La Foret
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About the home
4 Valleys/Verbier area with 412km of pistes. Delightful, ideally located third floor apartment with open log fire and spectacular views of the mountains and Rhone Valley. Balconies to the front and rear.
Wonderful location for skiing, mountain biking and walking.
Only 500m, or 5 minutes walk, from the ski lift, ski hire shops, supermarket, restaurants, bars and bakery.
Comfortably sleeps 6/8.
Wifi internet access, Freesat TV and radio, flat screen TV, DVD player and film library, iPod dock, console with games for Sony PS2, books and board games for all ages.
No charge for wifi internet access or underground garage parking at the apartment.
Discounted ski hire, ski school lessons, mountain bike hire and equipment has been arranged for my guests. See www.onthemountain.ch for details. British ski instructors teach here.
As my guests you will have free entrance to the ice skating rink and sports centre in winter, and the open air swimming pool and sports centre in summer.
Ski creche for 18-month to five-year-olds.
Nendaz is a warm, friendly village and the perfect place for families.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 2 bedrooms |
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| Will consider: | Corporate lets House swaps Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 500m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8 |
| Other: | Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, BBQ |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
Situated on the third floor, the apartment is 73 sqm in size.
Wifi internet, Freesat TV and radio, flat screen TV, DVD player and films, iPod dock, console with games for Sony PS2, books and board games for all ages
Slow cooker for a welcoming meal after a day on the slopes.
The main bedroom has a kingsize bed and doors leading to the rear balcony. It is carpeted and has fitted wardrobes.
The second bedroom sleeps two with bunk beds and also has doors leading to the rear balcony. It is carpeted and has fitted wardrobes.
There are two fold-down bunk beds on the mezzanine floor.
Double sofa bed in the lounge.
Ample storage cupboards.
The bathroom has a bath with shower, basin and WC.
Additional WC with basin.
Heated ski room wth lockers.
Further details outdoors:
Underground garage and outdoor parking.
Further details
Payments may be made in GBP, Swiss francs, euros, cheque or bank transfer.
Conditions
A 25% deposit secures the booking. The balance is due by or before eight weeks of arrival.
Refundable damage deposit of £150 required with the balance.
Preferred changeover day is Saturday but this may be flexible - please enquire.
Arrival after 4.00pm. Departure by 10.00am to allow for changeover .
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The Swiss Alps / Valais/Swiss Alps region
Nendaz is part of the 4 Valleys region which includes Verbier, Thyon and Veysonnaz and boasts over 400km of piste and 92 lifts which cater for all abilities whether skiing or snowboarding.
The highest point is Mont Fort at 3330m with unforgettable views of the Matterhorn, Grand Combin and Mont Blanc.
See http://ski.intermaps.ch/printze/index.swf?lang=en for the interactive piste map.
The more gentle sports of cross country skiing, tobogganing and ice skating are also available.
It is a true four-season resort with superb skiing, mountain walks and mountain biking. 10 new circuits for all levels will satisfy amateur and advanced mountain bikers. Perfect location from which to cycle the Tour de Mont Fort.
Frequent bus service to the medieval city of Sion where there are natural thermal baths and spa open all year round. Great Market on Friday mornings.
For golfers there is a course at Sion within a 30-minute drive. Further afield there are several championship courses at Crans Montana.
NENDAZ HAS IT ALL.
The Nendaz area
Nendaz is one of the best kept secrets in the Alps. It lies at the centre of the Verbier-Mont Fort 4 Valleys ski area and is one of only seven ski areas worldwide to hold five stars of excellence.
In the sunniest region of Switzerland, which boasts more than 300 days of sunshine, you will discover breathtaking scenery stretching out over the valley and the 4000m high mountains that dominate it.
Free ski bus service around town and to Siviez lifts.
The tourist office website www.nendaz.ch has plenty of useful information as well as a diary of daily events and activities.
As my guests you have free access to use the local sports and recreational facilities. These include tennis, squash, archery, volleyball, petanque, basketball, football, tennis, in winter the ice skating rink and in summer the open air swimming pool.
If you are considering attending a Warren Smith Ski Academy course in Verbier then it is possible to ski over to the meeting place from Nendaz in good time.
Services
Nendaz offers all the services of a big resort: nursery, ski schools, restaurants, bars, discos, sports shops and a good variety of shops specialising in local products.
Après-ski - night life
A dozen bars and discos welcome you with varied entertainment (piano bar, après-ski bar, live music . . .). A wide choice of about 30 restaurants offer diverse cuisine from Italian, French, Mexican, Thai and of course local dishes to a full gourmet meal. Everyone can always find what they are looking for from five in the evening to five in the morning.
Entertainment for both children and adults
A Mountain Zone in order to discover the natural wealth of the region: the Bisses (waterways), rivers, alpine pastures, forests and glaciers will offer you unforgettable images.
A Fun Zone to let off steam: ski, snowboard, snowshoe excursions, walks, swimming or climbing will satisfy all your sporting needs.
A Country Zone to capture the spirit of a country and its customs: tales and legends in the narrow streets of the old village, the making of alpine dairy cheese and a trip to an ancient mill will offer a surprising return to traditional roots.
In winter, the downhill country
The 4 Valleys domain with its 92 ski lifts and 412km of pistes presents a unique and varied sports ground. The northern exposure, the high altitude and the Mont-Fort glacier (at 3300m) guarantee snow from December to April.
For children, Nendaz rolls out the white carpet. Tracouet is the ideal site to have your first experiences of snow. A snow garden, three ski schools, a nursery and numerous activities for many moments of pleasure.
In summer, the Bisses (waterways) country
The paths that run alongside these irrigation canals have the advantage of being on a slight incline, passing through very varied locations and always providing surprising views of the valleys, villages and mountains.
Nendaz offers 98km of walks along eight Bisses.
250km of walks to reach the summits. Discover the natural richness of the region at your own pace. Guides will propose you to experience an unforgettable moment in the mountains with an overnight stay in a cabin.
How to get there
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| Airport: | Easy journey from Geneva: 160 km/Sion: 15 km |
| Railway: | Sion: 15 km |
By air:
Nearest major airport is Geneva. BA, Easyjet, Swiss all fly there.
Sion, only 15km away, also has its own airport.
Snowjet.co.uk operate a service from mid-December to mid-April from Stansted to Sion on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays which means you could be in the apartment in less than half an hour after leaving the airport! How good is that.
By car:
Car hire from is available at Geneva airport from Avis, Hertz, Europcar and many others. Nendaz is 160kms away - a journey time of less than two hours. It only takes about 20 minutes to arrive at the apartment after leaving the motorway and going up the mountain road.
By train:
Direct from Geneva airport to Sion. The station is in the airport. Journey time one hour 40 minutes to two hours depending on the train.
By bus from Sion station:
There is a frequent bus service to Nendaz which takes 30 minutes. The bus stop is outside the railway station.
By taxi from Sion station and airport:
Taxis are outside the station. Journey time less than 30 minutes to the apartment. The fare is more or less CHF90 depending on luggage. The same applies from the airport.
Contact the Swiss Travel Service on 020 7420 4900/www.stc.co.uk for train and bus timetables. You can also buy a ticket for the whole journey from the airport to Nendaz from them.
Activities near Nendaz
Ski resort location
Tennis in town
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Good nightlife
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 04 Jan 2012 |
Had a great stay.Really enjoyed the accomodation and the beautiful views that the apartment has.Close to the telecabine .Rent one of the lockers at the telecabine station to leave your ski's and it will make life a lot easier. |
09 Sep 2011 |
The only real negative was figuring out the working hours of shops in town (Nendaz). Maybe it was the off-season or something, but the stores seemed to be closed most of the time and the town was fairly deserted. The tourist office was great at helping us find things to do and even offering free tickets if they had them for some attractions. Coop was the best grocery store we found but the Aldi store in Sion was MUCH less expensive and food selections admirable. We highly recommend the hikes along the bisses (water channels) and the Music and Light show in Sion at Valere Castle (Chateau de Valere) which runs Wed. - Sat. at 9pm (check with the Tourist office for schedules). A winter visit is definitely in our plans one day as the ski-lifts are close and public transportation is good. |
24 Aug 2011 |
We had a great time in Switzerland at La Foret in Nandez and really enjoyed staying in the apartment. It has a lovely homely feel with lots of personal touches which make it a very relaxing and comfortable place to stay. The apartment was immaculate when we arrived and very well equipped. The views are completely spectacular - sitting on the balcony with a big mug of tea watching the sun rise along the valley each morning was one of life's great luxuries. . Many thanks for letting us use your holiday home |
Guestbook for La Foret
This is just a selection of many wonderful comments from guests:
We would like to say what a wonderful time my family had in La Foret. Very well located and the facilities were excellent. Would recommend it to other famillies as it is very much a home and not just another apartment! Sandra and family.
We had an absolutely wonderful time. Such a lovely apartment and terrific view. We would definitely like to come again. Helen and family.
We had a wonderful time, the scenery was simply outstanding and we were truly overwhelmed when we looked out from the balcony. The apartment is perfect and it was great to come back to the warmth after we'd played around in the snow all day. We had a smashing time and will definitely visit again soon to check out some summer alpine walking. Thanks again for helping to make our experience of the Alps a great one. Andrea, Bryn and Livvi.
Just returned to rainy London (boo) and we wanted to tell you how much we liked your flat, and the way you manage it. We have stayed in several flats in different cities and yours was one of the nicest. We really felt at home, everything was just as described, and your communication was great. If there is any way for us to leave feedback for you, please let us know and we will happily do so. PS Switzerland is really amazing...we'll be back. Ed, Laura and family.
Now back home after a fantastic almost 4 weeks travelling around europe. I have to say our stay in Nendaz and your apartment was our highlight. Nendaz itself is beautiful, we enjoyed so many great walks with many others left to enjoy for another time. The apartment was great. We look forward to visiting again. Dawn and Richard.
Wow – the view is stunning! It’s above 30 deg, not a cloud in the sky and we’ve spent the day at the pool. The apartment is wonderful – just what we were hoping for. Pam and family.
Thanks for a comfortable, cosy apartment with wonderful views, great walking area. Really we did not do even half of what we would have liked to do. It was so great we really did not want to come home, and contemplated asking for more time off work. Never mind we are home now. Karen & Adrian.
We had a fantastic fortnight in Nendaz and all thoroughly enjoyed the apartment. The apartment was great for us all and the children particularly enjoyed the bunks on the mezzanine! Hope to visit Switzerland again in the future and may be brave enough to bring all 4 children skiing one day, will give you a call. Giles and family.
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
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| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 7 Jan 12 | 4 Feb 12 | £ 690 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 4 Feb 12 | 11 Feb 12 | £ 690 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 11 Feb 12 | 18 Feb 12 | £ 790 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 18 Feb 12 | 25 Feb 12 | £ 690 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 25 Feb 12 | 10 Mar 12 | £ 590 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 10 Mar 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 690 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 790 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 14 Apr 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 490 | 110 | 110 | 3 Nights | |
| 30 Jun 12 | 25 Aug 12 | £ 590 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 25 Aug 12 | 24 Nov 12 | £ 490 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 24 Nov 12 | 8 Dec 12 | £ 590 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 8 Dec 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 690 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 22 Dec 12 | 29 Dec 12 | £ 890 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 29 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 890 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 5 Jan 13 | 2 Feb 13 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 2 Feb 13 | 9 Feb 13 | £ 790 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 9 Feb 13 | 16 Feb 13 | £ 890 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 16 Feb 13 | 9 Mar 13 | £ 790 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 9 Mar 13 | 23 Mar 13 | £ 750 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 23 Mar 13 | 6 Apr 13 | £ 790 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 6 Apr 13 | 20 Apr 13 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 20 Apr 13 | 29 Jun 13 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 29 Jun 13 | 24 Aug 13 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 24 Aug 13 | 30 Nov 13 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week | |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Rental rates are for the apartment not per person.
If you require towels and bed linen to be provided the rate is £14 per person.
The rates are inclusive of cleaning, heating, electricity and local tourist tax.
Complimentary tea, coffee and milk on your arrival; kitchen towels, dishwasher tablets, cleaning materials, dustbin bags, toilet tissue and liquid hand soap also supplied.
A 25% deposit secures the booking. The balance is due by or before six weeks of arrival.
Payments may be made in GBP, Swiss francs, euros, cheque or bank transfer.
Card payments accepted - 2% bank surcharge for credit cards, 0% debit cards.
Refundable damage deposit of £150 required with the balance.
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting Steven Brown
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Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This apartment has received 6 reviews from previous guests.  |
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