Nestling in the heart of the farming community in the French Alps, famous for its cheese and gastronomy, Chalet Châtelet is just over an hour from Geneva. It is minutes away from the resorts of the Portes du Soleil ski area, or in the other direction, the spa towns of Evian-les-Bains and Thonon-les-Bains on Lake Geneva. Swiss mountain spas of Val d’Illiez ane Lavey-les Bains and ski resorts are also close by, as is the medieval village of Yvoire on the lake. The tranquil village of Bonnevaux ‘la discrète’ is on the only road that links the two great valleys of this vast ski area, equidistant from Châtel and Morzine, and just 3 miles from the bustling town of Abondance with ski resort, bars, restaurants, renowned Sunday market and a superb ancient Abbey.

The Portes du Soleil boasts an overwhelming 650 Km of slopes in the French and Swiss Alps 207 lifts and limitless off-piste. Alternatively as close as 5 minutes away are several fabulous secluded ski areas, truly the locals’ best-kept secrets, and ideal for getting away from the crowds in search of fresh powder; there are times when you find yourself completely alone on an untouched mountain in pristine snow.