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Spectacular contemporary house with mountain views (Switzerland), CHF13,500,000

This Swiss villa’s setting and views are simply superb

Escape the frenetic rush of city life with this spectacular 6-bed house perched high above Savièse (St-Germain), with eye-popping views of the nearby mountains to soothe and inspire.

The villa is arranged around patios and a pool for indoor-outdoor living

The setting and the landscape is matched by an interior that is high-end and stylish, with living accommodation spread across three floors and 660 sq m of internal space. The heart of the house is the vast open-plan area on the middle floor that has been divided up with design features to create multiple spaces for the occupants and guests.

Spacious and stylish open-plan living space occupies the second floor

The fireplace is a stunning addition, making the house feel cosy and welcoming when the weather bites outside, and the dining area currently sits in a superb spot, with patio doors allowing meals to expel out onto the terrace.

Meals can easily flow outside with multiple patio doors onto the terrace

There is also an open-plan kitchen, finished to an impeccable standard with all the expected fittings. This is well served in terms of informal eating areas for when guests gather around the chef (as they always seem to do!).

A sleek modern kitchen looks impressive but functions well for the home-chef too

There is yet more space in this open-plan area, with current owners having placed a billiards table in a prime spot to provide yet further options for entertainment.

The space is flexible, allowing new owners to create the living areas that suit their lifestyle

The first floor is the exclusive area for the master of the house: there is an impressive bedroom suite complete with a private terrace, bathroom and large dressing room.

The master suite occupies an entire floor, boasting a private terrace

Four more bedrooms, all boasting the same incredible views, are gathered on the upper ground floor, the majority of which have their own bathroom or luxurious en-suite. As you’d expect from a house of this quality, the bathrooms are divine..

Luxurious bathrooms provide all the space, options and views for a heavenly washing experience

Also to be found on this floor, remarkably, is something of a wellbeing suite that will be irresistible to those within the house, whatever the weather.

The wellbeing suite has an indoor pool, sauna and Hammam for the colder days

Yes, I am referring to a sauna, a Hamman and an indoor pool (plus a guest toilet). It’s a luxurious resort experience in a home.

Enjoy the garden views from your own sauna

Dropping down to the lower ground floor, this house keeps giving in terms of accommodation space. There is an office/bedroom with a shower, a guest toilet, a carnotzet with a fireplace and kitchenette. This is a very usable space and could be used to create a separate accommodation (perhaps for older relatives) or extensive work area.

This separate living space complete with bedrooms could suit visiting families

This is also an area for indulgence, with an air-conditioned wine cave to keep your dinner well lubricated, and a games room complete with another billiards table.

An air-conditioned wine cave to store all the Swiss wines you will have to buy

To balance out the indulgence, this floor also has a fitness room; you can work off all the wine and cheese perhaps?

A fitness suite completes the varied options for wellness at this super villa

There is ample space for garage and outdoor parking within this property’s land (secured behind electric gates and CCTV) and an incredible, heated infinity pool to maximise the views of the Rhône valley and the Valais Alps.

The views from the heated infinity pool are inspiring

Non-swimmers can still enjoy the views with well-placed, shaded seating areas across the terraces. These are superb spots for al-fresco meals when the weather allows.

Patio areas and terraces surrounding the pool

The landscaped garden contains a small chalet that will be a pleasure for children to discover and for adults craving peace to hide away from a busy household.

A hidden chalet within the landscaped gardens will be a treat for the youngsters

The property lies within the commune of Savièse and overlooks Sion, the capital of the Valais, which is known for it’s cathedral and two castles. It is also within easy hopping distance of the ski resorts, and Sion itself combines an historic old town with newer amenities (such as the country’s largest bus station). Good to know: this is located within one of the most important wine-growing regions. Keep that cellar topped up..

As its situated close to ski resorts, this villa could be your classier alternative to a chalet

Sion has an airport, which has regular international flights. There is a larger airport at Geneva, around 100km away.

Source: RightMove

Marketed by Knight Frank, Switzerland

6 bedroom house for sale in Valais, Sion, Switzerland (rightmove.co.uk)

Ski-tastic 7-bed chalet in Courchevel (France), €24,000,000

It’s a modern take on a cosy alpine chalet to provide the ideal place to warm and get pampered post-ski

Anyone who is a fan of skiing and luxury will be entranced by this glorious chalet that has become available in the up-and-coming district of Nogentil in Courchevel, France.

The dining area, complete with a bar, makes staying in the more luxurious choice

The area is a world-class ski resort and boasts access to 600km of marked pistes. The high-altitude activities are all sprinkled with glitter, from the state-of-the-art lift system to the Michelin-starred restaurants to fill your hungry bellies. There is also a vibrant nightlife scene during the peak seasons, although owners and their guests will find it hard to leave the snug yet exceptionally-glam chalet…

The seven bedrooms are all elegantly designed, with wood-paneling to enhance the comfortable cosiness

This seven-bed chalet enjoys a breathtaking view of the Vanoise massifs and is built from a mixture of old wood and local stone. It is also one of the largest chalets on this new development and can sleep up to 14 in alpine-accented elegance.

The chalet has a smart boot-room where bulky outerwear and slope paraphernalia can be neatly stored

Recreation rooms are ample for a full house and provide all the luxurious comfort one craves after a day on the mountains. There is a living room with a spacious dining area, a lounge with a roaring fire and a bar, and a balcony for the spectacular views that can be glimpsed through the windows.

The living and dining spaces are open and convivial, ideal for a large group

If you haven’t had enough exertion on your skis, there is an exceptional spa and fitness area, as well as a fitness room and a swimming pool within the chalet. For more relaxed pursuits, an in-house hammam is the place to decompress, or the home cinema and games room provide facilities for letting off some steam more metaphorically.

An indoor pool and spa facilities will be ideal for a weary, cold body to recover

All seven bedrooms are indulgently alpine-themed (why not?) and provide a comfortable respite from the snow outside. They all come with en-suite bathrooms that are finished to the same high standard as the entire property.

Bedrooms provide welcoming hideaways with superb views of the snowy world outside

The clincher has got to be the location – this chalet is just 50m from the Bellecote piste for rapid access to what is certainly the main draw at this ski resort. It is also close to the centre of town for ease when the slope activity is swapped for some shopping and dining – there are ample boutique shops, bars and restaurants to keep you entertained.

What a welcoming sight! This is a chalet to lose your heart to

Most visitors access the area via Geneva airport (170km away) but there is a closer international airport at Chambery – you can be on the slopes just after an hour from landing! There is also an altiport in Courchevel, close to this property, where you may prefer to land your personal helicopter…

Source: RightMove

7 bedroom house for sale in Courchevel, French Alps, France (rightmove.co.uk)

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