Amanda Shiel takes at look at some of the finest ski resorts in France
Residence Le Martell de Janville, Mont BlancThe residential property is seven floors high and comprises 150 apartments ranging from the studio to the T5 with terraces, views of Mont Blanc and private parking. Residence Le Martell de Janville is located in the Mont Blanc area on the Plateau d’Assy, 20 km from Chamonix and Megève.
Prices: from €61,500 (about £43,865) to €206,000 (about £146,930)
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Les Chalets de l’Adret, Les Deux AlpesThe Chalets de l'Adret are located at the centre of the Deux Alpes resort, by the foot of the ski lifts.
The development consists of two chalet blocks and features a total of 30 apartments, ranging from studios to three-bedroom units. Each apartment has a terrace or balcony and ski equipment storage, while parking spaces are available for an additional fee.
Prices: from €95,500 (approx. £68,115) to €453,000 (about £323,104)
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Les Terrasses d’Eos, Flaine MontsoleilLes Terrasses d’Eros in the Flaine Montsoleil resort is located in the Haute-Savoie Region of the French Alps at the foot of Mont Blanc, a region renowned for its snowfall and snow quality. The new development of Les Terrasses d’Eos offers ski in, ski out access to the largest and most diverse ski area in the French Alps, ‘Le Gran Massif’. The resort is a car-free, fully pedestrian centre, with a variety of shops, restaurants, bars, and recreational areas, including landscaped gardens and a fitness centre.
Les Terrasses d’Eos is located to the east of the village and comprises of 500 units offering a choice of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Each apartment is fully furnished to 4-star specifications with contemporary designs and large bay windows which open onto a balcony with alpine views. To create a feeling of warmth for these mountain apartments the walls are decorated with cream and ochre as well as having under floor heating. One parking slot will be available to each apartment. Prices start at €200,000 (approx. £135, 894) for a one-bedroom apartment.
Prices start at €200,000 (approx. £135, 894) for a one-bedroom apartment.
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EdenArc 1800, Les ArcsEdenArc 1800 consists of 330 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. Each apartment is fully furnished to 4-star specifications with contemporary designs and large bay windows which open onto a balcony with alpine views.
The furniture in the living rooms includes a sofa bed, armchair, coffee table plus two further tables. Underground parking is available at no extra cost. Located at the foot of the slopes, further features of the apartments include an aqua relaxation centre with an outdoor heated swimming pool, a children’s swimming pool, hot tubs, sauna and hammam. A fitness centre and conference rooms are also on site.
The abundance of wide open spaces makes the slopes at Les Arcs excellent for beginners while expert skiers can enjoy themselves off-piste. Other winter activities available include ice climbing, ice skating, show shoeing and winter walking. Being an all-season getaway, there are plenty of activities on offer for the summer – golf, horse riding, paragliding, hiking and mountain biking are a few examples. The resort caters for children with a wide range of activities such as trampolining, bouncy castles, ski kindergarten and kid’s club to choose from. Les Arcs also has restaurants, nightclubs, bars, a bowling alley and a few cinemas.
Prices start at €245,000 (approx.UK £171,018) for a one-bedroom apartment and completion is expected at the end of 2008.
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Residence Le Janremon, Les Deux Alpes, Isere, FranceThis development is located in the village of Les Deux Alpes in the Massif des Ecins region of the French Alps. The hotel conversion will consist of 44 studio, one-, two- and four-bedroom apartments. Features include a balcony/terrace with dramatic views of the mountains from most apartments. Each apartment comes with a ski locker and personal water/electricity metre.
Due to the high slopes, reliable snow fall and close proximity to the nearest cable car (150m walking distance), the resort is popular among skiers and snowboarders alike. The varied mountain terrain means that the resort suits all levels of skier from the beginner to the advanced. There is a snow park in the village and night skiing is offered three times a week. There are 25km of cross country trails. Being an all-season getaway, there are plenty of activities on offer for the summer too – golf (les Deux Alpes Golf Course), horse riding, paragliding, hiking and mountain biking are a few suggestions.
Prices start at €75,000 (approx. UK £52,357).
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Les Chalets de la Tannerie, Chamonix, French AlpsPositioned at the heart of the French Alps, Chamonix has been a favoured Alpine destination for decades. Chamonix has excellent skiing, some of the best walking and cycling routes and a range of restaurants and bars for any après-ski requirement.
The development comprises a chalet of three apartments, a chalet of two apartments and a bespoke, stand-alone chalet. Each apartment of two-, three- or four-bedrooms has its own terrace and spectacular views towards Mont Blanc and the Aiguille du Midi.
The development is designed and constructed by one of the regions most respected developers. The Grosset Janin brothers have been creating dream alpine homes for three generations – Les Chalets de la Tannerie maintains this tradition.
Three apartments are currently available: a three--bed for €1,049,000 (£704,026), four-bed €1,415,000 (£956,081) and four-bed for €1,459,000 (£985,810).
Contact Chesterton International on 0207 201 2070 or visit chesterton.co.uk.