Meribel Snow

Ski-in/ski-out access in the Three Valleys is a strong start, but this Méribel apartment layers a great deal on top of it. After a day on the slopes, you can retreat to a cedar-lined sauna, swim lengths in the indoor pool, or simply settle into the forest-facing living room while the pines outside do their work. The wellness offering – salt grotto, hammam, ice fountain, cryo suite – is a real winner, and a seven-days-a-week concierge handles everything from ski pass delivery to booking an in-home chef, so very little is left to chance.

Home truths:
* While one bathroom isn't photographed, expect the style and quality to be consistent with the rest of the home.
* The third bedroom sleeps four in two bunk beds – well suited to children but a tighter fit for adult guests travelling together.
* If you're travelling with young children, your host can provide a cot and high chair. You'll need to request these in advance.
* You'll have access to the on-site swimming pool, spa, and lounge bar here. They're shared with the building's other residents.
* The resort offers a private shuttle service for getting around the local area. You can also use the free Meribus shuttle, which covers the entire valley.