1800s French Manor House in the Jura Wine Region Asks €636,000
This 19th-century maison de maître is on the market for €636,000 in Montmorot. Listed with Arrière-Cour Immobilier, it’s two minutes from Lons-le-Saunier—the capital of the Jura region in eastern France.
A maison de maître (literally “master’s house”) is a type of large, elegant townhouse that was typically built in France and Belgium during the 18th and 19th centuries for the wealthy bourgeoisie, landowners or industrialists.
The residence spans 504 m² (5,425 ft²) across 15 rooms; 5 bedrooms, 3 baths. Inside, original elements remain in place—parquet and terracotta floors, wood paneling, fireplaces, and wrought-iron details. There are also vaulted cellars and convertible attic space.
The property offers both scale and charming setting in a region gaining international attention for its wines and landscapes.
Set on 1.5 hectares (3.7 acres) of enclosed parkland, the house overlooks the rooftops of Lons-le-Saunier and the Jura hills. Several outbuildings, including an orangery, barn, greenhouse, stables, and horse boxes, extend the potential for equestrian, hospitality, or multi-unit residential use.
While in need of partial renovation, the manor offers a solid architectural framework and a rare opportunity to reimagine a historic estate at the edge of town.
Once overshadowed by Burgundy, the Jura has emerged as a rising star in the wine world. Its vineyards, from Arbois to Château-Chalon, produce characterful wines—Savagnin, Vin Jaune, Poulsard—that have become fixtures on international lists.
Nearby, Baume-les-Messieurs—classified among the “Most Beautiful Villages of France”—sits in a dramatic valley setting, while Salins-les-Bains and Lons-le-Saunier continue the region’s historic spa culture. Outdoor pursuits are never far: the Jura’s rolling hills, lakes, and forests support hiking, cycling, and winter sports, all within easy reach of Geneva, Lyon, and Dijon.
For buyers seeking a foothold in an ascendant region, this maison de maître balances accessibility, heritage, and potential at an accessible price point.
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