A Storybook French Alps Chalet

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12/8/2022Updated: 12/8/2022

This charming double chalet in Courchevel, France, set in the French Alps, looks like it sprang straight from the pages of a book of fairy tales. Built in the style of traditional French ski chalets, the eight-bedroom, eight-bath, two-story chalet is the epitome of coziness, with natural wood and stone running throughout and exterior stone walls complimented by a traditional stone roof.

The property provides a commanding view of the ski resort town of Courchevel, which is part of the world-class Les Trois Vallées ski area. (Courtesy of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions) — The property provides a commanding view of the ski resort town of Courchevel, which is part of the world-class Les Trois Vallées ski area. Courtesy of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions

Inside, rustic beamed ceilings, practical yet attractive fireplaces, and more features create a welcoming atmosphere to entertain friends or settle in with a large family.

This bathroom with its vintage copper tub and sinks, radiator heater, and wood floors, walls, and ceiling is the ideal place to enjoy a long, hot bath after a day of skiing. (Courtesy of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions) — This bathroom with its vintage copper tub and sinks, radiator heater, and wood floors, walls, and ceiling is the ideal place to enjoy a long, hot bath after a day of skiing. Courtesy of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions

With a total of 3,345 square feet of living area, the chalet has plenty of room for the owners and their guests to relax and enjoy themselves in the welcoming living room or rest in the bedrooms before gathering for a meal in the dining room. The adjacent, well-equipped country kitchen has dinette seating for casual meals. Every inch of the entire interior is finished or accented in wood, from the floors to the walls to the exposed-beam ceilings, all working together to create the ultimate ski lodge effect.

The master bedroom is a perfect example of ski lodge chic, featuring a fireplace and gleaming chandelier, accenting the wood floors, walls and exposed-beam ceiling. (Courtesy of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions) — The master bedroom is a perfect example of ski lodge chic, featuring a fireplace and gleaming chandelier, accenting the wood floors, walls and exposed-beam ceiling. Courtesy of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions

That’s especially evident in the master suite, with its vaulted ceiling, a stone fireplace to ward off the cold, and a gleaming brass chandelier above. One of the baths features a vintage copper bathtub that’s perfect for enjoying a hot, relaxing soak after a day on the slopes.

The traditional design showcases the skills of local artisans working with stone and lumber, in the form of this impressive residence in a majestic setting. (Courtesy of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions) — The traditional design showcases the skills of local artisans working with stone and lumber, in the form of this impressive residence in a majestic setting. Courtesy of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions

Outside, a huge deck with a broad balcony above affords a relaxing view of the garden and adjacent mature orchard, as well as the surrounding forested mountain scenery. In addition to the residence, the property features a garage, a barn, and a storage cellar.

Throughout the home the interiors feature rich wood paneling, exposed beam ceilings, and stone to create a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere. (Courtesy of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions) — Throughout the home the interiors feature rich wood paneling, exposed beam ceilings, and stone to create a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere. Courtesy of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions

The chalet is located about 10 minutes by car from Courchevel’s town center. In addition to shopping and dining venues, the town is a world-class ski destination that’s linked to the Three Valleys Ski Area. The cities and airports of Geneva, Switzerland, and Lyon, France, are two hours away.