Mr & Mrs Smith

Chalet de la Cloche

Tignes Les Brévières, France

Chalet de la Cloche occupies an enviable position at the foot of the Espace Killy lift system, next to the clock tower in the centre of Tignes Les Brévières, a traditional Alpine village high in the French Alps. This spacious chalet can sleep up to 16 guests and its expert team includes a chalet manager, chauffeur and chef. Although the village may be wonderfully serene, the nearest ski lift is just two minutes walk away and will speed you up to the popular resorts of Tignes and Val d’Isere which are both part of the vast Espace Killy ski area. Even in the height of summer the high altitude and the glaciers means you can snap on your skis and head for the slopes.

Need to know

• Rates information From £12,000 to £30,000 a week for entire chalet but it is also possible to book individual rooms.
• Ideal for Active ski holidays and family breaks within a quieter village setting.
• Sleeps 12 guests in total, plus an apartment for another four at an extra cost. Rooms can also be booked individually.
• Minimum hire One week in winter. Long weekends are available in the summer months.
• Children Welcome. The chalet is fully equipped and can supply essentials such as high chairs, children’s cutlery and kids’ menus. Qualified nannies, babysitters and ski school instructors can be arranged.
• Booking process Smith deposit taken when you book. Deposits must accompany the booking form and full payment must be made 12 weeks before arrival. For bookings made within 12 weeks of arrival payment must be made in full at the time of booking.
• Also There’s WiFi throughout the chalet. An excellent collection of design-focused books is available in the salon on the top floor.

Floor plan

• Every room in the chalet emphasises space and comfort. Each bedroom has its own balcony and en suite bathroom and is decorated in a chic, contemporary style.
• Bedrooms

  Apartment: This two-bedroom apartment is on the ground floor. One bedroom has an ensuite shower room and separate WC and the other has an ensuite bathroom. There is a shared living and dining room with a kitchenette.
  Bedroom 1: A sleek black and white colour scheme and black velvet bedspread set a sophisticated tone. This room has an en suite bath and shower room and is also adapted for disabled guests (including those that have the misfortune to injure themselves skiing).
  Bedroom 2: With bold, striking colours, an en suite bathroom and a balcony overlooking the centre of the village, this first floor room is one of the two master bedrooms. It has a plasma TV.
  Bedroom 3: With a slightly more feminine style than Bedroom 4, this en suite bedroom also has a balcony and exposed beams.
  Bedroom 4: On the second floor, this red and grey bedroom faces away from the road. It has a balcony and a slightly smaller en suite bathroom than the other bedrooms.
  Bedroom 5: This is the second master bedroom with the best views in the chalet. It has a large grey granite shower and bathroom.
  Bedroom 6: Decorated with rich red fabrics this bedroom on the top floor has an en suite bathroom, too.

• Kitchen The main kitchen is on the top floor next to the dining area. It’s fully equipped with essentials such as a DeDietrich oven and an ice machine and the chalet staff prepare fabulous meals here. There’s a Gaggia coffee machine in the dining room itself.
• Living room The living room is a very relaxed, sophisticated space. A large stone fire provides a focal point and there are large leather sofas next to the large plasma screen TV. An extensive library of DVDs, board games and books is provided. There’s a horseshoe-shaped balcony that runs the entire length of the living and dining room, providing excellent views and extra outside space.
• Dining room The dining area is in the top-floor salon next to the main living area. The dining table comfortably seats all 16 guests and looks out across the balcony to the clock tower. There’s the additional option of eating out on the balcony itself.
• Poolside There’s a cedar-wood hot tub outside on the heated terrace.
• Gardens Although you’re right in the heart of the village there’s a peaceful little terrace to the rear of the chalet.
• Private parking There’s one indoor parking space at the chalet and an additional space outside.