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Luxury south-facing chalet 5 minutes from ski slopes, 15 minutes from Chatel
| Sleeps | 13 |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 4 |
| Space | 1,829 sq. ft. |
| Property type | chalet |
| Minimum Stay | 3 - 7 nights |
Overview
Gorgeous 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom chalet offering full and part occupancy, in the gorgeous Abondance Valley
Chalet Pelerin,surrounded by the Chablais mountains, is situated midway between Abondance and La Chapelle d'Abondance and just a few minutes from Chatel. The chalet is just 75 minutes from Geneva with easy access to the Portes du Soleil which, with 650km of pistes, incorporates 14 resorts including Chatel, Avoriaz, Torgon, Champery, Morgins, Morzine and Les Gets.
It is a great base for either a winter or summer holiday as a place to relax and enjoy beautiful scenery. Abondance/Chatel is a true dual season resort, with extensive skiing and boarding in the winter, and walking, climbing, mountain biking, paragliding, kayaking, rafting and fishing in the summer.
The chalet has been designed in typical Savoyard style over 3 floors, covering 170 sq.m., featuring a large open plan lounge and dining area including leather sofas and solid oak dining room furniture, a fully fitted oak kitchen and separate utility area and fully furnished south-facing terrace overlooking the valley and River Dranse directly below.
There are 6 beautifully appointed bedrooms, (3 doubles and 3 twins), sleeping up to 13 guests with 4 bathrooms including 3 en-suite.
Please note that all prices are based on full occupancy. Partial occupancy bookings and discounts are also available (other than for Christmas, New Year and February half term weeks) which vary according to party size. As a guide assume a 20% discount for the use of a maximum of 4 bedrooms but please contact us to discuss your requirements.
There are no additional charges for cleaning, linen, towels, wifi or anything else.
Further information available on our website www.chaletpelerin.co.uk
About Paul Carroll
Hi - we are Paul and Marian, John and Julie - neighbours in Lancashire, travel companions and joint owners of Chalet Pelerin. We first skied together in 2003 at a time when we were thinking about buying a holiday home and the idea of a ski chalet emerged over the next year. We settled in 2005 on the beautiful Abondance valley and the magnificent Portes du Soleil and moved in on 6 February 2006. We wanted to create a large ski chalet for rental that was also a home from home - and we think we've made a pretty decent job of it. We visit as often as we can in groups large and small to ski, walk, cycle, swim and recharge the batteries in this most peaceful, gorgeous and relaxing setting. And practice our rubbish French.
Paul Carroll purchased this chalet in 2005
Why Paul Carroll chose Portes du Soleil
Abondance is a proper farming village with a lovely square which functions all year round unlike some ski areas which are ghost towns out of season. It's easy to reach from Geneva and is only 30 mins from Evian and Thonon on the lake. The Sunday market is terrific. The skiing area is vast, varied (from the very quiet to the very busy), reliable and has benefitted from millions of euros in investment. Traditional alpine farming skills are still in evidence and whilst you can't move for tourists in many alpine areas in the summer these beautiful mountains can virtually be all yours. The autumn colours are dazzling.
What makes this chalet unique
The chalet is equipped with all the comforts of home to a very high standard - including a fully stocked kitchen (it is very rare that we are asked for something that is not provided), free wifi, a 40 inch TV (and 2 smaller ones) and a large selection of games, music and DVDs. We offer a very personal approach to all our clients, including flexible booking dates, to ensure you have all you need well in advance and an excellent chalet manager to look after any problems during your stay. We provide a comprehensive info pack in advance and in the chalet and guidance on how to get the best of the facilities - but very few rules. We like to think that if we look after our guests they will look after our home.
A recent guest commented that they had never stayed in the same place twice before staying at ours.
Guestbook comments from the owner
Selection of comments from our visitors' book:-
'We had a great time in the chalet and would be keen to book up with you again next year'. FB - Warrington (PS -they did - four times so far).
'Chalet was great and roomy - loved the woodstore. DVDs every evening and good nights' sleep in comfy beds' E&A - Holland
'What a fabulous place'. AM - Leeds.
'We had a fantastic holiday and the chalet was beautiful. It
lived up to all expectations.' - T&M, Dorking.
You have a beautiful home - we loved all the film posters. Thonon pool recommended. - P,M&M, Birmingham.
Chalet very welcoming and equipped. Lovely location. We had a fab time. - The Gs., Bucks
This is the best accommodation we've stayed in so far. - TB, Morpeth
Amenities
Abondance Chalet Accommodation and Amenities
- chalet
- Guests provide their own meals
- 1829 sq. ft.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM /
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 13
- Min. age of primary renter: 21
- Parties/events not allowed
- Pets not allowed
- Non smoking only
- Mountain
- Rural
- Village
- Adventure
- Family
- Sports & Activities
- Fireplace ...
- Garage ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Towels Provided
- Tumble Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Wood Stove
- Free Wifi
- Dishes & Utensils ...
- Dishwasher ...
- Freezer
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven ...
- Pantry Items ...
- Refrigerator
- Stove ...
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining
- Dining Area
- seating for 12 people
- 4 Bathrooms
-
Shower room 1 -
toilet
,
shower
,
Ensuite
Bathroom 1 - toilet , tub , shower , Ensuite
Bathroom 2 - toilet , combination tub/shower
Shower room 2 - toilet , shower , Ensuite
- 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 13
-
Bedroom 1 -
1 queen
Bedroom 2 - 2 twin/ single
Bedroom 4 - 1 queen
Bedroom 3 - 1 queen , 1 baby crib , Cot stored in garage
Bedroom 5 - 2 twin/ single
Bedroom 6 - 2 twin/ single , 1 child bed , Child bed is a pullout bed
- All the beds are provided with luxury mattresses, linen and firm pillows. Each bedroom has a wardrobe (with lots of hangers) and a chest of drawers. There is a hairdryer in every bedroom. There are 3 TVs, a hi-fi system and a soundock.
- Books
- DVD Player
- Games
- Music Library
- Stereo
- Television
- Video Library ...
- Balcony ...
- Bicycles
- Deck / Patio
- Golf ...
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Ski & Snowboard ...
- 2 bicycles
- wheelchair inaccessible
- autumn foliage
- caves
- churches
- cinemas
- restaurants
- scenic drives
- sledding
- walking
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- medical services
- cycling
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- ice skating
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- rafting
- ski lift privileges
- skiing
- swimming
- whitewater rafting
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.8/5 -
(20 traveler reviews)
spacious, luxious and a great location
We stayed here as a family holiday in the Alps. We had a great time with lots to do both in France and Switzerland just over the mountains. Lots of space and very high standard of accomodation
Fantastic accommodation in beautiful setting.
Lovely, picturesque chalet. Extremely clean - all amenities available. Fantastic weather - sunshine only added to a lovely holiday. We particularly liked the next village up the hill (Chatel) lovely restaurants for an evening meal watching the sun set. We followed the recommendations from the owner regarding the drive to the Chalet - we stocked up at Carrefour which was a good idea. Lovely walk to Abdondance village centre on a sunny day. Would certainly recommend staying here to anyone. Can only think it is even better in the winter months if you are a skier. Thank you for a lovely holiday.
Great Christmas at Chalet Pelerin
Our family of six as well as my parents who were visiting from Australia stayed at Chalet Pelerin for four days over Christmas 2016. Communication with Paul was excellent and included very detailed notes on the Chalet and surrounding areas which was invaluable. We were delighted with the chalet - the living area was spacious and well furnished, the kitchen was very well equipped and included some basic supplies which were useful, the beds were comfortable and the duvets super warm and we all enjoyed the fireplace and large collection of DVDs. Despite not a lot of snow we enjoyed a day trip to Chalet, walks into Abondance and a day skiing in Portes du Soleil. We were also delighted with the Buche de Noel we ordered from the Abondance patisserie and enjoyed dinner on Christmas eve at La Chappelle d'Abondance hotel-ensoleille. Thanks again to Paul and Chalet Pelerin for helping to make our last European Christmas for a while a memorable one!
Super week end a Abondance
Nous étions 12 amis en week end près d'Evian
Le chalet est très sympa et bien équipé
Il est fidèle à la description
Le mobilier est en bon état, les pièces d'eau fonctionnelles
La cuisine est très bien équipée
Le salon est peut-être un peu petit pour 12 personnes
Le propriétaire et la personne qui gère le chalet sont très disponibles et font en sorte que le séjour se passe au mieux !
Nous avons passé un excellent week end au milieu des montagnes et au calme !
Wow!!! This chalet is a fabulous home from home!!!
Well what can I say other than this chalet is perfect in every way, the detail that the owners have put in is very impressive everything has been thought about all you need to do is arrive and enjoy the spectacular views and scenery.
The chalet is managed and maintained to the highest standards and for anyone looking this would be the best decision you make by booking this chalet by far!
I have just returned after having a week there with a small family party and already looking to get the next visit in place (missing it already) the location is perfect for access to ski resorts etc and some lovely places to dine and browse at your leisure.
Thank you for the best holiday and sharing this beautiful home with us and we look forward to staying there in the near future.
ideal for a family ski holiday !
Chalet Pelerin was easy to find, in a good location for accessing all amenities. Short trip in a car to the ski slopes which link in to the whole Portes du Soleil region. We are intermediate skiers who skied every day till the lifts closed and we were still skiing on new slopes on the last day, fantastic ! The chalet is warm (the log burning stove is superb) and the wood is supplied. The beds are comfortable and everything you need is supplied to a good standard. I would definitely recommend this chalet to a friend. The amount of information supplied about restaurants, skiing was impressive and really helpful. I would recommend the Richard Sport shop in Chatel for equipment - the best we have ever had. We had 2 lovely meals, a pizza in La Chapelle d'Abondance, the restaurant was very rustic - you eat at long tables, but great food and service. The adults ate at Les Gentianettes, again in La Chapelle - superb french food ( a bit pricey, hence children not invited), but a real treat. Although it was half term and very busy (particularly in Chatel on the Saturday, when everyone is frantically trying to pick up their skis), we found quiet slopes and it was easy to park (free of charge) at the ski lifts. All in all a great holiday and we will return !
Map
Special interest holidays:
Why not enjoy some spring mountain walking or the beautiful autumn Alpine colours?
Coast/Beach:
The chalet is just 30 mins drive from Lake Geneva including the spa towns of Evian and Thonon in France or Montreux and Lausanne in Switzerland, all of which have spectacular lakeside swimming facilities. There is a fabulous swimming leisure centre near Montreux, a brand new swimming complex in Chatel, a spa centre near Chambery and 2 white-water rafting centres nearby. There are regular sailings across Lake Geneva.
Travel:
Fly to Geneva Airport then an easy 75 minute drive (45 miles) to the chalet. There are many UK operators from several UK airports, including BA, easyJet, Jet2 and Swissair. Alternative airports include Chambery (2 hrs) Basel (2½ hrs) or Lyon (3 hrs).
All main car hire companies operate from these airports. Overland the chalet is an 8 hour drive from Calais (560 Miles). A car is highly recommended.
Distances:
The ancient village of Abondance is 2 mins by car or a 20 minute walk along the river bank (which is also used for cross country skiing). The 14th century abbey is worth a visit. The nearest town, Chatel, is 15 mins by car.
Further Details:
Abondance village square is quietly situated off the main road. A wide range of services are available in the village including restaurants, cafes, small supermarket, boulangerie, patisserie, boucherie, delicatessen, pharmacy, banks, post office, ski shops and local speciality shops. There are also many restaurants along the valley and recommendations are included in the welcome pack.
Spring/Summer/Autumn activities include: walking and mountain biking with many waymarked trails along the valleys and into the peaks, with overnight refuges. The ski lifts are adapted in the summer for bike transportation to the peaks. The fast flowing Dranse becomes a white-water rafting centre (only 15 mins from the chalet). Chatel has its own pool and spa centre. There are numerous beaches on Lake Geneva and fabulous 50m pools and lidos in Evian, Thonon and Morzine. Rockclimbing. Fishing. Equestrian and trekking. Paragliding. “Fantasticable” high-wire from the top of the Rochassons ski lift at Pre la Joux/Pierre Longue.
Cultural, sightseeing and touring opportunities include: The beautiful spa towns of Thonon and Evian (30 mins) and Geneva (60 mins) all of which offer long lakeside walks where roller-blading is particularly popular and you can hire a boat or take one of the many cruisers on or around the lake. The medieval town of Yvoir (40 mins) which sits on a promontory of the lake between Thonon and Geneva. Montreaux (45 mins). The beautiful town of Annecy (90 mins) sitting at the northern tip of the lake of the same name. Mont Blanc and Chamonix (90 mins). Les Dents du Midi (70 mins). Simply drive into the mountains to watch the sun go down with an aperitif in one of the many mountain restaurants or do nothing but relax with many accessible health spas, wonderful restaurants and beautiful countryside.
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Rates & Availability
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Additional information about rental rates
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
| Damage Deposit | $405.35 |
Booking Notes:
We specialise in flexible bookings - long weekends and midweek to midweek . Partial occupancy bookings and discounts are also available (other than for New Year and February half term weeks) which vary according to party size. As a guide assume a 20% discount for the use of a maximum of 4 bedrooms but please contact us to discuss your requirements. There are no additional charges for linen, towels, wifi etc
Partial occupancy does not mean sharing the chalet with anyone else.
Changeover Day:
We specialise in flexible bookings to save you £££ in air fares. Please enquire. For pricing purposes we have used Sundays up to February 2018 and Saturdays thereafter unless otherwise stated. Arrival generally not before 4pm and departure by 10am.
Notes on prices:
Prices are for the chalet per week for full occupancy in pounds based on Sunday changeover (note dates and days are flexible). There are no other charges (eg for linen and towels or wifi).
Quotes provided by Owners Direct are based strictly on days in each rate band - the actual rate may be higher or lower eg the rate for February half term will be at the full half term rate if the majority of the booking falls within that period. All payments made to OD are via debit/credit card in pounds sterling. Euros are also welcome but only via our French account rather than via OD.
Please enquire re dates that span booking periods, long weekends and late booking discounts. Partial occupancy rates also available - see booking notes below.
Please check the availability calendar before making an enquiry - it is usually updated within 24 hours of a booking.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- Canceled bookings will not receive a refund
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