Sumptuous Renovated Mansion With Care, With City Garden And Absolute Calm

Orbe, a millennial city between history and serenity
Dominating proudly the plain of Orbe and facing the Jura mountains, the city of Orbe is one of the historical jewels of northern Vaud. This privileged medieval town combines the authenticity of an exceptional architectural heritage with the immediate proximity to the dynamic urban centers of Yverdon-les-Bains and Lausanne.
An ideal location in the heart of the Romandy axes
Orbe benefits from a strategic location: just 15 minutes from Yverdon-les-Bains and 30 minutes from Lausanne via the A1 motorway. The city is perfectly connected to the national network thanks to the Orbe-Chavornay train line, allowing easy access to the CFF station in Chavornay.
The public transport network, complemented by regular bus connections, ensures smooth mobility for families and professionals. This optimal accessibility is accompanied by all the amenities of a modern city: quality schools, hospital infrastructures, varied shops, and even a cinema.
A way of life between heritage and nature
Orbe charms with its preserved character and peaceful atmosphere. Strolling through its streets, one discovers patrician residences and mansions, some dating back to the 18th century. The homes in dominant positions often enjoy maximum sunlight and spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and the Alps.
Between walks along the banks of the Orbe, discoveries of the famous Roman mosaics, and moments of relaxation facing the Gros-de-Vaud, daily life in Orbe cultivates a rare art of living. It is a place where history meets serenity, offering a harmonious and warm living environment for the whole family.
Quick facts
- Living space: 345 m², usable space approx. 398 m²
- Rooms: 8 rooms (modular), 3 bathrooms, 2 kitchens/dining rooms, 2 entrance halls, 1 waiting room, 1 large workshop
- Exteriors: Magnificent south-facing enclosed garden, terrace, and unobstructed views
- Year of construction: 1763 (renovated in 2020)
- Property type: Mansion / Patrician estate
- Orientation: Southwest and Southeast, views over the plain
- Finishes: Noble materials, original woodwork, oak parquet flooring, tiled stove from 1763
- Annexes: Superb vaulted cellars, well, bicycle storage, convertible attic, large garage with electric door
- Technical: Gas boiler from 2020, excellent maintenance condition
- Financial advantage: Possible takeover of a 1.25% fixed interest rate until 2030
- Availability: To be discussed
Elegant patrician residence in the heart of the medieval city
Located in a peaceful alley of the old town of Orbe, this former 18th-century mansion is a true gem of local heritage. Passionately restored in 2020, it brilliantly combines historical prestige with contemporary comfort, just 30 minutes from Lausanne.
From the entrance, the nobility of the materials is expressed through vast volumes bathed in light, solid oak floors, and molded woodwork. The centerpiece, an exceptional tiled stove from 1763, highlights the unique character of this residence where every detail tells a story.
Generous volumes and flexible layout
Spread over several levels, the house offers rare modularity. The main floor hosts the reception rooms, a characterful kitchen crafted by local artisans, and a spacious master bedroom of 30 m² with a marble fireplace.
The garden level, currently rented to therapists (available in June 2026), offers three additional rooms, including a waiting room, a kitchen, a bathroom, and WC with direct access to the outside, ideal for a professional office or an extension of the family space. The attic, featuring impeccable framing and a large workshop, offers exceptional potential for development into a playroom or cinema.
A protected and green outdoor setting
Outside, you will enjoy a walled urban garden, a true haven of peace facing south. The unobstructed view over the plain invites serenity. The basement impresses with its superb vaulted cellars on two levels and its deep well, a rare specimen in the region.
In summary
- Authentic charm: Well-maintained mansion with prestigious finishes
- Rare potential: 345 m² of living space allowing for two dwellings or one dwelling and a professional activity
- Ideal location: Absolute calm, immediate proximity to schools and shops
- 16 minutes from Yverdon, 30 minutes from Lausanne and Neuchâtel
- Modernization: Heating 2020, Velux 2022, careful renovations and interior transformations
- Financial opportunity: Fixed mortgage rate at 1.25% (2030)
- Complete annexes: Electric garage, historical cellars, and usable attics
- An exceptional place combining historical elegance and modern living.