*A MINIMUM TWO WEEK BOOKING IS REQUIRED OVER THE NEW YEAR PERIOD*

Chalet Lauenen is the spectacular new luxury Chalet in Launen, Gstaad just a five minute drive from the main promenade. Nestling among farmland pastures its location is idyllic and ensures maximum privacy for the most discerning client. Combined with breath taking panoramic views which can be seen from all aspects of the chalet, this is the ultimate alpine home.

Recently completed in 2013 the chalet is a sensitive blend of traditional alpine materials with the latest contemporary design. Rich fabrics, wooden beams and sumptuous furnishings are throughout the property with attention to detail at its finest. Spread over 600m2 on four floors the use of space is exceptional providing numerous relaxation and entertainment areas all with the latest modern comforts.

You enter the chalet on the ground floor which is the main sleeping floor. Here you will find the impressive master bedroom which has a traditional Swedish stove and en-suite bathroom with separate rain shower. Further bedrooms on this floor include another double bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a bunk room sleeping 2 which has an en-suite shower room. Also on this floor there is a wonderful play room with plenty of games for the children as well as a foosball table. The ski room with heated warmers is just near the entrance of the chalet as well as a guest toilet.

Moving upstairs you will find the extensive living and entertainment areas. The grand sitting room is luxurious and sophisticated. A large open fire place is the main feature of the room, guests can sink into the sumptuous sofas or relax with a glass of champagne on the fur covered day beds. The less formal day room next door is bright and spacious with a wonderful bay window which looks out onto the idyllic pastures surrounding the chalet. The beautiful farmhouse inspired kitchen overlooks the day room and can be closed off for maximum privacy.

Dinner is served in the elegant dining room which can sit 14 people comfortably. An office is also situated on this floor.

A beautiful staircase leads the way to the cinema room, which overlooks the main sitting room high in the eaves. Sink into the comfy seating or relax on a day bed whilst watching the latest

films. Chalet Lauenen has the latest audio and visual systems throughout ensuring a wonderful ambiance. The theatre room enjoys a 70” high definition screen, Dolby surround sound and an extensive library of movies. Apple TV and the xbox provide endless entertainment and there is a Sonos sound system with 20M worth of music wired throughout the chalet controllable from iPad and smartphone.

The lower ground floor is home to the exceptional spa and wellness area. After a hard day on the slopes guests can sit back and relax on the day beds whilst dipping in and out of the waterfall showers, sauna, steam room and plunge pool. There is a wood burning fire, gym and outdoor relaxation space with river view. Also on this floor is a delightful twin bedroom and guest suite. The twin bedroom has an en-suite shower room and the guest suite is made up of a double bedroom, beautifully designed separate, children’s bunk room sleeping four. These share a contemporary en-suite bathroom.

The chalet is sold on a self-catered or fully catered basis. The fully catered service includes a professional chef, two hosts and a daily dedicated driver service. Food and alcohol is an additional charge plus 10%.

Location:

• 5 Minutes drive to Gstaad.

• 3 minutes to Lauenen.

Transportation:

• Airports

Bern is just 1.30 hours away by car and three hours by rail and has connected flights from London City airport.

Geneva and Zurich are both similar distances away and can be reached in approximately three hours by both car and rail.

• Transfers

A mini bus, taxi, or chauffeur-driven service from your chosen airport to your place.

Private Geneva airport transfers available including the Happybus from Geneva and Shuttle direct from Zurich.

• Rail

Approximately 17 hours to travel from London to Gstaad through railway.

• Self-driving

If you're planning to drive to the resort, please make sure to contact us to inform us of your arrival time.

Many of our luxury accommodation chalets have indoor parking, however it is necessary to confirm this when booking.

Accommodation Details:

6 Bedrooms (11 Individual Beds); 5 Bathrooms (3 Additional WCs)

• 1 master bedroom (swedish stove, en-suite bathroom and seperate shower)

• 1 double bedroom (en-suite bathroom)

• 1 bunk room (en-suite shower room)

• 1 guest suite with double bedroom and children's bunk room (sleeps 2 adults and 4 children, en-suite bathroom

• 1 twin bedroom (en-suite shower room)

Facilities:

• TV/DVD

• Wifi

• Apple TV

• Sonos

• Hammam/steam room

• Gym

• Sauna

• Spa

• Dedicated cinema room

• TV/games room

• Foosball table

• Games room

• Guest w.c.

• Heated ski room and locker

• Outdoor grilling room

• Spa area (day beds, wood burning stove, gym, rain and waterfall showers, yoga area)

• Sauna

• Hammam

• Plunge pool

• Guest w.c.

• Laundry room

Additional:

• Wood burning fireplace

• Private laundry facilities

• Private ski locker

• Cot/high chair available

Catered Services:

• Private chief :

Champagne reception

Breakfast: 7 days

Afternoon tea: 7 days

5 course dinner: 6 evenings

• Concierge service

• Driver service

• Days cleaning: 7 days

• Mid-week towel change: One

• Robes

• Slippers

• Toiletries

• Complimentary newspapers

• Staff days off: One

• End of stay clean

Activities:

• Skiing

  A ski course for the kids, One-to-one private session, Specialised tuition in extreme off-piste settings, Heli-skiing/boarding, Local mountain guide, Expeditions for both individuals and groups in winter and summer

• Village activities:

  Restaurant, shopping, bar

• Winter activities:

  Hiking, Ice-karting, Cross country skiing, Gstaad Palace Spa, The Alpina Spa, Grand Hotel Bellevue Spa, Grand Hotel Park Spa, Hotel Arc-en-ciel Spa

• Summer activities

  Hiking, Golf, Mountain biking and mountain boarding, Climbing, Glacier 3000 Swiss freeski open, Hot air balloon event in January, Boёrl & Kroftf snow golf tournament in March

The chalet is sold on a fully catered basis which include a professional chef, two hosts and a daily dedicated driver service.

Food and alcohol is an additional charge plus 10%.