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

Steeped in history, green, maritime, and refined, Normandy is one of France's prime locations for acquiring a characterful manor house authentic way of life , blending nature, culture, and understated prestige.

Whether you are looking for a quiet second home historical heritage to preserve , Normandy offers a wide choice of homes with strong character.

🏡 Why buy a manor house 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 house (17th, 18th or 19th century), with outbuildings and a wooded park.

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

• Family or reception-sized spaces , perfect for second homes, guest houses or event venues

Normandy allows you to combine heritage, accessibility and quality of life , with an exceptional size/price ratio for charming real estate.

📍 The best places to buy a manor house in Normandy

💶 Price of a manor house for sale in Normandy in 2025

Average estimates:

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

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

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

🏰 What styles of manor houses are there in Normandy?

• Manors built of blond stone in Calvados (18th century)

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

• Small castles or manor houses with enclosed grounds

• Farmhouses with wine presses, stables or barns

• Listed Historic Monuments (MH or ISMH)

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

✅ Tips for buying a manor house in Normandy

1. Study the level of renovation

   • Some buildings are ready to live in, others require significant construction work.

2. Check the heritage constraints

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

3. Anticipate maintenance costs

   • Roofing, heating, park size, security… A manor house costs between €10,000 and €25,000 per year to maintain.

4. Find out about access

   • Proximity to train station, road access, amenities: this impacts your comfort… and resale value.

5. Get help from a specialist

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

🏡 Examples of mansions for sale via Charming Properties

• 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, overlooking the Seine Valley – 400 m² – €1,780,000

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

👉 See our manor houses for sale in Normandy

📌 Conclusion

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

Propriétés De Charme accompanies you with expertise and discretion to access the most beautiful Norman manor houses, whether visible or confidential.

Contact our partner agencies for a tailored selection.

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