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Charming Chalet | Private Indoor Pool & Sauna | Alpine Location | sleeps up to 9

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Chalet La Taupiniere in winter
Chalet La Taupiniere from the garden, showing the pool room and terrace.
The 10m private heated pool with south-facing windows & doors to the garden.
The chalet from the front garden in winter.
The sitting area with comfortable sofas and plenty of books & games.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Heated pool
    Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Moleson sur Gruyeres, Fribourg
  • Place, Castle of Gruyeres
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, HR Giger Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Tourist Office in Gruyeres
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sion (SIR)
    ‪89 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Double Bedroom

1 Double Bed

En-suite Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Single Bedroom

1 Twin Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Annex Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Pool Room

Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Chalet | Private Indoor Pool & Sauna | Alpine Location | sleeps up to 9

La Taupinere is a very comfortable and well-equipped, private, individual chalet. It has a large balcony facing south to wonderful views of the mountains and alpine meadows. The detached chalet is surrounded by its own garden. La Taupiniere also has a large sauna and private, indoor, 30ft heated swimming pool. The pool room has floor to ceiling glass doors/windows for lovely views onto the garden and mountains. La Taupiniere also has the benefit of excellent wifi internet connection.

The chalet is in a superb and beautiful location for all mountain activities including skiing, mountain biking, walking, golf, para-gliding, tennis or just for relaxing. It is well located for easy access to Lake Leman (Geneva) with its attractive lakeside towns of Vevey, Montreux, Lausanne etc. or the beautiful villages of the White Mountains: Chateau d'Oex, Gstaad, Rougement, or the glacier at Les Diablerets.

The village is surrounded by farms, with cows grazing in summer, producing the milk for the famous Gruyeres Cheese and the truly delicious Cailler chocolate, made and sold in nearby Broc, where you can also visit the factory. It is also possible to visit the Gruyeres Cheese factory and/or surrounding farms to see how the cheese is made.

The medieval, hilltop town of Gruyeres and the area is delightful to spend time, whether active or relaxing. The area is renowned for its beauty and there is plenty to see and do, both summer and winter. Moleson village has a small food store, restaurant, and cafe. The village is popular for skiing, has a friendly tourist office and a ski school.

The rental price includes the use of the chalet for up to 9 adults, and all the bed linen, bath towels and electricity. Swiss tourist tax is extra at CHF3.75 per person, per night.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
We have spiral stairs with a top stair-gate only.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
La Taupiniere is strictly a no-smoking house

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please ensure you have disposed of any trash/rubbish to the rubbish facility on the way down the mountain, as per the guide.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 800ha
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses some solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Gruyeres

Located in Gruyeres, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. HR Giger Museum and Chaplin’s World are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Charmey Gondola and Charmey Aventures. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Montreux Music & Convention Centre 2m2c or Bivouac dans les arbres. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding.
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Moleson sur Gruyeres, Fribourg

What's nearby

  • Alpine Panorama Path - 12 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Gruyères Town Walls - 13 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Castle of Gruyeres - 15 min drive - 7.9 km
  • HR Giger Museum - 15 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Tourist Office in Gruyeres - 15 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Gruyeres Station - 7 min drive
  • Sion (SIR) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maison du Gruyère - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hallo Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Chalet de Gruyères - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant La Fleur de Lys - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Café-Restaurant des Remparts - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Chalet | Private Indoor Pool & Sauna | Alpine Location | sleeps up to 9 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Chalet | Private Indoor Pool & Sauna | Alpine Location | sleeps up to 9?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Chalet | Private Indoor Pool & Sauna | Alpine Location | sleeps up to 9 on Sep 2, 2026 start from $647, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Charming Chalet | Private Indoor Pool & Sauna | Alpine Location | sleeps up to 9 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Chalet | Private Indoor Pool & Sauna | Alpine Location | sleeps up to 9?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Chalet | Private Indoor Pool & Sauna | Alpine Location | sleeps up to 9?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Chalet | Private Indoor Pool & Sauna | Alpine Location | sleeps up to 9 located?

Situated in the mountains, this chalet is within 6 mi (10 km) of Alpine Panorama Path, HR Giger Museum, and Tibet Museum. Castle of Gruyeres and Tourist Office in Gruyeres are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy quiet Swiss Chalet as advertised. Great location for many day trips or Moléson mountain activities. Unfortunately pool heater was out and beds were ok, but overall a fun place to stay. Thank you for hosting us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Swiss holiday

Fantastic stay, a perfect location with lots to do in the area. The house and pool are lovely and those views! Excellent communication with owners and I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cant describe how perfect this chalet was for our family holiday , it was like a home away from home for us. The location is stunning , with le Moléson just at the end of the road. The chalet is clean, fully fitted and very charming. We couldnt of asked for more! THANKYOU!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 1, 2025
Thank you Joseph for such a lovely review! We like to have our chalet as a home, rather than just a rental property so I am delighted you felt at home as well. I do hope we can welcome you back soon. Best wishes, Sarah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was excellent. We had a wonderful stay and Sarah our host was brilliant and very responsive both in advance of and during our stay. The chalet is in such a beautiful location and having a morning swim and sauna was a real treat that sets you up perfectly for the day. Highly recommend the 5 minutes walk to take the trip up the funicular for lunch at the summit. Beautiful fondue, of course! Be very aware of the recycling and rubbish requirements in Switzerland. Far more personal responsibility regarding discount disposal is needed than in the UK. (All very well explained in the chalet welcome pack.)There were 9 of us staying and every one of us would return without hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 18, 2026
Thabk you Glenn for your lovely review and I'm delighted you had a great time at the chalet. Yes, sadly rubbish disposal and recycling is harder than it should be but we keep asking for improvements.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aileen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy chalet in a breathtaking setting

The small ski village of Moléson-sur-Gruyères is picturesque and a great jumping off point for hiking trails, gondola, the medieval walled town of Gruyeres and much more! We loved waking up to breakfast and coffee with a view of the cows, going for a swim or sauna after a long hike and relaxing with a glass of wine in the evening to the sound of cowbells. The chalet is compact, but we had plenty of room for the 7 of us. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

Escape to the Swiss mountains!

My wife and I booked the Christmas week at La Taupiniere and had a thoroughly enjoyable stay. We were very lucky withy the weather and each hiked to restaurant half way up the Moleson to enjoy the sunshine and a glass of wine. In addition, we swam three times a day in the heated indoor swimming pool and enjoyed the sauna every evening before dinner. In summary we had a very relaxing stay at La Taupiniere and highly recommend taking a holiday in this charming and very homely Swiss chalet.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
Thank you for your lovely feedback and we look forward to welcoming you to La Taupiniere again next Christmas.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Skiing Feb 08

What a wonderful 5 days!!! The Chalet is beautiful and a great asset to be able to come home from a long day's skiing and have a sauna and then swim in the morning to stretch off weary muscles. The position of the Chalet has easy access to some of the best ski resorts in the world coupled with the most delightful local town of Gruyeres makes it a perfect holiday location. I will defiantly come back and certainly would recommend it to friends and family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierre P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun in Moleson

The quintessential Swiss chalet with a bonus of an indoor pool to unwind after a day of hiking in the Gruyère countryside. Our grandkids spent every evening on the summer Bob-Luge . We visited Gruyère village and castle and the nearby Cailler chocolate factory. We will be back. Priceless week with the cable car up to the top of Moleson. Visit to the Gruyeres cheese factory. Evenings spent just reviewing the day ,listening to the cows and their bells and tuning out the world.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Spot!

La Taupiniere is a sweet little Chalet, very tastefully decorated and very comfortable for our party of 8. It‘s located at the end of a road with no traffic or noise, but in walking distance to the lift and La Fromagerie d‘Alpage, which we went to almost daily... 😉 They make their own cheese, and their Fondue and Raclette are delicious. Their apricot „tarts aux fruits“ was to DIE for! The location of the house is also great for hiking right from your front door. We used the pool and sauna almost daily, what a treat! The kitchen was a little small, but manageable. The pretty villages of Bulle and Gruyere are just a few miles away, with plenty of Shops. We all loved our time there, and it was hard to leave...
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
Thanks Erika, We are delighted you loved the chalet. We try and make sure it's a home from home as much as possible. We have plans to make the kitchen bigger too - in the not too distant future I hope. Best wishes Sarah
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Das Haus hält ein was das Inserat verspricht. Es ist alles genau so, wie auf den Bildern beschrieben. Jedoch ist es ein wenig in die Jahre gekommen. Überall fallen Dinge auf die eine Generalüberholung nötig hätten oder ersetzt werden müssten. Die Betten, das Sofa, das zusammengewürfelte und für eine grosse Gruppe nicht geeignete Kochgeschirr usw.Wir hatten aber trotzdem eine tolle Woche. Das Haus ist toll gelegen und direkt am Geschehen. Der Pool ein Traum, genau so der Garten.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isaline A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnifique chalet avec tout ce qu'il faut pour passer un superbe séjour. Chalet tres bien situé pour être au calme et aussi a 10min a pied des activites de loisirs. L'hôte a été très sympathique.Juste un bémol, les lits ne sont pas les plus confortables et petits pour les lits doubles (nous sommes grands, tous à environ 1m80).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2025
I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay. We do state the size of the beds in each room, and sadly we cannot have larger beds as the bedrooms are quite small, as the chalet was built in 1978 when everything was smaller. However, the actual beds themselves are comfortable and each has a comfortable mattress topper and we have all feather duvets and pillows, along with pure cotton bed linen.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Снежана С.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gut

Sehr schön
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Janine Nadia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour à la Taupinière

Localisation tranquille, chalet charmant avec chambres agréables et bonne literie. Le balcon, la séjour et la cuisine sont un peu petits pour 6 personnes, malheureusement le temps était médiocre et nous n'avons pas pu profiter de du beau jardin et de la place de grillade. Heureusement piscine intérieure et sauna sont top.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laurence s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour entre amis

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans ce joli chalets bien équipé. La vue sur la montagne est magnifique et l'espace piscine est très agréable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 13, 2024
Merci Laurence.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maravilloso

Una casa preciosa, muy acogedora y bien equipada. Hemos estado muy agusto. Un lugar precioso. La recomiendo
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 18, 2023
Thank you Isabel, I am delighted you had a wonderful stay. We look forward to welcoming you back one day soon. With best wishes Sarah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellente adresse pour un séjour en famille

Nous étions dans la région pour un séjour en famille et tout y est pour passer une séjour agréable ! Piscine , sauna, de l espace , la proximité avec la station tout étant prêt d un petit coin de forêt avec quelques autres chalets et pleins d autres choses positives pour le chalet lui-même Je recommande sans hésiter.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julien d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

chalet cosy et confortable

Le chalet de Sarah est très agréable, la literie est confortable et les oreillers et couettes sont d'excellente qualité. Nous avons profité du sauna et de la piscine. Cuisine compacte mais fonctionnelle, je recommande les séjours en famille ou entre amis dans ce joli chalet. Merci d'avoir partagé ce lieu avec nous.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 26, 2022
Thank you for your lovely review Julien. I am very pleased you liked the bedding, as I think it is so important to have a good sleep. We hope to welcome you back soon. Sarah
Verified

8/10 Good

Serge A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chalet idéal en famille

nous avons passé d'excellentes vacances fin aout en famille. Le cadre est magnifique les équipements du chalet au top , à proximité du parc de jeu et la fromagerie de moleson à ne surtout pas loupé
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderbarer Winterurlaub

Wir waren beeindruckt von der Lage dieses wunderschönen, ein bisschen in die Jahre gekommenen Chalets. Es war wie beschrieben, der Pool war das Highlight, und auch ansonsten haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt! Wir würden gern wiederkommen!!! Vielen Dank auch an Sarah, die immer schnell per Mail Auskunft gegeben hat. Wir hatten wirklich eine tolle Woche!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect with kids

Perfect Pool for Kids. Small chalet, very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 10, 2022
Thank you Simone. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Moléson eine Reise wert

Es hat uns in diesem sehr gemütlichen Chalet sehr gefallen. Wir haben dort viele schöne Stunden verbracht. Bei traumhaftem Wetter haben wir die Gegend sehr genossen. Das Hallenbad und die Sauna wurde täglich, zum Teil mehrmals benutzt. Wir haben es sehr genossen.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincenza L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chalet paisible dans un cadre magnifique idéal pour notre séjour en famille

Très belle propriété dans un cadre magnifique, nous avons pu observer des animaux depuis la terrasse, cadre donnant loisir au repos et à la sérénité. Juste besoin de petites réparations pour les fermetures des portes et des fenêtres
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Ursina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gemütliches Chalet an schöner, ruhiger Lage

Das geräumige und gemütliche Chalet bietet dem Gast viel, mit seinem grossen geheizten Indoorpool, der Sauna und dem schönen Garten. Die reizvolle Umgebung lädt zum Wandern ein. Einziger (kleiner) Negativpunkt ist die sehr kleine Küche, die etwas dürftig eingerichtet ist.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pool phantastisch als Kinderbeschäftigung

Der Essplatz ist für 9 Personen etwas eng. In der Küche können nicht mehr als 2 Personen werkeln. Küchenausrüstung entsprechend knapp. Aber der Pool hat alles rausgerissen, der war toll.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Redouane I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour

super séjour dans ce chalet
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Dowding

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Chalet La Taupiniere has been owned by our family since 1988. We had previously owned another chalet in the village since 1978, so I have grown up holidaying in Moleson and we really love both the chalet and the area.

Why they chose this property

My parents jumped at the chance to buy La Taupiniere as it had the fabulous indoor swimming pool and more space. Unlike most chalets in Moleson the parking is right outside, on flat ground, and there are no steps to the chalet. It is also situated in a very quiet no-through road with just 8 other chalets and there are open fields to the front, so it's very peaceful. As it's been our holiday home for so long, it really is a 'home' - well equipped, nicely furnished and the little touches and details that lift the chalet from being a mere 'soulless rental' to a homely base for your holiday.

What makes this property unique

I love being in a lovely little village in the mountains, yet it is so easy to get into the main town of Bulle and to other places in Switzerland. Compared to many ski chalets that are a long way up a mountain, where it's nigh-on impossible to leave once there, Moleson is really well located. So whether you want more skiing, restaurants, supermarkets, the tourist attractions of Gruyeres and the area, or the larger cities of Fribourg, Bern and Geneva - it's all really easy to access. A really great year-round holiday home.

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