Private apartment for skiing holiday rentals in Verchaix, Samoens, Haute Savoie, French Alps
Apartment in an Old Savoyarde Farm
Beautiful Elevated Position, 5 minutes Drive from the Pistes
Sleeps 5 (2 Bedrooms)
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A beautiful, south facing, spacious apartment in an old Savoyarde farm situated high above the stunning Giffre valley convenient for the ski lifts at Morillon and Samoens. These allow entry into the excellent Grand Massif ski area which includes the well known resort of Flaine, nestling in the shadow of Mont Blanc. The area has 265km of pistes for all levels of ability and is ideal for families and intermediates. The nearby village of Samoens is a 'Village Fleurie' and is a beautiful example of an unspoilt Savoyarde village. The area is also a popular summer destination for cyclists who want to take on the toughest climb of the Tour de France, the ‘Joux Plane’. The area also boasts a range of other activities such as parapenting, mountain biking, white water rafting, open air swimming and walking.
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| Rental periods | |
| 19 July - 6 September 2008 | £500 |
| 6 September - 19 December 2008 | £400 |
| 19 December - 10 January 2009 | £700 |
| 10 January - 7 February 2009 | £600 |
| 7 February - 21 February 2009 | £700 |
| 21 February - 4 April 2009 | £550 |
| 4 - 25 April 2009 | £650 |
| 25 April - 17 July 2009 | £350 |
| 17 July - 5 September 2009 | £500 |
| 5 September - 18 December 2009 | £350 |
| 18 December - 9 January 2010 | £700 |
Notes on prices
Please note that we have moved our changeover day to Friday as flights and transfers tend to be cheaper than on Saturdays. We can be flexible.
Changeover day
We have moved our changeover day to Friday as flights and transfers are better value than on Saturday or Sunday. We can be flexible. Transfers can be arranged, please ask.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed and cot. Bedroom 2 with twin beds. Sofa bed in the lounge. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom with bath/shower over. Separate WC. |
| Kitchen: | Large fully equipped kitchen with: Cooker, Fridge freezer, Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Microwave. |
| Living Rooms: | Lounge with Dining Area and South facing balcony. TV, Video, DVD Player, Occasional Sofa Bed, South Facing Balcony, Open Fire. |
| Other: | Ample wardrobe space, Ski locker. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Bed linen included, please bring own towels. Property to be cleaned on departure. |
Amenities/Facilities provided
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue
Outside
We have a communal garden area with barbecue.
Skiing
The nearest ski lift is at Morillon, five minutes way and Samoens is a further five minutes beyond.
Both resorts link into the extensive Grand Massif area which also includes Flaine, Les Carroz and Sixt.
Samoens has a brand new Express Gondola leading into a plateau which incorporates the nursery slopes.
There are plenty of ski schools locally both at Morillon and Samoens.
The Porte Du Soleil ski area, accessed at Les Gets, is a 20 minute drive away and gives a further 650km of pistes for the more adventurous.
For the non-skiers there are plenty of bars and cafes at Samoens in which to sit and watch the world go by.
Special interest holidays
The apartment is near the base of the 'Joux Plane' the toughest climb of the 2006 Tour de France where Floyd Landis made his infamous break. Also the sight of Lance Armstrongs near disastrous mistake in 2003!
Travel
Nearest airport is Geneva which is approximately an hour's drive away. We recommend the hiring of a car to get the full benefit of the area.
Driving from Calais takes about 8 hours.
Distances
Morillon 5 mins. Samoens 10 mins. Cluses (major town) 15 mins. Morzine 25 mins. Chamonix 45 mins. Geneva 1 hour.Annecy 1 hour
Further details
Samoëns has a whole range of amenities and activities for visitors, including stylish boutiques for shopping and an interesting choice of restaurants, cafés and bars for après-ski refreshment or somewhere to sit and watch the world go by.
Further details can be supplied after booking.
Booking notes
For booking details please log onto our website (see below) and click onto the Samoens booking form.
For booking and further information
Sarah Coates
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1625 540828
Mobile: (UK) + 44 (0)7740 473284
Email: Click here
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and has advertised this property with us since January 2005.
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