful living room with fireplace. You will also find a shower room, a WC, a laundry room, a cellar which is worth visiting and a gym. On the first floor a beautiful landing leading to 3 large bedrooms, a bathroom with shower and a toilet. At this level you will also find a master suite with bubble bath, a shower with beautiful volumes under the ceiling and a dressing room on two levels. On the second floor, a fun playroom for children that can easily be transformed into two additional bedrooms. Outside terraces, an enclosed garden with trees and outbuildings. For more information on this property please contact the agency on 02 33 26 24 24.

The LAIR Immobilier agency in Sées offers for sale in the heart of the city, a beautiful character townhouse with spacious volumes, 5 bedrooms, a courtyard, and an outbuilding.From the entrance, the charm takes hold with its original cement tiles and a beautiful ceiling height of 2.92 m.The ground floor features a large living area with a lounge and dining room open to a fitted and equipped kitchen, enhanced by a fireplace and direct access to the outdoor courtyard. Opposite, an outbuilding houses a laundry room and a storage area.At the back of the entrance, a hallway leads to the basement and a superb solid oak staircase. Half-level WC.On the first floor, a parquet landing distributes two large bedrooms of approximately 17 m², one facing the courtyard and the other facing the street, as well as a shower room.On the second floor, a landing with a water point serves three additional bedrooms, one of which has a dormer mezzanine.In the basement, there is a storage cellar, a recent hot water tank, and a pellet boiler with a silo.A charming family home, ideally located in the city center. For more information, contact LAIR Immobilier Sées at 02 33 26 24 24.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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.

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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.