Thursday, January 31st, 2008
Chalet Edelweiss, La Plagne 1800
The Location
The area of La Plagne is made up of 11 separate villages with a total ski area of 225km. La Plagne 1800 is one of the more traditional of these villages at a high altitude, with a tranquil environment and many tree lined ski runs. It started life as a lead mining village and therefore is steeped in history and culture. There are fantastic facilities within the resort, which are what would be expected of a major ski resort. This includes shops, bars, restaurants, an ice skating rink, swimming pool and a cinema.
There are many activities to participate in La Plagne including paragliding, dog sledding, snow shoe walking, ice climbing, tobogganing and cross country skiing. There has also been an emphasis on introducing more activities for non-skiers in the last couple of years, which include guided tours around the area and an introduction to craft-work.
The ski domain of La Plagne is right at the heart of the Paradiski ski area, facing Mont Blanc and Beaufortain ranges, in the Savoie region. It has extensive intermediate runs plus plentiful excellent off piste terrain and there is something for all levels of skiers and boarders. Plagne 1800 has now been made easier by the completion of a bridge in Plagne Centre allowing skiers safe and uninterrupted access by piste over the main road. There is also the 7cube, which is a 900 metre long snowpark entirely dedicated to the practice of freestyle.
Thanks to the the link between Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry and La Plagne via the Vanoise Express, the Paradiski ski area is now one of the largest as well as one of the most diverse in the world. This area has a huge 425km of pistes (239 runs) for skiers and boarders of all levels, served by 175 ski lifts. It also boasts an impressive 5 snow parks, 2 glaciers and 2 summits at an altitude of more than 3000 metres! The “Vanoise Express” cable car connects all of Les Arcs with La Plagne and Peisey-Vallandry creating a very accessible area. It is the most prestigious cable car in the world providing a panoramic view of Mont Blanc, the Italian Alps and the Vanoise summits.
The Development
This is a new 4* leaseback development consisting of 88 apartments ranging from 1 bedroom to 3 bedroom apartments. It is located at the foot of the slopes, 30 metres from the piste and is a ski in, ski out residence. The interiors will be stylish yet comfortable and the exterior of the building will be done in traditional Savoyard materials of wood and local stone to blend in with the other properties within this historical town.
The aerial view shows the location of Chalet Edelweiss in La Plagne
The apartments will be fully furnished to a high standard and all come with a private balcony, underground parking and private cellar. Facilities within the development will include a covered swimming pool, sauna, and hammam.
Prices
One Bed from 181,977 Euro
Two Bed from 280,539 Euro
Two Bed Duplex from 341,301 Euro
Four Bed Duplex from 589,587 Euro
Since the property is leaseback, it will be fully furnished and looked after by the management company. There are very flexible and generous personal usage options available with this property which are as follows:
Without use: 3.8% net rental yield ** CERTAIN APTS NOW OFFERING YIELDS OF UP TO 4.8%**
With 6 weeks use: 3% net rental yield
With 12 weeks use: 2.5% net rental yield
There are two purchase options available to you when buying an apartment within this development. Either you pay the gross price and claim back the VAT or you let the developer fund the VAT for you.
If you are interested in this property then we would strongly recommend calling one of our ski property consultants who will be able to place reservations on your behalf.
Les Fermes De L Hermineur, La Frasse Nr Les Carroz
The development
A small charming development of three traditional chalets consisting of just 23 one to three bedroom apartments. The chalets will all occupy a south west facing plot with one existing chalet to be completely renovated and another two to be newly constructed. All of the chalets will have incredible views of the Aravis mountain range and the surrounding countryside due to their sloping orientation (please see image).
The chalets will be constructed and renovated in a traditional style using local wood to reflect the local architecture and to give the feel of authentic mountain living. All of the apartments will have a high standard of fixtures and fittings and will come complete with furniture (including all kitchen utensils) and a covered parking space. The decor will give the feeling of a cosy mountain dwelling thanks to the materials, colours and fabrics used as well as the wood stove installed in each apartment. All apartments will also have large wooden terraces or balconies to give you the ultimate chance to enjoy the outdoor environment from the comfort of your apartment.
The Location
This lovely freehold residence is situated in La Frasse, a small traditional village in the Haute Savoie region only 4 kms away from the village centre of Les Carroz and the large popular ski domain Le Grand Massif. Araches La Frasse is situated at an altitude of 955 metres on a large sunny plateau dominating the Aravis Valley and is part of the Les Carroz area. There is a ski shuttle bus that runs to Les Carroz in winter and the bus stop is located just behind the apartments.
The Grand Massif ski area consists of 265km of pistes, 80 ski lifts and is made up of five resorts including Les Carroz, Flaine, Morillon, Samoens and Sixt. At an altitude of up to 2,500 metres it offers a large and varied ski area with off-piste challenges for the more capable skiers as well as extensive intermediate terrain. There is also a new cable car, La Keudeuse that links Les Carroz with the rest of the Grand Massif area, in just six minutes. In the summer months there are plenty of activities on offer including canyoning, white water rafting, mountain biking and fishing to name just a few. Les Carroz also has a leisure centre and Flaine has an 18-hole golf course. The proximity of the ski area to Mont Blanc ensures great snow conditions usually for around 5 months during winter.
This development is extremely accessible and is only 40 minutes from Geneva airport and 20 minutes from the Cluses TGV train station.
Prices
This development is a freehold, absent of the leaseback scheme and all prices quoted below are inclusive of VAT. The purchase cost does include a covered parking space and a full furniture pack, which is unique for a non-leaseback property.
1 bed apartments from €188,000
2 bed apartments from €259,000
3 bed apartments from €338,000
If you would like further information on these apartments, please contact one of our ski consultants on the number below immediately.