Contemporary chalet located in Switzerland at 1200 metres with a breathtaking view of Lake Geneva and the Alps. On the edge of the forest, the chalet is extremely quiet and bright. Large panoramic terrace !! The west orientation gives it a privileged location to admire the unique sunsets that the region offers. Fifteen minutes by car from the shops and Lake Geneva.
The place is ideal for families and hikers - starting point for many beautiful hikes - mountain and nature lovers but also paragliders. The place is a very famous spot for paragliding. A few minutes walk from the chalet, you will find the warm alpine inn of Sonchaux which offers very good traditional cuisine.
Things to do in the area:
Hiking – Paragliding – Mountain biking – Swimming in Lake Geneva / 15 minutes from the chalet, many beaches (paddle, pedal boat) – Chillon Castle – Chaplin Museum in Vevey.
To recharge your batteries, the Lavey baths, a very beautiful place to relax.
Nearest ski resorts: Leysin / Morgins – Les Portes du Soleil (40 minutes)
Lots of activities for children. Apart from the mountain walks (you can access the Rocher de Naye from Caux by taking a picturesque little mountain cogwheel train), there is the Swiss Vapeur park, the Aquaparc, the Marécottes Zoo and swimming pool, etc...
In July, the very famous Montreux Jazz Festival is in full swing.
Possibility of organising turnkey with a local professional discovery and sports activities (ski lessons, hiking, tandem paragliding, boat trips).
Practically: SBB station in Villeneuve 15 minutes from the chalet by car. Close to Montreux, Vevey, Lausanne... Direct connection from Geneva Airport.
The chalet in detail:
Surface area: 150m².
Panoramic terrace + outdoor terrace on the edge of the forest facing the lake.
2 bedrooms (1 double bed & 2 twin beds), 1 bathroom, 2 toilets, ideal for 4 people, possible up to 5 people (benches in the living room).
The living/dining room – an open-plan main room – is equipped with a central insert fireplace, large comfortable benches and a large dining table for eight people.
Fully equipped kitchen (fridge, freezer, dishwasher, freezer, oven, induction hob).
Laundry/technical room with washing machine & internet router. Underfloor heating.
Small additional living room downstairs, adjoining the two bedrooms (with screen and DVD player).
Two outdoor parking spaces in front of the chalet and a small shed to store sports equipment or other.