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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, travel crib
TV, DVD player, table tennis, books

Overview of Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Le Grand-Bornand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
  • Popular LocationLa Joyère Gondola19 min walk
  • Popular LocationLe Rosay Gondola19 min walk
  • Popular LocationLa Clusaz Ski Resort16 min drive
  • AirportLyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)113 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 8
1033 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 bunk bed
Bedroom 2
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 double bed
Bedroom 4
    1 double bed
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bathtub

Room options

About the neighborhood

Le Grand-Bornand

In Le Grand-Bornand .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Le Grand-Bornand chalet, you'll find La Joyère Gondola and Le Rosay Gondola. Heritage Museum and Les Gettiers Ski Lift are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • La Joyère Gondola - 19 min walk
  • Le Rosay Gondola - 19 min walk
  • Le Chatelet Ski Lift - 6 min drive
  • La Clusaz Ski Resort - 16 min drive
  • Espace Nordique des Confins - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Bonneville Station - 27 min drive
  • Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • Au Bon Vieux Temps - 15 min walk
  • A la Ferme de Pépé - 15 min walk
  • Le Chatillon - 10 min drive
  • Restaurant le Jalouvre - 6 min drive
  • Le Reblochon Qui Fond - 13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location

Located in an unspoilt corner of the French Alps, Chalet Vif is a perfect location for a winter or summer vacation, with breathtaking views over the Aravis mountain range.
The Chalet is built in traditional Alpine style on 3 floors with 4 bedrooms. There are 2 balconies, one off the main bedroom and one off the large lounge. The south facing aspect ensures plenty of sun and gives stunning views of the Aravis mountain range and the surrounding countryside.
The town is still very much considered a hidden secret within the French Alps with its lovely village shops, church, tree lined square and regular market. There is a thriving community throughout the year and the summers as much as the winters have become popular for outdoor sports and relaxing in the sunshine. The chalet has easy access to the ski lift network of Le Grand Bornand and Chinaillon, and La Clusaz is just a10-minute drive away. Nordic skiing is also excellent: Le Grand Bornand is a host of the Biathlon World Cup


Skiing: Over 200km of pistes skiing in the Aravis range. All types of skiing are available with pistes to suit all abilities including the 2nd steepest black run in Europe. Queues are rare and the area has a good snow record. Snow cannons extending the ski season which lasts from December 15 to April 15 but often open earlier and later. Direct access to the lift network is in the middle of Le Grand Bornand and the snow bus stops only a few metres away at the end of the lane, giving access to Chinaillon, La Clusaz and St Jean De Sixt. The area has 120 pistes, including 5 black, 30 red, 45 blue and 40 green runs. There are 98 ski lifts, 2 snow parks, 2 competition stadiums and night skiing.
The Aravis ski pass is great value and covers all the resorts in the area.

Summer Activities: A wide range of activities are available including mountain walks, parapenting, archery, trampolining, petanque, tennis, table tennis, mountain biking, horse riding, white water rafting, canyoning, hot air ballooning, fishing, karting and snooker.
There is an extensive outdoor swimming pool complex in the village.
Golfers are well catered for with a 9 hole course in Le Grand Bornand and several 18 hole courses within an hours drive.
The beautiful city of Annecy and its lake with beaches is only 40 mins away by car.

Property manager

Ian John

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,033 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Chalet in French Alps Beautiful Quiet Location
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location to the airport?

This chalet is 41.1 mi (65-min drive) away from the Geneva International Airport (GVA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this chalet.

Does Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location offer free breakfast?

This chalet does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location?

No, there is no casino at this chalet.

What time is check-in at Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location?

Free parking is not available at this chalet.

Does Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location have a pool?

This chalet does not have a pool.

Does Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this chalet.

How close is Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location to downtown Le Grand-Bornand?

This chalet is 0.6 mi away from Le Grand-Bornand.

Chalet in French Alps - Beautiful, quiet location Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 89 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Louise p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Chalet
Well equipped kitchen. Plenty of comfortable seating. Lovely views from the balconies. Could have done with some more pillows for the beds. Short walk to village, quite steep, but fine if you take your time coming up. Village had a lovely atmosphere and there were different activities and nice places to eat. We had a lovely time, lots if walking and didn't need to use the car very much for the almost 2 weeks we were there.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable chalet
Chalet Vif is close to the town; approximately a 15 minute walk (note that the walk back up is steep). The kitchen was well equipped and the living space was comfortable. We travelled with children and the 4th bedroom with bunk beds was on the garage floor, separate from the other 3 bedrooms which were located on the 2nd floor. We were a group of 5. Overall, a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

A charming, thoughtfully and well equipped home from home.
A delightful propery in a great location.

8/10 Good

Michelle H.

Peaceful position with great views across the village to the Aravis mountains
Very comfortable chalet. Well equipped. 15 minutes walk down a steep hill to the village. Very tranquil. No wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

8/10 Good

Guillaume B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Joli chalet
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Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mineke v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We stayed in the chalet for one week. It's on a nice location with good views of the skilifts Rosay and, a bit further, La Joyere. You can see the skislope that is running in to Le Grand-bornand. Skibus runs very close by, although taking the car is also very convenient. The chalet is spacious, with a garage, bedroom and small bathroom on the ground floor ( ideal for our teenagers) and three nice bedrooms and bathroom on the second floor. The sunny livingroom/kitchen is well equipped and spacious enough for the seven of us. We enjoyed the chalet very much and...had a little throwback in time when we discovered the "vintage" videotape player...now we were able to show our kids how we used to spend our evenings...pre-Netflix time.. Ian is a very welcoming host, replies very quickly when there's a question. Would def. recommend staying in Chalet Vif in beautiful Le Grand Bornand.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super
Le propriétaire fourni toutes les indications nécessaires et le chalet a tout ce dont on a besoin ! Le seul petit bémol c’est la mauvaise isolation du chalet. Sinon lit très confortable, salon très agréable, chalet parfaitement équipé, a proximité de la navette.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bartolo S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super vacance
We have very good time, either for the location than for the house. I will recommend it
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vega F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chalet le Vif
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour en famille. Le chalet est très confortable, fonctionnel et bien situé pour aller skier (arrêt navette à proximité) ou pour se déplacer au village. Vue exceptionnelle sur les Aravis et chalet très lumineux.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Agréable séjour
Très bon séjour chez Ian. Nous étions 10 (2 couples et 6 enfants dont 2 bébés. Le chalet est agréable et adapté pour 8 personnes. Il est sur les hauteurs donc dispose d’une très belle vue. Est situé à 15 minutes environ du centre ville mais attention, le chemin est en pente et donc en montée dans l’autre sens. Nous l’avons fait avec des poussettes donc c’est faisable mais c’est sportif! Heureusement il y a des navettes/bus qui nous déposent à quelques minutes à pied du chalet. Le chalet est propre et la cuisine est très bien équipée. Ian nous a transmis toutes les informations nécessaires. Il a été très sympathique. Je recommande!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023