Orbe
Orbe, a thousand-year-old city between history and serenity
Proudly dominating the plain of Orbe and facing the Jura mountains, the town of Orbe is one of the historical jewels of Northern Vaud. This privileged medieval town combines the authenticity of an exceptional architectural heritage with immediate proximity to the dynamic urban centers of Yverdon-les-Bains and Lausanne.
An ideal location at the heart of French-speaking Switzerland's main routes
Orbe benefits from a strategic location: only 15 minutes from Yverdon-les-Bains and 30 minutes from Lausanne via the A1 motorway. The town is perfectly connected to the national network thanks to the Orbe-Chavornay train line, allowing easy access to the Chavornay CFF station.
The public transport network, complemented by regular bus links, ensures smooth mobility for families and professionals. This optimal accessibility is accompanied by all the amenities of a modern city: quality schools, hospital infrastructure, various shops, and even a cinema.
An art of living between heritage and nature
Orbe seduces with its preserved character and peaceful atmosphere. Strolling through its narrow streets reveals patrician residences and manor houses, some of which date back to the 18th century. Dwellings in a dominant position often benefit from 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
Located in a peaceful street in the old town of Orbe, this former 18th-century manor house 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 light-filled volumes, solid oak parquet floors, and molded woodwork. The centerpiece, an exceptional tiled stove from 1763, underlines 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 created by local artisans, and a vast master bedroom of 30 m² with a marble fireplace.
The garden level, currently rented to therapists (available in June 2026), offers three additional rooms, with a waiting room, a kitchen, a bathroom and toilet with direct access to the outside, ideal for a professional practice or an extension of the family living space. The attic, with its impeccable timber frame and large workshop, still offers exceptional potential for conversion into a games room or cinema.
A protected and green outdoor setting
Outside, you will enjoy a walled urban garden, a true south-facing haven of peace. The unobstructed view of the plain invites serenity. The basement impresses with its superb vaulted cellars on two levels and its deep well, a rare example in the region.
In brief
Orbe, a thousand-year-old city between history and serenity
Proudly dominating the plain of Orbe and facing the Jura mountains, the town of Orbe is one of the historical jewels of Northern Vaud. This privileged medieval town combines the authenticity of an exceptional architectural heritage with immediate proximity to the dynamic urban centers of Yverdon-les-Bains and Lausanne.
An ideal location at the heart of French-speaking Switzerland's main routes
Orbe benefits from a strategic location: only 15 minutes from Yverdon-les-Bains and 30 minutes from Lausanne via the A1 motorway. The town is perfectly connected to the national network thanks to the Orbe-Chavornay train line, allowing easy access to the Chavornay CFF station.
The public transport network, complemented by regular bus links, ensures smooth mobility for families and professionals. This optimal accessibility is accompanied by all the amenities of a modern city: quality schools, hospital infrastructure, various shops, and even a cinema.
An art of living between heritage and nature
Orbe seduces with its preserved character and peaceful atmosphere. Strolling through its narrow streets reveals patrician residences and manor houses, some of which date back to the 18th century. Dwellings in a dominant position often benefit from 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: Manor house / Patrician residence
- 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
Located in a peaceful street in the old town of Orbe, this former 18th-century manor house 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 light-filled volumes, solid oak parquet floors, and molded woodwork. The centerpiece, an exceptional tiled stove from 1763, underlines 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 created by local artisans, and a vast master bedroom of 30 m² with a marble fireplace.
The garden level, currently rented to therapists (available in June 2026), offers three additional rooms, with a waiting room, a kitchen, a bathroom and toilet with direct access to the outside, ideal for a professional practice or an extension of the family living space. The attic, with its impeccable timber frame and large workshop, still offers exceptional potential for conversion into a games room or cinema.
A protected and green outdoor setting
Outside, you will enjoy a walled urban garden, a true south-facing haven of peace. The unobstructed view of the plain invites serenity. The basement impresses with its superb vaulted cellars on two levels and its deep well, a rare example in the region.
In brief
- Authentic character: Perfectly maintained manor house 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, meticulous interior renovations and transformations
- Financial opportunity: Mortgage rate fixed at 1.25% (2030)
- Complete annexes: Electric garage, historic cellars, and usable attic
- An exceptional place combining historical elegance and modern life.
