"Lock Up & Leave" 3 Story Town House

Charming Period Stone Property — Ideal Holiday Home or Lock-Up-and-Leave Investment

Situated in a picturesque village, this attractive granite character property offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire an authentic French home full of charm and history. Featuring beautiful original stonework, an elegant arched doorway, dressed window surrounds, and thick masonry walls, the house combines timeless architectural appeal with practical durability.

Perfect as a holiday home, second residence, or turnkey lock-up-and-leave investment, the property is easy to maintain and secure when unoccupied, making it especially appealing to international buyers. Its manageable size and solid construction also suit the seasonal rental market, with potential for holiday lettings or gîte use (subject to permissions).

Close to local amenities and open countryside, it provides an ideal base for exploring the region while enjoying peaceful village life. Early viewing is recommended.

Charming Period Stone Property — Ideal Holiday Home, Gîte or Lock-Up-and-Leave Investment near Mont-Saint-Michel

Situated in the heart of the peaceful village of Saint-Marc-le-Blanc (35460), this attractive granite character property offers a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic French home rich in charm, history, and architectural integrity — all within easy reach of Brittany’s stunning countryside and the iconic Mont-Saint-Michel.

Constructed from local stone and showcasing beautiful traditional craftsmanship, the house features striking original granite masonry, an elegant arched entrance doorway, dressed stone window surrounds, and impressively thick walls that provide both durability and natural insulation year-round.

Inside, the property offers open-plan living spaces across all floors, creating a bright and highly adaptable layout suited to modern living. This flexible configuration provides an ideal canvas for buyers wishing to design a unique home while preserving its historic character. There is potential for two open fireplaces, perfect for cosy evenings and adding further charm to the principal living areas.

While renovation is required to bring the property to contemporary comfort standards, it retains a wealth of original features including exposed stonework, traditional timber elements, possible colombage (half-timber detailing), and fine granite craftsmanship rarely found in modern construction. With thoughtful updating, this could become a stunning blend of heritage and modern style — ideal as a character residence or investment property.

Perfect as a holiday home in Brittany, second residence, or secure lock-up-and-leave property, the manageable size and solid construction make it easy to maintain during periods of absence. It also offers strong potential for seasonal rentals, Airbnb, or gîte accommodation (subject to permissions), appealing particularly to international buyers seeking an authentic French lifestyle property near major tourist attractions.

Excellent Access — Ideal for International Buyers

One of the property’s key advantages is its convenient accessibility from the UK and beyond:

Rennes Airport — approx. 45 minutes
Regular domestic flights and connections to major European hubs

Dinard–Pleurtuit–Saint-Malo Airport — approx. 55 minutes
Seasonal direct flights to the UK and Channel Islands

Saint-Malo Ferry Port — approx. 1 hour
Direct services to Portsmouth, Poole, and the Channel Islands

Caen-Ouistreham Ferry Port — approx. 1 hr 45
Routes to Portsmouth

Easy access to the A84 autoroute (Rennes–Caen)
Providing fast road links to Normandy, Brittany, and Paris

Mont-Saint-Michel — approx. 35 minutes
One of France’s most visited landmarks

Brittany and Normandy Coast — approx. 45–60 minutes

Local shops, schools, services, and weekly markets can be found in nearby towns such as Saint-Brice-en-Coglès (Maen Roch) and Fougères, offering everything needed for day-to-day living while preserving the tranquillity of village life.

Surrounded by rolling countryside, walking routes, and traditional Breton villages, the property provides an ideal base for exploring both Brittany and Normandy. Whether you are seeking a renovation project, a charming pied-à-terre, a holiday retreat, or a long-term investment in French real estate, this property offers exceptional potential in a highly desirable and accessible location.

Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the character, flexibility, and lifestyle on offer.
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Information about risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website : https://www.georisques.gouv.fr