May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
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Enjoy the comfort and tranquillity of Chalet Gyronde: a delightful new chalet that accommodates up to 10 people and offers superb views of the beautiful surrounding mountains.
Chalet Gyronde can easily be found on the outskirts of the quaint little village, Le Parcher, situated on the south facing side of the valley of Vallouise. The valley, located in the southern French Alps, boasts on average 300 days of sun every year.
The valley is a paradise for those in search of all-year round adventure. During the winter months enjoy excellent snow, fantastic skiing and snowboarding for all levels. The Chalet is within easy reach of two superb ski areas and a cross-country ski path is literally only 50 metres away. During the rest of the year these same areas are ideal for a host exciting outdoor activities from off road biking and walking to climbing and kayaking.
Dine, socialise and relax in the delightful communal area on the first floor furnished with comfy sofas, coffee table, plus a large oak dining table and benches. Prepare your meals in the open plan fully fitted modern kitchen ideal for all your self-catering needs. Eat indoors, or weather permitting outdoors on the south-facing balcony with its spectacular view of glaciers and the Gyronde River.
Enjoy cosy nights in front of the grand central wood fire, talking, playing games, or listening to music. Under floor heating in the communal area, and radiator heating throughout the chalet ensures that the cold is kept at bay.
Come to Chalet Gyronde: the perfect escape for you, your family and friends
Chalet Gyronde
Living room
Bedroom
Balcony View
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The Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur / Hautes-Alpes region
Chalet Gyronde can be found on the outskirts of the quaint little village, Le Parcher, situated on the south facing side of the valley of Vallouise.
The valley, located in the southern French Alps, boasts on average 300 days of sun every year.
In the neighbourhood
La Casse (1 km) – bakery, shops, restaurants, launderette, pharmacy, hairdressers. Vallouise (2 km) – restaurants, bars, pharmacy, tourist office, bakery, supermarket, shops, post office, Town Hall, cash point, ski hire, telephone box. Les Vigneux (2.5 km) – supermarket, restaurants, shops, post office, tourist office, ski hire. Pelvoux (2 km) – ski resort, post office, restaurants. Puy St Vincent (3.75 km) – ski resort, ski hire shop, restaurants, bars, post office, tourist office, cash point, supermarket. L’Argentiere La Besse (9 km) – SNCF train station, pharmacy, cash point, bank (closed Mondays), supermarket, restaurants, bar, shop. Briancon (19 km) – ski resort Serre Chevalier (25 km) - ski resort Risoul/Vars (30 km)- ski resort Mongenevre (32 km) - ski resort La Grave (54 km) - ski resort Les Deux-Alpes (83 km) - ski resort Alpe-d'Huez (89 km) - ski resort Serre Poncon / Savines Le Lac (54 km) – water sports centres Gap Tallard (83 km) – aerodrome
Vallouise / Grand Parcher area
Nature time
Les Ecrins Park covers one of the highest and most beautiful mountains of the Alps with over 11,000 hectares of glaciers. Les Ecrins National Park is abundant in a wide variety of flora and fauna ideal for those into nature. Eagles, chamois, willow grouse, marmots, black grouse, ptarmigan, are just some of the 167 creatures you may come across, in addition to 1,800 varieties of beautiful flora. At 4,102 metres, the Barre des Ecrins, overlooking the Vallouise Valley, is a mountaineer’s paradise, with over 100 mountain routes and 740 km of trails. Go walking, bird watching, mountain biking, bivouacking, horse riding, and even try out ‘via Ferrata’.
Snow time
Chalet Gyronde is located in the Haute-Alpes and means you have easy access to some of the most famous resorts and pistes known the world over. Skiing and snow boarding for all levels can be enjoyed in the resorts of Puy-St-Vincent (3.75km), Pelvoux (2km), Briancon (19km), Serre Chevalier (25km), Risoul/Vars (30km), Mongenevre (32km), Le Grave (54km), Les Deux Alpes (83km), Alpe-d’Huez (89km). The valleys of this region offer a spectacular setting perfect for cross-country skiing. Why not also try out snowshoeing, husky dog sledding, snowmobiling, tobogganing, and even ice climbing. The snow season tends to run from mid- December to mid-April with the best conditions usually between January - March.
Water time
Between April to October, Hautes Alpes is an ideal location for water sports at both national and European level. The rivers and lakes provide an excellent playground for all in search of adventure. With more than 500km of navigable rivers and river sections rated from 1-6 on an international scale, Hautes-Alpes offers a superb environment for canoeing, fishing, kayaking, rafting and white-water body surfing (hydrospeed). Go water skiing, rowing, kite boarding, windsurfing, funboarding, water-skiing and sailing in Serre Poncon - the Lake of Lights (54km), recognised as one of the country’s best water sports areas with its 2 water-skiing centres, and fifteen water sports centres.
Relaxation time
Jump in your car and explore the delights of the surrounding area with its charming rustic alpine towns and villages. Shop in a local market and stock up for your daily requirements. For a bit of culture and history visit an old fort or church. Unwind in a wide selection of restaurants and bars and enjoy the delicious local cuisine with a glass of wine. Pamper yourself by visiting Mongenvre with its hot springs and spas.
How to get there
How to get there
By Air: Located only 2 hours drive away from Turin Airport, 1.5 hours from Grenoble Airport and 2 hours from Lyon airport. Car rental available.
By Train: Located 10 minutes drive from L’Argentiere-la-Bessee Station and 30minutes from Briancon Station.
By Car: Click here to find your route via Michelin route finder.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Turin
Railway:
Argentiere la bessée: 5 km
Activities near Vallouise
Sports: Ski resort location Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats A winter sun break Cycling holidays
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