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Beautiful (115m2) 3 bedroom apartment in Sainte-Foy Station
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8115 sq m
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Explore the area
Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise, Savoie
- Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise Ski Resort6 min walk
- Les Arcs5 min drive
- Peisey-Vallandry Ski Resort27 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful (115m2) 3 bedroom apartment in Sainte-Foy Station
A fully renovated 3 bedroom apartment in an old farmhouse in the ski resort of Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise, Chalet de l'Ours is spread over 2 floors and also benefits from a mezzanine area off the main living/dining area.
Rates are negotiable for stays of 4+ weeks, especially outside the peak weeks of Xmas, New Year and the school holidays. We can also offer a Friday check-in and Sunday check-out for the price of a standard week during these periods. Contact us for details as it is not always possible to reflect longer term offers.
At 115sqm Chalet de l'Ours is considerably larger than most 3 bedroom apartments. The spacious living and dining areas will comfortably accommodate 8 people and benefit from stunning mountain views whilst the mezzanine offers an extra space for relaxation or for the children to play.
The living area has 2 large, extremely comfortable Chesterfield sofas, a matching club chair, west-facing balcony, log fire and a large smart TV. There is also a mezzanine area with a Chesterfield sofa-bed and expansive views to the north. Large windows facing north also offer fantastic, uninterrupted mountain views. These windows and the balcony offer a huge amount of natural light.
The main bedroom offers en-suite facilities and also benefits from a west-facing balcony. There is ample room for a cot should that be necessary. The second and third bedrooms have uninterrupted mountain views to the north whilst all 3 bedrooms have extremely comfortable double beds and hand-crafted, made-to-measure storage built in. The 3rd bedroom can be offered as a twin rather than a double.
Both the en-suite and family bathrooms offer bath, shower and wc facilities and have large, well lit mirrors over the sink and there is a 3rd wc. The large boilers will support two people running a bath simultaneously.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a butler sink, 110cm range-style cooker featuring a double oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and a Nespresso coffee maker.
Outside the ski season:
Chalet de l’Ours offers great walking, hiking and mountain biking opportunities direct from the front door.
During the summer holidays the resort's Grand Plan lift opens for foot passengers and mountain bikers.
Sainte Foy is a great resort for children. The village is small and very safe and there is a lot of outdoor space for them to run around. The apartment has plenty of space for baby items such as push chairs and cots. However, if you have toddlers please be aware that we have 2 open staircases and none of the drawers or cupboards are currently child-proofed.
We also have a second property - Chalet Susie (VRBO p8153984) - directly below Chalet de l'Ours that can sleep 2 additional guests.
The area
The wider Haute Tarentaise and Savoie area has a rich and varied history having been ruled at various times by both Italy and France. The resort itself shares a 25km border Italy and several historic fortifications are within an easy drive. These include the Fort de la Platte, Fort du Truc and Fort de la Redoute Ruinee.
There are several nature reserves in the area with the Réserve Naturelle des Hauts de Villaroger being a 15 minute drive away. Please be aware that this area serves as a refuge of the Tetras-Lyre and can only be accessed with an approved guide.
The apartment contains several maps and books detailing local walks for all levels of fitness. The walk to the hamlet of Le Monal is easily achievable whilst the return hike to Lac Noir is likely to take most of the day but is well worth the effort. May and June are particularly colourful months as the meadow flowers are in full bloom.
The Winter season:
We operate a Sunday changeover for most of the Winter season. This offers clients the dual benefits of travelling to and from the resort when the roads are quiet (the main changeover day in the wider area is Saturday and traffic can be extremely heavy, especially during the peak weeks) and being able to enjoy a Saturday on the slopes as the final day of their holiday (as most people are either leaving or arriving on a Saturday the slopes are generally very quiet on a Saturday).
Rates are negotiable for stays of 4+ weeks, especially outside the peak weeks of Xmas, New Year and the school holidays. We can also offer a Friday check-in and Sunday check-out for the price of a standard week during these periods. Contact us for details as it is not always possible to reflect longer term offers.
At 115sqm Chalet de l'Ours is considerably larger than most 3 bedroom apartments. The spacious living and dining areas will comfortably accommodate 8 people and benefit from stunning mountain views whilst the mezzanine offers an extra space for relaxation or for the children to play.
The living area has 2 large, extremely comfortable Chesterfield sofas, a matching club chair, west-facing balcony, log fire and a large smart TV. There is also a mezzanine area with a Chesterfield sofa-bed and expansive views to the north. Large windows facing north also offer fantastic, uninterrupted mountain views. These windows and the balcony offer a huge amount of natural light.
The main bedroom offers en-suite facilities and also benefits from a west-facing balcony. There is ample room for a cot should that be necessary. The second and third bedrooms have uninterrupted mountain views to the north whilst all 3 bedrooms have extremely comfortable double beds and hand-crafted, made-to-measure storage built in. The 3rd bedroom can be offered as a twin rather than a double.
Both the en-suite and family bathrooms offer bath, shower and wc facilities and have large, well lit mirrors over the sink and there is a 3rd wc. The large boilers will support two people running a bath simultaneously.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a butler sink, 110cm range-style cooker featuring a double oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and a Nespresso coffee maker.
Outside the ski season:
Chalet de l’Ours offers great walking, hiking and mountain biking opportunities direct from the front door.
During the summer holidays the resort's Grand Plan lift opens for foot passengers and mountain bikers.
Sainte Foy is a great resort for children. The village is small and very safe and there is a lot of outdoor space for them to run around. The apartment has plenty of space for baby items such as push chairs and cots. However, if you have toddlers please be aware that we have 2 open staircases and none of the drawers or cupboards are currently child-proofed.
We also have a second property - Chalet Susie (VRBO p8153984) - directly below Chalet de l'Ours that can sleep 2 additional guests.
The area
The wider Haute Tarentaise and Savoie area has a rich and varied history having been ruled at various times by both Italy and France. The resort itself shares a 25km border Italy and several historic fortifications are within an easy drive. These include the Fort de la Platte, Fort du Truc and Fort de la Redoute Ruinee.
There are several nature reserves in the area with the Réserve Naturelle des Hauts de Villaroger being a 15 minute drive away. Please be aware that this area serves as a refuge of the Tetras-Lyre and can only be accessed with an approved guide.
The apartment contains several maps and books detailing local walks for all levels of fitness. The walk to the hamlet of Le Monal is easily achievable whilst the return hike to Lac Noir is likely to take most of the day but is well worth the effort. May and June are particularly colourful months as the meadow flowers are in full bloom.
The Winter season:
We operate a Sunday changeover for most of the Winter season. This offers clients the dual benefits of travelling to and from the resort when the roads are quiet (the main changeover day in the wider area is Saturday and traffic can be extremely heavy, especially during the peak weeks) and being able to enjoy a Saturday on the slopes as the final day of their holiday (as most people are either leaving or arriving on a Saturday the slopes are generally very quiet on a Saturday).
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Mountain view
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
About the area
Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise
Located in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Les Arcs and Val-d'Isere Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Tignes Lake Golf Club and Centre Aquasportif Val d'Isère are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise, Savoie
What's nearby
- Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise Ski Resort - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Grand Plan Ski Lift - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Les Arcs - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
- Villards (Les Arcs 1800) Ski Lift - 21 min drive - 19.2 km
- Peisey-Vallandry Ski Resort - 27 min drive - 21.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Le Savoy - 42 min drive
- Le Refuge - 42 min drive
- Papa Pizza - 43 min drive
- Le Perce Neige - 41 min drive
- Snack du Bois de l'ours - 43 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Lee Copson
We first discovered Sainte Foy in 2007 and were taken in by the uniqueness of the resort holidaying there regularly. In 2012 we bought a 4-story house in an old farm building on the edge of the resort. The property has been professionally renovated using local craftsmen and traditional materials and now consists of 2 very comfortable duplex apartments. We plan to retire to the smaller of the apartments when circumstances permit.
Why they chose this property
Sainte Foy Tarentaise is a gorgeous little ski resort. In contrast to its larger neighbours (Val d'Isere, Tignes, the Paradiski area and La Rosiere are all within 20 minutes drive) there is a pronounced lack of large concrete buildings. It retains a lovely village atmosphere.
The resort has only 5 lifts but queues are almost unheard of and the lifts open up an incredible amount of off-piste terrain for the advanced or expert skier and rider.
The lack of crowds and relaxed atmosphere also make Sainte Foy an ideal place for beginners or for families.
The resort has some fantastic restaurants and there are a couple of small bars in the central square but those looking for a party atmosphere will be better served elsewhere.
The resort has only 5 lifts but queues are almost unheard of and the lifts open up an incredible amount of off-piste terrain for the advanced or expert skier and rider.
The lack of crowds and relaxed atmosphere also make Sainte Foy an ideal place for beginners or for families.
The resort has some fantastic restaurants and there are a couple of small bars in the central square but those looking for a party atmosphere will be better served elsewhere.
What makes this property unique
Chalet de l'Ours sits on the northerly edge of the resort in the old hamlet of La Bataillette yet the centre of the village and all amenities are an easy 5 minute walk away.
The apartment is part of an old traditional farmhouse and has been renovated to retain much of the charm of the original property.
La Bataillette borders a national park. The proximity of the national park also guarantees uninterrupted mountain views to the north from the main living/dining area and from the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms. The living area and main bedroom both have balcony views across the valley to the west.
The apartment is part of an old traditional farmhouse and has been renovated to retain much of the charm of the original property.
La Bataillette borders a national park. The proximity of the national park also guarantees uninterrupted mountain views to the north from the main living/dining area and from the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms. The living area and main bedroom both have balcony views across the valley to the west.
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