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Amazing Rustic Farmhouse With Nearby Skiing, Hiking and more...

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A rustic wooden cabin with a wooden porch and a view of a green valley and mountains in the background.
A rustic kitchen with a wooden table, a stove, and a stone wall.
A table set with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, bread, and a rustic ceramic jug.
A rustic kitchen with wooden furniture, stone walls, and a wooden dining table set for four.
A cozy living room with wooden floors, a stone wall, and a fireplace. There are two sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Samoëns, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
  • Place, Jaysinia Alpine Botanical Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Samoens Ski Resort
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Massif Express Gondola
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sion (SIR)
    ‪159 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

Cabin Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Amazing Rustic Farmhouse With Nearby Skiing, Hiking and more...

The Lazy Labrador is a unique Samoens rental property - complete with outdoor 'mazot' cabin, this charming 18 Century farmhouse has recently been renovated, while retaining all the rustic beauty of a traditional savoyard farmhouse. The property is located in a historic hamlet in Les Chosalets (between Chantemerle & La Rosiere), just a 10 minute drive from the heart of Samoens and the 'Grand Massif Express' (GME) ski lift.

The living space features a Norwegian 'Jotul' stove and is a snug spot for board games. Choose records from the vast music collection and enjoy atmospheric evenings with friends and family. The kitchen retains a beautiful original stone floor and is equipped with modern cooking equipment - the perfect setting for a post-ski fondue or tartiflette.

This comfortable home provides accommodation for 6 - 9 guests in 4 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. There are 4 entirely unique bedrooms, including a master ensuite with adjoining wet room, its walls lined in Travertine stone. There are 2 further bedrooms within the house and a traditional 'mazot' across the road from the house, providing a romantic sleepy hideaway for couples or teenagers wanting to escape 'family time'!

Included:
Meet & Greet Service | Bed Linen & Towels | Welcome Basket | Firewood | Kitchen & Bathroom Essentials - toiletries, dishwasher tablets etc... | Local Assistance | Local Taxes & Utilities | Free Unlimited Wi-Fi | Cleaning Before & After Stay | Ski Tuition & Equipment Discounts

Parking:
There are no formal parking spaces, but plenty of room for 3 cars - a little snow clearing may be require in the Winter months!

Changeover Day:
The changeover day for this property is Saturday - we can sometimes be flexible so please contact us for more information.

Extra Details:
The Lazy Labrador is a self-catered stay. You will have the entire house to yourself

Pet Policy: 
We are dog-friendly and will accept up to 2 well behaved, house trained dogs at an extra charge. We ask that all furry guests are kept out of bedrooms and prevented from climbing onto furniture. All dog litter should be removed from exterior spaces (garden, porch, patio and green spaces around the property)

Location:
The Lazy Labrador is conveniently located only 6.5kms (10 minute drive) from the Samoens village centre and the high speed 'GME' lift connecting you to the Grand Massif domain, which boasts some of the best skiing in the world. Suitable for all levels, there is over 275km of piste to explore and plenty of off-piste for more advanced skiers. Simply step outside the door and you'll be on a fantastic snow-shoeing/Nordic skiing route. In the summer, this house is a hub for adventure sports such as hiking, mountain biking, climbing and paragliding

Reaching the chalet:
It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the chalet from Geneva airport. The nearest train station is the 'Gare de Cluses' (25 minutes drive away). You will need to rent your own car and snow chains as there is no public transport from the house

Greeting Service: 
Our in-resort partners will be in direct touch with you in the weeks leading up to your arrival to assist with last-minute details and arrival plans. You will be met by one of the team who will make sure you are shown how everything works and answer any questions you may have about the area.

Vehicle Access:
For bookings between November - April, we recommend that you have a 4x4 or at the very least, snow chains in your car. The road is ploughed 2 - 3 times daily but it is always a good idea to arrive prepared for heavy snow conditions. if it snows heavily during the daytime. It is legal requirement in the French Alps to come equipped with snow chains that specifically fit you vehicle

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Please communicate breed, size and age of dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests will new required to sign our tenancy agreement, provide copy of passport photo page and supply names & ages of all guests

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 7425800054220
Property # 8134249
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the area

Samoëns

Located in Samoëns, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. Samoens Ski Resort and Grand Massif Express Gondola are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Jaysinia Alpine Botanical Gardens and Luge 4 Saisons. Travelling with kids? Consider Aquariaz Water Park and Bobluge de Pré la Joux. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Samoëns, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

What's nearby

  • Jaysinia Alpine Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Samoens Ski Resort - 11 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Grand Massif Express Gondola - 12 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Base de Loisir des Lacs Aux Dames - 13 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Morillon Ski Resort - 14 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Bonneville Station - 35 min drive
  • Sion (SIR) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Demoiselle des Saix - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪La Reposette - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Puzze - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Les Lhottys - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪La Païka - ‬46 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Rustic Farmhouse With Nearby Skiing, Hiking and more... pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Amazing Rustic Farmhouse With Nearby Skiing, Hiking and more...?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Rustic Farmhouse With Nearby Skiing, Hiking and more...?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Rustic Farmhouse With Nearby Skiing, Hiking and more...?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Rustic Farmhouse With Nearby Skiing, Hiking and more... located?

This family-friendly Samoëns chalet is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Jaysinia Alpine Botanical Gardens, Samoens Ski Resort and Grand Massif Express Gondola. Base de Loisir des Lacs Aux Dames is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Sebastian von Holstein

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This chalet is available for rental through Mountain People. We offer an exclusive hand-picked selection of beautiful chalets in the Samoens area. These unique homes are beautiful & comfortable. Whatever your requirements, we should have something to suit your needs. You can also visit www.mountain-people.com for more photographs, floorpans and information.

Why they chose this property

Situated in a small hamlet in the heart of the French Alps, the house provides us with just enough seclusion from the town, but is also close enough that we can visit restaurants and bars if we so desire. The house itself is charming and retains many original features. Our recent renovations were a joy to carry out as we kept much of the rusticity of the property, while adding many creature comforts that make for a truly relaxing stay.

What makes this property unique

From the porch, we enjoy glorious views looking out onto the Criou mountain, which regularly turns orange and pink as the sun sets on it. The house offers absolute peace and quiet but is also close enough to the town and ski lift to make it a calm and convenient spot to enjoy all of the winter and summer activities on offer in the area. As relaxing as it is adventurous, most of our guests (us included) find it very hard to leave at the end of our stays. Large enough for families and groups of friends, it unfailingly proves to be the perfect base for those with a love for the outdoors, with its captivating views, sounds of trickling streams and the perfect amount of comfort for a peaceful stay.

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English, French
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