Les Arcs 1800: chalet - Les Arcs 1800

Very nice property, close to everything

The cabin is a warm, well appointed traditional cabin behind and hemmed in by a developing complex above Arc1800. The accommodation is well fitted out and very comfortable. Whilst the difficulty of access for luggage etc. is well described in the advertising, it is not ski-in ski-out (but may well be when the complex in front completes). The lower score was given for two reasons: 1. The path up goes past the building site infront. Melting snow from its roof drips onto the path making it dangerously icy 2. Expecting guests to do a high standand of cleaning to get back the deposit is onerous, and made difficult by the lack of proper cleaning cloths. Kitchen paper does not do the job.

The property is in a really quite unique position. It is hidden away and feels very isolated, but at the same time is next to Les Arcs 1800, a 2 minute walk which is a bustling ski resort. It is brilliant for access to mountain walks and ski lifts and everything the busy Les Arcs has to offer (there is a free gondola down to 1800). We hardly used our car for the week, and got very fit! The property is an old mountain house and cannot be described as spacious, with an open plan downstairs served by a rather primitive kitchen, and then three small rooms upstairs each with an ensuite (which is a treat). There are six single beds, two in each room. As you have to bring your own bed linen (and towels), this is a bit of bind, and when you pull two together, they are not a standard double size, so you need to have the right size sheets (we didn't..). To note you also have to clean the property, or pay a small fee when you depart. There is also no welcome pack so if you are arriving late be sure to have food with you or pre plan to eat out. The outside spaces which can be accessed at both levels are lovely and provide gorgeous views of the Mont Blanc range if the cloud has lifted. It was possible to sit outside in complete isolation (despite actually being near to Les Arcs) and soak up these views. For an active holiday where you want to get out and about, but enjoy your own space this is a perfect property.