Leysin holiday ski apartment rental with walking, log fire, disabled access, balcony/terrace, internet access, rural retreat, DVD

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Swiss Comfort (apartment)

Home:16169
Sleeps up to:4   (1 bedroom)
Rates:£275 to £500
Will consider:Long term lets (over 1 month)
Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:Flexible
Access:Car advised
Wheelchair access
Notes:May take pets - please enquire
Suitable for children
No smoking at this property
Self-catering

Home description

Leysin is a Swiss Alpine ski resort located about 1200 meters. There are over 110 kilometres of pisted ski areas at over 1800 meters in the winter. Leysin is a great place for a winter break from the busy holiday season. Winter is the Season of choice although Spring and Summer also have their charms.

Local dining is superb whether it is a choice of fondue, raclette, rosti or some other delightful Swiss delicacy. Dining is possible on the ski slopes during the day or enjoy a relaxing evening in a local restaurant after a busy day of skiing. Eat, drink and be merry in Leysin this winter!

View of the majestic Dents du Midi
View of the majestic Dents du Midi
Comfort and luxury..
Comfort and luxury..
Full Kitchen
Full Kitchen
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
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The Swiss Alps / Vaud/Lake Geneva/Swiss Alps region

Leysin was built in a slight indentation at 1260 m in the alps hidden from roaming bands of Germanic tribes after the decline of Rome. In addition to its unique location, Leysin is one of the sunniest villages in Switzerland. Its location in the middle of the wine producing centres of the Canton of Vaud adds to its old world charm. Local delicacies include; dried meats, cheeses, breads, and numerous pasteries.

Arrival to Leysin is an adventure whether by car or by the cog train from Aigle.

The view from the Berneuse (2220m) is amazing no matter the season.

Swiss fauna and flora abound in spring and summer. The constant contact with nature and its ever-changing view is breathtaking.

There are over 100 kilometres of ski pistes.

Spring and summer breezes offers a truly relaxing and refreshing Alpine setting for the casual hiker or the serious climber.

Year round events are available.


Leysin area

Leysin is a former late 19th century to mid 20th century tuberculosis centre of Europe and the world. Since the introduction of antibiotics it has become known as a family ski resort and the birthplace of snowboarding.

There are about 4000 residents and of those 2300 are international students or teachers from one of the two international schools, (LAS or Kumon Leysin Academy of Switzerland) the Swiss Hotel Management School or the American College.

A local restaurant called the Fromagerie has almost nightly cheese-making. In the Fromagerie there is a museum of Swiss antiques. Leysin has many typicall Swiss chalets.

Pubs: The Lynx, Yeti, Saloon, The Top Pub, etc.

Spas: Within 30 minutes.

Restaurants: La Lorraine, Han Lung, The Fromagerie, Calabre, The Tepees (winter only) etc.

Festivals: Typical Swiss Market June, The Night of the Fairies; late August, Halloween Celebration, etc.

Summer Activities: Mountain Biking, Rock climbing, Hiking, Mini Golf, Mountain/forest walking, Pony trekking, Fishing, Swimming, Para-gliding, Painting, Water-sports nearby, etc.

Sports Facilities: Indoor and Outdoor Tennis, Swimming Pool, Squash Courts, etc.

Winter Sports and Activities: Curling, Ice Hockey, Ice Skating, Cross Country Skiing, Downhill Skiing, Snowboarding, Snow Mobile Rental, Tobogganing Park (largest in Europe), Ice skating rink, etc.

Skiing Facilities: Family ski resort includes blue, red and black pistes, children ski parks, telecabin, chair lifts.


How to get there

- Fly to Geneva Airport-- Swiss-Comfort is about 90 minutes by train or car

- Budget flights available from <www.easyjet.co.uk> to Geneva from the UK

-Leysin is easily accessible from many European locations

- Car hire available at the airport

- Local trains are easily connected to from within the Geneva Airport

- Travel by train to Leysin-Village Station - easy train (Cog Train) connection at Aigle


Activities near Leysin

Sports:
Ski resort location
Tennis in town
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive

Great for:
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
A winter sun break
Good nightlife
Cycling holidays


Facilities

Luxuries:Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
General:Central heating, CD player
Standard:Iron
Utilities:Clothes dryer, Dish washer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:Bedrooms (1), Bathrooms (1), Shower rooms (1)
Furniture:Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:Balcony / Terrace, BBQ
Access:Wheelchair access, Parking space

Further details indoors:
The Village is the quietest area of Leysin but it is within 5 minutes walking distance of several great restaurants, the COOP, the BCV Bank, and other shops and facilities. Enjoy the ambiance of a warm fire place and a romantic evening at home in the quietness and comfort of this beautiful setting.

Located in a quiet residential area but only about .5 kms from the Leysin village the main shopping area of Leysin. During the summer and winter there is a local shuttle bus located about 300 metres from the rental unit.

Further details outdoors:
Parking is located just in front of the Les Lemuriens apartment building. Ski equipment is stored in the ski room on the same floor as Swiss-Comfort Bed and Breakfast for added convenience. The clothes washer and dryer are coin operated and are shared by all residents.


Further details

This is our labor of love. Nazuna, Jay, Marina, Aria welcome you to our little piece of Switzerland. Nazuna is a very talented cook and will prepare a Japanese or Chinese meal upon request for you to enjoy according to your budget. Nazuna also prepares breakfast upon request and breakfast includes her homemade jams to accentuate her homemade breads or local croissants. Gourmet coffees and a selection of teas give added pleasure to your breakfast experience!


Conditions

Small dogs are allowed.

Smoking permitted on the balcony.

Refundable security deposit required.

25% deposit is required on booking with the remainder payable within 8 weeks of arrival.

If booked within the 8 weeks of arrival full payment is required.

5% discount on 10 day stays.

10% discount on 14 day stays.

Monthly rental prices are available upon request.

Special Note: The Swiss-Comfort.ch website information is outdated and the 2005 prices and rental periods have been updated on this site.


Rental rates

Rental prices originally quoted in: British £Convert to:
PeriodFrom
To
Weekly
Nightly rate Minimum 
stay
WeekdayWeekend
Fall 1 Sep 0815 Dec 08£ 27555653 Nights
Winter Peak 15 Dec 0830 Dec 08£ 40085983 Nights
Winter Peak I 30 Dec 085 Jan 09£ 500--1 Week
Winter Peak II 5 Jan 0930 Mar 09£ 450--1 Week
Spring 30 Mar 091 Jun 09£ 40070803 Nights
Summer 1 Jun 0931 Aug 09£ 400--1 Week
Fall 31 Aug 0914 Dec 09£ 32560703 Nights

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

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

A reservation deposit of 25 % is required.

Internet access is available.

A generous supply of logs for the fire place is included.

Payments can be made by VISA, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, and by money wire transfers.

Discounts for longer rentals are available upon request.

Payment terms - UK Sterling, Euro, US Dollar, or Swiss Franc direct bank transfer. Rentals include linens and towels (changed weekly or upon request).

A Swiss Tourist tax (3.10 chfs per day for adults, 2.00 chfs per day for ages 7-16, over 60 and under 7 years free of charge) must be paid at the Leysin Tourist office and provides visitors access to generous discounts on several sporting facilities in Leysin for ski passes and ski lifts.

Cancellations Fees:

29 – 56 days before arrival date – 50% of rental refunded

15 - 28 days before arrival date – 25%

0 - 14 days before arrival date – 10 %

Swiss-Comfort is not responsible for accident or injury during the rental. International accident, health insurance as well as travel cancellation insurance is strongly encouraged.

A cleaning charge of 20 British Sterling and damages to the unit will be deducted from the security deposit. No other charges apply.


Guestbook

"Just a quick email to say "Thank you" for letting us stay in your wonderful apartment last week. We enjoyed our visit tremendously and were very impressed with the accommodation you offered. The apartment was very clean, spacious and well-furnished. We particularly appreciated the additional items provided (salt, cooking oil, soap etc) which one normally has to buy when renting an apartment and also the help you gave us during our stay. " September 2007 -- G. & J. (UK)


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Name:Jay Comfort
Tel:+41 24 494-3561
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