The Land of the Normans corresponds to that area of northern France between the Paris basin and the English Channel. Along the varied coast, 600km/370mi long, lie some of the best-known resorts in France. Milk and cream, cider and calvados are produced on the verdant fields inland. Castles, chateauxs and gorgeous little towns are all reminders of the region's ever-changing history. For local government purposes Normandy is split into the regions of Haute Normandie (to the east) and Basse Normandie (to the west), names which simply refer to their distance from Paris. The great charm of Normandy lies in the highly varied coastine, which stretches 370 miles between Le Treport in the northeast and Mont St-Michel in the southwest. Sections of the coast bear evocative names like the Alabaster Coast (Cote d'Albatre), the Flower Coast (Cote Fleurie) and the Mother of Pearl Coast (Cote de Nacre). The chalk cliffs of the Cote d'Albatre are famous - they are at their most spectacular at Etretat. The Cotentin Peninsula, part of Armorican Massif, stretches far out into the English Channel. Inland, though, Normandy has a quite different look. The Bocage Normand district is a land of woods and meadows and includes the romantic Switzerland of Normandy. Hedges divide fields and meadows where apple and pear trees grow and dairy cows graze. Right in the middle of Normandy is the fertile Pays d'Auge, which is the origin of products such as cider, calvados and camembert cheese. There are also stirring reminders of history, especially in the old capital of Rouen and at Mom St-Michel (St Michael's Mount). The Atlantic climate is mild, damp and changeable. The peak periods for visiting are in the summer months of July and August. Inland, it is particularly lovely sound the time that the fruit trees blossom in April and May.
3 bedroom cottage style house with plenty of character, comprising small cottage and former barn, ample garden including small summerhouse in hamlet surrounded by farmland approx 5 km south of Domfront near La Baroche sous Luce. Short distance from La Foret des Andaines, fine views from garden at rear, proximity to Domfront and Bagnoles de l'Orne, opportunities for cycling, walking in forest, several good restaurants at a short drive's distance. Parking for 2 vehicles beside house.
The property stands in a residential area with a garden which has immediate access to a leisure lake. The house has been stripped out ready for renovation and benefits from a loft space over it. The garden is attached to the property and there is a garage and barn. A separate stone barn 5 minutes’ drive away is available by separate negotiation. Viewing is highly recommended. The property is found in Orne in the Normandy region of France.
This house was completed to a very high specification. It is situated in a very pleasant semi-rural area with pleasant outlooks and the village is a mix of local French people and some English families. There is also the possibility of purchasing approx. 3 acres of land adjacent to the house that currently has a small orchard in it, fenced and has road access. KITCHEN - Entry through the main external door from the front driveway.