Chalet Belvédère
Chalet Belvédère is a striking contemporary chalet designed entirely around its exceptional outlook, enjoying spectacular and uninterrupted views over the Giffre Valley, the surrounding mountain ranges, and as far as Mont Blanc. Built in 2008, the property sits in a peaceful position in Verchaix on a generous total land area of 1781 m² and combines bold architecture with modern, energy-efficient systems. Every level has been carefully designed to maximise natural light, space, and the remarkable panoramic scenery, creating a home that feels both expansive and closely connected to its alpine environment. The chalet offers 260 m² of habitable space and is arranged as three fully independent residential units, providing exceptional flexibility for family use, guest accommodation, or established rental income. Although the chalet is laid out as separate units, solutions exist to allow a future buyer to create internal stairwells and transform the property into one stunning three-storey property. The upper level is dedicated to a spacious duplex apartment. It comprises an entrance hall leading to an open-plan kitchen, dining area, and living room centred around a suspended fireplace, with direct access to a large terrace and balcony that fully embrace the views. This level also includes a double bedroom, a bathroom with both shower and bath, a separate WC, and a dedicated office space. A former garage has been converted into a practical storage and laundry area. Also on this level are a double garage with a storage mezzanine and two covered exterior parking spaces. The intermediate level houses a second independent apartment. This apartment features an entrance, an open-plan living and dining area with a wood-burning stove and access to a large terrace, an open kitchen, a double bedroom, a second double bedroom with a bunk-bed area, a further double bedroom with an internal window, a shower room, a separate WC, and a pantry or utility room. On the same level, with its own private entrance, is an independent studio. The studio comprises a shower room with separate WC, a living space with a double bed and bunk beds, a kitchenette, a lounge area with a wood-burning stove, a dining area, and access to a private terrace. The lower level of the chalet is dedicated to technical and practical spaces, including a technical room, a cellar, and a laundry area. From an ecological and energy-efficiency perspective, the property is particularly well equipped. Heating is provided by a high-performance combined system incorporating solar panels, a heat-exchange pump, and a Canadian well geothermal system, ensuring excellent thermal comfort while limiting energy consumption. The chalet also benefits from electric shutters throughout, further enhancing insulation, comfort, and security. The exterior of the property has been comprehensively upgraded, with all exterior woodwork recently sandblasted and retreated, the masonry façades fully repainted in 2025, and the driveway and pathways resurfaced. As a result, the chalet is presented in excellent condition throughout and is entirely turnkey, ready to be occupied immediately without the need for further works. With its multiple independent living spaces, generous terraces, strong ecological credentials, ample parking including a motorhome-sized garage, and commanding panoramic views, Chalet Belvédère is a rare and versatile property that successfully combines comfort, functionality, and sustainability in one of the Giffre Valley’s most desirable settings.
Shane Cunningham
