Swap snowy slopes for sunlit trails with an escape to the Alps in one of our Summer Chalets! Our collection of chalets offers access to lush, adventure-filled landscapes ideal for hiking, glacial river dips, and serene picnics. Imagine bright mountain days and cosy cabin nights in your base after a day of exploring one of the world’s most stunning regions. Unwind on your chalet terrace with sweeping Alpine views and dive into a whole new season of mountain magic.
Read on for our top 10 summer chalets for Alpine adventures.
1. Chalet Houches, Chamonix
Sleeps: 7
Chalet Houches is a beautifully designed retreat in the Chamonix Valley, offering stunning forest and mountain views, plus a hot tub on the terrace for year-round relaxation. This stylish, open-plan chalet includes a cosy wood-burning fire, a modern kitchen, and ample space for up to seven guests across three bedrooms, including a family-friendly games lounge. It’s perfectly positioned for exploring Mont Blanc’s ski slopes, summer trails, and Chamonix’s vibrant atmosphere, with easy access to the Mont Blanc tramway, Mer de Glace, and Aiguille du Midi.
2. Francoise, Annecy
Sleeps: 8
Françoise, near Lake Annecy and Menthon-Saint-Bernard, is a stunning contemporary retreat for up to eight guests. The villa offers a heated summer pool and a cosy winter setup with a wood-burning fireplace. Its open-plan top-floor lounge features large sliding windows that lead to an upper terrace with pool views, and the well-equipped kitchen invites Savoy-inspired meals. Other amenities include two master en-suite bedrooms, a children’s playroom, underfloor heating, a sauna, and streaming-ready TVs. Perfectly located for lakeside activities, cycling, hiking, and exploring Annecy’s charming medieval streets.
3. Chalet Charms, Saint Gervais Mont Blanc
Sleeps: 11-14
Chalet Charms is a luxurious Alpine retreat perfect for all seasons, accommodating 11 guests and three children. With an inviting pool overlooking the Alps, a Nordic hot tub with mountain views, and access to the nearby Saint-Gervais-les-Bains ski area, this chalet is ideal for relaxation and adventure. Inside, enjoy open-plan living with an awesome central fireplace, a pull-down cinema screen, and a wrap-around terrace. Five beautifully designed bedrooms and amenities like a sauna make it an unforgettable getaway close to Alpine heritage sites and landscapes that are breathtaking whether covered in snow or swaying in the summer breeze.
4. Chalet Chaleureux, Annecy
Sleeps: 8
Prettily perched above Lake Annecy, Chalet Chaleureux offers spectacular lake and mountain views from its contemporary, light-filled interiors and spacious garden. This 4-bedroom retreat is ideal year-round, with a welcoming open kitchen, elegant dining area, and sliding doors leading to a pergola for al-fresco meals with views. The first-floor balcony enhances the vistas, while the garden provides ample space for summer games, winter snowballs, and a Nordic spa. Close to lakeside cycling, charming beaches, and nearby ski resorts, it’s the perfect Alpine escape for friends and family alike.
5. Chalet Frozen, Combloux
Sleeps: 14
For a summer retreat with a view of Mont Blanc, Chalet Frozen offers access to diverse outdoor adventures. The surrounding mountains and lakes make it ideal for activities like hiking, mountain biking, and summer swimming at the nearby Lac de Passy, which also features beaches, watersports, go-karting, and more. The chalet sleeps up to 12 and includes a luxurious open-plan living space, sauna, games lounge, and an outdoor hot tub. Whether for relaxation or adventure, Chalet Frozen blends comfort with stunning Alpine access.
6. Aquarelle, Annecy
Sleeps: 8
Aquarelle is a sleek, modern 4-bedroom villa with stunning Lake Annecy views, just minutes from charming Menthon-Saint-Bernard. Ideal for up to eight guests, its open-plan interiors include a stylish kitchen and lounge with expansive glass doors leading to a wraparound terrace for al fresco dining. Guests can unwind in the heated pool or hot tub, both positioned to take in the incredible Alpine scenery. Perfectly situated for exploring Annecy, lakeside beaches, and local ski resorts, Aquarelle offers a luxurious and versatile retreat year-round.
7. Chalet Breeze, Combloux
Sleeps: 8
With its breathtaking Mont Blanc views, Chalet Breeze is a perfect summer or winter retreat in Combloux, close to Megève and Lac de Passy. Hosting up to eight guests, this stylish chalet includes three queen-size bedrooms, a cool mezzanine with twin beds, and a stunning living area that opens to an inviting balcony with Alpine views. The surrounding garden is ideal for summer games like pétanque or badminton. Just steps away, enjoy the charm of Combloux with its welcoming eateries, shops, and seasonal activities.
8. Chalet Grand Duc, Morzine
Sleeps: 12
In Montriond, with the peaks of the Portes du Soleil rising all around, Chalet Grand-Duc brings summer in the Alps into beautiful focus. Sleeping up to twelve guests across five bedrooms, this elegant chalet is made for slow mornings with mountain views, long lunches after lake swims and easy days exploring Morzine, Avoriaz and the surrounding trails.
9. Vue Des Pentes, Annecy
Sleeps: 8
Nestled between Lake Annecy and the Aravis mountains, Vue Des Pentes combines Alpine charm with contemporary elegance. This 4-bedroom retreat is perfect year-round, with beautiful interiors, a sleek kitchen, and a terrace opening to a lush garden. Ideal for up to eight guests, the chalet’s location offers access to Lake Annecy’s watersports, La Clusaz’s ski slopes, and stunning hiking. Enjoy nearby dining, medieval Annecy, and unwind in the outdoor hot tub with a scenic backdrop.
10. Au Sommet, Annecy
Sleeps: 11
Rounding off our list of the top summer chalets is Au Sommet. Set high above Saint-Jorioz, Au Sommet offers breathtaking Lake Annecy views. Sleeping 11 guests across its main chalet and quirky annexe, it has an open-plan lounge, dining area, and modern kitchen. The balcony offers lake vistas and the mezzanine master bedroom boasts a stunning en suite. A wellness area with a hammam and spa, a games lounge, and two extra bedrooms in the annexe add charm. Outdoors, enjoy the heated pool, hot tub, and terrace with breathtaking views of Saint-Jorioz and Annec.
Oliver’s Travels summer chalets offer a whole new way to experience the Alps. Find your ideal summer chalet in the Alps, and remember our friendly concierge team can arrange thoughtful extras to make your mountain escape feel even more special.
