This detached 3 bed / 2 bath renovated country home is in a peaceful rural location, yet close to the lively town of Mortain. The property has a large garden with terrace, garage, and outbuildings. Mortain is a great base with a good range of amenities, shops & restaurants and the surrounding area is renowned for outdoor pursuits.The property was completely renovated in 1991 to a high standard, with continuous improvements carried out since. These include the installation of a new en-suite shower room and bathroom, full redecoration, a recently fitted woodburner, and an overhaul of the electrical system. PVC double-glazed windows and electric shutters were added in 2006, along with electric entrance gates and garage door. More recent upgrades include a new all-water septic tank, renovation of the office, and closure of the detached barn with new wooden doors to the front elevation. The result is a warm, efficient and move-in ready home that has been lovingly cared for.There is approximately 128m2 of habitable space. Here's the current layout:Ground FloorCovered canopy porch leading to:Entrance Hall (4.81m x 1.93m)CloakroomUtility Room (3.2m x 1.73m) - Plumbing for washing machine and vent for tumble dryer, door to garageStudy / Games Room (4.31m x 3.28m) - Accessed via garage(Potential to create a separate gite subject to planning permission)Kitchen / Breakfast Room (3.84m x 3.14m) - Glazed double doors to front elevation. Granite work tops and recently fitted Bosch oven and microwave, 4-ring hob (3 gas, 1 electric) with extractor, integrated fridge, and Siemens dishwasher.Lounge / Dining Room (6.29m x 5.3m) - Glazed double doors and granite fireplace with new woodburnerFirst FloorLanding - Two windows to rear elevation, laminate flooringBedroom 1 (4.25m x 3.28m) -En-suite Shower Room -Family Bathroom - Bath with mixer/shower fitment and screen, WC, towel radiator, inset spotlights, ventilationBedroom 2 (4.25m x 3.77m) -Bedroom 3 (5.55m x 2.74m) - with feature granite fireplace (blocked)OutsideSliding electric gates open to a gravel driveway, parking, and turning area.Attached garage (6.07m x 4.89m) with electric up-and-over door, plumbing for washing machine, pedestrian side door, electrics, and storage space above.The front garden has a raised lawn with dwarf stone walls, mature trees, shrubs, and borders. A large, part-covered terrace extends across the front of the house, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining.What was originally the pig sty (3.27m x 3.14m) has been attractively renovated in traditional *colombage* style with slate roof serves as a garden shed.On the eastern elevation there is a carport, concrete hardstanding area, and a corrugated iron barn of approximately 35m2 with concrete floor, power, and light.A stone and brick barbecue and a small fenced paddock complete the outside space.ServicesMains water, electricity, and telephone connected. Electric heating and woodburner. Broadband internet. Double-glazed PVC windows with electric shutters. Drainage via a newly installed all-water septic tank.LocationThe house is just a few minutes' drive from Mortain, with its shops, schools, and amenities, the property also enjoys easy access to the wider region. Local highlights include beautiful waterfalls, walking and cycling trails, fishing, and outdoor sports.Day trips to Caen, St. Malo, Bayeux, and the Normandy beaches are easily achievable, while Suisse Normande, spa towns, and several golf clubs are within 35 minutes. The ferry port at Caen is approximately 50 miles away, and the nearest train station at Vire (15 miles) offers fast connections to Paris. Calais and the Euro Tunnel are approx a 5 hour driveAt a glance:Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Receptions: 3Habitable space: 128m2Plot size: 3,800m2Taxe fonciere: €767 p.a.DPE rating: TBCBroadband: YesHeating: Wood burning stove & electric heatingDrainage: Recently installed septic tankNeighbours: DiscreetDistance to shops: 5 minsDistance to coast: 40 minsDistance to ferry port: 75 minsPlease 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 Norman farmhouse* Peaceful rural location* Large garden* Garage & Outbuilding* 5 mins from Mortain* Area renowned for outdoor pursuits* 40 mins from the coast* 75 mins from ferry port
