3-Bed Stone House, Saint-Pois, Manche

Property Description

Set at the end of a long private driveway in the Normandy countryside, this detached stone house offers peace, privacy and plenty of character. Renovated over the last two decades, the property combines original features with practical modern updates and would make an ideal permanent home, holiday retreat or lock-up-and-leave base for exploring this attractive part of France.

The house has been extensively improved by the current owners, including new wiring, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, windows and stonework.

There is 125m2 habitable space and the accommodation is arranged as follows:

Ground floor

Entrance hall with exposed stone walls and beams
Kitchen / breakfast room
Lounge with granite fireplace and wood-burning stove
Bathroom with bath and separate shower

First floor

Principal bedroom with en-suite shower room
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Galleried landing

The layout offers flexible living space with plenty of natural light, exposed beams and attractive period features throughout.

Outside

The property is approached via a long private drive and sits within mature gardens laid mainly to lawn, with established trees providing privacy and shade.

Attached to the house is a large garage with additional covered storage used as a log store.
A separate detached stone outbuilding is currently arranged as two small stables and could suit a variety of uses.

The house benefits from double-glazed windows, an all-water septic tank and heating provided by a wood-burning stove and electric radiators.

Location

The property is situated in Southern Normandy, between the historic market town of Villedieu-les-Poêles and the village of Saint-Pois.

Villedieu-les-Poêles is one of Normandy's most attractive small towns, famous for its centuries-old copper-working tradition, bustling weekly market and excellent range of shops, cafés and restaurants. Nearby Brécey provides everyday amenities including supermarkets, schools, healthcare facilities and local services.

The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking, cycling and horse riding, with the extensive Saint-Sever Forest just a short drive away. This beautiful woodland offers miles of trails and is popular with outdoor enthusiasts throughout the year.

One of the major attractions of the area is its proximity to some of Normandy's most famous landmarks. The spectacular abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel and its vast bay are around 50km away, while the beaches of Granville and ferry connections to the Channel Islands can be reached in under an hour.

The D-Day landing beaches, historic towns such as Bayeux and the ferry port at Caen are all within comfortable driving distance, making this a particularly convenient location for those travelling between France and the UK.

Combining peaceful rural surroundings with excellent access to Normandy's coastline, historic sites and transport links, this is a well-positioned home in one of the region's most appealing areas.

At a glance:

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Receptions: 2
Habitable space: 125m2
Plot size: 2,795m2 
Taxe foncière: €TBC
DPE rating: D
Broadband: Yes
Heating: Wood-burning stove & electric radiators
Drainage: Septic tank - installed approx 2009
Neighbours:  DIscreet
Distance to shops: Nearest town, 10 mins
Distance to coast: 30 mins
Distance to ferry port:  St Malo, 1hr

Please note: Agency fees are included in the advertised price and are payable by the purchaser.   All locations and sizes are approximate. La Résidence has made every effort to ensure that the details and photographs of this property are accurate and in no way misleading.  However, this information does not form part of a contract and no warranties are either given or implied.

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