Chalet in Murren,

Large Exclusive Family Friendly Chalet in Murren.

Large Exclusive Family Friendly Chalet in Murren.

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Chalet Sofia in the winter
The entertaining and dining area can host 14 pax comfortably around the table
Around the main dining area the sky is not the limit with 7 metre high ceilings
The open fire is the perfect place to gather before and after dinner
The kitchen has state of the art equipment with a large island

Overview of Large Exclusive Family Friendly Chalet in Murren.

10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 12350 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Murren
  • Popular LocationSchilthornbahn Cable Car12 min walk
  • Popular LocationVia Ferrata18 min walk
  • Popular LocationSchilthorn30 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Large Exclusive Family Friendly Chalet in Murren.

Chalet Sofia is a truly unique find as it has it all, from the cosy open fire to the outstanding relax area with sauna and outdoor hot tub along with excellent entertainment facilities for adults and children alike make this spacious chalet a great ski or mountain holiday for the entire family.
This spectacular new freestanding Chalet with its beautiful old wood exterior is traditionally Swiss but once inside the kitchen and bathrooms showcase ultra modern high quality design and function.
The Chalet is set in a quiet secluded private location in the prestine mountain nature but only 2 minutes walk to the Murren BLM train station with a 5 minute ride or walk to the ski- lifts.
From the Chalet's large balcony's you will be a part of the grand spectacle of nature when you enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the legendary mountains of Eiger, Munch and Jungfrau.
The free standing Chalet has three floors where the top floor is dedicated to stylish open plan living. Comfortably seating 12 around a large french style wooden table and state of the art kitchen. With a large open stone fire place at its heart. Double height ceilings with many windows and surrounded by balconies all facing the spectacular Jungfrau massive and the legendary north wall of the Eiger.

Chalet Layout:
The main entrance is located on the first floor which has a separate ski room for all ski equipment.
On entering Chalet Sofia you have a large boot room with many hooks for coats and a ski boot warmer for 16 pairs of ski boots.
On the first floor there is also a laundry room and the wellness spa which has a spacious Swedish sauna/steam room and a large covered Jacuzzi outside overlooking the most famous views in the Swiss Alps: Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau mountains. This is the perfect place to relax after-skiing while listening to your favourite music. There is also a separate shower and w/c. And a very well stocked wine cellar on this level.
The winding broad stair case that runs through the whole chalet then leads onto the second floor where 4 spacious bedrooms are located.
Bedroom 1 - Kingsize bed with double french doors opening onto a sun terrace.
Bedroom 2, 3 and 4 - All have 1 queen size bed and 3 singles configured in a bunk bed fashion. 2 of the bedrooms open out onto there own balconies with lounge area
and un-interupted views of the surrounding mountains.
The set-up of the bedrooms allows flexibility to accommodate many different group/family configurations.
On this level there are 2 bathrooms with a separate w/c and shower.
The family entertainment room is also on the second floor with cosy sofas and a movie theatre with a surround sound system.
The stairs then lead to the 3rd floor of Chalet Sofia and the most spectacular open plan living with vaulted ceilings and a state of the art kitchen. A large french style dining table that comfortably seats 12 while listening to the Bose surround sound music system. There are cosy sofas in-front of the large stone open fire place. The whole 3rd floor is surrounded by balconies where you can seat 12 for lunch or have a cosy kitchen breakfast while being surrounded by the tranquil mountains.
The master bedroom is on the 3rd floor that has a king size bed and a working cosy fireplace with double doors opening onto your private terrace with comfy chairs to sit and have your morning coffee in the sunshine while listening to the singing birds.
Bedroom 5 has its own en-suite bathroom with delux shower and w/c.
There is also a separate w/c on this level.

Murren is a cosy mountain village situated at 1650m at the foot of the ski mountain Schilthorn 2970m on a ridge of a 800m cliff drop above the Lauterbrunnen valley right across of the impressive Jungfrau massive. Murren is by many referred to as the most beautiful ski resort in the world. The village is car free and only reached by cable car/train. The cable car that leaves from Lauterbrunnen is reached by car from International airports in Bern (1 hour) Zurich, Basel and Geneva in approximate (2 hours) or by train in just over 3 hours.
Murren ski area is connected to two other ski resorts in Berner Oberland, Wengen and Grindelwald. Together they form the ski area Jungfrau that includes 44 lifts, 213km of pist with 98 different trails including the most famous one - The Lauberhorn Rennen in Wengen, the Alpine World Cup's longest downhill race.
Murren is the birthplace of alpine skiing. It was here ski tourism was born in the early 1900s and the first competition in slalom was arranged here in 1922. Since then Murren is one of the few exclusive ski resorts that has arranged Alpine World Championship twice, the first one in the history was 1931.
The relative few number of hotels and tourist beds in Murren versus the size of the lift system is unusual in the Alps and results in a laid back and relaxing atmosphere without any queuing at the lifts.
There is plenty of space on the pistes and the powder stays untouched for day's.
In Murren you get the feeling that the industrial ski tourism is far away, it's a place where you get to experience how skiing used to be in the past when a ski holiday meant a time to relax and enjoy nature. Your stay in Murren will be a return to the roots, the luxury of taking things slowly with a taste for beauty.
During the summer months, Murren is the perfect place for a relaxing holiday with a stay in Chalet Sofia being something truly special.
Chalet Sofia has many charming outside spaces where you can enjoy the long sun-filled days, basking in the outdoor hot-tub appreciating the sensational views of the snow capped mountains.
Murren provides you with the perfect backdrop to a wealth of activities, events, adventures and escapes. As you would expect in the mountains, there are fablous and extensive hikes to discover, from all day hikes to shorter excursions.There are many mountain bike trails to explore and for the more adventures there is a spectacular Via Ferrata. Great conditions to do Tandem Paragliding down into the beautiful Lauterbrunnen valley, there truly is something for everyone. Many of the great mountain restaurants are also open during the summer months. The Sports centre in the village is open all year around with a swimming pool, gym and Spa. In the winter they also keep an ice rink for skating, ice hockey and curling. In the summer that turns into a football field with synthetic grass.
The Lauterbrunnen valley with its steep sides and many waterfalls ( 72 to be exact) has been the inspiration for the author J.R.R Tolkien and his Middle Earth's Rivendell in The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
The beauty of this area in the summer can not be described, it has to be experienced but I leave you a quote from J.J.R. Tolkien " I left the view of the Jungfrau with deep regret: eternal snow, etched as it seems against eternal sunshine, and the Silberhorn sharp against dark blue: the Silvertine ( Celebdil) of my dreams"








Property manager

Sarah-Jane Joy

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not suitable for children under 6 yo

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
In case of event, please inquire first

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Chalet Sofia is not suitable for children under the age of 6 years and for the elderly with walking difficulties.
We can assist with many extra services for our guests at an extra cost. For example transfer services from the airport. Private chef. Babysitting.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: In case of event, please inquire first

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mürren

Located in Lauterbrunnen, this chalet is in the mountains. Allmendhubelbahn and Schilthornbahn Cable Car are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Mini Golf Wengen and Jungfraujoch Sphinx Observatory. Sportzentrum Grindelwald and Bussalp are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.

What's nearby

  • Allmendhubelbahn - 8 min walk
  • Schilthornbahn Cable Car - 12 min walk
  • Via Ferrata - 18 min walk
  • Mürrenbahn - 17 min drive
  • Schilthorn - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Mürren Station - 4 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • Horner Pub
  • Restaurant Steinbock
  • Alti Metzg - 10 min walk
  • BASE Cafe
  • Hotel Stechelberg

Frequently asked questions

Does Large Exclusive Family Friendly Chalet in Murren. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Large Exclusive Family Friendly Chalet in Murren. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Exclusive Family Friendly Chalet in Murren.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Exclusive Family Friendly Chalet in Murren.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Exclusive Family Friendly Chalet in Murren. located?

Situated in the mountains, this chalet is within a 15-minute walk of Allmendhubelbahn and Schilthornbahn Cable Car. Via Ferrata and Mürrenbahn are also within 3 miles (5 km). Mürren Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurence H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chalet Sofia gives you the essence of Switzerland
9 family members from the United States spent 5 nights in Chalet Sofia. The owner Sarah-Jane was very helpful and accommodating throughout the entire process. The Chalet is wonderful and the views from the entire home are breathtaking and beautiful. The property manager met us at the train station and helped us transport all the luggage up the hill to the Chalet and stayed to ensure everything worked properly and that we had everything we needed. He called us several times throughout the week to see if we had any questions or concerns. The chalet was a wonderful base for our daily adventures and it provided an amazing backdrop for the wedding pictures for our daughter and son-in-laws vow renewal. Sarah-Jane thank you for sharing this amazing location with us for being such a kind and caring host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house for a large family!!
Chalet Sofia is a perfect house for a large family/group. There are lots of bedrooms and areas for people to spread out and also have privacy. The views from the balcony are spectacular and the extremely large farm table in the dining room was great. Our family was very comfortable in the big open living area. We had 8 adults, 3 young children & 2 babies. We discussed this with Sarah Jane prior to booking and she had concerns about the number of children. There is a big open staircase that runs through all 3 floors of the house and it’s not really childproof. We assured her that we would take very good care of everything and indeed we did that and made sure the kids ate only at the table as requested. Sarah Jane was also so kind to purchase 2 baby cribs for the house for the babies. There is no high chair. Overall, we didn’t have any issues with the children, the house was great for everyone. The house manager met us and was very helpful with the luggage. The only disappointment was that the house wasn’t quite ready for us. None of the beds were made and none of the bathrooms had towels. The washer & dryer were filled with other laundry and we had to hang it up so we could use the W&D ourselves. There were not enough clean towels for everyone and we had to share. Be aware that the dryer takes hours to dry your clothes, so you need to hang them to dry overnight. Also, there was no mid-week cleaning per our cleaning deposit. I would recommend this house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rilla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Family High
Enjoying family time at Chateau Sophia was a fantastic way to spend five days. We spent many hours just relaxing in that beautiful home, and there were also fun excursions close by. I cannot imagine a more beautiful, setting for a family get together, and Sarah Jane was most accommodating to any of our questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was heavenly!
My husband and I and eight of our friends had a fabulous five night stay! Murren is a stunning mountain village with its view of the Monch, Jungfrau and Eiger. If you want to enjoy those views from the large, furnished wrap-around decks of the most stunning home ever, choose Chalet Sofia! We booked our stay over a year in advance. Sarah Jane was wonderful to work with ahead of our stay, whenever I had questions, and she was a great hostess while we were there. She met us at the train station, helped porter our bags up to the home, gave us some special bottles of wine as a welcome gift, provided some tips on the best hikes to take, and made sure we knew how to contact her if any questions arose. One member of our group needed to see a doctor while we were there and Sarah Jane gave us wonderful advice on that. My husband and I have been traveling in Europe for 17 years and this is the most beautiful place we’ve ever stayed. The home was perfect for our large group. It’s very spacious but manages to convey a cozy chalet ambiance because of the all-wood interior and comfy furnishings. It was equipped with absolutely everything we could have possibly needed. The home is situated on the end of town near the train station, making it very convenient for us to get up and down the mountain for our daily excursions. We had beautiful weather while we were in Murren and were out and about each day, but by late afternoon, we were anxious to get back to our beautiful home, to prepare a meal together in the gourmet kitchen (with food purchased at the very-well stocked Coop that was a ten minute walk away), and enjoy our feast while all sitting together at the large dining table. We made such wonderful memories here!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kuldip C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Final stop of European Vacation
The property manager met us at the train station and walked us through the check in process. The property is well maintained and matches the online description. The views are amazing! Having coffee in the morning on the deck was the perfect start to the day in the Alps! We had enough space for our families, (6 teenagers and 5 adults). We were lucky enough to have Helder prepare an amazing meal for a birthday celebration! All in all this was the perfect end to our vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sarah-Jane Joy

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The owner who has lived all over the world and skied everywhere felt that no place compared to the magic Murren had to offer. 13 years ago his dream to find and buy land in Murren came true. Three years later Chalet Sofia was built and ready to be used as designed, for happy times for a big family with many friends for ever.

Why they chose this property

Chalet Sofia is a real Swiss Chalet built by local builders in a quiet magical spot 1670m above sea level with spectacular undisturbed views over the Jungfrau massive including the impressive North wall of The Eiger.
Its designed for a large family with many friends , all the comfort and facilities that you can wish for in order to have a comfortable and enjoyable stay in the mountains are here. As an extra bonus there is a river running through the land , soon to become the Agertenbach waterfall on its way down to the valley floor 800 meters below us.Tt

What makes this property unique

The prestige location with the spectacular views of some of the Swiss Alps most impressive mountains.
The design of the typical old Swiss Chalet with all the beautiful wood both outside and inside. The whole interior is a combination between old wood and modern functional design where only the highest quality material has been used.
The Chalet is both large and spacious to allow larger groups to come together in a comfortable way, the main family/dining room measure 7 meters in height.
Chalet Sofia is a place where you can breathe a warm hospitality provided by your Chalet manager and enjoy culinary delights from your private chef.
Gathering around the large open fire is the perfect way to end long days full of adventures in the mountains.
The cosy home cinema with flat screen and Soround Sound System can be the perfect place after a long day on the slopes to watch a movie from the section of dvds.
The large balconies all around the Chalet allows you to be a part of the grand spectacle of nature.
The wellness and relax area features both a Swedish sauna and a large Jacuzzi placed outdoor under cover with the sensational views of the Eiger, Munch and Jungfrau.
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