5 Unique Ski Chalets in Europe - Vivsco.com.ng

When billionaires ski in the Alps, they leave behind five-star hotels and resorts with chefs, indoor pools, and thousands of square feet of living space.

Where do billionaires stay when they ski in Europe? They rent chalets in the best spots in the Alps for a week (or two, or three). While the word “chalet” may conjure up images of a cozy, mountain-style home with everything a modern-day Heidi would want, there’s nothing fancy about these chalets.

They often combine stainless steel with high-tech amenities and the ultimate in luxury. The biggest and best of them all is the veritable Winter Palace, which features glass walls, a spacious conference room, a large terrace, an indoor pool, and multiple bedrooms with private bathrooms. The kitchen will be staffed by professional chefs, as almost all meals will be catered for (unless you decide to dine in). Do you want a screened-in kitchen, a bar, and a ski room with a ski locker and boot storage? You’re in luck, as they have the right standards for the best Alpine chalets, with privacy, comfort, and luxury at the forefront. The price tag is a bargain, but for those who are looking for privacy, it’s not a big deal. This is a five-story chalet designed by The Luxury Chalet Company.

Black Lodge: When a New Home is Perfect

The Black Lodge is located in Courchevel 1850, where Courchevel’s best attractions are gathered. The 9,418-square-foot symphony of stone and glass boasts a prime location, seven bedrooms, and a luxurious sauna, Turkish bath, Jacuzzi, and plunge pool. This property in the French Alps features stunning interiors courtesy of Paris-based designer Nancy Ginart of Just’in Design. Premium services are available for an additional fee, including a private chef, butler, two butlers and a driver. Prices at Black Lodge range from €85,000 to €195,000 per week (US$91,766 to US$210,522)

Chalet Izoard: Two lakes are better than one

Megève is one of the most exclusive resorts in the French Alps and Chalet Izoard is located in the Mont d'Arbois area, close to the Four Seasons Resort. The house is a typical Alpine house made of wood and stone, with a spacious terrace and five floors of 10,764 square meters of space, which are made of reclaimed wood and have eight bedrooms, including a children's room. For those who love skiing and swimming, there are indoor and outdoor pools. Here you can learn about marine life and pamper yourself in the jacuzzi, Turkish bath or sauna. Weekly rents for the Izoard range from €73,630 to €180,000 ($79,518 to $194,395).

Chalet Teredo: A luxury villa

Many villas have pools and spas, but Chalet Teredo in Verbier, Switzerland, takes the amenities to a whole new level. There’s a large Turkish bath, a beautiful indoor pool (with glass walls) perfect for a dip, and an outdoor shower – the opposite of a luxury hotel. The 6,780-square-foot villa has five bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, a screened-in porch, a bar and panoramic views of Verbier. Teredo chalets cost from 62,000 to 120,000 Swiss francs per week ($71,525 - $138,435)

Chalet N: Price is no longer an issue

At 16,145 square feet, Chalet N in the Austrian resort of Oberlech in the Arlberg is larger than most hotels. There are seven indoor facilities: a Finnish sauna, a steam bath, a modern saltwater steam room and an indoor pool. There is a butler service, a gallery, a restaurant and lounge, and a wine bar with a large wine collection. When fondue is on the menu, it also offers a special Walser Stüberl. Cabin N in Oberlech costs between €250,000 and €500,000 ($270,000 to $540,000) per week.

Arula Chalets: Great for Large Groups

Arula Chalets offers Austrian-style hospitality in the Arlberg-Lech resort. It has two rooms and can accommodate up to 30 guests. The hotel offers a 24-hour concierge and concierge, twice-daily housekeeping, a sommelier and chef, on-site spa staff, and chauffeur service to your room in three Mercedes-Benz cars. There are two separate spa areas, each with an indoor pool, outdoor jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, treatment room, relaxation area, and gym. Prices for apartments at Alura range from 280,000 to 400,000 euros ($302,288 to $431,840) per week.