1. Megève, Haute-Savoie
France: £6.201m
A luxurious ski chalet set in private and secluded grounds with panoramic views over the surrounding mountains. This five-bed chalet is within easy access of Megève and Mont d’Arbois. Close to the Domaine Evasion ski area, the third-largest in France with 445km of pistes for all levels. 5 beds, 4 baths, sauna, garage parking.
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2. Bagnères-de-Luchon, Haute-Garonne
France: €537,000
A 19th century river-fronted house near the Spanish border and the French ski resorts of Luchon-Superbagnères and Bourg d’Oueil. It has been fully restored and is currently operating as a guest house. Each bedroom has its own balcony or terrace access. 7/8 beds, 7 baths/showers, 2 receps, 2 kitchens, reception area, wine cellar, laundry, attics, garden, parking for 5 cars.
3. La Côte d’Arbroz, Haute-Savoie
France: €830,000
This charming chalet is a five-minute drive to the nearest ski resort and close to the popular resort of Les Gets. A large balcony offers fabulous views. 4 beds (2 with balconies), family bath, kitchen, open-plan recep, covered parking and a studio apartment.
4. Roc de la Lune, Les Belleville, Savoie
France: POA
A luxurious all en-suite new-build chalet in the heart of historic Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, in the French Alps. Located a short walking distance from ski lifts and amenities, this chalet (sold off-plan) will combine traditional features with modern touches. 6 suites, open-plan recep/kitchen, ski room, laundry room, sauna, garage, terraces.
5. Savoie, Les Allues
France: €899,000
A delightful Alpine retreat situated in the Savoyard village of Les Allues with spectacular views of the Méribel valley. This chalet is just a short walk from the town’s shops, bars and restaurants and the free shuttle service and gondola linking to the centre of Méribel and Les 3 Vallées. 3 beds, 2 baths, storage, recep/dining/kitchen, garden, terrace.
6. Leysin, Valais
Switzerland: POA
A beautifully renovated chalet with views of the Dents du Midi peaks. Spread over three floors with floor-to-ceiling windows, the property includes playrooms and a mountain room. The chalet sits in a 2-acre plot on the outskirts of the Leysin ski resort. 4 beds, 4 baths, 3 receps, kitchen, garage, cellar, staff accommodation.
7. Taninges, Haute-Savoie
France:€577,000
A rustic chalet flanked by pine trees located 45 minutes from Geneva airport, 10 minutes from Les Gets and on the access route up to the traditional ski resort of Praz de Lys. The property is split into two main spaces connected on the mid and mezzanine floors, so that a single group can make use of the whole chalet. Apartment 1: 2 beds, 2 bedroom areas, 2 baths, recep, kitchen, ski room; Apartment 2: 2 beds, sleeping area, 2 baths, recep, kitchen.
8. Chalet Fesha, Les Houches, Haute-Savoie, Rhône-Alpes
France: €3.95m
A contemporary chalet in the Chamonix Valley, designed by the renowned architect Lionel Adam. It has a modern eco-friendly design, is set in a landscaped garden, and is just 5 minutes’ walk to the Tourchet ski slope. With wonderful views up to Coupeau and over the village of Les Hoches. 4 suites (1 with dressing room), gym/bed 5, 2 receps, kitchen, office, sauna, hammam, garage.
9. Le Coupeau, Les Houches, Chamonix
France: €2.3m
Renovated to a high specification, this perfect mountain retreat comes with magnificent views of Mont Blanc. Close to the ski resort of Les Houches and the centre of Chamonix. Master suite with dressing room and balcony, 4 further beds, study/bed 6, open-plan living/dining/kitchen room, dining room, gym, cinema room, wrap-around terrace, hot tub, gardens.
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