No pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
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Meribel ski apartment to rent - beautiful apartment for winter skiing or summer activity holidays in an authentic alpine village. Well situated for access to gondola lift to pistes in winter. In summer, beautiful alpine walks start right from the chalet door, leading to impressive views of the alps including the Mont Blanc and Beaufortain mountain ranges. Mountain bike trails pass through the village - an ideal base for a mountain biking holiday. Meribel offers a host of outdoor activities in summer, surrounded by stunning alpine scenery.
The apartment balcony enjoys views of the surrounding mountains including the Bellecote glacier in the distance - the perfect place for breakfast or lunch in the sun, or for relaxing at with a drink at the end of the day.. The apartment is in a small chalet of privately owned apartments (just 8 other apartments) and is on two floors - ideal for couples, groups of friends, families. Please click on the ''visit the owner's website' ' -link at the bottom of this advert to for more photos, floor plan and details of booking.
Front of chalet
Quiet pistes in Meribel
Open-plan living / dining room more photos on our website
Bedroom 1 - spacious double bedroom
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/3319
The Rhone / French Alps / Savoie region
The apartment is situated in tthe village of Les Allues in the Savoie region of the French Alps, just 6 km from the resort of Meribel. In winter Meribel and the surrounding villages are a ski and snowboarding paradise, being in the central valley of The Three Valleys ski area, perfectly placed for excursions on skis to the resorts of Courchevel, La Tania, Val Thorens (glacier skiing), Les Menuires, St Martin de Belleville. in the neighbouring valleys. The area is easily reached from several local airports (Chambery 60 mins, Lyon 1 hr 50 mins, Geneva 2 hrs 10 min) and by car (driving time from Calais 9 hrs) and train. Eurostar trains take you to Moutiers, just 15 mins from Les Allues.
Summer
A huge range of outdoor sports is available in Meribel, with some of the most beautiful walks in the area starting right at the chalet door. For the adventurous, activities include rock climbing, parapente, abseiling, river rafting, canyoning, via ferrata, canoeing, sailing on nearby lakes, flying lessons etc. There is also an 18 hole golf course, fishing, adventure park etc.
Many activities are available for children as well as adults, with instruction from qualified guides. Guided walks in the Tueda Nature Reserve and the Vanoise National Park are an excellent way of discovering more about the wildlife and the way of life of this beautiful alpine region.
The gondola lifts have a summer timetable in July and August, making it possible to access the Dent de Burgin and Saulire peaks, as well as Tougnette on the opposite side of the valley., from where there are stunning views of the Beaufort mountain range and Mont Blanc. Chamonix, Annecy and it's beautiful lake and the Gorges du Fier are just some ot the many places of interest within easy reach.
Mountain bikers will find trails of varying difficulty, including a trail through Les Allues village,and bikes can be carried on the gondola lifts. Bike storage is available in the chalet basement.
Sightseeing: Chamonix, Annecy and it's beautiful lake and the Gorges du Fier are just some ot the many places of interest within easy reach. Returning to Les Allues at the end of the day you can relax on the sunny terrace of a local cafe with a drink, surrounded by beautiful alpine scenery.
Families are well catered for with children's' activity clubs in Meribel just 6 kms away and instruction available for most mountain activities, including mountain biking. The adventure park in Meribel (ropes, tree-slides etc and instructors to guide you) is just one of the attractions popluar with families- others include grass skiing, summer luge, horseriding, tennis, archery, mini golf, skate park etc.
The Three Valleys / Meribel area
Winter: The gondola lift from Les Alliues takes you straight to Chaudanne (1450 m) in Meribel Situated in the central valley of the Three Valleys ski area, with its 600 kms of pisted skiing and runs for beginners to expert, Meribel is perfectly placed for excursions on skis to the other resorts of the Trois Vallees, such as Courchevel, La Tania, Val Thorens (glacier skiing), Les Menuires, St Martin de Belleville.
The skiing is high (up to 3,200m) and snowsure and Meribel's extensive snowmaking is the envy of other resorts, enabling skiing to begin in mid-December and continue to the end of April. Ski schools meet at La Chaudanne, close to the arrival point of the Olympe gondola lift. For beginners there is a dedicated beginners area. Snowboarders love the snowboard parks and half-pipes.
Families: a choice of English speaking ski schools offering ski and snowboard instruction. A family lift pass scheme offers discounts. There is a creche for babies and younger children in Les Allues, situated just one minute's walk from the chalet, which also offers a nanny service and more childcare / ski kindergarten options in Meribel.
Apres-ski: lively village bar in Les Allues, a good place to meet after skiing, with delicious home-made pizzas, pool table, Sky TV and live entertainment most weeks later on in the evening. There is an upstairs restaurant. The village offers 4 other restaurants. The ski shuttle bus runs until late each night for apres-ski in Merbiel, which has an ice rink, ten pin bowling, cinema etc. Swimming pool with flumes and jacuzzi, fitness centre and spa.
How to get there
Driving time from Calais 9.5 hours, on fast motorway route. Airport transfer times: Geneva 2 hrs 15 mins, Lyons 1 hr 50., Chambery 1 hour. These airports are served by a variety of airlines from the UK and Europe. Airport transfers availble to resort by minibus, taxi or scheduled bus service with various companies, links on our own website. Arrival by Eurostar train at Moutiers - transfer time is 15 mins, by taxi or minbus. If arriving early in the morning or leaving late a luggage storage room is available at the chalet so that you can make the most of your skiing time.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Chambery: 70 km
Railway:
Moutiers: 15 km
Ferry:
Calais: 700 km
Activities near The Three Valleys
Sports: Ski resort location Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Wi-fi available
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (3), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Flexible sleeping accommodation, ideal for couples, families or a small group of friends. Upstairs there is a bedroom with a double bed, a 2nd bedroom - twin singles which can be joined to make a very large double, and a separate private sleeping area with a full size single bed. Three couples can be accommodated as downstairs there is very comfortable double sofa bed. (downstairs wc as well as upstairs wc)
Bathroom: fully tiled bath, full height shower over the bath, built-in washbasin; large heated towel rail. Separate upstairs wc . Second wc downstairs.
Families are welcome and Meribel is the ideal summer resort for family activity holidays. Couples are welcome - the apartment is very cosy just for two. Chalet Apartment Les Marmottes is our own holiday home it is maintained to a high standard and you will find everything you need for a convenient self-catered holiday.
On arrival guests will find beds made up, towels and bathrobes laid out, heating and hot water on - just settle in and relax. Cots and high chairs can be hired locally and in winter there is a creche just one minute's walk from the chalet (available in summer according to demand).
Open-Plan Living / Dinng Room / Kitchen: large pine table comfortably seating six, pine dresser. Doors to balcony. Open-tread wooden stairs lead to the bedrooms (care needed with young children).
The L- shaped kitchen has ttiled worktiops, oven with grill, 4 ring ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine / tumble drier, with freezer compartment. With ample tableware and coiokware for six people, an electric kettle, coffee maker, fondue set,. Electric fans in the bedrooms in summer.
Living Area: 39 cm flatscreen TV, DVD player and discs, XBox console and games, Sony music system with CDs and MP3 output socket - bring your own MP3 player.. Electric heating throughout and electric woodburner-style stove in the living room.
In summer balcony table, chairs and sun umbrella are provided and this is a great place for breakfast or lunch in the sun, or relaxing at the end of the day with a drink watching the sun set on the glacier - many guests say this is one of the highlights of the holiday.
Further details outdoors: The private car park is right next to the chalet and is available for guest's use - there are also some private parking spaces right at the chalet door. Bike storage is available in the chalet basement, and there is a luggage storage room for those arriving early in the day. Bike storage for summer on request.
Due to the access stairs (the apartment is on the first floor) and the apartment staircase to bedrooms and bathrooms it is not suitable for those with mobility problems. Families are welcome, but care is needed with babies and toddlers as the staircase is open-tread and no stairgate is provided.
Nearest shop: village supermarket 5 mins walk. Nearest restaurant / bar:: 3 minutes walk. Ski Hire: 5 mins walk (also mountain bike hire). Resort Shuttle Bus: 5 mins walk. Ski Lift:: 10 minutes walk. (car park at the lift station). Creche / Childcare: 1 minute walk (also provides summer activities for children)
Balcony furniture is provided in summer - table, chairs, sun umbrella.Ttwo folding picnic chairs and a backpack for guest's use. The chalet is surrounded by beautiful scenery and has views of the mountains, pastures and forests. There is a shared garden area at the rear of the chalet - ideal for sunbathing; please note this garden area is not fenced so care needed with children..
Further details
All services such as electricity and hot water, bedlinen and towels, end of stay cleaning are included in the rental price, and the apartment is fully cleaned to come into. Also included in the price: pre-arrival bedmaking, use of phone for local calls, ski locker in basement (or bike storage) parking in private chalet car park, tourist taxes and some little luxuries such as towelling bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Booking deposit of £180 (non-refundable) due on booking with the balance of rental being paid 10 weeks prior to arrival. A refundable security deposit of £200 is payable with the balance of rental, held against damages and refunded on your return home, normally within 7 days of the holiday.
For full booking details see our website link (see bottom of this page, ''contact details for home 3319'')
Conditions
The apartment is not suitable for those with impaired mobility due to the stairs up to the apartment from the chalet's entrance hallway and the internal apartment staircase (open-tread) which leads up to the bedrooms and bathroom.
Care is needed with babies and toddlers as the apartment has an open-tread staircase, balcony and open plan kitchen and living room with no door between.
The apartment is non-smoking. No pets are alllowed.
You will need to arrange holiday insurance before departure and must be at least 21 years of age to make a booking.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Prices for group size 6
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30 May 09
3 Jul 09
350£350
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5 Sep 09
31 Oct 09
350£350
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6 Jun 09
4 Jul 09
350£350
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4 Jul 09
1 Aug 09
500£500
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1 Aug 09
8 Aug 09
525£525
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8 Aug 09
29 Aug 09
525£525
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29 Aug 09
5 Sep 09
450£450
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5 Sep 09
30 Sep 09
400£400
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Winter
19 Dec 09
26 Dec 09
1300£1,300
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26 Dec 09
2 Jan 10
1500£1,500
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2 Jan 10
9 Jan 10
850£850
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9 Jan 10
16 Jan 10
850£850
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16 Jan 10
23 Jan 10
850£850
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23 Jan 10
30 Jan 10
850£850
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30 Jan 10
6 Feb 10
950£950
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6 Feb 10
13 Feb 10
1000£1,000
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13 Feb 10
20 Feb 10
1500£1,500
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20 Feb 10
27 Feb 10
1500£1,500
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27 Feb 10
6 Mar 10
1100£1,100
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6 Mar 10
13 Mar 10
1150£1,150
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13 Mar 10
20 Mar 10
1150£1,150
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20 Mar 10
27 Mar 10
1100£1,100
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27 Mar 10
3 Apr 10
1100£1,100
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3 Apr 10
10 Apr 10
1250£1,250
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10 Apr 10
17 Apr 10
950£950
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17 Apr 10
24 Apr 10
750£750
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
NEW YEAR WEEK AVAILABLE: Choice of dates, either Sat 26 Dec to Sat 2 Jan, OR Sun 27 Dec to Sun 3 Jan. Price £1500 per week. Please see our own website for more details or send an enquiry via this website.
A booking deposit of £180 secures your booking with the balance of rental to be paid 10 weeks before the holiday. For bookings within 10 weeks of the holiday arrival date the full amount is paid on booking. A security deposit of £200 is also required. You must be at least 21 years of age to make a booking. Sorry but we can't accept bookings of longer than 2 weeks. All payments must be in UK pounds.
SPECIAL OFFERS January 2010 - short break available between 3rd and 9th January.
Summer Weeks: If the apartment is occupied by one couple only there is a 10% discount.
For early arrivals there is a luggage storage room you can use (free of charge) until you are able to enter the apartment. Mountain biking in Meribel - bike storage available in the chalet basement.
For more photos,floorplan, resort information and details of special offers, please see our own website (link at the bottom of this page.)
Guestbook for Chalet Apartment Les Marmottes
''We all loved the apartment it had everything we could want and we will look to book again next year. I love Les Allues, such a nice village. i have stayed many times but enjoyed your apartment the best .'' Lynn, winter 09
’We had a truly wonderful holiday. The chalet lived up to our expectations and more.. . Thanks so much for letting us stay in your gorgeous chalet, it truly was a family home from home with so many little touches that were so child friendly. We all had a great time,’’ Wharton, winter 09
‘’Thank you very much for the use of your beautiful chalet, it was fabulous ! We didn’t want to leave as it was a real ‘ home from home’, very clean and comfortable as well. We had plenty of sunshine and enjoyed exploring the area. We wished we could have stayed longer and would definitely recommend the apartment to friends.’’ P Steele, Sept 08
‘’The chalet was marvellous and suited all our requirements perfectly, the views were superb. We did some good walks, I didn’t realise how unfit we were. All in all we had a fantastic time and found so much to do and see, a return visit is on the cards.’’ Marshall July 08
‘’The apartment lived up to our expectation in full, being well equipped, comfortable and with great views. We spent most of the week in the valley and it was really good being able to walk from the tops of the lifts. Les Allues is a lovely little place – the village fete was on while we were there and was great fun.’’ The Burns family July 08
‘’ We had a very enjoyable week in Meribel, weather mostly sunny and hot. The apartment was super and lovely to return to after our adventures. We loved the resort and would consider returning for a skiing holiday.’’ S Brown Aug 08 ‘ The holiday was most enjoyable thank you! It's a delightful apartment you have in such a charming little village. The skiing was excellent. We would definitely consider going to Meribel again over other resorts as it has so much charaacter. Best Regards, and thank you for your excellent service.’’ The Taylor family, March 08
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