Properties for sale in Calvados, France

Situated in a wooded valley, this Maison de Maitre is a former paper mill near Vire-Normandie. With 6 bedrooms, river frontage, mill race, approximately 4,500 m2 of gardens, outbuildings, four-car carport and a self-contained annexe. Presented in good condition.The property is approached via a long private gravel drive and benefits from oil-fired central heating, double-glazed windows, high ceilings and well-proportioned rooms throughout. The plot covers an area of around 3.5 acres and the gardens combine formal areas around the house with more natural woodland, bordered by the river. The mill race runs beneath the property and offers potential for hydro-electric generation, subject to permissions.The house has been in the same family for the last 25 year and their fondest memories of the house have been the wonderful grounds, beautiful sunsets and the feeling of being surrounded by nature.There is a total 270m2 habitable space, spread across the main house and the independent annex.AccommodationThe ground floor comprises an entrance lobby and hall, cloakroom, lounge, study, utility room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room and boiler room.The first floor offers a principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom, a sitting room or additional bedroom, and a dressing room.The second floor includes three further bedrooms and a shower room.A separate annexe, accessed via the dining room and with independent access, provides a bedroom, dressing room, study or occasional bedroom, en-suite shower room and kitchen requiring renovation.Outbuildings and groundsThe plot covers just under 3.5 acres. The river runs through the grounds and gardens surround the house. The rest of the land is beautiful woodland which create the sense of being completely surrounded by nature. There is an open-fronted stone carport for four vehicles with attached barn and basement, formerly housing the mill workings.ServicesMains water, electricity and telephone. Fibre-optic internet. Oil-fired central heating. Double glazing. All-water septic tank.LocationThe property is situated in a beautiful spot, on the river in a wooded valley in the southern area of Calvados. Vire, a well-established Norman town is just 3km away and has the balance many people look for when settling in the region: everyday amenities, a strong sense of community and easy access to open countryside.The town has a full range of shops, cafes, schools, healthcare and sports facilities, along with a weekly market and direct rail connections to Paris, making it practical for both family life and remote working.The surrounding area is defined by rolling farmland, wooded valleys and rivers, with numerous walking and cycling routes on the doorstep. Golf courses, equestrian centres and outdoor leisure activities are close by, while the Normandy coast, the D-Day beaches and the port of Ouistreham are all within around an hour's drive. To the west, the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel and Granville offer dramatic coastal scenery, while Caen and its airport provide wider cultural, transport and employment links. Together, Vire and its surroundings offer a grounded, liveable alternative to busier coastal or city locations, without feeling remote.At a glance:Bedrooms: 6Bathrooms:3Receptions: 3Habitable space: 270m2Plot size: 14,047m2 / 3.47 acresTaxe fonciere: €1,800DPE rating: EBroadband: Fibre broadbandHeating: Oil-fired central heatingDrainage: Septic tankNeighbours: DistantDistance to shops: 3kmDistance to coast: 1hrDistance to ferry port: Ouistreham, 1hrDistance to airport: 50minsPlease 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* Country house & apartment* Situated in a beautiful wooded valley* River frontage* Surrounded by nature* 6 bedrooms in total* Spacious living rooms* Just 3km from town with range of amenities* One hour from coast & ferry port

A beautifully renovated 4-bed stone farmhouse with nearly 7 acres of land and far reaching views across the Normandy countryside. Well equipped and maintained equestrian facilities including six paddocks (one with shelter), a 1,000 m2 riding arena. As well as forests with beautiful walking and biking trails nearby, 2 equestrian centres, lots of pretty market towns in the area and the coast is just 40 mins away for unforgettable shoreline rides.The living areas at the property are spacious and light and the fires in each reception room mean it's particularly cosy throughout the winter. The house is beautifully presented and has about 170 m2 habitable space. Here's the current layout:Ground floorOpen plan kitchen and dining area (32 m2) with Falcon range and wood stoveLarge sitting room (47 m2) with Normandy fireplace and wood stoveFirst floor:LandingFour bedrooms (two used as offices, one as a dressing room)Bathroom with bath, shower, and double basinUtility room with laundry facilitiesSeparate WC with hand basinLarge attic bedroom with exposed beams and additional loft spaceOutside:2.8 ha of land with six paddocks and 1,000 m2 arenaEquestrian facilities: two 32 m2 boxes (convertible to four), two more boxes (20 and 11 m2), tack room with washing machine, hay barn (36 m2), shed (18 m2), and secure parking for horse trailer or truckOrchard with apple, pear, cherry, and plum treesDriveway with ample parking and exterior lightingOutbuilding with boiler roomLocation:9 minutes from a village with local amenitiesUnder 15 minutes from Vire (shops, weekly market, restaurants, vets)45 minutes from Caen, 40 minutes from Granville and its beachesEasy access to Mont-Saint-Michel, Saint-Lo, and Saint-MaloOther towns and villages in the area that are well worth exploring might be Villedieu-les-Poeles, Saint-Hilaire-du-Harcouet, Flers and Domfront.Additional information:Double glazing, stone floors, high ceilingsFibre optic internetOil central heating and wood stovesSold with selected furniture and decorative itemsPeaceful setting, ideal for horse enthusiasts or countryside living in NormandyAt a glance:Bedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 1Receptions: 2Habitable space: 170m2Plot size: 27,613m2 / 2.8 hectares / 6.9 acresTaxe fonciere: €TBCDPE rating: TBCBroadband: Fibre opticHeating: Oil-fired central heating & wood-burning stovesFeatures: Double glazing, stone floors, high ceilingsDrainage: Septic tankNeighbours: DistantDistance to shops: 9 minsDistance to coast: 40 minsDistance to ferry port: 45 mins - CaenPlease 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* Renovated 4-bed stone farmhouse* Extensive equestrian facilities* Nearly 7 acres of land* Pretty garden* Excellent location* Forest riding and walking trails nearby* Lots of market towns in the area* 40 mins from the coast* 45 mins from ferry port

This immaculately presented 3-bed stone house has a 1 acre garden and is just 3km from the centre of Vire where, in addition to a good range of shops, amenities, restaurants and bars, there is also a mainline train station with direct routes east to Paris and west to Granville on the coast.There is a total 115m2 habitable space. Here's the layout:Ground floorEntrance Hall 2.61 x 2.42m Exposed stone walls with display recesses. Birch wood flooring. Steps down to:Sitting room 6.37 x 5.98m with Pellet burner and door and window opening to:Open plan kitchen/dining Room 4.73 x 3.81m Exposed stone walls. Built-in dishwasher and space for range style cooker.Utility Room 2.39 x 1.88m Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for tumble dryer. Space for upright fridge/freezer.Cloakroom with WC and hand basinFirst FloorLanding with cupboard housing hot water cylinder.Master Bedroom 5.27 x 3.44m Glazed double doors to 'Juliette' balcony. Exposed stone wall.En-Suite Shower Room 3.11 x 1.91m Large walk-in shower. Vanity unit. WC. Heated towel rail.Bedroom 2 3.53 x 2.49m Glazed door to 'Juliette' balcony. Exposed stone wall.Bedroom 3 4.38 x 3.17m Glazed door to 'Juliette' balcony Exposed stone wall.'Jack & Jill' Shower Room 3.52 x 1.60m Large walk-in shower. WC. Vanity unit.OutsideThe garden covers an acre and is predominantly lawned with trees and shrubs that are well on the way to getting well established. The terrace that runs along the back of the house is a real feature of the property with different areas for dining, enjoying a morning coffee or maybe a sun-downer at the end of the day. An under cover seating area provides shade or shelter, depending on the weather conditions.There is a an attached shed (3.11 x 1.96m) that has a concrete floor and double doors that is used for storage. The separate workshop (7.34 x 3.5m) also has wooden doors, a concrete floor, power and light connections.LocationVire is just 3km away. A bustling town, there's a popular weekly market that sells local produce, including of course a wide selection of cheeses, cider and calvados. There are lots of independent shops, a couple of large supermarkets and plenty of good restaurants and cafes.The mainline train station means this area is very well connected with direct services not only with Paris (2hr 40mins), but also to Granville on the coast which means you can head off for a day trip to the beach and enjoy a leisurely seafood lunch without having to jump in the car.The ferry port at Caen is 1 hour away and there's also easy access to the other Normandy ferry ports at Cherbourg, St Malo and Le Havre. The Tunnel at Calais is 4hrs away.At a glance:Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Receptions: 2Habitable space: 115m2Plot size: 4138m2Taxe fonciere: €TBCDPE rating: EBroadband: YesHeating: Electric radiators & pellet burnerDrainage: Septic tank (understood to have been installed in 2016)Distance to shops: 3kmDistance to railway station: 3kmDistance to coast: 1hrDistance to ferry port: Caen, 1hrDistance to airport: Caen, 50minsPlease 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* Immaculately presented stone house* 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms* One acre garden* Sunny terrace area* Shed* Workshop* Broadband internet* 3km from Vire* Direct trains to Paris & the coast* One hour from Caen ferry port