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Sauna
TV snug/playroom
Wine cellar
This traditional Savoyard farmhouse has been tastefully renovated with a warm and cosy feel and offers all the modern facilities one would expect from a luxury ski chalet. Professionally staffed, your private chef will prepare meals using the finest ingredients while the chalet host ensures your every whim is catered for on your luxury ski holiday here.
The heart of the chalet is the double height open plan living space which opens onto a south facing balcony overlooking the mountains and stunning Mont de Grange. The log burning fire, cocktail bar and dedicated TV snug/playroom are arranged with everyone’s comfort in mind, allowing both adults and children to find space to relax. Outdoors you will find a bubbling hot tub or why not relax in the sauna?
Six tastefully decorated bedrooms accommodate up to 12 guests (including a family suite of a double room and joining bunk room). Many of the bedrooms have direct access to the south facing balcony or garden terrace where there are enclosed gardens.
La Grange au Merle caters for both friends and families seeking a holiday which provides plenty of action and indulgent quality time. For the adults, the carnotzet can be found in the cave under the chalet with an enticing selection of wines waiting to be savoured. Perfect for an evening after a thrilling day in the beautiful Portes du Soleil ski domain. And, there is plenty to keep children entertained, from the outdoor playhouse, toys and games/arts and crafts supplies, early suppers can also be arranged at their very own children’s table.
La Grange au Merle is located just a 2 minute drive or 10 minute walk from the centre of Châtel, which forms part of the Portes du Soleil ski area. As well an extensive ski area, Châtel has a great selection of bars, restaurants and shops to choose from.
Châtel is approximately 1hr 40mins drive from Geneva airport.
Please call us on +44 (0)203 432 7784 for rates and the latest availability.
Self-catered rates include:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Arrival bottle of Champagne
Linen, towels and bathroom products
Mid-week cleaning (excludes linen change)
End of stay cleaning
In-resort concierge service
Relaxed catered rates include: *
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Arrival bottle of Champagne
Private chef service (one evening)
2-course meal delivery (three evenings)
Linen, towels and bathroom products
Housekeeping twice a week (excludes linen change)
In-resort driver service
End of stay cleaning
In-resort concierge service
* Standard price based on up to 8 guests, additional guests carries a supplement charge
Catered rates include:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Champagne reception on arrival
Daily breakfast and afternoon tea
Pre-dinner drinks and canapés
4-course evening meal (4 nights)
2-course ‘comfort food’ evening meal (1 night)
Self-service Raclette evening (1 night)
Children’s early dinner if required
Paired wine with dinner
Open bar including Crémant de Limoux, beer and premium spirits
Daily housekeeping
Molton Brown bathroom products
In-resort driver service (8am – 8pm)
In-resort concierge service
La Grange au Merle sleeps up to 10 adults + 3 children in six bedrooms.
Bedroom 1 (Les Marmottes):
Double/twin bedroom on first floor with en-suite shower room.
Bedroom 2 (Le Crocus):
Double/twin bedroom on first floor with en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom 3 (Le Thym):
Double bedroom on first floor with en-suite shower room.
Bedrooms 4 & 5 (Les Pommes):
Family suite on first floor with double bedroom, interconnecting kids’ triple bunk room and en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom 6 (Le Grenier):
Double/twin bedroom on top floor with en-suite bathroom.
La Grange au Merle offers lots of flexibility when it comes to catering on your luxury ski holiday. The chalet can be taken on a self-catered, relaxed catered or catered basis; the choice is yours. Either way, you’ll be welcomed with Champagne on arrival.
For those wanting to self-cater, the chalet’s kitchen is fully equipped for home cooking, whether you’re preparing simple breakfasts before hitting the slopes or lingering over a relaxed evening meal with family and friends.
If you prefer to be hosted and catered for during your holiday, the fully catered option is available to include daily breakfast and afternoon tea. On four evenings, your private chef will prepare a stunning four course dinner, served with carefully selected wines. You’ll then have one evening to enjoy a two course comfort style meal, plus another evening with a self-serve Raclette night.
If that seems too much, why not select the relaxed-catering service. You can enjoy a chef-cooked dinner one evening, plus delicious two course, home-made meal deliveries on three nights.
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Chalet staff include:
Chef (catered service)
Chalet host (catered service)
Housekeeper
In-resort driver service (catered service)
In-resort concierge service
Additional staff such as nannies and massage therapists can be arranged on request.
This chalet lends itself beautifully to children with ample gardens for playing in the snow and an alpine play house ‘Crystal de Neige’ which they’ll adore. A separate TV snug with a selection of DVDs, games, toys and craft supplies should keep them occupied indoors.
The family suite with an adjoining bunk room is perfect for little ones who wish to be close to parents. For babies and toddlers, buggies, high chairs, cots and baby monitors can be provided on request.
If booked on a catered basis, your chef will be on hand to tailor menus to their young tastebuds and can serve supper at an earlier time and the chalet’s chauffeur can ferry them to and from ski school to ensure everything is as effortless as possible.
Professional nannies can be arranged, offering fun and adventurous childcare options.
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