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The house located in Rahon, Jura, is a building rebuilt between 1730 and 1758, representing civil architecture of the mid-18th century. It is distinguished by an interior staircase combining stone and wood, as well as a marble wall fountain, typical of the bourgeois or rural affluent houses of the period. These decorative details, combined with the quality of the materials, suggest a prestigious owner, although his identity is not mentioned in the available sources.

After the French Revolution, the site evolved with the addition of a barn and barn building after 1828, reflecting an adaptation to 19th century agricultural needs. This extension illustrates the functional duality of the rural houses of Burgundy-Franche-Comté, often linked to the exploitation of the surrounding lands. The facades, roofs, gate, and staircase with its fountain have been protected since 1995 by a registration order under the title of Historic Monuments, highlighting their heritage value.

The location of the house, 8-10 rue de l'Eglise in Rahon, is documented in the Merimée base, with geographical precision deemed "a priori satisfactory". The Insee code (39448) confirms its anchoring in the Jura department within the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region. No information is available on its access to the public, its current vocation (housing, visit, accommodation), or possible notable owners.

Available sources (Monumentum, Merimée data) highlight architectural elements protected as witnesses to local know-how. The lack of details about past occupants or uses limits the understanding of its social role, but its ranking suggests recognition of its historical and aesthetic interest. The photo under the Creative Commons license, attributed to Jean de l'Auxois, offers a complementary visual overview.

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