4 bedroom chalet in St Gervais-les-Bains, French Alps.
Ski Chalet in St Gervais, Chamonix Valley, Nr Megeve
Family Chalet with Stunning Views in Quiet Sunn Village Location
Sleeps 10 (5 Bedrooms)
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Chalet Fleur des Roches ("Rockflower”) has that classic savoyard look found in the alpine pastures above St Gervais and nearby villages. It is located at the end of a quiet residential street, in the old part of town, not far from the centre of the village and surrounded by other chalets and typical local houses. There are stunning views across to the Mt d'Arbois ski slopes and down the Chamonix valley. Access to the St Gervais/Megeve ski area is from the village and Chamonix is a short drive away. The Les Houches ski area and Mt Blanc walks is linked from just below the chalet via the Tramway Mt Blanc. Les Contamines, Praz-sur-Arly and Flumet ski areas are all within 15 minutes drive. Equipped to high standards, the chalet has a traditional woodburning fire, electric and underfloor heating, an office/sitting area with additional mezzanine twin room over, an enclosed private garden with sun deck area around 3 sides of the property and ample parking for 3-4 cars.
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Prices Currency Conversion
| Rental periods | |
| 15 - 22 December 2007 | £990 |
| 22 December 2007 - 5 January 2008 | £1600 |
| 5 - 26 January 2008 | £990 |
| 26 January - 23 February 2008 | £1600 |
| 23 February - 18 April 2008 | £1250 |
| 18 April - 23 May 2008 | £650 |
| 23 May - 31 July 2008 | £895 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Security deposit required. Additional charge of 15 euros per person per week for linen/towels if required. Final clean 100 euros (if required).
Changeover day
Flexible changeover days and arrival/departure times available. Additional nights charged pro-rata.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed plus 2 single sofa beds (one pulls out from under). Balcony view. Bedroom 2 with twin beds. Balcony view. Bedroom 3 with twin beds. Window view. Bedroom 4 with twin beds. Bedroom 5 gallery mezzanine area with twin beds. |
| Bathrooms: | 1 bathroom with shower, wc. 1 bathroom with bath/shower over. 1 separate wc. |
| Kitchen: | Hob, oven, fridge, washing machine, microwave and dishwasher. |
| Living Rooms: | Open plan living/dining/kitchen area fireplace. TV, DVD, video and stereo. WiFi broadband access if required. Video/DVD, games and book libraries. Some toys available for children. Dining table can seat 10. Digital UK channels on office/sitting room TV. |
| Other: | Additional games/office/sitting room area with spare mezzanine twin room (5th bedroom) over gives extra 'spreading out space', or just somewhere to put the kids! Note: no window in sleep area under eaves. Less luxurious than rest of chalet but comfy. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen available at extra charge per person per week. Property can be left clean on departure (will be checked over) or full clean arranged in advance for additional charge. |
Notes on accommodation
The chalet is non-smoking.
Young children welcomed. Babygate at top of stairs, travel cot, pushchair, highchair, booster seat and toys (age around 1-5) available. Please let us know if you have any special requirements.
WiFi broadband access in chalet for your laptop.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- tv,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue
Outside
Table, 8 x chairs, 2 x sunloungers, barbecue, children's games included.
Coast/Beach
Approx. 10 km to large, freshwater lake with swimming, beach, family activities, picnic facilities etc available in summer.
Approx 15 km to top of Les Contamines valley with large lakes and park area with swimming, beach, cycling, walks, tennis, adventure park open in summer.
Skiing
The main ski area of Saint-Gervais is vast and forms part of the Evasion ski domain and its 420 kms of slopes. It offers truly breathtaking views of Mont-Blanc and is linked with Megeve from the slopes of Mont d'Arbois, accessed by 20-person gondola from the edge of the village.
This area is particularly recommended for intermediates and snowboarders can enjoy one of the best snow parks in the region. The Mont-Joly and Mont-Joux sections offer the steepest slopes where some good off-piste can also be found. There are some excellent mountain restaurants!!
Skiing on the Mont Blanc side of Saint-Gervais is served by the Tramway Mt Blanc, a rack-and-pinion 1904 railway that takes you to the slopes of Les Houches in the winter, and the foot of Mt Blanc for walking in the summer.
Other local ski areas:
20 minutes from Chamonix or Megeve villages.
15 minutes to Les Contamines, Combloux, Praz-sur-Arly & Flumet ski areas.
30-50 minutes to Argentiere, La Flegere, Le Tour, Le Brevent.
Travel
Geneva Airport approx. 70 Km. Car hire/use recommended.
Distances
Geneva - 45 minutes drive.
Annecy - 1 hour drive.
Les Fayet - 5 minutes (thermal baths) drive.
Saillon thermal baths (outdoor pool) - 1.5 hours drive.
Chamonix - 20 minutes drive.
Further details
The spa resort of Saint-Gervais is situated at the foot of Mont Blanc and has attracted tourists since 1806 for its therapeutic waters. At an altitude of 850 metres, St Gervais’ first ski lifts were installed in the 1930’s. With access into its own ski area linked with Megeve, it has recently found new popularity, particularly with families. Set in a narrow river gorge halfway between Megève and Chamonix, the landscape is impressive wherever you look and a trip up the mountain on the Mont-Blanc Tramway is not to be missed. There’s a good choice of bars, restaurants, bakeries & creperies (not to mention the chocolate!) and several supermarkets to use for everyday essentials. The local market comes to town on a Thursday with a range of Savoyard treats.
Various festivals and concerts are held in the town throughout the year and it has an excellent theatre and cinema. A festival of Comedy is held each March. See the tourist office website for details of events coming up.
Booking notes
Booking confirmed on receipt of booking form and deposit. Final payment due 8 weeks before arrival. Damage deposit payable 2 weeks in advance, returnable within 2 weeks of departure from property.
Guest comments
"I can't fault the chalet at all (once we got the hang of the baby gate) and would love to come back in winter."
For booking and further information
Charlotte Adams
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