Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Catered
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This detached large chalet in a stunning position directly on the piste overlooking the historic village of Grimentz Sleeps 8/10 people laid out over 3 floorswith its outdoor south facing sunken Jacuzzi with stunning views overlooking the mountains and Indoor Sauna on the lower floor its a wonderful retreat from the modern world.
If you like ancient, quiet, totally unspoilt mountain villages together with a modern lift system then this is the place for you. In addition to the piste skiing the area is famous for its fabulous off piste skiing and its mountain touring. For magnificent views just off one the pistes in Grimentz there is a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of the Imperial Crown - five 4000m peaks - Weisshorn, Zinalrothorn, Obergabelhorn, Dent-Blanche and the Matterhorn. The village itself has tiny cobbled streets and in some places they are so narrow that the roofs of the chalets almost touch each other in the middle.
Side view of the chalet
Modern lounge
View from dining table
Hot Tub
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/70615
The Swiss Alps / Valais/Swiss Alps region
If you like ancient, quiet, totally unspoilt mountain villages together with a modern lift system then this is the place for you. In addition to the piste skiing the area is famous for its fabulous off piste skiing and its mountain touring. For magnificent views just off one the pistes in Grimentz there is a stunning 360 degree panoramic view of the Imperial Crown - five 4000m peaks - Weisshorn, Zinalrothorn, Obergabelhorn, Dent-Blanche and the Matterhorn. The village itself has tiny cobbled streets and in some places they are so narrow that the roofs of the chalets almost touch each other in the middle.
The skiing in Grimentz is mainly between 1340m to 3000m although the vast majority of the skiing is above 2100m thus the area is snow secure. The area has varied skiing from open pistes to forest runs and steep blacks to easy blues. There is a great snow park at 2500m in Grimentz and additionally one in Zinal. The lift system is modern with Gondolas, Cable cars, a funicular in St Luc and fast six man chairlifts.
To get to the other resorts in the area from Grimentz there are free buses - a regular bus goes from Grimentz to Zinal and a slightly more irregular service to the other resorts. If you are a competent skier there is a fantastic long black run from Zinal back to Grimentz which starts steep and then meanders through the forest until you pop out a short walk from the main gondola station in Grimentz. A new cable car link is planned to link Zinal and Grimentz for next season and in addition a thermal pool complex is due to open in 2010.
Grimentz has many accolades and has been described by Where to Ski and Snowboard 2008 as “Europe's best-kept secret” and an “undiscovered gem”. As Where to Ski and Snowboard 2008 says “get there fast before it has time to catch up with the 21st century! It has also recently been featured in the Ski and Board Magazine and many others.
Grimentz area
Apart from the wonderful skiing in the area there are lots of other things to do. The village has festivals throughout the year including the famous cow fighting that take place there. In addition there are man walks in the area, mountaineering, mountain biking etc.
Other famous villages only a short drive away include Zermatt and you can relax in one of the many thermal spas in the area (Grimentz will have its own one soon)
How to get there
Geneva airport is only a 2hour drive away and many airlines fly into it ranging from British Airways through to the more low cost airlines such as BMI Baby, Easyjet etc. For the season 2009/2010 a new flight will be staring into Sion airport only 40 minutes away from the resort. Car hire can be arranged or transfers at discounted rates. Driving is also easy with Calais only being a 9 hour easy drive away
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Geneva: 150 km
Railway:
Sierre: 25 km
Ferry:
Calais: 800 km
Activities near Grimentz
Sports: Ski resort location
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Jacuzzi / Hot tub, Sauna, Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Staffed Property
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Table tennis, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Sofabeds (2), Double beds (4), Cots (1), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 10
Other:
Please check with with the owner regarding linen and towels. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Four double /Twin bedrooms 3 of which en-suite , one with private facilities, all with wall mounted LCD TV's Very large contemporary open plan living room with double sided open fireplace, dining area sitting 10 people and a separate TV area with 50” plasma TV. The room has massive windows giving plenty of light together with a gallery area above. WiFi Separate room housing another TV area with 42” Plasma TV, this room can be converted into an additional bedroom (note there is a toilet next doo but the bathroom would have to be shared ) Balconies overlooking the mountains and forests Saturday changeover throughout the season
Further details outdoors: The views from this stunning chalet are wonderful as it overlooks the village and valley. The outdoor hot tub is very inviting and there are balconies all around trhe chalet
Conditions
We take a £150 per person deposit and the balance is payable 8 weeks before. Payment is accepted by a debit or credit card
Please note that there is strictly no smoking in the chalet although you may smoke on the balconies as log as you dont throw away the rubbish!
No pets are allowed
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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6999£6,999
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Our catered service includes:
3 course evening meal accompanied by excellent wine together
with fresh coffee and chocolates (6 days per week)
Resort pre-booking service - arrange your ski passes,
arrange your lesson & equipment hire in advance
Children’s menu/early sitting
Use of the hot tub
Ski hosting service
Duvets with matching plain bed linen, bath and hand towels
provided
Mid week change of towels available if requested
Fixed price transfers (depending on availability)
Highly discounted car hire
Cots and Highchairs
Our catered service excludes:
Transfers
Flights
Credit Card Supplement (2%)
Dinner on one night
Ski equipment, insurance, ski passes, lessons
Food for babies/cot bed linen
Note: Please note that no child or other discounts apply to the whole chalet price
Guestbook
This chalet is new this year the gust book will be added when we have some comments!
Availability
See below for next 6 months' availability - to see the next 24 months click here
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Arrival/Departure dates
Availability notes:
This property is not available Sping and Auumn
Contact owner
To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/70615
Contact details for home 70615
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Name:
Nick Williams
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Advertiser joined: 15 Apr 2008 This property added: 1 Oct 2008
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