Properties for sale in France's Normandy

Dating back to the early 1700's, this traditional farmhouse has a 3-bed main house and 2-bed gite, both beautifully renovated and presented. Ouside, the house has stunning views of the surrounding countryside and a lovely garden. Vire and Villedieu-les-Poeles both within easy reach and the nearby river Vire has some lovely walks and picnic spots.The accommodation layout is versatile and if you wanted to supplement the gite income with running a B&B as well, that could work well. There is a total 225m2 habitable space. Here's the layout:Main houseGround floorOpen plan kitchen / dining room / sitting room - 6.55m x 5.86m - with fitted kitchen and two sets of french doors to the sunny garden terraceCloakroom with WC and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryerSitting room - 5.77m x 4.98m - with lovely fireplace with wood-burning stove & stairs to first floorFirst FloorLanding - 1.63 x 1.35mStudy area - 3.61m x 1.87mBedroom 1 - 4.13 x 3.13mEn-suite shower room - 2.67m x 1.86mBedroom 2 - 5.12m x 4mBedroom 3 - 6.28m x 2.92m'Jack & Jill' bathroom - 3m x 2.06mGiteGround floorOpen plan kitchen / dining room - 5.71m x 2.97mSitting room - 5.71m x 3.46mFirst floorBedroom 1 - 3.80m x 3.05mBedroom 2 - 3.42m x 3.38mBathroom - 2.32m2 x 2.07mOutsideA gravel driveway leads to a parking and turning area where there is also a carport. The majority of the garden is lawned, the planting predominantly mature shrubs. There is a sun terrace by the house, perfect for BBQ's, sun-downers and dining alfresco. The vegetable garden has raised beds, a greenhouse and a metal shed for storage. There is a well with a pump for watering the garden.Additional outbuildings include a wooden chalet with a concrete floor (5.12m x 3.35m) and a shed, again with a concrete floor, that is used for storage.Location:The house is situated near Pont-Farcy, a popular village with restaurant and bakery. The river Vire is a particularly lovely spot, with lovely walks and picnic opportunities. The A84 provides easy and straight forward access to both Villedieu-les-Poeles and Vire, both very popular, vibrant market towns and the beaches are just 45mins away. Ouistreham ferry port is just under an hour's drive and Cherbourg is also easily accessible, just a 1hr 20min drive.At a glance:Bedrooms: 5Bathrooms: 3Receptions: 3Habitable space: 4511m2Plot size: 225m2Taxe fonciere: €692DPE rating: EBroadband: YesHeating: Air source heat pump & 2 x wood-burning stovesDrainage: Septic tank (believed to have been installed in 2003)Distance to shops: 10minsDistance to coast: 45 minsDistance to ferry port: Caen, 1hrPlease note: Agency fees are included in the advertised price and are payable by the purchaser. All locations and sizes are approximate. La Residence 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.Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisks website: www.georisks.gouv.fr* 3-bed farmhouse & 2-bed gite* Pretty garden of just over an acre* Raised vegetable beds* Car port & off-road parking* Useful outbuildings* Good access to two lively towns* 45 mins from coast* 1hr from ferry port

This 3 bedroom detached house has fabulous panoramic views over the valley. The living spaces are open-plan, modern, light and spacious. The garden is very pretty and there's a lovely decked area as well as a first floor balcony, perfect for admiring the views. The bustling market towns of Vire and Villedieu are within easy reach and the ferry port at Caen is 1hr away.Recent renovations include a new roof, new bathroom, new electric heating, double-glazing and a new wood-burner. There's also high-speed broadband.There's 131m2 of habitable space and the layout is as follows:Ground floor:Entrance Lobby: 1.54m x 1.49m - Glazed French doors and window to the front elevation. Exposed stone wall. Built in cupboard. Glazed French doors to:-Open plan Lounge/Dining Room/Kitchen :Lounge/Dining Room 8.43m x 4.75m - Recently carpeted. Exposed stone wall. Granite fireplace with wood burner. Display mantel. Two windows to the front elevation. Beams. Built in shelving. Stairs to first floor.Kitchen: 4.46m x 3.91m - Fitted kitchen with tiled floor. Two windows to the front elevation overlooking the landscaped garden and beyond. Range of matching base and wall units. Inset spotlights. Space for a range style cooker. Extractor hood over. Fitted worktops and tiled splash backs. Double sink with mixer tap. Space and plumbing for dishwasher. Electric radiator.Utility: 3.92m x 1.77m - Tiled floor. Cupboard with electrics and fuse box. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Window and glazed door to the rear elevation.Cloakroom: Window to the rear elevation. Pedestal basin and toilet. Karndean tiled floor.First floor:Landing: 2.34m x 5.05m - Recently carpeted. Exposed beams. Electric heater. Exposed stone wall. Velux window to the rear elevation.Bedroom 1: 3 x 2.58m - Window and skylight to the rear elevation. Hatch to loft with drop down ladder. Laminate floor. Electric radiator.Bedroom 2: 3.26m x 5.40m - Window to the front elevation. Exposed stone wall. Electric radiator. Laminate floor. Telephone point.Bathroom: 2.38m x 2.78m - Recently re-fitted with new Villeroy & Boch bath, new textured Karndean tiled floor, new wall tiles and partial wallpaper. Heated towel rail. Window to the front elevation. Vanity unity and toilet. Cupboard with hot water cylinder.Master Bedroom: 3.80m x 5.84m - Recently carpeted. Walk in wardrobe. Beams. Window and glazed French doors to front elevation and balcony. Door to:-En-Suite Shower Room: 1.39m x 1.96m - Window to the front elevation. Heated towel rail. 1/2 tiled walls. Extractor fan. Vanity unit with mirror and light over. Suspended toilet. Large shower. Tiled floor.Outside:Beautifully landscaped gardens with large decking and terrace area, including a covered area to the front of the property. Gravel drive with space for parking and turning several vehicles. Gardens laid to lawn with flower and shrub borders. Garden shed. Attached double garage: 5.95m x 4.32m with new, fully side-retracting remotely operated electronic door with inset pedestrian door. Concrete floor.Location:The property is situated on the Manche/Calvados border and is only 1 hour away from the ferry port at Caen Ouistreham and 3 hours from Paris. Calais is about 4 hours away. The beach at Granville is approximately 30 minutes drive, as is the UNESCO heritage site of the Mont Saint Michel. The nearest main town is Villedieu-les-Poeles about 15 minutes drive away and Vire is approximately 20 minutes.Additional info:Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Receptions: 2Habitable space: 131m2Plot size: 1892m2Drainage: Septic tank (installed in 2005)DPE rating: ETaxe fonciere: 450€ per annumBroadband: Fibre opticHeating: Electric + wood-burnerDistance to shops: 18kmDistance to coast: 30minsDistance to ferry port: 60minsPlease note: Agency fees are included in the advertised price and are payable by the purchaser. All locations and sizes are approximate. La Residence 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.Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisks website: www.georisks.gouv.fr* Fabulous views* 3 bedroom detached house* Landscaped garden* Large master suite with balcony* New roof & double-glazed* Double garage* 10 mins from popular market town* 1hr from ferry port