Reference: C5-4599
Historic manor with 15th-century origins on 4 hectares near Mont-Saint-Michel. Features 7 bedrooms, restored interiors, convertible spaces, and multiple outbuildings. Includes tower, dovecote, bread oven, meadows, and woodland. Tranquil setting near amenities—ideal for a family home, heritage retreat, or hospitality project.
The town of Avranches, just 15 km away, provides all necessary amenities, including shops, medical services, a hospital, and a train station. Local conveniences are only a few hundred meters from the property, offering practical ease in a rural setting.
Historic Property for Sale Near Le Mont-Saint-Michel – "Le Château"
Set amidst the peaceful Normandy countryside, just 30 minutes from the iconic Mont-Saint-Michel, this distinguished bourgeois residence—affectionately known as Le Château—offers timeless charm and significant historical interest. Located in a commune of just over 3,000 inhabitants, this elegant estate is rich in heritage, situated on the site of a former 15th-century château and within the historical landscape of the Battle of Normandy.
A House with Historic Soul and Expansive Potential
Set on approx. 380 m² of living space, the main residence has been carefully renovated in part, while other sections offer the opportunity for further development. Key architectural features—including a stone tower, turning loopholes, remnants of a moat, and original walls—stand as proud reminders of the site’s medieval origins.
Garden Level:
- Large dining room with a grand fireplace
- Spacious kitchen
- Cellars with potential for conversion
Ground Floor:
- Elegant entrance hall with a traditional staircase
- Living room and formal dining room, both with fireplaces and parquet floors
- Bright and welcoming spaces ideal for family living or entertaining
- Laundry room
- A second entrance leading to two generously sized rooms—perfect for creating an independent apartment or guest suite
First Floor:
- Large bedroom with private shower room
- Additional spacious bedroom with its own bathroom
- A suite featuring a master bedroom, a child’s bedroom, and a shower room
This level has been thoughtfully renovated, preserving original features while adding modern comfort
Second Floor:
- Three further bedrooms
- A large convertible attic space—ideal for additional accommodation, studio, or leisure area
Outbuildings and Estate Grounds
A true countryside retreat, the property includes a collection of authentic stone outbuildings:
- Charming dovecote and old bread oven
- A 50 m² stone carport (charreterie)
- Large traditional stone farmhouse, once housing stables and a barn, with hayloft above
- Boiler room, garage, and wood shed
- Stone well
These outbuildings enclose a central courtyard, offering exceptional scope for creative conversion—guesthouses, workshops, or event spaces.
Land and Setting
The estate is surrounded by 4 hectares (approx. 9.88 acres) of verdant grounds, including:
- Beautiful parkland with mature regional trees
- Courtyards and gravel driveways
- Approx. 1 hectare of meadow—ideal for animals or equestrian use
- Approx. 2.5 hectares of woodland, perfect for privacy and walking trails
Summary
This exceptional property combines rustic tranquility with historic grandeur, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of Normandy’s heritage. Whether as a family residence, countryside retreat, or boutique accommodation project, Le Château is a place where history, nature, and opportunity meet.
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