A great selection of properties and locations in this beautiful country
Les Naturelles, Leukerbad, Valais
Set in spectacular surroundings, Les Naturelles offers an opportunity to acquire a mountain retreat in this spa town where travellers have journeyed for centuries to take to the waters and enjoy the clean mountain air. Les Naturelles is situated just two hours from Geneva airport. Famed for having Europe’s largest Alpine hot springs, the two spa facilities in Leukerbad are within a few minutes walk. Two gondolas whisk skiers to the top of the mountain’s challenging slopes to enjoy over 50 kilometres of pistes. A selection of one bedroom apartments is available for immediate occupation and the developer is also offering a five year guaranteed rental income. Prices start from sfr310,000 (approx. £133,047) and range to sfr360,000 (approx. £ 155,172).
La Soldanelle, Chateau d’Oex, Vaud
Converted from a 19th century hotel, La Soldanelle is situated in a pretty, un spoilt Swiss village. Chateau d’Oex is also host to the annual balloon festival each January. La Soldanelle consists of 21 one, two and three bedroom apartments and one three-bedroom duplex apartment. Many of the flats have large terraces or balconies which owners can enjoy the stunning views and crisp Alpine air. The luxury conversion features a concierge service, Jacuzzi, sauna, pool and fitness centre amongst other amenities. There is currently one, one bedroom apartment available in the main building at sfr550,000 (approx £236,051) and one two bedroom apartment available in the annex at sfr640,000 (approx £ 275,862).
Le Chateau des Rocailles, Anzère, Valais
This newly completed development of 17 purpose built apartments comprises eight one-bedroom apartments, four two-bedroom apartments and five three-bedroom apartments. The generously sized apartments each feature a large balcony or terrace and have access to excellent communal facilities including a fitness room, sauna, Jacuzzi, ski storage and lockable caves for extra storage. The developer is also offering a 5 year rental income. Anzère has an altitude of 1500 metres with skiing to 2500 metres. Prices start from Prices from sfr295,000 (approx. £126,609) for a one bedroom apartment,sfr790,000 (approx. £339,056) for a two bedroom apartment and sfr585,000 (approx. £251,073) for a three bedroom apartment. There are five apartments left.
Residenz Ambassador, Leukerbad, Valais
Leukerbad is located on the sunny side of the Rhone valley, to the East of Lake Geneva in the Canton Valais region just two hours from Geneva airport. This new development consists of 27 spacious one, two and three bedroom apartments which are fully fitted with modern kitchens, parquet or tiled floors, underground heating and the option of a private parking space. Each apartment has a balcony offering stunning views of the surrounding scenery. Furthermore, holiday makers can make full use of the excellent leisure facilities which include a fitness room, sun beds, and wellness centre with a Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. Prices start at sfr645,000 (approx. £276,824) and range to sfr860,000 (approx. £369,099). The cost of an underground parking space starts from sfr32,000 (approx. £13,734). Owners can enjoy the benefits of a five year guaranteed income scheme.
Chalet Edelweiss, Chateau d’Oex
Located in Chateau d’Oex with dramatic mountain views, this luxury conversion of a former modern chalet consists of one, one bedroom and four three bedroom apartments. The development is conveniently located within three minutes walk to the town centre, where restaurants, shops and bars can all be found. All apartments have modern fully fitted kitchens, bathrooms, double glazing and come with either a balcony or terrace. Residents will have access to a wellness centre where facilities include a gym, sauna, Jacuzzi and an indoor swimming pool. Prices range from Sfr995,000 (approximately £428,879) to Sfr,2050,000 (approximately £883,621).
The Golf C, Leukerbad:
Located in the heart of Leukerbad, just two hours away from Geneva airport, the Golf C development comprises 15 one, two and three bedroom apartments. With a balcony or terrace to every apartment, inhabitants will be able to make the most of the dramatic views. All apartments come fully fitted and buyers can choose from a range of the highest quality bathroom and kitchen furnishings. Additional features include double glazing, electrical exterior blinds and parquet flooring. Buyers will also have a choice of a fire place or tilted stove in the living room. Prices range from 375,000CHF (approx. £160,944) to 730,000CHF (approx.313,305). The developer, Schnyder Bauunternehmung und Immobilien AG who have been developing properties in the Valais area since 1948, provides an optional scheme whereby buyers may receive an annual fixed income for the first five years of ownership. In return, buyers must allow the developer to rent their apartment for 20 weeks each year.
Hotel Rochegrise, Villars-Sur-Ollon, Canton de Vaud :
Located in one of the most sought after resorts in Vaud, Hôtel Rochegrise is an exclusive apart-hotel development with superb mountain views. The 27 apartments consist of studios, two and three bedrooms and there is direct access to the ski slopes. All apartments have modern fully fitted kitchens, bathrooms, double glazed windows and come with either a balcony or terrace. Furthermore, buyers are permitted to use hotel facilities which include an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a fitness room and sauna. Underground parking spaces are available and are sold separately, prices range from 35,000CHF – 50,000CHF (approx. £15,086 - £21,552. The apartments are available from 649,000CHF (approx.£279,741) for a studio apartment and range to 3,920,000CHF (approx. £1,689,655) for a three bedroom apartment.
Zermatt
The mountain range around Zermatt offers the longest ski season in Europe and, an undisputable reputation as one of the best skiing terrains available. This top floor penthouse apartment offers four private balconies spread out over two sides over the apartment providing breathtaking views over the Matterhorn Mountain. With a sumptuous lounge and open fire place, this stylish apartment offers the highest standard of alpine living. The apartment spread over 180 sq meters also includes a fully fitted kitchen, a cellar and equipment storage space all heated throughout.
The village is car free and offers a wide range of restaurants, shops, boutiques and year round sporting activities. At an altitude of approximately 1620 meters above sea level the glazier provides the largest summer ski season in the Alps. CHF 2’300’000 (approximately £986,724)
For more information, please contact Overseas Homesearch Tel: 0800 652 0769
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At the tip of
Lake Geneva, where it meets the River Rhone, a spectacular new marina is nearing completion. Consisting of 140 residences with as many moorings, Marina Port-Valais is magnificently situated for visitors to enjoy all the pleasures that both lake and mountain can afford.
Lake Geneva itself is the largest lake in Western Europe, and is host to the Gold Cup race “Bol d’Or”, the biggest regatta held on inland water in Europe. Between the lake and the mountains, in a country and region which benefits from an attractive tax system and economic stability like no other, this lakeside village offers an investment that combines profitability and pleasure.
A few short metres separate residents from the excellent range of water sports on offer at Lake Geneva and, come the winter months, a 30 minute car ride takes one onto the ski slopes of Portes du Soleil, the largest skiing resort in Europe. Within close proximity lies Montreux with its’ famous music festival. Slightly further afield is Geneva itself, a cosmopolitan centre with superb shopping and fine dining. This outstanding geographical location is just one of the advantages offered by the Marina Port-Valais, which is also well sited for short excursions to France. Yet more pistes can be found in nearby Leysin, Verbier or chic Gstaad, all world-renowned resorts. Naturally Port-Valais benefits from an exceptional climate in a location protected from the wind and summers are more akin to those in St Tropez.
Taxes in the country are low, and each district levies at a fixed tax-rate that is suited to the location. The Canton and the commune where the Marina is located are amongst the most advantageous in Switzerland, which makes acquiring a residence a guaranteed profitable investment.
An Unrivalled Choice Construction of the Marina Port-Valais began in November 2004. The first apartments were handed over in December 2005. One of particular features of the site lies in the individuality of each module. The buyer can choose the colour and the style of the façade, the interior and exterior installations (balconies, bay windows, specified staircases etc), which makes each apartment unique and guarantees a block of apartments with great visual variety which still preserves a lake-side village atmosphere.
Moreover the social life of the marina will be enhanced by the establishment of a harbour master, a restaurant and access to Bouveret village only a few hundred metres away and to the best aquatic leisure centre in Switzerland: Aquaparc.
A virtual tour to the Port-Valais Marina is possible by visiting the web site www.marinaportvalais.com
Two to five bed apartments with expansive views and private outdoor space are available off plan at Marina Port Valais now through PURE International. Prices range from circa £303,000 for a two bed duplex.
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On Tuesday, December 19th, the Canton Valais government announced a 12 month moratorium on sales of second homes to foreign buyers in seven communes. This will take effect from January 2007. According to a government spokesman, this action has been taken to eliminate the backlog of nearly 1000 applications currently outstanding in the Canton.
Following yesterday’s announcement, Chesterton International has established the following information:
-Current permit C applications will proceed. If a buyer has signed a sales contract (exchanged), the purchase will not be affected by the moratorium.
-Buyers who have reserved but have not yet signed a sales contract must sign the sales contract at the notary’s office before the end of the year or the sale will not go ahead until the moratorium is lifted.
-This action appears to be limited to the Bagnes (Verbier), Grimentz, Heremence, Nendaz, Riddes, Val d’Illiez and Veysonnaz communes in Valais
-Local objections to the moratorium have been registered and the outcome is not yet entirely clear
Andy Hawkins, Senior International Property Consultant, Chesterton International, states that “Chesterton is actively seeking further information and clarification on the moratorium and what effect it will have on property sales in Switzerland and will provide an update when more information is available.”
Chesterton currently has properties available for sale in areas unaffected by the moratorium:
Le Domaine De La Foret, Bluche
This perfectly positioned development has panoramic views over the valley and is located moments from the centre of the fashionable Crans-Montana. Located between a river and forested area, the plot maintains a natural Swiss feel. The area is directly south facing, providing the maximum level of natural light. Alpin Chalet has created four individual chalet designs, each offering ample living space. Alpin Chalet is happy to work with each purchaser to create their dream home away from home.
During the winter season, the area boasts a skiing domain of at least 170km. There is a free shuttle bus from Bluche to the slopes with access to at least 30 lifts. In the summer, the resort of Crans offers a range of activities including walking, hiking and mountain biking, not to mention the PGA Golf Course and Omega Swiss Open. In addition, Crans has the largest tennis centre in the Swiss Alps. With the comprehensive shopping centre of Crans-Montana only moments away and the Funiculaire connecting with Crans and the rest of the valley, this development fulfils all requirements. Plots 2 and 4 remain, with prices from £900,000
Geneva - 2 hours (186km)
Crans-Montana - 7 minutes (5km)
Verbier - 1 hour (81km)
Sion - ½ hour (28km)
Les Mayens De Sion, Les Agettes
Situated 1300 metres above the valley, amongst mountain woodlands, Les Mayens de Sion offers breathtaking views in the popular '4 Valley' ski domain. Just 90 minutes from Geneva, Les Mayens de Sion offers excellent all year round activities for the entire family. Les Mayens de Sion is located moments from the Piste de l’Ours ski lift. Along with the neighbouring resorts of Veysonnaz, Nendaz and Thyon, every amenity is at your doorstep.
Alpin Chalet’s development of five bespoke chalets here will be designed and constructed by to the highest standards, blending traditional style with luxurious modern design. Prices from £740,000
Geneva - 90 minutes (170km)
Sion- 25 minutes (16km)
Nendaz - 20 minutes (11km)
Veysonnaz 10 minutes (6km)
Les Chalets De Marie, Ovronnaz
A development of luxury one, two and three bedroom apartments set in the mountain resort of Ovronnaz with views down to the Rhone Valley. This traditional village at an altitude of 1,350 metres is one of the rare mountain resorts to attract visitors during all four seasons due to its variety of activities. Thermalp Les Bains is a famous thermal spa complex in the area, offering indoor and outdoor pools, sauna/hammam, and fitness centre, the ideal way to recharge after a day’s skiing or hiking.
Les Chalets de Marie will be built by one of the most reputable builders in Valais. The residence will comprise a beautiful south-facing chalet, with eight apartments made of traditional wood with authentic stone roof finishes. Each apartment has a private south-facing balcony or terrace with stunning views to the mountain peaks and down to the valley. The apartments all have cellar, ski storage room and a laundry room.
Located in the heart of the Canton Valais with views down to the Rhone Valley, Ovronnaz is renowned for its sunny aspect. The village is set amongst orchard and vineyards, on a wonderful south-facing plateau, offering the very best of sport and nature. At 1,350 meters, the village is one of the only mountain resorts to attract visitors during all four seasons due to its variety of activities, with an abundance of powder snow for lovers of skiing and snowboarding. Sun worshipers will have the choice of nursery slopes to the high Tsantonnaire ski runs including carving- and freestyle runs and 25 km of cross-country skiing. Ovronnaz enjoys spectacular colours in autumn and there are 150 km of hiking paths and more than 50 km of mountain bike trails. Visitors can also enjoy river fishing, volleyball, a fitness course and much more. Prices from £155,000 for a one bedroom apartment, from £215,000 for a two bedroom apartment and from £355,000 for a three bedroom duplex apartment.
Geneva - 1 hour 40 minutes (156km)
Sion - 30 minutes (25km)
Verbier - 1 hour 51km)
Les Rhodos, Ovronnaz
Les Rhodos are located at 200 metres from the thermal baths in Ovronnaz and approximately five minutes drive from the slopes. In peak season, a free shuttle will drive skiers from doorsteps to the slopes. This is one of the most desirable locations of the resort comprising two beautiful south-facing chalets, each of 12 apartments, made of natural traditional wood. Each apartment has a private south-facing balcony or terrace with panoramic views to the mountain peak and down to the valley, a personal cellar and ski-locker and a common laundry room. Les Rhodos is perfectly located on the sunny south facing side of the valley. The development is moments from the thermal spa and only a short ride away from the slopes. Prices from £282,000
Geneva - 1 hr 50 mins (156km)
Sion - 30 mins (25km)
Verbier - 1 hr (50km)
Nendaz - 40 mins (30km)
Sun Brook, Zweisimmen, Bernese Oberland
At Home in the Alps, a Swiss company that specialises in designing and constructing exclusive holiday homes, is offering 12 bespoke luxury chalets on plots in the traditional Swiss village of Zweisimmen, located in the Waadtlander Alps, at the heart of the picturesque Bernese Oberland, near Gstaad. Located on the mountainside at the top of Zweisimmen village, facing the slopes of the Rinderberg, with panoramic views across the valley and to the peaks, these homes are within a five minutes’ walk of the village centre and five to ten minutes’ walk of the ski lifts. The chalets take their name from Zweisimmen’s nickname, ‘Sonnendorf’ (literally Sun Brook), bestowed on account of its glorious year-round sunshine. These homes will provide the perfect all-season holiday destination for families with a vast range of winter and summer activities, sightseeing opportunities, spas, shops, restaurants and nightlife. Year-round sunshine and easy, low-cost access from the UK make the area even more attractive to those seeking a second home abroad. Plots ranging in size from 600 square metres to 1,000 square metres. Each chalet provides from 150 to 200 square metres of living accommodation. Prices from £500,000
With more than 90 years of experience in construction, At Home in the Alps enjoys an excellent reputation for quality and service. At Home in the Alps is a brand name of the Swiss German company Staempfli which is an ISO 9001:2000 accredited company. The construction period on the Sun Brook chalets starts in March and will run for 10 to 12 months.