Salopettes & Slopes

Salopettes & Slopes: Lombardy

Spoiler alert – you’ve got far-reaching views of the slopes and Alpine ski runs from the breakfast table of this chic apartment, so you know exactly what’s in store each day. It’s on the outskirts of Livigno where gondolas and ski lifts await to whisk you up the mountainside. A heated ski locker can keep your ski boots and salopettes warm and dry, ready for another day on the powder. In summer, the hiking trails up into the Alps reward with stunning views and you can fuel up for big walks with a view of an Alpine meadow, thanks to a stone-built barbecue and dining area in the vast garden. Even in winter, the first-floor balcony catches the sunshine – perfect for toasting the mountains with a sundowner.

Heading inside, the first thing that caught our attention was the picture-frame window by the dining table, framing the mountain view like a work of art. The sitting room is tucked in a cosy little wood-clad corner for that cabin-chic feel and long windows let the sunlight stream in. A sleek black kitchen hides everything you need for apres-ski meals and morning coffees before the slopes. Bedrooms are tucked beneath wooden ceilings across both floors and the added bonus is the steam room for sore muscles.


Home truths:
*One of the bedrooms is in an open area at the top of the stairs
*Guests here have access to a heated ski locker
*This home is a duplex apartment on the first floor, so you may have to climb some stairs to access the entrance
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
*Your host can provide various children's equipment, just ask
*A washing machine and dryer are available in the building's basement
*The last 100m of the road leading to the chalet are a little steep