manors for sale Nord, France

Situated just a few kilometers from the Belgian border, in the center of a pleasant tourist commune in the heart of the Avesnois park, this beautiful manor house, once a love gift from a Grand de France to his beloved, was built in 1840 on the remains of an ancient medieval chateau destroyed during the French Revolution. A few moats, still filled with water, and a 17th-century longère, once used as a carriage house and weapons room, remain from this historic past. Now completely renovated to the highest standards by master craftsmen and Compagnons du devoir, the property offers a level of comfort and convenience that makes this large family home an exceptional place to live. Set in 2,200 sqm of parkland with completely restored surrounding walls, this manor house has a living area of approx. 417 sqm and is divided into three parts. On the ground floor, the main building comprises an entrance hall leading to a reception room and a study. A corridor leads to a very large, luminous living room with an imposing fireplace, and opens onto a large, fully-equipped kitchen area. Toilet facilities by Philippe Starck complete the ensemble. On the firts floor, a large landing leads to a bedroom with a fireplace and numerous cupboards, and a white marble bathroom. The same landing leads to a second bedroom and bathroom, a decorated bathroom suite, a complete dressing room and a library. The second floor is divided between a new suite, comprising bedroom and bathroom, and a gym. The second part of the manor house is adjoined by the original longère, comprising a first independent apartment, comprising an entrance hall, a lounge, dining room and kitchen, and a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor, as well as two refurbished apartments, unoccupied and just waiting to be decorated. Finally, the central courtyard, paved with period cobblestones and opening onto the park, leads to an outbuilding comprising a summer kitchen and garage, making up the third and final part of the property. Entirely renovated to a very high standard, this manor house is in perfect condition and needs no further work. Its privileged location in the heart of the village gives immediate access to nearby shops and services, while enjoying the unspoilt natural surroundings of the regional park. Selling price : 1 263 000 euros Fees at vendor's expense Manor house : Energy class : E Climate class : E Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 5,630 and 7,680 euros per year. Prices indexed to January 1, 2021. Longère: Energy class: D Climate class: D Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 1,040 and 1,460 euros per year. Prices indexed to January 1, 2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

A few kilometers from the Belgian border, in a pleasant commune of the Avesnois park, surrounded by forests, meadows and hedged farmland typical of the region, lies this remarkable family château, which displays its cachet and charm in the midst of a wooded park of over 7000 sqm. Built at the end of the 19th century by a Parisian textile entrepreneur who fell in love with the area and decided to build his country residence here, this elegant residence, tastefully renovated by its current owners, offers the appeal of an exceptional place conducive to relaxation, calm and rejuvenation. With a total living area of approx. 600 sqm, it is divided over 3 levels: The first floor, accessed via a vast staircase, comprises an entrance hall, a fitted kitchen, a large living room with a monumental fireplace overlooking the park, a small sitting room, a billiards room and a bathroom. The 2 upper floors, accessible via a main staircase and a service staircase, comprise 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms with toilet, plus a large children's area dedicated to games and TV. The ensemble is completed by a basement comprising various cellars and a garage equipped with charging stations for electric vehicles. Last but not least, the large park provides the château with a green setting where, come fine weather, everyone can enjoy the outdoor terrace and relaxation areas in the shade of the tall trees. Perfectly renovated and ready to move into, the property requires no work whatsoever (new roof). It lends itself equally well to a bed & breakfast activity or to hosting a large family. Situated around 1h30 from Brussels and Lille and 45 minutes from Charleroi, the nearest airport, it benefits from the exceptional environment of the Avesnois Park and its many tourist and cultural attractions. Selling price : 1 263 000 euros Fees at seller's expense Energy class : D Climate class : D Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 10,400 euros and 14,150 euros per year. Average energy prices indexed to 2021, 2022 and 2023. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

This 19th century manor house, with its well-preserved character and authenticity, is ideally situated in the heart of a pleasant, lively commune in the Lille countryside, within easy reach of local shops and amenities as well as Lesquin airport and the motorway leading to Paris and Brussels. With just over 400 sqm of living space and built on a 1,500 sqm plot, the character and spaciousness of this property offer a wealth of conversion possibilities. The ground floor comprises a double entrance hall illuminated by a huge period stained glass window, a study, a kitchen and a utility room, a 38 sqm lounge/dining room with two fireplaces, and a 43 sqm south-facing lounge/winter garden bathed in light. The first floor comprises three bedrooms (9, 12 and 19 sqm), a dressing room, a separate bathroom and a sanitary unit, as well as a 27 sqm master suite with its own bathroom, all served by wide corridors. The second floor under the roof comprises three large, generously proportioned rooms (15, 25 and 38 sqm) that can be rearranged to suit all types of project. The property is completed by a large basement comprising cellars, storage space and a boiler room (gas-fired boiler). Partly renovated, this exceptional property requires some refurbishment to restore it to its original glory. It represents an excellent opportunity to support a top-of-the-range project in a privileged location in the heart of the Lille metropolitan area. Selling price: €653,000 Fees payable by the vendor Energy class : D Climate class: D Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between €49,000 and €55,000 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

Situated just a few kilometers from Cambrai and less than an hour from Lille, this grand manor house, nestled in over a hectare of landscaped parkland, stands as a silent witness to the region's rich economic past. Built in 1860 for a local family of industrialists who ran a major weaving company, this imposing building was originally more than just a place of residence, and was intended to embody the economic and social success of the family business. Transformed over the years according to the tastes and aspirations of successive owners, this beautiful residence has gradually evolved in a spirit combining authenticity and modernism to offer today the calm and serenity of a charming retreat where beauty, well-being and luxury come together. Tastefully renovated over three levels, the manor house was extended in the late 90s to include a large reception room, a heated swimming pool, a sauna, showers and changing rooms, and an outdoor solarium. The first floor comprises an entrance hall, a study, a large semi-professional fitted kitchen, a dining room, a double living room with fireplace opening onto the park and a winter garden providing the transition to the modern part. The first floor comprises three bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and toilet, and a large suite of over 60 sqm with balneo bath and walk-in shower. The second floor also features four bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and toilet, plus an adjoining room that could be used as an office. Convertible attic space completes the ensemble. Also included in the sale is a janitor's cottage of approx. 100 sqm in need of renovation, located on the edge of the estate. This property, often used for film or TV shoots due to its aesthetics and surroundings, is now intended for a multi-purpose residential, seminar/reception and bed & breakfast activity. It can be used for a wide range of purposes, from developing existing activities (full booking schedule) to turning it into a vast, comfortable family home. Selling price : 1 417 500 euros Fees at seller's expense Energy class : D Climate class : D Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between €8490 and €11530 per year. Average energy prices indexed to 2021, 2022 and 2023. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Close to the Belgian border, 20 minutes from Mons and Valenciennes, 45 minutes from Lille and Brussels, Anglo-Norman style property built in 1925 on a 14,435m² plot of land enjoying a wooded park with alleys, pond and tennis court. On the ground floor, the main entrance serves 2 living rooms, 3 dining rooms and 1 meeting room. The kitchen is equipped with professional equipment and has a service entrance. Completing this level of 350m², a large reception room with meeting room, checkroom and toilet, also benefiting from a secondary entrance. On the 1st floor, 5 main rooms, 2 of which with terrace and balcony, 2 bathrooms, a dressing room. On the 2nd floor, 2 offices and an access to the attic. A full basement of 350m² with wine cellar in a still lower level completes this exceptional property. Exterior outbuildings : 7 garages 90 m2 Garden shed 30 m2 Tennis court Pond Greenhouse Dovecote A real asset, 10 000m² of the plot are buildable and accessible in a totally independent way by an adjacent street. The whole property is very charming, and lovers of houses full of history and architecture will not remain insensitive. This exceptional property is ready for a professional use (seminar, bed and breakfast, restaurant, weddings...). The additional land area (10000m2) can be separated and resold or allows a professional real estate developer to create a set of houses to build. A real investment opportunity to seize. File on request at the agency.