19th C Manor in the Normandy Countryside

Set within 40 hectares of private parkland, this elegant 19th-century manor combines period charm, generous family accommodation and exceptional privacy. Offering eight bedrooms, a caretaker’s cottage, extensive outbuildings, a historic kitchen garden, clay tennis court and magnificent mature trees, it is a rare country estate just two hours from Paris.

Southern Eure, Normandy, on the border of the Perche and Pays d’Ouche regions. Close to Verneuil-sur-Avre with all its shops and amenities and approximately two hours from Paris.

Nestled in the rolling countryside of southern Normandy, on the edge of the Perche and Pays d’Ouche regions, this distinguished Second Empire manor house enjoys an exceptionally peaceful setting within approximately 40 hectares (100 acres) of private parkland and woodland. Hidden from view and approached through its own estate, the property offers complete privacy while remaining within easy reach of local amenities and less than two hours from Paris.

Built around 1850, the manor has remained in the same family since 1938 and carries a fascinating history. During the Second World War, the property was requisitioned by German officers, traces of whose presence can still be found on bedroom doors. Carefully maintained and improved over generations,the family managed to keep the property for nearly 90 years. The estate now presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial historic residence combining authenticity, character and family appeal.

The Manor House
Designed in the elegant "H" configuration typical of the period, the manor is constructed around a central block flanked by two wings beneath a slate roof punctuated by dormer and bull’s-eye windows. Symmetrical façades, tall chimneys and beautifully proportioned elevations create a residence of understated grandeur.

Offering approximately 377 sqm of living space across three floors, the house retains many original features, including herringbone parquet flooring, marble fireplaces, moulded ceilings, painted wood panelling and impressive ceiling heights.

The ground floor
- spacious entrance hall with original cement tiles.
-Reception rooms include a formal dining room with marble fireplace herringbone parquet flooring (6.30 x 4.50)
- charming study with carpeted floor (4.96 x 3.50) – marble fireplace;
- elegant double-aspect drawing room with a working fireplace and decorative overmantel. Herringbone parquet flooring (4.40 x 8.60)
- The kitchen, with its traditional terracotta-style flooring, is complemented by a utility room and secondary service staircase.

First floor offers:
- five generously proportioned bedrooms served by several bathrooms and shower rooms, many retaining period fireplaces and enjoying views over the parkland.

Second floor -accessible only via the service staircase.
- three additional bedrooms together with two substantial attic spaces, offering exciting possibilities for further development, subject to any necessary permissions.

A partial cellar beneath the kitchen houses the boiler room and utility areas.

Caretaker’s Cottage
Separate from the main residence, the charming caretaker’s house offers independent accommodation and excellent potential as a guest cottage or holiday rental.

The cottage includes a kitchen, living room with fireplace, two bedrooms and a shower room. It benefits from independent services and enjoys privacy from the main house.
Electric heating – Individual meter – Septic tank.
The caretaker’s house is currently unoccupied.
Please note the presence of an EDF transformer, adjacent to the caretaker’s house, constituting a minor easement.

Outbuildings
A substantial collection of traditional outbuildings enhances the estate and offers a wide variety of uses. These are situated away from the main house, with no neighbours opposite.

These include:
- Workshop with electricity- Slate roof – 4.70 x 5.50 m;
- Former fruit store- Concrete floor – 3.20 x 5.50 m;
- Storage room- with access to the loft via a wooden staircase;
Storage loft covering the entire property (11.50 m)
- Brick-built garage- laid in a herringbone pattern (one car); height 2.94m;
- Traditional cider house- (6.80 x 7.20); electricity
- Former horse stalls
- Pigsty and wood store
- Maintenance shed
- Remains of a former kennel or henhouse

The buildings are well separated from the main residence and provide excellent opportunities for storage, workshops, equestrian use or future conversion projects.

Grounds and Parkland
The estate’s magnificent grounds are among its greatest assets. Landscaped in the English style, the park is home to an impressive collection of mature specimen trees, including lime, maple, yew, sequoia, acacia and chestnut, creating a beautiful and ever-changing natural setting.

A sweeping entrance drive circles a tranquil ornamental pond before arriving at the manor. Beyond, the grounds extend through rolling lawns, woodland and formal garden spaces.

A particularly charming feature is the former walled kitchen garden, complete with a pond, mature fruit trees and berry bushes including pear, apple, raspberry, redcurrant, mirabelle plum and hazelnut. This historic garden offers tremendous potential for restoration and productive cultivation.

To the north of the estate lies an exceptional clay tennis court, completely refurbished in 2004–2005 using an innovative drainage system originally developed as a potential model for Roland Garros. A charming cottage beside the court houses maintenance equipment.

A Rare Family Estate
Rich in history, surrounded by nature and remarkably private, this elegant Normandy manor offers the ideal setting for family life, country retreats or entertaining on a grand scale. With its extensive parkland, caretaker’s cottage, outbuildings and exceptional sporting and gardening facilities, it represents a rare opportunity to acquire a significant historic estate within easy reach of Paris.