Stress free ski with Eurostar and The Private Chalet Company
We all dream of an easy route to a stress-free ski holiday - and the combination of The Private Chalet Company in Sainte Foy and Eurostar offers just that. Forget lengthy trips to the airport and waiting on baggage collection, in less than 8 hours you can be on the slopes without leaving the ground by taking the high-speed ski train into the heart of the French Alps. Be whisked overnight from London St.Pancras directly to Bourg St. Maurice, waking up refreshed to a welcome of champagne and canapés at your chalet of choice.
Famous for its quiet runs, well-groomed pistes and off-piste skiing, Sainte Foy is only around a 20 minute transfer from Bourg St. Maurice. It is an excellent destination for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities in the midst of the Tarentaise Valley; an area of breathtaking natural beauty. From their base in Sainte Foy The Private Chalet Company can offer you escorted skiing not only in Sainte Foy but in the resorts of Tignes, Val D'Isere, Les Arcs, La Rosiere and La Thuile in Italy.
The Private Chalet Company's owners, Steven and Nuala, have over 25 years of experience in the service industry and are truly dedicated to giving guests a memorable, stress-free stay. Each of the four catered chalets - Jacques, Shanti Jacqueline and the latest addition Panoramic - showcase exceptional accommodation and they are suitable for singles and groups of up to 18 people. Honesty bars, hot tubs, sauna's luxurious interiors and free Wi-Fi are just some of the perks of these beautiful chalets.
Guests will also be treated to a sumptuous menu of meals and snacks to propel you down the slopes. Having taken courses' at Raymond Blanc's Michelin starred 'Le Manoir aux Quat' Saison', Steven and Nuala's chefs provide the best in French and internationally inspired cuisine throughout your stay. After a hard day skiing you can enjoy an afternoon tea of delicious home made cakes and warming drinks, followed by an evening meal of 3 to 5 courses served with fine wines.
Steven and Nuala's attention to detail eliminates all of those holiday hassles - from contacting guests prior to arrival to determine food preferences or allergies, to delivering your ski boots to your door to save you waiting in long queues. These personal touches also include ski-hosting and taking experienced skiers where no one else goes. Some thrill-seeking off-piste adventures can also be experienced in their off piste weeks with a mountain guide. Sainte Foy is renowned for being the destination of choice for instructors on their days off from nearby Tignes and Val D'Isere, so you will be in excellent company.
Relax with a choice of massages or beauty treatments that can be arranged for you at your own chalet to pummel out any little knots, or make your skin glow, before you sit down to dinner or indulge in some après ski drinks. If you would prefer to take part in some non-skiing activities, those on offer include amazing winter walks, snowshoeing, dog sledding and parapenting.
The Eurostar ski trains run from 17 December 2011 to 14 April 2012 from St Pancras International or Ashford International directly to Bourg-St-Maurice. Return prices start from £149 Standard Class and £100 for children, for timetables and other fares please visit eurostar.com.
For more information, visit theprivatechaletcompany.com.
