Captivating 4-Bedroom Home in Normandy's Mantilly: French Countryside Charm with Room to Grow

Sunday morning in Guingamp, and the bells of the Basilique Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours roll across the rooftops just as the light finds its way through the tall original windows, casting long rectangles of gold across a century-old parquet floor. That's the moment you understand what this house is. Not just five bedrooms and a walled garden — a living piece of Breton history, waiting for someone with vision and appetite to bring it fully back to life. This architect-designed Belle Époque mansion sits in the heart of Guingamp, a town that punches well above its weight in character. The house was built when architects designed for eternity — high ceilings that make you stand a little straighter, plaster moldings of the kind you simply cannot replicate today, and original parquet floors that creak pleasingly underfoot, the sound of a house that has held generations of stories. The proportions throughout the ground floor are generous without feeling cold. A majestic entrance hall sets the tone immediately. From there, the kitchen, a welcoming dining room, a refined sitting room, and a summer room that opens directly onto the garden follow in sequence, each space distinct but connected by that same through-light that runs the length of the house. A guest WC completes the ground floor with quiet practicality. Upstairs, five proper bedrooms — including a suite — share two bathrooms, and a converted attic has been given over to a library. Spend a rainy Breton afternoon up there with a novel and a glass of Muscadet and you'll understand the appeal immediately. Outside, the walled and wooded garden is an almost absurd bonus for a town-centre address. Enclosed, private, green — it's the kind of outdoor space that city buyers specif ... click here to read more

On a warm Tuesday morning in Jonzac, you open the terrace doors off the sitting room and the air smells faintly of mineral water and cut grass. Below you, the garden runs downhill in long, generous sweeps — through a canopy of trees, past a woodland patch that filters the light into something almost theatrical — until it reaches the quiet banks of the River Seugne. A heron stands perfectly still at the water's edge. You can hear the church bells from the old town center, just five minutes away on foot. That's the daily reality of owning this five-bedroom geothermically heated house in the heart of one of Charente-Maritime's most quietly compelling spa towns. The property sits less than 500 meters from Jonzac's center, which puts you close to everything without sacrificing the sense of space that defines life here. The upper floor holds three well-proportioned bedrooms, a bathroom with a separate WC, and a triple-aspect living and dining room that catches light from three directions. That room connects directly to the south-facing terrace — the kind of terrace you end up living on from April through October, drinking Pineau des Charentes in the early evenings while the swallows dart over the garden. The kitchen is bright and practical, also opening onto the terrace, so cooking here in summer means constant movement between inside and out. What makes this house genuinely unusual is the lower floor. Two independent guest accommodations sit completely self-contained on that level, each with private access. For a family wanting multi-generational space — grandparents, adult children, close friends who visit for weeks at a time — this layout is hard to find at this price point in France. For a buyer thinking about income gen ... click here to read more

Sunday morning in Savigné, and the kitchen window is open. The smell of coffee mixes with cut grass drifting in from the meadow out back. Nobody's in a hurry. That's kind of the whole point. This former farmhouse in the Vienne département of Poitou-Charentes has been fully renovated and is move-in ready — no months of waiting on contractors, no difficult decisions about plumbing layouts. Someone has already done the hard work. What you walk into is 130 square metres of comfortable, liveable space that still carries the bones and character of a proper French country property: thick stone walls, outbuildings with real agricultural history, a bread oven that looks like it belongs on a postcard, a barn with a stable, and a former henhouse that has quietly been waiting for someone with imagination to figure out what it wants to be next. The ground floor is practical without being cramped. The kitchen is fully equipped and opens directly into the dining and living area, which means the cook never gets exiled to a separate room while everyone else talks. There's a bedroom on this level too, with its own dressing room — useful if you have guests who'd rather not tackle stairs, or if you want to turn the upper floor into a private retreat entirely your own. A shower room, WC, and a boiler room round out the ground floor. Upstairs, a landing connects three further bedrooms and a second shower room with WC. Four bedrooms in total is a generous count for a French country house in this price range — enough for a family and a couple of friends, or enough to make short-term rental a genuine option during the weeks you're not here. Then there's the land. The enclosed garden is the kind of space where afternoon becomes evening withou ... click here to read more

Picture this: it's a Saturday morning in late June, and you're already swimming laps in a 9-by-4.5-metre heated pool before the rest of the hamlet has stirred. The Dordogne air is cool but warming fast, the swallows are cutting arcs over the meadow, and through the covered summer kitchen you can smell coffee brewing. This isn't a fantasy borrowed from a magazine. It's Tuesday, actually—because when you own a place like this, every day feels like a day you chose. The house sits in the tiny hamlet of Creyssensac-et-Pissot, tucked into the rolling green hills of the Périgord Vert, a corner of France that still operates largely on its own timetable. Built in 2012 on a generous 3,725 m² plot, the single-storey villa carries none of the renovation burden that comes with older Dordogne stone farmhouses—no crumbling walls, no damp to chase, no ten-year project looming over your holidays. It earned a B energy rating thanks to full double glazing and underfloor heating throughout, which means winter visits are genuinely comfortable, and your energy bills won't make you wince. Inside, the open-plan living space does what good architecture should: it gets out of your way. The lounge, dining area, and fitted kitchen flow together naturally, lit by wide windows that pull the countryside views directly into the room. The log burner in the corner is less of a necessity—the underfloor heating handles that—and more of an occasion. Light it on a wet November evening with a bottle of Bergerac rouge and a board game on the table, and you'll understand why people keep coming back to the Dordogne season after season. Three well-proportioned bedrooms branch off a central corridor, alongside a family bathroom with both bath and shower, plus a ... click here to read more

On a Sunday morning in Saint-Séverin, the only thing that stirs you is the smell of bread drifting up from the boulangerie two streets over and the faint clinking of bottles as the weekly market sets up on the square. You pad out through the conservatory doors in bare feet, coffee in hand, and stand at the edge of 7,000 square metres of your own French countryside. That's not a fantasy — that's Tuesday here, too. This is a proper Charente stone house. Not a ruin dressed up for photos. Not a weekend project. Solidly renovated, genuinely liveable, and built the way they built things in this part of southwest France — thick walls that stay cool through August, exposed beams that have held up for generations, and a fireplace in the sitting room that earns its keep from October through March. The stone has colour in certain light, going from pale grey to warm amber depending on the hour. You'll notice that. You'll stop noticing other things you used to care about. The main house runs to three bedrooms and flows the way a French farmhouse should — not rigidly, not in a straight line, but through rooms that connect to each other and back out to the garden at multiple points. The ground floor living and dining space anchors everything, anchored itself by that stone fireplace with its inset wood burner. From there you move into the kitchen, which is properly fitted rather than decorative, or into the conservatory, which catches afternoon light and works equally well as a reading room or an extra dining space when the table inside fills up. The main sitting room has its own wood burner too — this house takes winter seriously — and connects through to a study or music room depending on what you need it to be. The master suite oc ... click here to read more

Pull up the private drive on a June morning and the first thing you notice is the silence. Not the absence of sound exactly, but the particular kind of quiet that only comes with 2.2 hectares of your own woodland and gardens wrapped around a grand stone house in the Vienne countryside. Then the birds start up. Then, faintly, the church bell in La Trimouille village counts out nine o'clock. And you realize this is going to be a completely different kind of morning. This is a rare piece of rural France — a three-floor principal residence of 293 square metres plus a fully independent gatekeeper's cottage, tucked down its own private lane just a short walk from the centre of La Trimouille in the Poitou-Charentes region. At €315,650, you're looking at a property that would comfortably command double this price in Dordogne or Provence. The Vienne département still operates on its own timetable, which is one of the many reasons people who discover it tend to stay. The main house has a generous, unhurried quality. Wide wooden floors run throughout all three levels — the kind that creak pleasantly and catch afternoon light differently depending on the season. On the ground floor, the living room opens through double doors onto a south-facing terrace overlooking rolling countryside. You'll eat breakfast out there far later into autumn than you'd expect; this part of France averages close to 2,000 hours of sunshine per year. The ground floor also holds a dining room, a well-proportioned kitchen, two offices (useful for remote working or, frankly, finally writing that novel), a bedroom, a shower room, and a separate toilet. Head upstairs and four more bedrooms spread out across the first floor, served by a full bathroom. Above tha ... click here to read more

On a clear morning in the Périgord Noir, you open the shutters and the Vézère valley just sits there below you — mist still clinging to the tree line, the stone walls of the house still cool under your fingertips. There's a smell of woodsmoke somewhere down the hillside. This is Le Bugue on a Tuesday in October, and it's enough to make you wonder why you ever left. This five-bedroom stone house sits elevated above the valley floor, its 3,400 square metres of grounds giving it a quiet authority over the surrounding landscape. From the terrace beside the swimming pool, you look out over one of the most quietly celebrated river valleys in France — the Vézère, which threads its way through prehistoric caves, market towns, and walnut orchards before joining the Dordogne near Limeuil, a village so absurdly picturesque it barely seems real. And yet here you are, looking at it. The house itself is solidly Périgordine in character. The exposed stonework isn't decorative — it's structural, original, the same golden limestone that built the churches and manor houses of this region over several centuries. The stone spiral staircase connecting the two floors is the kind of thing you'd find photographed in a heritage architecture journal. The fireplace in the 39-square-metre living room anchors everything: in January, when the Dordogne countryside pulls on a coat of frost, you'll be grateful for it. Electric underfloor heating runs throughout, so comfort is never a negotiation between atmosphere and practicality. The layout works well for a family or a group of friends. Two bedrooms sit on the ground floor — useful for anyone who prefers not to deal with stairs, or for hosting guests who value a little separation. Upstairs, three m ... click here to read more

Sunday morning in Chancelade sounds like this: a distant church bell from the 12th-century abbey down the road, the creak of old oak floorboards under your feet, and the smell of coffee drifting through a kitchen that has fed generations of the same family. Step outside and the light hits the raised stone terraces in that particular golden way the Dordogne does so well — not filtered or softened, just honest and warm. This is what you're actually buying. Set just five minutes from the centre of Périgueux on a plot of just under an acre, this six-bedroom stone property represents something increasingly rare in the Dordogne: genuine substance. The main residence runs across three levels and holds onto its original bones with real conviction — wide-plank floors worn smooth over decades, a sequence of open fireplaces, and a covered terrace finished in pizé du Périgord, that traditional rammed-earth technique you almost never see intact anymore. It's a material that ties the house directly to the region's building history in a way no renovation could replicate. The layout divides naturally into two distinct living zones, which opens up serious flexibility for how you use the place. The main house offers four bedrooms spread across its three levels, with the kind of generous room proportions that older French country homes do so well — proper ceiling heights, deep window reveals, spaces that feel considered rather than carved up. Then, separate from the main residence, the guest accommodation provides two en suite double bedrooms with their own living area, all overlooking the grounds. It functions entirely independently, which matters enormously whether you're hosting friends for a fortnight in August or considering the pro ... click here to read more

On a quiet Tuesday morning in Lorigné, the only sounds you'll catch from the south-facing terrace are birdsong, the faint clatter of a tractor somewhere beyond the stone walls, and the soft hiss of water in the covered pool below. No traffic. No neighbors peering over the fence. Just 1,377 square meters of enclosed garden, a house that's been here long enough to have earned its thick walls and terracotta floors, and the particular French countryside silence that people drive hundreds of kilometers to find. This four-bedroom stone house sits in a small hamlet between Chef-Boutonne and Sauzé-Vaussais in the Deux-Sèvres département — the quieter, less-hyped cousin of the Charente to the south. It's the kind of place that doesn't show up on the tourist trail, which is precisely why people who've discovered it keep coming back. Roughly 150 square meters of living space spread across two levels, a walled garden that feels genuinely private, a heated 8x4 meter covered pool, and a brand-new air-to-water heat pump installed in 2026. Move-in ready isn't a stretch here — this is a house that's been looked after. Step through the front door and the ground floor sets the tone immediately. The kitchen and dining room spans 37 square meters, with original terracotta tiles underfoot and a pellet stove insert in the fireplace that takes the edge off cool autumn evenings. This is the room where the house lives — where long Sunday lunches with a local Pineau des Charentes stretch into afternoon, where garlic and thyme from the garden end up in whatever's on the stove. The proportions feel right. Not cavernous, not cramped. The living room next door is a different proposition entirely: 45 square meters, its own wood-burning stove in a se ... click here to read more

On Sunday mornings, the bells from the village church carry clean and clear through the upstairs windows — and from the second floor of this 215-square-metre manor house, you can actually see the steeple they ring from. That's not a detail you find in every property. It's the kind of thing that makes you stop mid-coffee and remember why you came to Normandy in the first place. Saint-Aubin-lès-Elbeuf sits on the south bank of the Seine, a few kilometres from Elbeuf and just 20 minutes by train from Rouen's cathedral city centre. It's a proper Norman town — bakeries that still close on Mondays, a weekly market where the cheese vendor knows regulars by name, and streets lined with the kind of stone-and-brick architecture that takes a century or two to earn its look. This manor house sits on one of those streets, on a one-way road that keeps through-traffic away, behind a large gate that shuts the outside world out entirely. The plot runs to 1,150 square metres, fully enclosed by walls — not a hedge, not a fence, actual walls — and the south-facing orientation means the terrace catches the sun from mid-morning until the light goes golden in the early evening. There's a carport, two outbuildings (one fitted with a rainwater tank for garden irrigation, which in Normandy is less of a luxury than you'd think), and mature trees that give the garden a settled, unhurried feeling. The terrace already has a sun lounger and outdoor table set up. On a warm July afternoon, with a glass of Calvados or a cold Leffe from the fridge, this corner of the garden could easily become your most-used room in the house. Inside, the ground floor is well-configured for daily life. The fitted kitchen connects to a dining room — a layout that actual ... click here to read more

On a still morning in early October, you walk out of the kitchen door onto the south-facing terrace with a bowl of coffee, and you realize you can hear absolutely nothing. No traffic. No sirens. Just the faint rustle of chestnut trees down the slope and, somewhere far off, a woodpigeon. Below you, the grounds roll away toward a private forest where cepes and chanterelles push through the leaf litter after autumn rain. The fruit trees — hazelnut, plum, cherry, pear, apple, grape, even an olive — are heavy at this time of year. This is what €259,950 looks like in the Haute-Vienne. This three-hundred-year-old stone cottage and its attached barn in Domps have been painstakingly transformed over two decades into a warm, practical, deeply liveable home. It's 176 square metres of honest rural architecture — exposed stone walls, original timber beams, thick window reveals — brought properly up to date. New roof. Re-done plumbing and electrics to current French norms. Double glazing throughout. Fibre internet. The bones are ancient; everything that matters is sound. Step inside and the kitchen sets the tone immediately. At 41 square metres, it's a serious room — big enough for a long farmhouse table and still have space to breathe. The centrepiece is an original fireplace now housing a pellet burner that quietly heats the majority of the house. This is the room where the house lives. Coffee in the morning light. Wine before dinner. Guests drifting in from the terrace. Adjoining it, a generous living room with a separate dining area pushes another 41 square metres and opens via French doors onto the front of the property. Its Godin wood-burning stove runs almost for free, given what's standing in your forest. A separate office o ... click here to read more

On a still Sunday morning in Saint-Grégoire-d'Ardennes, the only sound you'll hear is birdsong cutting through the cool air and the faint creak of a shutter as light rolls across the garden. That's not poetry — that's what the mornings actually feel like here, in this former farmhouse on the edge of the Haute-Saintonge, where the rhythm of life runs about three speeds slower than anywhere you've lived before. This is a 230 m² stone house with five bedrooms, sitting on more than 4,700 m² of fenced, wooded grounds between the market towns of Pons and Jonzac. It's priced at €422,000. And while those numbers are useful, they don't begin to explain what makes this place worth serious attention. Step inside and the floor plan immediately makes sense. The ground floor is laid out for living — not for showing off. A wide living room flows into a dining room with a working fireplace, the kind that you'll actually use from October through to March when Charente evenings cool fast and the region's oak forests start smelling like autumn in a way no candle has ever managed to replicate. The kitchen has its own dining area, so morning coffee happens here, not in some separate formal room nobody uses. A utility room keeps the practical mess out of sight, and also on the ground floor: a bedroom, a shower room, and a full bathroom — meaning this house works completely on a single level if that's ever needed. Upstairs, three more bedrooms with original hardwood floors that have the satisfying solidity only old timber gets with age. A quiet study that faces the garden. Two large attic spaces that are currently unconverted — and this is where the real opportunity sits for international buyers. The bones are already there to add guest roo ... click here to read more

Step outside on a crisp October morning, coffee in hand, and the only sound you hear is birdsong. No traffic. No neighbors peering over a fence. Just open agricultural land stretching toward the foothills of the Pyrenees, the kind of quiet that feels almost physically restorative after months of city noise. This is what 17,796 square meters of Gascon countryside does to you—and it happens every single day you're here. This four-bedroom single-storey house in the Gers department of southwest France sits back roughly 30 meters from the D14, which connects Maubourguet to Plaisance-du-Gers. That distance, combined with exceptionally solid insulation added just six years ago, means road noise is essentially a non-issue. The house is rated A on both energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions—a January 2026 EPC confirmed it. For a rural property of 164 square meters, that's genuinely rare, and it translates directly into heating bills that won't ruin your winter. The layout is all on one floor, which matters more than people realize until they've lived in it. No stairs to negotiate with luggage, no carrying firewood up from a lower level, no thinking twice about ageing parents or young children running between rooms. Everything flows—living room to kitchen to terrace, bedrooms down the hall, garage off the side. Daily life here has a natural, unhurried rhythm built right into the architecture. The living room runs to 32 square meters and centers on a fireplace fitted with an insert, which throws serious heat on January evenings when the temperature in the Gers drops below zero. The separate kitchen—also 32 square meters, notably generous—opens directly onto the rear terrace, making the transition between cooking and eat ... click here to read more

Stand in the east-facing garden on a clear morning and you'll understand why Monet kept coming back to this stretch of the Seine valley. The medieval keep of La Roche-Guyon rises above the treeline, close enough that you can watch the light shift across its old stones from your own lawn. That view — that specific, unhurried view — is part of what you're buying here. The rest is a 135-square-metre stone house in Vétheuil, a village small enough that the baker knows your order by your third visit. This is not a weekend retreat you'll spend fixing. The house is in good condition, well maintained, and ready to move into or rent out from day one. The bones are serious: thick stone walls that keep rooms cool through July and August without air conditioning, original woodwork that no renovation has managed to sand away, and a gas condensing boiler installed to handle proper French winters. The character is already here. You won't need to manufacture it. On the ground floor, the layout does something increasingly rare in houses of this age — it actually works. A generous double living space runs the width of the house, with the dining room opening onto a west-facing terrace through full-height doors, and the sitting room on the east side giving onto the garden and that castle silhouette beyond. There's a fireplace in the sitting room, the kind you actually light in October, not the kind that's been sealed over and turned into a shelf. The kitchen is fully equipped and positioned so that whoever's cooking isn't exiled from the conversation happening ten feet away. Upstairs, three proper bedrooms — not two bedrooms and a room the listing optimistically calls a bedroom. There's also a study with its own terrace, a second smaller ... click here to read more

Step outside on a Saturday morning and the Seine is right there — glinting through the tree line, unhurried, wide, reflecting the kind of sky that makes you put your phone away. This is the Yvelines you don't see on postcards: quieter than the Loire, less trafficked than the Dordogne, and just over an hour from Paris by car or train. Bonnières-sur-Seine sits in one of the river's great looping bends, and once you've spent a weekend here, the city starts to feel like the place you go to work rather than the place you live. The house itself was built in 2007, which means it comes without the charming headaches of older French rural properties — no crumbling lime plaster, no antiquated wiring, no surprises behind the walls. What you get instead is solid modern construction on a 1,500-square-metre plot, 136 square metres of living space, and a layout that actually makes sense for how families use a home. Ground floor first. The entrance hall opens into a double living room — proper sized, not the cramped salon you find in so many French holiday homes — with an open-plan kitchen that connects the cooking and the conversation. There's a master bedroom on this level with its own shower room, which is genuinely useful if you've got older relatives or guests who'd rather not tackle a staircase. A laundry room and direct garage access round out the practical side of things. Head upstairs and the first floor opens into something more unexpected. The partial attic conversion gives the space real character — sloping ceilings in the right places, three additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, a dressing room, and a generous open area that previous owners have used as a TV lounge and a large home office. If you need a fifth bedroom, it ... click here to read more

On a still morning in Saint-Cyr-la-Campagne, you'd wake to the sound of water. Not distant or muffled — the river runs right along the edge of the property, close enough that you hear it through an open window while the coffee brews. There's no road noise, no neighbors peering over the fence, no reason whatsoever to be anywhere else. This is rural Normandy at its most honest: green, quiet, and completely unhurried. The house itself was built in the 1980s, solid and unpretentious, sitting on a fully enclosed and wooded 1,000-square-metre plot that feels twice as large thanks to the riverbank it borders. Since 2021, the owners have been steadily bringing it up to speed — new electrics throughout, a fitted kitchen, a redesigned bathroom with a proper walk-in shower and bathtub, and freshly renovated upstairs bedrooms completed in 2025. The bones were always good. Now the finishing is catching up. Come through the front door and the ground floor opens into a living room that immediately earns its keep. Terracotta floor tiles run underfoot — the warm, slightly uneven kind that makes a room feel lived-in rather than showroom-perfect — and a wood-burning stove anchors one wall. On a grey October afternoon, when the Normandy rain comes in sideways and the leaves on the riverbank go copper and gold, this room becomes the entire reason you bought a house in France. The kitchen adjoins it directly, recently fitted and fully equipped, functional without being clinical. A hallway off the living area leads to a ground-floor bedroom with its own dressing room — a practical touch that works well as a guest room or for anyone who'd rather avoid stairs entirely. The new bathroom sits nearby, tidy and complete. Upstairs, the landing is ... click here to read more

Stand at the kitchen window on a still October morning and the Seine is right there — silver-grey and unhurried, sliding past your private riverbank without a sound. No road between you and the water. Just your garden, the soft thud of a fallen apple from the old tree, and a heron working the shallows. This is Chantemesle, a hamlet so quiet that even locals in nearby Vétheuil will raise an eyebrow when you mention you live there. And that is precisely the point. Set on the Haute-Île between Vétheuil and La Roche-Guyon, this four-bedroom house with an independent studio and private Seine frontage sits in one of the most quietly remarkable stretches of the Vexin Normand — a region that somehow manages to be both genuinely rural and less than 70 kilometres from central Paris. Monet painted the cliffs at Vétheuil obsessively between 1878 and 1881, and once you see the light here in late afternoon, bouncing off the river and catching the limestone bluffs, you stop wondering why. The house itself reads like a proper family home that has been lived in and loved. Ground floor: a sitting room anchored by a working fireplace — the kind you actually use from November through March — a separate dining room, a fitted kitchen, and a WC. On the first floor, three bedrooms and a master suite with its own dressing room and bathroom, plus a second shower room. Four bedrooms and a bathroom configuration that works equally well for a couple wanting room to spread out as it does for a multi-generational family pulling in from Paris for the long weekend. 158 square metres in total. Not oversized. Just right. The independent studio is the feature that makes this property genuinely interesting for buyers thinking beyond personal use. Fully s ... click here to read more

On Sunday mornings in Fourges, the only thing you hear is the river. The Epte moves quietly past the old mill at the edge of the village, and if the kitchen window is open, you catch the faint smell of damp grass and whatever someone nearby is baking. This is a village that hasn't tried to reinvent itself. It's just still here — stone walls, a mill that's been grinding for centuries, a pace of life that feels almost unreasonably good. This two-bedroom house sits in that village, in good condition, single-storey, with a generous 1,000 square metre garden running down to the voie verte — a dedicated greenway trail that cuts through the Vexin-sur-Epte countryside. Step straight out of the back gate and you're on a route that takes you through meadows and orchards, past apple trees whose fruit ends up in the local calvados, all the way toward Gisors or down toward the Seine valley. You don't need a car to feel like you're deep in rural Normandy. The landscape just arrives at your doorstep. Inside, the layout is all on one level — no stairs, no fuss. The entrance leads into a living space with a wood-burning stove that makes the room feel entirely different in November than it does in July. In winter it crackles, the walls hold the heat, and the whole house takes on that particular quality of a place that's actually lived in rather than merely visited. The fitted kitchen is practical and fully equipped. There's a large master bedroom, a proper bathroom, a separate WC, and a second smaller room that works equally well as a guest bedroom or a home office for those who work remotely and want to do it somewhere with better views than their city apartment. Under the eaves, a third sleeping space with storage gives you genuine fl ... click here to read more

Delightfully tucked away on the outskirts of the charming village of Mantilly in Normandy, France, this idyllic setting offers a sense of tranquility paired with panoramic views of the Southern Orne countryside. This impressive property is undoubtedly a hidden gem in the heart of the French countryside, encapsulating the charm of the surrounding nature. Comprising of a beautifully renovated main dwelling, a habitable cottage, a fixer-upper cottage, and a large stone barn, the entire property nestles on a generous plot of 4957m². The tastefully designed layout maintains the allure of individual privacy while maintaining a shared sense of belonging, with each unit having its independent entrance and garden. The configuration also provides the unique opportunity for the future owner to consider leasing out the other dwellings without sacrificing the tranquility of their main living space. The main abode is a testament to meticulous thoughtfulness and unflinching attention to detail, preserving authenticity and character without imposing overtly rustic aspects. Brimming with large, lofty rooms and a sunny heated entrance hall, this dwelling brings together comfort and style. Property Features: - Full double glazing - Central heating and insulation - Excellent energy rating of C, comparable to many new builds. - Large, fully fitted kitchen complete with appliances - Open plan dining area - Luxurious master suite with a private bathroom and dressing room - A family bathroom fitted with a separate bath and shower - Ground floor laundry/utility room Each of the four bedrooms reflect sophistication and practicality. Two of these are housed on the first floor along with a family bathroom. The additional bedrooms sit on the ... click here to read more

Welcome to a serene corner of Normandy! This delightful 4-bedroom house nestled in Juvigny-le-Tertre, Manche, is the perfect blend of cozy living and great potential. Positioned comfortably in a quaint French village, this home is a splendid opportunity for overseas buyers and expats wanting to embrace the French lifestyle. With 103 square meters of living space, there’s ample room to create a comfortable home. Juvigny-le-Tertre offers a delightful rural life, typified by rolling landscapes and historic ambiance. Its location in the department of Manche places it in close proximity to various transportation links. Located near the English Channel, the area offers easy access to multiple ports, making it quite convenient for those traveling from the UK. The region is also within reach of several terminals like the Caen airport, and not far off are airports in Rennes serving onwards to broader European destinations. Known for its rich history, Normandy will keep you captivated with its museums, heritage sites, and enchanting Chateaux which sprinkle the surrounding areas. Arguably, one of the most famous sights—Mont Saint Michel—is just a short drive away and is a must-see for your visits or that of your guests. In this little charming village, you're not far from the rugged beauty of northern France’s coastline, renowned for its beautiful vistas and maritime activities. Whether you’re an avid hiker or someone who simply enjoys a coastal walk, you'll relish the localized strolls here. Take time to soak in the calming landscapes or explore the local French traditions which are deeply rooted in the cultural fabric of the community. The area is home to some delightful water mills and picturesque gardens, offering peaceful re ... click here to read more

If you're dreaming of owning a little slice of French countryside life, then this villa nestled in the village of St Aubin Fosse Louvain in Mayenne might just be what you're looking for. With a comfortable living space and a countryside setting, it offers all the ingredients for a cozy lifestyle without sacrificing convenience. This is not just a property, it's a wonderful opportunity for those wanting to embrace the French way of life. The villa, with its three bedrooms, spans a habitable area of 82 square meters, providing a comfortable living environment suitable for a range of lifestyles. It's been thoughtfully renovated in 2021, a facelift that included a new roof, so you can rest easy knowing that the main aspects of the home are up to date. Its condition is overall quite good, meaning you won’t be walking into a DIY disaster zone, but there are always little personal touches you might want to add to truly make it your own. Picture this: you wake up in the morning, brew your coffee in a kitchen that was newly fitted in 2021, and step outside to your private garden. Spread across 1380 square meters, the garden includes mature trees offering shade, and a terrace perfect for alfresco dining. Whether you’re an avid gardener or just enjoy sitting outside with a glass of wine, this outdoor space offers endless possibilities. Let's talk about the house itself: - Three cozy bedrooms - One bathroom and another separate WC - A spacious living room featuring a charming wood burner - Fully equipped kitchen installed in 2021 - Expansive terrace area, great for dining outside - A selection of stone outbuildings - Property measures approximately 82 square meters - Plot size covering about 1380 square meters - Gas heating sys ... click here to read more

Welcome to this lovely 2-bedroom house located in the serene town of Désertines, nestled in the heart of Mayenne, France. This property offers a unique opportunity for potential buyers seeking a peaceful retreat within the picturesque scenery of northwest France. With a generous reduction in price, this home represents great value for those looking to invest in a property in this idyllic part of the world. The house, constructed in 1976, exudes a warm and welcoming aura from the outset. Your journey begins as you step into the inviting entrance hallway fitted with a convenient cupboard, ideal for storing your everyday essentials. The ground floor features a spacious living room boasting a wood stove, perfect for creating a cozy atmosphere during the colder months. This area, measuring an impressive 44.35m², serves as an ideal family gathering space or an entertainment hub for friends and guests. Adjacent to the living room, you'll find a functional kitchen complete with a dining area. This well-equipped space makes it a delight to prepare meals, offering ample storage and countertop space for all your culinary needs. The ground floor also includes a modern bathroom, a tastefully designed bedroom with a built-in cupboard, and a separate suspended toilet for convenience. Heading upstairs, you are greeted by a landing that ushers you to another bedroom with a handy cupboard. For those with imagination and a desire to tailor a space to their personal needs, the attic is an exciting feature. This convertible space is primed for transformation, offering approximately 35m² of potential living area. With infrastructure such as water, drainage, and electricity already in place, the possibilities are endless—you could create an ... click here to read more

Settled in the charming city of Le Teilleul, this stone farmhouse embodies the elegance of a classic maison de maitre while offering the scenic beauty and tranquility of rural living. With miles of lush countryside sprawling outside your windows and the ease of city amenities merely a few minutes away, this house combines the best of both worlds. The estate features two beautifully lit bedrooms and two modern bathrooms, extending over a living area of 108 square meters. High ceilings, large windows, and bright rooms define the unique architecture, while the possibility to convert the spacious attic into additional living space enrich this house with a tangible potential to transform it into your perfect dream home. Property features include: - Bright kitchen with garden access - Back kitchen and a utility room - Ground floor cellar or walk-in pantry - Two reception rooms with fireplaces - Parquet flooring - Attic with potential for conversion The outdoor space is equally impressive with several outbuildings, all in excellent condition. These include a stone bakehouse that holds an intact and functional oven, a large open-sided hangar or stabling area, a secure barn ideal for storage or a potential workshop that spans over 70 square meters, and an old stone stable block with a tiled roof. The land is divided into different sections for varied uses with good grazing paddocks and peaceful garden spaces to soak in the beautiful rural vistas and enjoy the serene tranquillity. Located in Normandy, the city of Le Teilleul experiences a mild maritime climate, with moderate rainfall distributed throughout the year and average temperatures around 10-15 degrees Celsius. Residents enjoy the vibrant change of seasons, with tem ... click here to read more

Nestled in the serene heart of Le Teilleul, this charming two-bedroom house invites you into the tranquil life of a quintessential French village. On a generous plot of 1,980 square meters, this 108 square meter property offers an authentic taste of Normandy living. Boasting a sale price of 139,000 Euros, it creates a fantastic opportunity for expats or overseas buyers looking to immerse themselves in the idyllic French countryside. The moment you arrive at Le Teilleul, Manche, you will notice the blend of tradition and simplicity that characterizes this region. With its winding lanes and charming local architecture, Le Teilleul instantly charms its visitors. The Manche department in Lower Normandy is a mere introduction to the richness of French rural life. Its strategic position, bordered by Mayenne and Ille-et-Vilaine with easy access to international travel through ports and nearby airports, makes it appealing to those who seek both seclusion and connectivity. Life in Le Teilleul means waking up to fresh country air and picturesque landscapes, where the hustle and bustle of modern life seems like a distant memory. The climate here, typical of northern France, offers mild summers and crisp winters, making it perfect for those who appreciate the changing seasons and the beauty each brings. This property, ideal for a small family or a couple, greets you with a spacious, sunlight-filled living room complete with a cozy fireplace – an essential feature for warm meals and evenings in the cooler months. The ground floor also houses a practical kitchen, ready for culinary experiments with local produce, a lounge equipped with its own fireplace, a toilet, and a utility room to cater for all your household needs. Moving to ... click here to read more

Welcome to Désertines, a town nestled in the beautiful region of Mayenne, in the heart of the scenic countryside of Pays de la Loire, France. Here, you will find a charming three-bedroom cottage complete with all the space and amenities you need to create your dream home overseas. Désertines is a tranquil and welcoming locale, infused with authentic French culture and lifestyle. The climate is predominantly oceanic with mild summers and cool winters, and there are plenty of outdoor recreational activities to enjoy throughout the year. Whether it's hiking through the lush meadows in summer or cozying up by a roaring fire in winter, Désertines offers a unique living experience that embraces a slower, more relaxed pace of life. The property is conveniently situated between Gorron, Fougerolles, Teilleul and Passais, giving you easy access to an array of shops, restaurants, and attractions. Whether you need to pick up a fresh baguette from the local boulangerie, or you want to sample wine at the local vignoble, everything is within reach. This home is more than just a house, it's the opportunity to create your own peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city living. With over 160 square meters of living space, there's plenty of room for a family to live comfortably. Property features: - 3 spacious bedrooms - Generous 160 square meters of living space - Two bathrooms with modern amenities - An open plan kitchen with integrated appliances and a Rayburn cooker for a truly French culinary experience - Efficient heating and hot water supply to ensure comfort throughout the seasons - Two water storage heaters and a convenient pellet burner Outside, over 14,000 square meters of land rewards you with both solitude ... click here to read more

Nestled in the heart of Normandy, in the quaint village of Passais Villages, lies a unique opportunity to own not just one, but two charming cottages. This property offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort, making it an ideal second home for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the French countryside. Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of nature, with the soft morning light filtering through the large windows of your bedroom. As you step outside, the fresh country air greets you, and the picturesque views of the rolling hills and lush greenery stretch as far as the eye can see. This is the lifestyle that awaits you in Passais Villages. Property Highlights: - Two Cottages: The property comprises two distinct cottages, each with its own unique character and charm. - Finished Guest Cottage: Features an open-plan living area with a kitchen, a cozy wood-burning stove, and an original bread oven. The mezzanine-style bedroom offers an ensuite bathroom and ample natural light. - Main Cottage: While some finishing touches are needed, this cottage boasts large, bright rooms with exposed stone walls and original features. - Rustic Kitchen: The kitchen in the main cottage is a warm, inviting space with flagstone flooring, a large ceramic sink, and rustic charm. - Spacious Sitting Room: High ceilings, an original stone fireplace, and exposed beams create a magnificent space for relaxation. - Multiple Bedrooms: The property offers four bedrooms, including a mezzanine-style room, all with exposed A-frames. - Enclosed Garden: A fully enclosed garden provides privacy and a serene outdoor space, complete with a raised decked terrace and a wooden summer house. - Parking: Gated entrance with parking for two cars. L ... click here to read more

Located in the serene, rural setting of Passais in Orne, Normandy, this four-bedroom detached house offers a captivating countryside lifestyle, ideal for those looking to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature while enjoying the comforts of a family home. With its picturesque views of sprawling fields and meadows, this property not only promises a peaceful retreat but also stands as a testament to the timeless charm of French rural architecture. The house features a spacious, south-facing kitchen equipped with fitted units and a cozy wood-burning stove, making it a perfect spot for family gatherings during cooler weather. Adjoining the kitchen is a dining room with laminate flooring and an integrated original cupboard, adding a touch of rustic charm. The sitting room, running the depth of the cottage, boasts parquet flooring and dual-aspect windows that fill the space with natural light and offer scenic views over the lush countryside. Spanning the first floor are four bedrooms along with a family bathroom and separate WC. Each bedroom features wooden flooring, with some areas supplemented by carpet, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. Practicality is enhanced with an additional ground floor WC and a laundry/utility room, located in the adjoining outbuilding which can be accessed from the terrace. Outside, the property benefits from driveway parking for several vehicles, a large open-sided barn, an enclosed garage, and a wood store - all contributing to the broad functionality of this home. The elevated south-facing terrace is an ideal spot for relaxation or entertaining, complete with a BBQ fireplace for outdoor dining and social activities. While the property is in overall good condition, the individual ... click here to read more

Nestled at the serene end of a quaint lane, surrounded by the picturesque French countryside, lies a charming stone house in Passais Villages. It's a delightful retreat, waiting to welcome you to a life of peace and natural beauty, set away from the bustling city and offering the privacy you crave. This could be your perfect getaway—in the heart of France yet far from its crowds. The house itself whispers tales of rustic charm with its stone façade that beautifully complements its setting. As a busy real estate agent, I can confidently say that this type of property is a rare gem, attractive for anyone seeking solace without sacrificing convenience. Let's take a walk through its inviting features together, shall we? On the ground floor, you'll discover a spacious kitchen, fully fitted and ready to handle everything from quiet mornings with coffee to festive family dinners. The living room offers warmth and coziness, highlighted by a traditional wood burner and a charming fireplace—ideal for those chilly French evenings. A comfortable double bedroom on this level is accompanied by a thoughtfully placed shower room and toilet, perfect for guests or as your primary suite. The first floor opens into a landing that doubles as a cozy sitting area, a perfect nook to curl up with a book or contemplate the day. Here, you'll also find another generously sized bedroom, complete with the character of exposed beams, a nod to the home's heritage. An additional shower room and toilet ensures comfort and privacy for family or guests. Admittedly, for those looking for modern amenities like multiple bathrooms or large closets, this home might feel simplistic. But it's precisely this simplicity that unlocks incredible potential fo ... click here to read more

Nestled in the heart of Normandy's picturesque countryside, this charming country home in Passais Villages offers an idyllic escape for those seeking a second home or holiday retreat. With its rich history, vibrant local culture, and stunning natural beauty, this property is more than just a house—it's a gateway to a lifestyle filled with relaxation, adventure, and cherished memories. Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of nature, the sun casting a warm glow over the rolling hills of Orne. This spacious 163 sqm home, set on a generous plot, provides ample space for family gatherings or quiet retreats. With three bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a convenient ground-floor master suite, it caters to both comfort and privacy. A Home with Character and Comfort The home's interior exudes warmth and character, with exposed beams, oak flooring, and a cozy woodburner in the lounge, perfect for those cooler evenings. The garden room, with its abundant natural light, offers a serene space to unwind with a book or enjoy a morning coffee. The kitchen, a blend of rustic charm and modern convenience, is equipped with solid wood worktops, a gas hob, and a built-in oven, making it a delightful space for culinary adventures. The dining room, with its woodburner and exposed "A" frame, is ideal for hosting intimate dinners or festive celebrations. A Gateway to Normandy's Treasures Located just a short drive from the medieval town of Domfront and the bustling village of Le Teilleul, this property offers easy access to local amenities, including bakeries, restaurants, and shops. The UNESCO heritage site of Mont Saint Michel and the stunning beaches of Normandy are within reach, providing endless opportunities for exploration a ... click here to read more

Nestled in the heart of Normandy's lush countryside, this exquisite country home offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern comfort. Located in the quaint village of Passais Villages, this property is a haven for those seeking tranquility and a taste of authentic French rural life. With its rich history dating back to 1750, the home has been meticulously renovated to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for families or those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of nature, with the sun streaming through the large windows of your spacious bedroom. The high ceilings and exposed beams add a touch of elegance, while the modern amenities ensure your comfort. The property boasts four generously sized bedrooms and three bathrooms, providing ample space for family and guests. The heart of the home is undoubtedly the kitchen and dining area, where you can enjoy preparing meals with fresh, local produce. The Normandy wedding cupboard and granite fireplace add a touch of rustic charm, while the modern appliances make cooking a breeze. After dinner, relax in the cozy lounge, complete with a woodburner for those chilly winter evenings. Step outside, and you'll find yourself surrounded by over six acres of lush greenery. The garden is a paradise for nature lovers, with a variety of fruit trees, a vegetable garden, and even a chicken coop. The outbuildings, including stables and a barn, offer endless possibilities for those with a passion for animals or gardening. Living in Passais Villages means embracing a slower pace of life, where community and tradition are at the forefront. The village itself is a charming blend of old-world charm and modern convenien ... click here to read more

Welcome to your potential new home in Passais Villages, a charming and serene location in the heart of Normandy, France. The house we present today, tucked away within Passais, Orne, is the perfect mix of rustic charm and modern comfort. Built from stone, making it quintessential of the scenic French countryside, this house is nestled right in the midst of an earthly wonder, promising not just a dwelling but a wholesome lifestyle. The heart of the house lies on the ground floor; you're welcomed by a small, but inviting entrance hall leading directly into a spacious, open-plan living area. This includes a well-equipped, contemporary kitchen and a dining area, warmed by a comforting wood burner. A hallway at the back has a conveniently located WC, and offers both access to the garage-turned-workshop and stairs leading up to the 1st floor. The 1st floor of the home plays host to a brightly lit lounge, also equipped with a cheery wood burner for those cozy winter nights. Further down, you'll find three generously proportioned double bedrooms, one with the addition of an en-suite basin and WC. A well-appointed family shower room, an additional WC, and access to the attic complete this floor. With every room bathed in natural light, this floor is the embodiment of comfortable family living. Aside from being a secure shelter for vehicles, the attached garage has been cleverly transformed into an entertainment space or a dining room, your choice, with another wood burner for added coziness. A utility room cum workshop provides much-needed storage and workspace for your various projects or hobbies. Moving outside, the backyard promises a private, lush retreat adorned with mature trees, shrubs, and a perfectly manicured lawn. ... click here to read more

Discover the serene beauty of the French countryside with this exceptional 4-bedroom country home, nestled in the picturesque region of Normandy, Orne, Passais Villages. This delightful property stands as a testament to a harmonious blend of rustic charm and modern conveniences, inviting potential homeowners into a peaceful and welcoming sanctuary. The heart of this home is an impressive barn conversion, meticulously renovated around 10 years ago. The renovation has lovingly preserved the original charm of the building while seamlessly integrating modern touches. Here, you'll find light-filled rooms with airy high ceilings that create an expansive atmosphere. The harmonious open-plan living space becomes the focal point for family gatherings and entertaining friends. In particular, the open-plan lounge, dining room, and kitchen area sets the stage for daily living. Imagine preparing meals in a kitchen equipped with quality built-in appliances, including a dishwasher and an electric hob. Exposed beams add a touch of authenticity, perfectly complementing the rustic wood flooring throughout the house. Just off the kitchen, the utility room provides practical space for laundry and storage, making household management that much easier. The first floor doesn't disappoint either, with a splendid master bedroom boasting built-in wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom, complete with a shower boasting invigorating jets. The other three bedrooms are equally inviting, with a family bathroom that mirrors the master suite’s elegance. Heated towel rails add a touch of luxury to the bathrooms, ensuring warmth and comfort regardless of the season. Outside, adventure continues with wrought iron gates opening onto a gravel drive with ampl ... click here to read more

Discover a rustic escape in the heart of Normandy with this endearing 2-bedroom detached house, nestled on the outskirts of the serene village of Passais, Orne. An ideal opportunity for those looking to immerse themselves in the tranquil beauty of the French countryside, this house offers a perfect blend of privacy and picturesque landscapes with ample scope for personalization. This charming property presents a wonderful prospect for renovation enthusiasts looking to add their touch or possibly expand. Currently, the home comprises two cozy bedrooms, including conveniently a ground floor bedroom, which adds to the accessibility of the house. The first floor features a large landing, offering potential to be transformed into a third bedroom or perhaps a study, adapting to the new owners’ needs. The house boasts a unique 'garage' converted by the previous owners into a further habitable space with carpet flooring. It smartly connects to the kitchen and leads to a useful laundry/utility room, adding to the functional layout of the ground floor. The heart of the home is the open plan living area, complete with an American-style kitchen equipped with appliances and a wood-burning stove in the lounge that not only warms the space but also adds an element of rustic charm with its cozy ambiance. Exposed wooden beams and well-maintained interior touch on the home’s rustic charm and character, which is evocative of Normandy’s architectural style. The cottage is in good condition, allowing new owners the ease of moving in immediately while still holding opportunities for those inspired by DIY projects or looking to customize their living space further. The enclosed garden flaunts unobstructed views of open countryside, providi ... click here to read more

Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Le Teilleul, Manche, this property stands as a testament to the quiet rural lifestyle that many dream of. Picture yourself in the heart of the French countryside, savoring the simple pleasures that life here offers. The property on offer is a delightful 2-bedroom country home, yearning for a touch of renovation, allowing you to put your stamp on this inviting residence. Le Teilleul, located in the lower part of Normandy, offers a unique blend of pastoral tranquility and historical richness. If you are an overseas buyer or an expat seeking a serene lifestyle, this region is perfect for you. The property covers a total of 1,878 square meters, with the house sitting cozily on 63.8 square meters. This detached house, surrounded by lush greenery, welcomes you with an entrance hall that leads into the main living areas. The living room, featuring a charming fireplace, calls for cozy nights during the cooler months. The kitchen is functional, yet it's clear that with some updates, you can transform it into the heart of your home. There are two bedrooms, promising restful slumbers after a day of exploration or gardening. The house, currently without a fitted bathroom, gives you a blank canvas to create a personal space tailored to your preferences. Features of this home include: - Two bedrooms - Spacious living room with fireplace - Detached with a large plot - Entrance hall - Kitchen area - Approximate shed space of 217 m² - Basement garage - Boiler room - Oil heating system - Sepctic tank sanitation - Single and double glazing - Large outdoor space with potential for a garden The sizeable shed on the property holds potential for various projects, whether it's a workshop or additi ... click here to read more

Discover a hidden gem nestled within the charming commune of Passais Villages, St-Siméon, in the picturesque region of Orne, Normandy, France. This expansive property spans a generous 5,262m² and boasts not just one, but two beautifully renovated homes, along with three versatile outbuildings, opening the door to an array of possibilities for its future residents. Imagine living in this tranquil setting, with the opportunity to explore the area’s stunning landscape and immerse yourself in the local lifestyle that Normandy has to offer. Let's dive into what makes this property a standout opportunity for those seeking a slice of French country life. As you approach the property via its private driveway, you’re greeted by the rustic yet welcoming ambiance that is so typical of the French countryside. The estate offers a total of six bedrooms, ideal for accommodating a large family, extended visits from friends or relatives, or even the potential for creating a cozy, countryside gîte business. The first thing you’ll notice is the thoughtful renovation that blends the original architectural elements with modern conveniences—no mean feat, given the historic character of the buildings. You’ll find exposed beams, stone walls, and traditional fireplaces, each contributing to the inviting atmosphere that you'll enjoy coming home to each day. Add to this the bright and spacious living areas and well-appointed kitchens, and you get a space that is not only functional but full of potential for creating cherished memories. - Two renovated houses, combined living space of 195m² - Six bedrooms - Three bathrooms - Two additional WCs - Three versatile outbuildings - Sprawling 5,262m² plot - Private driveway - Historical exposed beams - ... click here to read more

Ah, Passais Villages! The rustic charm of countryside living envelops you as you consider making this delightful detached home your own. Situated in Orne, Normandy's peaceful embrace, this property offers not just a house but an entire lifestyle, ripe for those yearning to escape the bustling city life or seeking a serene abode in France. Passais Villages is a tranquil locality, cradled gently amidst the rolling fields of Normandy. Here, the pace of life slows down, allowing you to indulge in simple pleasures like morning jogs amid lush greenery or lazy afternoons sipping local cider. Climate-wise, you can expect a mild maritime influence, with the summers bringing gentle warmth and the winters offering a crisp chill—perfect for cozy nights by the fire. The property itself unfolds like a homely tale. As you approach the home, a spacious gravel drive welcomes you, providing ample space for several cars—a rare find indeed. This property is not just a house, but a delightful retreat from the everyday hustle. Stepping inside, you are greeted by a bright entrance hall, leading seamlessly into a sunny kitchen. Picture yourself preparing delightful meals while peering out to the lush garden view. The spacious lounge, outfitted with a charming wood burner, invites family gatherings and relaxing evenings. Doors lead from the lounge to a lawn area, perfect for weekends filled with barbecues or outdoor reading sessions. Adjacent, the dining room serves as a space for hosting friends or simply sharing intimate family meals. The ground floor is completed by a bathroom with a WC, catering to both convenience and everyday efficiency. Ascend to the first floor, where you’ll find three generously sized double bedrooms—each ready to ... click here to read more