Reference: C5-4541
Nestled in the heart of Normandy’s Pays d'Auge, this historic estate has stood for over five centuries in an elevated, secluded position near a charming market town. Surrounded by rolling hills, ancient peat bogs, and woodlands, it offers an idyllic retreat within easy reach of the coast and less than 200 km from Paris.
Nearby towns such as Caen and Lisieux provide excellent transport links.
This timber-framed property blends centuries-old authenticity with modern comforts. The three-story main residence (213 sqm) features a symmetrical facade, bay windows, and a traditional tiled roof with pavilion dormers. The interior showcases exposed beams, terracotta tiles, parquet flooring, and monumental fireplaces.
Ground Floor: A 42 sqm dining room/kitchen with a ‘monumental lean-to fireplace,’ a 35 sqm lounge with a more recent fireplace, a utility room, and office space.
First Floor: Two spacious bedrooms (each 35 sqm), a bathroom, and a dressing room.
Second Floor: Two attic-style bedrooms (20 sqm each) under cathedral ceilings, with exposed beams and a shared shower room.
Four historic outbuildings form a picturesque courtyard. One has been converted into a charming guesthouse (75 sqm) with a modern kitchen, mezzanine bedroom, and a fireplace-fitted living room. Another outbuilding serves as garages, storage, and a tack room.
A well-equipped equestrian complex includes:
A six-box barn with automatic drinking troughs
An 80 x 40 m fiber-reinforced sand arena
Grass paddocks with wooden fencing
The estate spans 33.5 acres (13.56 ha) of carefully terraced land, ideal for equestrian activities. A natural pond enhances the serene landscape, home to local wildlife. The grounds also feature an orchard, flowerbeds, and a vegetable garden.
A heated 10 x 5 m swimming pool (renovated in 2023) is accompanied by a timber-framed pool house with a fireplace and covered terrace.
This remarkable estate offers an unparalleled blend of history, nature, and equestrian excellence—a true sanctuary in the Pays d'Auge.
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