A ski chalet in the French Alps remains one of the most popular investments for international second home buyers, and demand for property in the Alps is on the increase.
Much of the interest is driven by international buyers, many of whom are looking for ski properties as a solid long-term capital investment rather than putting their money into savings accounts, stocks and bonds. Not to mention, a property in an Alpine resort provides not only a place to go on holiday in the winter and summer, but can also be a good rental income earner.
When it comes to prime real estate in the French Alps, the majority of foreign transactions are made by the British. They are followed by buyers from Scandinavia, Russia, the Middle East and Continental Europe, primarily the French, Swiss, Spanish, Italians and Dutch.
A perennial location for those looking for a great skiing area and an exuberant village atmosphere, Méribel has long been an attraction for those looking for Alpine real estate with excellent access to Trois Vallées, the world’s largest ski area with an endless variety of terrain. With over 600 kilometres of pistes at the doorstep, it is easy to see why second home owners and visitors return to continue their discovery of this inexhaustible ski area.
Located in the heart of the famed Three Valleys, Méribel is a destination of choice for skiers and property hunters alike. With its ultra-modern infrastructure and traditional charm, Méribel has attracted a faithful, affluent and cosmopolitan clientele.
Certainly Méribel’s location in the middle valley is a major benefit, connecting with the chic Courchevel (favoured by Russian millionaires and the Beckhams) on one side and Val Thorens (Europe’s highest resort) on the other.
A world-famous snow sports haven, Méribel’s draw is its sheer size and prime location. It has more cable cars than any other French resort and was the first French resort to boast an 8-seat chairlift.
Despite its popularity, Méribel has retained all of its Savoyard charm and remains very much a French Alpine village. Méribel is filled with traditional chalets peppering the valley landscape with vintage architecture, hewn from local wood and stone.
With its combination of excellent skiing and undoubtedly the best linked lift system of pistes in the world, plus the resort’s abundance of beautiful catered chalets, Méribel deservedly has a reputation as a leading idyllic ski destination for that quintessential Alpine skiing experience.
For those pursuing the ultimate mountain lifestyle and investment potential, this luxury chalet constitutes one of the most beautiful private residences in Méribel currently available for sale.
Exclusive and rewarding, the elegant chalet property has been highly successful as a luxury rental chalet due to its desirable location, superb specifications and intelligent interior layout.
The exclusive chalet truly does have it all: alpine luxury, awe-inspiring views, stylish design, vast space, blissful comforts and a great lifestyle address.
The elite chalet delivers the wow factor in spades. The stunning modern design sensibility, inspired by the beauty of the mountainous majesty, is sure to impress even the most discriminating owners. Graced with a harmony of ambient charm and timeless refined style, this is where the appeal of wood and stone mixes with mountain elegance in contemporary fashion.
As well as exquisite craftsmanship and absolute exclusivity, the mountain home is sumptuously decorated and exceptionally spacious.
Offering sophisticated and elegant styling with comfortable family living, the fine chalet provides 438m2 of generously scaled luxury. The mountain home features eight impressively spacious bedrooms, including a gorgeous master suite.
A strikingly elegant statement fireplace with copper surround forms a stunning centrepiece for the welcomingly luxurious living area that is complete with a lounge, dining room and TV area. It also comes with a home cinema, professional kitchen and office.
Rich in fine amenities such as a sauna, an outside Jacuzzi on the terrace, a ski room with boot dryers, and a garage, the mountain property exemplifies the essence of luxury and carefree convenience.
Encouraging an informal outdoor lifestyle, the superb property comes with plenty of outside space, too. There are three balconies/terraces from which to enjoy the wonderful views of the surrounding mountains.
The superior chalet in its enviable location – 100 metres from the Doron slopes and just 650 metres from the town centre – is the perfect base for taking full advantage of everything Méribel has to offer. It is a rare combination of accessibility and privacy.
Reserved for those with uncompromising taste and requirements, here is the ideal Alpine retreat for a completely decadent mountain experience.
Price: €8million.
