manors for sale Falaise, France

Ref.4424 : French listed manor house for sale in Normandy In the heart of Normandy, in the emblematic Pays d'Auge, on the outskirts of a market town of just over a hundred souls, a stunning estate with a fortified appearance has stood secretly out of sight for over five centuries, its only surroundings the luxuriant nature of its beautifully laid-out French-style parkland. The acknowledged heir to a past devoted to perfecting the edifice, this property today exudes a beautiful harmony and invites contemplation, exuding genuine feelings of well-being that have always encouraged the hosts of the premises to pass the torch only to sincere lovers of heritage. Everyday life, with all its many demands, is made easier by the proximity of a dynamic city only a few leagues away, with the towns of Caen and Lisieux providing all the necessary motorway, rail, sea and airport links. The Pays d'Auge is a first-rate tourist destination, within easy reach of the sea, rich in varied landscapes, sporting and nature activities, and less than 200 km from the capital. A past... a heritage... a dream... a reality... everyone will appreciate if they can invite themselves into history. The manor house was built on an almost square plan in the late 15th and early 16th centuries, before undergoing extensive alterations in the 18th century. This was clearly a ‘defensive’ property, built on a platform surrounded by a moat, with massive towers and numerous loopholes and firing points. The dwelling comprises a main body with a tower at each corner, each of different size and design depending on when they were built. The lower storey is built of small limestone rubble. It is topped by a timber-framed upper storey. A large triangular pediment, added in the 18th century, dominates the facade facing east. This facade is flanked by two symmetrical masonry towers with a hexagonal timber-framed upper storey. The south-facing facade is also flanked by two towers, one of which is cylindrical in stone and has a conical roof. The other to the north, square in plan, is a small keep. It has a limestone base. The upper storey is timber-framed and covered with five-hole tiles, the classic protection against the elements in the 17th century. An enclosed corbelled gallery joins the towers to the south and west. The original north wall is only visible from inside the dwelling, as it was lined with a timber-framed wall in the 17th century for greater convenience. The entire dwelling is on a human scale, with approx. 250 sqm of living space distributed as follows: Ground floor: Main entrance via the east tower (exposed stone walls, terracotta floor tiles, fire-place) - (ceiling height : 3.28 m); Living room (44 sqm) (fabric, terracotta floor tiles, 2 stone fireplaces (one functional), overmantel) - ceiling height: 3.30 m ; Kitchen (15 sqm) (stone floor, monumental fireplace (wood-burning stove), exposed joists; Second entrance hall (15 sqm) used as scullery, cloakroom, boiler room, wc, wooden spiral staircase; Hallway (6.85x1.00 m) with outside access to the gardens and to the spiral staircase; Dining room in the east tower (exposed stonework, terracotta floor tiles, bare ceiling), 3.30 m high; Stone spiral staircase leading to the upper floors. Remarkable coffered door (3.00 x 1.75 m). 1st floor: Access to office in east tower (4.30x0.95) (sea rush, low panelling); Study/library: ceiling height : 3.50 m (terracotta floor tiles, stone fireplace); Hallway leading to the bedrooms (6.70x1.15 m) (low panelling, bare ceiling); Bedroom 1: 40sqm (fabric, terracotta floor tiles, stone fireplace with overmantel, alcove, dressing room); Library, hallway, bathroom + wc (ceiling height : 3.30m); Bedroom 2: 19 sqm (plaster, terracotta floor tiles, stone fireplace, half-timbering), shower room, adjoining wc; Wooden spiral staircase (interlocking half-timbering) - 3.40 m high; Bedroom 3: 18.50 sqm (fabric, carpet, exposed joists, stone fireplace with overmantel), separate wc, small dressing room - ceiling height : 3.40m ; Spiral staircase leading to the attic. 2nd floor: Vast attic (40 sqm) in cathedral form, with exposed timbers (insulated), carpeted floor; 2 attics for storage (insulated) - 5.00 m high at the ridge. The manor's outbuildings are grouped together to the north in the former ‘bailey’. There are seven of them, all with rubble stone bases topped with half-timbering and topped with flat tile roofs. The facades and roofs are protected by an historic monument listing dated 10/11/1993. When they were acquired, some of them were converted into guest rooms (gites), reception rooms or studio flats. 1) CARETAKER'S COTTAGE : It comprises 2 levels with a total floor area of around 100sqm. Ground floor: living room (lounge/dining room), separate kitchen, wc. First floor: landing bedroom, 2 smaller bedrooms, bathroom. Brick/terracotta - Oil-fired central heating - Single glazing - Electricity to be upgraded. 2) GITES/GUEST ROOMS : A) Living room with shower room - adjoining WC. Floor tiles and joists. 35sqm. B) Living room with shower room - adjoining WC. Tiled floor and joists. 38sqm. C) Living room with shower room - adjoining WC. Tiled floor and joists. 29sqm. Electric heating - 100l hot water tank - Single bend - Separate meter - Electricity to be reviewed. D) Separate kitchen and utility room (12sqm) equipped with sink, hob, washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge/dishwasher. E) Cellars: one used as a storeroom (23sqm) / the other as a wine cellar (16sqm). Electrical panel with differential. Terra cotta floors. Rooms as is. Attic over the whole. Roof at rear of guest bedrooms to be redone. 3) SHEDS : Long building (17x 6 m) divided into 3 sections for equipment storage. Canopy for wood storage at the rear. Roof tired. 4) RECEPTION ROOM : Magnificent building overlooking the moat, converted into a vast reception room. Terra cotta floors - Cathedral ceiling (7.90 m to the ridge) - Mezzanine in the gable end Numerous windows providing plenty of natural light (single glazing). Recent electrical panel. Dimensions: 14.65 x 6.48 m = 95 sqm. 5) DOVECOTE : Extending from the guest rooms is a square, half-timbered dovecote dating from the 15th century, topped with a stone base. There are approx. 400 boulins, indicating the size of the primary estate (1976 acres - 800 ha). Attached is a workshop (concrete floor, with a small mezzanine for storage). 6) GARAGES and STUDIO : Square timber-framed building on 2 levels with outside access on the first floor. Ground floor: 2 garages: (6.25 x 3.25) and (6.28 x 3.13) - ceiling height : 2.40m. First floor: conversion of a small studio (28 sqm) comprising 2 bedrooms, shower room + wc. Electric heating - Electricity to be reviewed. 7) GAMES ROOM : name given to a stone outbuilding with no specific use, situated at the entrance to the property. There is an adjoining wood shed. Concrete floor, electricity. Attic. Dimensions: 13 x 5.50 m). ceiling height : 2.75 m. LANDS The property is at a reasonable distance from the little-used departmental road, thus benefiting from absolute peace and quiet. The official entrance is marked by two handsome stone pillars inviting you to follow the avenue of lime trees leading to the farmyard. A large orchard bordered by bright hedges of hornbeam precedes the first buildings of the farmyard, revealing generous grass that could give some horses a hankering.... This is followed by the farmyard, staggered slightly back from the manor house. From the small car park, the eye is immediately drawn to the moat; the culvert plunges us back into history by inviting us onto the manor's grassed terraces. The rear of the property sets a different tone when we take the second culvert and enter the heart of the formal garden, laid out around a central path shaded by tall, perfectly aligned topiaries. Numerous fruit trees mingle with the festivities all along this path until we reach the repository, where a thousand flowers and plants are delicately arranged in structured flowerbeds. A wood of around 3.70 acres (1.5 hectares) completes the décor, much to the delight of the roe deer... All the tree species are present (ash, elm, lime, yew, etc.). The property is regularly maintained, for the most part by the couple who look after it. The property is free from any visual, olfactory or noise nuisance. It comprises 9.41 acres (3ha 81a) of land. The following parts are partially listed on the Inventaire supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques : Dwelling, excluding modern decor; terrace on which it stands, with the remains of its towers; moat and its bridges; facades and roofs of the outbuildings; dovecote; facades and roofs of the farm buildings . listed by order of 10 November 1993. This property is a historic monument (allowing fiscal tax cuts if you pay taxes in France). 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.4541 : French property for sale in Normandy with swimming pool In the heart of Normandy, in the emblematic Pays d'Auge, on the outskirts of a market town of just one hundred souls, this authentic ensemble has stood for over five centuries in a dominant, out-of-the-way position. The Pays d'Auge is a remarkable natural area, with its hills, heather moors, ancient peat bogs and wooded areas, offering a first-rate tourist environment, within easy reach of the sea, rich in varied landscapes and sporting and nature activities, .... less than 200 km from the capital. Neither modest nor ostentatious, this timber-framed ensemble has managed to retain its age-old authenticity, while adopting the codes of contemporary life, taking on an exceptional landscape from which it derives some of its magnificence. Everyday life, with its many demands, is made easier by the proximity of dynamic medium-sized towns just a few leagues away. The towns of Caen and Lisieux provide all the road, rail, sea and airport links you need. Purity.....silence....heritage....and what if paradise was in Normandy? This Augeron ensemble comprises a 3-storey main building with a 4-slope tiled roof featuring 2 pavilion roof dormers. The timber-framed structure is infilled with lime-rendered cob, resting on an insulating base of jointed stone. The whole is pure and harmonious, with an elegant symmetry punctuated by bay windows of varying sizes. The main facade faces south-east and has an unobstructed view over a grassy hill; the rear facade overlooks the outbuildings, which are arranged in a staggered layout and form a courtyard of honour. With an interior surface area of approx. 213 sqm, the dwelling is distributed as follows: Ground floor : entrance on the east side into a 42 sqm dining room/kitchen with a ‘monumental lean-to fireplace’ with a wooden ‘crowning cornice’ resting on imposing sculpted stone ‘corbels’, beautiful terracotta floor tiles, exposed beams and joists, sculpted main beam and a remarkable corbel. There is a perfectly preserved vegetable garden. Kitchen area, equipped with a GODIN cooker. Hand-wash basin under staircase no. 1. 35 sqm lounge with a monumental, more recent fireplace. Tiled floor. Exposed beams and joists. Utility room. Small office space under stairway no. 2; ceiling height : 2.75 m. 1st floor : access via each of the gabled staircases. Wooden staircase with ornate balusters. Landing leading to a bathroom / wc. Tiled floor. Exposed joists. Bedroom 1: Large room with parquet flooring (35 sqm) and monumental fireplace. Dressing room. Exposed beams and joists. Bedroom 2: accessible via bedroom 1 or staircase 2. 35 sqm room with parquet flooring. Access to staircase no. 2. Exposed beams and joists. 2nd floor : accessed via the 2 staircases in the gable end. Bedroom 3: A space of around 20 sqm with parquet flooring under cathedral ceilings; exposed beams. Small storage room, also used as a shower room. Bedroom 4: adjoining bedroom 3 but accessed via stairway no. 2. Approx. 20 sqm of parquet flooring under the eaves. Exposed roof frame. Adjoining a small shower room / wc, with terracotta floor tiles. 4 outbuildings, originally used for agricultural purposes, are spread around the north side, forming a courtyard of honour of great homogeneity. One of these outbuildings has now been converted into a dwelling, adding to the capacity of the main dwelling. A fifth outbuilding now accompanies the swimming pool. SWIMMING POOL : Small timber-framed, tiled building with a sheltered, paved awning and a convivial area with a fireplace. Storage room in annex. Swimming pool equipment room in the basement of the dwelling, with access via the west gable. Swimming pool created in 2014, measuring 10 x 5 m and tapering to a depth of 2 m. Equipped with a heat pump - Liner replaced in 2023 - Outside shower - Lighting. OUTBUILDING 1: Timber-framed building with recent roof tiles and stone base. It comprises a former ‘charetterie’, now used as garages. The remainder of the ground floor is converted into a tack room and storeroom measuring approx. 15 x 5.50 m. Concrete slab. The first floor has a vast, unused attic floor (10.30 x 3.50 m under sloping ceilings). Electricity present. Good height. OUTBUILDING 2: Timber-framed building with recent roof tiles, built over 2 stories, accessible on three sides. Former cider press and storage cellar. Attic throughout. Electricity present. Undeveloped part, but with definite potential for extension. AWNING: Wooden structure under recent tiles, converted into garages (3 cars). Concrete slab. FRIENDS' HOUSE : Very attractive timber-framed, tiled building, converted into an annexe to the dwelling. Ground floor: gabled entrance protected by an elegant fanlight; modern fitted kitchen (12.75 sqm); utility room (3.60 sqm); shower room - wc (4.80 sqm). Staircase exit; Living room (34sqm) with fireplace fitted with a large wood burner. Cathedral ceiling. First floor: landing, rest area, wc with washbasin, mezzanine bedroom. Travertine flooring on the ground floor and parquet flooring on the first floor - Double-glazed windows - Internal shutters - Electric heating. Total living space of approx. 75 sqm. Quality restoration. EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES: below the road, a recently converted equestrian complex, comprising a barn with a wooden structure and steel sheeting, housing 6 boxes (4 x 3 m) with automatic drinking troughs. A fibre-reinforced sand arena (80 x 40 m) has also been created, with a 5,000-litre water reserve for effective watering in the event of drought. 2-bar wooden fences, 1.50m high. Adjacent grass paddock. The property is situated on a hillside, on a piece of land that has been cleverly shaped into an espalier pattern, making it easy to manage and suitable for all generations. Essentially made up of non-wetting grassland, the property is perfectly suited to the needs of the horses, which keep the sloping areas in perfect shape. Several paddocks have been created, with no fixed structures (lices), giving future guests who are not keen on horses free rein. A beautiful pond will appeal to fishermen or simple contemplative visitors who will enjoy the fascinating views of the Pays d'Auge from the island.... Apple, pear and other fruit trees, flowerbeds and flowers complete the landscaped setting that surrounds the property.... Deer, wild boar and hares are sure to make their presence felt and remind us that they are part of the scenery! An adjoining 11 x 10m area is reserved for parking vans, lorries and other farm equipment. Manure area. Paddocks. Together, the 33.51 acres (13ha 56a 27ca) of undeveloped land guarantees inviolable tranquillity and an exceptional landscape. 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.

Close to the BILLOT forest, in a nuisance-free environment, with a perfectly unobstructed view of hedged pastures, typically Augeron landscapes. Norman property built in half-timbered style and covered with small terracotta tiles for all buildings. The property is organized around a 16th-century manor house arranged over three levels, adorned with remarkable corbels and incredibly high-quality timber framing. It boasts a beautiful heated swimming pool (10x5) with a pool house and a stone terrace that are perfectly integrated into the landscape. An approximately 60m² guest house that has recently been fully restored accommodates friends. Two other annex buildings complete the picture: very nice stables perfectly arranged and an old press extended by a very large open garage. - 1°/ 16th-century manor house built of half-timbering on stone foundations and covered with small tiles, distributed as follows: On the ground floor: Living room with equipped kitchen and monumental stone fireplace, WC, sitting room with stone fireplace, tomettes flooring covering the entire ground floor. Access to the upper floors by two different stairways at each end. 1st floor: Bathroom, WC, bedroom with stone fireplace and built-in wardrobes, bathroom, bedroom with stone fireplace. 2nd floor: 2 bedrooms, shower room, and one additional room. Central heating with fuel. Sanitation via a micro sewage treatment plant. - 2°/ Guest house built in half-timbering and covered with small tiles including: On the ground floor: Living room with fireplace and natural stone insert, fully equipped recent kitchen, shower room, storage. Upstairs: Bedroom, toilets, landing area with built-in wardrobes. Electric heating, double glazing. - 3°/ Old press for use as a garage, cart barn, workshop, attic above. - 4°/ Old stable for storage with attic. - 5°/ Pool house with cellar, technical room, changing room, toilets, summer kitchen. - 6°/ Heated swimming pool (10x5) with cover and terrace (travertine and wood). - 7°/ Barns with 6 boxes (4x5), storage (24x12M), manure storage, shower, tack room. - 8°/ Riding arena 80x40, all-weather (fiber), drainage around with tank. - 9°/ 2 paddocks. All set on 13.5 hectares of hilly land, with no nuisances and panoramic views of the Augeron bocage.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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.

Réf.4545 : Near Argentan, beautiful manor-farmhouse for sale. In the meandering region of Suisse Normande, centuries have shaped an exceptional landscape, punctuated by remarkable residences, living witnesses to an ancient history, that 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. Numerous manor houses and châteaux have taken over the protected natural areas, giving themselves undivided peace and quiet. An elegant outbuilding of the neighbouring château, this dwelling has all the hallmarks of a fortified ‘Manor Farm’, with its many outbuildings reflecting the visceral attachment to the land that inspired the Lords. The property benefits from a reassuring neighbourliness, while retaining its very appreciable privacy. Nature offers a disconcerting view, free from any nuisance. Everyday life is assured just a mile away (5km), with the town of Argentan providing a full range of shops, craft industries, administrative and logistical services. Experience the authenticity of the Orne valleys, peaceful holiday resorts just 2 hours by train from the capital. Suisse Normande is a privileged.....secret corner of paradise that you should discover.... and treasure. The property tells part of the story of the neighbouring fortified castle, dating from the 12th century, of which only a few vestiges remain. The castle was almost completely destroyed and rebuilt at the end of the 19th century, but history has not been able to provide any information about the key events of this very important 'in-between' period. It is thought to have been occupied during the war... The farmhouse, on the other hand, would have been saved from destruction, validating the hypothesis that it dates from the early 16th century. Forming a single estate combining castle, manor house and farm until 1930, this property passed from hand to hand until it was acquired in 2000 by its current owners. The building was soon converted into a gîte /guest house and venue for artists of all kinds, satisfying their owners' passion for music and arts. An auditorium-like hall was created, now an essential venue for a summer music festival. Now it's time for a the current owners, to new adventures, less rural ....... 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, gite, boiler room). The main dwelling, enriched by a terrace overlooking the horizon, exceptionally untouched by any nuisance. This exceptional site has received a 'listed in the inventory of sites' by decree of 12 March 1943. 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. 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.

2.5 hours from Paris and 8 km from Argentan, this beautiful 18th-century Norman manor house, with its typical stone facades, winding staircase and flat-tiled roof, is set in 1.4 ha of pleasantly wooded parklands with a lake, accessed via a lime-tree avenue. With approx. 600 m² (6,458 sq ft) of living space and 15 rooms, the ground floor comprises an entrance hall leading to a dining room with fireplace, a kitchen and a bathroom, and a small lounge, followed by a large lounge with fireplace. A corridor leads to the perpendicular wing, which on the ground floor features a large bar area with fireplace and a monumental stairway with passageways leading to 2 bedrooms and a bathroom, as well as a vast attic. Opposite the main entrance, a stone stairway leads to the 1st floor landing, which distributes 5 bedrooms, including an outbuilding, and 2 bathrooms. An enclosed stairway leads to 2 attic bedrooms, an attic/utility room and a laundry room. A service staircase leads from one of the bedrooms and its bathroom on the 1st floor to the second floor, where there is also a large bedroom and a bathroom. Finally, above the kitchen, there is a games room accessed by an outside staircase. The beautifully crafted building features noble materials such as old terracotta floor tiles, stone flagstones, comblanchien, oak parquet flooring, exposed oak beams and joists, and a pleasantly luminous interior thanks to its high ceilings. There are also several annexes: The former henhouse, a small building enclosing the property, finished with a turret and divided into 2 storage areas, with a floor surface area of approx. 40 m² (430 sq ft). Two sheds in the extension of the wing perpendicular to the manor house, incorporating the boiler for this wing. A large garage, a more recently built building with almost 90 m² of usable floor space. The barn and cider house, a building with a floor surface area of approx. 145 m², to which should be added the attic above the barn section. The 1.4 ha (4.5 acres) of parklands, pleasantly planted with trees and featuring a small lake fed by a spring, includes numerous powerful trees, notably the avenue of lime trees facing the manor house. Its architecture, setting and location make this a property with character that is sure to please. Property presented by Hugues de Jessey +33 (0)6 60 12 33 33 Fees charged by the vendor. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

In the heart of Normandy Switzerland, 30 minutes from Caen and near Thury Harcourt, the FAUDAIS CABINET presents this charming 18th-century manor set on over 3 hectares of garden and greenery. Covering an area of approximately 200 m², the manor features bright reception rooms adorned with a superb herringbone parquet floor, 3 spacious bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms or wash areas, and a large attic. A recent geothermal heating system ensures comfort and energy savings.The property also includes an independent guesthouse with an area of about 115 m², perfect for seasonal rental activities or to host family and friends.This property benefits from a privileged environment, close to hiking trails and the typical rolling landscapes of Normandy Switzerland.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. 4315: For sale, XVIII th. C. Manor house with park in Suisse Normande Immersed in the heart of a village with medieval origins, this manor house is a pure example of the rich heritage of which the renowned 'Suisse Normande' can boast, criss-crossing the departments of Orne and Calvados along its river. Proudly set in the heart of a small town of some 765 souls, the property benefits from a rural outlook offered by a beautifully wooded park, complicit in serenity and tranquility. The region is particularly rich in tourist, cultural and sporting activities (miniature train and printing museums, Pontécoulant castle, Souleuvre viaduct, canoeing, aquatic facilities, golf, cinema, camping, Pont-d'Ouilly leisure center, climbing, fishing, hiking, etc.), not to mention the breathtaking panorama offered by the Orne valley. So many assets that you can't help but think of as the perfect second home, or atypical holiday destination. The nearby town of Condé en Normandie, just 3 leagues away, offers all the services and shops you need for everyday life. La Suisse Normande' is a privileged corner of paradise...a secret you'll want to discover...and keep! The property features an 18th-century main building, flanked by two late-19th-century towers, with an east wing set at right-angles. The facade features a slight overhang in the middle of the building, bearing a pediment in honor of 'Saint-Martin'. The brick porch features a double-flight stone staircase. The whole is well-balanced and symmetrical for its time. The manor house has a slate roof with 3 crenellated brick chimneys. The main entrance originally featured an elegant canopy topped by a terrace. This was probably replaced by the war. Built over 4 levels, the main dwelling provides around 310 sqm of living space, distributed as follows: -Garden level: kitchen and utility room (19.5 + 2.8 sqm) Unused space (23 sqm) with access to boiler room and storeroom (2.9 and 3.8 sqm) Dining room (23.9 sqm) with fireplace Clearing (3 sqm) and access to laundry room (4.6 sqm) -Ground floor: Main entrance with staircase (4.7 sqm) Parqueted living room with marble fireplace, adjoining a boudoir (21.7 sqm + 2.8 sqm) Back staircase with storage space (5 sqm) Parqueted living room with fireplace (17.05 sqm) Rear hallway (3.75 sqm); WC (2.8 sqm) Bedroom 1 (16.5 sqm) Raised access to bedrooms (5.4 sqm) Bedroom 2 (12 sqm) Shower room (3.8 sqm) Bedroom 3 (8.02 sqm) -1st floor: Landing (4.3 sqm) Bedroom 4 (22.8 sqm) + tower area (2.8 sqm) Bathroom (5.2 sqm) Hallway (6.4 sqm) and WC access (2.8 sqm) Bedroom 5 (14.6 sqm) Raised access to bedroom 6 (23.4 sqm) -2nd floor: Attic space throughout. The property has just one technical outbuilding, located to the west, in the immediate vicinity of the manor house. It comprises a garage for 2 vehicles, and a small adjoining storeroom. The annex: a dwelling has been converted in the eastern part of the manor into an L-shaped extension. With around 45 sqm of living space, it comprises an entrance hall, kitchen/dining area, living room, 2 bedrooms (one of which is less than 9 m2), and a shower room. The property is in good condition, perfectly habitable and/or suitable for rental. The park is the essential and essential element of this property, optimizing its rural character while at the same time showing that it belongs in the heart of the commune. The city in the country....the country in the city! Logically south-facing, the grassed part of the park benefits from maximum sunlight, naturally regulated by a belt of protected century-old trees to ensure coolness in the evening. Oaks and chestnuts compete in beauty, while a few apple trees complete the decor. A driveway criss-crosses the park, giving double access to the gates on the east and west sides of the property. A discreet vegetable garden awaits the 'green thumb' who will know how to restore it to its former glory... The whole constitutes a land area of around 8,700 sqm, part of which is constructible. 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.

UNDER SALE COMPROMISE8.5 km LIVAROT13 km LISIEUX39 km DEAUVILLE211 km PARISManor Augeron 15 minutes from Lisieux.Situated halfway up the side of a charming little valley through which a stream flows at the bottom of the property. No disturbing noise, no wind turbine, surrounded by trees and hedges, this character property will charm you with the quality of its environment.Enhanced by a small pond and complemented by a small chapel built with timber framing.The Manor includes:Living room with brick and monumental stone fireplace, paved brick floors, staircase, laundry/WC.Very beautiful crossing living space of about 75m2 with open and fitted kitchen, open timber framing, polished concrete, wood stove, large living area below opening onto a vast terrace facing West.Upstairs, two bedrooms including one of 31m2 which can be divided into two bedrooms (water room possible, water and drainage OK), bathroom with toilet.On the second floor, a very beautiful bedroom of 30m2.In the heart of nature without being isolated, you will benefit from a plot of about 1.5 hectares. This Manor offers tranquility and authenticity, a stable, a small chapel.No nuisancesInformation about the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques site: georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.