Seasons in the Sun

Seasons in the Sun: Rhône-Alpes

Set within a purpose-built resort close to the charming mountain town of Abondance – home of famous cheese – this spectacular apartment delivers jaw-dropping mountain views alongside gorgeous wellness facilities to offer an unforgettable stay in the heart of the French Alps.

Inside, the apartment rejects the usual rustic chalet aesthetic in favour of a more contemporary style. With an open layout and mid-century-inspired furniture, only the awe-inspiring views serve to remind you of your mountain setting. A vast corner sofa, wooden dining table and sleek contemporary kitchen share the open space, perfect for socialising at the end of a day of leg-burning summer hikes or winter ski runs.

If you've pushed yourself a little too hard, there are plenty of on-site wellness facilities to restore you to full fitness in no time. So treat yourself to a post-ski sauna in the bathroom, enjoy a warm down in the fitness centre or a couple of lengths of the indoor heated pool, which also doubles as a fantastic reward after a warm summer's day hiking in the thin mountain air.

Enjoy access to over 650km of pistes in Les Portes du Soleil, one of the largest ski areas in the world. Encompassing twelve ski areas and two countries, you could ski and board here for weeks and never repeat the same route if you didn't want to. And with so much terrain to choose from, there's lots of choice for all abilities.


Home truths:
* Your host has multiple spaces in the building – these can be booked together for larger groups

*The dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace

*We'd recommend a car to get around, as the nearest ski lift is 1.5km away – there's a parking garage with one reserved space

*The apartment is located on the ground floor, so it may be suitable for those with more limited mobility

*The two twin rooms can be made up in a double configuration if required