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Changeover day:
Sat
Access:
Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 0.1 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Catered
Home description
A modern building with excellent facilities, FranRick Lodge was built approximately four years ago in traditional Alpine style. It is divided into five self-contained apartments, over three floors.
The Lodge is right at the heart of Vaujany, a truly charming Alpine village, situated just 50km east of Grenoble. With both summer and winter activities to enjoy, it's a perfect retreat from the stresses of everyday life.
FranRick is just 100m from the lifts and cable car that link Vaujany to the surrounding mountains. The brand new escalators - which have been installed to take you to the higher areas of the village, such as the shops, tennis courts and ice rink - are just two minutes' walk from us.
A free underground car park for 200 vehicles is located nearby, with even more free car parking just a short walk away.
Each of the five apartments is stylishly furnished and has its own south-facing balcony with spectacular views of the Grandes Rousses mountains and the Fare waterfall. Many of the bedrooms have their own balcony with gorgeous views over the village and mountains.
And after a hard day of exercise, why not take advantage of our sauna to sooth away your aches and pains. With bathrobes provided, all you have to do is relax!
Meals are taken in the lodge dining room, which also has a large balcony facing the valley.
Then you can just kick back and watch a movie on your apartment's DVD player … or maybe play cards, Jenga, and board games - all of which are provided for you.
All in all, the FranRick Lodge combines the fun of a traditional chalet holiday with the opportunity for quieter, more intimate, moments - as and when you want them.
The double bedroom in FranRick 5
The seating area in FranRick 5
Our little touches of luxury!!
Evening view of the courtyard outisde the Lodge
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The Rhone / French Alps / Isere region
The Isère region of France has arguably some of the most breathtaking scenery in the whole country - beautiful mountains, waterfalls, forests, rivers and lakes - it is quite simply a stunning place to visit - winter and summer alike.
Less commercialised than its neighbour, the Savoie region, it maintains a great deal of charm and tradition. Rightly proud of its heritage of courage and bravery during the second world war, the Isère looks back with pride and forward with excitement.
With lots of sunshine in the summer, and even more snow in the winter, the Isère provides a welcome alternative to the more familiar areas of France. Few are disappointed by their visit here.
Alpe d'Huez / Vaujany area
Vaujany has immediate access to some of the best skiing and boarding in the Alps - both on and off piste. With over 240km of pisted runs and a huge selection of off-piste to choose from, there really is something for everybody - complete beginner through to accomplished exert.
Our nursery slopes are quiet, and separated from the main pistes, so beginners can build their confidence and practice their technique away from the faster, more able skiers.
With 3 parks for freestyle skiers and riders, you can even perfect your rail-grinding, jumping and grabs here!!
In the summer-time, life can be more relaxing - or equally as energetic, as you prefer! With mountain-biking, hiking, cycling, tennis, archery, swimming, paragliding, fishing, canoeing, triathlons etc etc you may find it hard fitting it all in! Or, you can simply relax, and watch and the world go by in some of the most spectacular scenery in the Alps.
Vaujany has an award-winning village crèche, that provides welcoming and expert care for up to 40 children from 6 months through to 6 years of age.
There's also a superb full-sized indoor swimming pool, along with a spa and jacuzzi. Plus, in the winter time, there's an open-air ice rink, which in the summer, is used as tennis courts.
Vaujany doesn't claim to have 24/7 night life - but instead offers something more sophisticated and relaxed. There's a good selection of bars, cafes, shops and restaurants here - catering for most, if not all tastes - in fact, there's everything you could ever need!
It's a perfect combination of the traditional way of life in the Alps and a modern approach to hospitality for the more discerning visitor.
How to get there
The nearest airport to Vaujany is Grenoble St Geoirs (GNB), which is also known as Grenoble Isère. The airport is about 1.5 hours away from us by road. Many budget airlines fly to Grenoble, including EasyJet and Ryanair.
Chambéry Savoie (CMF) and Lyon (LYS) airports are also accessible, being 2 and 2.5 hours away from us by road. These airports are also served by the main budget carriers.
Vaujany is approximately eight hours' drive from Calais. Take the A26 Motorway towards Reims and Troyes, then follow the signs to Dijon, Lyon and Grenoble. From Grenoble, take the RN91 towards Briançon and then Vallée d'Olle to Vaujany.
To get here by train, you'll need to go from Paris (Gare de Lyon) to Grenoble, which takes about 3 hours by TGV. From Grenoble, there is a regular coach link to nearby Bourg d'Oisans, which comes directly to Vaujany during the French school holidays.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Grenoble St Geoirs: 60 km
Railway:
Grenoble Central: 50 km
Activities near Alpe d'Huez
Sports: Ski resort location Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Sauna, Internet access, DVD player, Staffed Property
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Fax, Table tennis, Wi-fi available
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:
Dish washer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer
Rooms:
Bedrooms (2), Bathrooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (2), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, BBQ
Further details indoors: Located on the ground floor of the Lodge, FranRick 5 sleeps four people and is ideal for smaller groups and families with children.
The apartment has a south-facing balcony with superb views of the Grandes Rousses mountains and La Fare waterfall.
The double bedroom benefits from a large balcony, with views south and east of the village.
The apartment is tastefully decorated in a modern style and has a light and comfortable feel.
Details
* Open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area * Double bedroom with large balcony, facing south and east * Twin bedroom * Bathroom, with combined bath/shower * Separate WC
Further details outdoors: All of our apartments are equipped with outdoor furniture on their balconies on which to relax and enjoy the spectacular mountain and waterfall views.
FranRick Lodge is equipped with a popular barbecue facility that we use during the latter part of the winter season and for the majority of the summer season.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Winter - Wk 1
13 Dec 08
20 Dec 08
455£ 455
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 2
20 Dec 08
27 Dec 08
635£ 635
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 3
27 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
635£ 635
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 4
3 Jan 09
10 Jan 09
455£ 455
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 5
10 Jan 09
17 Jan 09
455£ 455
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 6
17 Jan 09
24 Jan 09
455£ 455
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 7
24 Jan 09
31 Jan 09
455£ 455
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 8
31 Jan 09
7 Feb 09
535£ 535
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 9
7 Feb 09
14 Feb 09
585£ 585
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 10
14 Feb 09
21 Feb 09
685£ 685
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 11
21 Feb 09
28 Feb 09
535£ 535
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 12
28 Feb 09
7 Mar 09
515£ 515
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 13
7 Mar 09
14 Mar 09
515£ 515
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 14
14 Mar 09
21 Mar 09
515£ 515
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 15
21 Mar 09
28 Mar 09
515£ 515
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 16
28 Mar 09
4 Apr 09
585£ 585
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 17
4 Apr 09
11 Apr 09
635£ 635
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 18
11 Apr 09
18 Apr 09
585£ 585
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1 Week
Winter - Wk 19
18 Apr 09
27 Apr 09
455£ 455
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Unless shown otherwise, our winter season prices are per adult per week on a half-board (catered) basis, with breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner (with wine) provided six days of the week. On the staff day off, breakfast is provided on a continental self-serve basis and we would be pleased to recommend a nearby restaurant for your evening meal.
We regret that we are unable to offer a self catered option during the winter season.
Children under 16 years of age on the date of arrival receive a discount of 10% from the half board adult prices.
The minimum occupancy of FranRick 5 is 3 people, and the maximum 4.
To secure your reservation with us, we will require a non-refundable 20% deposit, payable by either bank transfer, cheque, credit or debit card, with the balance due 8 weeks before your scheduled arrival date.
If, however, you make your reservation with us less than 8 weeks before you arrive, we kindly ask for your deposit and balance to be paid at the time of booking.
Sorry, but we do not allow pets for reasons of hygiene.
All bookings are made in accordance with Kick Ski Limited's standard Terms and Conditions..
Guestbook
"Thank you so much for what can only be described as a fabulous week!... It goes without saying that the Bowers will not hesitate to recommend you to our friends and family" - The Bower family, winter 2007.
"Just a short note to say thank you for your warm and kind hospitality over the last week. We had a thoroughly enjoyable time and are already missing Vaujany! We will be recommending Kick Ski to all of our friends, and look forward to seeing you in the future." - The Paterson family, winter 2007.
"We have just returned from Vaujany having stayed at the FranRick Lodge. I cannot fault the service we received. The rooms were wonderful with luxurious extras such as high quality towels and robes provided, lovely complimentary toiletries, endless access to DVDs with flat screen TVs in all rooms, board games, and a well equipped kitchen area." - Sarah, winter 2007.
Availability notes
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