Holiday Chalet in Chateau d'Oex, Gstaad Valley, Lake Geneva, Vaud, Switzerland
Traditional Detached Wooden Chalet with Spectacular Views
Elevated, Peaceful Position in the Village.
Sleeps 8 + baby (4 Bedrooms)
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A home from home, the chalet is made from wood in the traditional chalet style, and occupies a prime position in Chateau d'Oex. At the top of the village, in a quiet spot on a private road, it is a 10 minute walk to the village centre and local amenities. Its elevated position means the 2 large balconies, which face south, offer spectacular views of the village, mountains and skiing as well as making the perfect viewing platform for watching hot air ballooning. The chalet has been used as a home by our family, so is well equipped and comfortable. It is important to us that guests of all ages feel at home, and we have provided games and jigsaws, books and videos for adults and children. Older children will enjoy the dartboard, table tennis room and sledges. The chalet is perfect for relaxing or as a base for the many outdoor activities available in the village and surrounding area. The village is traditionally Swiss, has a thriving local community, and many amenities.
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Prices Currency Conversion
| Rental periods | ||
| 21 July - 6 September 2008 | £760 | |
| 6 September - 20 December 2008 | £550 | |
| 20 December 2008 - 3 January 2009 | £985 | Christmas / New Year |
| 3 January - 28 February 2009 | £795 | |
| March 2009 | £725 | |
| Balloon week 2009 | £895 | Date TBC |
| Easter fortnight 2009 | £675 | |
| April - June 2009 (excl half term) | £575 | |
| 23 - 30 May 2009 | £710 | Half term |
| 1 - 18 July 2009 | £710 | |
| 19 July - - 5 September 2009 | £795 | Summer holidays |
| 5 September - 12 December 2009 | £595 |
Notes on prices
Prices are per week in UK Pounds based on 2 occupants (+ baby) including cleaning, bedding, tea towels and visitor tax. For each additional person a one-off charge of £20 applies.
Bathroom towels may be hired £5 per person. Discounts available for longer lets, low occupancy or booking within 2 months of travel. Enquire with owners.
Changeover day
Changeover and arrival times are by arrangement with the owners and their representatives in Switzerland. We would normally expect the property to be vacated by 10am, and new occupants to arrive after 4pm.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1: double bed and doors to top balcony. Bedroom 2: twin beds and doors to top balcony. Bedroom 3: twin beds. Bedroom 4: bunk beds. All bedrooms have wardrobes and shelving, bedside lights. Cot and cot bedding available. |
| Bathrooms: | Upstairs shower room with shower cubicle, loo and wash basin. Downstairs bathroom with bath, loo and wash basin. |
| Kitchen: | Compact and well equipped with ceramic hob, extractor, oven, dishwasher, microwave, food mixer and fridge with excellent range of cooking utensils and serving dishes. |
| Utility Room: | Located under the stairs: washing machine and additional fridge/freezer. |
| Living Rooms: | Spacious, comfortable open plan lounge/dining room opens onto balcony. TV, VCR and CD player. Videos, books, toys and games. Phone incoming calls only. Oval table seats 8 comfortably fondue and raclette sets provided. Booster seat for small child. |
| Other: | 'Den'/games room with table tennis (equipment provided), DVD player, sofa. Opens onto garden terrace. Outer porch with storage for boots, coats, toddler seat, outdoor cushions etc. Inner hall with coat hooks. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Linen, tea towels and final cleaning included in the price. If you would like mid-stay cleaning or linen change, this will be at additional cost. Towels can be hired by arrangement. |
Notes on accommodation
The accommodation is ideal for family groups, but please note that while the garage and parking are at road level, the chalet is accessed by walking up a steep flight of steps to the front door. Travel cot with bedding and toddler seat available. Satellite TV receives British Freeview channels and there is a VCR with a selection of videos in English. A well equipped kids' den with table tennis table and DVD player. More photos can be viewed on the weblink at the bottom of this page.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- telephone,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair
Accessibility
Not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility problems.
Outside
As the chalet is built on the side of a mountain, the substantial garden is terraced. The 2 balconies and patio outside the games room are wonderful places to eat, drink and admire the views. Tables and chairs are provided on the lower balcony and benches on the ground floor terrace. All outside areas are very private and quiet, and being south facing can be used all year round. There is a garage at ground level and 2 parking spaces.
Coast/Beach
Lake Geneva at Montreux is our nearest "coast". Within 45 minutes you can be strolling along the promenade on the shores, taking a boat ride or sipping a drink and admiring the views. Easy car ride or take the "Panoramic Express" train direct to Montreux.
Golf
20 minutes away at Saanenmoeser you will find the beautiful Gstaad golf course (including driving range). Within 45 minutes there are golf courses at Lac Gruyere, Villars and Aigle.
Skiing
The stunningly beautiful Gstaad valley is quiet and unspoilt with hundreds of kilometres of well maintained pistes. Chateau d'Oex has its own network of ski lifts, accessed via a cable car from the village, and its own ski school. A long 'luge' (sledge run) goes from the top of the mountain; sledges provided. Extensive skiing is available in any village in the valley including Chateau d'Oex, Rougemont, Gstaad, Schoenreid Saanenmoeser and the glacier at Les Diablerets. Pistes are always beautifully maintained and picturesque, whether you like the treelined or the rugged. None of the villages are huge 'resorts', and all retain their individual characters. There are lovely "ski gardens" for children to learn in at Chateau d'Oex, Rougemont, Schoenreid and Saanenmoeser. All villages can be reached easily by road or rail (passes include use of the train). Wonderful for skiers who get bored easily - a new place to be discovered every day! Good quality skis can be hired in the village.
Travel
1 hour 45 mins from Geneva by car (mainly motorway), approx 2 hours by train with 2 changes. 9 hours from Calais by car including a couple of short stops. The mountain railway which stops in Chateau d'Oex is convenient and very reliable for local travel up and down the valley, and not expensive.
Distances
Gstaad is a 20 min drive along the valley, Montreux and Lake Geneva about 50 mins by car or a lovely train ride on the panoramic express. Interlaaken is a day trip, with the glacier at Les Diablerets within an hour. Larger shops are found in Bulle, 25km, and the chateau at Les Gruyeres is only 30 mins by car. The Gstaad golf course at Saanenmoser (with driving range) is 20 minutes away, also within 45 minutes are golf courses at Lac Gruyere, Villars and Aigle.
Further details
Chateau d'Oex is a traditional Swiss village, which is well serviced with restaurants, a supermarket, bakery and shops selling local produce. Its amenities are many, yet all are small and uncrowded.
A wintertime ice rink becomes tennis courts in summer next to the 10 pin bowling centre. There is a cinema, museum and art gallery, an enormous outdoor swimming pool (summer only), an adventure playground as well as horse riding, white water rafting and kayaking all in or around the village. It also has its own cottage hospital.
Low level marked walking and cycling trails along the river through the woods, or high level energetic scrambles and mountain bike trails will suit all levels of fitness. Chateau d'Oex is famous for its annual international hot air balloon festival in January: a spectacle worth seeing. The Tourist Information Office can give help and advice in English. The friendly village retains its delightful Swiss character, and is sleepy and quiet - making it safe for children and teenagers who like their independence.
Switzerland is famous for its beautiful winter scenery, but come in May to enjoy the bright green pastures and wild flowers, or the summer for the clear skies, mountain walks and sunshine. Chateau d'Oex is an all year round destination.
Booking notes
We will hold reservations for 1 week awaiting receipt of 25% non-refundable deposit. Full payment is requested 8 weeks before you travel. Cheque or bank transfer accepted.
Security deposit payable in advance £100.
Guest comments
'We spent another magical New Year's Eve standing on the snowy balcony sipping champagne watching the fireworks light up the sky over beautiful Chateau d'Oex'
'We really enjoyed your chalet - it has the best view in the village'
'Switzerland comes second only to Africa.'
'With the stunning views, the sun pouring in most days, and the chalet being so warm and spacious I was quite happy about having to stay indoors (to nurse a cold).' (New Year 2008)
"I thought your chalet was delightful. Everything was there that we needed... it was homely and we felt comfortable in it straight away. We also loved the area... We went to a different village everyday, worked our way through the valley." (February 2008)
House swap
House swap considered anywhere child friendly to sleep 4 plus.
For booking and further information
Diana and Richard Ives
Tel: (UK) +44 (0)115 9377034
Mobile: (UK) +44 (0)7815 209554
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