No pets allowed Not suitable for children under 5 Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The chalet with its terrace and large private garden is an ideal base for a family holiday. Of traditional construction and in a peaceful and tranquit setting, it has electric heating and a log fire in the seating area with LCD TV, DVD and stereo.
The dining area has french doors to the terrace and garden where you can enjoy the stunning views both winter and summer. There is a shower room and wc on the ground floor and three bedrooms (1 twin, 2 double) and bathroom on the first floor. The bathroom has jacuzzi bath and heated towel rail.
The chalet is just 5 minutes drive from the centre of Les Houches with Bellevue cable car and ski lifts, ski hire, ski school, local shopping, bars and restaurants and only 10 minutes drive from the vibrant centre of the historic town of Chamonix.
A variety of other ski resorts are easily accessible for a day's skiing with Courmayeur 30 minutes drive via the Mont Blanc Tunnel.
Chalet Bois de Neige
Dining for 6
Double bedroom 1
Return to the village
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The Rhone / French Alps / Haute-Savoie region
The Haute-Savoie region borders Switzerland to the north, with Geneva being the closest major town. To the east Haute-Savoie borders Italy and to the west the department of Ain. The south borders Savoie.
Geneva is one hour easy driving to Les Houches. Mont Blanc and Lake Annecy, the second largest lake in France, are located in Haute-Savoie. The pretty town of Annecy with its lake is a popular holiday destination. The town of Évian-les-Bains on the shore of Lake Geneva is world famous for its mineral water, Evian.
Chamonix / Les Houches area
The Chamonix Valley, lying at the foot of europe's highest mountain, Mont Blanc, has a number of very attractive traditional towns and villages. Les Houches, only 10 minutes drive from Chamonix, is a traditional Haute Savoie village just a few minutes off the main motorway from Geneva. It offers a wide range of activities for all the family and local shops provide a range of regional products. The Kandahar World Cup ski race ends in the village.
Chamonix is the main town in the valley and has a vibrant and lively centre with bars, restaurants and shops. The spectacular mountain range surrounding the towns charming narrow streets and traditional alpine architecture give it a unique and distinctive quality.
A Mecca for sports enthusiasts of all ages, the first Winter Olympic Games were held here in 1924. Skiing and mountaineering have been the main economy of Chamonix for many years with the Vallée Blanche giving a memorable excursion through glaciers and magnificent scenery. (Experts only!)
Summer in the valley offers a variety of activities to enjoy the stunning surroundings. As well as walking, hiking and mountain biking through spectacular mountain scenery the lakes in the area provide swimming and watersports. Tennis and golf are also close at hand along with mountain museums giving an historic account of the area.
How to get there
1 hour easy driving from Geneva airport. Flights from Ireland and UK with aerlingus.com, easyjet.co.uk, flyglobespan.com, jet2.com.
Car hire available at airport.
Britany Ferries to Le Havre.
Euro Tunnel, Calais 892 km (approx 7 - 8 hours)
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Geneva: 80 km
Railway:
Les Houches: 2.5 km
Ferry:
Le Havre: 800 km
Activities near Chamonix
Sports: Ski resort location Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The bedrooms have been newly carpeted in January 2009 and all beds have new mattresses at the same time. The sitting area has two very comfortable large sofas, also new in January, LCD TV, DVD and stereo.
Further details outdoors: Large private garden. Ample parking for two cars.
Snow tyres or chains advised (can be booked with car hire). Lock up garage for storage of skis and equipment.
Magnificent views to Mont Blanc and Aguille du Midi.
Further details
Changeover day Saturday. Arrival time 4.00 pm. Departure time 10.00 am.
Owner also speaks French.
Swedish massage can be arranged with a fully qualified ITEC therapist.
Conditions
Sorry, no pets.
Strictly no smoking.
25% of rental fee or minimum £100 deposit per week required 8 weeks before holiday.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
We can accept payment by GB cheque or by bank transfer in GBP or Euros.
A deposit of 25% or minimum £100 per week is requred at time of booking.
A refundable security deposit of £200 is required with final balance payment.
There is a weekly surcharge of £50 towards heating October - March.
Discount available for 2 persons only.
Guestbook for Chalet Bois de Neige
".....had a great time in your lovely chalet. Thanks for all your excellent communication ...... We will certainly recommend the house to friends."
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 83060
Name:
Carol McKelvey
Tel:
+44 2892 682464
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