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Properties for sale in Portes du Soleil

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Chalet Rives de Dranse

For sale €695,000
4 Saint-Jean-d'Aulps 115 m²

Attractive chalet in a prime spot in the centre of St Jean d’Aulps in a quiet cul-de-sac. This smart detached chalet is spread over 3 floors, with 4 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The property is perfectly designed and functional and offers a beautiful open living area. From the front door, there is storage for coats and shoes. To the left, there is access straight into the single garage. On this ground floor there is one large bedroom with storage and a spacious family bathroom. There is also a practical utility room. Upstairs to the main living area, a very bright open plan living space with underfloor heating, a wood burning stove and direct access to a large wooden terrace and the garden. The equipped kitchen is integrated into the space and enjoys lovely views over the back garden. All the white goods are in excellent condition and were purchased in the last 3-5 years. There is a handy large storage cupboard in the lounge. The living area is very light thanks to multiple windows, all fitted with wooden shutters, including a large electric shutter for the main sliding door. This door opens onto an expansive and attractive decking area, which is fabulous for outside dining and relaxing. Provisions are already in place should you wish to install a hot tub. Upper floor, there are 3 lovely bedrooms, 2 of which have access onto a balcony, and a bathroom. The property sits within a pretty, well-maintained wrap-around garden. At the front, a smart, landscaped driveway and steps lead up to the main terrace which also wraps around the front of the property. Only a few minutes' walk to the village centre’s shops and amenities. Just 10 minutes drive from Morzine and the Portes du Soleil ski domain, you are perfectly located to enjoy the Vallée d’Aulps and surrounding areas.

Kerry Sullivan

Kerry Sullivan

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Chalet Cercle

For sale €1,100,000
5 Abondance 270 m²

Located in the beautiful and sunny hamlet of Cercle, just outside Abondance, this spacious chalet has been renovated to an exceptionally high standard. Offering generous accommodation, far-reaching mountain views and a peaceful setting, the property enjoys sunshine even during the winter months. With 176 m² of habitable space and over 270 m² of total usable space, the chalet combines contemporary alpine living with excellent outdoor space, including a beautifully maintained garden of 1,659 m². Key Features 5 double bedrooms 4 bathrooms, including 3 en-suite 176 m² of habitable space Over 270 m² of total usable space Exceptionally high standard of renovation Spacious open-plan living, dining and kitchen area Modern fitted kitchen Feature fireplace Large south-west-facing terrace of approximately 50 m² Wrap-around balcony Private balcony off the master bedroom Generous, well-maintained garden of 1,659 m² Spacious double garage Ski boot room Laundry room and workshop Far-reaching panoramic mountain views Quiet, sunny location Approximately 5 minutes by car to Abondance Easy access to the riverside walking and cycling path along the Dranse Layout Lower Ground Floor Spacious entrance hall Dedicated ski boot room Double bedroom with en-suite shower room Laundry room Workshop Spacious double garage Ground Floor Open-plan living, dining and kitchen area Modern fitted kitchen Feature fireplace Access to a large south-west-facing terrace of approximately 50 m² Wrap-around balcony Double bedroom with en-suite shower room First Floor Spacious master bedroom with private balcony and luxurious en-suite bathroom Two further double bedrooms Large, luxurious family bathroom Set in the sought-after hamlet of Cercle, this superb chalet offers an exceptional combination of quality, space, sunshine and tranquillity, while remaining just a short drive from the amenities of Abondance. With its generous garden, impressive terraces and easy access to the Dranse riverside path, it is an ideal family home or high-quality alpine holiday property.

Ed OCKELTON

Ed OCKELTON

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Chalet Roc d'Enfer

For sale €640,000
4 Saint-Jean-d'Aulps 180 m²

Whether you're an adventure seeker or simply yearning for a unique mountain retreat, prepare to be captivated by this chocolate-box chalet with one heck of a unique selling point! A jewel in the heart of the alpine grandeur, “ski to the door” takes on a whole new meaning! Imagine the joy of gliding effortlessly from your front door to the snow-covered slopes that await you; this seamless connection with the great outdoors makes every day an adventure, ensuring lasting memories and endless enjoyment. Accessing this enchanting getaway is an adventure in itself. During the winter months, embrace the thrill of hopping on a snowmobile for a swift and exhilarating journey, or cruise to the door on your skis. For the less adventurous, the chalet can be accessed by cable car and on foot. In the summer, a picturesque ascent via the alpine pastures in a sturdy 4x4 vehicle will lead you to your mountain paradise. For those seeking a more sedate arrival, the summer ski-lift offers a door-to-door service, and for a more vigorous approach, a 45 minute hike from the nearest tarmac road will bring you to your door. Embracing both romance and excitement, this chalet presents a unique opportunity for the new owner. For the past forty years, the property has been cherished as a beloved mountain restaurant – a place where locals and visitors alike have gathered to share stories of the day over a cosy fondue. Surrounded by winter wonderland, the chalet’s rustic charm and grandiose surroundings provide the perfect canvas for you to reimagine this space into a warm and welcoming retreat for you and your loved ones. Customize and shape this space to suit your vision, infusing it with your personal touch while maintaining the essence of its alpine history. To help you envision the possibilities, we have prepared a full 3D tour, allowing you to explore the chalet’s interiors and visualise how your dreams can come to life within these walls. The chalet boasts ample space to accommodate your dreams of an alpine lifestyle. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, there is plenty of room for family and guests. The professionally-equipped kitchen is ready to be the heart of your culinary creations, while the spacious lounge area, complete with a cosy wood-burning stove, invites relaxation and warmth after exhilarating days on the slopes. A legacy from the chalet’s days as a former restaurant, a large cellar of around 20m2 is perfect to set up your in-house ski workshop or to savour your private wine collection! Step onto the sprawling 100m2 terrace and be greeted by sweeping panoramas that will take your breath away. In the summer, nature unfolds before your eyes, offering an idyllic setting for al fresco dining, entertaining, or simply basking in the splendour of your surroundings. In the winter, enjoy the excitement of watching the world ski by in, and when night falls, turn it in to your own open-air dance floor under the stars. Party the night away, there is no-one here to hear you! Underneath the terrace, an additional 100m2 covered space awaits your imagination, providing potential for conversion into a solarium and spa to enhance your mountain experience. Don't miss the chance to claim this extraordinary chalet as your own. Let your dreams take flight in this alpine paradise, where adventure and tranquillity converge to create an unforgettable mountain lifestyle.

Kerry Sullivan

Kerry Sullivan

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Chalet Christiania

For sale €1,350,000
12 Saint-Jean-d'Aulps 321 m²

Chalet Christiania is a property of rare scale and character, located in one of the most sought-after and sunny neighbourhoods of Saint-Jean-d’Aulps. Offering an unusual combination of generous family living and genuine income potential, it would particularly suit buyers looking to create a new life in the mountains whilst retaining the flexibility of an established rental business. The property has been successfully operated as rental accommodation for many years, with substantial private owner’s accommodation completely separate from the guest areas. Its size and configuration would also make it particularly well suited to multi-generational living, offering plenty of space for an extended family whilst still allowing everyone a degree of independence. This expansive property has been meticulously upgraded from top to bottom and combines its original Alpine character with modern comfort. Improvements include double glazing throughout, recently decorated floors and walls, an updated kitchen and bathrooms. MAIN CHALET The main part of the chalet provides extensive accommodation arranged over several levels, with generous communal spaces designed to comfortably accommodate larger groups. The living areas are spacious and welcoming, with plenty of room for family and guests to gather together, whilst the numerous bedrooms and bathrooms provide the flexibility required for both private and rental use. OWNER’S DUPLEX A real strength of Christiania is the completely separate owner’s accommodation. This provides a generous private home alongside the main chalet and means that new owners could continue to operate the rental element of the property without compromising their own living space. Equally, this independent accommodation could be ideal for extended family, visiting friends or anyone wanting separate living areas within the same property. OUTSIDE SPACE The chalet benefits from a large garden and outdoor areas where guests and family can enjoy the mountain surroundings throughout the year. The property also has useful additional storage and garage space. Chalet Christiania offers a level of flexibility that is increasingly difficult to find in the valley. It could continue as an established rental business with substantial private accommodation, become an impressive family home, or provide the opportunity for new owners to combine a move to the Alps with an ongoing source of income. For buyers looking for space, independence and the possibility of creating an entirely new lifestyle in the mountains, Christiania represents a genuinely unusual opportunity.

Kerry Sullivan

Kerry Sullivan

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Chalet La Grotte aux Marmottes

For sale €655,000
4 Saint-Jean-d'Aulps 221 m²

Ideally located in the heart of the resort, this beautiful stone house combines authentic character, generous proportions and modern comfort. Ready to move into, the property benefits from excellent thermal inertia, making it comfortable throughout both the winter and summer months. One of the house’s key features is its flexibility. It can be enjoyed as one spacious family home, or adapted to create two separate apartments, offering excellent rental potential. The upper floor already benefits from its own independent access. The property currently offers approximately 145 m² of habitable space, with a further 75 m² of additional area still available to be developed. On the garden level, there is a welcoming living area with an open-plan kitchen and wood-burning stove, together with several bedrooms and a shower room. Upstairs, the house offers a spacious principal bedroom suite, additional living areas and a large barn space that could be further converted, giving the property considerable potential to evolve. One of the property’s greatest assets is its outside space, which is particularly rare for a house located in the heart of the resort. Set on a 627 m² building plot with a south-west exposure, it benefits from a private garden, large sunny terraces and a traditional mazot. Heating is provided by a wood-burning stove and electric radiators, and the property is connected to mains drainage. All of the resort’s amenities are just a few steps away, including bars, restaurants, grocery shops and ski rental stores. The main slope passes directly in front of the property, making it easy to reach the gondola and the ski area. Saint-Jean-d’Aulps is a friendly and welcoming resort, with beautiful skiing around the impressive Roc d’Enfer. A small ice rink and regular events throughout the winter season add to the lively atmosphere of the resort. Morzine is less than a 10-minute drive away and can also be reached by ski bus, providing easy access to the wider Portes du Soleil ski area. A rare property offering excellent potential as a main residence, holiday home or rental investment, with considerable scope for further development.

Kerry Sullivan

Kerry Sullivan

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Chalet La Touvière

For sale €895,000
5 Le Biot 230 m²

This very attractive chalet offers 300 m² of total space, including 230 m² of beautifully presented habitable accommodation, and sits on a generous 1,903 m² buildable plot in one of Le Biot's sought-after sunny hamlets. Built in 1998 and arranged over three levels, the chalet's two upper floors have been beautifully renovated with great taste and attention to detail. The heart of the home is the fabulous kitchen, complete with a practical pantry, which opens onto a bright and spacious living and dining area centred around a feature fireplace. Large picture windows flood the room with natural light while framing uninterrupted views across the valley. The chalet offers five bedrooms in total, including a self-contained one-bedroom apartment on the garden level, along with three bathrooms, an office and a TV room, providing plenty of flexibility for family living or welcoming guests. The top floor is currently undergoing renovation, with the works due to be completed before the sale. On the garden level, alongside the apartment, you'll find two garages, a ski room and a utility room. Outside, a balcony and the incredible garden provide plenty of space to relax and entertain, while several additional parking spaces add further convenience. Facing south-west, the chalet enjoys sunshine throughout the day. With generous living space, a flexible layout and beautiful open views, it is equally suited as a family home or a holiday retreat. Le Biot is a wonderful village with a strong sense of community, particularly for families. It has a great local school, a hotel with a bar and restaurant, Fat Tom's delicatessen, a ski shop, and a takeaway pizza restaurant. And let's not forget the new boulangerie next to the Alpage, which sells delicious local produce.

Kerry Sullivan

Kerry Sullivan

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Chalet Loup

For sale €660,000
4 Saint-Jean-d'Aulps 133 m²

Spacious 4-bedroom semi-detached chalet with garden and terraces in Saint-Jean-d’Aulps Set in a quiet and sought-after residential area of Saint-Jean-d’Aulps, this attractive semi-detached chalet offers around 133 m² of living space arranged over three levels, together with a private garden and two terraces. Built in 2006, the property is bright, spacious and well laid out, making it ideal as either a family home or a comfortable mountain retreat. The ground floor offers a practical and versatile space with ski storage, a games room, laundry room, built-in storage and a first bedroom, ideal for guests or older children. The main living level is the heart of the chalet, with a generous open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, excellent natural light and a high ceiling. A wood-burning insert adds warmth and character, while direct access to the terraces and garden makes the space particularly enjoyable in the warmer months. This floor also includes a further bedroom with terrace access and a separate WC. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms, including a master bedroom with en suite bathroom, along with a second shower room. Outside, the chalet benefits from the private use of a garden of approximately 425 m² and two terraces, providing plenty of space for outdoor dining, children, pets or simply enjoying the peaceful setting. A spacious and practical property offering excellent indoor and outdoor living in Saint-Jean-d’Aulps, with plenty of potential as a main residence or second home.

Kerry Sullivan

Kerry Sullivan

For sale

Chalet Le Jotty

For sale €179,000
2 La Vernaz 39 m²

This charming 2 bedroom chalet is located mid-way between the shores of Lake Geneva and the internationally renowned ski resorts of the Portes du Soleil. The nearest major ski slopes and the closest lakeside beaches are each around 20 minutes’ drive away. The property is situated in the hamlet of le Jotty, home to the famous “Pont du Diable” river gorge, a popular tourist attraction. This allows for very easy access to all of the activities of the area in both summer and winter, but note that the property sits right on the main road linking Morzine to Thonon and Lake Geneva. The chalet was entirely renovated in 2010, with the bathroom even more recently refurbished, and the chalet is in great condition throughout. Although relatively small, it is very charming! Entering by the front door, at garden level, the property opens straight into the main living area. The living area is open-plan, with dining area, and kitchen to the rear. Completing this floor is the modern bathroom, with large walk-in shower, vanity unit and WC. Upstairs, removable steps lead to the mezzanine floor. This area is limited in head height, but offers a large surface area, creating a comfortable double bedroom. Downstairs, completing the property is a very spacious double bedroom with tiled floor. Outside, there is a good sized garden, which is flat and mostly laid to lawn. With a bit of thought and attention, this outside space could be transformed into a lovely garden with a patio or terrace, veggie patch or greenhouse. The land is in a constructible zone, so a garden shed or more substantial construction would not be out of the question. Completing the property is a walk-in storage unit with roller shutter. Note that this store-room is located a street level, close to passing traffic. In the immediate area, there is a café, bar and restaurant, with more substantial amenities either 10 minutes away in St Jean d’Aulps, or 20 minute away in Thonon. Geneva International Airport is around an hour away.

Kerry Sullivan

Kerry Sullivan

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Chalet Les Fleurs des Montagnes

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4 Châtel 83 m²

If you are looking for a chalet with some of the best views and sunshine in Chatel, then you should definitely visit Chalet Les Fleurs des Montagnes. Located in the sought after Petit Chatel area of the village, the chalet’s elevation and SW aspect guarantee far reaching views and sunshine all day. Arranged over three floors, the chalet comprises; On the ground floor, entrance with storage space, laundry room, 2 bedrooms, shower room, separate WC. On the main floor, an open plan living/dining area with fireplace, access to the balcony and terrace, and a fully equipped kitchen. On the first floor, 2 bedrooms with balcony and a family bathroom. The chalet is in excellent condition throughout and is ready to go. It benefits from an exterior parking space, garage and a ski locker. Access from the parking area is via some steps (some of which are covered).

Ed OCKELTON

Ed OCKELTON

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Domaine de l'Ardoise, Chalet G1

For sale €710,000
3 Morzine 89 m²

La Domaine de l’Ardoise is a super new-build programme of mixed residences set in a delightfully sunny spot not far from Morzine and all that the village has to offer. The first phase of the programme will see the creation of seven gorgeous chalets, each with its own private terrace and garden in landscaped surroundings. More specifically, three 5-bedroom detached properties are available, each with a private garage, and there are also four semi-detached properties of either three or four bedrooms. The chalets range in price from €700 000 for a three-bedroom, two bathroom semi-detached chalet with a surface area of 88m2, up to €1 330 000 for a detached five bedroom, 4 bathroom property with a surface area of 150m2. The price of each chalet is “key-in-hand”, and includes all flooring, wall finishes, and fully fitted kitchens and bathrooms. Within the purchase, price, the developer offers a wide choice of tiles, flooring, and kitchen styles, so you have the chance to personalise your chalet according to your own tastes. In addition to base and wall units, each kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, oven, induction hob, extractor hood, and combined fridge-freezer. You can also choose from a wide range of kitchen worktops and splashbacks. Each chalet has a private terrace and one or more balconies with views across the valley - perfect for enjoying the tranquillity of the mountains over an evening aperitif or family meal. The interiors are well-designed with large windows to let in maximum light and make the most of the amazing views. The exterior of the chalets is an extremely attractive wood and traditional plaster finish, and the surrounding land will be landscaped to provide walkways and footpaths between the properties and down to the main road. Built to an elegant design with high quality, low-maintenance materials, Domaine de l’Ardoise, in its quiet and sunny setting, will be the ideal combination of traditional style and modern mountain living! On a practical note, four of the chalets have a private garage, and buyers of those without may choose to purchase a separate garage in the basement of the neighbouring apartment block for an additional €30,000. Outside on-street parking is also provided, as well as parking between the individual chalets. Chalet G1 is a delightful semi-detached three-bedroom chalet with a small garden. On the ground floor, the entranceway is home to a guest WC and laundry room, and leads through into a spacious open-plan living area of 33m2, with fully equipped kitchen. Patio doors lead from the living room onto a patio and small garden area. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, one with an en suite shower room and two that share a family bathroom with bathtub, and a separate WC. Two of the bedrooms have direct access onto the balcony. Chalet G1 has a total surface area of 88.78m2. The advantages of buying off-plan are numerous: new-build purchases benefit from reduced stamp duty (approx 2.5% of purchase price instead of approx 7.5%), representing a significant saving. Payments are also staged throughout the build as work progresses, so you can spread the cost over a period of time. Finally, new-builds are covered by a number of guarantees, both financial and structural, so you are fully protected from the moment you sign the reservation contract, until 10 years after completion. Naturally, buying new also means that the construction will be up to the latest environmental and insulation norms, ensuring that the property is inexpensive to run and kind to the planet. Construction is underway.

Marie-Anne Denicolo

Marie-Anne Denicolo

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Domaine de l'Ardoise, Chalet H1

For sale €690,000
3 Morzine 89 m²

La Domaine de l’Ardoise is a super new-build programme of mixed residences set in a delightfully sunny spot not far from Morzine and all that the village has to offer. The first phase of the programme will see the creation of seven gorgeous chalets, each with its own private terrace and garden in landscaped surroundings. More specifically, three 5-bedroom detached properties are available, each with a private garage, and there are also four semi-detached properties of either three or four bedrooms. The chalets range in price from €700 000 for a three-bedroom, two bathroom semi-detached chalet with a surface area of 88m2, up to €1 330 000 for a detached five bedroom, 4 bathroom property with a surface area of 150m2. The price of each chalet is “key-in-hand”, and includes all flooring, wall finishes, and fully fitted kitchens and bathrooms. Within the purchase, price, the developer offers a wide choice of tiles, flooring, and kitchen styles, so you have the chance to personalise your chalet according to your own tastes. In addition to base and wall units, each kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, oven, induction hob, extractor hood, and combined fridge-freezer. You can also choose from a wide range of kitchen worktops and splashbacks. Each chalet has a private terrace and one or more balconies with views across the valley - perfect for enjoying the tranquillity of the mountains over an evening aperitif or family meal. The interiors are well-designed with large windows to let in maximum light and make the most of the amazing views. The exterior of the chalets is an extremely attractive wood and traditional plaster finish, and the surrounding land will be landscaped to provide walkways and footpaths between the properties and down to the main road. Built to an elegant design with high quality, low-maintenance materials, Domaine de l’Ardoise, in its quiet and sunny setting, will be the ideal combination of traditional style and modern mountain living! On a practical note, four of the chalets have a private garage, and buyers of those without may choose to purchase a separate garage in the basement of the neighbouring apartment block for an additional €30,000. Outside on-street parking is also provided, as well as parking between the individual chalets. Chalet H1 is a delightful semi-detached three-bedroom chalet with a small garden. On the ground floor, the entranceway is home to a guest WC and laundry room, and leads through into a spacious open-plan living area of 33m2, with fully equipped kitchen. Patio doors lead from the living room onto a patio and small garden area. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, one with an en suite shower room and two that share a family bathroom with bathtub, and a separate WC. Two of the bedrooms have direct access onto the balcony. Chalet H1 has a total surface area of 88.78m2. The advantages of buying off-plan are numerous: new-build purchases benefit from reduced stamp duty (approx 2.5% of purchase price instead of approx 7.5%), representing a significant saving. Payments are also staged throughout the build as work progresses, so you can spread the cost over a period of time. Finally, new-builds are covered by a number of guarantees, both financial and structural, so you are fully protected from the moment you sign the reservation contract, until 10 years after completion. Naturally, buying new also means that the construction will be up to the latest environmental and insulation norms, ensuring that the property is inexpensive to run and kind to the planet. Construction is underway.

Marie-Anne Denicolo

Marie-Anne Denicolo

For sale

Domaine de l'Ardoise, Chalet H2

For sale €870,000
4 Morzine 118 m²

La Domaine de l’Ardoise is a super new-build programme of mixed residences set in a delightfully sunny spot not far from Morzine and all that the village has to offer. The first phase of the programme will see the creation of seven gorgeous chalets, each with its own private terrace and garden in landscaped surroundings. More specifically, three 5-bedroom detached properties are available, each with a private garage, and there are also four semi-detached properties of either three or four bedrooms. The chalets range in price from €700 000 for a three-bedroom, two bathroom semi-detached chalet with a surface area of 88m2, up to €1 330 000 for a detached five bedroom, 4 bathroom property with a surface area of 150m2. The price of each chalet is “key-in-hand”, and includes all flooring, wall finishes, and fully fitted kitchens and bathrooms. Within the purchase, price, the developer offers a wide choice of tiles, flooring, and kitchen styles, so you have the chance to personalise your chalet according to your own tastes. In addition to base and wall units, each kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, oven, induction hob, extractor hood, and combined fridge-freezer. You can also choose from a wide range of kitchen worktops and splashbacks. Each chalet has a private terrace and one or more balconies with views across the valley - perfect for enjoying the tranquillity of the mountains over an evening aperitif or family meal. The interiors are well-designed with large windows to let in maximum light and make the most of the amazing views. The exterior of the chalets is an extremely attractive wood and traditional plaster finish, and the surrounding land will be landscaped to provide walkways and footpaths between the properties and down to the main road. Built to an elegant design with high quality, low-maintenance materials, Domaine de l’Ardoise, in its quiet and sunny setting, will be the ideal combination of traditional style and modern mountain living! On a practical note, four of the chalets have a private garage, and buyers of those without may choose to purchase a separate garage in the basement of the neighbouring apartment block for an additional €30,000. Outside on-street parking is also provided, as well as parking between the individual chalets. Chalet H2 is a delightful semi-detached four-bedroom chalet. On the ground floor, the entranceway is home to a guest WC, and leads through into a spacious open-plan living area of almost 35m2, with fully equipped kitchen. Patio doors lead from the living room onto the large 11.5m2 balcony. Upstairs on the first floor, there are three bedrooms, one with an en suite shower room and two that share a family bathroom with bathtub and WC. Two of the bedrooms have direct access onto the balcony. On the second floor, there is a further bedroom and a bathroom with bathtub and WC, as well as an attic space. Chalet H2 has a total surface area of 118.16m2. The advantages of buying off-plan are numerous: new-build purchases benefit from reduced stamp duty (approx 2.5% of purchase price instead of approx 7.5%), representing a significant saving. Payments are also staged throughout the build as work progresses, so you can spread the cost over a period of time. Finally, new-builds are covered by a number of guarantees, both financial and structural, so you are fully protected from the moment you sign the reservation contract, until 10 years after completion. Naturally, buying new also means that the construction will be up to the latest environmental and insulation norms, ensuring that the property is inexpensive to run and kind to the planet. Construction is underway.

Marie-Anne Denicolo

Marie-Anne Denicolo

The Portes du Soleil area is located in the Haute-Savoie department of the French Alps, on the border between France and Switzerland. It links 13 resorts on a single lift pass, spread across the French side and the Swiss Alps beyond. The French resorts lie within easy access of the city of Geneva and Lake Geneva, roughly an hour to an hour and a quarter away by car. Property here is bought as a primary home, a holiday base or an investment to let.

The Portes du Soleil ski area

With around 650 km of pistes, close to 400 miles, this is one of the largest linked ski areas in the Alps. A single pass covers all of it. On the Swiss side the linked resorts include Champéry and Morgins, and the main circuit can be skied as a loop between the two countries. For an owner, a property in one French resort reaches the whole area on snow, without moving the car from one resort to the next.

The lower villages depend more on each winter's snowfall than the higher resorts, so conditions through the winter months vary across the area. The higher stations hold snow more reliably.

A year-round destination

The area works in summer as much as winter. When the snow goes the lifts and trails stay open for hiking and mountain biking, and the rivers around Morzine are used for rafting. Les Gets and Morzine run lift-served bike parks through the summer. These summer activities sit alongside the ski season rather than replacing it, with a single summer pass covering the lifts that stay open and marked walking trails running between the villages.

Water is part of what brings people in the warmer months. The resort lakes and outdoor swimming pools open through summer, and some of the higher-end chalets have a private pool.

Property in Portes du Soleil

Property across the area runs from old farmhouses through individual chalets to new-build apartments, and most properties sit in or close to the resort villages. What comes up for sale depends heavily on the resort. Sizes run from one-bedroom apartments to chalets with several bedrooms and a good deal of living space. Older farmhouses often come as renovation projects, while the new-build stock is sold ready to move into.

Morzine

Morzine is the largest resort in the area, a working town of around 3,000 residents rather than a purpose-built station. It sits at around 1,000 m, about 3,280 ft, low enough to live in year-round and high enough for a long winter season. Shops and restaurants stay open in the village centre through the year. Property runs to large individual chalets and duplex penthouses, with a smaller stock of apartments.

Les Gets

Les Gets stands at 1,172 m, about 3,845 ft, a little above Morzine. It keeps a stock of traditional Savoyard farmhouses alongside modern chalets built close to the slopes.

Avoriaz

Avoriaz was built in 1966 as a car-free, ski-in/ski-out resort, so its property is almost all apartments with very few chalets. The buildings sit directly on the snow, which suits buyers who want to step from the door onto the pistes.

Châtel

Châtel is a working village of around 1,300 residents, smaller and quieter than Morzine, towards the eastern edge of the French side. It holds a mix of older property and modern chalets, and keeps its own shops and amenities. It sits at the head of the Abondance valley, the home of Abondance cheese, and draws fewer crowds than the western resorts.

St Jean d'Aulps and La Chapelle d'Abondance

The quieter outer villages are the lower-priced way into the area. St Jean d'Aulps and neighbouring Le Biot lie in the Vallée d'Aulps below Morzine; La Chapelle d'Abondance sits in the Abondance valley beyond Châtel. They give access to the same ski area at lower prices than the headline resorts, and have a more residential feel, lived in across the year rather than only in season.

St Jean d'Aulps is known for the ruins of its 12th-century abbey, and the valley keeps a working, farmed character.

New-build and energy-efficient homes

New developments come up across the valley, and buyers who commit early can often choose finishes and layout before a build completes. They tend to follow a traditional Savoyard style rather than going up as plain modern blocks. New apartments commonly come with a balcony or terrace; new chalets with a garden and garage.

Energy ratings now shape what buyers want. Every French home carries a DPE (Diagnostic de Performance Énergétique), the national energy rating, and demand has moved towards modern, better-insulated property. For older homes the consequence is direct: a poor rating means higher heating costs and, often, a property that is harder to let.

The Portes du Soleil property market

Chalets for sale in Portes du Soleil vary in price greatly depending on size and location, and the largest chalets in Morzine can pass millions of euros. Apartments start well below the chalet range, and a renovated older chalet can sit anywhere within it depending on its condition.

Three things move a price more than any other: altitude, how close the property sits to a lift, and the standing of the resort. A prime location within walking distance of a main lift carries a premium over something a short drive out.

Demand across the area has been steady, and high-end chalets in Châtel and the outer valleys have appreciated over time. Where access and snow are reliable, prices look likely to hold.

Investment and rental potential

The two seasons are what make the rental case. Tourist demand runs through both winter and summer, so a property can be let across much of the year rather than for a single season, and an owner is not tied to the ski weeks alone. Rental yields here have held up well.

Some owners use a leaseback arrangement, letting the property to a management company in return for rental income, with personal use of the property then limited to set periods.

Catered chalets and ski-in apartments fill most readily in winter, while the lakes and bike trails carry the summer bookings.

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