A fully restored country house, with an approximately 2,000-m² walled garden,
1 hour and 30 minutes from Paris, in the heart of Gerberoy
1 hour and 30 minutes from Paris, in the heart of Gerberoy
Gerberoy,
OISE
picardy
60380
FR
Location
Gerberoy is sited on a promontory between Normandy and Picardy with a view that takes in landscapes of wooded countryside and shallow valleys. The property is located in the heart of one of France’s most beautiful villages, which is a picturesque and peaceful place but is near to urban facilities, such as a nearby town with convenience shops that can be reached in just five minutes. Paris is 1 hour 30 minutes away via the A16 motorway, while the railway station and airport in Beauvais are 25 km away. The English Channel coastline can be reached in one hour and Rouen is around 60 km away.
Description
Although it is situated in the heart of the village, the property is discretely tucked away at the end of a narrow cul-de-sac lined by old stone walls. It is hidden away from prying eyes and only looms into sight after passing through the wooden entrance gate. On the other side of a cobbled courtyard stands a fully restored 19th-century brick building whose classical façade faces south. Next to it, there is also a 17th-century former barn, set perpendicularly and one storey lower. Opposite the residence, a semi-circular flight of stone steps leads up to a lawned garden dotted with fruit trees as well as a carefully tended vegetable garden on one side, next to one of the walls. Hundred-year-old trees also grace this space. The robust walls enclosing the garden provide a sensation of security and tranquillity, providing countryside peace and quiet.
The house
At first glance, the harmonious façade with many small-paned windows regularly spread around a double-leaf glazed door demonstrates a refined classical character. Each of the openings boasts a basket-handle arch. The edifice is built with old bricks and stands out thanks to its colour shades ranging from orange/red to brown. It has three storeys, the last of which has sloping ceilings in the attic space. A luxuriant Virginia creeper adorns the entire width of the façade. One of the building’s corners is bevelled, adding a touch of fantasy to the more or less rectangular layout. The roof is made of small, local tiles and boasts a hipped dormer, which is typical of Normandy. The house’s interior has been fully renovated using traditional materials and has been decorated to a very high standard.
The ground floor
The main entrance opens into a kitchen and dining room on one side and a lounge on the other. The large windows allow light to stream freely into the rooms, which is rare for a house built at the time this one was. Rectangular terracotta tiles, exposed beams, a white-painted staircase and an imposing, square fireplace give this room a modern atmosphere, in which the kitchen takes centre stage, thanks to its central island unit topped by two large lanterns. In the dining room, there is a bench along the bottom of the two windows. The table stands opposite a monumental fireplace that provides the room with plenty of character. The lounge is tucked away behind the staircase and boasts a cast-iron wood-burning stove. Beneath the staircase, there are wooden shelves for books and decorative objects. The overall atmosphere is one of warmth and comfort. A door leads outside from this room onto the patio. There are also a utility room and a boiler room on the ground floor. An opening communicating with the former barn offers the possibility of extending the lounge.
The first floor
A landing leads to three bedrooms and two bathrooms, of which one is en suite. The wide, wood stripped flooring is painted in white, except in the master bedroom where it has been left in its natural state. All the rooms are bathed in light thanks to the large-paned, south-facing windows.
The second floor
A large landing leads to two bedrooms with sloping roofs in between which there is a bathroom. The wide, wood stripped flooring has been painted white.
The outbuildings
To the right of the house, a 17th-century barn, which today is used for storage, could be converted. It communicates directly with the main house and also has a large opening, currently boasting a wooden sliding door. As with the main edifice, there is also a hipped dormer window. A small log store with a bread oven stands against the building’s gable end. On the other side of the courtyard, an old awning is used as a barbecue area.
The cellar
From inside the barn, a flight of steps leads down into the vaulted cellar made of large blocks of limestone. It is made up of a central passageway leading to small recesses, which are veritable sanctuaries for storing wine.
The garden
The approximately 2,000-m² garden stretches out beyond the semi-circular stone steps. In the middle, there is a lawn separated by a hedge and adorned with an arch of rose bushes, through which visitors can pass to reach the orchard and vegetable garden as well as a small greenhouse. At the end of the garden, several hundred-year-old trees stand next to the property’s wall.
The tennis court
Just a few steps from the house, a jointly owned, hard surface tennis court looking out onto the surrounding countryside can be used by the occupants.
Our opinion
This fully renovated old house stands in a setting that is conducive to relaxation and well-being in the open air. Whether alone, with family or among friends, it is a perfect country retreat only one and a half hours from Paris. It is a guarantee of a simple and peaceful existence, surrounded by nature, ideal for a family for weekends or holidays but could equally become a permanent home.
Reference 483734
| Land registry surface area | 2000 m2 |
| Main building surface area | 211 m2 |
| Number of bedrooms | 5 |
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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.
