The word luxury has become an overused term, lending itself to describe a wide range of quality and styles. What’s more, the definition of luxury differs from person to person and what is ‘luxury’ to one person, is not considered a luxury to the next person. Luxury can mean incredible facilities and architecture to one client, bespoke furnishing to another and a private and unique location to another.
There are so many factors involved in creating a luxury ski chalet, but it is clear there are certain features that a chalet should have to hit the mark.
We’ve partnered up with The Chalet Edit, a luxury ski chalet specialist who takes the hassle out of finding your dream chalet by providing a full in-house concierge service from start to finish. Organising everything from ski school, transfers and in-resort childcare to excursions and activities. They have selected some of the top features that raise the bar and make a chalet truly luxurious.
Outdoor Hot Tub – No luxury chalet is complete without an outdoor hot tub. Soaking aching muscles in the bubbling warmth of a cedar-wood tub, as the steam mingles with the fresh mountain air, against a backdrop of surreal alpine beauty is the height of relaxation and fun.
Wine Cave – For wine lovers, a showpiece wine cellar is a necessity when it comes to booking a luxury ski chalet. From contemporary glass cellars to traditional stone wine caves, being able to try some of the best wines, all artfully paired with the bespoke evening meal prepared by your chef is indulgence at its best.
Swimming Pool – A luxury ski chalet with a pool is the ultimate way to enhance your holiday. Perfect for keeping fit, loosening tight muscles or a leisurely paddle, swimming pools are a wonderful feature of any luxury chalet, and are becoming an increasingly popular request from our clients. And with everything from vast indoor pools, a jet stream for training and outdoor heated pools with mountain views, there is something for everyone.
Games Room – We’re not talking about just a darts board, we mean immense games rooms where you lose yourself for an hour or two or when the weather closes in. With vintage pinball machines, handcrafted pool tables, racing simulation games and climbing walls, luxury chalets are getting more and more creative with what they can offer.
Cinema Room – Finding the time to watch a film can be a luxury in itself these days, making chalets with cinema rooms a real treat. With plush velvet seating and state-of-the-art sound systems, huge screens and freshly seasoned popcorn, the cinema room is the perfect spot in which to unwind with a drink.
Open Fireplace – Maybe the most overlooked feature when picking a luxury chalet, but a warming fireplace is a must-have. From floating fireplaces to traditional stone, to majestic central fireplaces enclosed in glass, a unique fireplace can leave as much of an impression as artwork.
Jaw-Dropping Views – When your luxury ski chalet is situated in one of the world’s most stunning landscapes, it only makes sense that the view is maximised. Whilst interiors are usually the main focus, the last thing you want when you have found the perfect chalet is to find your view is of a car park or Club Hotel. A beautiful panoramic vista over a stunning deep valley allows you to enjoy a true alpine escape.
The Chalet Edit has a whole host of fabulous Luxury Ski Chalets on their website available to rent across the Alps, so please do not hesitate to get in touch. Their team are always waiting with plenty of knowledge and inspiration to help you organise your dream ultra-luxury chalet holiday.
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