Castle Giel-Courteilles - 9 bedrooms - 833m²

Just one hour from Caen and twenty minutes from Falaise, in the heart of a 170-hectare unspoilt estate, this château, whose origins date back to the 16th century, aptly embodies timeless elegance and the French art of living.

Approved and developed over the centuries - particularly in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries - it now boasts harmonious architecture that reflects its history and successive changes.

Sheltered from any nuisance or glare, the property reveals itself along a majestic tree-lined driveway almost 800 metres long, opening onto a rare landscape: English-style parklands, meadows, woods and organically farmed apple orchards.

Numerous perspectives are organised around the château, offering varied and carefully composed views over the estate.

They continue through various espaliered plateaux, gently descending towards the wild banks of the Orne, which border the property for more than 7 kilometres, giving the site an exceptional dimension and a rare intimacy.

The meandering river underscores the poetry of the landscape, offering soothing panoramas that change with the seasons.

Built of gilded grison stone, the château offers around 833 m² of living space.

Its well-balanced architecture, punctuated by corner towers, houses remarkable reception rooms.

As soon as you enter, a vast eight-metre-high atrium sets the tone.

State rooms with monumental fireplaces, a reception dining room, a library and a family kitchen make up the elegant and welcoming spaces.

The original features - Burgundy stone paving, Versailles parquet flooring, old wood panelling, stone staircases - testify to the authentic character of the residence, enhanced by natural light and high ceilings.

The upper floors are home to a large number of bedrooms and suites, offering comfort and privacy, as well as the potential for further development, making it possible to envisage a variety of projects, whether as an exceptional family residence or a reception venue.

The estate is complemented by a remarkable collection of outbuildings, including a consecrated chapel, historic outbuildings, outbuildings, farm buildings and operating facilities.

The estate is particularly noted for its cider-making activity and the production of a Calvados over 15 years old, made on the estate and marketed under a protected brand name, reinforcing the identity and unique character of the estate.

The estate also benefits from a roe deer hunting plan, adding to the site's rich hunting and natural resources.

A veritable showcase of nature and history, punctuated by the winding lines of the River Orne and its scenic vistas, this estate, unique in Normandy, will appeal to lovers of confidential locations in search of authenticity, space and serenity, as well as to those planning large-scale projects.

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• Historic château of 833 m² with timeless elegance.
• Unique estate with 170 hectares of organic orchards.
• Cider business producing renowned Calvados.

Normandy - Orne bordering Calvados - Exceptional estate - 16th century castle and outbuildings - 170

Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website : https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

Ref : DE2-776 - Date : 30/04/2026