Chalet Baloo, Chamonix

Description

Set amongst snow-kissed woodland, Chalet Baloo is everything a luxury ski chalet should be: a luxurious haven crafted from chunky wood, filled with places to snuggle down in style and warmed by a roaring fire. It sits in a wonderfully peaceful position yet is just a few minutes drive to the slopes or to the town centre.

Sleeping twelve guests, Chalet Baloo is pleasingly spacious. The living area is vast, scattered with inviting leather armchairs, zebra cushions and soft rugs. And when you’re not curled up by the fire with a book, dining in style under the oversized candelabra, or taking in the mountain view from the adjoining terrace, the bedrooms are just as inviting, each with a plasma TV and music system.

For those who like to indulge after a long day on the slopes, Baloo’s spa beckons, complete with an indoor plunge pool, Hammam and sauna. For something altogether more refreshing, the outdoor hot tub on the balcony is the perfect spot for sipping bubbles amongst bubbles as the sun goes down or the moon comes up. The chalet will also feature a new outdoor swimming pool, available for summer use.

With a private chef and dedicated staff to look after you, you have no excuse not to be lazy, and make the most of the Baloo’s facilities, including the private cinema downstairs.

Whatever you want can be arranged: dinner on the terrace, a film night with popcorn or even husky rides. We will see to it, leaving you to enjoy those classic Chamonix views.

Larger parties can rent the neighbouring Chalets Amazon Creek and Baby Bear in conjunction with Chalet Baloo to accommodate up to 28 people.

What’s Included

Please call us on +44 (0)203 432 7784 for rates and the latest availability.

Catered rates include:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Champagne and canapés on arrival night
Daily breakfast (continental on 2 mornings)
Daily afternoon tea
4-course dinner (5 nights)
Early children’s dinner on request (5 nights)
1/2 bottle house wine per person per night
Complimentary beers and soft drinks
Luxury linen, towels and bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
Bathroom products
Mid-week linen change
In-resort driver service (8am – 8pm)
In-resort concierge service

Self-catered rates include:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Meet and greet on arrival
Welcome pack with bottle of Champagne, local wine, cheese, jams and charcuteries
Fresh bread and pastries delivered each morning
Daily check and cleaning of spa facilities
Luxury linen, towels and bathrobes
Bathroom products
End of stay cleaning
In-resort concierge service

Please be advised that summer rental will be offered on a self-catered basis.

Location

Chalet Baloo is adjacent to Chalet Amazon Creek and Baby Bear, amongst the trees in the Les Bossons area of the Chamonix Valley.

The nearest ski areas are Brevent/Plan Praz and Les Houches which are both just a 10 minute drive away from this luxury ski chalet. Flegere is 15 minutes away and Grand Montets is 22 minutes away.

The nearest airport is Geneva which is just over an hour’s drive.

Rooms

Chalet Baloo sleeps 12 guests in six rooms.

Bedroom one
Double bedroom on first floor with king-sized/twin beds; en-suite bathroom with bathtub and shower, balcony.

Bedroom two
Double bedroom on ground floor with king-sized/twin beds; en-suite bathroom.

Bedroom three
Double bedroom on ground floor with king-sized/twin beds; en-suite shower room.

Bedroom four
Double bedroom on ground floor with king-sized/twin beds; en-suite shower room, private terrace.

Bedroom five
Double bedroom on ground floor with king-sized/twin beds; en-suite shower room.

Bedroom six
Double bedroom on lower ground floor with king-sized/twin beds;en-suite shower room. Please note that this bedroom currently has no windows.

Chalet Baloo can also be rented alongside Chalet Amazon Creek and Chalet Baby Bear for parties up to 16, or groups of up to 28.

Eating

You’ll be welcomed at Chalet Baloo with a glass of Champagne and canapés, which sets the precedent for the week: fabulous food and drinks.

Wake up to tea or coffee in bed, enjoy cocktails on the balcony before dinner, and let someone else do all the work for you – from topping up your drink to serving up a delicious high tea for your children.

While you get used to your luxurious surrounds, your private chef will be preparing a veritable feast in the chalet’s state-of-the-art kitchen. The menu can be completely tailored to your party, in whatever way you wish – whether you want pancakes for breakfast, chocolate brownies for tea, gastro pub food for dinner, or a 4-course gourmet feast.

You’ll have two evenings a week to sample the local restaurants of Chamonix. Your chalet host will be more than happy to make restaurant recommendations and booking, or simply help arrange a cosy night in with a takeaway.

Alternatively, Chalet Baloo can be offered on a self-catered basis, allowing you to set your own schedule and to explore the wonderful restaurants of Chamonix.

Staff

Firefly pre-arrival concierge service

Chalet staff include:
Chef (catered basis)
Chalet host (catered basis)
Daily housekeeping (catered basis)
In-resort driver (catered basis)
In-resort concierge service

Additional staff such as an in-resort driver, nannies and massage therapists can be arranged on request.

Kids

One thing’s for certain – they won’t want to forget their swimmers. With an outdoor hot tub to splash about in, as well as a heated indoor plunge pool, children will never get bored at Chalet Baloo. If visiting in the summer, there’s the added bonus of an outdoor swimming pool to enjoy!

The chalet’s living area is vast – so there’s lots of space to burn off the last excess energy of the day, play hide and seek, and snuggle on the zebra-cushioned armchairs. And because the chalet is surrounded by gentle banks of snow fringed with trees, it’s safe for full-blown snowball fights and snow angel-making.

Once they’ve tired themselves out, the private cinema room is the perfect place to wind down before bed, curled up on a big leather sofa with a mug of hot chocolate.

Your chef will be happy to do an early evening children’s tea to suit your little ones’ bedtimes and so that you can relax and enjoy your evening meal in peace.

Babysitters can be arranged if you want to explore Chamonix town at night, as well as a private nanny during the day. Highchairs, cots and other baby items can also be provided  – just let us know what you need at the time of booking.