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10-person chalet with direct access to the ski slopes

If you are looking for a chalet rental near the ski slopes for 10 people or less in the Alps, discover the Chalet Oxalis, ideally located at the foot of the slopes of a famous ski resort in the Alps (Val d’Isère). Its configuration allows it to accommodate up to 8 people, or even 10 people with a 2-seater convertible sofa. The Chalets du Fornet is a high-end rental offer that will allow you to spend a dream vacation in the mountains, amidst tranquility, luxury, and indulgence in the charming hamlet of Fornet. For online reservations or to contact us, click here: https://www.leschaletsdufornet.com/contacts/. Note that the chalet is for rent by the week, from Saturday to Saturday, both in winter and in summer.

 

A dream setting for a holiday in the high mountains

With the ski season fast approaching, you are looking for a high-end rental, from person to person, For a large luxury chalet in the French Alps? To breathe in the fresh mountain air from the terrace of a prestigious chalet with a large capacity for up to 10 people and exceptional views of the surrounding mountains, the rental offer remains limited, especially for large groups. Fortunately, renting a large chalet at the foot of the ski slopes is still possible with Chalets du Fornet (booking conditions and rental rates available here).

Don’t hesitate to book your week of rental if you are looking for a luxury chalet in the mountains, because Les Chalets du Fornet offers the dream solution for your winter or summer holidays! Located in a family ski resort near Val d’Isère and available for booking all year round, discover our high-end chalet, its comfort and its ideal location at the foot of the ski slopes of the Tignes-Val d’Isère domain. Choosing to rent a chalet in the Northern Alps with Les Chalets du Fornet means benefiting from exceptional mountain views, a large capacity for accommodating guests, a spa/jacuzzi, a sauna, a large south-west-facing terrace, a fireplace, 4 bedrooms (2 doubles and 2 suites), high-quality bedding worthy of a 5-star hotel… There’s no doubt that you will find the ideal accommodation here for a cosy holiday, both in winter and in summer! To discover more in detail this large luxury chalet for rent per week on a private basis, it’s here.

An offer of high-end rental

When looking specifically for a luxury chalet to rent in the mountains, one particularly wants to benefit from an exceptional geographical location. This is the case of the charming hamlet of Fornet, in the heart of Haute-Savoie. Another criterion for a high-end rental is a privileged location at the foot of the ski slopes of a family resort while being within 2 km of one of the most famous ski resorts in the French Alps (Val d’Isère). This is exactly what two large luxury chalets for year-round rental, winter and summer alike, offer: the Oxalis chalet and the Akaroa chalet.

The Akaroa chalet rental, which can accommodate 12 people with its 5 bedrooms, offers breathtaking views (including those of the Face de Bellevarde, the sacred mountain of the French Alps), easy access to all shops, a ski storage room, and large windows. to enjoy it to the fullest from the landscape of the Northern Alps, etc. A large wooden chalet full of charm with everything you could dream of when you think of the ideal family holiday… For more information about renting the chalet, contact us.

Oxalis, on the other hand, benefits from the same characteristics, except that its capacity is limited to 10 people.

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A private-to-private rental

The Chalets du Fornet are owned and managed by private individuals who are passionate about the mountains in general and the Northern Alps in particular. The rental of each chalet, Akaora (12 people) and Oxalis (8 to 10 people), is intended for any private individual wishing to spend a holiday or a ski stay with family or friends. Of course, our rental offer is also open to professional seminars.

The Oxalis chalet rental is managed by Julie and Benoît Petit. If you are a group of 8 or 10 people looking for a private mountain chalet rental, do not hesitate to contact them at 06 17 17 69 80 (Julie) or 06 10 28 07 10 (Benoît).

As for the rental of the Akaora chalet, Caroline is the one who takes care of it. Do not hesitate to contact her if you are a very large group, especially if you are 10 people: 06 69 18 76 68.

Careful decoration and layout

Renting a chalet from Chalets du Fornet means enjoying the spacious spaces and generous volumes dedicated to relaxation and well-being that make these two large wooden chalets with typical Haute-Savoie architecture so charming. Their authentic and carefully designed decor has been created by professional decorators specializing in the traditional style of the Northern Alps. 

For the optimal comfort of travelers, large rooms and several bathrooms are offered. Many services are included in the rental of the chalet, such as a semi-professional kitchen, a wine cellar, a fireplace, a jacuzzi and a spa, A cinema, multimedia equipment, and sports facilities. On the exterior, the high-end features of these luxury chalets are extended with spacious terraces offering exceptional views of the French and Italian Alps… While the picturesque charm of our chalets is omnipresent, renting a luxury chalet such as that offered by Les Chalets du Fornet offers the perspective of a stay in a modern home: behind an authentic mountain style lies state-of-the-art equipment to guarantee comfort worthy of a luxury hotel. As an option to the chalet rental, «à la carte» services are offered: chef, butler, chauffeur, housekeeper, cleaning service… For a ski holiday or a summer vacation without a single blemish, Discover more in detail our rental offer for the luxury Chalet Akaroa and the prestigious Oxalis package.

Enjoy the luxury of a high-end chalet rental right at the foot of the ski slopes

The chalets we are going to present are located at the foot of the ski slopes of a prestigious ski resort in the Northern Alps: the Tignes – Val d’Isère ski resort and its 154 ski slopes, some of which are among the most prestigious in the French Alps (notably the Face de Bellevarde, from which you will enjoy exceptional views thanks to the rental of the Akaroa chalet). 

In the morning, you can easily leave the children at the ski school before taking the cable cars and breathing in the pure air of the high mountains. Thanks to their spacious spaces (a large luxury chalet with a very large capacity for 4 bedrooms and a suite, and a large prestige chalet offering the high-end comfort of 2 suites), the rental is accessible to large groups. Moreover, they are available in summer and winter. 

If you want to rent a chalet to celebrate Christmas or New Year in the mountains, hurry up before the reservation becomes unavailable!

The Chalet Akaroa: a rental for 12 people

If you are looking for a large luxury chalet to rent in the mountains And especially in the Northern Alps, the Akaroa chalet and its 230 m² are made for you. Its rooms are spread over 4 floors, and the chalet rental offers a capacity for 12 people. From its terrace or its jacuzzi, you will have an exceptional view of the French and Italian Alps. Its high-quality materials and materials worthy of a luxury hotel will make your stay a relaxing and intense moment. Moreover, thanks to its double south and west orientation, the chalet is bathed in sunlight all day long. You can therefore sunbathe whenever you feel like it and at nightfall, enjoy its home cinema or its exceptional view of the illuminated mountain that will make your ski holiday or your summer vacation a special memory.

The features of the chalet:

  • Size: 230 square meters
  • Accommodation for up to 12 people
  • Four floors
  • Four large bedrooms and a suite
  • Five bathrooms
  • Two terraces
  • A movie theater
  • An outdoor jacuzzi
  • A laundry room
  • A large kitchen equipped with high-end equipment
  • An exceptional view of the French Alps

To discover the rental conditions of the Akaroa chalet or to make an online reservation, it’s here.

The Chalet Oxalis: a rental for 8 to 10 people

If you are a large group looking for a rare gem, a large chalet to rent that combines the charm of a wooden house with the comfort of a luxury hotel, Oxalis is the perfect choice for you! First of all, thanks to its impressive volumes, but also for its two large terraces with exceptional views. The chalet can accommodate 8 to 10 people. It is therefore ideal for groups or large families. The icing on the cake: the rental of the chalet gives you access to an indoor jacuzzi and a sauna. 

The features of the chalet:

  • Size of the chalet: 200 square meters
  • .Suitable for up to 10 people
  • Three floors
  • Two large bedrooms and two suites
  • Four bathrooms
  • A Home Cinema
  • An indoor sauna and jacuzzi that can accommodate up to 8 people
  • A laundry room
  • A large fully equipped kitchen
  • An exceptional view of the mountain
  • Located at the foot of the ski slopes from the Val d’Isère area

Are you interested? Discover the créreservation forms from the Oxalis chalet.

Rental of a luxury chalet in the heart of the Alps: high-end criteria

Any individual looking for a luxury chalet rental has high expectations, especially when it comes to a stay in the mountains :-). We have listed below the main selection criteria for a high-end chalet to rent in the Northern Alps:

  • Many basic services must be included in the rental of the chalet, such as daily housekeeping or concierge services;
  • More specific services must be offered as an option, such as transfers by van or helicopter from the main train stations and airports in the vicinity;
  • A large chalet is better when you are a group of 8, 10 or 12 people;
  • The bedding must be worthy of a luxury hotel;
  • A storage area must be dedicated to ski equipment;
  • The great luxury of renting a chalet in the Alps is also being able to enjoy a magnificent view of the mountains;
  • For a winter rental, the chalet must be located at the foot of the slopes.

And guess what: by choosing to rent a chalet in Val d’Isère with Chalets du Fornet, you tick all the boxes:

  • We offer a full range of services such as daily housekeeping (and even anti-covid disinfection on request) and a booking service for winter sports activities (skiing, skating, hiking on skis, ice diving, etc.) or summer activities;
  • As an option, we offer many services such as transfers by van/helicopter from all airports and train stations located in the Northern Alps (for a complete list of services included in the chalet rental or as an option, click here);
  • The Akaora chalet (5 bedrooms) is accessible to large groups of 12 people, while the Oxalis chalet (4 bedrooms) can accommodate 8 to 10 people (note that a double rental is possible, which increases the capacity of the chalets to 20 people or even 22 people); 
  • Our cottages are equipped with bedding worthy of a 5-star hotel and we change the towels in the middle of the stay;
  • Everyone has a space to store their ski equipment;
  • Each chalet has a large terrace offering exceptional views of the French Alps;
  • And of course, they are located at the foot of the slopes of the Tignes-Val d’Isère ski resort.

Whether in the Alps north or south, the chalet rental offer is substantial. It is even the largest offer in Europe for chalets to rent for large groups. Whether from private individuals or from professionals in mountain accommodation, at the foot of the slopes or in the high mountains, below you will find an analysis of the market with some examples of offers based on the number of people to be accommodated:

Offers of chalet rentals for 12 people in the Alps:

  • 21 listed chalets for rent by the Chatel tourist office, ski resort in the Northern Alps;
  • 130 chalets for rent at the foot of the slopes in the Alps, with OVO Network, a company specializing in chalet rental;
  • 30 properties for 12 people at Villas du Monde, a company dedicated to the rental of holiday villas.

Holidays for 10 people

  • 434 offers in the Northern Alps with Mediavacances, an internet site specializing in private rentals;
  • More than 300 accommodations available in the Alps with Airbnb.

For 8 people

  • 2,352 chalets available for rent on Locasun.

For 16 people

  • 27 properties are offered by OVO Network.

As for very large groups, such as 20 people, the rental offer is more limited, but you won’t have any difficulty finding the rare gem…

Why choose Val-d’Isère?

Renting a chalet in Le Fornet allows you to enjoy the cozy charm of a mountain hamlet located just two kilometers from Val-d’Isère, the ideal family ski resort for luxury mountain holidays (there are many different activities on offer to entertain everyone, young and old alike). The village’s tourist office organizes daily free events and activities so that the little vacationers can have an unforgettable holiday. The itinerary remains the same every week with music concerts organized outside the tourist office, new revolutionary sleds to try out and competitions such as cross-country skiing.

Val-d’Isère has really taken into account its young holidaymakers by offering them weeks of fun activities, both in summer and in winter. Among the activities on offer, you can choose between:

  • of ice climbing;
  • of ice diving;
  • from the helicopter;
  • hike trails;
  • from horseback riding;
  • a visit to the Adroit farm;
  • electric mountain biking on snow;
  • paragliding;
  • of a snowmobile;
  • hikes in sled dogs.

The Alps, the benchmark in Europe for mountain holidays

The Alps, with a total area of 190,000 km², straddling 8 countries (Italy, France, Monaco, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany, Slovenia), is the benchmark mountain range in Europe for any amateur of winter sports such as skiing, mountaineering, or activities more suited to summer holidays such as hiking.

In the French Alps, where Mont Blanc, with its 4,809 meters, is the highest peak of the Alps, you will find some of the most renowned ski resorts in France and Europe (see list below). The hotel park and the offers of luxury chalets, apartments and gîtes follow the growing demand for professional seminars or family or friends holidays in the mountains. And the offer is in line with demand, especially given the number of ski slopes offered by the main ski resorts in the northern and southern French Alps:

  • Les Trois Vallées has 338 ski slopes.
  • Portes du Soleil: 288 
  • Paradiski: 239 
  • Évasion Mont-Blanc: 183 
  • Espace Killy (Val-d’Isère and Tignes): 137 
  • Grand Massif: 134 
  • The Aravis: 133 
  • Les Grandes Rousses: 117 
  • Serre Chevalier: 111 
  • The White Forest: 104 
  • The Sybelles: 96 
  • Valloire and Valmeinier: 83 
  • Grand Domaine: 82 
  • Les Deux Alpes: 69 

And if you are looking for a chalet to rent in the Alps, you have plenty of choices, according to Google, which offers 11,367 chalet rental listings in the Alps in June 2021. all over Europe.

And the large groups will not be left behind. If you are looking for a rental for 10 people, for example, there are 4,744 chalet rentals available at the same time. If the Google tool does not display offers for very large groups, rest assured, for your information, Chalets du Fornet can accommodate groups of up to 8, 10 or 12 people for a single chalet rental or 16, 20 or even 22 people for a double rental.

The Northern Alps are separated from the Southern Alps by the Col de la Croix-Haute, the Dévoluy crests, the Col Bayard, the crests of the Écrins massif and the cols of Lautaret and Galibier. This line of separation is also materialized by the basins of the Isère and the Durance.

Both populated in the valleys and in large urban centers such as Grenoble, Chambéry or Annecy, and relatively spared by urban development thanks to the presence of some of the highest massifs in France such as Mont-Blanc, Les Écrins or Vanoise, the French Alps are a mix of urban development and preserved nature. These mountains are home to two of the nine French national parks: Le Parc National de la Vanoise and Le Parc National des Ecrins, as well as some of the most modern and frequented ski resorts in France and Europe:

  • La Plagne
  • Val Thorens
  • Alpe d'Huez
  • Tignes
  • Val d’Isère
  • Les Arcs
  • Avoriaz
  • Megève
  • Les Menuires

You are looking for a rental of a large luxury chalet in the Northern Alps and are convinced by our high-end offer? To take advantage of the best rental windows for your winter holidays or your summer holidays, don’t waste time: make your reservation online now!

Addresses and contacts for renting a chalet

If you have a specific request regarding the rental conditions of a particular chalet, please do not hesitate to contact us by phone or email ([email protected]). If you are a group of 20 or more people and wish to rent our two chalets together, please choose our Contact form.

Contact details for the rental of the Oxalis chalet (up to 10 people):

  • 06 17 17 69 80 (Julie Petit)
  • 06 10 28 07 10 (Benoit Petit)

Address of the chalet: 126 rue du Fornet 73150 in Val d’Isère

Contact for the rental of the Akaora chalet (up to 12 people, with 5 bedrooms, including 1 suite):

  • 06 69 18 76 68 (Caroline)

Address of the chalet: 130 rue du Fornet 73150, Val d’Isère

Les Chalets du Fornet are two large luxury cottages owned by mountain lovers who rent them out all year round for 8, 10 or 12 people (or even 20 or 22 people for a double booking), located at the foot of the slopes of a famous ski resort in the French Alps, Val d’Isère.

Some useful links for a successful winter sports holiday in the Alps

We have listed links that will be useful to you for a successful holiday in the mountains:

Finally, you can also consult France Montagnes, the official website of the French ski resorts.

The advantages of a rental right at the foot of the slopes

The renting a large chalet at the foot of the slopes For a mountain holiday, there are many advantages, including:

Direct access to the slopes: by staying in a chalet at the foot of the slopes, you have direct access to the ski slopes, allowing you to start and end your ski days with ease, without having to travel far to reach the ski lifts.

Comfort and privacy: chalets for rent at the foot of the ski slopes generally offer more space and privacy than accommodation in the resort, especially for large groups of 8/10 people. You can enjoy a warm and comfortable environment where you will feel at home after a day spent on the slopes.

Flexibility: By having your own chalet, you have the freedom to manage your schedule as you see fit. You can choose to ski all day, take a break for lunch at your chalet, or come home earlier if you wish.

Time savings: Since you are located at the foot of the slopes, you save time traveling to and from the lifts or slopes, which allows you to maximize your time on skis.

An authentic atmosphere: Alpine chalets often offer a traditional and rustic atmosphere, which adds to the authentic experience of your mountain holiday. You can enjoy panoramic views of the snowy mountains from your chalet and immerse yourself in the mountain atmosphere.

Ease of organization: By opting for the rental of a chalet at the foot of the slopes, you generally have easy access to the ski equipment, rental shops, ski schools, and other facilities of the resort, which makes organizing your vacation easier and more convenient.

In short, renting a chalet for 8 people or more at the foot of the slopes offers the comfort, practicality and authenticity needed for successful ski holidays, allowing you to fully enjoy your stay in the mountains.

For what reasons choose the French Alps as a destination for winter holidays?

The French Alps are a popular destination for skiing holidays, and here are some reasons why they are often chosen:

First of all, you have a wide choice of ski resorts. Indeed, the French Alps are home to numerous renowned ski resorts, offering a variety of slopes suitable for all levels of skiing and snowboarding. Iconic resorts such as Chamonix, Courchevel, Val d’Isère, Méribel, Les Deux Alpes and many more offer unique experiences and breathtaking mountain landscapes.

You also benefit from extensive skiable areas, as those located in the French Alps are among the largest in the world. Interstation connections allow you to enjoy vast skiable areas, such as Les Trois Vallées, Paradiski, the Espace Killy, and many others, offering a multitude of slopes and landscapes to explore.

The Alps are also renowned for their quality snow, thanks to their high altitude and mountain climate. The snow conditions are generally excellent during the winter season, thus offering optimal conditions for skiing and snowboarding.

As for the ski resorts, they feature modern infrastructure, such as fast lifts, quality rental equipment, professional ski schools, dining areas, spas and much more, thus ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Most of them also have numerous tourist chalets for rent, ideally located at the foot of the slopes, and able to accommodate large groups of holidaymakers, from 8 to 10 people or more.

Another advantage: apart from skiing and snowboarding, the Alps offer a multitude of winter activities, such as snowshoeing, sledding, ice skating, visits to picturesque villages, tastings of local specialties, and many more.

Finally, the French Alps are also appreciated for their alpine charm, with their traditional villages, wooden chalets, and breathtaking landscapes. Moreover, Alpine cuisine is renowned for its hearty and delicious dishes, such as fondue, raclette, tartiflette, and many other regional specialties.

In short, the Alps are an ideal destination for winter holidays due to their diversity of ski resorts, their extensive skiable areas, the quality of their snow, their modern infrastructure, their off-ski activities, their alpine charm, and their delicious cuisine.

The Chalets du Fornet, chalet rentals at the foot of the slopes, from private individuals to private individuals.

 

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