Farmhouse with nearly 3 acres, barn and superb views

This detached stone house stands in an enviable position with stunning 360° views.  It is quietly situated with no close neighbours and is surrounded by farmland.  Whilst it requires modernisation it is habitable.  There is a large block built barn which would lend itself to stabling or use by someone wishing to work from home.  Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the scope and situation of this property.

The property is at the end of a lane near a quiet village.  Everyday facilities can be found at nearby Juvigny-le-Têrtre (3km) with shops, schools, banks, etc.   It is 14km from Mortain and 16km from the market town of Saint Hilaire du Harcouët.  The property is situated in the north of France,  46 km from Saint-Lô, the department capital and 252km from Paris.  It is within easy driving distance of the port at Saint Malo or Caen Ouistreham. The channel tunnel at Calais is 327 km.  Direct trains to Paris can be located at Villedieu-les-Poêles 19km or Vire 21km. The UNESCO heritage site of the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel is about 33km.  The coast at Granville is 41km distant.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES :

On the ground floor –

External stairs to:

Kitchen/Breakfast Room 4.01 x 3.82m Window and door to front elevation. Tiled floor. Radiator. Range of matching base and wall units including display unit. 4 ring hob (1 electric) with extractor over. Space and plumbing for dishwasher. Sink with mixer tap. Tiled worktops and splash-backs. Housing for built-in fridge.

Bedroom 1 3.80 x 3.16m Window to front elevation. Radiator. Door to:

“Jack & Jill” Bathroom 3.33 x 1.71m Window to west elevation. Radiator. Bidet. Pedestal basin. Bath with mixer tap/shower fitment and screen. Tiled floor and walls two third tiled. Door to hall.

Lounge 5.70 x 4.50m Window to east and glazed double doors to south elevation and onto balcony. Tiled floor. Granite fireplace. 2 radiators.

Inner Hall Tiled floor. Stairs to first floor. radiator.

Cloakroom Tiled floor. Velux window. Half tiled walls. WC.

Bedroom 2 4.68 x 1.86m Window to east and Velux window to rear elevations. Built-in cupboard. Sloping ceiling. Radiator.

On the First Floor –

Landing Hatch to loft. Built-in cupboard.

Room 3.13 x 1.76m Velux window to rear elevation. Sloping ceiling. Radiator. Vanity unit.

Bedroom 3 4.00 x 2.00m Window to front elevation. Radiator. Sloping ceiling.

Bedroom 4 3.77 x 2.00m Window to front elevation. Sloping ceiling. Radiator.

Bedroom 5 3.89 x 2.00m Window to front elevation. Sloping ceiling. Radiator.

Study 2.74 x 1.80m Velux window to rear elevation. Radiator. Sloping ceiling.

Cloakroom Velux window to rear elevation. Radiator. Pedestal basin. WC.

In the Basement – (used for storage) Stairs to inner hall. Electrics.

Utility area with double sink. Boiler. Electric meter. Door to west elevation

Block built Garage Concrete floor. Sliding PVC door. Access to loft space. Oil storage tank.

2 further storage areas – one with pedestrian door to front elevation. One with double sliding metal doors to rear elevation.

OUTSIDE :

A tarmac drive leads to garage and parking area. Outside WC. Outside tap. Orchard. The garden to the front of the house is laid to lawn. BBQ. Mature trees.

Large Detached 2 Storey Barn constructed of block under a synthetic slate roof which is divided into old dairy (ideal for stables). Sliding metal doors to front elevation. 10.27 x 8.28m and separate section 10.27 x 4.25m (milking parlour).

Attached corrugated iron open fronted barn/tractor shed.

Concrete hard standing area.

SERVICES :

Mains water, telephone and electricity are connected.    Drainage is to a septic tank.  Oil fired central heating.

Please note : There is no Energy Rating for this property as the owner does not have the last 3 years’ energy bills.  WHILST THE FIRST FLOOR ROOMS AND ONE GROUND FLOOR ROOM HAVE BEEN USED AND THEREFORE WRITTEN AS BEDROOMS THEY ARE TECHNICALLY NOT CONSIDERED TO BE BEDROOMS BECAUSE THEY ARE LESS THAN 9m2.

FINANCIAL DETAILS :

Taxes Foncières : Approx. 500€ per annum

Taxe d’habitation : € per annum

Asking price : 161,000€ including Agency fees of 11,000€. In addition the purchaser will have to pay the Notaire’s fee of 12,300€

Please note : All room sizes are approximate.  Suzanne in France 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 given or implied.

Property Ref : SIF – 001421