4 Bedroom House

Ref.4245 : RESTORED PROPERTY WITH 37 ACRES ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF PONT-L?ÉVÊQUE (NORMANDY)
The jewel in the crown of Lower Normandy, the department of Calvados offers a multitude of varied landscapes, from the historic beaches to the plains of Falaise, from the Deauvillais holiday resorts to the emblematic Pays d'Auge, a symbol in itself of a natural and traditional way of life.
It is in the heart of this region that the Augeron estate is set in a dominant position, enjoying a privileged geographical location, just a few leagues from Lisieux and Pont-l'Evêque, which provide daily services.
Road, rail and air links are immediately accessible, bringing the capital to within a 2-hour drive.
Away from sight and civilisation, this property is ideal for a wide range of projects, both private and professional, with potential that the demanding imagination of prospective owners will not fail to exploit.
You are in the Pays d'Auge, which was awarded the "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire" label in 2000 ....

This property comprises a number of timber-framed buildings arranged in staggered rows, the most suitable of which have been converted into homes, while the others have retained their specific character as outbuildings.

MAIN DWELLING :
This takes the form of a farmhouse with 2 additional wings, one of which is at right angles.
at right angles. The base is made of flint and the main frame is timber-framed. The roof is slate, with 2 dormer windows and several velux windows to absorb as much natural light as possible.

Built over 2 stories and facing south-east, this main building has 225sqm of living space, distributed as follows:

Ground floor: main entrance into a vast living room with a lounge, dining room and kitchen. The whole is spacious and luminous, with high ceilings of around 2.50 metres. The kitchen is rational and functional, with an original glazed wine cellar. Another commonly used entrance serves as a scullery. Opposite, on the north-east side, there is a ground floor bedroom with a dressing room and a bathroom with separate wc.

First floor: access via a rustic oak staircase leading to a landing leading on the left to a beautiful bedroom with parquet flooring, en suite bathroom and dressing room, which has retained its original timber-framed structure. Separate wc on the landing.
On the right-hand side, another bedroom with parquet flooring and exposed beams. The hallway leads to a third, more spacious bedroom with its own bathroom.

This dwelling exudes a great sense of well-being, needs no work and benefits from an uninterrupted view.

GUEST HOUSE :
This is also in the form of a longère (farmhouse) with a masonry structure, a single storey with timber-framed walls and a 4-slope slate roof. It faces due south.
With 120sqmof living space, it is laid out as follows:
Ground floor: service entrance via the west gable, used as a machine room; separate toilet; tiled kitchen with dining area; dining room/lounge with parquet flooring to follow, interspersed with half-timbered walls and each with a fireplace, one of which has a wood-burning stove. Wooden staircase leading upstairs.
First floor: 2 bedrooms with parquet flooring, each with a convertible space. Central bathroom.

THE LIBRARY :

Small, single-storey building with flint base and timber-framed main frame, topped with a 4-slope slate roof. Adjoining brick and timber-framed wing, topped with steel panelling.
With an interior surface area of around 30sqm designed as a "cathedral" space, the building is now used as a library/reading room...
The library is equipped with water/electricity: electric heating and internet access. The sewage system still needs to be connected in the event of conversion to residential use.

THE ECURIES :
Similar in design to the other buildings, the stables are divided between a space (45sqm) used as a workshop and storage area, and the equestrian section (80sqm) comprising 3 horse stalls of various sizes (3x3 or 3x4), and a pony stall. A part of the accommodation has been converted upstairs, with a minimum of comfort (sink/shower).

THE BREAD OVEN :
Small half-timbered structure of perfect dimensions, comprising a fire room in need of renovation, bearing traces of a former outdoor bread oven, a space that is now openwork. Good structure and recent slate roof. Water and electricity. Reservation for internet connection.

LE HANGAR :
With a surface area of 240sqm - Breeze block structure - Steel roofing - Carport. Three-phase electricity and water point. Good general condition.

LA RUINE :
Small structure with a frame, situated at the bottom of the property. It is shown on the land register.

The property enjoys unobstructed views thanks to its dominant position. The land is divided between a flat area surrounding the buildings and a sloping area leading down to the river.
Most of the land is grassland, with the exception of a small wood on the horizon. The view is distant and not overlooked.
Horses have lived here for a number of years, and a number of improvements have been made, such as a nicely sheltered, grass-covered "rond de longe" (round pen) and a training arena that is perfectly enclosed by wooden fences.
There are water points in all the pastures...
A charming avenue of hornbeams (300 m) leads to the property, running alongside an abundant orchard of apple, pear, cherry, plum and walnut trees....
Game reserved, with hunting plan for 1 roe deer. Game-filled terrain.
The whole represents a landholding of around 38.30 acres (15ha 50a) free of any occupation.

POSSIBILITY OF ADDITIONAL PURCHASE :
At the entrance to the property is a house currently under construction, ideal for use as a caretaker's cottage or rental property.
This single-storey house (approx. 148sqm) will be delivered with the shell finished, and has an adjoining plot of approx. 3800sqm.

Cabinet LE NAIL - Lower-Normandy - Mr Eric DOSSEUR :
Eric DOSSEUR, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number .
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