Who are we?

Perched at an altitude of 800 metres in the heart of the Haut-Jura, Le Coupet is steeped in centuries of history. A former farmhouse dating back to the 14th century, this forest estate was originally dedicated to timber harvesting, taking advantage of the richness of the surrounding forests.

Over the years, the site has undergone a metamorphosis: first as a vacation camp welcoming generations of children to discover the mountains, then as a stopoveraccommodation from 2009, offering refuge to hikers and nature lovers.

In 2021, we're taking over this historic heritage and giving it a new lease of life, preserving its authentic soul while bringing our modern vision of eco-responsible hospitality.

How the project came about

En 2021, nous nous posons une question simple : « Et si on vivait au contact de la nature plutôt qu’en ville ? »

With our 4-year-old daughter, we left the Paris region to settle in Les Crozets, in the Haut Jura, and buy the Domaine le Coupet.

« Tout est parti d’une prise de conscience de l’urgence écologique. Je n’étais pas juste spectateur de cette crise, j’en étais acteur. Mon impact carbone était lourd, ma vie très matérialiste. Je ressentais le besoin urgent de changer, de retrouver du plaisir dans mon travail, de vivre plus simplement. » — Christophe

When we discovered Le Coupet, with its spring and the possibility of heating with wood, it was obvious: this place steeped in history was perfect for this new life and for welcoming groups in search of authenticity.

« Trois ans après, je peux dire que c’était le bon choix. Je me régale à m’asseoir le soir dans notre clairière, à écouter les bruits de la forêt, à observer les étoiles. Tout comme j’adore accueillir nos hôtes et leur transmettre mon amour de la nature. » — Christophe

Who we are

Christophe Leon, originally from Toulon. After Toulouse Business School, I worked in publishing in Montreal, then e-commerce at Bertelsmann and Galeries Lafayette. Marketing Director at Voyages-Sncf.com, I launched the Trophées du Tourisme Responsable with Ademe. Entrepreneur with Pure Agency (mobile applications, 25 employees), I sell in 2015 before changing my life for the Coupet in 2021.

Mariya Usacheva-Leon, originally from Siberia. With a Master's degree in finance, I first worked in banking and business aviation. In France since 2012, I specialize in data and tourism at Accor and then Karavel. Today, as an independent consultant, I co-manage Le Coupet.

Our frustrations have become our strength

Having both worked in tourism and traveled extensively, we knew the frustrations of vacation rentals by heart:

In group gîtes: we often found ourselves in impersonal houses, squeezed in between other rentals, woken up by traffic... And the worst part: being our own stewards. Planning menus, shopping, cooking for 15 people, organizing outings, managing logistics.

In hotels: it's practical for a weekend for two, but with a group or for a week, it feels cramped. There's no common space where you can really get together, and none of the warmth of a shared home.

We wanted to create the place we'd been looking for everywhere but never found: the authenticity of nature, the space of a real home, and the freedom to think of nothing but enjoying ourselves.

Coupet: our answer to these frustrations

At Coupet, we've created the home we all dreamed of, solving each of these frustrations:

✅ No more lack of service → Tailor-made catering with local produce, full concierge service, organized activities...

✅ No more impersonal decor → A home with soul, decorated with taste and authenticity

✅ No more intrusive neighbors → 12 hectares of unspoilt nature, just for you

✅ No more noisy roads → The silence of the forest and birdsong

✅ No more faulty connection → Professional Wifi AND disconnection chosen

✅ No more environmental impact → Clean source, wood heating from our forest, zero disposable plastic, selective sorting, eco-labeled products...

The result? A unique concept in eco-responsible hotel accommodation:

👉 The intimacy and conviviality of a home 👉 The comfort and service of a hotel 👉 The commitment to sustainable tourism

What sets us apart from a classic accommodation : the services and attention we provide to enable our guests to enjoy their stay to the full, while feeling right at home.

What sets us apart from a hotel: the perfect format for groups and longer stays, with the space and conviviality of a real home.

Services tailored to your needs

For individuals: these services are optional. You can also rent on a self-catering basis if you wish, to enjoy the house on your own.

Pour les entreprises en séminaire : tous ces services sont inclus dans l’expérience. Notre équipe s’occupe de tout pour que vous puissiez vous concentrer sur l’essentiel : vos objectifs professionnels et la cohésion de vos équipes. Nous organisons également des séminaires éco-responsables avec des activités team building porteuses de sens et des ateliers « à impact ».

The Le Coupet experience

In the heart of the Haut-Jura, surrounded by forests, gentle mountains, wild lakes and waterfalls.

Punctuate your stay with unique, tried-and-tested services and experiences. Always rooted in the local area, celebrating nature, sport, adventure, heritage and gastronomy.

Our guests come to truly disconnect, share joyful moments thanks to the activities we organize, and above all reconnect with nature through our environmental discovery workshops.

While our team takes care of everything, you savor every moment: the silence of the forest, the conviviality of shared meals, the magic of group moments in our clearing.

Our eco-responsible commitment

Le Coupet is a Clef Verte 2025 Laureate! We are one of the establishments in France committed to sustainable tourism, recognized for our concrete actions: Zero disposable plastic policy, environmental awareness, responsible purchasing, partnerships with associations committed to ecological transition.

Nous partageons la conviction que les entreprises ont un rôle essentiel dans la construction d’un modèle économique plus solidaire et soutenable. C’est pourquoi nos séminaires d’entreprise intègrent cette dimension, avec des activités team building porteuses de sens et des ateliers « à impact ».

That's Le Coupet's DNA: an authentic place, steeped in history, committed to the environment, where perfect service lets you live the experience to the full and leave with a desire to protect the nature that has rejuvenated you.

Come and discover Le Coupet: 700 years of history, a modern and eco-responsible vision of hospitality.