Chalet Marmotte
- Style
- Piste-side pizzazz
- Setting
- Courchevel, French Alps
Chalet Marmotte’s slope-side setting in the peaceful hamlet of Belvédère is a stone's throw away from the Trois Vallées’ 400 miles of runs. The Vanoise National Park is pure heaven for dedicated skiers and a tonic for those wanting to get away from it all. If it’s Alpine glamour you crave then the Michelin-starred wonders of Courchevel 1850 are only a few minutes away.
Need to know
Sleeps10 in five bedrooms including a mezzanine, which is ideal for children
Ideal forThe perfect mix of stunning scenery, unparalleled skiing and high-society partying
Rates€13,500 to €21,500 including chalet staff, champagne and canapés on arrival, breakfast and afternoon tea, fresh flowers and daily newspapers.
Minimum hireOne week normally starting on Friday, although rental periods may vary slightly throughout the season.
AlsoSmoking is not allowed in the chalet. A Sony Vaio laptop and PlayStation 2 with a selection of games can be pre-booked. There is WiFi access throughout the chalet and the TV has a full Sky package.
In the know
Eating and DrinkingThe dining table seats eight comfortably and has views of the piste. Fresh bread and croissants are delivered every morning and guests are welcomed with a champagne and canapé reception. A private chef or shopping service can be arranged and there is a chargeable chalet bar, a wine cellar and a shopping service on request. Supermarket: Casino supermarket is 100 metres downhill from the main Forum Centre in 1850 and has the widest choice of food and wine in Courchevel. The smaller Sherpa supermarket is in the Forum Centre itself.
Deli: Chez le Gaulois at Le Forum in Courchevel has a extensive selection of regional specialities, including hams and cheeses, and a superb range of cognac.
Off-licence: For first-rate French wine and champagne, head to Le Baricou on rue des Verdons (+33 (0)479 00 77 72).
HousekeepingThere is a housekeeping service each morning. If you have special requirements then, with a little advanced warning, the staff can make the necessary arrangements.
ChildrenWelcome. The mezzanine bedroom with its beanbags and TV is ideal for kids. In-chalet child care can be organised and highchairs and cots are available. The chalet manager can arrange children’s ski lessons.
EntertainmentThere's a CD player in the main sitting room with a large selection of discs. It’s worth forking out for your own chef at Chalet Marmotte. He can expertly prepare French cuisine tailored to your requirements. Other in-chalet services include massage and beauty therapies.
ProvidedChalet staff, Egyptian cotton bed linen, towels, luxury toiletries and fresh flowers. Newspapers and firewood are delivered daily.
Packing tipsKeep up with the style-conscious Courchevel set and sport a Chanel ski suit and quilted leather skis.
Booking process30 per cent of the total cost is payable when booking as well as an €8,000 refundable damages deposit. Full payment is due one month before arrival. The deposit is not refundable if you cancel your booking.
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