Oz en Oisans holiday chalet rental with internet access, balcony/terrace, walking and fireplace

Oz is a relatively small village which means there are relatively few queues at the cable cars, so you can be up on the mountains in no time. Another advantage of the area is that there are a wide range of slopes to satisfy beginners through to advanced skiers. The mountains are dotted with a range of restaurants so you are never too far away from a hot meal or a welcome cup of coffee.

There are over 250 kilometres of runs, including the Sarenne black slope, the longest run in the world. Starting from Pic Blanc (3,330m), it continues on and on, down to the Gorges de Sarenne (1,510m) for 16 kilometres.

Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine Ski (1,135m – 3,300m)

80 lifts

918 snow canons

250 km of skiing on 135 ski runs :

• 42 green runs

• 37 blue runs

• 39 red runs

• 17 black runs

Oz-en-Oisans / Vaujany (1,135m - 2,800m)

22 lifts

660 snow canons

75 km of skiing on 41 ski runs:

• 12 green runs

• 14 blue runs

• 12 red runs

• 3 black runs

There is a purpose built crèche. Children are welcome from 6 months up to 6 years either for half-day sessions (9h to 12h30 and from 13h30 to 17h) or for the full day. Parents can enjoy skiing alone whilst the crèche provides fun activities for your children who are looked after by fully qualified staff. For children from 3 years old, the crèche operates an introduction to ski in conjunction with the local Ecole du Ski. There is a maximum capacity of 20 children so advance booking is essential through the local tourist office at oz-en-oisans

Throughout July and August Oz springs into life as a centre for sports and walking. In and around the village itself you can pick from activities such as paintball (16 and over), an acrobatic park with swings, monkey bridges and zip wires to suit all levels of ability (from 3 years), tennis, swimming, archery, trampolines, canyoning and fishing. In addition, cable cars provide direct access to explore high altitude lakes, glaciers, flora and fauna

Oz is particularly popular with cyclists who flock here to watch the Tour de France. On 19th July 2014 the Tour will be passing through the valley very close to the chalet.

There are numerous cycle races which take place over the summer in and around Oz, many of which you are free to enter. There are also a wide variety of cycle paths varying from easy routes through the valleys to various grades of mountain bike trails, one of which is within 20 metres of the chalet. Bikes can be hired in the village and the tourist office has full details of all the many trails.

Alternatively, you can just sit back with a book and a glass of wine and relax on one of the two balconies and take in the beautiful mountain views.

In the summer season there is a playgroup for younger children from 6 months to 6 years which can be booked for half or full day sessions. There is also a kids club for children up to 12, which provides a wide range of activities such as football, table tennis, video games.

The Rhone/French Alps region

Although there have been people in Rhône-Alpes since pre-historic times, the earliest recorded settlers of the region were the Gauls (Celts). Cities such as Lyon were founded by them and the region traded with both northern and southern Europe. Most of the area became part of Roman territory during the invasion of Celtic Gaul led by Julius Caesar.

Situated between Paris and the Côte d'Azur, on the border with both Switzerland and Italy, and offering access to four international airports (Lyon, Grenoble, Chambery and Geneva), impressive rail connections and a vast motorway network, the Rhône-Alpes region is at "the crossroads of Europe".

Boasting eight natural parks and sites such as Mont Blanc and the Gorges de l'Ardèche, the Rhône-Alpes offers a wide range of different landscapes: mountains, vineyards and gentle valleys, fields of lavender and olive groves.

Every form of sport is readily available, set against an impressive natural backdrop: skiing, hiking, mountain biking or even paragliding and canoeing.

In the east of the region the food has an Alpine flavour with dishes such as fondue, raclette, gratin dauphinois and gratin savoyard. Wines in this region include the very famous Beaujolais, Côtes du Rhône and Savoy wine. Chartreuse liqueur is made in the region.

Further Details on the Chalet indoors

1st Floor:

• Entrance hall with ski and boot rack and plenty of hooks to hang your coats.

• A separate toilet.

• A large, open plan room with fireplace, a sitting area with a coffee table and numerous books and games. There are also wooden steps leading up to the mezzanine bedroom.

• A separate dining area seating 10.

• A kitchen with dishwasher, full size oven with extractor hood, hob, fridge/freezer and microwave.

Ground Floor:

• Three bedrooms, each with 2 single beds and a spacious wardrobe. Each bedroom has a window with views of the mountains.

• Another toilet

• A separate shower room with sink, cupboards and heated towel rail

• A separate bathroom with bath and overhead shower, heated towel rail and sink with cupboards.

Mezzanine:

• A separate enclosed bedroom with two single beds. This room is full height at one end and has restricted height at the other due to the apex of the roof. There is a clothes rail.

Further details on the chalet outdoors

There are two balconies on two sides of the chalet, both offering wonderful views of the mountains. One balcony has outdoor dining furniture.

The chalet is heated by underfloor heating which is supplemented by heaters and an open fire.

Further details

The English owners aim to meet guests personally, but there is an English, French and Dutch speaking person available locally with anything you might need to make your stay more enjoyable.

There is also a tourist information office in the village.