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Chalet Anchorage |
Chamonix, Rhone Alps, France |
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Chalet Anchorage is a Luxury Traditional Alpine chalet, sleeping up to 10. A real home from home, with fabulous cuisine using locally sourced seasonal produce, prepared by our professional Chef.
During the summer, we have created a Cookery Course, that is more of a Food Experience, which taps into the Alpine way of life by visitng local artisans and vineyards in Aosta, and the French Alps. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| Chalet |
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Property Setting:
| Mountainous / Romantic / Village setting |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Night life / Family / Sports & activity |
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Bedrooms:
| 5 |
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Guests:
| 10 |
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Catering:
| Full Board |
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General Info |
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Backing onto a dense forest of fir trees and with stunning views of the Aiguille de Midi, and with the local deer running through the garden, Chalet Anchorage really is a "winter wonderland" and a "summer paradise"
Although Chamonix is more commonly associated with the snow and skiiing, during the spring and summer months, the Chamonix valley is a vibrant and fascinating place, that goes through an amazing transformation, from a winter wonderland, to lush green pastures, awash with wild flowers and the sound of cow bells on the steep mountain pastures.
During the summer months we offer the Chalet as either a B&B basis, or full board with the Cookery School, which offers either 3 day or 5 day courses.
There's no shortage of fascinating topics to explore, from the cuisines of Northern Italy to the hearty fare of the Rhone Alps. We offer a fresh approach to cooking with exciting cookery classes that emphasise the understanding of seasonal fresh local ingredients.
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Chamonix lies in one of the most spectacular valleys of the French Alps. The area is dominated by huge glaciers and Mont Blanc.
Chamonix is the perfect destination for a short break, with its short transfer times, and the lively town being able to offer something for everyone. The Chamonix Valley is consistently rated as one of the top 10 ski resorts in the world!
Chamonix Valley in the Summer
Although Chamonix is more commonly associated with the snow and skiiing, during the spring and summer months, the Chamonix valley is a vibrant and fascinating place, that goes through an amazing transformation, from a winter wonderland, to lush green pastures, awash with wild flowers and the sound of cow bells on the steep mountain pastures. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| The easiest access to Chamonix is via Geneva Airport, Chamonix has the benefit of short transfer times, with it taking less than 1 hour to reach Chamonix from Geneva Airport. You can take the Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and connect for St-Gervais-Les-Bains, where you change to the Mont Blanc Express to Chamonix. Or take Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais and drive. |
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Nearest airports:
| Geneva 50 miles |
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Nearest train station:
| Chamonix 2 km |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Calais |
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Nearest bus stop:
| End of our road! |
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Car Hire:
| Advised |
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Nearest restaurant:
| 1km |
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Nearest beach:
| n/a |
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Nearest shop:
| 1km |
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Nearest market:
| 1km |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Neil or Julie |
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Contact Phone No. |
+33 450 908553 / +44 7881607834 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Art & Craft / Birdwatching / Canoeing / Climbing / Cooking / Cycling / Fishing / Golf within 5km / Horse Riding / Skiing / Tennis / Therapies / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
CD Player / Cot / Dishwasher / DVD player / Internet Access / Linen provided / Log Fire / Maid Service / Satellite TV / Telephone / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
Comfortably sleeping 10 with ensuite facilities throughout. Main lounge/sitting area with comfy sofas, TV, DVD, Sky, & WIFI, Ipod dock. Large centrally positioned open Log Fire. Separate sitting/reading area. Dining area. Ski Boot Warmers. Plenty of entertainment for the kids, including Table Football, family movies, Kids SKY TV, & fun games & puzzles, and 13,000 tracks of music on our Ipod to choose from. Bedroom 1 has a superking bed, en-suite Bathroom, walk in wardrobe, TV & DVD, Stereo. Bedroom 2 has a double bed, en-suite bathroom, walk in wardrobe, Ipod dock. Bedroom 3 has bunk beds, with ensuite bathroom, TV & Video. Bedroom 4 has bunk beds, with en-suite bathroom. Bedroom 5 has a double bed and en-suite bathroom.
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Exterior Facilities |
Balcony / BBQ / Courtyard / Garden / Garden Furniture / Hot Tub / Parking / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
The chalet has a fabulous 8 person Jacuzzi/Hot tub, situated out on the large terrace, with sunloungers, where you can soak up the amazing view of the Aiguille du Midi & the Mont Blanc glacier. Backing onto a dense forest of fir trees and with stunning views of the Aiguille de Midi, the chalet is private & secluded.
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Further Details |
Ideally situated in the Chamonix valley within easy reach of all the nearby ski areas. If you want adrenaline packed holiday Chamonix is the sporting mecca of Europe with so many activities available on your doorstep. Or if you prefer to take a more relaxed pace, Chalet Anchorage & Chamonix is the perfect destination for a summer or winter break.
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Conditions of Rental |
We offer our chalet fully catered during the winter ski season, our prices include the following: Transfers to & from Geneva Airport, transportation to and from the ski lifts each day. Hearty cooked breakfast, afternoon tea, and a 4 course evening meal, accompanied by our house wine. Ski guiding During the summer, the chalet is available either Half Board, Bed & Breakfast, or Fully catered with the cookery school package.
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Other Information |
Babysitting available / Child Friendly / Cook available / No Smoking / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Chalet Anchorage |
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Thank you very much for having us to stay at Chalet Anchorage. I thoroughly enjoyed our week.
The food was spectacular, and consistently met benchmarks that many restaurants would fall well short of, let alone most hotels. The delicate tastes of the ravioli and the full hearted flavours of the lamb demonstrated a really profound skill and a highly innovative choice of meals.
The chalet itself was tastefully decorated and a great pleasure to relax in after the excellent skiing. Your eagerness to please was evident in the wonderful cakes and beautifully laid tables that we sat at in readiness for the next feast each night.
Alex Hurst,
London, UK,
Feb 2010 
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Thank you once again for such a fantastic week and for looking after us so well.
The more I look back at it the more gorgeous it all seems!
You were so kind to us and Neil's food really was wonderful (and your cakes - yummy) and it was so spoiling to be fed such really thoughtful, inspired and delicious food that had been passionately made- a real treat!
Julia Griffiths-Jones,
London, UK,
Jan 1900
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Thank you so much for a fantastic week.
The kids really enjoyed themselves despite being too young to ski, and Rod and I and a brilliant time.
The food was very special - you're definately very talented Neil.
Thank you so much for all teh effort you put in to looking after us & ensuring we had a brilliant time!
Best of luck with the business - in every sense you have a 'recipe' for success!
Liv, Rod, Grace & Colton Crozier
Rod & Olivia Crozier,
Essex, UK,
Feb 2010
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Thank you to you both, for making this weekend the best. It just could'nt have been better, wall to wall professionalism, folded into your warmth and charm.
Annabella Goldsmith,
Surrey, UK,
Sep 2009
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Neil & Julie, What can I say - simply put, you've been fantastic. I couldnt recommend Icona more highly.
Our clients have had a wonderful time, as have we. We will no doubt be pestering you for another booking for the second BMB corporate ski trip next year.
All the best Nick.
Nick Morrell - Beattie McGuinness Bungay,
London, UK,
Jan 2010
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Guys,
Thanks for the premiere hospitality, awesome food, awesome drinks and awesome Hot Tub!!
I've not been so well looked after sine I left home, and even then your food is better!!
See you soon, Mick
Mick Wade,
Manchester, UK,
Jan 1900
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Neil & Julie,
What can I say, other than you have a fantastic chalet, and are both fantastic hosts!
Outstanding food Chef, and incredible attention to detail from both of you.
Look forward to our return!
Rob
Rob Brannan,
Manchester, UK,
Jan 1900
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Jules & Neil,
Where do we begin??
This has been the ski holiday of a lifetime. You truly are amazing hosts and have far exceeded any expectations of the chalet and your unique hospitality has been truly overwhelming. Your continuity, attention for detail and persistant high standards can be compared to none.
This is truly the pinnacle of luxury chalet.
Jules and Neil have given so much time to looking after little Millie which has made the holiday not only special to Millie but given us great pleasure to watch.
We just cant wait to see you on our next visit!
BIG THANK YOU, we've love every minute and will miss Icona now we have 'experienced the difference'.
Kate, Ben and Millie Shepherd
Ascot, Berkshire, UK
Ben, Kate, and Millie Shepherd,
Ascot, UK,
Dec 2009
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Neil and Julie are fabulous!
They were the perfect hosts, who treated us with amazing food, company and knew just what hidden places in Chamonix, that we would enjoy.
We did a tour of Europe and staying at Icona was the highlight of our trip. The anticipated every need.
I am so excited to go back and bring more friends and family!
Amber & Nick
Amber & Nick Kouvalis,
Windsor, Canada,
Nov 2009
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Mille merci pour ce magnifique sejour. Vous avez ete d'excellents hotes et nous reviendrons avec grand plasir.
Corrine Cerf,
Geneva, Switzerland,
Dec 2009
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The weekend was fantastic. Great chalet, good food, and excellent service. Worth to come back.
A fantastic weekend, good weather, good skiing, great company, and great food, an all round super time.
Ruud, Thai, & Steve.,
Le Hague, Holland,
Jan 2010
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