Apartment Gaillands North

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc - Apartment

PERFECT FOR : a group of friends, or a large family, looking for a sociable, bright apartment with easy access to Chamonix centre. THE BUILDING : is an old stone townhouse split into two apartments – your apartment is on the ground and lower floor. The house is located on a quiet lane, but train tracks do run along the lane in front of the apartment. It is only a small, local train that uses these tracks, and it runs just once an hour and only during the day. Double glazed windows keep the sound to a minimum. INSIDE : Modern, minimalist decor and white walls create a bright open space to live in. Upon entry you will find the first double bedroom to the right and the small double bunk room to the left. The second double bedroom is also to the right along with a small communal area with sofa, the large family bathroom with a bath and separate shower is also on this level. The stairs to the lower level are next to the bunk room here you will find the lounge with a giant, comfortable, L-shaped sofa, perfect for watching Netflix on the SMART TV and a large kitchen/diner opening out onto the terrace. There is an additional WC with a washing machine and tumble dryer. OUTSIDE : The garden is at the back of the house and boasts views of the Mont-Blanc Mountain range. The apartment has its own large, enclosed, decked terrace where you can sit and admire the views. The grassed area is not accessible to this apartment. GREAT LOCATION : You are just a 6-minute walk into the centre of Chamonix, great for taking advantage of the local bars and restaurants, and convenient for the shops, supermarkets, and ski/bike hire. In the other direction you are not far from Lac des Gaillands and its climbing wall and Acropark fun. GETTING AROUND : You are just a few minutes’ walk from the Aiguille du Midi or Moussoux train stations and the bus stop, with bus and train services up and down the valley, from Saint Gervais le Fayet to Vallorcine and Switzerland. Buses are free with your lift pass, or you can buy tickets online in advance or on the bus. Chamonix Holidays will provide your group with tourist cards (Carte d’hotes), which give you free travel on the local train service plus discounts at the pool and entry to museums. Night bus’s run between Argentiere and Les Houches and cost 4€ per person. USEFUL BITS : WiFi is provided by Orange, it is not fibre (yet) but it is a pretty good service. The kitchen is fully equipped and should have everything you need for your stay, including a Nespresso coffee machine. You can store skis in a lockable unit at the back of the house or in the lockable garage at the front of the house. YOUR ARRIVAL : Arrive any time after 16h and with our self-check-in process, you do not need to worry about being a little earlier or later than planned. You will receive arrival instructions with a key box code to let yourself in when you arrive! PARKING : You have no need to worry about parking as you have a lockable garage and space for a second car outside the garage.

PERFECT FOR : Families or a small group looking for a cost effective base in the heart of Chamonix, compact but Charming.. Your 45sqm accommodation consists of 2 bedrooms; 1 doubles and a bunk room suitable for children. Conveniently located near the Savoy baby slope in Winter and the popular paragliding landing pad in the summer. THE BUILDING : Your accommodation is set within a quiet and secure residential block on the ground floor allowing for easy access from the main front door. INSIDE : Your accommodation comprises of 2 bedrooms 1 double with built in wardrobe providing plenty of storage space, a bunk room and separate bathroom and WC Lounge dining area Double sofa bed in lounge to accommodate extra guests if you need. TV with Netflix. The fully equipped separate galley kitchen also comes with a dishwasher, There is a bathroom with a full sized bath and shower above. OUTSIDE : You will have access to your own terrace The open-plan living / dining area has large sliding doors opening up onto the private patio terrace, and looking out onto the gardens (the garden itself is not allowed to be used, just admired from the patio) along with the incredible views of the surrounding mountains GREAT LOCATION : Fantastic location with Chamonix centre a five minute walk from the apartment with all the bars, restaurants and shops. . The sports centre, swimming pool, tennis courts and spa are all within a few minutes walk. The Savoy beginners ski slope is located behind the apartment complex. GETTING AROUND : Chamonix Holidays will provide your group with tourist cards/Carte d’hotes which give you free use of the trains in the valley, plus discounts at the pool and entry to museums. A night bus also runs from Argentiere to Les Houches and costs 4€ per person. USEFUL BITS : Of course, there is WiFi, provided by Orange, it is not fibre (yet) but it is a pretty good service. If you need to book a transfer from Geneva Airport we recommend Haute Transfer, Mountain Drop Offs and Swiss Tours. We can help organise ski passes so that they are waiting for you when you arrive. Please ask if you have any questions. YOUR ARRIVAL : Arrive any time after 16h and with our self-check-in process, you do not need to worry about being a little earlier or later than planned. You will receive comprehensive information via our guest platform Yaago on how to find the apartment before you arrive. PARKING : You will benefit from your own garage and car parking space underneath the building, a plus for the centre of Chamonix. Summer top tip - There is an incredible hike to Argentiere on the Balcon Nord. It is a great way to explore the valley and you can walk to it from this apartment. Winter top tip - This apartment’s location is great for accessing the cross country track in Chamonix. You can rent the equipment from most rental shops in Chamonix, so why not give it a go?