No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
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Le Refuge is located in the unspoilt alpine resort of Ste Foy Tarentaise, often referred to as the French Alps' best kept secret - the place ski instructors go on their day off. It offers relaxing, uncrowded slopes for all levels and has a reputation for excellent off-piste skiing. Ste Foy is perfectly placed for easy access to Val d'Isere, Tignes, Les Arcs and La Rosiere. Holders of a Ste Foy lift pass enjoy a discount on lift passes at these resorts.
The apartment is within easy walking distance of restaurants, bars, shops swimming pool, ski school and ski hire facilities.
Leading from the open plan kitchen/living area are two spacious balconies. The east facing balcony overlooks the children's ski school and sledging area whilst the opposite balcony faces the impressive Mt Pourri. Five reclining chairs are provided to enable you to relax on either balcony.
With 5 double bedrooms and a 55 mt2 living area coupled with a well equipped kitchen the apartment can easily cater for large parties.
Front view of Le Refuge
Le Refuge from the top of the nursery slope
Sitting room
Dining for ten
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The Rhone / French Alps / Savoie region
Ste Foy is located on the periphery of the Vanoise National Park, created in 1963 with an area of about 600 square km.
The ski station is at the heart of one of Europe's most sought after winter sports regions. Besides the outstanding skiing in Ste Foy itself the village is less than 30 minutes drive from some of the world's most famous resorts including Les Arcs, Tignes and Val D'Isere.
The Vanoise Park has 450 km of footpaths and an abundance of mountain biking trails. A chain of refuges gives access to the whole of the region.
In summer the show of flowers in the Alps is legendary and enhances any mountain activity undertaken between the beginning of July and early September. Generally the weather in June is very pleasant, July and August are sunny and hot with short periods of rain, while September and October are cooler but often fine.
Ste Foy Tarentaise / Chalet Mountain Ski Resort area
Ste Foy ski station is set above the old village which you drive through on the road from Bourg-St-Maurice to Tignes and Val d'Isere. The reward in skiing at Ste Foy comes in the form of shorter lift queues and longer lasting powder.
The mountain chalets are built from local stone, timber and slate and much of the development has taken an environment friendly slant including the use of bio-degradable fuel to power the piste groomers.
Ste Foy is best for families looking for luxurious lodgings and easy access to great ski terrain in a quiet rural environment and for powder enthusiasts with an aversion to mega resorts.
The resort's NW facing slopes and sheltered location ensure more staying power for the powder. On stormy days when the lifts at many big resorts are closed the tree runs at Ste Foy deliver the goods. The lower slopes are great for beginners while the more adventurous head to the top to reach a powder keg of back country. One of the best off-piste routes is to the remote mountain village of Le Monal (uninhabited in winter). Hire a guide and drop off the back bowl from the top lift ; hike a bit and you'll soon be surrounded by pristine meadows covered in deep snow.
How to get there
Ste Foy is only 1.5 hours drive from Chambery and Grenoble airports; 2.5 hours from Geneva and Lyon. (A range of car hire companies operate at each of these airports). If you travel by train from the UK both Eurostar and "The Snowtrain" stop at Bourg-St-Maurice which is just 20 mins by car/taxi from Ste Foy. If you prefer to drive it is approximately 900km (9 hours) from Calais.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Chambery, Grenoble, Geneva, Lyon
Railway:
Bourg St Maurice
Activities near Ste Foy Tarentaise
Sports: Ski resort location Watersports Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Sauna, Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Staffed Property
General:
Central heating, TV, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Bedrooms (5), Bathrooms (2), En suite (2), Shower rooms (1), WCs (4)
Furniture:
Single beds (6), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 10
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: The 165 mt2 penthouse apartment is spread over two floors.
Ground floor: - Spacious living room with cosy open fire, comfortable sofas and a large flat screen TV with DVD/CD player - Fully equipped kitchen with utility room housing washing machine, tumble dryer and second fridge freezer - 1 bedroom with a double bed, en suite bathroom with bath, shower over bath, sink and wc - 1 bedroom with a double bed and adjacent shower room with sink and wc - Sauna - Separate wc
First floor: - 1 bedroom with twin beds, en suite shower and hand basin - 1 bedroom with twin beds - 1 bedroom with two single beds - 1 bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, hand basin and wc - Separate wc
Further details outdoors: - Two designated, underground parking spaces - Heated ramp ensures access to parking year round - Secure ski locker with heated boot rack
Further details
- English speaking staff on hand - Indoor swimming pool open during ski season - Snow shoes and snow bikes available for hire - Guided snow shoe walks available through ski school office - Summer activities include skiing at Tignes, mountain biking, golf, walking, climbing, rafting and parapenting - Tourist information office in resort
Conditions
- No pets - Strictly no smoking
Rental rates
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6 Feb 10
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3150£2,838
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13 Feb 10
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4850£4,369
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27 Feb 10
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4550£4,099
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6 Mar 10
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3750£3,378
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20 Mar 10
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3250£2,928
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3450£3,108
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
For rates outside the winter period please contact Laura using the email address or telephone number attached.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 79690
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Laura Francken
Fax:
+33 479 066848
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