🏰 Manor house for sale in Normandy: second home or historic treasure?

Steeped in history, green, maritime, and refined, Normandy is one of the top French locations for acquiring a characterful manor house authentic lifestyle , combining nature, culture, and discreet prestige.

Whether you are looking for a quiet second home historic heritage to preserve , Normandy offers a wide choice of residences with strong personalities.

🏡 Why buy a manor in Normandy?

Acquiring a manor house means combining space, charm, history and modern comfort . And Normandy stands out as an ideal region for this type of property.

What buyers are looking for:

• A bucolic setting , close to Paris or the coast

• An old residence (17th, 18th or 19th century), with outbuildings, wooded park

• A property with character : woodwork, stone, fireplaces, turrets, half-timbering

• Family or reception areas , perfect for second home, guest house or event projects

Normandy combines heritage, accessibility and quality of life , with an exceptional surface area/price ratio for charming real estate.

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💶 Price of a manor for sale in Normandy in 2025

Average estimates:

• Small renovated manor house (~250–300 m²) with park : €600,000 to €950,000

• Historic manor house (18th century) with outbuildings : €1 to €2.5 million

• Estate with several buildings, chapel, hectares : €2.5 to €5 million

• Manor house by the sea / sea view : €2 to €4.5 million depending on location

👉 Please note: the price may drop if there is major renovation work or if the property is too far from amenities.

🏰 What styles of manors are there in Normandy?

• Manors made of blond stone from Calvados (18th century)

• Half-timbered manors with turrets (15th–16th centuries)

• Small castles or mansions with enclosed parks

• Agricultural manors with presses, stables or barns

• Residences classified as Historic Monuments (MH or ISMH)

Some properties are perfect for second family homes , others for hotel or event projects , or even for year-round installation .

✅ Tips for buying a manor house in Normandy

1. Study the level of renovation

   • Some buildings are ready to move into, others require significant construction work.

2. Check the heritage constraints

   • A listed or registered manor involves rules (ABF, materials, subsidies).

3. Anticipate maintenance costs

   • Roofing, heating, size of the park, security... A manor house costs between €10,000 and €25,000/year in maintenance.

4. Ask about access

   • Proximity to train station, main roads, amenities: this impacts your comfort... and resale.

5. Get support from a specialist

   • At Propriétés de Charme , we work with heritage experts and architects of old buildings.

🏡 Examples of mansions for sale via Propriétés de Charme

• Renovated 17th century manor house, Pays d'Auge – 320 m² – €1,490,000

• Manor house with outbuildings near Deauville – 285 m² – €2,150,000

• Stone manor house, view of the Seine Valley – 400 m² – €1,780,000

• Historic property with private chapel – 480 m² – €3,800,000

👉 See our manors for sale in Normandy

📌 Conclusion

Buying a manor house in Normandy means choosing a unique property, full of history, beauty and serenity. Whether for a second family home , a heritage investment , or a prestigious hotel project , the region offers rare and inspiring opportunities.

Propriétés De Charme provides expert and discreet support to help you access the most beautiful Normandy manors, whether visible or private.

Contact our partner agencies for a tailor-made selection.

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