Chalet La Tene, Val d’Isere

Description

If you really want to feel at one with the mountain, Chalet La Tene in Val d’Isère, is the place to be. Nestled into the hillside in the heart of this renowned resort, you can ski right to the door. In fact, you could ski right to the outdoor hot tub if you wanted. The mountain even sneaks its way right into the wine cave here, its craggy rocks making up one of the cellar’s walls.

Chalet La Tene is stupendously stylish. Designed by Oliver Thornton Architects of Stockholm, it exudes contemporary elegance and flair, with all the special touches, bits and bobs you need to ensure it still feels nice and homely.

The upstairs living area is the most spectacular part. With just a few enormous panes of glass separating you from the mountain, light floods in and the panoramic views dominate. On the lounge half of the floor there’s a bar, so you can sink into a pile of faux-fur cushions with a beer from the tap, and drink in that snow-white vista. On the other side there’s a magnificent dining area with the imposing black run, La Face, as its backdrop. The whole living area is surrounded by a sun terrace – perfect for lunch on a fair-weather day.

Downstairs you’ll find some of the bedrooms, which lead onto another deck where you’ll find the 8 person outdoor hot tub. As if the sparkle of surrounding snow wasn’t enough, there’s also a sound system out here to make the moment truly filmic.

Nothing precedes a dip in the hot tub better, of course, than a sauna session or a massage – both of which can be enjoyed in the spa area one floor down. After that, perhaps it’s time to visit the wine cave to select a tipple to accompany dinner, prepared by your chef just the way you want it.

What’s Included

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

Rates include:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Daily breakfast
Daily afternoon tea
Pre-dinner Champagne and canapés (6 nights)
Dinner with wine (6 nights)
Early children’s dinner (6 nights)
Open bar with champagne, spirits, beer and soft drinks
Daily housekeeping
Mid-week towel change
In-chalet ski and boot fitting
In-resort driver service (8am-11pm)
In-resort concierge service

Reviews

“The standard of the chalet was top both and seriously rivalled any six star accommodation anywhere in the world.”

“It was the incredible service we received that made our trip so memorable.”

“The most comfortable surroundings with delicious food and great service.”

“You have done a wonderful job hiring the staff, nothing is too much trouble and all your staff made our kids feel so comfortable and happy.”

Location

Chalet La Tene is a ski-in/ski-out luxury ski chalet in Val d’Isere. The nearest ski lift is just 50m away accessed via the Soleil piste and you can ski back to Chalet La Tene either via Santons or the Soleil. The renowned ‘Le Face’ run can also be seen from the dining room.

The shops, boutiques and restaurants in the town centre are a 10-12 minute walk away or just a 2 minute chauffeured drive.

Chambery airport is just under 2 hours drive and Geneva airport is approximately 3 hours drive away.

Rooms

Chalet La Tene sleeps 12 people in 6 bedrooms.

All bedrooms have TVs, DVD players and a sound system.

Each room is a double, with the option to change to a twin, and all are en-suite with a bathtub and shower.

Eating

Hearty breakfasts and gourmet evening feasts are all par for the course here, but you’ll also be more than delighted to be welcomed back to your luxury ski chalet with a warming afternoon tea every day.

As well as gourmet dining all week, tailored to your party and served when you like, you have your very own bar to enjoy right inside the chalet. So once you’ve finished your glass of champagne served up with delicious canapés before diner, you can play barman for the evening, perfecting your skills at pouring your own beer.

And then there’s the wine cave, crammed with fine wines from the best French vineyards. You can choose your own, or ask the chef for a recommendation to complement dinner.

Staff

Firefly pre-arrival concierge service

Chalet staff include:
Chalet manager
Chef
Chalet hosts
Daily housekeeping
In-resort driver service (8am-11pm)
In-reosrt concierge service

Additional staff such as nannies and massage therapists can be arranged on request.

Kids

Because you’re a snowball’s throw from the mountain, children will love the endless opportunities to head outdoors and play.

There’s lots of space indoors for them to make the place their own, and if you want to enjoy dinner as adults only, they can cosy up next door by the fire in front of a DVD after high tea served up by your chef.

If you want to sample Val d’Isère’s nightlife, nannies and babysitters can be arranged. High chairs, cots and anything else you need for little ones can also be organised in advance for you too.