Beautiful 19th-century castle in Normandy 【No.31550】
Exceptional Château in the Heart of Normandy
Preserved Natural Environment – Close to Rouen
Located approximately 150 km west of Paris and only 20 km from Rouen (approx. 110,000 inhabitants), this remarkable property enjoys a privileged natural setting, surrounded by lush meadows and magnificent forested areas, offering absolute peace and a rare quality of life.
The nearest village is just 3 km away and offers local shops as well as a railway station with connections to Rouen, ensuring an ideal balance between peaceful seclusion and accessibility. Set away from any disturbance, the property provides an environment conducive to serene and comfortable living.
The Château
Offering approximately 200 sqm per level, this château elegantly combines refinement, comfort and historic charm.
Ground Floor
The entrance opens onto a magnificent hall adorned with marble and cabochons, served by a monumental staircase with finely decorated wrought-iron banister.
- Study with library
- Living room with superb white marble fireplace and herringbone oak parquet flooring
- Billiard / reception room, open to the exterior, featuring a decorative fireplace (non-functional) and a mosaic floor dating from the 1926 renovation
- Dining room richly decorated, with a Deville stove integrated into an imposing fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere
The particularly functional kitchen is fitted with upper and lower cabinets, two double sinks and a large range cooker, ideal for gastronomy enthusiasts.
It benefits from direct access to the outdoors.
In the basement:
- Laundry room
- Workshop
- Boiler room
- Wine cellar
A similarly equipped pantry, with double sink, completes this area.
Two WC with hand basins are also located on the ground floor.
First Floor
A spacious landing overlooking the staircase leads to:
- A master suite with private bathroom and access to a large terrace
- A generous dressing room
- Two beautiful interconnecting bedrooms
- A large bathroom with access to the first-floor terrace
Except for the shower room, all rooms feature parquet flooring.
The bedrooms are decorated in an 18th-century style, using fabrics from renowned houses such as Braquenié and Frey.
Second Floor
A wide parqueted corridor leads to:
- 5 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- 1 shower room
- 1 separate WC
The attic spaces, insulated and repainted, feature parquet flooring and offer generous storage areas.
General Condition & Renovation
The property is the owners’ main residence and underwent a complete renovation approximately 15 years ago, including:
- Insulation of walls and attic spaces
- Complete overhaul of electrical and plumbing systems
- Modernization of bathrooms and kitchen
- Restoration of floors, walls and ceilings
The property is in excellent overall condition.
The Chapel
The consecrated chapel has been fully restored, including the slate roof and interior finishes.
It retains beautiful historic stained-glass windows, a star-studded dome, and houses the tombs of former owners, giving the space a unique and deeply historic atmosphere.
Outbuildings
- Brick building with mansard roof (slate roof, roof renewed) – interior to renovate
- Approx. 25 sqm over two levels
- Located near the former kitchen garden
- Remnants of an old greenhouse
- Large garage of approx. 200 sqm over two levels, roof renovated in 2020
- Gatekeeper’s house (approx. 20 sqm over two levels), requiring interior works to be made habitable again
The Estate
The property extends over more than 37 hectares, comprising:
- Approximately 30 hectares of woodland
- 7 hectares of meadows and landscaped parkland
Part of the woodland lies on a steep slope, without detracting from the overall appeal of the estate.
There is no forest management plan and no hunting rights lease.
The park, designed in a traditional English garden style, features century-old trees, beautiful riding paths and fenced meadows, suitable for horses.
A small lake with a peninsula accessible via a romantic bridge completes this exceptional setting, where magnificent peacocks roam freely.
Practical Information
- Central heating: oil-fired (older boiler, well maintained and operational)
→ approx. €10,000 to €15,000 / year - Property tax: approx. €5,300 / year
- Electricity (EDF): approx. €2,500 / year
- Home insurance: approx. €3,000 / year
- Optical fiber: connected up to the entrance of the property
- Buildability: limited extensions, enlargement projects possible under certain conditions
Conclusion
This character château, set in unspoiled countryside while remaining in close proximity to Rouen, offers a rare balance between heritage, nature and accessibility.
An exceptional property, ideal as a private residence, a family estate, or a prestigious destination.
