manor with terrace for sale Balleroy, France

In the heart of Bessin, 10 minutes from Bayeux and the sea, 25 minutes from Caen, in a calm and peaceful location, Normandie Privilège offers you a 15th-century manor and its 19th-century annex, both listed as Historical Monuments.This fully restored property, which extends over nearly one hectare, is enhanced by a courtyard with a pond, a walled garden, and a pasture. It is suitable for both a family home and for hospitality activities.Of impressive proportions, the manor is raised over a square floor on the ground floor. The facades feature leaded windows. On the courtyard side, a contemporary glass extension prolongs the living quarters. At the back, a square tower rises over three levels. The floors are served by a remarkable spiral staircase. The living area is approximately 475 m2 with 9 main rooms including a living room, a dining room, a sitting room under the glass extension, a kitchen, a back kitchen, a game room - library, five bedrooms, four of which have an adjoining bathroom, and spacious attics.Located perpendicular to the manor, the 19th-century annex is a two-level residence. The elegant facade stands out with ordered openings and semicircular windows. Each level covers approximately 90 m2 with the following composition: on the ground floor, a spa with jacuzzi, changing room, showers, a bedroom, and a bathroom; on the upper floor, a spacious 3-room apartment (gallery, sitting room with kitchen, two bedrooms, one bathroom).Other outbuildings include a garage for two cars at the entrance of the property, a workshop with a mezzanine covering an area of 64 m2 on the ground, and three storage sheds.The honor courtyard connects on one side with the walled garden, and on the other with the half-hectare pasture. The garden, which has independent access, houses two unusual residences.This meticulously maintained property will appeal to those looking for space and tranquility in a historic setting. The proximity to Bayeux, the D-Day beaches, and numerous tourist attractions also make it an ideal place for a hospitality project.The price of this property is €1,680,000. The agency fees are the responsibility of the seller.The property is exempt from Energy Performance Diagnosis (DPE).Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website www.georisques.gouv.fr.For reasons of discretion, the location of the property is indicated approximately.The information provided in this description is the result of our visit to the premises as well as information gathered from the current owner. The areas and construction dates, in particular, are given for informational purposes, have no contractual value, and cannot engage our liability in the event of inaccuracy or omission.The photographs may be retouched.Agency reference: 215This description has been automatically translated from French.

Just fifteen minutes from Bayeux, on the edge of the Balleroy State Forest, Normandie Privilège presents a beautifully restored 18th-century manor house with its collection of period outbuildings, set on more than 2.6 acres crossed by a river. Among its most distinctive features is a former blacksmith's forge that has been transformed into a private leisure pavilion with a heated indoor swimming pool. Built of local schist stone, the manor offers approximately 5,435 square feet of living space, including a main residence and a self-contained guest apartment. The interiors are remarkable for their generous proportions, with nearly 1,290 square feet of reception rooms, a 750-square-foot professional kitchen, and a 366-square-foot ground-floor bedroom suite. The restrained, symmetrical façade overlooks the courtyard on one side and the gardens on the other. The main residence includes an entrance hall, a double reception room, a game room, a fully equipped kitchen, a ground-floor bedroom with en-suite bathroom, a laundry room, a wine cellar, and utility rooms. Upstairs are a spacious primary suite with a dressing room and private bathroom, two additional bedrooms, and a second bathroom. The top floor accommodates another bedroom, a home office, a fitness room, and an additional bathroom. The guest apartment has its own private entrance and features a spacious open-plan living area with kitchen, a double bedroom, a dressing room, and a bathroom. Internal connections allow it to function either independently or as an extension of the main residence. Completed in 2022, the restoration preserves many original architectural features, including terracotta tile floors, the original staircase, period doors, and fireplaces, while incorporating modern amenities throughout. The professional kitchen is centered around a Lacanche range, one bathroom is finished in traditional tadelakt plaster, and several custom-designed fittings reflect a restrained contemporary aesthetic. Heating is provided by a De Dietrich gas-fired condensing boiler, complemented by a pellet stove in the living room. Four fireplaces remain, two of which are operational. Most of the wooden double-glazed windows, along with the aluminum picture window in the living room, were replaced within the past five years. The outbuildings include a former village grocery store, a traditional Norman longhouse converted into an artist's studio and showroom, a workshop garage, and the former forge. The latter now houses an 8-by-3-meter heated indoor swimming pool, together with a bar, showers, and restroom facilities. Behind the manor, two terraces extend the reception rooms into landscaped gardens bordered by the river. A koi pond and a centuries-old yew tree contribute to the property's distinctive atmosphere, while a wooden footbridge crosses the water to a meadow on the opposite bank. The property is connected to the public sewer system and is equipped with a remote-controlled entrance gate, a Verisure security system, exterior lighting, high-speed fiber-optic internet with satellite backup, and a Sonos audio system throughout the manor. With an Energy Performance Certificate rated Class C (June 2026), the property combines the character of an 18th-century estate with the comfort and technical standards expected of a modern home. Located less than thirty minutes from the D-Day beaches and the Normandy coast, it is equally well suited as a distinguished private residence or a boutique hospitality venture. --- The price of this property is €1,595,000. Agency fees are payable by the vendor. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website www.georisques.gouv.fr. For reasons of discretion, the location of the property is given approximately. The information given in this description is based on our visit to the property and on information obtained from the current owner. The surface areas and dates of construction, in particular, are given for information only. They have no contractual value and we cannot be held liable for any inaccuracies or omissions. Photographs may be modified Référence agence : 291

Bayeux Sotheby’s International Realty presents for sale, at the gates of Bayeux, a city of art and history with its historic center, its cathedral, and its museums, this very pretty Manor from the 15th and 16th centuries, steeped in history, tradition says it was once the property of the canons of the Bayeux chapter. A vast rectangular courtyard enhanced by a pond highlighted by a horseshoe wall offers beautiful and interesting typical dependencies of the Bessin. The Renaissance entrance porch is particularly remarkable as are the high surrounding walls, especially one of them fitted with a bretèche from the 15th century (a protruding defensive element, supported by two sturdy corbels, topped with a roof and retaining its arrow slits). Moving closer to more contemporary history, shortly after the landing, this property served as accommodation for a military hospital. The main house is well detached from the rest of the buildings, it has a composite construction, its left part being the oldest. As you visit the different levels, you will enjoy discovering magnificent architectural elements, such as on the ground floor, you can find a 16th-century staircase, a living room adorned with a lovely French-style ceiling and a monumental stone fireplace, as well as an old stone floor, a dining room with a Napoleonic spirit featuring its parquet flooring, paneling, and molded ceiling. The first-floor bedrooms also present ancient elements: parquet flooring, fireplaces, and a coffered ceiling. The second level, reserved for guest accommodation, is of the 'Loft' type, with a more contemporary spirit, the cathedral ceilings providing volume to the whole. Adjacent to the main house, a guest house or cottage, with a living area of about 100m², offers three rooms including two bedrooms with old elements (parquet, marble fireplace, beams, and joists). As for the dependencies, they too have character, notably a large building composed of two beautiful cart sheds with their arched openings, completed by an old stable, stables, and a woodshed. Upstairs, you will be surprised to find a museum related to the Second World War. Opposite, on the other side of the enclosed courtyard, a charming L-shaped building has a surprising feature on the upper floor, a desecrated chapel with a mezzanine space; and in the return of the L, an old orangery used as a reception room of approximately 110m². The land is organized around a closed courtyard with a high defensive stone wall on the street side, and the old outbuildings, an English-style garden, and a small planted meadow. Located at the gates of Bayeux, this architectural ensemble is exceptional and rare, offering several possibilities, either as a family home as a primary or secondary residence, or for a mixed-use activity combining housing with reception and hosting services. A property to discover without delay.This description has been automatically translated from French.

You will only be charmed by the character of the entire estate and the many possibilities it offers for both a family property and for tourist and event hosting.This description has been automatically translated from French.

In Normandy, near the border between Calvados and Manche, just 20 minutes from Bayeux and 15 minutes from Saint-Lô, Normandie Privilège presents this elegant 18th-century estate, comprising a manor house, a historic dovecote and several outbuildings, set within approximately 14.3 acres of beautifully preserved grounds. Privately situated at the end of a long drive, the property enjoys a remarkably peaceful and secluded setting. The grounds include a pond, swimming pool and tennis court, creating an exceptional environment for both family life and leisure. Built in 1722, the manor occupies the far end of a handsome courtyard framed by two wings of former agricultural buildings. Offering approximately 3,660 sq.ft. of living space over three floors, the house comprises two sitting rooms, two dining rooms, an office, a kitchen and adjoining utility room on the main level, with five bedrooms — including four suites — and a dressing room on the upper floors. The property beautifully balances the character of its historic architecture with the refinement of a thoroughly contemporary interior. The recent renovation includes a new roof and new double-glazed windows throughout. Inside, the original proportions and period features have been carefully preserved, including a magnificent wooden staircase, exposed beams, paneling and fireplaces. These elements now provide a striking backdrop to interiors that are sophisticated, understated and distinctly contemporary. On the garden side, the manor opens onto a generous terrace, ideally suited to outdoor dining and entertaining. The surrounding outbuildings have been thoughtfully incorporated into the estate, with particular attention given to equestrian use. One of the former agricultural buildings retains its original character and includes a remarkable barn offering considerable potential for a variety of uses. Another houses three horse stalls and a tack room. The equestrian facilities also include a 164 x 115-foot riding arena, three securely fenced paddocks and a field shelter, providing an outstanding setting for private equestrian pursuits. The distinctive dovecote has been converted into an unusual three-level guest apartment of approximately 581 sq.ft., comprising a living room with open kitchen, two bedrooms and a shower room. A secluded terrace provides a wonderfully private setting for a hot tub. Close to the swimming pool, a separate outbuilding has been converted into a private gym with shower, adding a further dimension to the property's leisure and wellness amenities. The grounds are planted with a variety of mature trees and include an orchard, with numerous secluded spaces for enjoying the outdoors. The swimming pool, tennis court, pond and pétanque court complete the recreational amenities. Combining preserved historic architecture, a sophisticated contemporary renovation and exceptional equestrian facilities, the estate offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the character of a French manor house with the comfort and amenities of a refined modern home. Its convenient location near Bayeux, Saint-Lô and the D-Day landing beaches provides easy access to the cultural heritage, coastline and countryside of Normandy. --- The price of this property is €1,990,000. Agency fees are payable by the vendor. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website www.georisques.gouv.fr. For reasons of discretion, the location of the property is given approximately. The information given in this description is based on our visit to the property and on information obtained from the current owner. The surface areas and dates of construction, in particular, are given for information only. They have no contractual value and we cannot be held liable for any inaccuracies or omissions. Photographs may be modified Référence agence : 293