Chalet Asters

Features

Sleeps 14 - 17
Chalet (Half board plus wine)

This fantastic chalet is located in a charming old part of town, not far from the nearest shops, bars and restaurants and within walking distance from the lifts. The open-plan lounge and dining room have superb views.With a charming location in the old town of Villeneuve, this chalet is open-plan, with great views and an express fit service

Accommodation

Our friendly staff will provide a hearty continental breakfast, a tasty array of afternoon refreshments to welcome you off the slopes, including a selection of hot and cold drinks and homemade cakes, and a delicious freshly prepared evening meal six days of the week. Complimentary wine is served with each evening meal and if you want to splash out on something a bit special, please ask our chalet staff. On the remaining day (our staff day off), breakfast and afternoon tea will be left out, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a meal in one of the resort's restaurants. This can be arranged for you by your resort representative if you prefer. Our staff will happily cater for any special dietary needs if you let us know at the time of booking, however please note that we advise you bring any more specialist items with you.

Room Facilities

 

Ground Floor:Ski bracket.

First Floor:Lounge/dining area with terrace, TV and video, kitchen, separate WC. Room 1: Double room, seperate toilet and bathroom. Room 2: Twin room. Rooms 1 & 2 have shared bathroom with bath/shower and WC.

Second Floor:Room 3: Triple room (double bed and single bed suitable for an adult) with sink and shower unit in room. WC located on the landing (shared with Room 6).. Rooms 4 & 5: Quad rooms (twin beds and bunk beds) with ensuite shower and WC. Room 6: Double room with single bed under the sloping roof (only suitable for a child) with own bathroom across the landing, and WC (shared with Room 3).

Facilities

Lounge with TV/VCR

Stereo

DVD player and a selection of board games.

Hairdryers available

Facts

Chalet sleeps: 14/17

Distance to resort: 300m

Distance to ski lifts: 400m

Serre Chevalier Resort Info

'Serre Chevalier', home of Luc Alphand, the downhill world champion from 1995 to 1997, is found near the Italian border. Offering indirect links to Montgenèvre and the Milky Way, it has its own 250km of pistes and another 900km available with the Grande Galaxie Pass. The resort itself is very much an intermediates' paradise, good for beginners, but less so for advanced. More accomplished skiers are best advised to head for Monetier for some good black pistes, or a considerable variety of off-piste terrain. Two-thirds of the mountain enjoys wooded surroundings and, as the slopes are north-facing, they do hold snow. However, resort-level snow can be slushy as the villages are all below 1500m. Boarders will find masses to do, particularly those more advanced, with a specialist park and good off-piste.

The overall impression of Serre Chevalier is one of traditional, almost 'provencal' charm, particularly in Monetier. It is an atmospheric venue, of good value and unpretentious, also with a strong French feel. Definitely attempt to avoid French holiday times and the ensuing queues. The restaurants serve good local fare, but a car is a good option, allowing you to try each village's eateries. Unfortunately you are then adding to the local traffic problem. Nightlife is fairly limited, while shoppers may prefer to head for Briancon with its more town-like amenities. Briancon is a better destination if you are looking for off-snow activities. Families may be particularly attracted, with a very good ski school and decent childcare provision. Turin and its airport are two and a half hours away More Serre Chevalier resort information