NORMANDY - PAYS D’AUGE – CALVADOS – LIVAROT PAYS D’AUGE – MANOR LISTED AS A HISTORIC MONUMENT (ISMH) 15th-Century Origins on a Wooded Estate

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A HILLSIDE GEM OVERLOOKING THE TOUQUES VALLEY

Nestled on a hillside, overlooking the Touques Valley, at the edge of a carefully maintained woodland, this remarkable Seigneurial Manor, with a rectangular plan and listed as a Historic Monument (ISMH), offers an exceptionally peaceful and preserved setting in the heart of the Pays d’Auge.

AN EXCEPTIONAL MANOR, A TESTIMONY TO HISTORY

Built in the 15th century and enriched over the centuries (16th, 17th, and 18th centuries), this manor embodies the elegance of Augeron Renaissance architecture. Constructed with dressed stone, brick, and half-timber, it rises over four levels beneath a traditional tile roof, offering approximately 450 m² of living space (4800 sq ft).

The manor is oriented West-East, with its main façade facing west, bathed in the golden light of the evening and offering stunning panoramic views. The southern gable, built of dressed stone and reinforced with imposing buttresses, reflects the building’s robustness and grandeur. Opposite, the northern gable, made of brick, houses the entrance/mudroom, a spacious area with built-in closets, a cloakroom, and guest toilet.

In addition to its habitable spaces, the property features a vast basement of over 90 m², with remarkable ceiling height, offering numerous possibilities for conversion.

ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN: AN IMMERSION IN RENAISSANCE ART

The manor preserves an exceptional collection of 16th-century painted decorations, uncovered during recent restorations, showcasing the artistic refinement of the Renaissance in the Pays d’Auge.

Ground floor: elegance and authenticity

Grand dining room (approximately 53 m²), paved with stone slabs, featuring a fireplace adorned with 18th-century sculpted wood paneling and cabinets.
Main living room (58 m²), with opposing large windows, featuring a monumental stone fireplace whose mantel is painted with an ancient fresco. The southern partition wall is decorated with an ornately carved Renaissance wooden door , alongside a fresco depicting the Battle of Marignan, restored after being discovered beneath layers of wallpaper—an exceptional 16th-century iconographic document. The beams, sleepers, and joists are finely decorated with ornamental paintings.
Second salon (35 m²), “modernized” during the Ancien Régime, featuring 18th-century wood paneling and cabinets, a refined carved stone fireplace, decorated with two angels surrounding a central medallion.
Fully equipped kitchen, crafted in solid oak, with black granite countertops.
Spacious entrance (mudroom), located at the northern gable, leading to the first level via an elegant oak staircase.
First floor: refined private spaces

Accessed via a stone spiral staircase, the first floor includes, connected by a corridor paved with 16th-century ceramic tiles:

Majestic suite (38 m²) with a stone fireplace and private shower room, adorned with exceptional 17th-century murals, depicting Renaissance-inspired archways, floral and fruit motifs (melons, grapes, tulips, daisies), and Renaissance sculpted ornaments.
Beautiful bedroom, currently used as an office, featuring a 14th-century stone fireplace, a remnant of the previous medieval dwelling, tiled floors, and painted vine and interlace motifs, as well as religious figures, on the wooden structures.
Grand bedroom (over 40 m²) with sumptuous painted decorations and a remarkable stone fireplace, as well as an adjoining bathroom.
A smaller bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, located in the 18th-century section, benefiting from a dual access staircase.
Converted attic: space and comfort

Large suite with a private shower room and WC, oak parquet flooring, and a warm, cozy atmosphere.
Two additional bedrooms, sharing a common shower room.


MODERN COMFORT & RESPECTFUL RESTORATION

Despite its historical heritage, the manor enjoys modern comfort:

Heating system powered by heat pumps (installed in 2024)
High-tech security alarm system with outdoor surveillance cameras
Fiber optic internet access
Compliant sanitation system

OUTBUILDINGS & PRESERVED ENVIRONMENT

Guest house: Located in the renovated former dovecote, approximately 80 m², enjoying modern comforts and set at a sufficient distance from the manor to ensure privacy.
Independent access road
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Fully equipped (washing machine, dryer, wood stove, etc.)

Small timber-framed outbuilding with a tiled roof, housing the heat pump system.
Large agricultural building: Former cider press, double garage, former stables, and workshops, with well-preserved attics.
Small timber-framed agricultural building with a slate roof, located in the northern pastures.
The landscaped garden, designed around the manor, harmoniously complements the architecture, with meandering pathways inviting leisurely strolls. A well-exposed terrace/solarium, sheltered from view and prevailing winds, provides an ideal relaxation and entertainment area.

A HISTORIC, ELEGANT, AND RARE PROPERTY

A true witness to the Renaissance’s grandeur and Augeron heritage, the Manoir de Tonnencourt perfectly blends history, architectural refinement, and modern amenities in an exceptional natural setting. An unparalleled opportunity for discerning enthusiasts of historic estates.

Information on Risks
The information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: georisques.gouv.fr.

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