Norman Country House in 1 ha with Outbuildings
Country House · Normandy, France
€330,000
The Basics
Overview
Our Analysis
Priced competitively for the Pays d'Auge at roughly €1,535/m², this property presents a high-maintenance reality behind its traditional aesthetic. The reliance on an external gas tank (LPG) and the presence of 'tile-hung' walls and half-timbering (colombage) signal significant ongoing thermal efficiency challenges and specialized facade upkeep. While the one-hectare plot and multiple outbuildings offer expansion potential, the 'immediate habitability' likely masks a need for a total electrical and insulation overhaul to meet modern standards.
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Price & Market
Price Fairness
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This property is priced well below average for a house needing renovation in Normandy with 1 ha of land..
The Property
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The Verdict
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Financials
What It Costs to Own
Estimated monthly and upfront costs based on your buyer profile
Upfront
~€129,360
Monthly
~€2,962 /mo
Rental potential
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Location & Daily Life
Location
Normandy, Orne (61)
Living here
What daily life looks like in this area
Daily life revolves around Vimoutiers or St-Pierre-sur-Dives for bread and markets. Expect a damp, oceanic climate where high-quality indoor heating is the primary winter priority.
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Risks & Compliance
Safety & crime
Interpreted from official police & gendarmerie records
Development & Zoning
Built-up area — construction is permitted under local rules
No development zones (AU) found within ~800m — the surrounding area is not earmarked for urbanization.
Planning prescriptions in the area:
Reserved land
Set aside for future public infrastructure (roads, utilities)
Renovation Constraints
Heritage-related planning prescriptions exist in this area. Some exterior modifications may need additional review. Check with the mairie before planning works.
Source: Géoportail de l'Urbanisme (PLU) · View full zoning map
Legal considerations
Next Steps
Questions to ask
- Is the septic tank (fosse septique) compliant with current standards, and when was the last inspection?
- What is the Energy Performance Certificate (DPE) rating? Traditional half-timbered houses often fall into G or F.
- Are any of the outbuildings already registered as habitable space on the Cadastre?
Documents to request
- Dossier de Diagnostic Technique (DDT) including asbestos, lead, and termites.
- Rapport d'assainissement (Septic system conformity report).
- Recent Taxe Foncière notice.
This report is generated from listing data and regional knowledge. It is not a substitute for a professional survey, legal review, or in-person visit.
Characteristics
Details
- Property Type
- Farmhouse
- Status
- Good/some renovation
- Category detail
- Country Seat
- Total living m2
- 215 m²
- Plot size m2
- 10,416 m²
- Grounds HA or legal
- Grounds 1-5 HA
- Scenery
- Countryside
Room information
- Total number of rooms
- 7
- Bedrooms
- 5
- All bathrooms
- 3
- Garage
- Detached
Special features
- Double glazing
- Barn
- Stables
Ground Floor
- Open-plan kitchen and dining room
- 27 sqm (with cathedral ceiling)
- Study / small sitting room
- 15.6 sqm
- Shower room
- with shower, washbasin and WC
- Spacious living room
- 24 sqm (with open stone fireplace)
- Bedroom
- 15.7 sqm
- Second shower room
- shower and washbasin
- Separate WC
- Utility room
- Fitted open-plan kitchen with dining area
- 32 sqm
First Floor
- Landing
- 14 sqm (with bathroom: bathtub and washbasin)
- Separate WC
- Master bedroom
- 22 sqm (with direct access to the kitchen area)
- Attic bedrooms
- 15 sqm, 11 sqm and 10.6 sqm (three additional)
Outbuildings
- Open double garage
- Boiler room
- gas boiler with external tank
- Woodshed/garage
- Former half-timbered stables
- to renovate
- Additional storage buildings
Outdoor
- Land
- Over 10,000 Sqm (with mature trees and a well)
Utilities
- Heating
- Gas boiler with external tank
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