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Swiss Chalet Near the Largest Glacier in the Alps

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Haus Montanara

Haus Montanara View from the house towards Brig (Southwest) Greich village on the path to the vacation house Rental unit bedroom Kitchen/Living area: Murphy beds fold down (on R); table (L) is out of view

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Last updated: 06/03/2009

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Riederalp apartment description

Imagine the perfect vacation:

One or more weeks of complete relaxation in the Swiss Alps.
Quiet motor vehicle-free rustic village with unique access by Riederalp aerial tram or by car to the edge of the village.
Stunning view of the major scenic wonders that define Switzerland.
Physical rejuvenation: walking, hiking, climbing, skiing, golfing, swimming, etc.
Gourmet dining.
A home base for sight seeing in Switzerland and central Europe.
Find all this and more at Ferienhaus Montanara!

Haus Montanara is located in the southern Swiss Alps, in the canton of Wallis/Valais, on a sunny south-facing hillside above the Rhone River, at the mid-station of the cable car route from Mörel to the Riederalp/Bettmeralp resort. Continue to the top, and a short walk will take you to the Aletsch Glacier, the largest in the Alps at 15 miles/24 kilometres long! The house was built in the traditional chalet style of the region, with totally modern amenities. Our comfortable 1-bedroom/1-bathroom vacation apartment offers a kitchenette and beds for up to 4 guests. Step onto the private balcony for spectacular mountain and valley views. Great hiking, climbing, and skiing "in a pastoral alpine setting" are just outside the door. Please browse our website (See Link Below) for more pictures of the Aletsch Glacier region, the village of Greich, and of course, our accommodations.

Many of the structures in the tiny village of Greich date to the 1600's. Haus Montanara was built in 1987 by a local man who appreciated the charm of the centuries-old buildings in this village and was careful to make his new home blend in seamlessly. After he died, Haus Montanara was bought by 4 families in the United States, 2 of which have Swiss citizenship. The main floor is used by the owners as a personal vacation house. The lower level apartment is rented permanently. The vacation rental is on the top floor.

NOTE: Please see our website link below for many pictures, maps, public transport options and timetables, area recommendations, links, etc. Our website links back to VRBO for renter comments and reservations.

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Property Type

      • Apartment

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Suitability

          • Pets Not Allowed
          • Non Smoking Only

          Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4, Beds for 4

          Bathrooms: 1 Bathroom

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Kitchen
          • Refrigerator
          • Cooking Utensils
          • Microwave

          Amenities

          • Parking Off Street:

            Parking is at the edge of the vehicle free village, for a small daily fee....moreless

          • Washing Machine
          • Clothes Dryer
          • Linens Provided

          Communications

          • Telephone:

            Has US telephone number using VOIP technology for free telephone use!...moreless

          • Wireless Internet:

            Free. No computer provided but accessible from your own laptop....moreless

          • Free Long Distance:

            Free to US/Canada and all central Europe....moreless

          • Broadband Access:

            via WiFi...moreless

          Outdoor Features

          • Deck / Patio
          • Outdoor Grill
          • Balcony

          Location & View

          • Ski-In:

            When there is enough snow, you can ski directly from the ski area above all the way to our house. The cable-car to the ski area is a few minute walk from the house....moreless

          • Mountain View:

            Overlooks the Rhone valley and 14000 ft mountains....moreless

          Activities

          • Museums
          • Restaurants
          • Health/Beauty Spa
          • Sledding
          • Wildlife Viewing
          • Miniature Golf
          • Sight Seeing
          • Mountain Biking
          • Golf
          • Hiking
          • Fishing
          • Tennis
          • Cross Country Skiing
          • Snowboarding
          • Swimming
          • Skiing
           

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          Rates

          Low  Season .. $500/week.  $100/night (3 night minimum).
High Season .. $650/week.  $150/night (3 night minimum).
Rates Do Not Include Local Tourist Nightly Tax of Approximately $1.50/Guest/Night.
Rates are for the whole apartment (not per person) and 
include Apartment Rental, Utilities, Cleaning, Free Wifi and Phone.
See our website for specific up-to-date rate information.
High season is ski season and summer.  Low season is fall and spring.

          Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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          Speaks: english

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          Photos

          • Haus Montanara

            Haus Montanara

          • Greich village on the path to the vacation house

            Greich village on the path to the vacation house

          • Kitchen/Living area: Murphy beds fold down (on R); table (L) is out of view

            Kitchen/Living area: Murphy beds fold down (on R); table (L) is out of view

          • View from the house towards Brig (Southwest)

            View from the house towards Brig (Southwest)

          • Rental unit bedroom

            Rental unit bedroom

          VRBO #124265

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          1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom
          Sleeps 4

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