Apartment Ayo
Apartment
Standard
Self-Catered
Up to 9
3
2
Chamonix
About the apartment
The apartment is part of a small development built in 2002. Unusually for this type of property there is a spacious open-plan living/dining/kitchen area, and a large terrace with connecting balcony. Apartment floor area is around 75 square metres, the terrace is around 50.
The terrace is partly shaded during summer days, and is safe for small children to play, while parents can watch them through the French windows in the main bedroom.
The apartment has been independently audited for child safety, and has a range of baby and toddler equipment (high chair, cots, steriliser, changing mat, etc).
The nearest ski lift is 150m away, and you can ski to within 100m of the door.
Local shops, bars and restaurants are within 200m, and there is a supermarket 10 minute walk away (not downhill!). Chamonix town is 5km, 10 minutes by car or 20-30 by bus. Bus services along the valley stop outside the cable car, 150m away. Access to all main ski areas in the Chamonix Valley is easy by bus or car.
The apartment is comprehensively equipped, and there is an allocated parking space in the secure underground garage, with additional parking available on the driveway.
Les Houches is at the entry to the Chamonix Valley, with its own ski area. A quiet village five km from Chamonix town, with easy access to all local and area facilities.
The Chamonix Valley is world-famous for its variety and range of skiing, but it is emphatically NOT a linked, purpose built, ski system. Les Houches is excellent for beginners and intermediates and is entirely tree lined, which helps in bad weather. The local bus (150m from the apartment) is free and goes to all other areas in the Valley. Keen skiers will need no introduction to Argentiere, one of the world's premier off-piste destinations. Other areas in the Valley cater for all levels and tastes. Being easily accessed by road, Les Houches is an excellent base for exploring other ski resorts - there are a wide range within day trip range in France, Italy and Switzerland - particularly Megeve, Courmayeur and Flaine.
Other activities include climbing, rafting, canyoning, paragliding, walking, husky sledding, forest adventure parks, good shopping. There is even a beach at Lacs du Passy, 10 miles away. Chamonix golf course is approx. 6 miles away. There are even world-class art galleries (Martigy, 1 hour) and jazz festivals (Montreux, 90 minutes). Lakes Geneva and Annecy are easily accessible.
The Chamonix Valley is an enxcellent base for touring the western Alps and northern Italy - Geneva is one hour, Milan and Turin area about 2-1/2 hours. Even Venice is less than five hours!
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Common Amenities
Other details
Facilities and Amenities
- Activities guide
- Towels provided
- Linen provided
- Sunbeds
- Electric convector heating
- Local maps
- Comprehensive baby and toddler equipment
Kitchen:
- Freezer
- Fridge
- Blender
- Clothes dryer
- Combi microwave
- Washing machine
- Oven
- Dish washer
- Cooking utensils
- Toaster
- Iron & board
- Grill
- 4 ring hob
Living Room:
- Sofabeds
- Comfy seating for 8 people
Dining Area:
- 10 seater dining table
- Highchair
Bathrooms:
- 2 Bathrooms, 1 Separate WC
- Bathroom - Toilet, Bath with Shower
Cloakroom - Toilet
Master Bedroom - Shower Enclosure, Ensuite to Bedroom 1 - Washing machine and drying facilities in main bathroom
Bedrooms:
- 3 Bedrooms, normal maximum 9, ask for up to 11
- Master Bedroom - 1 Large Double Bed, Ensuite Shower
- Bunk Bedroom – Sleeps 4 - Single Bed, Bunks and rollout
- Bedroom - 2 Single Bed
- Lounge has double sofabed and single sized sofa.
Entertainment:
- CD/bluetooth/radio stereo system
- TV
- DVD/video library, including kids titles
- Books
- Toys
- DVD player
- VHS video player
- Music and video library
- Wireless broadband internet access
Outside:
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Wooden decking
- Secure allocated underground parking
- Garage
- Terrace dining set and sunloungers
Suitability:
- Suitable for elderly or infirm (one flight of stairs)
- Long term rentals available
- Wheelchair inaccessible
- Children welcome (safe and fully equipped for babies and toddlers)
- Pets considered
- Non smoking only
- Low allergen environment - floors are tiled
Attractions:
- Museums
- Art galleries
- Cinemas
- Recreation centre
- Laundrette - not serviced
- Churches
- Zoo
- Babysitting
- Playground
- Restaurants
Leisure Activities:
- Horse riding
- Sledding
- Bird watching
- Walking
- Sight seeing
- Scenic drives
- Climbing
- Paragliding
- Rafting
- Canyoning
- Outdoor and indoor swimming
- Golf
- Skiing
The large, solidly-fenced terrace, raised one level from the building entrance, is fully decked and ideal for toddlers in the summer. It does not get too much direct sun, so small ones can play safely while adults use the apartment and separate balcony. The master bedroom has french doors opening onto the terrace, so tired parents can watch over the little ones from their bed! Child safety has been independently audited, and the apartment is equipped with relevant safety features for young children, and also has baby/toddler equipment such as high chairs, cot/playpen, steriliser, bed guard, etc.
The range of activities and facilities in the area, year round, is vast, ranging from the extremes of mountain sport to high culture in the art galleries of Martigny. The area is also a good base for touring, with easy access to Italy and Switzerland.
Location
The apartment is located in Les Houches.
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Christelle D. said...11 Mar 2018
Trés bel appartement
Savine R. said...25 Feb 2018
Grand appartement (nous étions 7), parfaitement situé (au pied de Bellevue, 10mn à pied du Praion).
Flavia t. said...27 Dec 2017
Très bonne prestation
“I had a wicked time, and if you like cheese, you’ll love Chamonix” Lysa, March 2003
“Great accommodation, great snow, great time had by all” Jayne, April 2003
“Thanks Keith and family, we’ve had a wonderful time. Kids love the terrace, even the grandparents were impressed, but did moan about the lack of a hot tub on the terrace—“ Andy, July 2003
(Owners note: sorry, still no hot tub, don’t think the terrace would take the weight!)
“Superb accommodation, wonderful location” Jeanie, June 2004
“We could enjoy our stay very much at this apartment” Abe family (Japan), July 2004
“I would like to say a big thanks – you apartment was great and the views from it are breathtaking. I would recommend the baby sitting service provide by Keith and Lyn” Lee, November 2004
“The village is very friendly and great for families. Many thanks for a fantastic Christmas and New Year” Sarah, Jan 2005
“We enjoyed staying in this lovely apartment – it was like home from home. When we visit Chamonix again we’ll definitely stay here” Louise, Sept 2005
“Loads of snow, great skiing, easy to find and plenty of room for six, a great time had by all” Clare, Christmas 2006
“Lovely apartment, great location, well equipped. We found Les Houches excellent for novice and experienced skiers. The Tourist Office staff are very helpful! La Ferme des Agapes and the Pizza restaurant behind the Bellevue lift are both very good” Steve, Feb 2006
“WE HAD FUN!! What’s the difference between snowmen and snow women? SNOWBALLS!” The Hurst party (the kids, I think!) March 2006
“I had a great time skiing. I liked my instructor and he taught me how to ski blues. I liked sleeping in the same bedroom as my friends. I went to Chamonix and bought 2 kittens in a basket”. Megan (and family) March 2006 – if those were real kittens this is a rather unusual ski holiday souvenir!
“We have had the most incredible holiday in the most incredibly difficult to adequately describe location in the Alps” Rob (East London, South Africa), June 2006
“What a magnificent place! The setting is very beautiful, the apartment very livable and child-friendly” Peter (Florida) June 2006
“My dad ate too much and had wine he very much liked” The Atkinson (kids), Holland, July 2006
“Argentiere, what can I say – FANTASTIC snow, no queues, great runs” Macleod family, Feb 2007 (I can’t honestly claim that you will never see a queue in Argentiere--)
itzhak s. said...
27 Jul 2014
Best apartment with the best view!
Penny P. said...
26 Feb 2012
What a lovely apartment
Alison F. said...
2 Jan 2012
Christmas 2011 in Les Houches
Hilary H. said...
20 Apr 2010
Excellent property.
Clare A. said...
4 Aug 2009
Spacious, well laid out accomodation
Ronit S. said...
25 Aug 2018
Great place to stay!
Celine L. said...
13 May 2018
Séjour au top en famille
Kirsty B. said...
4 Apr 2018
Excellent
tim c. said...
24 Jul 2017
Lovely apartment for a summer holiday
Rian R. said...
8 Jul 2017
Great location with mountain view
Ross D. said...
25 Jan 2017
Spacious Apartment in excellent position in Les Houches
Asuncion P. said...
12 Oct 2016
Muy buena, el propietario un 10
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Charming Les Houches apartment presented with nice alpine touches and only 150m from the nearest ski lift. This is only 10 minutes drive to Chamonix village too.
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