A 1930s Gem Commanding the Shores of Lake Saint-Point
Positioned high above the glittering expanse of Lake Saint-Point, this beautifully proportioned 1930s maison bourgeoise in Malbuisson is one of those rare properties that announces itself with complete confidence. Offering approximately 197 square metres of living space arranged across three well-considered levels, the house has been designed — from its very foundations — around the art of togetherness. Six generous bedrooms, each with its own private en-suite bathroom, provide every guest or family member with their own sanctuary, while the open-plan living spaces encourage the kind of easy, unhurried sociability that lake life demands. At the heart of it all sits a 30 m² living room that flows naturally into the surrounding rooms, with a separate kitchen allowing for serious cooking without sacrificing the atmosphere of shared moments. A full basement, dedicated wine cellar and ancillary storage complete the picture of a house that works as hard as it welcomes.
Terrace, Boat Launch and 1,272 m² of Lakeside Grounds
Step outside and the house reveals its finest asset: a terrace that extends the living space seamlessly into the open air, perfectly aligned to catch the sun across the day and frame those sweeping views of the lake below. The gently sloping 1,272 m² plot positions the property at an elevated vantage point, giving residents a sense of quiet dominion over the water while remaining intimately connected to it. A nearby boat launch means kayaking, sailing or simply drifting out onto the lake is part of the daily rhythm here — not a weekend expedition. The tree-lined garden is carefully tended, adding structure and shade without interrupting the views, while the cul-de-sac setting ensures a level of peace and privacy that is increasingly rare in lakeside villages of this calibre.
Malbuisson — Where Alpine Lakes Meet Year-Round Living
Malbuisson sits at the edge of Lake Saint-Point, the largest natural lake in the Massif Central region, in the heart of the Doubs département in Franche-Comté. It is a village that lives and breathes its landscape, with the lake dictating the pace of summer — swimming, water sports, sailing regattas — and the nearby ski resort of Métabief extending the season well into winter. This dual appeal makes Malbuisson genuinely attractive all year round, drawing visitors from France, Germany and increasingly from Switzerland, whose border lies just 30 kilometres to the east. That cross-border dynamic is significant: Swiss buyers and renters regularly seek out well-appointed properties in this corridor, valuing the combination of French countryside charm, easy accessibility and excellent value relative to Swiss real estate. For a property with six en-suite bedrooms and established accommodation infrastructure, the rental market here is both deep and consistent.
The Perfect Base — Whether for Family Life, a Second Home or a Guest House Venture
What makes this property so immediately compelling is its versatility without compromise. The layout, the bedroom count, the private outdoor spaces and the lake connection mean it functions brilliantly as a primary residence, a prestigious second home or a fully operational chambres d’hôtes or gîte business — and it requires no reinvention to do so. The existing configuration is already calibrated for group living, with spaces that balance openness and privacy in equal measure. For a buyer seeking a property that integrates seamlessly into the rhythm of lakeside life while offering serious long-term value in one of eastern France’s most dynamic tourism corridors, this is a genuinely compelling proposition at €950,000.
Getting There
Nearest Train Station: Pontarlier railway station is approximately 15 kilometres from Malbuisson, with connections to Besançon and beyond. Besançon Franche-Comté TGV station, around 70 kilometres away, provides high-speed rail links to Paris in under 2 hours and to Lyon in approximately 1.5 hours.
Nearest Airport: EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg is approximately 130 kilometres from Malbuisson and offers an extensive network of European and international flights, making it the most practical gateway for international buyers and guests. Besançon La Vèze airport serves smaller regional connections closer to home.
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