Sortosville-en-Beaumont, La Basse Normandie 50270

A 14th-century feudal dwelling and its outbuildings spread over almost 5 hectares, a few kilometres from Barneville-Carteret in the Cotentin region. A country lane runs alongside the property. Two stone pillars form the entrance, which is framed by low walls forming a semi-circle and opens onto a courtyard. It is bounded by the manor house opposite and adjoining outbuildings on either side. The grounds spread out behind the manor house and slope down to the stream, which runs alongside part of the estate. Built following the Anglo-Norman architectural tradition, the manor house is rectangular in plan, with coursed rubble masonry walls and a high slate gable roof. The building is divided into two parts, distinguished by their specific openings: a lancet window and arched carriage entrance on one side, and rectilinear openings with dressed stone surrounds on the other. One side houses a large ceremonial hall, the other a dwelling. On either side of the manor house, two small extensions have been added for storage purposes.