Initial construction XVIIe siècle (≈ 1750)
Period of construction of farm.
2e quart du XIXe siècle
Architectural changes
Architectural changes 2e quart du XIXe siècle (≈ 1937)
Period of extension or renovation.
Années 2000
Transformation into housing
Transformation into housing Années 2000 (≈ 2000)
Rehabilitation in 42 apartments.
2004
Registration for historical monuments
Registration for historical monuments 2004 (≈ 2004)
Protection of facades, roofs and banks.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
The facades and roofs of the main house and stables, with the exception of the north wing; the facades and roofs of the house on common; the old house located south of the courtyard; the bridge and the banks of the small Odon, as well as the vegetable garden (see box). AB 130 to 132): registration by order of 10 November 2004
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Origin and history
Than Farm, also known as the Old Bell Tower Farm, is an iconic building located in Bretteville-sur-Odon, Calvados department. Dating from the 17th and 19th centuries, it illustrates the architecture of the large Norman farms. It is located at No. 61 of the road of Brittany, near the former church of Notre-Dame and the estate of Baronnie, on the banks of the Petit Odon. Its history reflects the evolution of agricultural practices and local urban planning.
The farm continued its agricultural activity until the end of the 20th century, marketing local products. In 2004, its facades, roofs, houses, stables, and the bridge and banks of the Petit Odon were listed as historical monuments. In the 2000s, the site was converted into 42 high-end apartments, carefully preserving its exterior appearance to maintain its architectural heritage.
The complex is a testament to the economic and social transformations of Normandy, moving from a traditional farm to a modern place of residence. Its inscription in historical monuments underlines its importance in the local heritage, while offering an example of a successful rehabilitation of a historic building.
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