Cristal 5, sleeps 11, Val d’Isere
A comfortable chalet in a phenomenal location for accessing the amazing ski area
Overview
The Cristal chalets are located in the La Daille area of Val d’Isere which is the first part of the resort as you enter from the valley. La Daille is great for ski access thanks to the choice of 3 lifts that are only 150m from the chalet. A chairlift, gondola and even a funicular provide super quick access to the amazing Espace Killy ski area. On the way home, you can ski back to within 100m from the chalet. The centre of the resort is a 25 minute walk away but the very efficient and frequent bus service stops within 100m. The journey takes no more than 5 minutes and runs until 2am.
Chalet Cristal 5 sleeps 11 in 5 en suite rooms and is on the third floor of the chalet. The open plan living and dining area is warm and welcoming thanks to the wood burning stove and the comfortable seating that surrounds it. The living room also boasts a large flat screen TV with British channels, a DVD player and Wi Fi too. The property also has a south west facing balcony.
NB. For guests looking use a ski school, you will need to get the bus into the town centre as there are no ski school meeting points in La Daille.
What's included in catering
5 x evening meals, 7 x breakfasts and 7 x afternoon tea
Our opinion
A great choice for skiers looking for phenomenal ski access OR fans of the Folie Douce!
FOOD WITH ALTITUDE
The chalet operator knows how much extra yummy food can add to your ski chalet holiday, that’s why they work hard to make sure all of our chalet hosts are trained to the highest standard in the Alps highest cookery school. Founder of The Hive Cookery School and Area Manager, Christina Hadden works hard all year round to make sure every morsel you’ll taste during your stay will get those tastebuds tingling.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
During your catered holiday you’ll be served up some scrumptious treats, hearty meals and delicious locally sourced wine. Read on to find out what to expect from your gastronomic adventure!
canapés & aperitifs
A lovely start to the week, on arrival in your chalet, handmade pre-dinner canapes and aperitifs will be served to you in the lounge whilst your chalet host welcomes you to your chalet and introduces you to the resort.
delicious cooked breakfasts
Start your day with a delicious cooked breakfast that includes bacon, eggs, Heinz beans or hash browns and mushrooms or tomatoes plus a selection of cereals, porridge, yogurts and fresh bread. Served 8am to 9am
homemade cakes & afternoon tea
Scrumptious homemade cakes and a choice of teas are provided every day, best enjoyed while you relax in the lounge area in front of the log fire.
Three course dinner:
starters
You’ll be served a delicious starter each evening from our recipe book!
Some samples include:
Baked Camembert with Onion Marmalade
Salad Savoyard
Tomato Tarte Tatin
French Onion Soup
Courgette Crumbles
Pea & Mint Soup
main course
For your main course expect hearty homely dishes that are individually plated to fill you up after a tough day on the slopes.
Some samples include:
Ginger Beef Casserole or Moroccan Chickpea Casserole served with sides of
Parsley Couscous, Cumin Roasted Carrots, and Buttered Savoy Cabbage
Tarragon Chicken or Leek & Squash Cannelloni served with sides of
Paprika Potato Wedges, Sautéed Leeks, and French Style Peas
Salmon with Parsley & Parmesan Crust or Ratatouille served with sides of Haricot
Mash, French Beans with Onion Garnish, and Crispy Cauliflower
Tartiflette or Vegetarian Tartiflette served with sides of Crusty
French Bread, Crispy Green Salad, and Cornichons
Spiced Pork Filet or Falafel served with sides of Stock Cooked Rice, Red Onion
Salad & Raita, and Sweetcorn, Peppers & Spring Onions
Roast Duck Breast in Cassis Sauce or Ricotta Rice Cakes & Red Pepper Relish served
with sides of Creamy Mashed Potato, Broccoli Spears, and Courgette Ribbons
desserts
Everyones favourite course, hopefully you’ll still have some room for the delicious desserts your chalet host will have prepared for you.
Some samples include:
Apple & Orange Crumble with Ice Cream
Chocolate Heaven
Coffee Panna Cotta
Mini Pavlovas
Sticky Toffee Pudding with Salted Caramel Sauce
Tarte au Citron
Cheese & Port
unlimited wine, tea & coffee
To complement your meal we serve free and unlimited good quality red and white wines during the course of dinner. After dinner, fresh ground coffee or decaffeinated coffee as well as tea is served in the lounge.