5 bedroom house in St. Jean d'Aulps, Nr. Morzine, French Alps
Beautifully Restored Alpine Farmhouse with Views and Hot Tub
Quiet Central Location Perfect for Golf, Walking, Watersports, Biking, Climbing
Sleeps 12 (5 Bedrooms)
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La Ferme de la Dranse is a newly renovated traditional French farmhouse set in the charming Alpine village of St Jean d'Aulps at the heart of the Portes du Soleil skiing and summer resort. Furnished to a high standard, all 5 bedrooms are en-suite with quality new beds and bedding. The well appointed living areas have Wifi, stereo, Sky, large screen TV, DVD library, children's toys and games. The large furnished terrace includes BBQ and private hot tub. The surrounding area has much to offer, signposted walking paths are at your door. Only 5 mins on foot to the village centre for shops, restaurants and bars, or 1 hour hike to stunning Lake Montriond and the surrounding Alpine peaks. Play golf at one of the two outstanding local courses or the Royal Evian Links only 25 mins away. For the more adventurous horse riding, mountain biking, canyoning or ride Fantasticable if you dare. By car Morzine is 10 mins, Les Gets 15 mins, Evian and Lake Geneva are 20/25 minutes.
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| Rental periods | |
| 1 May - 30 June 2008 | £1000 |
| 1 July - 31 August 2008 | £1400 |
| 1 September - 31 October 2008 | £800 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
If there is a charge incurred by electronic transfers, this will be borne by the client.
Changeover day
The rental is Saturday to Saturday (flexible out of season). La Ferme has to be vacated by 10am, and can be accessed after 4pm on the day of your arrival. If there are problems, or if you wish to keep/drop off luggage, this can be arranged beforehand.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with double bed and bunks. Bedroom 3 with twin beds. Bedroom 4 with twin beds. Bedroom 5 with twin beds. |
| Bathrooms: | Bedroom 1 en-suite with large shower. Bedroom 2 en-suite with bath/shower. Bedroom 3 private bathroom with bath/shower. Bedroom 4 en-suite with shower. Bedroom 5 en-suite with shower. Separate wc on ground floor. |
| Kitchen: | Large modern kitchen with sliding patio doors to terrace and garden. Fully equipped with double electric ovens, gas hob, larder, large fridge, dishwasher, coffee machine, microwave. leads into dining area in living space. |
| Utility Room: | Larder, washing machine, tumble dryer, iron/board, freezer, drinks fridge. |
| Living Rooms: | Spacious living room with 3 large leather sofas (not sofabeds), fireplace, 42" flat screen TV, sky, Wifi, DVD library, DVD player, PS2, stereo, children's games and toys, selection of books. |
| Other: | Dining area with solid oak table seating 14. Boiler/drying room for outdoor clothing. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Linen and bath towels included. Hot tub and/or beach towels not included. Chalet cleaned once a week or daily on request with prior notice. |
Notes on accommodation
Full central heating and automated underfloor heating system. Child stair gates fitted on all stairs. Cot, changing mat/table, baby bath and highchair provided.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- pets accepted
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with mobility issues.
Outside
Garden with terrace and balconies. Top of the range hot tub, BBQ, sun loungers, table and chairs.
Coast/Beach
There are 3 swimming lakes within 20 mins of St Jean d'Aulps. Lake Leman (aka Lake Geneva) is the largest with beautiful beaches and picnic areas. Watersports are also available there. The area is getting more and more popular for downhill mountain biking and also road biking with the influence of the Tour de France that often passes through.
Golf
Les Gets: (golflesgets.com). 18-hole, 5264 m course, par 70, no handicap required to play. mountain course with buggies available.
Avoriaz: (golf-morzine-avoriaz.com). Situated at the mouth of the Avoriaz resort, on the edge of a pine forest. 9-hole, par 36 course (2930 metres).
Royal Evian: (royalparcevian.com). Évian Masters Golf Club…a legendary course at the foot of the Alps. 18 holes - Par 72 - 6 054 m. A varied landscape, well-defended greens, narrow fairways, water hazards, bushy roughs for varied strokes and velvety greens all year round.
Annecy (golf-lacannecy.com) offers 2 courses, Le Belvedere: 18 holes; 5811m. Les Castors: 9 holes 2214m
Chamonix: (golfdechamonix.com). 18 hole course, 6076m, par 72. In a setting between the Mont-Blanc range and the massif of the aiguilles rouges. Designed by the world famous Robert Trent Jones Senior.
Skiing
In the winter season la Ferme is run as a catered chalet by allez-alps.com. Please get in touch with them direct.
Special interest holidays
La Ferme is run as self-catered accommodation but if guests would like to be catered for this can be arranged by prior arrangement (48 hours min.) with a local professional chef.
Travel
Geneva Airport is only 70 minutes away, or a 9 hour motorway drive from the Ferry Ports making travelling to/from St Jean d'Aulps very accessible. We recommend that guests either fly and hire a car or drive over giving them independence to pursue their chosen activity during their stay.
Distances
Morzine is only 5km away and hosts many sport and leisure activities including open air swimming pools with toddler pools, fun parks with slides, volleyball courts, table tennis tables, ice rink and gym. Morzine also has many bike hire shops.
Further details
La Ferme is located in the village of St Jean d'Aulps which has many amenities including a great pizza bar, restaurants, bars, tourist office, post office, supermarkets, butchers, bakeries, gift shops.
Booking notes
Please contact email address for enquiries and to book. We will require a 50% deposit on booking la Ferme, with the remainder payable 1 month prior to travel. We will need to know your name, address, flight details, number of people. A refundable deposit cheque for £500 is payable with the balance of the reservation, and will be returned within one week of your departure (unless damage has unfortunately been caused).
For booking and further information
Mark & Selena Gatland
Tel/Fax: (France) +33 (0)450740675
Mobile: (France) +33 (0)674764945
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