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Holiday Home #5266 from owner #155
created on 05-Nov-2007

Alpenrose - Saint Gervais

Fully equipped apartment in the Haute Savoie, an excellent base for skiing holidays or summer activities.

Golf Course Nearby Pets Not Allowed No Air Conditioning Not Near A Beach Credit Cards Not Accepted Not Non Snoking
Not Disabled Friendly Does Not Have Internet Access Near Public Transport Bars or Restaurants Close By Has A Pool Skiing Close By Not Family Friendly
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Apartment in Saint Gervais
1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
Sleeps 4 - 6 People
£160 - £470 Per Week

The Evasion de Mont Blanc ski area boasts 500km of pistes for you to explore. The main cable car is just a 20 minute walk from the apartment or a 2 minute drive in the car, there is a large free car park for you to use, alternatively there is a frequent bus service. The cable car takes you to the small resort of Le Bettex, from here there are links to the famous resort of Megeve.
If you would like to venture further out, the steep slopes of Chamonix and the famous Vallee Blanche is approximately 40 minutes drive away. A little further out, the resorts of La Clusaz, Le Grand Bornand, Argentiere and even Courmayeur in Italy are all within easy reach.

The area provides arguably some of the best walks anywhere in the world. Walks range from low level strolls to ascents of Mont-Blanc. The summit of Mont Joly is the area's local peak and stands at 2525 metres. The Tramway du Mont Blanc, a rack and pinion railway takes you to the Nid d'Aigle. From here you can follow the Bionassay glacier back down to the valley or walk up to the Tête Rousse refuge which lies at over 3000 metres.
For a more casual walk, take a trip to Chamonix, from here take the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi at 3842 metres and enjoy the views over the Chamonix Valley. On the descent get off at the mid station and follow the Grand Balcon Nord down to the ice caves of the Mer de Glace. From here you can walk or take the Montenvers railway back into Chamonix and enjoy a beer at one of its many lively bars.
If it is mountain biking you enjoy, the area provides a fantastic opportunity to ride the Diamant Vert (Green Diamond circuit). The circuit offers 90km of marked trails with 5380 metres of downhill. A lift pass (July and August) will give you access to 11 lifts to take you up hill. The circuit will take you through the villages of Megeve, Saint Nicolas de Véroce, Demi-Quartier, Combloux, La Giettaz, Flumet, Praz sur Arly, Notre-Dame de Bellecombe and Les Contamines Montjoie and of course Saint Gervais.
White water rafting/canyoning, in nearby Chamonix. Experience the thrill of white water rafting, you can also experience the thrill of canyoning near Megeve, Annecy or across the border in Italy.
Paragliding - There are many companies in the area that allow anyone to experience the thrill of paragliding. After a few steps you and your instructor will be soaring through the skies above the Alps, experiencing the amazing scenery

Adventure Sports, Golf, Hiking, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Rafting, Restaurant, Shopping, Skiing, Snowboarding

Beach
Lake Passy can be reached in 15 minutes by car. Here you can swim, windsurf or fish. To find it take the motorway, direction Geneva. Come off at Le Fayet, turn left at the lights and drive towards Sallanches. 2km after Intermarche there is a signposted right turn for the lake; before you get to Sallanches.
Alternatively there is a large lake next to the beautiful town of Annecy, as well as the above watersports there is the opportunity to waterski.

Golf
There are 2 local golf courses, one at Megève (15 minutes by car) and another in Chamonix (30 minutes by car).

Travel
The nearest airports are Geneva (1Hr), Chambery (1.5Hrs) and Grenoble (2.5Hrs). Transfers are available and can be booked on-line. Car hire is available at all airports and is recommended for exploring further afield.

Distances
Chamonix 22 kms. Megeve 12 kms.

Dishwasher, Cleaning Service, Cooking Utensils, DVD Player, Heating, Kitchen, Linen Service, Microwave, Parking, Refrigerator, Shared Pool, Stereo, TV, Washing Machine

The town of Saint Gervais offers many other facilities including a cinema and an Ice Skating Rink.
There is a wide range of restaurants, bars and shops to help you enjoy your stay.

Low Season Price : £160 High Season Price : £470 per Week
4 October - 20 December 2008 £199 20 December - 3 January 2008/9 £430 3 January - 24 January 2009 £250 24 January - 7 February 2009 £270 7 February - 7 March 2009 £470 7 March - 28 March 2009 £320 28 March - 11 April 2009 £290 11 April - 18 April 2009 £250 - 20% deposit secures dates, balance due 6 weeks before departure

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