Chalet Marie, Val d'Isere, France

Luxury Chalet Marie is one of the four 'Sisters' named after the owner's daughters. These luxury chalets are situated in a beautiful and quiet street on the estate of Les Fermes de Val in Val d'Isere. The four luxury chalets are in a great location within easy walking distance of the town-centre, even though the driver service is just a call away.

Inside Chalet Marie is best described as chalet-chic - a beautiful blend of reclaimed timber, natural stone, cosy soft furnishings and mod-cons that will make a stay all the more enjoyable. With four double/twin en-suite bedrooms, this luxury chalet sleeps 8 in extreme comfort and is perfect for both adults groups and families alike.

As you enter the property, you are greeted by the blue glow from the swimming pool in front of you and the authentic wooden ski-boot room on your left. The chalet's wellness area consists of a steam room and a lovely indoor swimming pool with a jet stream and a large arched window so that you can watch the snow fall outside as you stretch aching limbs with a swim before supper.

Walk up the curved staircase to the first floor and you will find the beautifully appointed master bedroom on the right. The luxurious en-suite bedroom has an ornate Moroccan wooden ceiling above the bed and a beautiful bathroom with separate walk-in shower and bath. Along the corridor are two more double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, full of wood and character. Rich red curtains drape the windows and warm the view.

Up another flight, the living area is to the right and dining to the left, and there is also access to a large balcony. Comfy sofas wrap the big wooden occasional table, and one wall is devoted to entertainment in the form of large flat screen TV with DVD, Xbox 360 and a small library of books. The open fireplace contributes to the mood and long windows stretch the length of the room offering views of the valley and peaks either side. The living area is where your dining experience begins, drinks and canapes are followed by dinner at the large table to the rear of the lounge.

On the top floor is where the fourth en-suite bedroom which is wonderfully intimate, under the eaves of the chalet, giving an authentic cosy feeling.

Val d'Isere is widely acclaimed to be one of the top resorts in the world, with one of the best snow records in Europe. Linked with neighbouring Tignes, there are over 300km of pistes, vast areas of off piste and skiing as high as 3,000m. Val d'Isere is home to some of the Alps most luxurious chalets, offering guests a truly 1st class service with gourmet food, indoor spas, hot tubs, and state of the art entertainment systems. Val d'Isere is also home to a bevy of luxurious 5 star hotels and gourmet restaurants such as the Michelin starred La Becca.