Châtel Spirit

The indoor sauna, with its views over snow-dusted forest, is reason enough to love this apartment in Châtel – step in after a day on the slopes and let the cold world disappear. But it's not the only thing that caught our eye. A cinema snug makes evenings just as compelling as the days on the mountain, and the panoramas from the balcony speak for themselves. Three minutes from the Linga gondola and with direct access to the Portes du Soleil, the skiing credentials are hard to argue with. In summer, the Pré-la-Joux bike park is minutes away – this is truly a four-season base.

Home truths:
* The apartment is on the second floor with no lift, so you'll be carrying luggage, ski equipment, and shopping up the stairs on arrival and departure.
* The village centre of Châtel – with its cafes, shops, and restaurants – is around a ten-minute drive away, so you'll want a car for evenings out or grocery runs. Parking is provided.
* If you're travelling with a baby, your host can provide a cot. Make sure to request it ahead of arrival.
* A complimentary mid-stay cleaning service is included for stays of 14 nights or more.