9 chalets for between 6 and 16 guests
The skiing
Val d’Isère links with neighbouring Tignes to create the incredible Espace Killy, named after local hero Jean Claude Killy. Monsieur Killy learnt to ski in Val d’Isère (he is reputed to have trimmed a few branches of the forest above Le Fornet to make the tree skiing easier!) and went on to win medals in nearly every category in the 1968 Winter Olympics. Known for consistently excellent snow conditions due to its high altitude, and micro-climate, the area is something of a Mecca for advanced skiers with lots of steep runs, challenging bumps and vast amounts of outstanding off-piste. That’s not to say mere mortals are neglected: free lifts are available for those making their initial forays into the sport and there are glorious intermediate runs with easy access in both Val d’Isère and Tignes. There's a huge variety of lunches on offer in the many mountain restaurants, ranging from simple self-service pasta to delicious, refined cuisine served in relaxed surroundings.
The area
If nightlife is as important on your holiday as the skiing then look no further than Val d’Isère! Renowned for its many bars, restaurants and clubs, there’s live music, pool and table football, chic cocktails, designer dinners, fancy beers and dancing all night in this vibrant town. Just ask your chalet host for recommendations – they will know! The huge range of shops sell everything from designer labels and fur coats to all the latest freestyle kit those guys in the park have. Of course you’ll also find the usual postcards, saucisson and lethal liquor shops for presents. The village bakery has an eye-dazzling range of pastries and patisserie: dangerous territory for the famished skier! Getting from one end of Val d’Isère to another is simple too, with free, very regular buses running between La Daille at one end of the valley and Le Fornet at the other until late into the evening.
The chalets
We have 9 chalets in Val d’Isère, starting with the rustic charm that is ‘Du Berger’, sleeping 16 with two useful triple rooms and good access to the slopes. Then there are our our six ‘Cacholet’ chalets, designed and built by us to a very high standard. Sleeping from 6 to 14 guests, they each have the same facilities: ensuite bathrooms and balconies for all rooms, good-sized lounges, log fireplaces and plenty of storage and hot water. We recently installed a very large outdoor hot tub - which has become rather popular - and all six chalets also have free Wi-Fi access. Top of the pile are the stunning La Bouclia and Pierre de Compia, which are among the very best in the region. La Pierre de Compia was even labelled one of the ‘World’s Coolest Chalets’ by ‘Harpers Bazaar’ magazine. And the only reason they didn’t include La Bouclia is because they didn’t go inside it! They’re definitely worth that little extra!
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