Nestled in the Chamonix Valley, Chalet l'Orignal offers a unique alpine experience with original stone walls and luxurious materials. Savor your meals prepared by your own private chef or unwind in the outdoor jacuzzi and sauna, accessible through the old cave.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire chalet
8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 20330 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Contemporary Luxury Mountain Retreat
This 19th century farmhouse has been renovated to provide guests with a unique alpine experience. Comfort, convenience and luxury were key in the design of this mountain retreat: original stone walls, floor heating, and luxurious materials. The floor-to-ceiling windows and multiple skylights offer incomparable view of the Mont-Blanc, the Aiguille du Midi, the Taconnaz glacier and the Chamonix Valley. We have our own chef that can make the food of your choice, and a concierge that can help you during your stay at Chalet l’Orignal.
The Chalet is comprised of a main house sleeping up to 20 people. Bedrooms 3 to 7 have direct access out to a garden. There is a large wooden terrace with an outdoor jacuzzi and a sauna, all accessed through the old cave which has a shower and massage bed. If you need more space we have a 9 en-suite bedrooms chalet in the same neighborhood. .
The chalet offers the following amenities:
Sleeps up to 20 people, 8 bedrooms with all en-suite bathrooms, 1 bedroom has a queen size bed, 7 bedrooms can be arranged as two single beds or as one double bed, 2 sofa beds that sleeps 4. Baby cots upon request.
100 square meters of living space including living room and dining room with a central fireplace, Kitchen fully equipped for luxury self catering and convenient for large groups including 2 fridges, 2 dishwashers, 2 ovens, and espresso machine, Secluded TV room with DVD player, British and French TV channels, and extensive DVD collection, Jacuzzi & sauna, Lounge and shower area in the beautiful stoned “cave”, WiFi speaker Boot heaters, 4 parking spaces, Washing machine and dryer, Wireless internet, Floor heating.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Ski lift privileges
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Sauna
Internet
Available in the accommodation: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Espresso maker
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Chef service
Bedrooms
8 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
9 private bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Ski lift privileges
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
NO NOISE AFTER 22:00
Given this is a residential area, please ensure there is noise is kept at a minimum after 22:00 in the jacuzzi area outside.
TRASH & TIDYING
Guests are asked to carry their trash, and ensuring the house is tidy. If the chalet is neglected, we charge for additional cleaning.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 74056003766SF
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, this chalet is in the mountains. Crystal Museum Chamonix and Chamonix Alpine Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Montenvers Tram and Church of Our Lady Full of Grace. Travelling with kids? Consider Chamonix Ice Rink and Chamonix Leisure Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. Visit our Chamonix-Mont-Blanc travel guide
Is Contemporary Luxury Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Contemporary Luxury Mountain Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Contemporary Luxury Mountain Retreat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Contemporary Luxury Mountain Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Contemporary Luxury Mountain Retreat located?
This family-friendly Chamonix-Mont-Blanc chalet is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Planards Adventure Park, Lake Gaillands and Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift. Aiguille du Midi Cable Car and Savoy are also within 15 minutes. Les Moussoux Station is only a 3-minute walk and Chamonix Anguille du Midi Station is 11 minutes.
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Contemporary Luxury Mountain Retreat Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This eight room chalet is located centrally and with excellent access to all attractions in the beautiful village of Chamonix. The interior is stylish and facilities in the kitchen, sauna, jacuzzi etc is all in excellent shape. We would love to come back to this magic place!
We really enjoyed our time here. Its walking distance from the shops, bedrooms and bathrooms were comfortable and the sauna and jacuzzi were wonderful after a day of activities. The kitchen was fantastic with two fridges, ovens, dishwashers,sinks and a big island. Andreea was amazing as our host. Highly recommend!
13 friends enjoyed Original Chalet for a week in late June.
Carmen and Andreea were responsive with any questions we had before we arrived. Carmen arranged for a Chef's dinner our first night so we we could relax in the Chalet without cooking and cleaning. I would highly recommend that! Andreea gave us a tour of the house when we arrived and stopped by midweek to see if we needed anything. The house is clean, large and comfortable. Each bedroom has a full modern bathroom. the hot tub and sauna were fun and we used them often throughout the week. The kitchen has everything we needed (and more!) to cook large dinners. I would recommend this chalet for families, friends and business retreats. Finally, the Chamonix experience is excellent. The town is set up for tourists, the shopkeepers and restaurants are friendly. The hiking and stunning views are the best in the world! Many thanks for a great week!
The location is close enough to town to easily get to food and activities, but far enough away for relative privacy. We did have a couple of issues during the trip unrelated to the chalet, but Carmen was incredible and timely in her responses to make sure we had the best stay possible. A note, it can get a bit warm during the day if there is a heatwave, so plan on using the fans! Our guests really enjoyed the space, and we were able to have a very lovely time celebrating our wedding. I would definitely stay here again!
8 en suite bedrooms and a gorgeous kitchen and living room. Highly recommend for a group of friends. A walk to the bus stop and a decent journey to the major ski lifts, but a worthy compromise for such a great house! And the hosts were super accommodating for check in and check out.
The property was fabulous! The host was accomodating of our late arrival (and sent videos of how to operate the coffe machine/ hot tube/ sauna) and very quick to reply when we had questions. We were a multigeneral group of 11 so having main floor bedrooms for some of our older guests was helpful. The large number of bedrooms, all with private bathrooms, allowed us to really spread out and have privacy when we wanted it but also hade large enough communal spaces for when we all wanted to be together. The kitchen was fully stocked (with pans/ plates/ tools) allowing us to enjoy a home cooked meal everyday. We were here in the summer and loved the view and the walkability to town. We're hoping to schedule a trip in the winter to enjoy the skiing.
Rebecca P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Larry S.
29 Aug 2018
Superb accommodations in magical Chamonix!
Occasionally we have been disappointed that VRBO selections are not as represented online, but this experience was the opposite - it was terrific and more than met expectations! Despite some construction going on adjacent to the property, we felt no infringement on our privacy, and the property could not have been better. There were thirteen of us, which meant separate bedrooms, all with bath and shower, for most.The huge, well equipped kitchen more than met expectations and provided flexibility for all of our needs, and the dining table was perfect for everyone. We had a chef catered meal one night, and the chef said that it was her favorite kitchen in the area. There was virtually every amenity you could think of in the house, and the hot tub got plenty of use. The house was clean and set up for functionality. The view was great, with Mont Blanc staring at us as we had coffee (or drinks!) on the outside patio. Parking for three vehicles was no problem, and the location was perfect for a quick walk into town, or exploring many of the attractions.We were fortunate to be able to extend our stay two additional nights (wish it could have been more), for a total of 6 nights. The management group was terrific as well (Mountainbase), professional, communicated well, and extremely helpful. Dealing with the owners was also a very positive experience, as responses were timely, and they really made us feel like we were welcomed guests in their home. We had a wonderful experience, and would hope to return some day from the States.
Thank you everyone for helping to make our family memories unforgettable!
Larry and Cindy Squire 7/28 - 8/2/2018
Chalet magnifique et très bien situé, à 10 min à pied du centre de Chamonix.
Très bon accueil, le service de conciergerie est très sympathique et réactif.
Nous avons passé un agréable séjour
Voor de tweede keer en weer een feest om hier te verblijven
Met onze (klein) kinderen hebben we voor de tweede keer een week gelogeerd in dit heerlijk huis. Op loopafstand van het centrum van Chamonix en met uitzicht op de mont blanc!
De ruime, luxe , en verzorgde kamers, maakten dat iedereen zich op zijn gemak voelde. De volledige inventaris maakte dat er nergens gebrek aan was. De ontvangst en communicatie was hartelijk. Bij vragen werd er meteen gereageerd. Er zou wat klein onderhoud gepleegd moeten worden aan de buitenkant van het huis, maar dat stond ons heerlijke verblijf zeker niet in de weg. We hebben een fantastische week gehad. Dank daarvoor!
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans cette très belle maison.
Tout était impeccable, parfaitement propre, cuisine très bien équipée, idéale pour les groupes.
Tout confort, très bien situé, communication excellente avec la personne qui gère, nous recommandons vivement, tout était parfait.
Chalet idéalement situé à Chamonix. Très belle maison, très bien équipée, tout est encore mieux qu’en photos. Jacuzzi avec vue. Parfait pour des retrouvailles en famille ou entre amis. Accueil parfait ! Nous reviendrons sans hésiter !
Le logement est spacieux pour 14 avec beaucoup de charme, des prestations haut de gamme, un emplacement idéal avec un accès au centre ville à pied et une vue juste magique, au top depuis le jacuzzi! L'accueil avec champagne et petits fours est à la hauteur de la location. Un grand merci à Giulia pour sa prévenance et sa gentillesse. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour, bienvenu en cette période post-COVID!
Eindelijk een huis gevonden die voldoet voor een grote familie. Prachtige slaapkamers met eigen douche, fantastische keuken met grote inductiekookplaat en goed kookgerei. Mensen zijn toppie. Nadeel is kleine tuin doordat grote jacuzzi veel ruimte inneemt. En dan het uitzicht op de Mont Blanc!
Amazing view, great location within Chamonix and easy access to the main roads in the area. The facility itself contain all the components needs to makes our stay comfort and pleasant. We also required accessibility to disabled person and it was good as well (only for entrance floor). Highly recommended chalet.
Outstanding chalet! Great location, walking to town center, walking to hiking trails. Spacious, en-suite bathrooms in all bedroom providing excellent privacy. Large common area, living room and kitchen. Ample parking space. Beautiful views. Sauna and Jacuzzi for relaxing after a long hiking day.