Manors for sale Ambrières-les-Vallées, France

Ref.4044. Charming 17th C. dwelling and its reception building in Mayenne department. 'In this land of moor and heather, the passage where one meets this beautiful ruin lacks neither charm nor freshness, with its forest and deep valley. These are the words of Abbé Angot to describe the environment of this property Located in the north of the Mayenne, historically in the Bas Maine, this 17th century dwelling is built in the countryside, in a relatively isolated, intimate and charming environment. In the middle of an old medieval fortress surrounded by water, it comprises the remains of an old castle and its wings, one of which is used as a home and the other as a reception room. 'Curious', 'aesthetic', 'historical' and 'authentic' define this place, which bewitches the walkers who get lost in it. A small resource town is 10 km away by car; all shops and services are provided by a dynamic and historic town 19 km away. The dwelling is reached by a single bridge spanning the moat, passing under a delightful porch of vermiculated stonework, of which the semicircular arch and its pedestrian door remain. The ruins of the castle and the parapet walk, the moat, the base of two imposing defensive towers and the two large communal wings, which are the only parts that can be inhabited today, remain from the old fortification, whose size and splendour of yesteryear can be imagined. In the middle of the enclosure is a formal garden with an old gates in the centre. The two outbuildings are arranged symmetrically on either side of the garden, back-to-back with the old castle that once stood at the end of the courtyard. They are built of stone, rendered with lime, covered with slate and the roofs are adorned with charming bull's eyes; the east wing is fitted out as a vast reception room and the west wing is the dwelling which comprises: On the ground floor: a large room partially separated into two volumes by an entrance hatch which is glazed; this room includes two monumental fireplaces, cushions, exposed beams and the start of the stairway to the first floor; to the south, a bedroom with a fireplace, a terracotta floor laid between oak slats and exposed beams, and adjoining a bathroom - wc; to the north, a vast kitchen with a fireplace and a terracotta and stone floor, and to follow a technical room (laundry/boiler room), and a toilet. On the first floor: separated by hemp and lime partitions, 4 bedrooms with shower room and wc; the floors are covered with sea rush. The rooms face east and south, and on the opposite side, the thick, high walls formed the wall topped by its parapet walk. It should be emphasised that the work carried out was done with a technical and artistic concern, the result of which is remarkable. Here again, the adjectives curious, aesthetic, historical and authentic are used. The living area of the house is approximately 350sqm. Opposite the dwelling, the former stables (twin building of the dwelling) have been converted into a reception area and the work was completed in April 2020. The large room measures approximately 250sqm. The floor is made of tinted cement, the walls are plastered with lime and the framework is covered with an elegant formwork in the shape of an overturned ship's hull, giving the room volume and sound absorption. In the extension there is a room for the caterer and a sanitary block (toilet and washbasin); A stone outbuilding with a slate roof used as an equipment shed is set back from the dwelling; A picturesque chapel 3.2 km away by car, covered with shingles. The fortified enclosure dominates the old garden to the south, which is to be recreated, and is bordered by raised paths offering a bucolic walk around it. A few small, unoccupied meadows complete the ensemble for a total surface area of approximately 6.17 acres (2.59 ha). The general atmosphere bears witness to a place steeped in history and legends: 'tradition has it that a hound's head, sculpted on one of the walls of the easements, indicates the exact spot where a barrel of gold is hidden, but this treasure has not been discovered'. The Mayenne: castle, manor houses, beautiful residences. Gilbert CHAUSSIS. The work carried out by the current owner has made it possible to save and restore this site, which seemed condemned to a slow decline. The place is now saved and alive! This singular place is calling for a new owner willing to humbly continue the preservation of this thousand-year-old site.

Ref.3960 : French manor for sale in Lower Normandy. This elegant Victorian-inspired property is located in the heart of the Normandie-Maine regional park in the Orne department, adjacent to the Andaines national forest. It is close to a small village which has kept most of its shops and services and a few minutes from the famous spa of Bagnoles de l'Orne. Overlooking a beautiful wooded park, it enjoys an extensive view of the surrounding countryside, preserving its privacy and its total tranquility; this small manor house will offer a relaxing family place easily accessible for a weekend ... or for life. Built on a basement with two identical levels and a generous attic, the manor house has a brick facade with numerous openings decorated with ashlar work. Flanked by two fine turrets with pointed caps, covered with a slate roof with 4 sides decorated with the legendary 'devil's teeth', this manor house presents a balanced architecture and delivers a feeling of refinement, proper to the so-called 'Belle époque'. A double flight staircase completes the ensemble... with discretion. With a living space of approximately 240sqm, excluding the upper floor, the property is distributed as follows Total basement including several rooms with multiple uses (boiler room, fruit room, cellar, storage room...). First floor raised by a few steps: large central entrance in cement tiles serving on its left a living room with parquet floor, fireplace and molded ceiling (23sqm); office or bedroom with parquet floor (15sqm). On its right, dining room with marble fireplace and molded ceiling (23sqm); modern kitchen (15sqm) with tiled floor, open on a scullery/office (10+5m²). 1st floor: access to the first floor by a beautiful oak staircase and wrought iron balusters leading to a large T-shaped gallery serving 4 beautiful and very luminous bedrooms (15,15,23,23sqm) and 2 bathrooms/WC. 2nd floor: identical distribution, including 2 bedrooms (former service rooms) and 2 attics with potential. Nice ceiling heights between 3,50 and 3,60 m The outbuildings include : A large stone outbuilding under tile flanked by an astonishing belvedere, containing various sheds, garages, workshop, having probably constituted the former stables. A small house of about 40sqm on the ground in stone under mechanical tiles including 4 small rooms on 2 levels, to be restored in totality (visible presence of an old network of water and electricity). The property is in a dominant position in a beautiful English-style park that is sufficiently clear to allow beautiful perspectives and to highlight the beautiful species of trees that are hundreds of years old. The green space of the surrounding lawns is enlivened by lively hedges, boxwoods and flowerbeds. An elegant pool sits at the front of the property, calling for inspiration, or simply for rest. A pretty wrought iron gate on the roadside deserves to be restored from its probable past use as a noble entrance. Two beautiful adjoining pastures leave any opportunity to shelter a horse or some goats. The whole constitutes an entity of about 4.10 acres (1ha 66a). abinet LE NAIL - Basse-Normandie - Mr Eric DOSSEUR : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail ( www.cabinetlenail.com/en/ ) to browse our latest listings or find out more about this property.