Flow & Peak

Flow & Peak: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

With all the independence of a self-contained apartment but all the added extras of a well-equipped complex, this place ticks just every box you can think of. Set on the edge of pretty La Chapelle d'Abondance, it's perfect whether you're here in summer or winter – with just a short drive to the nearest ski lift.

Inside, it's a spacious and smart home with modern furnishings and clean lines. Built from natural materials, it's perfectly in keeping with its stunning surroundings, and the living room's floor-to-ceiling windows offer mountain views to die for. In summer, simply slide them open and eat outside on the covered patio.

Bedrooms and bathrooms are luxurious and comfortable, with a semi-open en-suite to the master bedroom and a fabulous family bathroom featuring your own private sauna. And elsewhere there's an indoor pool, fitness room and whirlpool spa to take advantage of, along with a handy ski storage room with boot warmers.

With numerous ski resorts on hand and a lively après-ski scene at nearby
Châtel, it's the perfect spot for a winter trip, but there's plenty of mountain biking and hiking to be done in summer – plus it's an easy drive to Lake Geneva.

Home truths:
*You'll have a nearby parking space
*The beds are all singles but some can be made up as doubles on request
*One bedroom can sleep up to four, with twin beds plus bunk beds
*The en-suite is partially open to the master bedroom
*This home is set in a complex so contact the host if you'd like to rent more than one apartment