White Deer Lodge, San Lorenzo

Description

White Deer Mountain Lodge, in San Lorenzo di Sebato, once a hunting lodge dating back to the sixteenth century, has been painstakingly restored it back to its former splendour by the owners.

Unique in the Dolomites, this charming and cosy retreat will transport its guests to a world apart, in harmony with the nature of the mountains and away from the stresses of modern living. Yet San Lorenzo Mountain Lodge is just one hour and forty minutes from Innsbruck airport and approximately 15 minutes drive from the stunningly beautiful Dolomiti Superski area of Plan de Corones, or just 3 minutes by helicopter from the lodges’ own helipad.

The moment you step inside, you’ll feel the charm of the vaulted ceiling, the quality of the fabrics, the elegance of the design and the loving attention given to every detail.

But perhaps the highlight of any stay at San Lorenzo Mountain Lodge is the genuine passion for hospitality of it’s owners Giorgia and Stefano, and the authentic mountain experiences offered to guests. Go hunting for wild mushrooms and berries with your hosts, see the cows being milked, chop wood the old fashioned way and learn to cook some of Giorgia’s acclaimed recipes.

The natural philosophy continues to the cuisine too. On the breakfast table you will find homemade jam, and the milk, cheese, butter and bacon are all sourced from the Lodge’s neighbouring farms. Giorgia will treat you to expertly cooked local specialities and the well stocked cellar is full of a multitude of excellent wines from the region.

Luxury, however, has certainly not been overlooked. The finest linen sheets, goosedown duvets, cashmere throws and fine furnishings are found throughout and the lodge features a sauna, Turkish bath and fabulous outdoor whirlpool with jaw-dropping panoramic views across the valley. You can even play a full 18 holes of golf in the garden with complimentary access to a course nearby.

San Lorenzo Mountain Lodge is so much more than just a ski chalet and offers a truly unique experience in summer and winter.

What’s Included

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

Rates include:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Welcome aperitif
Daily continental breakfast
Daily afternoon tea
Dinner (6 nights)
Children dinner on request (6 nights)
Juices and spring water
Daily housekeeping
Mid-week linen and towel change
Preparation of indoor and outdoor relaxation areas
Stove and fireplace lit daily
Shuttle to and from Plan de Corones ski area (up to 8 guests)

Please note that alcoholic beverages will be charged for separately.

Reviews

World Ski Awards Winner – Italy’s Best Ski Chalet.

Conde Nast Traveller:
This family run retreat has a low key brilliance of its own.

Vogue:
Elegant and luxurious without ever feeling pretentious, and set in the rolling hills of the Italian Dolomites, the 16th Century retreat is defined by luxury escapism – home cooked food (with recipes put together by Giorgia), spa pampering, mountain air, fine wine and brilliant ski facilities. You are guaranteed the best sleep you’ll remember for some time.

Location

San Lorenzo Mountain Lodge is located near to the small village of Elle, near San Lorenzo di Sebato in Alta Badia valley in the Dolomites.

The ski area of Plan de Corones, part of the huge Dolomiti Superski, is approximately a 15 minute drive and there is a shuttle bus available to take up to eight guests to and from the slopes each day, or it is possible to be picked up by helicopter on the private helipad and dropped at the top of the ski area in around 3 minutes, for an additional cost.

Alternatively if hiring a car, guests are welcome to leave it at the outdoor public parking area in the village of Montana, or for a fee guests may also park in a garage nearby, where you’ll be picked up by the staff and taken straight to the lodge.

The nearest airports are Bozen-Bolzano which is 75km away, or Innsbruck which is 105km.

Rooms

This luxury ski chalet sleeps up to 6 adults plus 4 children in 4 bedrooms – each different from the others and unique in its own way. Some have valley views while others face the woods, but they all share some common qualities: they are bright, quiet, romantic, and designed with loving attention to every detail.

Il Sogno: facing southeast with views of meadows and woods. Double bed, en-suite bathroom.

L’Aurora: facing north with view of the Dolomites. Double bed, en-suite bathroom.

Il Nido: facing east with view of Plan de Corones Mountain. Double room. Shares a bathroom with Il Rifugio.

Il Rifugio: corner room with views of Plan de Corones Mountain and the Dolomites of Alta Badia Valley. Two bunk beds for four people. Shares a bathroom with Il Nido.

Eating

At San Lorenzo Mountain Lodge, guests have the option of enjoying Giorgia’s delicious local specialities or being served by a private chef for an additional cost. Whatever your preference, expect a feast of the palate and of the senses accompanied by fine wines from South Tyrol and beyond.

The dining experience will be one you remember with delicious cheeses, milk and butter produced on the neighbouring farms.

Wine
From the exterior of the lodge, you can access what was formerly a small stable for goats, with the original stone walls and wooden roof. This has been transformed by the Giorgia and Stefano, the owners which is now a delightful wine cellar with an extensive collection of over 1500 wines. Your hosts will guide you through a selection of wines and give you an introduction into the unique aromas and flavours of the region.

Please note that all alcoholic drinks are charged additionally.

Staff

Firefly pre-arrival concierge service

Chalet staff include:
Chalet hosts (also cooks meals)
Daily housekeeping
In-resort shuttle service to and from the slopes

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

Kids

For children, San Lorenzo Mountain Lodge is an adventure they will never forget. Plenty of land to explore, trees to climb, the pool to splash about in and goats to milk.

In summertime, children can learn how to make butter from the milk from the local cows and go hunting for wild berries or mushrooms, under the watchful eye of Giorgia and Stefano. In winter, when not skiing, children can make snowmen and go toboganning on the slopes around the lodge.

Early children’s suppers are available if required and nannies and babysitters can be arranged on request.