Elegant 18th-Century Château with Restored Outbuildings and 10 ha Estate Orne, Normandy

Property Description

?? Elegant 18th-Century Château with Restored Outbuildings and 10 ha Estate Orne, Normandy

Located near a charming village, this elegant 18th-century château with its beautifully restored outbuildings sits within 10 hectares of parkland and farmland. The château, which has retained all its original character (mouldings, parquet floors, marble fireplaces, alcoves, etc.), offers over 600 m² of living space.
On the ground floor, five interconnecting reception rooms, while the upper floors feature seven spacious bedrooms with bathrooms to refresh. The restored outbuildings include an orangerie and reception halls. A formal courtyard, landscaped grounds, and mature trees complete this exceptional property. Paris is within 3 hours.

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Location

Close to Argentan and the Gouffern, Haras du Pin, and Écouves forests.
Paris accessible in approximately 3 hours.
Peaceful rural setting surrounded by farmland, orchards, and unspoiled countryside.

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The Château

(Approx. 600 m² over three levels plus cellars)
Built around 1780, the château features a symmetrical French design with Mansard slate roofs, stone façades, and elegant proportions.

Layout:
Ground floor: small entrance hall, long gallery, dining room, three adjoining salons (18 to 31 m²), study, Wc, kitchen, and scullery.
First floor: five bedrooms (four with en-suite bathrooms/WC), dressing room, and an additional shower room.
Second floor: six bedrooms, two staff rooms, three bathrooms/shower rooms, and storage.
Cellar: approx. 60 m², with external access and high ceilings.
Average ceiling height: 3 m.

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Outbuildings

Orangerie (West): large reception hall with stone walls, bay windows, and columns, opening onto terraces upper floor suitable for conversion (two apartments possible).
South outbuilding: 57 m² reception hall with bread oven, annex under renovation (kitchen + sanitary facilities), storage room, and workshop.
Additional features: garden shed and remains of a chapel.

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Grounds and Gardens (10.13 ha)

Formal cour d'honneur with circular lawn and stone gate with pilasters.
Terraced garden, ornamental pond with fountain, and linden tree avenue.
Walled orchard of approx. 2,500 m².
1-hectare paddock suitable for horses.
Mature parkland with century-old trees and abundant wildlife.
Additional 4-hectare plot to the south.
Note: A nearby railway line is slightly audible but with limited traffic.

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Highlights

Well-maintained and cohesive estate, free of easements.
Excellent potential for events and receptions (orangerie + outbuildings).
Ideal as a family property, country residence, or tourism project.

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