Apartment Glacier
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Overview
Wow! Apartment Glacier is a phenomenal, totally luxurious ski apartment perfect for large families or groups of friends who are looking for something a little different. It sits within an exclusive hotel, spa and restaurant residence at the Solaise summit, above Val d’Isere and with the most incredible snowy vistas. The apartment features five sensational bedrooms and a dormitory with two single beds, gorgeous shower rooms, fabulous balconies where you can admire the snow-capped mountain tops and a lavish living space. Guests also enjoy access to superb residence facilities. At an altitude of 2551 metres, the mountain views and views of the picturesque resort of Val d’Isere from this amazing spot are absolutely stunning. Access to the residence is exclusively by the Solaise gondola which arrives two hundred metres from the complex where you will be met by staff waiting to escort you to the apartment with a tracked vehicle and a trailer. Your dreamy, luxurious paradise, together with access to a deluxe spa, a fabulous gastronomic restaurant and other hotel services offers the holiday of a lifetime which you can enjoy with friends or family.
The residence boasts a lavish, extravagant, superbly welcoming and comfortable sixteen bedroom hotel, four gorgeous apartments of which Apartment Glacier is the second largest, an idyllic spa with a 24 hour gym and a fantastic restaurant, all facing the majestic nature of the Vanoise Park. On two evenings a week, the gondola cabins are used exclusively by the hotel to escort guests to and from the centre of Val d’Isere where you can enjoy its picturesque streets, boutique shops and gourmet restaurants. You can also the charms of the town during the day using the gondola. Val d’Isere enjoys a reputation as one of Europe’s most prestigious ski resorts. Together with the next door ski area of Tignes, the area of Espace Killy offers an impressive number of pistes and lifts, not to mention breathtaking panorama with its dramatic Grande Motte glacier. The resort is brilliant for all levels with nursery pistes, magic carpets and excellent ski instructors for beginners. The resort offers gondolas with heated seats, Wi-Fi, a number of luxury spas, a wonderful leisure centre, a fabulous array of high-end boutiques and a fantastic night life.
With 160 sqm of luxurious space spread over two floors, Apartment Glacier offers the best of both worlds, a stunning apartment away from the crowds with wonderful kitchen facilities and a gorgeous living space, access to superb hotel facilities and access to the vibrant town centre. The inspired décor of the apartment is absolutely wonderful featuring ancient woods, sleek, mellow stone, carefully combined fabrics including plush velvets and wonderfully blended Alpine character. You will feel utterly indulged yet immediately at home in these glorious surroundings. The apartment enjoys several beautifully furnished balconies where you can enjoy the amazing scenery at this magnificent altitude. The main living space of Apartment Glacier enjoys a spectacular, fur adorned corner sofa where you can relax admiring the views or watching the wall-mounted television and recessed contemporary fire and a wall of glass doors which drown the space in natural light, offer spectacular views and give access to one of the balconies. The interior designers have used a brilliant combination of materials including rustic wood, plastered finishes, velvets, furs and mellow stone. The result is stunning. A sociable square dining table sits in one corner where you can dine with a view cooking in your excellent open kitchen. Contemporary light fittings and lavish rugs complete the inviting picture. The apartment enjoys five gorgeous bedrooms, two with a queen size beds and three with sumptuous kingsize beds that can be set up as twins on request. The charming dormitory enjoys two single beds. The beds are beautifully dressed in crisp cottons, snug duvets and gorgeous soft furnishings. The rooms are immensely characterful with plenty of wood and lots with sloping ceilings. Guests enjoy a variety of excellent shower rooms which come with fluffy towels and luxurious toiletries.
The residence restaurant is very attractive, dressed in its finest attire and offering delicious meals in an idyllic setting. You can enjoy a casual lunch on its sunny terrace with the snowy peaks of Val d’Isere as a backdrop or dinner inside with ambient lighting and a touch of class. Three nights a week under its giant chandeliers and beside its magnificent travertine fireplace, chefs prepare a transalpine feast which is served to the sounds of live music and guests quickly take to the dance floor.
The residence spa offers brilliant treats including a 25 metre swimming pool where you can swim facing the snow-capped peaks, two jacuzzis where you can enjoy the warmth and bubbles while admiring the spectacular valley, two hammams, an outdoor sauna, four treatment rooms and a superb, well-equipped gym. Yoga classes are offered as well as wonderful treatments using the deluxe Exertier brand which boast the secrets of Savoyard herbalism. The 24 hour gym features cardio training and weight training equipment as well as stretching mats.
Apartment Glacier will leave you with magical holiday memories.
What you should know…
- Apartment Glacier is located at a prestigious, stylish residence at the Solaise summit. It is exclusively reached by the Solaise gondola which leaves the snow front in Val d’Isere and arrives 200 m from the residence.
- You will be given detailed instructions for your arrival by car, shuttle or bus and help can be given by luggage handlers.
- Arrivals can only take place via the Solaise cable car which runs from 9am to 4.30pm daily. Exceptionally, privatisation of the cabins for access to the hotel is available on Wednesdays and Fridays from 7pm to 11pm. Please note that no arrivals can be accommodated outside of these times.
- The residence enjoys a fabulous restaurant, a stunning spa with a pool, treatment rooms, jacuzzis, hammams, a sauna and a gym which guests staying at Apartment Glacier can enjoy access to. There are, of course, additional costs involved when using the residence facilities
- The apartment enjoys five sensational bedrooms as well as a dormitory with twin beds.
- If there are more than twelve of you, you could also take one of the other apartments in this exclusive residence. We feature Apartment Danaide, Apartment Madeleine and Apartment Charvet in addition to Apartment Glacier.
Property Features
The Apartment
- Open plan fully-equipped kitchen
- Dining area
- Living area
- Balcony
- Double bedroom with king-size bed (king size can be converted into twin beds)
- Double bedroom with king-size bed
- Double bedroom with king-size bed
- Double bedroom with queen-size bed
- Double bedroom with queen-size bed
- Dormitory with two single beds
Additional Facilities
- Wifi
- Two Restaurants
- Bar
- Wellness area
- Shared swimming pool, jacuzzis, hammams and sauna
- Shop
- Playroom
- Ski locker
- Parking in resort available at extra cost
Location
About the surrounding area of Apartment GlacierVal d’Isere boasts a brilliant location amongst the snow-capped peaks on the border of the stunning Vanoise National Park. The town’s authentic atmosphere, gorgeous historic centre, endless chocolate-box chalets, unique boutiques and fantastic bars and eateries make it a hot spot for skiers and summer walkers. It is nestled in a valley and is linked with the mighty Tignes, offering a massive ski playground. Val d’Isere’s snowfall record is brilliant with skiing usually staying open until the end of the season at the beginning of May. The centre of Val d’Isere is a bustling high street which is surrounded by a number of small hamlets including Le Cret, Le Joseray, Le Chatelard, La Legettaz and Le Laisinant.
The Espace Killy area including Tignes is the birthplace of the Olympic skier Jean-Claude Killy. Its connections and advanced ski infrastructure is excellent with more than 3400 km of pistes and 99 lifts. As well as the Grande Motte glacier which offers 20 km of summer ski runs, it also boasts the challenging black-rated piste, Face de Bellevarde with its 915 m drop. Its height altitude from 1850 m to 3400 m guarantees some of the best snow in Europe. The ski area is perfect for all levels of skiers with its mythical slopes, almighty challenges and its quiet ski areas for beginners and children. The Valkids area and Valpark, a brilliant snow park are welcome additions for families. Passes can be bought for any number of days as well as for those that do not want to ski. Family passes are also available. Pedestrians do not have to miss out on the stunning views and family lunches on the slopes as they can access many lifts including the Solaise gondola, the Pim Pam carpet, the Poum carpet, the Vallon gondola, the Funival, the Daille gondola, the Olympique cable car, the Fornet cable car and the Bellevarde chairlift. The resort operates some brilliant ski schools.
Val’d’Isere is a great place for a wander, for evening entertainment and for shopping. It is incredibly picturesque, boasting a pretty17th century church and delightful, characterful shops, restaurants and bars. It is a known party destination with La Folie Douce being one of it main evening attractions. For those that don’t ski or want a day off, there are some excellent spas and a brilliant leisure centre. When staying at Apartment Glacier, you enjoy use of evening gondolas to and from the town on two nights a week and otherwise can dine in style at the residence restaurant, indulge yourself in the spa, work out in the gym or enjoy a quiet night in your luxurious apartment. During the summer, Val d’Isere enjoys fabulous biking and hiking trails and the wonderful Vanoise National Park.
Please note that due to the unique location of this property, arrivals can only take place via the Solaise cable car which runs from 9am to 4.30pm daily. Exceptionally, privatisation of the cabins for access to the hotel is available on Wednesdays and Fridays from 7pm to 11pm. Please note that no arrivals can be accommodated outside of these times.
Local Amenities | |||
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Nearest Airport |
Geneva Airport
(197km) |
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Nearest Village |
Val-d'Isère
(3.7 km) |
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Nearest Restaurant |
Gigi
(29 m) |
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Nearest Piste |
Soleise Terrasse
(0 m) |
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Nearest Bar/Pub |
The Bar du Refuge
(20 m) |
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Nearest Supermarket |
Spar
(3.6 km) |
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Nearest Ski Lift |
Lac
(500 m) |
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Nearest Ski Hire | Snowberry Slopeside |
The Resort
Val d’Isere is the oldest of the French ski resorts and a gleaming icon at the end of the valley where the residential town lies. Surrounded by what is arguably some of the most beautiful mountain landscape in the world, the chalet village is centred around a charming baroque church. It’s a lovely place for wandering, taking in the cosy atmosphere and spending quality time with your favourite people.
Val d’Isere is composed of three skiing sections. These are La Daille, Val d’Isere centre and Le Fornet, all of which are linked by a free shuttle service. Alongside Tignes, the resort is part of a wider ski area known as Espace Killy, and a lift pass will get you access to its entirety. Ski season in both resorts stretches as long as May.
Thanks to its high altitude, Val d’Isere is probably your most snow sure option for skiing in the French Alps. The village rests at 1850 metres and its peak on top of the La Grande Motte glacier is 3456 metres high. Sixty per cent of the resort’s pistes are set above 2200 metres, meaning that the skiing is consistently good but on rare occasions, bad weather can cause the slopes to close. It’s also important to keep in mind that Val d’Isere isn’t the best choice if you’re just finding your feet on the snow, and beginners may well find themselves challenged. On the flipside, Val d’Isere is one of the top choices for experienced skiers and snowboarders, with plenty of challenging black runs (such as the iconic Face the Bellevarde, where the 1992 Olympic men’s downhill was run).
And to go with some of the most exciting and picturesque skiing in France, down in the village you’ll find some amazing bars and restaurants. What better way to celebrate conquering that tricky black run than by indulging in some equally entertaining après-ski? On the mountain itself, you can start your evening with DJ’s and live music at La Folie Douce until the lifts close and then work your way into town.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesApartment Glacier is perfect for a large family, a multi-generational family or perhaps even two families. It offers five beautiful bedrooms, a dormitory with twin beds ideal for children and a gorgeous living space. Children love having friends or cousins on holiday and this apartment is very spacious.
Val d’Isere is a brilliant resort for families. It enjoys three main beginners areas and a brilliant selection of ski schools and private ski instructors. For very young ones, there are a few slopes and lifts at the bottom of the resort that are free and you do not need to buy a ski pass. This includes the ‘Le Village’ chairlift and the ‘La Savonette’ button lift which are in the heart of the resort. At the top of the Solaise, there is another excellent beginner area with two magic carpets, a great way to learn with confidence. There are some good value family passes available. The ski schools have mastered the art of combining skiing with fun activities so that children enjoy the experience. Val Kids is an exciting adventure programme for little ones. They learn about the mountain, the skiing and the people who work there. Val Kids is divided into four zones, one a playground to understand about the different jobs in the resort, another a fun piste with games, another an thrilling toboggan run and lastly a mini ski-cross course for learning new ski techniques. Val Kids is located on Solaise and Bellevarde.
Away from the slopes, children can enjoy many other snow-based and non-snow-based activities. Sledging is such good fun and the good old-fashioned snow ball fights remain so popular. There are husky sleigh rides and tobogganing to enjoy too. Snake gliss is a fun ride with sledges slotted together for children aged four and over. Yooner is a sledge on one ski for six year olds and Airboard is a bodyboard on snow for those aged nine and over.
For part of the ski season, Val d’Isere hosts a traditional pedestrian evening with illuminations, percussion music, giant snow sculptures and light shows. There is lots of hot chocolate and mulled wine on offer. The resort also hosts giant slalom races on the Savonette slopes.
The sports centre is excellent with an ice rink, swimming pools, tennis, a climbing wall, electric snowmobiles with a track designed for children aged five to twelve and much more.
Kids Activities Close-by
- Ski-In/Ski-Out
- Walk to Restaurant
- Skiing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
Onsite Facilities
- Games Room
- Indoor Games
Services Available
- Breakfast Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- Professional nanny babysitter available
Oliver's Extras
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Yoga Classes Available
- Spa Treatments Available
- Breakfast Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- On-Site Concierge
- Butler Included
- Professional nanny babysitter available
- Room service available
- Ski equipment hire and ski passes available on-site
- Includes: - Access to the Spa - Locker available in the ski room - Weekly housekeeping with a change of sheets - Preparing your stay with our teams
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From p...
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Oliver's Extras
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Yoga Classes Available
- Spa Treatments Available
- Breakfast Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- On-Site Concierge
- Butler Included
- Professional nanny babysitter available
- Room service available
- Ski equipment hire and ski passes available on-site
- Includes: - Access to the Spa - Locker available in the ski room - Weekly housekeeping with a change of sheets - Preparing your stay with our teams
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Security deposit | €2,000 charged to client’s credit card by the resort upon arrival and refunded subject to full inspection. |
Arrival time | 3pm |
Departure time | 11am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
Security deposit | €2,000 charged to client’s credit card by the resort upon arrival and refunded subject to full inspection. |
Arrival time | 3pm |
Departure time | 11am |
End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
Linen & towels included? | Bed linen and bath towels are included in the rental price. |
Energy costs included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
Heating costs included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi internet access included in rental price. |
Minimum stay | 7 nights |
Changeover day | Saturday |
Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
Smoking Allowed? | Not permitted. |
Tax | Not included in the rental price, payable locally within the resort. The tourist tax amounts to 4.40€ per adult per night. The amount of the tourist tax is determined by the municipality and may be changed without prior notice. |
Insurance | It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property. |
Arrivals can only take place via the Solaise cable car which runs from 9am to 4.30pm daily. Exceptionally, privatisation of the cabins for access to the hotel is available on Wednesdays and Fridays from 7pm to 11pm. Please note that no arrivals can be accommodated outside of these times.
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
Rental period | Weekly |
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Nov 18th 2024 - Nov 23rd 2024 | £9,111 |
Nov 23rd 2024 - Dec 14th 2024 | £12,147 |
Dec 14th 2024 - Dec 21st 2024 | £24,294 |
Dec 21st 2024 - Jan 4th 2025 | £28,777 |
Jan 4th 2025 - Feb 15th 2025 | £19,233 |
Feb 15th 2025 - May 22nd 2026 | £33,404 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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