Large Savoyard Chalet: Wonderful Base For Winter Sports And Summer Activities
Stella Poesie is a beautiful chalet which sleeps a maximum twelve people in Richebourg. The Portes du Soleil which has 650 km of piste and incorporates 12 resorts including Chatel, Morgins, Les Gets, Torgon, Champery, Morzine and Avoriaz. It is a gift to down hill skiers and snowboarders alike from beginners to the most advanced. The area also offers cross-country skiing and the route can be accessed opposite the chalet; which is beautifully positioned opposite a nature reserve, dominated by a view of the summit of Mont du Grange.
Property manager
Antonia Praud
Languages
English, French, German
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Alpine chalet in the Portes du Soleil opposite the slopes in France
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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
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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Abondance
Located in Abondance, this chalet is in the mountains. Avoriaz Ski Resort and Les Gets Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Travelling with kids? Consider Plage De La Beunaz and Aquariaz Water Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Abondance, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
What's nearby
Super Chatel Ski Lift - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
Petit Chatel Ski Lift - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
Pre-la-Joux Ski Lift - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
Les Portes du Soleil - 16 min drive - 8.9 km
Avoriaz Ski Resort - 47 min drive - 41.1 km
Getting around
Thonon-les-Bains (XTS-Thonon-les-Bains Train Station) - 29 min drive
Sion (SIR) - 68 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurant la Ripaille - 11 min drive
Cornettes de Bise - 4 min drive
Pici Pasta - 10 min drive
Restaurant le Pré Richard - 28 min drive
Le Mont de Grange - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Large Savoyard Chalet: Wonderful Base For Winter Sports And Summer Activities pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Large Savoyard Chalet: Wonderful Base For Winter Sports And Summer Activities?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large Savoyard Chalet: Wonderful Base For Winter Sports And Summer Activities?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Large Savoyard Chalet: Wonderful Base For Winter Sports And Summer Activities located?
This family-friendly Abondance chalet is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of La Chapelle d'Abondance Ski and Cret Beni Ski Lift. Essert Gondola and Panthiaz Gondola are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great holiday. The location was very handy to access skiing resorts in La Chapelle and Châtel. The chalet was great - spacious enough to accommodate our family of 12. The owners were also very responsive ahead of our stay which is always helpful.The only downside was the dishwasher had broken down and wasn’t working when we arrived, which was unfortunate for a large group like ours.
Goede locatie, ongeveer 15 min rijden naar Pre la Joux om vanaf daar te skiën. Wij waren met 2 gezinnen, daar is dit chalet goed voor te gebruiken (gezamenlijk borrelen, maar apart koken en eten)
Chalet très propre et accueillant.
Très bien agencé et pensé pour des enfants en bas âge.
La situation géographique permet d avoir accès facilement aux différentes stations notamment la Chapelle d Abondance et Abondance.
À cause du manque de neige, nous sommes allés skier sur la Chapelle. C'est une petite station très familiale et à taille humaine.
Une très bonne semaine en famille.
We hebben een fijn verblijf gehad. Super goede communicatie vooraf. We mochten tegen een kleine vergoeding een nacht eerder aankomen.
De route beschrijving was voor ons helaas vanaf een andere kant waardoor het wel even zoeken was in het donker. Maar binnenkomst was perfect.
Het verblijf was fijn. Bedden was smal en flink verend, dat was enorm wennen. Ook een douche die alleen vanuit de hand vast te houden was was wennen, of zijn alleen Nederlanders daar niet aan gewend.
Verder top! Goede voorzieningen, oven, veel koelkasten!!
Groeten de hele familie!
Arjanne M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
6/10 Okay
Claudine F.
8 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
De bons souvenirs de famille
Beau chalet adapté pour les grandes familles. Tous ont pris plaisir quelque soit le niveau de ski. Voitures indispensables pour tout.
Claudine F.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
8/10 Good
Aliede M.
13 Mar 2019
Very nice
We had a lovely time in this chalet with 12 persons. Everything we needed was there. It is located perfectly close to the ski lift and the area is perfect to ski. The buss connections are good. The wheather was beautiful and the snow conditions were also good.
Aliede M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
16 Jan 2014
christmas newyear 2013
had the most lovely time chalet was warm and cosy with the log fire , lots of room as there were 10 of us with 2 children , our stay for 2 weeks was just not long enough and did not want to leave , skiing was great ideal for the 2 boys and the grown ups had just as much fun ,would recommend it to friends and relatives we did need our car ,but no worrys to park and it was free .and the best thing for all of us was it snowed on christmas day .as we do not get much snow in cornwall /
About the host
Hosted by Antonia Praud
We are a married couple who love mountains and skiing and have explored the French Alps over many years. In 1997 we decided to buy an apartment in Chatel which we and our children enjoyed. When our children married and had families we needed larger accommodation so in 2003 we purchased a new chalet in Abondance. We enjoyed designing it! We made the lower floor a separate apartment for use by relatives and friends giving them independence with a kitchen but this also benefits our client guests where there are 2 families sharing or where parents accompany their families.
Why they chose this property
Extent and variety of pistes in Portes de Soleil. Availability of cross country skiing on opposite side of river to chalet. Fishing in local lakes and rivers. Buildings are of traditional design with no high rise apartment blocks. Ease of access by air and by road. Can alternate days in mountains with days by Lac Leman with its sailing, attractive promenades and towns such as Evian les Bains, Thonon les Bains and its Port de Rives, Montreux, and medieval floral Yvoire. Cycling on roads and on mountain bikes. Access to Switzerland and northern Italy. Musical festivals such as at Montreux and cultural events, art galleries and museums. Wide range of activities organised by tourist offices.
What makes this property unique
Chalet is in a cul de sac with only 5 chalets all with decent size gardens (ours being the largest), accessed from main road through the valley. Our chalet set back from road and is south facing so benefiting the balconies and large gated terrace (child friendly). Chalet in wider part of valley with views of Mont de Grange, a reserve so its environment is protected, and where deer are often seen coming down as far as the river. Bus stops at end of cul de sac. Chalet is in area where many properties are occupied all year, and not only in ski and summer season. Abondance is main market centre in valley and has medieval Abbey. Property has 2 kitchens so two families can be semi independent.