Chalet Rauque

From the second you walk into Chalet Rauque you will acknowledge the love, passion and dedication that has been poured into this magnificent chalet by the architects and interior designers. Every single metre of this property is stunningly beautiful. With its truly spectacular see-through atrium garden, its phenomenal wellness centre complete with a fitness room, hot tub, sauna, hammam and massage room, its glass-sided swimming pool complete with waterfall, its indoor climbing wall, archery and rifle shooting range and its breathtaking accommodation, Chalet Rauque only has one problem and that is that you will never want to leave it! The chalet is totally astonishing in its décor, furnishings and attention to detail. You will spend the whole week noticing amazing accessories and quirky features. The chalet offers a fabulous contemporary take on alpine décor while retaining the traditional Savoyard charm that you expect in a ski chalet. There are vaulted, wooden beamed ceilings everywhere, a fabulous fire in the living area and seven bedroom suites where you will sink into exquisite mattresses and sleep like kings.

This astounding slice of heaven is located in the very central and picturesque ‘Petit Alaska’ area of Val d’Isere, just eight minutes’ walk from the Bellevarde Express lift to the mountain and a ten minute walk or a five minute chauffeured drive to the centre of Val d’Isere. Val d’Isere is nestled at the foot of the glacier that feeds the Isere River and is protected by the Daille gorge. Its mighty mountains, the Solaise and the Face de Bellevarde are famous for the exploits of some of the greatest sporting champions. With links to Tignes, guests enjoy a massive ski playground. Val d’Isere itself boasts 300km of slopes, a snowpark and incredible apres-ski, gourmet dining and boutique shopping options. The heart of Val d’Isere oozes an authentic Savoyard charm throughout its pretty, cobbled streets lined with stone houses. There are so many entertainment options in this seriously popular resort though Chalet Rauque offers its own unique, unequalled package of entertainment.

Guests staying at Chalet Rauque will enjoy a totally hassle-free trip with private transportation, a fantastic catering package with signature breakfasts, afternoon tea and gourmet evening meals, a daily selection of wines, a private butler service, daily cleaning, and more all included in the rental price. The team are on hand twenty four hours to anticipate your every need and to offer a tailor-made ski holiday experience. There are also other services available on request such as massages and treatments, ski pass purchases, restaurant reservations and more.

Chalet Rauque’s first floor living area is a cavernous, almost cathedral like space under an astonishing vaulted, beamed ceiling. It is open plan in design around the glass surrounded, lower atrium garden. It is a truly wondrous, triple height feature that will make your jaws drop. A smart and sophisticated lounge area sits at one of the space with its lavish sofas, contemporary fire and giant wall-mounted television screen. On the other side of the atrium, you will discover another fabulous living area with designer sofa cushions and beautifully upholstered chairs and stools as well as a stunning dining area. The chalet offers an excellent sound system so that you can listed to your favourite tunes. Every piece of furniture is super cool and very striking. It makes you wonder the number of hours spent resourcing these spectacular furnishings! The lighting is unique and very arty. Under a beam loaded with frayed lampshades, your beautiful, sociable dining table is surrounded by trendy perspex chairs with fur cushioned seat pads. It is the perfect setting for a festive or celebratory meal. The chalet’s kitchen is also spectacular, a contemporary professional space with top-of-the-range everything.

There cannot be many chalets with such a luxurious, all-encompassing wellness suite as Chalet Rauque. Surrounded by gorgeous mood lighting, the swimming pool enjoys a glass panel, a waterfall and is perfect for a late night or early morning swim. If you are just keeping the swimmers company, you can sit in the most stylish of chairs designed with faces. The design features just keep coming! The gym is brilliantly well equipped and the massage room is just waiting with its comfy bed. You can watch your favourite channels while keeping fit or you can head to the hammam. If wellness is not your thing, you can entertain yourselves on the climbing wall or with an archery or rifle shooting competition. There is no end to the entertainment in this extravagant, luxurious chalet!

Chalet Rauque boasts seven astonishing bedroom suites that are just as impressive as its living and entertainment spaces. You will be met by lavish beds, beautifully adorned with crisp cottons and exquisite soft furnishings including lots of faux fur. The rooms enjoy a warm and inviting ambience thanks to beautiful wood and gorgeous handpicked furniture. You will discover plush drapes, gorgeous rugs, workspaces in case you need to catch up on emails, unique love seats upholstered with the faces of the Beatles and handcrafted wooden masterpieces. With luxury like no other, the ensuite bathrooms are joyful, indulgent and stunning. You can soak in deep tubs by candlelight or enjoy the most powerful of showers. You certainly will feel pampered and special.

Chalet Rauque is a dream ski chalet where you will experience the ski holiday of a lifetime. If it is available, you really should book it quickly!