Manors
12th & 15th century manor
one hour south of Paris
Location
Situated in the area around Sens, at the crossroads of the Ile de France, Champagne and Burgundy, on the outskirts of an unspoilt village in the French department of Yonne, and yet very near to the south of the French department of Seine & Marne.
Not far from a town of art with an outstanding architectural heritage as well as all shops and amenities.
Motorway access: N6 - A5 motorway. 110 km (69 miles) from Paris by motorway.
French SNCF train line to Paris (55 minutes) several kilometres (miles) away.
Local shops and primary schools nearby.
Description
The manor
Main feudal building of a fortified farm built in the 12th century, very probably modified into a manor in the 15th century with the addition of a corner tower, this perfectly independent property is accessed from the street via entrance gates consisting of stone pilasters and wrought iron gates.
3,300 m² (0.82 acres) of well-kept parklands, including grasslands and planted with trees, surround the building on three sides.
Solid in construction, the walls of the dwelling and the tower are built of exposed stones; all the roofs, including the candle-snuffer roof are of old local tiles.
Inside, the floors and the stairways are of terracotta tiles and oak wood, the beams are exposed and the fireplaces are of stone or marble.
The ground floor comprises a large entrance hall, a 65 m² (700 sq ft) reception room, a summer kitchen, a wine cellar (in the tower) and a machine room.
An intermediary floor comprises a small 5.5 m² (59 sq ft) lounge.
The 1st floor includes a 45 m² (484 sq ft) lounge-dining room, a kitchen, a 22.5 m² (242 sq ft) study-library and 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with toilet.
The 2nd floor consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 shower room with toilet and a study.
There are various hall areas throughout the entire building.
Outbuildings include an adjoining 70 m² (753 sq ft) barn in use as garage.
Our opinion
Currently occupied as a main residence, the property, known locally as “The Castle” exudes an authentic, unspoilt aura. The farm backing on to the building via two perpendicular wings does not cause any particular nuisance; on the contrary, it provides a feeling of security and neighbourliness. Its relative proximity to Paris is an additional asset for those looking to acquire a holiday home that is rapidly accessible from the capital by road.
Price: 550 000 €
Our fees are included in the stated sale price.
Reference 2714JJM
| Land registry surface area | 33a 1ca / 3563 sq ft |
| Main building surface area | 340 m² / 3660 sq ft |
| Outbuilding surface area | 70 m² / 753,5 sq ft |
Regional representative
Jean-Jacques Morize del Devèze +33 (0)6 09 75 85 85
NB: The above information is not only the result of our visit to the property; it is also based on information provided by the current owner. It is by no means comprehensive or strictly accurate especially where surface areas and construction dates are concerned. We cannot, therefore, be held liable for any misrepresentation.
