Explore the Portes du Soleil from this village apartment close to lifts, bars and restaurants
- Apartment (Apartment building)
- Cycle path adjacent, Village 1 km
- Sunny balcony with a hot tub
- Garage and covered parking
- Bike store and tools
Property tour
Solly Nook...
The whole of the Portes du Soleil ski domain is on your doorstep when you stay at this elegant apartment in Châtel, and with the Swiss border just a short ski away, you'll have two countries to explore.
Solly Nook is just a 10-minute walk into the village, where you'll find a great choice of shops, bars and restaurants. The ski bus stops just outside your apartment, and will whisk you to the Super Châtel lift or Linga lift in just few minutes. In the summer, hiking, biking, paragliding and climbing are among the nearby activities. The chalet has secure storage for bikes as well as a tool kit for maintenance.
Solly Nook is a three-bedroom apartment for eight (max 6 adults) on the third floor of this four-storey building, Despite its tranquil forest location, you'll be close to all the action, but if you'd rather just relax in the hot tub on your balcony, you can admire the breathtaking views of the Abondance valley, the village, and the pistes.
About the property...
This delightful third-floor apartment is part of a new boutique development, which has been designed to blend in beautifully to its Alpine surroundings and the local architecture. Natural wood, stone and slate have been used to create a relaxing, light-filled environment, making the most of the stunning views.
Solly Nook has three bedrooms – a double room, a bunk room for four (ideal for kids), and a spacious master bedroom with an en-suite shower room. There's also a separate toilet, and a family bathroom with a spa bath.
The open-plan living area has a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area and a comfortable living area. Doors open onto the large, sunny balcony where you can enjoy the stunning views from the hot tub, enjoy a barbecue or watch for shooting stars.
If you're bringing your car to Châtel, you'll appreciate the garage and the covered parking space. There's also a ski locker with a heated boot rack and secure bike storage with a tool kit.
About the area...
Solly Nook is set in a quiet location just a 10-minute walk from the centre of the popular mountain resort of Châtel, which is part of the Portes du Soleil ski domain. The Super-Châtel / Barbossine and Linga / Pre la Joux/ Plaine Dranse sectors that surround the village have 41 ski lifts and 45 slopes, providing plenty of scope for all ages and abilities.
The village itself is still a traditional farming village, retaining its Savoyard architecture and character. But the growth in ski tourism means it now boasts some wonderful restaurants, both on and off the slopes. There's also a great aquatic centre, with spa facilities as well as indoor and outdoor pools, and a popular indoor play centre for younger children.
In the summer, there is a huge choice of trails for hikers and bikers, and those with a taste for adventure can try the Fantasticable – a zipwire which will have you hurtling between the mountains at up to 100kph.
There are plenty of places to explore around Châtel too – the picturesque medieval village of Yvoire, on the banks of Lake Geneva, is just an hour away and the beautiful Chateau de Chillon, near Montreux, is even closer.
The village is easily accessible from Geneva airport, either by car (about 90 minutes), train or bus. Or you could arrive in style by booking a helicopter transfer!
What next?
If Solly Nook apartment sounds like the perfect base for your next mountain adventure, check your holiday dates against our availability calendar. We can hold up to two weeks for you, without obligation, for 24 hours. But don't leave it any longer, as you could miss out on your chance to stay in this wonderful apartment.
Guest reviews
“Ideal property”
Perfect location right next to the bus stop and 10 minutes to the slopes. Great facilities, hot tub perfect for post-ski relaxation, rooms very comfortable.
“Perfect Châtel Getaway”
Second time we have stayed at this apartment, and it didn’t disappoint. Perfect Châtel getaway. Everything you need in a great location.
“A wonderful stay with excellent service”
Lovely apartment, we had a great stay. Andy’s service was outstanding.
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Features
- Hot tub spa
- Spa bath(s)
- Child friendly
- Cycling friendly
- Wine cellar
- Amazon TV
- More
Inclusions
- Free WiFi
- Linen and towels provided
- Non-smoking rental
- More
- Check-in: after 16h00
- Check-out: before 10h00
Full list of features, inclusions, activities, nearby points of interest and special conditions:
Deposit
Book 8 weeks or more before your arrival date and pay only 25% to secure your booking.
The full amount of your rental is due 8 weeks prior to your arrival date
Cancellation
Standard option
- 100% refund up to 8 weeks before arrival
- No refund within 8 weeks of arrival
Koala Flex option
- 100% refund up to 8 weeks before arrival
- 90% refund between 8 weeks and 2 days before arrival
Please Note
The owner requires a €1,000 damage and excess cleaning guarantee to be set up before arrival. No funds are taken or blocked on your card. Your card details are securely held for up to 14 days after departure. If no charge is required, they will be deleted.
Every stay includes
WiFi
Local tips & concierge
Linen & towels
Sparkling cleaning
Location
Châtel
Set on the border between France and Switzerland, Chatel is a popular choice thanks to its great skiing in the Portes du Soleil and its close proximity to Geneva airport.
Unspoilt and with a traditional charm, you’ll find pretty chalets and wonderful scenery.
The village has a good selection of shops and restaurants, and in summer there’s fabulous terrain for walkers and bikers.
Getting around
- Ski slopes
- 1.2 km
- Ski school
- 1.2 km
- Ski bus stop
- adjacent
- Town centre
- 1 km
- Lake
- 2.5 km
- Supermarket
- 1 km
- Public bus stop
- 10 m
- Cycle path
- 200 m
The OVO Network Review
Solly Nook is a contemporary apartment for eight guests (max 6 adults) with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It's set in a quiet part of the Abondance valley, with mountain and forest views, but it's not far from all the Alpine action.
Set on the third floor of a four-storey building, there are fabulous views from the spacious balcony.
The village is just 1km away, but as it's uphill, the walk there may take you 15 minutes. However, it should be quicker coming back! If you'd rather not use your car during your stay, there are two covered parking spaces.
There's a bus stop just outside the apartment building, and it's just a five-minute trip to the lifts.
Solly Nook apartment is a great choice for a group looking to make the most of their time in the mountains. Summer or winter, there's so much to do on your doorstep, and still more to explore further afield, either on skis, on a bike or by car.
And when you return at the end of the day, you'll have all the facilities you need to relax in this high-end, contemporary apartment.
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From the owner
Ben S.
Ben and I fell in love with the Portes du Soleil after attending a wedding in 2014.
We are both crazy for skiing but that was our first summer visit to the mountains and the Vallée d'Abondance blew us away!
What could be better? The largest ski domain in the world with a summer offering to match!
At Solly Nook, we love the huge windows and tranquil tree top location, whilst only being a few minutes from the slopes and bustle of town.
And after an active day, an evening spent in the hot tub, enjoying the views of the valley while listening to the cow bells and the stream babble are just magic.
The Saunders Family
Who are you booking with?
All properties on OVO Network are owned and operated by independent property owners.
You are booking Solly Nook directly with Ben S.. Your payment for the booking will be taken and held securely by Mangopay SA, a licensed and regulated e-money institution, and released to the owner only when the booking becomes non-refundable.
