Stylish elegance is combined with an idyllic setting in these luxury ski chalets

Les Gets is the perfect blend of pure mountain splendour and historic charm, of world-class skiing, spectacular golf and unsurpassed beauty.

Located in the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski area, between Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc, the resort of Les Gets is a well-kept secret, popular with the French and others in the know. Traditional and unspoilt, Les Gets is a beautiful and authentic Savoyard mountain village, with charm and character in every corner. The buildings are a lovely mix of wood and stone, all in traditional style. The village has done much to preserve its history. Les Gets enjoys some of the finest views in the Alps, across alpine meadows toward the stunning, snow-capped Mont Blanc.

Les Gets is conveniently located only an hour from Geneva in the massive Portes du Soleil area. A skier’s paradise, Portes du Soleil vies for the title of the largest ski area in Europe, with 201 interconnected lifts servicing a staggering 650 kilometres of groomed pistes that sprawl across 12 areas, eight in France and four in Switzerland. The scenery is breathtaking and ever changing as you ski from one valley to the next, with magnificent views of the Dents du Midi, Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva.

For those in search of great skiing, a pretty town and a short transfer, Les Gets is the perfect choice.

Within this popular alpine town, the superb, south-facing domain of only nine ski chalets offers one of the few opportunities to own a newly built luxury ski property in a prime location.

Combining traditional elegance with modern sophistication, this is where alpine chic meets luxurious Savoyard style. The ski chalets are being built from traditional materials and finished to the highest specification. The exterior showcases an exquisite blend of Douglas Fir wood, stonework and traditional plaster, while the wooden roof adds a touch of alpine authenticity rarely seen in new-build chalets.

The luxurious ski chalets offer a comfortable atmosphere reminiscent of a rustic mountain lifestyle, featuring 69-139m² of living space with three or five bedrooms. The deluxe chalets boast stunning views of the surrounding mountains and slopes and come with private balconies of 14-34m². The stylish kitchens and bathrooms are fully fitted and equipped. The bedrooms are nicely appointed with carpets, while the living areas come with tiled flooring for easy-going elegance. The cosy wood-burning stove gives the authentic alpine chalets character and warmth. Each elegant mountain home enjoys its own parking space and storage.

Owners may take advantage of full property management operated by an established company that has been handling luxury chalet rentals in Tignes since 1999.

This is mountain living at its finest.

Prices: From €550,000.

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Alpine beauty envelops this inviting jewel

Indisputably part of the crème de la crème of world ski regions, the Espace Killy, combining Val d’Isère and Tignes, ranks highly among any keen skier’s Top 10 resorts. And deservedly so.

Rising to France's highest skiable glacier of La Grande Motte, the Espace Killy is one of the finest and most extensive ski areas anywhere: two glaciers, 300 kilometres of piste, 90 ski lifts, a top altitude of 3450 metres and an exemplary snow record. This is truly a first-class destination for skiers of all standards throughout the season.

Considered the prettiest place in the whole of the Espace Killy, Les Brévières is a traditional Savoyard village dating back to the 13th century, replete with enchanting stone farmhouses, narrow streets and wooden chalets.

Set high in the French Alps at 1550 metres, Les Brévières is perfectly situated at the foot of the Espace Killy ski domaine. Fully integrated into the vast Val d'Isère and Tignes area, Les Brévières has an excellent snow record with excellent off-piste opportunities and some of the most varied ski terrain in France.

This hidden gem offers the rare and unique combination of authentic village charm and picture-perfect views, together with immediate access to world-class skiing. With a variety of bars and restaurants and just ten minutes from cosmopolitan Val d'Isère, this is the perfect location for optimal skiing and authentic mountain village life.

Enjoying a fabulous elevated setting in Les Brévières, these ski-in ski-out chalets boast lovely views of Tignes and the village, the surrounding mountains and the lake in Les Brévières.

Offering the pinnacle in luxury mountain homes, the prestigious enclave is destined to be the point of convergence for all the elements of the good life.

With a masterful blend of fine architectural details and stunning furnishings, the exceptional mountain homes are picture-perfect and move-in-ready. The architecture draws its inspiration from the Savoyard chalets in their most noble expression, with refined materials such as brushed wood, wooden floors, local stone and authentic wrap-around balconies.

Encompassing 120-220m² of impeccable living area, the elegant chalets offer five to six en suite bedrooms, modern kitchens by Mobalpa and fabulous living spaces. The fully furnished ski residences enjoy the finest luxury touches of a modern home, including flat-screen TVs and state-of-the-art cinema systems with surround sound.

Chalet residents may also make use of the beautiful indoor pool, sauna, boot room and parking spaces, all available on-site. Owners may take advantage of full property management from a company that has been successfully managing luxury chalets in Tignes since 1999.

Set in one of the most desirable mountain retreats, these stylish ski chalets offer the epitome of Alpine luxury.

Prices: From €960,000.

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Superlative mountain homes in a singular setting

Deep in the heart of the Alps, in a dramatic landscape famed for its skiing, lies the picturesque resort of Méribel. The village, located in the valley of Les Allues, is at the very heart of the world’s largest ski resort, Les Trois Vallées. Consisting of 600 kilometres of slopes set amid breathtaking scenery, the Courchevel Valley and Val Thorens are situated on either side of Les Allues.

Buying in Méribel offers a central position in the area, an excellent base to explore the whole of the Three Valleys, with the huge variety of ski runs and facilities available. Méribel, with its quaint Savoyard architecture, high-altitude skiing and international appeal, continues to attract property buyers.

This Méribel ski property for sale offers a rare opportunity to buy into one of France’s premier ski resorts, offering the best in facilities and pistes, while retaining the picture-postcard look of the traditional alpine village amidst the magnificent snow-capped mountains of the Alps.

Boasting one of the world’s most desirable locations, the prestigious enclave is destined to be the point of convergence for all the elements of the good life. The exclusive mountain homes sit in the heart of Méribel, boasting exceptional views over the valley and La Chapelle Notre Dame des Neiges. The ski property is wonderfully located, only a few minutes from the main ski lift and from the boutiques, restaurants and bars of the Méribel town centre.

There are just eight exclusive and luxurious residences, offering old-world charm with all the comforts and sophistication of a modern luxury dream home. The development consists of three chalets; one large chalet comprising six apartments and two individual chalets. The apartments range from a 2-bedroom suite of 73m² to a 4-bedroom duplex of 157m². There are also two detached chalets of three and four bedrooms, with living spaces of 130m² and 180m² respectively. Several ski apartments will feature a balcony or terrace with valley views, and all will come with two parking spaces and individual storage space.

Buyers have the option to alter floor plans and select interiors, ensuring all requirements of that bespoke dream home are met in style.

Personifying all that is glamorous and gorgeous about the French Alps, an elegance made of beauty and true craftsmanship gives the houses a comfortable and warm ambience. The classic freehold chalets and apartments will be built using wood and natural stone in traditional Savoyard-style architecture. The stylish residences will be decorated to your specification, preferences and personal tastes.

This property represents mountain luxury at its finest.

Prices: From €720,000.

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A new prestigious residential address facing Europe’s highest mountaintop, Mont Blanc

Located in the French Alps, Chamonix is the perfect blend of pure mountain splendour, old Savoyard culture, world-class skiing, stunning hiking and unsurpassed beauty.

Chamonix lies in one of the most spectacular valleys of the French Alps, dominated by the beauty of the Mont Blanc chain to the south and the Aiguilles Rouges to the north. Situated close to Italy and Switzerland, Chamonix enjoys easy access to three countries. It is also conveniently placed just an hour from Geneva Airport, making it an ideal destination for a weekend break.

The natural beauty and breathtaking scenery of the region is incomparable, and with a bustling Alpine town and abundance of outdoor activities on offer, it is apparent why Chamonix is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. Chamonix is a vibrant town with a wonderful architectural heritage that bears witness to a wealth of history: the Priory, alpine farms, baroque churches, Art Deco buildings and palaces from the Golden Era.

Chamonix Mont Blanc has been long recognized for its first-class skiing and mountaineering, hailed as not only one of France’s top resorts but as one of the world’s best ski destinations. It is also widely recognized as the World Capital of Mountaineering.

For skiers and snowboarders, Chamonix offers more than 150 kilometres of ski slopes, 90% of which are situated above 2000 metres. Its reputation as a Mecca for expert skiers, however, hides the wide selection of beautiful sunny pistes that are perfect for ski “cruisers.”

Chamonix is not just a winter ski resort. The cosmopolitan town is a true year-round destination, even more lively in the summer. There are up to 100,000 visitors per day during the summer, compared to around 60,000 in winter. The summer visitors are drawn by an extraordinary choice of sports activities: 350 kilometres of marked hiking trails, 40 kilometres of mountain bike tracks, plus rock climbing, mountaineering, white water rafting, canyoning, fishing and paragliding. There is also an 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Senior – and lots more.

Here is a unique opportunity to own an elegant residence prestigiously located in Les Moussoux, one of the most sought-after areas of Chamonix and with dazzling views overlooking Mont Blanc. The luxury duplex apartment is a 5-minute walk to the new cable car station of Le Brevent and seven minutes from the centre of Chamonix.

The 4-bedroom chalet apartment exudes the essence of craftsmanship and timeless elegance, while providing a sophisticated living environment to enjoy any occasion. It offers 160m² of stylish living space and is finished to the highest standard with natural stone, oak parquet and underfloor heating in the bathrooms.

The impressive living room boasts a grand fire chimney and south-oriented panoramic windows, which open to a 28m² terrace facing the Alps. The laundry room and kitchen are completely equipped and finished with high-quality materials, including granite working surfaces.

The mountain home also enjoys a 60m² garden, two parking spaces, cellar and ski lockers.

This is an exquisite lifestyle investment, where multimillion-dollar views meet classic elegance.

Price: €1.675 million.

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Luxurious chalet graced with stunning mountain scenery and breathtaking panoramas

Spectacular in style and setting, this is a unique opportunity to purchase one of the best examples of a Savoyard chalet in the Haute Savoie.

Nestled on the French-Swiss border, Chatel is an enchanting Savoyard village and forms part of the enormous Portes du Soleil ski area. This magnificent region is the largest linked ski area in the world and offers over 650 kilometres of piste, connecting 12 resorts including Avoriaz in France and Champéry in Switzerland.

Whatever your skiing needs and expertise, you will find it here. There are excellent, easily accessible nursery slopes, mile upon mile of easy blues and reds for the intermediates, and some of the most challenging black runs in the Alps, including the notorious La Chavanette (The Swiss Wall), for the more advanced. The Portes du Soleil has a fantastic snow record. Its location in the northern French Alps and its proximity to Lac Leman and Mont Blanc mean that the area receives on average more snow then anywhere else in the Alps.

The ski chalet is steeped in history and natural beauty, boasting a south-facing setting with panoramic views across the valley. The gorgeous chalet is not just one of the oldest buildings in Chatel, it is a landmark in the village. Being one of the first properties in the village, originally as a Savoyard farmhouse built around 1890, it enjoys a privileged location: three minutes walk to the village centre, five minutes to the nearest lift (Super Chatel telecabine), and a bus stop just around the corner.

The 11-bedroom chalet consists of three separate quarters, all under a single roof and adjoining with full access. It is comprised of a 6-bedroom main residence, a 3-bedroom apartment that can be integrated as part of the main chalet, and a 2-bedroom loft apartment on the top, which to date has been used as staff quarters. With a small amount of renovation, it can be integrated into a spectacular chalet with six or seven ensuite bedrooms. Alternatively, left as is, it can continue to be run as a successful business.

The 734m² chalet has been meticulously renovated and restored to offer all of the modern amenities while preserving its traditional style and grace.

Intended for full-scale entertaining and comfortable living, this classic chalet is tastefully appointed on all five levels. The living space consists of a grand entrance with a beautiful exposed staircase offering direct access to either of the two lounges. One is more formal with an open fire, and the second is a more casual lounge currently used as a media room.

There is an exceptional dining room with a wonderful wooden table and dazzling valley views. The family kitchen is equally impressive, with granite countertops and all the appliances you would expect in a modern kitchen. The kitchen features a small informal dining and breakfast area.

Each bedroom is full of character and charm, having incorporated original Savoyard furnishings, while retaining traditional features such as 100-year-old exposed beams.

Located in a place of timeless beauty and great tranquillity, the chalet offers breathtaking views across the valley from all rooms. The grounds of 2,385m2 have been beautifully landscaped to create an expansive wooden deck with wood-fired hot tub, a kitchen garden and flat lawn that is shaded by a majestic century-old tilleul tree. The large terrace surrounds the chalet, ensuring the sun is captured from sunrise to sunset. This area can be easily accessed from several rooms, inviting indoor/outdoor living.

The architecture, ambiance and setting of this luxury ski property offer gracious alpine living at its finest.

Price: €2.5 million (including furniture).

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This is the ideal Alpine ski chalet: modern living blended with supreme comfort and a subtle sense of tradition

For those in the know, Megève is the hidden gem of the French Alps. It is as beautiful as a French ski resort can be: a picture postcard village setting of narrow cobbled streets, horse-drawn sleighs, great skiing, sublime restaurants and stunning scenery.

With 300 kilometres of ski runs, Megève is an alpine winter wonderland located in the heart of the French Alps, set against the backdrop of the regal Mont Blanc.

This ski-in, ski-out chalet lies in a beautiful natural setting and provides an elegant style of living that combines respect for the Savoyard tradition, exquisite craftsmanship and the most contemporary of comforts.

The exclusive mountain home is the picture of refined living, offering world-class luxury with stunning views over the Aravis mountain range and Mont Charvin. The newly built and architect-designed chalet features 400m² of stylish living space, ideal for entertaining and relaxation.

The luxury ski residence consists of a master bedroom with fireplace, four more bedrooms, an impressive living room opening onto the terrace, kitchen, dining room and lounge with fireplace. The property comes with a spa, indoor swimming pool, relaxation area with bar and game area, playroom, wine cellar and dormitory.

The deluxe chalet enjoys a southwest-facing terrace of 36m² and a lovely garden of 200m². There are five parking spaces.

This chalet is wonderfully situated in the prestigious district of Rochebrune, near the village centre and ski lifts.

The architecture and ambiance of this exceptional property are the epitome of gracious alpine living at its finest.

Price: €4.8 million.

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