Overview
Nestled in a quiet enclave of Tignes Le Lac Chalet Balcon du Paradis is one of Tignes' most prestigious properties available to rent. This idyllic chalet occupies an incredible position next to the Almes piste in the heart of the Espace Killy ski area, a truly enviable location. Uninterrupted views of the surrounding peaks can be viewed from the outdoor hot tub or one of the chalets many terraces or balconies.
Accommodation
An ideal spot for ski enthusiasts, snow permitting guests can ski back to the luxury chalet, alternatively the piste is under a minutes' walk from the chalet.
Finished in the summer of 2014, this unique chalet is a wonderful blend of modern and contemporary furnishings with authentic alpine décor ensuring maximum relaxation and never ending luxury.
Spread over three floors, Chalet Balcon du Paradis sleeps 10 people in five beautifully designed bedrooms all with en-suite shower rooms and either private balconies or terrace access.
The top floor is home to the impressive master suite. Floor to ceiling French windows open out onto a private balcony allowing light to flood in. There is an en -suite shower room and separate toilet.
The spacious open plan living and dining area is situated on the second floor, soft lighting, clean lines and natural wood create a haven of sophistication. The focal point of the room is the beautiful Lorenzo Quinn sculpture which sits in front of the far window against the dramatic backdrop of the Le Grand Sassière mountain range. The wonderfully inviting L-shaped sofa is the perfect spot to relax and unwind with a glass of champagne in front of the roaring fire. The well-equipped kitchen overlooks the large dining table creates an ideal entertaining area.
The ground floor is the main sleeping floor which has four twin/double bedrooms, all with en-suite shower rooms and French windows which open out on the terrace.
The ski room with heated boot warmers is on the lower ground floor, where there is also a staff office and toilet.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Top floor (2nd floor)
Master double bedroom en-suite shower room, private balcony.
Sleeping floor (Ground floor)
Bedroom 2
1 twin/double bedroom en-suite shower room, terrace access.
Bedroom 3
1 twin/double bedroom en-suite shower room, terrace access.
Bedroom 4
1 twin/double bedroom en-suite shower room, terrace access.
Bedroom 5
1 twin/double bedroom en-suite shower room, terrace access.
Living & Dining Areas
Living floor (1st floor);
Open plan kitchen, living and dining area and 10 dining table seats.
Comfort & Amenities
| Children | |||
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 Baby crib |
High chair |
| Confort | |||
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Bed linen |
Open Fire |
Ski room |
Toiletries |
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Towels |
| Equipments | |||
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Dryer |
Full Kitchen |
Hair dryer |
Iron/ironing board |
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Juicer |
Microwave |
Nespresso |
Oven |
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Washer |
| High-Tech | |||
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Satellite TV |
Stereo |
TV |
Wi-Fi access |
| Security | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Safe |
| Services | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Breakfast |
Car |
Cocktail on arrival |
Driver included |
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Meals |
Resort transfer |
Ski instructors |
| Services extra | |||
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Activities and excursions |
Cost of food and beverages |
Dry cleaning services |
Laundry services |
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Massages |
Mountain guide |
Ski equipment rental |
Ski passes |
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Transfers between airport and chalet |
Villa pre-stocking |
| Staff | |||
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Chef |
Concierge |
Maid Service |
Private chauffeur |
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Villa Manager |
| Staff extra | |||
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Baby sitter |
Masseuse |
Staff & Services
One of the greatest advantages of staying in Chalet Balcon du Paradis is the personalised service provided by dedicated staff.
Chalet Balcon du Paradis staff have been professionally trained and will do their
utmost to please with their warm and friendly hospitality.
Manager
Your
chalet manager and staff will be on hand throughout your stay to pour
your morning coffee, serve dinner in the evenings and provide you with a
dedicated and highly personalised concierge service during your stay.
Private transfers, ski lessons and other in-resort activities can all be
organised via our team.
Concierge
From your first
phone call right through until you get back home we're on hand to help
with all aspects of your trip. We can assist with standard services from
spa treatments and restaurant reservations right through to more
challenging and unique requests. You'll also have access to local
support in your destination for on the spot help.
Housekeeping Staff
A
discreet daily housekeeping service is provided at the chalet. There
are luxury toiletries in all of the bathrooms as well as robes &
slippers.
Private Chef
Locally sourced and high-quality ingredients, an experienced and
innovative chef, menus tailored to your exact requirements' food is as
important to the staff at Chalet Altitude as it is to you.
Driver Service
Shared
driver service in resort from 8.30am until 10am and 3.30pm until 8pm
4X4 driving service (provided in a VW Caravelle or similar).
Spa Attendant
A full-time pool attendant ensure the spa look their best, without ever intruding on guests' privacy.
Ski Instructor
Complimentary ski instructor for the first two days of the stay.
Location
Chalet Balcon du Paradis is situated in Tignes le Lac, right next to the Almes piste in
the centre of the Espace Killy ski area. The chalet is less than a
minute's walk from the slope and, snow permitting, you can ski right up
to the door.
Tignes is a quick 3 hour drive from Geneva, ensuring great snow all season.
Chambéry airport is 1.5 hours away. Geneva airport is 3 hours away.
- Ski lift/slope 200-400 m
- Centre Tignes 100-200 m
- Airport Geneva 186 km
- Airport Lyon 219 km
Activities
Your
chalet manager will have a wealth of information about places of
interest and will help arrange transport and make any bookings required.
Do also ask the staff about the area too. Most will live nearby and can
give an interesting insight into some of the fascinating aspects of
local life...
The area surrounding Chalet Balcon du Paradis
offers numerous opportunities for exploration and leisure, ski
experience, paragliding, ballooning, sky diving...
Ski
If you're
looking for guaranteed skiing every day of your holiday, a luxury ski
chalet in Tignes is what you're after. The town's 1960s architecture is a
bit love-it-or-hate-it but mid-century style fans will be right at
home, and anyway, what it lacks in classic mountain village charm it
makes up for in snow, snow and more snow! Tignes' altitude makes it
snow-sure for most of the year, and the area boasts some of the skiing
in Europe.
Tignes is divided into the main areas of Les
Brévières, Le Lavachet, Le Lac and Val Claret, the latter being the
highest part of the resort, and offers a wide range of ski options for
the beginner up to the very experienced skier in each of these areas as
well as being well linked to Val d'Isere to make the Espace Killey ski
area.
In resort there are plenty of bars, shops and
restaurants to keep you occupied, as well as a bowling ally, cinema and
sports centre with swimming pool to name but a few of the extra
activities available. This is the beauty of Tignes, nobody will be left
without something to do.
The highlight for serious snow bunnies
is the Grande Motte glacier, which sits at an altitude of 3,656m and is
accessed from Val Claret. Up here there are a variety of blue, red and
black runs to suit all levels and those who just fancy a spot of lunch,
can easily take the Funicular and dine at Le Panoramic.
The crowd
in here are serious about their skiing. There's a party scene for sure,
but make no mistake, the snow comes first in Tignes and you'll see a
lot more early nights and early risers here, so get up with them if you
want to enjoy the best of the mountains. After a day enjoying the
thrills and spills of the Espace Killy, you'll be more than ready to
retire to the fluffy duvets and plump pillows of your luxury chalet.
Services included
Exclusive
use of Chalet Balcon du Paradis booked. Use of the services of the staff team,
including Chalet manager, housekeepers, private chef, private driver...
Catered
Standard services
- Exclusive use of the chalet
- Professional chef and host
- Concierge service prior to arrival and for the duration of the stay
- Complimentary ski instructor for the first two days of the stay
- Daily housekeeping service
- Daily breakfast and afternoon tea*
- Pre-dinner canapés served with champagne on six evenings
- Four course dinner on six evenings (staff have one day off)
- Early children's supper on six evenings
- The finest selection of complimentary house wines
- Complimentary beers and soft drinks
- Complimentary drinks tray (2 bottles of house spirits)
- Evening turn down service on six evenings
- Mid-week towel change
- Robes, slippers and toiletries
- Hairdryers in every bathroom
- In-chalet ski and boot fitting service
- Lift pass delivery service .
- In resort from 8.30am until 10am and 3.30pm until 8pm 4X4 driving service (provided in a VW Caravelle or similar)
*On the staff day off, fresh bread and croissants are delivered, a continental breakfast and afternoon tea are pre-prepared. Please note afternoon tea is not cleared away on the staff day off.
Self catered
Standard services
- Concierge service prior to arrival and for the duration of your stay;
- Daily housekeeping service;
- Mid-week towel change;
- Robes, slippers and toiletries;
- Hairdryers in every bathroom;
- In-chalet ski and boot fitting service;
- Lift pass delivery service.
Additional services (extra charges apply)
- Private transfers to and from resort
- Lift passes
- Ski equipment hire
- Childcare
- In-chalet massage and hairdressing
- Private ski guides, heli-skiing and ski lessons
- Non-skiing activities
- Pre-arrival shopping service
- Helicopter transfers
- Party planning
- Corporate event planning
- Please enquire about any other specific service requests.
Additional Notes
Dining
Locally sourced and high-quality ingredients, an experienced and innovative chef, menus tailored to your exact requirements' food is as important to the staff at Chalet Balcon du Paradis as it is to you.As you arrive, you'll be welcomed with a champagne reception.
Each morning, a delicious cooked breakfast is served alongside local yoghurt, mueslis, homemade bread and jams. Then after a morning's skiing, you'll find fresh coffee and tea, bread and jams and homemade cakes and savouries laid out waiting for you back at the chalet.
In the evenings, following canapés and champagne, you'll enjoy a three-course meal and then a local cheeseboard, all served with a carefully chosen selection of European house wines.
Eating and drinking
Many of the hardcore skiers around Tignes tend to think lunch is for wimps, but those with a more balanced approach to their holiday will not be left disappointed with a huge variety of options available both on an off the mountain.We love Le Soli, on the mountain between Le Lac and Les Boisses, which serves Savoyard specialities with a peaceful view. Le Panormic sits at "the top of the world" and offers a range of dining options with (on good weather days) excellent views of the Glacier.
For après ski or evening , Le Loop is a good option and has a lovely sun terrace you can ski onto and a log fire in its bar area. And Grizzly's Bar in Val Claret is a warm and cosy stop for après, decked out in furs and hand carved wooden furniture.
Also worth a mention is Couloir Bar, which as well as offering cocktails for a lively après ski session with live music, also has a restaurant serving a menu of French /English fusion dishes.
If the chef in your luxury chalet has a night off, Le Table en Montagne won't disappoint for dinner. This restaurant within the 5* Les Suites du Névada in Val Claret, offers discreet service and offers contemporary Savoyard cuisine. Meat and fish are cooked on hot stones and brought to your table to be carved before you and fresh bread and vegetables and dessert will be brought to the table to be served.
L' Armailly Restaurant in Tignes Les Brévières is a good option for lunch or dinner. With a sun terrace, wine cellar and traditional French food, you will not be disappointed. A Pizza delivery service is also available within Les Brevieres if you fancy a night in on the chef's night off.
Also popular is La Ferme des 3 Capucines in Le Lavachet. The restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere and serves well executed simple dishes. In addition to the the popular dishes of Fondu, Raclette, the menu is changeable and presented on large black boards to each table, there is also a log fire in the corner of the restaurant which adds to the cosy alpine charm. Booking in advance is recommended!
Children
Chalet Balcon du Paradis's location right next to the slopes makes this property a good choice for those with children.Your chef will be happy to prepare special teas for younger visitors, and to make packing easier for those travelling with a baby, cots and highchairs are available, too.
Nannies and babysitters can be booked on request to allow you to enjoy some adult-only time, too.
Chalet Balcon du Paradis can be taken alongside Chalet Altitude to create an alpine residence sleeping 20 people or the chalets can be taken separately. The two chalets can connect through the kitchens.
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