| About
our region Samoëns
is a very attractive village, situated in the Giffre
Valley of Haute Savoie. It is the only ski resort in
France to be listed as 'Monument Historique' and retains
the qualities of a real French village.
It is situated in beautiful
countryside and much has been done to make it an
attractive holiday place without destroying its very
important historical and cultural features.
The village has the advantage
over some other resorts of being truly French in nature
rather than a complex of buildings built only to provide
for winter sports. Here, you can experience the real
France, as well as enjoying a winter sports or summer
holiday.
Facilities
Samoëns has a variety of bars and restaurants where you
might like to sample local dishes, and I can advise you
on places to eat. You may like to visit the local market
on Wednesdays. Perhaps you want a rest from strenuous
physical activity and would like to visit a museum, a
cheese-making factory or the Botanic Gardens.
You might just like to wander
round the pretty and historic village. There are shops
and various outlets for all sorts of sports hire
equipment. Massage and fitness centres may help to ease
the aches and pains of skiing.
There is a nursery for children
aged between 3 months and 6 years. Advance booking is
essential. Many activities are arranged in the village by
the Samoëns Tourist Office throughout the year, for
adults and children.
Winter
Skiing Holidays in Samoëns 
The Grand Massif has 260 km of ski slopes with five
linked ski resorts - Samoëns, Morillon, Les Carroz,
Flaine and Sixt Fer à Cheval. There are 75 ski lifts, 3
Jamparks, and runs at different levels- green, blue, red
and black. If the members of your party have varying
levels of skiing ability, the runs will allow you to 'do
your own thing' and still meet up in one of the many
restaurants for lunch.
Ski passes,
skiing lessons and equipment hire
A variety of ski passes are
available.
Ski and snowboarding schools can
provide individual or group lessons.
A 'Beginners Ski area' was opened
last year.
The Nursery 'Les Loupiots' which
takes children from 3 months to 6 years will also arrange
ski lessons with private shuttles.
A number of companies provide an
equipment hire service
You can arrange these yourself or I
will do it for you if you let me know your requirements.
Other winter
sports
If you get tired of skiing or
snowboarding, there are plenty of other winter sports on
offer.
- Cross country skiing on Joux
Plane with a bus link from Samoëns village
- Ski touring
- Snowshoeing at Joux Plane,
Sixt Fer à Cheval, Verchaix and Morillon
- Dogsledging (advance booking
required)
- Sledging on Samoëns 1600
and Joux Plane
- Ice skating
- Caving
- Climbing - indoor and
natural sites
- Paragliding
- Helicopter flights
- Under ice diving
Santa Claus visits the village on
Christmas Eve or you may want to dance in Samoëns at
Hogmanay. In February there is a weekly 'Savoyard Day'
with traditional games, a giant tartiflette and a dance.
On Easter Monday you can hunt for eggs hidden in the
village.
Remember that
you should have insurance for all winter sports. Mountain
rescue can be very expensive!
Summer
holidays in Samöens
In addition to winter sports
facilities, Samoëns, with easy access to more than 260
km of ski piste has a sizeable provision for summer
activities.
This beautiful, unspoilt region
has a tremendous amount  to offer as a
holiday area for people who prefer a break in the warmer
seasons. With its mountains, rivers and waterfalls it is
a spectacular area in which to relax and recover from the
stresses of life.
From Samoëns, you can tour the
area and visit the countryside, or go to Chamonix, Annecy
and other towns and villages. There are plenty of lovely
places to visit. The flowers and the wildlife are
wonderful. This is a paradise for artists and
photographers. I will be pleased to direct you to places
which I think are particularly worth visiting.
Although the lifts at Samoëns
are not open out of the ski season, there are others
nearby which do operate in the summer, allowing you to
visit the mountains when they are not covered in snow.
There also many places of historic
interest and of natural history to visit.
You may not have your car with you, but there are a
number of possible excursions by coach.
Perhaps you are interested in a more active holiday?
Walking and rambling. The Samoëns area is well known for
Alpine walking and rambling holidays. There are a number
of 'refuges' in the mountains for those people who take
their walking seriously. If you would like to experience
1 or 2 day treks which need an overnight stay in the
mountains, I can help you to arrange accommodation in a
'refuge'.
Cycling. If you have the energy to pedal up the
hill (with a free wheel down), Samoëns is the place to
do it. You can even use some of the lifts to access
higher level terrain, then cycle from that point. If you
do not want to bring your own bike, cycle hire can be
arranged.
Parapente. Perhaps you would like to get your feet off
the ground and enjoy a bird's eye view of the area, as
well as the thrill of the experience.
Caving. The area of Haut Giffre is renowned for
its caves
Climbing. There are many opportunities for climbing.
Water sports. Wind-surfing and jetski are available
near Samoëns. You may prefer the excitement of white
water rafting or canoeing. Maybe you would just like a
swim in the pool or a lake. These are all possible in
this area. Perhaps you would prefer to stay outside the
water and enjoy trout fishing, in Samoëns, or at Joux
Plane or Lac de Gers where permits are required.
Activites for
children in Samoëns
Many of the activities listed above are available for
children which means that the whole family can enjoy the
holiday together. There is also an 'Indiana Jones'
Adventure Park in Samoëns where you can watch your
children swing from the trees and return to the lifestyle
of the jungle.
About
our chalet (Six en-suite
bedrooms)
Chalet Marie Stuart is a
traditional Savoyard chalet which has been completely
refurbished, and opened in winter 2004.
The chalet is owned and operated
by Caroline Morgan, an experienced chalet operator and a
qualified chef. You can be certain of high standards of
hospitality and a warm welcome to help you to enjoy a
fantastic holiday - summer or winter.
It is situated in Le Petit Saix, a hamlet just outside
the beautiful, historic French village of Samoëns, which
gives direct access to 260kms of pistes and five ski
resorts, known collectively as Le Grand Massif. The
chalet is breathtakingly sited overlooking a small
stream, grassy field and woodland, and in the distance
has an impressive mountain backdrop.
It is near both Samoëns ski
lifts which give access to 260 km of excellent pistes
within the Grand Massif, with five linked ski resorts -
Samoëns 1600, Morillon, Les Carroz, Flaine and Sixt Fer
à Cheval. The area provides a wealth of activities all
year round and has some magnificent scenery.
The Chalet is built on three levels
and comprises: 
Salon: This warm, comfy and spacious
sitting/dining room has an impressive log burning fire.
Here you can relax with an aperitif and canapés before
enjoying a gourmet dinner, and whiling away the rest of
the evening in the company of your fellow guests. 
Balcony: French windows lead on to a generous
balcony stretching round most of the building and from
here you can enjoy magnificent views of the Giffre Valley
and surrounding mountains. In summer, you can eat out on
the balcony and watch the sun go down while enjoying a
relaxing drink.
Sitting room: A smaller separate sitting room can be
used for reading, cards, watching a video or just
relaxing.
Bedrooms.
The six ensuite
bedrooms are equipped with
king-size  beds, five of which can be used as twin
beds. Additional beds or a cot can be supplied for young
children who wish to share their parents' room.
Games and
exercise room: This is on the
ground floor and is an ideal place for you to get fit or
for your children to play.
Books, games, CDs and videos will all be available for
you to use throughout your holiday.
Sauna suite: This is equipped with a shower and WC and
offers a great chance to refresh and relax.
Ski and board
storage and a heated boot
warmer are available on the ground floor.
Grounds: The chalet stands in its own grounds with
ample parking and an attractive garden leading to a
mountain stream. In the summer you can enjoy the sun, and
in winter even build a snowman!
Prices
and booking information
Prices in
euros
Winter
Rates 2007/2008
| Date
2007/2008 |
Price per person per week |
| |
|
| December
16th -23rd Dec. |
€525.00 |
| 23rd
December - 30th Dec. |
€785.00 |
| 30th
December - 6th January |
€785.00 |
| 6th
January - 20th January |
€605.00 |
| 20th
January - 27th January |
€630.00 |
| 27th
January - 3rd February |
€660.00 |
| 3rd
February - 10th February |
€695.00 |
| 10th
February - 24th Febuary |
€750.00 |
| 24th
February - 23rd March |
€695.00 |
| 23rd
March - 6th April |
€630.00 |
| 6th
April - 13th April |
€605.00 |
| 13th
April - 20th April |
€525.00 |
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Supplements
Single
occupancy 30€ per night
Bookings normally run from Sunday
to Sunday. However, we may be able to offer long weekends
or other special breaks, but weekly bookings may take
priority.
Remember that Chef's night off is a Wednesday but
breakfast and afternoon tea will be laid out for you.
Children's
Discounts
Normally, one child up to the age of 12, may share a room
with two adults, when the following charges will apply:
Aged under 2: €60 per week
Aged 2-8, taking early supper: 230 € per week
Aged 9-12: 50% discount of full adult rate
Summer Rates
Outside the
winter season (16/12/07-20/04/08), Chalet Marie Stuart is
available for bed and breakfast with dinner on request.
For group bookings, please contact us to discuss your
requirements.
Bed and breakfast rates are 35€ per person per
night.
Dinner, including wine, is 25€.
Weekly rates by arrangement and discounts for children
available.
Getting
there
By air: Direct flights operate from the UK to
Geneva International Airport, which is about one hour's
drive from Samoëns.
Airline Link UK Departure Airports
Easyjet London LGW/LTN; Bristol; E Midlands; Liverpool;
Newcastle; Edinburgh* and Glasgow*
Globespan Edinburgh*; Glasgow*
British Airways London LHR/LGW/LCY; Manchester,
(+connections to others)
BMI Baby Birmingham*; Cardiff; E Midlands; Teesside *
flybe Southampton*
Air France Indirect flights only - via Paris CDG
KLM Indirect flights only - via Amsterdam Schipol
* Winter season
By train: High speed trains run to Cluses railway
station which is only 20 minutes from Samoëns
Regular coach or taxi transfers are available
Assistance with transfer arrangements from the airport or
the railway station is available if you wish.
By road: Motorway A40 Geneva/Chamonix, and exit 18
to Samoëns.- distance 65km approx, journey time 1 hour
approx.
There is a direct bus service between Geneva and
Samoëns.
For further information and
photographs please visit the owner's website at: www.chaletmariestuart.com
To book this
Samoëns chalet please contact the owner:
Caroline Morgan
Chalet Marie Stuart
Le Petit Saix
74340 Samoëns
France
Click here to
email the owner
Tel: 04 50 90 71 49
International: +33 4 50 90 71 49
Fax: 04
50 34 53 08
International: +33 4 50 34 53 08
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