2 bedroom alpine 'appartement' in the heart of the Haute-Savoie, the best part of the French Alps - Where the French and Swiss choose to ski
Samoëns is a magical village set deep in the French Alps.
Full of traditional mountain charm, the village has been a selfishly well-kept secret by the French and Genévois for many years.
The Grand Massif ski area has only recently been “discovered” by the British and thankfully seldom features in brochures.
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The apartment has been tastefully modernised to provide all the comforts of home, together with the added convenience of just a two-minute walk to the ski-bus. The village offers a good choice of bars, cafes and excellent restaurants, and of course the weekly market.
Master bedroom with Kingsize bed ;o)
 Dining area with fully fitted American kitchen.
TV, plus DVD/CD players are included.
Private Cave/Cellar for secure storage of Skis, equipment etc.
The well-equipped kitchen adds to the cosy Alpine atmosphere; with microwave, and a washer/dryer. Dining area-adjoining kitchen with door to balcony with extensive views of Le Criou (below), which towers over the village, and towards Sixt and Samoëns tete de Saix.
Salle de Douche - Modern Shower Room, catering for the most demanding guest.
Heated Towel Rail, Shaver Socket & Large, Illiminated Make-Up Mirror.
Twin-air extractors ensure a steam-free experience.
Samoëns is the only winter sports resort to be classified by the "Caisse Nationale des Monuments Historiques", and enjoys architectural and cultural protection similar to our National Heritage. It all too easy to fall for its old fashioned charm and is ideal for Couples, Groups, and Families alike.
In 1906 Cognacq-Jaÿ sculpted a mountainous area 3.5 hectares into a beautiful alpine botanical garden right in the centre of Samoëns, with waterfalls, leafy glades, and the ruins of the Tornalta castle (12th century), a chapel (18th century) together with over 8,000 plant species.
Samoëns is part of the huge 265 Km Grand-Massif ski area that enjoys an excellent reputation for good snow and queue free skiing. There is even more to do in Summer.
 Annecy, Bonneville, Chamonix, Evian and Geneva begin the extensive list of attractions, catering for walking, climbing, down-hill and cross-country Skiing.
The worlds deepest pot-hole, Cycling, Para-Pending, Rafting, Golf, Hair Boating, Kayaking, and Riding, all of which are within easy reach.
 Le Criou
Taken on
20/11/2006
from the lake at Morrilon.
Samoëns & Morrilon enjoy lakes surrounded by walking/cycle
tracks .
Samoëns is less than 1 hour from Geneva.
The convenient location makes it ideal for both Summer and Winter breaks.
From a few days to several months for those with the time.
2 Bedrooms:
1 King-size downstairs -
Upstairs bedroom - a modern double/Single bunk, plus comfortable double bed/settee.
Sleeps 7 max – 5 in comfort
Ask well in advance for long/season rental rates, and special deals on ski passes. ...
Before mid December, season tickets are on sale for half price. If you plan to ski for more than 13 days, this is a bargain.
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Ski Amigos
Flaine Summit
22/04/2004
Nearby are several local places which are frequently mis-pronouced by visitors:
Flaine - Flen (like Glen, but with an "F" - often called Flayne in error)
Morillion - Mori Yon (no L's proncounced)
Cluses - Clews/Clues
Les Carroz - Le Carrow
Tignes - Tin
SKI or SNOWBAORD TRAINING/LESSONS
ZigZag International Ski School Click icon below for website
RESTAURANTS
Le Relais Septimonatine 04 50 34 42 19
Le Bois de Lune - Restaurant & Lounge/Cocktail Bar 04 50 34 18 02
apparently Brian Wilson & some of Pink Floyd drink here!
La Serac 04 50 34 45 18 Excelent service and great food. Pierre Chaud is a great choice.
Louisane 04 50 34 32 83 Good pizzas, salad etc.
Igloo - Excellent, best food on the Grand-Massif. on the slopes at Morillon
La Tornolta the food is good and much improved service. Recommended.
INTERNET/EMAIL
Underground Web/Surf shop - Broadband Web Access & Boarding
the cafe is between the church and the Tornolta Restaurant.
Ask for Sebastien for weekly rates.
SKI HIRE
Planet Glisse -ask for Thierry - Ave Cognac Jay -
http://www.planeteglisse-samoens.fr/
Tel: +33 (0)4 50 90 57 69
Jaÿ Sport -SkiLoc www.skiloconline.com Tel 04 50 34 80 18
Great equipment and service. Ski storage at Samoëns 1600.
Present nicetoski.com card when collecting for discount and ask for Stefan or Sebastien.
Intersport - good equipment, ask for Pascal.
Jaime Ski Hire - Good range of equipment, ask for Patrick
Air
Geneva is the nearest international airport, about 45 miles away.
Road
Motorway A40 Geneva / Chamonix: Exit: Cluses - Scionzier n°18,
Samoëns is 15-20 minutes away from Cluses.
Take one of the Dover ferries, or the Tunnel. Prices are often similar, but look out for special offers from SpeedFerries(click) as they can make a big difference! It is an 8 to 9 hour drive, mostly toll motorway to Samoëns, not allowing for stops en route. Tolls cost approximately £28 each way.
If you are planning to drive we recommend you use the AA's free online route planner or MappyRoad information:
Haute-Savoie +33 (0) 4 50 66 1074 Lyon +33 (0) 478 54 3333
Car Hire
Most operators and website advise you to book a car from the Swiss side. PLEASE DO NOT DO THIS, unless you really like paying through the nose. Please check any of the larger car hire websites and select Switzerland, Geneva (GVA) and then try the same deal using France, Geneva (GGV)
We recommend that you pre-book this from the UK. Geneva has a smaller French area to the airport; however poor signage can make navigation a challenge. Detailed maps etc provided with a foolproof step-by-step guide which has been road-tested by our brother-in-law and updated accordingly! Booking via the French side save approx 60% off the car hire so is well worthwhile.
This step-by-step guide is only provided to confirmed bookings.
By train
The nearest station is Cluses (20 minutes drive from Samoëns) Buses run from either place, but you are advised to hire a car.
By bus
There is a bus link from Geneva Airport to Samoëns, which costs approx. €30 each way. See our 'links' page
Internet:
for more info on village/activities http://www.samoens.com/index_en.html
and skiing on www.skisamoens.com
Enquiries - Please click on the email link above:
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