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Breathtaking Panoramic Alpine Views

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Smart TV, fireplace, video-game console, DVD player
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Exterior
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Breathtaking Panoramic Alpine Views

Perched on the French-Swiss border, stunning mountain scenery greets you at the luxurious Chalet Etoile which is situated only 1km outside of the charming traditional French village of Abondance, with its historic abbey and delightful boulangerie, restaurants and cafes.
Chalet Etoile boasts a large, modern, fully equipped fitted kitchen with Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher and the essential raclette grill and fondue set.
The open plan lounge is fully equipped with TV, BluRay player and a large selection of films. It has large format leather sofas, a pellet fuelled burner perfect for cosy evenings apres ski or hike. Double height windows allow you to take in the idyllic mountain views.
Dine inside in the contemporary dining room or outside immersed in magnificent mountain vistas. All three areas open out onto the south facing balcony that runs the entire length of the chalet and has an outdoor cooking area with gas BBQ.
To the rear of the property is a large decked area with rattan seating perfect for alfresco breakfasts and the morning sun.
The master suite is on the ground floor and has balcony access and a full ensuite including bath and shower.
Two further contemporary alpine styled double bedrooms are found on the first floor along with the main bathroom complete with a second bath and shower and separate WC. A mezzanine level provides a further double sleeping space. All rooms are furnished with high quality duvets and bed linen.
For younger guests there is a separate games room with bunk beds and a Playstation 3 with a selections of games and there is free Wifi. In the basement there is boot room with boot warmer, ski rack, a washing machine and dryer. There is parking for up to 3 cars and a large garage.
The bus stop, directly outside this chalet, is convenient for holiday makers wanting to access the 3 different ski centres of Abondance, Chapelle d'Abondance or Chatel all within a few minutes. Chalet Etoile is a sumptuous Alpine base from which to explore the Portes du Soleil area. Whether skiing, mountain biking, hiking or simply relaxing, this unique spacious 4 bedroom chalet offers beautiful accommodation catering for all interests. There are 800km of hiking trails in the vicinity ranging from challenging climbing to snow shoeing and easy hill hikes. For skiers there are 170 kms of blue runs, 380 km of red runs and 100 km of black runs to suit all abilities. For cycling enthusiasts there are 650 km of marked cycling routes. Mountain bikers can enjoy 380km trails including 5 bike parks with 10 lifts. In the summer months there are 10 permanent downhill trails open.
Locally there is mini golf, tennis, Fantasticable zip wire, spa, rafting, horse riding, paragliding and Porsche ice driving.
Chalet Etoile is just 1 hour 20 mins from Geneva Airport. 2 minutes from local shops and 10 minutes by car from the large supermarkets in Vinzier and Chatel. Nearby is the Gorge Pont Diable, a natural gorge and place of beauty and the lakeside pretty towns of Evian les Bains and Yvoirre are just an easy drive away. There is a large sandy beach on the banks of Lake Geneva at Excenevex and for the more adventurous why not climb the Via Ferrata at la Chapelle d'Abondance or white water raft the river Dranse.
Check in time 16h00.
Check out time 10h00.

For skiing, the nearest lifts are in Abondance (2km). There is also a skiing domaine at La Chapelle D'Abondace (8km), Chatel (12km) and Pre la Joux (16km). The last three places are access to Les Portes du Soleil.

There is a bus service a few minutes walk from the chalet but they pass every 1 or 2 hours. Having a car here would be most advantageous to be able to fully appreciate the area.

There is a raclette grill and fondue set to prepare traditional french cuisine. Local shops are under 2km away and large supermarkets are 10-15 minutes away by car in Vinzier and Chatel.

If you are visiting in winter, winter tyres and snow chains are necessary (or a 4x4), as the road entrance is quite steep.

Property manager

Dr Steven Powell

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video game console
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2368 sq ft (220 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: no cot provided

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 74001 000005 8I

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Breathtaking Panoramic Alpine Views Abondance
Breathtaking Panoramic Alpine Views Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Abondance, Haute-Savoie

What's nearby

  • Essert Gondola - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Les Portes du Soleil - 13 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Les Gets Ski Resort - 23 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Super Morzine Ski Lift - 28 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Avoriaz Ski Resort - 40 min drive - 33.7 km

Getting around

  • Funiculaire de Thonon-les-Bains - 27 min drive
  • Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Auberge de la Terche - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Alba Bar & Kitchen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bar l'efanle - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bar le National - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cornettes de Bise - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking Panoramic Alpine Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Breathtaking Panoramic Alpine Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking Panoramic Alpine Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking Panoramic Alpine Views located?

This family-friendly Abondance vacation home is located in the mountains, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Essert Gondola, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Les Portes du Soleil and Cret Beni Ski Lift. Panthiaz Gondola and La Chapelle d'Abondance Ski are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Breathtaking Panoramic Alpine Views Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miguel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice house in a quiet area, yet close to the village for restaurants, and not far from ski slopes. Recommendable!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tobias K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gemütliches Charlet
Das Charlet ist ideal um beim Skifahren gemütliche Tage zu verbringen. Alles war wunderbar sauber. In der Küche findet man das Wichtigste, was man zum Kochen braucht. Der Ofen macht es kuschelig warm. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022