Norman Manor From The Late 19th Century Inspired By Art Nouveau

An authentic Anglo-Norman residence
During the Belle Époque, between 1890 and 1914, the French bourgeoisie abandoned traditional master houses to give rise to bolder and more refined residences. Inspired by the Art Nouveau movement, architects favored curved lines, arabesques, and richly worked decor. In England, this renewal took root with the Arts & Crafts movement.
The emergence of concrete, a modern material of the time, combined with a return to artisanal know-how (cabinetmaking, pottery, enameling), offered creators a new freedom. The 1900 World’s Fair would indeed celebrate this artistic movement.
Built in 1895, this property seems to be the fruit of this creative effervescence, probably commissioned by a prosperous farmer from the Pays de Caux to an inspired architect.
A manor at the heart of its clos-masure of approximately 3 hectares
At the end of a charming country road typical of the Pays de Caux, lined with planted embankments, this elegant residence reveals itself dominating its park.
Past the gate and the caretaker’s house, a driveway leads to the manor through lush vegetation: centenary trees, a remarkable rhododendron over 120 years old, well-maintained paths, and flowering beds compose an exceptional setting.
The entrance porch opens onto a majestic hall with nearly 4 meters of ceiling height, immediately setting the tone.
The ground floor hosts superb reception rooms: A reception lounge with elegant moldings, bathed in light thanks to large openings. The original woodwork and their wrought iron fittings testify to remarkable craftsmanship. An impressive dining room, adorned with a monumental fireplace topped with a wooden sculpture representing the village’s patron saint, offers an atmosphere worthy of a movie set. The living spaces complete this level: A warm and refined library lounge, enhanced by its coffered molded ceilings; An office with a view of the park; A charming period WC, true to the Anglo-Norman style; A spacious convivial kitchen, ideal for entertaining, complemented by a Godin stove. Upstairs, a majestic staircase leads to: Three bedrooms and two shower rooms; A beautiful master suite facing south, with a bathroom, toilet, and office/dressing room. The second floor offers additional potential with several rooms allowing for the arrangement of at least six bedrooms.
The manor rests on a complete cellar, ideal for storage (notably wine) and technical equipment. An evolution towards a more modern heating system (such as a pellet boiler) can be considered.
A landscaped park and numerous outbuildings
The park of nearly 3 hectares constitutes a true gem. Maintained with passion for many years, it perfectly illustrates the tradition of the Norman clos-masure, with its planted embankments of beeches and its centenary trees.
A natural pond welcomes local wildlife and contributes to the biodiversity of the place. The vegetable garden, accompanied by its orangery and greenhouse, testifies to an authentic art of living, still perpetuated today.
The outbuildings enhance the property’s potential: An old stable with its original boxes and a floor once dedicated to staff; A caretaker’s house currently occupied, ensuring a presence on the estate; A large garage (former coachman’s house), capable of accommodating several vehicles, including collectibles. An ideal location between Rouen, Dieppe, and the sea
Ideally located, the property benefits from quick access to major routes: Less than 2 hours from western Paris; 20 minutes from Rouen; 35 minutes from the beaches of the Côte d’Albâtre. A central location, perfectly combining tranquility, accessibility, and proximity to the coast.
Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/