For sale in the Forges-les-Eaux area of Normandy, an estate with a 19th-century (1830) mansion offering 390 m² of living space, a stone outbuilding and a shed on 6,015 m² of land in need of renovation. This property is located at the crossroads of Seine-Maritime, Oise and Somme. This 19th-century residence with its reception room and four bedrooms offers all the peace and charm of a 19th-century property.

History and architecture.

This medieval village, whose origins date back to 966, was the birthplace of an abbey. It was established as a county in 1070 by William the Conqueror. It was conquered in 1414 by the English. This duchy was purchased by King Louis XIV for the Duke of Maine. In 1769, it became part of the Orléans family. The town has three buildings listed as historic monuments, as well as 16th-century houses, a 17th-century market hall and the town ramparts.

The residence

This 19th-century mansion with 390 m² of living space is enclosed by walls. This mansion, built in the classical architectural style of the late 19th century (1880), has a central section flanked by a stone outbuilding, a second outbuilding and a shed at the rear. The reception rooms with a fireplace allow you to savour the richness of this place. Five bright bedrooms on two floors offer spectacular views. This property is in need of renovation.

Ground floor

The main entrance to this mansion is on the south façade. A 27 m² entrance hall with period cement tiles leads to a spacious 64 m² living room, a kitchen and a scullery. One bedroom with its own bathroom. A lounge with terracotta floor tiles.

First floor

The landing on the first floor leads to the bedrooms. Three bedrooms (ranging from approximately 16 m² to 35 m²), two of which have fireplaces, and a bathroom with WC. An attic that could be converted.

Second floor

A service staircase leads to the second floor. The attic space of approximately 250 m² could be converted into a workshop, bedrooms or a music studio.

Outbuildings.

A stone outbuilding of approximately 150 m² in need of renovation. A semi-open shed of approximately 700 m².

The grounds

A gate opens onto the 6,015 m² grounds. This walled garden, suitable for a swimming pool, allows you to enjoy the peace and quiet of this location close to the city.

Location

Between Rouen and Amiens, this estate is 2 kilometres from the city, which offers private and state schools, shops and a market. Motorway access is 5 km away, the airport is 50 km away, the train station is 2 km away and the TGV station is 50 km away. A book fair, a glass museum, breweries, gardens, the Louis-Philippe museum and numerous hiking trails allow you to discover this natural environment and its eventful history.