New Luxury Ski Chalet with stunning views & outdoor Hot tub!
Transfers Included for Fully Catered Guests, Walking Distance to Village Centre
Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)
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Chalet Lamorna is a beautiful new luxury chalet built by local artisans that opened its doors to guests for the 08/09 ski season. The chalet is on the edge of Samoens on the sunny side of the valley with stunning 360 degree views. There is a hot tub on the large wrap around balcony along with a barbecue and outdoor eating area. The 4 en-suite bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 8 guests. The charming village centre is a gentle 10-15 stroll away. During the winter season available as fully catered. Catered includes breakfast and afternoon tea and cakes daily and on five evenings a four course meal including wine and drinks. In the summer B&B or fully catered is available. As the chalet is owner run your hosts Ian and Susan are happy to help with any requests such as arranging lift passes, lessons, equipment hire and kinder garden.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 6 March 2011 - 17 April 2011 | £440 | 7 | ||
| 19 December 2011 - 26 December 2011 | £595 | 7 | ||
| 26 December 2011 - 2 January 2012 | £625 | 7 | ||
| 2 January 2012 - 8 January 2012 | £390 | 6 | ||
| 8 January 2012 - 29 January 2012 | £410 | 7 | ||
| 29 January 2012 - 12 February 2012 | £460 | 7 | ||
| 19 February 2012 - 26 February 2012 | £495 | 7 | ||
| 26 February 2012 - 4 March 2012 | £460 | 7 | ||
| 4 March 2012 - 18 March 2012 | £445 | 7 | ||
| 18 March 2012 - 1 April 2012 | £440 | 7 | ||
| 1 April 2012 - 15 April 2012 | £450 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices shown for catered are per person per week based on 2 adults sharing a room. Children aged 3-12 years deduct 20% off full prices (if two children sharing own room). Deduction of 50% for children up to 10 years old, sharing room 2 full paying adults. Single person supplement add 30%. Babies and toddlers under 3 years on arrival day £100 per week. Daily Rates are available, please see website or enquire for details.
Changeover day
During the main ski season we offer Sunday change overs so guests can benefit from cheaper flights, quieter roads and Saturday skiing, the quietest day on the slopes! Outside of the main holiday season odd durations nay be available. Please enquire.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 twin zip linkable king size, Jaybed available to make a triple. Bedroom 2 with double bed. Bedroom 3 with twin zip linkable king size bed. Bedroom 4 with twin beds. |
| Bathrooms: | Bedroom 1 with en-suite shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with en-suite shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 3 with en-suite. Full bath with hand shower, WC and basin. Bedroom 4 with en-suite. Full bath with shower over, WC and basin. |
| Living Rooms: | Large open plan living/dining area with glass fronted log fire. 2 large leather sofas and several comfortable chairs. Large wide screen TV with English satellite channels. Dining table comfortably seating up to 8 people. CD/video/DVD/Wii player. |
| Other: | Heated ski and boot room including a boot warmer. |
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Towels bed linen and bathrobes provided. All beds made on arrival. Rooms serviced daily for guests on the catered option. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | satellite tv central heating cot high chair barbecue |
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Notes on accommodation
Hot tub on the balcony - free use for guests. Highchair and travel cot available. Airport transfers included for up to 8 people (subject to times and for week long fully catered guests).
Accessibility
As the chalet is over three floors, not suitable for people who have difficulty managing stairs.
Outside
Large wrap around sunny balcony suitable for outside dining with outdoor furniture and a barbecue with direct access from the living area. Hot tub for five people. Terrace accessed from the lower ground floor with small landscaped garden. Stunning views from the balconies and garden.
Skiing
The chalet is less than 5 minutes by car or free minibus ride from the Grand Massif Express Gondola(GME) which is on the edge of the village. Alternatively the nearest ski bus stop is 200m from the chalet. The GME then whisks you in 8 minutes to Samoens 1600 which boasts the largest beginner’s area in the Haute Savoie. From 1600 you can access the 265km of marked piste that constitute the Grand Massif ski area. The ski area extends from 800m to 2,500m and covers the villages of Samoens, Sixt, Morillon, Les Carroz and Flaine. There are 14 black, 51 red, 53 blue and 15 green runs. The area has an excellent snow record, however the natural snow can be topped up by over 200 snow cannon. There are also plenty of tree lined runs for when the weather closes in. There are over 90km of cross country trails either along the valley floor or at the top of the Col de Joux Plane at 1700m. There are also 60km of marked paths for snow shoeing. There is also an excellent ski kindergarten and creche.
Travel
Samoens is about an hours drive from Geneva airport. Car hire is easily arranged or transfers using the chalets minibus are normally available (depending on flight timings - free for fully catered weekly guests). Samoens is an easy 8/9 hour drive (536 miles) from Calais with all bar the last few miles on toll motorways (directions can be supplied). A free run to and from the ski lifts and ski hire shops will also be provided so a car is not essential. The village is a short walk away.
Distances
10-15 minute gentle stroll to the centre of the village. In under an hours drive you can be in Chamonix, Annecy or some of the towns on the shores of Lake Geneva such as Yvoire or Evian.
Further details
The whole village of Samoens has been classed as an historic monument. The village is steeped in history and retains its centuries old charm and traditions. Samoens has a good selection of shops, restaurants, bars and a cinema. There are several banks with cash points, a couple of pharmacies a medical centre and a tourist information. There is a large market that sets up every Wednesday morning throughout the year, whatever the weather. In the Winter as well as the skiing there are plenty of cleared paths for walkers.
There is also an ice rink and a motorised train that runs around the village. The active tourist office runs various events throughout the Winter and Summer seasons. In the Summer the area fills with walkers, cyclists and adrenalin junkies. There are over 900km of walking trails and 600km of marked mountain bike trails. The sky is dotted with parapents whilst canoes, rafts and body surfers make their way through the gorges and down the rapids of the River Giffre.
There is a large leisure area set around two lakes that is a short walk from the chalet. Here can be found an outdoor swimming complex, tennis courts, archery an adventure park through the tree tops and a golf driving range into one of the lakes. The whole area is filled with flowers and in the centre of Samoens is a century old botanical garden.
Booking notes
Please contact us by phone or e-mail to confirm availability. We will then e-mail or send you a booking form. To make a reservation £100 per person deposit is required. Balance due 8 weeks prior to arrival date. Payments by cheque or bank transfer. Terms and conditions on our own website.
Guest comments
21.02.09 Overwhelmed by the extent you have gone to; making us so welcome.
Wonderful meals - Nadia suggested you open a restaurant!
The 'girls' were all helped to learn skiing, so quickly with you aid on the first day - really memorable.
Fabulous comfy accommodation. Home from Home atmosphere. x Winn Family
03.01.2010
Samoens. The small village with a Big Heart! Chalet Lamorna has certainly taken this motto on board.
Ian & Susan are superb hosts. Our stay here has been our best chalet holiday ever - wonderful food, home from home comfort, great hospitality - plus chauffeur to boot!! Very best wishes for the future.
E.O.C.S.C (Elsworth OLD Codgers Ski Club)
28.02.2010
What can I say, but what a fantastic week. You gave us a 'home from home' experience - & more!! Food, accommodation & certainly the best host & hostess ever - thanks so much... and an extra big thank you from Rebecca & John.... Thank you Susie!! Glass Family
Owner profile
About the owner
Chalet Lamorna is owner run by husband & wife team Susan & Ian, with Ian mainly doing the driving, transfers, ski guiding and snow clearing. Susan tends to remain within the chalet, preparing the evening meals and making the welcome cakes for the returning skiers. Having led successful careers in London, we are now both semi-retired and have made our main home in Samoens. We aim to provide a personal and friendly service and will help you with every aspect of your holiday to ensure everything runs smoothly. Having stayed in catered chalets previously on holidays, we believe we know what works and what does not. Testimony to this is the number of returning guests that we have both during winter and summer seasons. It is not necessary to pay 5 star prices to receive a 5 star service.
Year purchased: 2008
Why the owner chose a home in this location
In 2002 we started looking for a holiday apartment within an hours’ drive of Geneva airport, suitable for Summer and Winter holidays. We made several appointments in Morzine, Les Gets, Les Carroz and Chamonix - we arrived in Samoens – then cancelled any further appointments as we had found the perfect place. We have had a property in Samoens since 2002. It really is the hidden gem of the Alps, with fantastic opportunities to try the many mountain activities, to simply stroll through the historic streets, or to just sit at a café and watch the world go by. We enjoyed our holidays in Samoens so much we upped sticks from London, sold our original Samoens apartment, and had Chalet Lamorna built. We moved in to Chalet Lamorna in December 2008.
Unique benefits of the property
Chalet Lamorna is within the Historic village of Samoens and it is only a 10-15 minute gentle stroll to the centre of the village. Chalet Lamorna is situated on the sunny south side of the valley. We have the most amazing views from the wrap around balconies & the stunning sun deck, not forgetting the views of the ski runs from the outdoor hot tub. Our aim is to offer a home from home, family friendly chalet, with home cooked food and a second to none customer service.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR3579
Susan Atkinson and Ian Smith
Mob: (UK) + 44 (0)7711 370 411
Mob: (UK) + 44 (0)7957 618 716
Mob: (France) + 33 (0)607 469 351
Home: (France) + 33 (0)450 916 064
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