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Why go to the Alps?
More
famous perhaps as a winter holiday destination, the Alps are also a great place
for a summer break. Against a striking backdrop of imposing peaks and lush
valleys, visitors can simply relax and take in the view, or get to grips with
the impressive range of outdoor activities on offer from walking, to whitewater
rafting to canoeing, summer skiing, and even swimming in the mountain lakes. |
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Evian Royal Palace, Evian |
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Evian Royal Palace, Evian
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Elegant, luxurious rooms and suites, many interconnecting, will accommodate families in comfort whilst 11 restaurants offer a wide choice of dining from simple poolside barbecues to gourmet cuisine.
The Evian Royal Kid’s Resort features a swimming pool, dance studio and stage, so children will be fully occupied with age appropriate activities or excursions. |
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Adults can enjoy a range of activities including golf, tennis, archery and climbing or simply relax in the superb spa. |
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NURSERY 0-2yrs. Opening in 2007. Details on request.
KID'S CLUB 2-11yrs (free of charge). Open daily from 08.30-18.00hrs
Children free to select activities including:
Treasure hunt – Cake and Pastry Workshop – Mini-Olympics – Circus Acts – Giant Draughts Board – Swimming Pool - Disguises – Shows – Making puppets and wooden toys – Making mobiles –Clay models
NURSERY 0-2yrs. Opening in 2007. Details on request.
TEEN'S CLUB 12-18yrs (free of charge). Painting - Sculpture – Glass engraving - Climbing wall – Pony – Ski – Tennis – Football – Archery – Sledging – Dance – Adventure maze – Grass hockey – Rollerblades – Swimming pool – Tracking animals
KID'S POOL Yes
PLAYGROUND Yes
BABYSITTING From €9.50 per hour (up to 2 children)
BABY FACILITIES ON REQUEST Highchairs, sterilisers, baby baths and changing mats |
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Chalet/Hotel Au Coin du Feu, Les Prodains, Morzine France |
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Chalet/hotel Au Coin du Feu, Les Prodains, Morzine France
Contact: www.chillypowder.com
Or email Paul or Vicky on info@chillypowder.com
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Morzine, a traditional market town is situated on the French Swiss borders an hour from Geneva airport. Our chalet is three kilometers out of Morzine at the bottom of the cable car that takes you up to Avoriaz, so in the winter we can ski to the door, in the summer we are surrounded by fields full of wild flowers, woods and streams. We have been running Chilly Powder for 12 years, so can help you in every aspect of your holiday. |
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Francesca and Paul welcome you to their family home that was designed and built by themselves 6 years ago. ‘Au Coin du Feu’- ‘By the fireside’ was named with a 4 sided fireplace in mind, which is the central feature of this wonderful chalet. There are 17 ensuite bedrooms and all bedrooms are themed and include: The honeymoon room with a four poster bed and Jacuzzi bath, the Marine room, the Winter room with a mezzanine upstairs, the Music room, with an adjoining twin room for the children ……Four of our rooms are on split levels to accommodate the children but also to give you a bit of privacy.
All bedrooms are ensuite and are supplied with Molton Brown products
Sauna and massage room
Outdoor hot tub Jacuzzi
Crèche for the little ones and a games room with a pool table and play station for the older children
Private bar with a satellite and wide screen television
Delicious food and excellent wines 6 evenings a week
Library with Wi fi and Pool table
Large garden surrounded by streams woods and fields |
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A crèche, run by qualified nannies, in the winter on a 6 day basis and in the summer on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The excellent childcare available means that you can indulge in your chosen pursuit knowing that your children are having a ball too. The nannies take the children out on treasure hunts, to the parks, coloring, and painting, making cakes, generally lots and lots of fun. Francesca and Paul have three young children so know what mums and dads need to make their lives easier! There are plenty of toys for all ages and a kitchenette for parents with bottle warmers, sterilizes, a washing machine and tumble dryer, a microwave and basic cooking facilities. There are 2 play areas, a soft play for the babies and toddlers and then a separate playroom for the bigger children. |
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Cycling and mountain biking. Les Gets and Morzine are home to the Mountain biking world cup championships. Taking the chairlifts up takes the strains of coming down and it means that you can cover miles and miles of the area in a shorter time. The Tour de France comes through the area every two years so there are some amazing and challenging road routes. The chalet is chosen by The Tour de France to host one of the teams.
Rafting and Canoeing 30 mins from Morzine, grade 2 and 3 rapids and with organized family rafts too, giving your children a thrilling day out on the river accompanied by experienced instructors.
Parapenting: The parapente school is in the centre of Morzine and Albert the owner was the French champion, so you feel very safe in his hands!
Swimming and Tennis: Morzine has 8 tennis courts and 3 different sized pools. Tennis lessons available – or just court bookings. There is a 50 meter, then a children’s pool and a baby pool with slides and climbing frames, also a restaurant on site so you can spend the day chilling out at the pool.
Acra-branche: An adult and child’s climbing frame all through the trees. Very technical but great fun with death slides, ropes, nets etc. Something that the children are often better at than the parents!
Speed boat: Chilly powder have a 8 meter sports cruiser on lake Geneva; so if you want a day of champagne and picnics, doughnut ting, swimming in crystal clear waters and visiting the medieval town of Yvoire, then Paul can take you and the kids out for the day.
Horse riding: Do you want to ride up into the mountains, have a BBQ, camp out under the stars and then trek down again the following day? There is a fantastic riding school in Morzine with Shetland ponies for the tinies and 1hr and up treks for the experienced riders.
Trekking: There are the most beautiful alpine walks here, which you can do with or with out a guide. Francesca and Paul have trekked most of the area, so can advise you on where to go to find the best views and areas. If you want to go trekking with the children, Philippe can take you up with his donkeys so the babies can ride in the baskets, giving you a lighter walk up.
There are many other places to visit and things to do, great lakes, medieval towns and beautiful chateaux and museums. Paul and Francesca have lived in Morzine for 13 years so can give you all sorts of advice on where to go and what to see. |
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Francesca trained as a chef, so food is very very important to her. They have highly qualified chefs and Francesca hosts dinner every evening. Breakfasts are both continental and cooked and vary daily. On your return from your day’s activities afternoon tea is provided. You can have a sauna and massage and then drinks in the bar or in the Jacuzzi outside. In the evening chefs will cook a delicious 4 course meal including canapés, great wines coffee and chocolates. Vegetarians and any other special dietsare catered for. The children’s meals are at 6.00pm and are fresh and simple. Food processors available to puree foods for the babies. There are plenty of high chairs, bibs, baby spoons etc., plus lots of Advent bottles so you just need to bring the teats. |
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1 hr 15 mins flight time from London to Geneva and then 1 hr 30 mins transfer time to the chalet. A car is very useful in the summer as there is so much to see nearby. |
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465-545 Euros half board. 25% discount for the children sharing a twin room. Substantial discounts for the whole family if sharing a family room. Under 2’s 75 € in a cot |
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chalet concept one, Chamonix |
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chalet concept one, Chamonix (www.conceptchalets.com)
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Based in the breathtaking valley of Chamonix, concept one chalet is the ultimate summer sanctuary, somewhere to relax, unwind and re-charge in complete luxury.
With stunning views of the mountains from all aspects, the chalet is as unique and special as its surroundings. The open-plan living and dining area, soft lighting and understated modern furnishings create a sense of calm and tranquillity. The discreet but attentive service and gorgeous dinner menus all add to the sense of well-being.
The chalet garden has an enormous east-facing deck bordering a lush forest of pines, ideal for outdoor exercise, massage, barbecues or simply sunning yourself in complete privacy. Within the chalet is a dedicated sauna and spa area, with a full range of beauty and massage treatments available.
There are numerous mountain and glacier activities, including some of the best mountain biking and climbing in Europe. You can choose just how active you want to be; from climbing a mountain or glacier, to trail hiking, bike riding, white water rafting, parapenting or a week of yoga and meditation, everything will be arranged for you. Concept One partner with YogAlpine, a husband and wife guiding service, who have devised a number of weekly itineraries centred around one or more of the following mountain activities - hiking, mountaineering, climbing, canyoning, and mountain-biking - followed by an evening yoga session, for you to meditate and stretch afterwards. All activities are completely flexible and each week is tailor-made to suit your individual requirement.
Whether you simply want to relax and soak in the peace and tranquillity of this unique setting or to push your mind and body to the limit, concept one is the perfect place to discover what the mountains have to offer in summertime.
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The chalet offers accommodation for 10 (with room for two extra children) and is available to let as a whole, throughout the year, on a weekly basis.
Each of the five individually designed, en-suite bedrooms has plasma TV, DVD player and internet, whilst the candlelit bathrooms are the perfect haven at the end of your day.
Within the chalet is a dedicated sauna and spa room where guests can enjoy a range of treatments including a choice of massage techniques - shiatsu, Thai, neuromuscular, aromatherapy, reiki, reflexology, as well as exclusive Elemis sensory beauty therapies for the face and body.
The team of six staff including gourmet chef will ensure you have everything you could wish for throughout your stay.
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The chalet is equipped with baby car-seats, buggies, stair gates and high chairs. Children's dining is entirely flexible, and kiddies' menus and early dining times can be organised. The chalet has a well-stocked toy box for younger children as well as a good range of board games and DVDs. Approved baby-sitters and child minders can be booked in advance of your stay (extra charge).
The chalet has special multi-activity programmes which allow children to try out a variety of outdoor activities such as climbing, white water rafting, hiking with donkeys, horse-riding, assault courses, mountain biking, orienteering, paragliding. And if they're not feeling quite so adventurous, swimming, ice-skating, bowling and the summer luge are all within easy reach of the chalet. Alternatively, activity sessions in the chalet such as baking, arts and craft, cookery, even French lessons can be provided.
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Summer prices range from £6,000 to £9,500 for the entire chalet, sleeping 10 adults plus 2 extra children.
Included in the weekly rate is:
- Direct private transfer from airport to Chalet
- Welcome champagne on arrival
- Early morning tea and coffee in your room
- Cooked or Continental breakfast of your choice
- Afternoon tea and newspapers
- Open drinks cabinet - a selection of wines, spirits, beers and soft drinks
- Gourmet food for 6 evenings of your stay
- Telephone, fax and internet facilities
- Flat-screen TV, DVD and internet in all rooms
- Stunning natural location with spectacular views of the Mt Blanc massif
- Outdoor Jacuzzi/Indoor Sauna
- In-house spa with full range of massage and beauty treatments (optional extras)
- A child friendly Chalet complete with cots, stair gates, highchairs and toys
- 2 chauffeur driven 4x4 chalet vehicles at your disposal, to take you wherever, whenever, as often as you like. The value of this service should not be under estimated
Read our Ski guide entry for chalet concept one
Read our Luxury Villas guide entry for chalet concept one
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Chalet Gallois, Chamonix |
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Gallois, Chamonix (www.chaletinthemountains.com)
Contact: Helen stay@chaletinthemountains.com |
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Situated
in the picturesque village of Les Houches in the foothills of the Chamonix
Valley this chalet is ideally suited to families for both summer and winter
holidays. Located on a quiet road it is safe for children. It is also
convenient for the supermarket and other amenities. The views of the Mont Blanc
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Tastefully
furnished, this modern chalet sleeps 8. There are two double rooms (one
en-suite) a twin room and twin beds on a mezzanine area. Plus a second bathroom
with a hydrotherapy bath. This chalet can be linked to chalet Cerf and is ideal
for a couple of families or groups of up to 16. A 'meals on wheels' catering
service is also available.
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DVD,
hi-fi, tv with English channels, video. A fully equipped modern kitchen
including dishwasher, micro-wave, washing machine, toaster, coffee machine etc.
Cots, high chairs, potties etc can be supplied on demand.
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Activities
range from ski-ing, hiking, rafting, cycling and climbing with a wonderful
natural lake within a 10 minute drive which is ideal for toddlers and
adolescences alike. In winter the husky rides depart within a stones throw from
the chalet and the garden is ideal for sledging! In summer the road around the
chalet is ideal for kiddie bike riding while parents relax on the sunny
terrace. There is a snow garden in winter for the little ones and ski lessons
for those over 4yrs. Babysitters can be arranged on request.
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Prices
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Chalet Cerf, Chamonix |
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Chalet
Cerf, Chamonix (www.chaletinthemountains.com)
Contact: Helen stay@chaletinthemountains.com |
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Situated
in the picturesque village of Les Houches in the foothills of the Chamonix
Valley this chalet is ideally suited to families for both summer and winter
holidays. Located on a quiet road it is safe for children. It is also
convenient for the supermarket and other amenities. The views of the Mont Blanc
are spectacular from the terrace.
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Tastefully
furnished, this modern chalet sleeps 8. There are two double rooms (one
en-suite, one with additional toilette/washroom), a twin room and twin beds on
a mezzanine area. Plus a second bathroom with a power shower. This chalet can
be linked to chalet Gallois and is ideal for a couple of families or a group of
up to 16. A 'meals on wheels' catering service is also available. |
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DVD,
hi-fi, tv with English channels, video. A fully equipped modern kitchen
including dishwasher, micro-wave, washing machine, toaster, coffee machine etc.
Cots, high chairs, potties etc can be supplied on demand.
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Activities
range from ski-ing, hiking, rafting, cycling and climbing with a wonderful
natural lake within a 10 minute drive which is ideal for toddlers and
adolescences alike. In winter the husky rides depart within a stones throw from
the chalet and the garden is ideal for sledging! In summer the road around the
chalet is ideal for kiddie bike riding while parents relax on the sunny
terrace. There is a snow garden in winter for the little ones and ski lessons
for those over 4yrs. Babysitters can be arranged on request.
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Prices
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