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Studio |1 bedroom |Sleeps 2

Les Contamines-Montjoie in Rhone/French Alps

From £250 per week |  From £60 per night

4 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

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Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, balcony/terrace, car not necessary, no pets allowed

About the home

This quality studio apartment is situated in the centre of Les Contamines; a traditional, unspoilt winter and summer resort nestled below the Mont Blanc Massif, described as a 'hidden gem' by Daily Mail Ski. The Daily Telegraph recommends Les Contamines as an ' unspoilt, lesser-known destination with exceptional skiing'.

It is finished to a very high standard, thoughtfully furnished to create a 'home from home' feeling. It is warm and cosy with underfloor heating, comfortable sofa, UK satellite TV and well equipped with everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Internet access is available across the street. Perfectly located in the village centre, this apartment is the ideal choice for those who want to be near the slopes but who don’t want to walk far to any of the shops, supermarkets or restaurants. For those who do not wish to drive to the cable car, a shuttle bus stops right outside the apartment.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The apartment is situated on the first floor of the Residence Berangere and is serviced by a lift. The interior of this high quality apartment which was completed in 2006, is well-equipped, attractive and cosy.

Living area:
The well-planned lounge has comfortable seating and dining areas and a fitted kitchenette area. It is decorated and furnished to a high standard and is equipped with a TV, with UK satellite TV, DVD player and a CD player. Patio doors lead to the terrace, which is ideal for summer (or winter!) BBQs. From there you will enjoy the wonderful views across the Domes de Miage.

Sleeping:
The sofa bed is very comfortable, easily converts to a standard double bed. There are quality pillows and duvet, which store underneath during the day.

Kitchenette:
The well-equipped kitchen has a dishwasher, fridge/freezer, small oven, a two ring halogen hob, kettle, toaster, and a full range of kitchenware, to create a quick snack or gourmet meal.

Shower room:
The shower room has a shower, wc and washbasin and a storage cupboard.

Ski locker:
A secure ski locker is located in the basement.

Laundry:
Access to washer and dryer downstairs, please request key at time of booking if this is required

Heating:
Underfloor, with additional heat from radiators. A large hot water tank provides plenty of hot water.

Further details outdoors:
It is a great location right in the centre of the village, with boulangerie and supermarket just next door,

Free parking is available opposite the building.

The local ski bus stops right outside the apartment.

Shops, bars and restaurants are all within a few steps.

Swimming lake close to Village.

Internet and WiFi available across the street at the Tourist Office.

Further details

No smoking inside the apartment.

Sorry pets are not accepted.

Conditions

Short ski breaksor ski weekends or summer weekends of 4 nights or more welcome. Ideally weekend changeover, but mid week bookings considered.

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The Rhone / French Alps / Haute-Savoie region

This area of France boast Europe's highest mountain - Mont Blanc. Les Contamines Montjoie snuggles in the foothills of this majestic mountain with a truly Alpine feel - glaciers, mountain pastures, rivers, and waterfalls.

For the people of the Haute Savoie their rural way of life has changed beyond all recognition since the major development of the ski industry in the 1960s. But while tourism these days may take precedence over agriculture, the steady pace of life in the mountains is still governed by the slow passage of the seasons and therefore remains delightfully unchanged.

The area is a nature lovers paradise, far removed from the purpose built resorts. It is a real french village, where old chalets mix with sympathetic newer buildings. The mountains are literally on your doorstep, providing an area for you to explore and enjoy. It is a place where, for a week or a fortnight, you can switch off from the pressures of modern urban living and truly unwind against the magical backdrop of a snow-covered landscape. The stress of work is left behind and your primary worries soon centre on where to make the next turn - and which restaurant to book for lunch.

The Les Contamines-Montjoie area

Les Contamines Montjoie is a traditional and very pretty Savoyard village which is a popular ski resort full of charm and friendliness. Located in a forest in the heart of the Mont Blanc mountain range and surrounded by some of the most sumptuous landscapes in the area.
It is a lively, bustling little village in the winter with plenty of shops, bars and restaurants and a very relaxed apres ski atmosphere. There are 2 supermarkets, butchers, 2 bakeries, ATM machine, post office and bank, all within a few steps of the apartment. For those preferring a more relaxed grocery shop; there is a weekly market on a tuesday in the village square, selling all the usual local specialities - including delicious local reblechon cheese.

The Ski-ing: The telecabines are easily accessible either on foot (within 15 minutes), via the local bus which stops just outside the apartment door, or via your car. As well as the downhill skiing and snowboarding there is a good cross-country ski area. During the winter months there is an ice rink in the centre of the village, as well as opportunities for sledging on the nursery slopes.


Les Contamines is a beautiful village with quiet slopes on the shoulder of Mont Blanc. Sandwiched between the famous resorts of Megeve and Chamonix, it is a pretty quintessentially French resort often overlooked - hence no overcrowded skiing. Its snowfall record is the envy of many big name resorts, and virtually all of the skiing is above 1900m. There is 125 km of snow-sure pistes as well as some excellent off piste skiing; time it right and you'll be getting fresh tracks all day.

There is skiing for all levels along with a snow park (championship level) and a half-pipe for snow boarders. There are also 2 nursery slopes in the village (one of which along with the half pipe are flood lit on certain nights of the week). The local ski pass is linked to the town of Hauteluce and there is also a 'Evasion Mont Blanc' pass which covers Les Contamines and another 420km of skiing in St. Gervais, Megeve and Combloux.

Further afield within a 30 minute drive are the resorts of Chamonix and Argentiere. If you hire a car - there is the opportunity for day trips to Les Gets (for the Portes du Soleil) and Samoens which links to Flaine. You can be in Courmayeur, Italy in about an hour, to see Mont Blanc from the Italian side, should you wish to ski two countries during your stay!



Summer activities: In summer the village attracts walkers, climbers, cyclists and those who enjoy the outdoor life. It comes alive throughout July and August, when the weather is at it's best. The telecabine opens for walkers and cyclists, opening up a huge area. It has hundreds of kilometers of marked paths in the valleys and foothills giving endless opportunities for exploring the high mountains For those who prefer to relax in the mountains, the views of the Mont Blanc Massif are imperious, particularly when you are enjoying them in relative solitude far from the madding crowds at one of the areas great mountain restaurants.

For mountain bikers, the resort offers an excellent range of bike facilities and trails which are suited to all level of riders. Bike hire is available in the village, with the ski lifts open to mountain bikers as well as walkers. Road Biking is one of the major French National Sports for a good reason. With the open space, the amazing scenery, the fantastic choice of mountain passes and the respect from car drivers, it makes cycling a real pleasure.

From our apartment you have a great choice of mountain pass routes varying in degree from a semi hard workout to something off the scale! There are a great choice of routes to suit all levels from complete beginners to the very advanced. You can follow scenic road routes; many used in the Tour de France, which often passes through the region.

On a more relaxing note, there is a large scenic swimming lake, and another Lac d'etape (at altitude), for a refreshing swim in alpine waters. Locally a golf driving range, 8 championship tennis courts, rock climbing school, mountaineering, parapenting, whitewater rafting and canyoning are available for those who like to keep busy.

A number of alpine towns and villages are an easy drive or bus ride away. Chamonix and Megeve offer a great day out. In addition Lake Annecy offers every sort of water based activity in one of Europe's most beautiful settings; often described the Venice of the region, it is beautiful on a sunny day and the local market is well worth a visit. Even Courmayeur in Italy is an easy day trip, through the Mont Blanc Tunnel.

Les Contamines is proud of its baroque churches and traditional architecture. A 30 minute stroll from the village will take you to Notre Dame de la Gorge, a baroque church rebuilt in 1699. Which sits at the end of the Montjoie Gorge. There is also an 18th Century Baroque church in the centre of the village, a few steps away from our apartment.


Eating Out: There is a good range of restaurants in Les Contamines, offering fine modern French cuisine, traditional Savoyard cooking and good pizza. However further choice is available in nearby St Gervais.


Nightlife: As this is a small friendly resort, beyond the immediate apres ski, nightlife is low key and centres around a number of atmospheric bars. There is a small cinema which shows English language films as well as French during high season.

How to get there

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AIR:
We are only 60 minutes from Geneva Airport/Cointrin which is the main most convenient access point. Alternatively 2 hours from Grenoble and Chambery Airports. Flights can be booked all year round and cheap fares can be found, particularly if booked well in advance:

www.airlingus.com
www.easyjet.com
www.britishairways.com
www.swissair.com
www.jet2.com
www.bmi.com
www.ryanair.com

CAR HIRE:
http://www.auto-europe.co.uk/
http://www.europcar.com

FERRY/ROAD:
Les Contamines is approx. 850 km from Calais
(8 -9 hour drive approx)
www.poferries.com / www.seafrance.com /
www.eurotunnel.com / www.brittanyferries.com
Les Contamines is easily accessed by road,
being just off the A40 motorway between Geneva and Chamonix.

LOCAL BUS:
http://www.lescontamines.com/uk/horaire.html#genevelefayet

TRANSFER FROM GENEVA AIRPORT VIA PRIVATE TAXI:
http://www.easyjet.com/EN/Planning/Travel/ats.html#geneva
http://www.geneva-airport-transfers.com/
http://www.alpescape.com/geneva-airport-transfers.shtml

Activities near Les Contamines-Montjoie

Guestbook for Apartment La Berangere

A really comfy, stylish apartment in a really good position, perfect for a couple - J.B. (UK) December 2006

Thank you we had a great weekend, the conditions were perfect and your apartment was absolutely lovely... E.G.W. (UK) January 2007

Thank you for the excellent stay in your apartment. It is a really nice place and being right in the centre of the village is an advantage. I would stay here again and recommend it to friends. Thanks again. T.V.d.V. (NL)February 2007

The apartment was really lovely and absolutely perfect for the two of us. It is beautifully finished and decorated and we really appreciated the little extra things such as UK TV channels. The location was perfect, thank you for all your help. We will certainly be back in touch if we are able to return to Les Contamines and will have no hesitation in recommending the apartment to others. EM (UK) March 2007.

The village had everything that one would need or want but yet small enough to enjoy some peace and quiet,we certainly took advantage of all the good hiking trails in the area. AM (Belgium) July 2007

We really enjoyed our week at Les Contamines. This apartment is perfect for couples who love their walking! With routes up both sides of the valley and round in to the next, there was plenty to keep us occupied. We particularly recommend the swimming lake which is a short walk along the Tour de Mont Blanc path. The apartment's mini kitchen came fully equipped and was perfect for self catering. We couldn't have asked for a better location - right in the centre, opposite the village square. K (UK) July 2007

The apartment was absolutely beautiful and was so comfortable and had everything we needed plus it was a major bonus having the terrace in the good weather. The area itself was everything we remembered it to be and we had some lovely days out both sight seeing and walking and climbing. We would have no hesitation in recommending both the apartment and the village to friends and may even return in the winter months for our skiing holiday! It was exactly what we had wanted from our honeymoon so thank you again for a wonderful time. R & M (UK) August 2008

Absolutely spotless and very comfortable studio apartment, couldn't have been happier with our accommodation for the week. Perfect location in the centre of the town, yet quiet and private enough when wanted. Didn't want to leave! KG (UK) December 2009

We enjoyed a lovely first ski trip to Les Contamines. The apartment was great. Small, but everything you could need including lots of high quality kitchen ware, good shower and, somewhat surprisingly, a truly comfortable sofa bed. It was very cosy and the underfloor heating was a real luxury. The location is perfect, right in the centre of town, (next to a wonderful bakery!) and close to restaurants, shops and the ski shuttle to the slopes (only 5 mins trip). Les Contamines is a small, fairly quiet place with a French village feel, not just a ski resort. It is perfect for couples who want good skiing, some restaurants and bars, but don't need a huge apres-piste scene. The scenery is fantastic and there is a variety of slopes for all abilities. PC (Essex) March 2009

This is a real gem in the French Alps! It's really refreshing to see self catering ski accommodation which is kept in such great condition. Luxuries such as the under floor heating, TV (Sky) and DVD player were a bonus!
Communication from Louise was excellent both before and after travel and she couldn't have been more helpful. The apartment itself is right in the centre of the village and within a few metres there is the bus stop (for the free shuttle and SAT buses), tourist office, bars, restaurant, bakery, butcher, supermarket........
Have already recommended to family and friends! Thanks! C&M (Manchester) March 2011

Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Summer	2 Jun 11	24 Sep 11	300£ 300	6060	7070	4 Nights
	24 Sep 11	10 Dec 11	250£ 250	0-	0-	1 Week
	10 Dec 11	17 Dec 11	270£ 270	0-	0-	1 Week
Christmas & New Year	17 Dec 11	7 Jan 12	380£ 380	0-	0-	1 Week
	7 Jan 12	4 Feb 12	300£ 300	7070	8080	4 Nights
	4 Feb 12	3 Mar 12	350£ 350	7070	8080	4 Nights
	3 Mar 12	31 Mar 12	300£ 300	7070	8080	4 Nights
Easter	31 Mar 12	15 Apr 12	350£ 350	0-	0-	1 Week
	15 Apr 12	3 Jun 12	260£ 260	0-	0-	1 Week
Summer	3 Jun 12	22 Sep 12	300£ 300	7070	8080	4 Nights
	22 Sep 12	15 Dec 12	280£ 280	7070	8080	4 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Arrival from 5pm, departure prior to 10am, unless otherwise agreed in advance.

Fresh bed linen at an additional cost of £30 per week; please enquire when booking. Cost also includes basic items e.g. Tea, coffee, sugar, toilet roll, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid, etc. so no need for unnecessary shopping.

The rental price assumes that the apartment will be left clean and tidy, as you would expect to find it, with no damage. If additional end of stay cleaning or repairs are required - additional charges will apply and be deducted from the security deposit.

We ask for a 50% deposit to secure the booking. The balance must be paid at least 8 weeks before the rental period. There is an additional payment of £150 cheque for security/cleaning deposit to cover any damage or breakages.

This is due at the time of final payment and will be returned to you within 10 days after your holiday; once the apartment is left clean, in the condition it was found, and the keys have been returned. Payment is by cheque or bank transfer.

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5 years listed You are contacting Louise Smith Landline +44 01253 890638 - after 6pm Mobile +44 07731 915649 Web Visit site Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This studio has so far received 0 reviews.