In the myth-rich landscape of Suisse Normande—where rivers carve through rocky hills and legends ripple through the forests—stands a Renaissance manor as timeless as the region itself. Only fifteen minutes from the medieval stronghold of Falaise and a breezy half hour from Caen, Turgot Manor is a rare architectural heirloom surrounded by nearly 4,000 m² of enchanted garden.
Facing the 12th-century Church of Saint-Martin and sheltered by an avenue of trees, the manor’s entrance is marked by a wrought iron portal—an elegant introduction to the historic charm within. This 16th-century home, first constructed during the reign of Francis I, is a paean to French classicism, its limestone façades, blue slate roof, and Renaissance tower standing as enduring tributes to craftsmanship of another era.
Step through the floral-tiled vestibule into an interior steeped in centuries of style. The ground floor unfolds with:
- A dining room bathed in natural light from cross windows, anchored by an Enjugerais marble fireplace and crowned with a ceiling rose
- A luminous salon with a carved oak mantle, wide bay windows, and garden views
- A tiled kitchen connected by corridor to a private office, reserve pantry, and a serene bedroom
- A Renaissance tower housing a spiral staircase to the upper floors and attic
The first floor offers six bedrooms, each featuring oak floors, marble fireplaces, and bay windows with traditional shutters. A corridor also serves a shower room and WC. The attic above is fully convertible, promising further potential.
Adjoining the manor is a stone outbuilding with a large beamed room and a massive fireplace—ideal for conversion into a studio or guest space. The garden, once part of a 19th-century arboretum, remains a lush haven filled with rare and century-old trees, echoing the horticultural passions of the Marquis de Turgot.
Highlights:
- 16th-century manor with Renaissance tower
- 7 rooms including 6 bedrooms and spacious reception areas
- Art Nouveau tiling, original fireplaces, oak floors, and stained glass accents
- Outbuilding with potential and vaulted cellar
- 3,988 m² of land with rare trees and historic landscaping
- Only 30 minutes to Caen, 2 hours to Paris via train
Ideal for seekers of heritage and tranquility, Turgot Manor whispers stories of nobility and nature. With sweeping views, complete privacy, and an interior of artful restraint and warmth, this property is a soulful country retreat in one of Normandy’s most poetic landscapes.
