Abricot, Val Thorens, France

• Ski in/Ski out
• All Rooms ensuite
• Package holidays including flights from the UK
• Fully catered chalet
• Internet access

Chalets Cerise, Abricot and Clementine are situated in the Balcons 5 building. This position offers excellent access to the skiing, just 25 metres (approx) from the piste. The Plein Sud lift goes straight past the complex and competent skiers can enjoy the convenience of skiing practically to the door in good conditions. For beginners the shuttle bus stops right outside reception for access to the other lifts. The shops and lively bars and restaurants of Val Thorens are just a short walk away. For guests’ convenience there are 2 restaurants, a bar offering snacks, a ski hire shop and a mini market within the complex.

This chalet apartment is at the top of the resort of Val Thorens, offering excellent views across the valley. The décor is typically alpine in style with spacious open living/dining areas, wood burning stoves and Satellite TV. All rooms enjoy the bonus of en suite facilities, most with their own Jacuzzi bath. Guests staying in these chalets will also be able to use the new infinity pool with fabulous views over the Val Thorens Valley in addition to gym facilities. Also available within the complex will be beauty and well being treatments payable locally for you to enjoy. (Completion of pool complex is expected by Dec/Jan 2010/11).

Ground Floor:

Ski storage

First Floor:

Room 1 = twin with jacuzzi bath, WC and balcony

Open-plan kitchen/living/dining area with wood burning stove, satellite TV and balcony

Second Floor:

Rooms 2 – 4 = 3 twins with Jacuzzi bath, WC and balcony

Third Floor:

Rooms 5 – 7 = 3 twins with Jacuzzi bath, WC and balcony

Food matters a lot to us and we take great care in planning and creating our delicious menus. They are designed to give you what your body needs for active days on the mountain.

- We believe it is important to use fresh local produce whenever we can

- Our mouth-watering dishes are cooked from scratch and freshly prepared

- We continue to offer FREE unlimited wine until coffee and there is also the opportunity to upgrade your wine at dinner

A hearty breakfast

Begin your ski day with fresh bread, a choice of preserves, cereals, porridge, yoghurts, fresh fruit, fruit juice and unlimited tea and coffee, PLUS a simple cooked option of eggs and one other hot item.

On your return from the slopes

A freshly baked cake or biscuits with tea and coffee awaits…..

In the evening

Enjoy a delicious freshly cooked 3 course meal with unlimited wine until coffee on 6 out of 7 nights.

We also provide bath, hand towels and soap.

Example menu

-Mascarpone fondue

- Confit of duck with garlic and orange jus

- Gratin Dauphinoise

- Carrot ribbons and broccoli florettes

- Chickpea fritters with garlic and orange jus (vegetarian option)

-Citrus apple tart with lemon syllabub

Chalet Plus

Enhance your stay at one of our chalets with Chalet Plus. If you take the whole chalet, for just £39 per person per week you can enjoy the kinds of extras that help make your stay that little bit more luxurious. Added to our normal delicious fare, you will enjoy:

- Aperitif and nibbles

- Enhanced breakfast

- Delicious 4 course evening meal including regional cheeseboard

- Fresh fruit bowl throughout your stay

Or perhaps you may only be partial to one or two of the little luxuries above - no problem. Just call one of our sales team on 020 8313 3999 who would be happy to add on individual elements of our Chalet Plus package plus other extras such as mid-week towel changes.

Packed Lunches

If you've still got room for lunch after our hearty breakfast, we can help you avoid the queues and expensive mountain restaurants with a packed lunch, freshly made that morning by your chalet host. Available in our European chalets and Ski Lodges for either 3 or 5 days, it includes a sandwich, piece of fruit, carton of juice, cereal bar and packet of crisps. Priced at £15 for 3 days and £25 for 5 days, who needs to worry about blowing the budget?

The Wine Collection

New for the 2011/2012 season, we have introduced our Wine Menu - a collection of carefully chosen mixed wine cases ranging from local specialities to the Connoisseurs collection.

Fancy some Fizz

Got something to celebrate, or just feel like treating yourself? We can provide the Champagne to do it in style. Priced at just £25 a bottle, it will be delivered to your room, served chilled with 2 glasses ready for you to enjoy.

Or why not pull out all the stops with a bottle of Vintage Champagne at £39 a bottle?