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Great Bear

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Interior
Exterior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Property grounds
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Great Bear

The chalet GREAT BEAR is situated in a beautiful and very sunny setting, 10 minutes from the road. The wide open panorama offers exceptional views over the valley and all the mountains.

It is a typical family chalet, with charm and character, which we offer to people who wish to discover the most beautiful valley in the Alps. We ourselves go there regularly on holiday!

The chalet has everything you need for a great stay! Try our raclette oven!

The chalet is located slightly above the village centre, in the fields. The neighbourhood is ideal for people who like to have space and no direct access to a road (perfect for people with children!).

Important notes:
1) ACCESS TO THE CHALET IS ON FOOT, ~12MIN from the private covered car park in the centre of the village (parking included in the rental - IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO APPROACH THE CHALET BY CAR). We therefore recommend that you take adequate bags to transport your belongings to the chalet.
2) Bath towels are not provided

Property manager

David Schuppisser

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
This property accepts cash
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 not indicated whether 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 is also known as

Chalet 4pers - Vues Magnifiques sur Montagnes et Glaciers Chalet

About the area

Located in Evolène, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. Nax Ski Area and Museum of History are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Babylift and François-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory. Happyland Amusement Park and Museum of Nature are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Evolène, VS

What's nearby

  • Evolène Ski Resort - 8 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Blue Lake - 16 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Four Valleys Ski Area - 22 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Grande Dixence Dam - 41 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Grimentz-Bendolla Gondola - 53 min drive - 53.7 km

Getting around

  • Ardon Station - 42 min drive
  • Zinal Gondola Lift Station - 84 min drive
  • Sion (SIR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Marmotte
  • ‪Aux Vieux Mazot - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Le Refuge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Le Pub - ‬66 min drive
  • ‪Café restaurant des Collines - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Bear pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Great Bear?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Bear?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Bear located?

Situated in the mountains, this chalet is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Evolène Ski Resort and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Lana Ski Area. Bouquetins and Blue Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Great Bear Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Chalet Escape

Great Bear is a lovely chalet with breathtaking views in a unique environment. I cannot think of a better summer escape, given the stunning surroundings of the Val Hérens, the local cuisine, produce, meat products, and delicious wines. The chalet fits the rustic character of the tiny village perfectly, while affording the necessary comforts for an Alpine stay. Absolutely LOVED IT!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

bruno c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Excellent endroit mais communication catastrophique

Chalet et lieu magique Mais communication avec le propriétaire catastrophique! Pas prévenu que l’eau du robinet n’était pas consommable, pas prévenu que des pack d’eau était dispo gratuitement à l’épicerie, lit pas fait et draps mis à disposition déjà utiliser par le client précédent (averti 4 jours plus tard par une dame gérant la location pour le propriétaire)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cedric D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour de rêve

Merveilleuses vacances dans un endroit idyllique. Des vues époustouflantes. Le chalet offre une vue incroyable sur la montagne.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Stéphane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

séjour à Villaz dans le Val d'Hérens

Très belle vue, très ensoleillé et beaucoup de possibilité de promenade.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Belles vacances

Merci aux 2 personnes du villages (dame de ménage et son compagnon) qui nous ont réparé le chauffage qui ne fonctionnait pas à notre arrivée ! Proposition de mettre le nom du chalet sur la boîte aux lettres.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

An amazing view worth the traveling for sure Only one small detail very steep hill to get to the property and you can't take the car to the property (no heavy bags🙄)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Reto t., 3812 Wilderswil

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gemütliches Haus

Gemütliches, einfaches Haus, schöne ruhige Lage. Der Zugang ist etwas schwierig (bei Nässe oder Schnee ist es recht mühsam, kein Weg sondern quer durch eine schräge Wiese). Ansonsten aber tolle ruhige Lage mit schöner Aussicht.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a view!

Property was great, very clean and amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elliott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Crazy View

This was our first time in the Alps and wouldn't change a thing. Views, hiking, peacefulness - great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Birgit B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 Tage Wallis auf der Rückreise aus Italien

Etwas abenteuerlich zu erreichen, aber gute Anfahrtsbeschreibung des Vermieters, toller Blick, schönes Tal. Bettwäsche und Endreinigung können dazugebucht werden, Handtücher muss man selber mitbringen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline T.

wunderbar

sehr schön
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Melanie P.

Wunderbare Aussicht, perfekte Lage zur Erkundung des Wallis, schön ruhig gelegen

Die Aussicht von der Terrasse bzw Balkon von den Schlafzimmern ist wunderschön! Die Lage in Villaz ist perfekt, um das Wallis zu erkunden und zudem schön ruhig und abgeschieden.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Harald G.

Sehr gemütliches sauberes Chalet mit einer tollen Aussicht auf die Alpen.

Sehr schönes Wandergebiet in anspruchsvoller Lage. Grandiose Ausblicke!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Aynur S.

Es gefiel uns supper wir werden ganz sicher wieder kommen!!!

Die Lage war wunderschön, der Ausblick hervorragend!!! Die Nachbarn waren sehr freundlich und hilsbereit😇 wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und unser Aufenthalt in vollen Zügen genossen... Wir empfehlen es ganz sicher jeden weiter
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Parfait

La Grande Ourse est un chalet authentique, propre, bien amenage et avec tout le confort necessaire . Situe au coeur du val d'Herens avec un magnifique degagement sur les montagnes et de nombreuses balades facilement accessibles, nous ne pouvons que vivement recommande cet endroit.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Paul S.

Un ressourcement idéal

Idéalement situé, ce chalet est à la fois confortable avec une atmosphère intime et un ensoleillement optimal. L'absence de voiture dans les environs et le calme valent largement les quelques minutes de marche pour y accéder! De nombreuses balades directement depuis le chalet.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pauline T.

Vue imprenable, chalet très confortable et typique

Chalet très sympathique et confortable, à chauffer au feu de bois (même si il y a de petits chauffages d'appoint) dans lequel nous avons passé un week-end très agréable. La vue depuis la terrasse est magnifique et le chalet étant un peu au-dessus de Villaz, on jouit d'une très grande tranquillité. A compter que le prix de la réservation n'inclut pas la facture d'électricité, ni le bois.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eva S.

Cosy winter stay

Although the weather was not perfect for skiing we could still enjoy the snow in a small but beautiful station in Arolla, breakfasts in the sun on the chalet's terrace, afternoons by the fire and eating a lot of cheese from the region. The chalet is great for 4 people and has everything you may need to have a comfortable stay. Definitely recommendable!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Simon D.

Charme rustique

Nous n'avons pas eu de chance avec la météo. Mais au final l'expérience s'est tout de même bien déroulée, regarder la pluie tomber bien au chaud près du vieux poele traditionnel en pierre, manger des raclettes délicieuses avec le fromage acheté au village plus bas dans la vallée (le chalet est équipé du four à raclettes individuelles et du four traditionnel avec la demi meule). Nous imaginons bien que lorsque le soleil est au rendez-vous la terrasse devant le chalet doit être un endroit agréable pour manger à midi et ce n'est que partie remise car nous allons revenir en espérant être plus chanceux!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Betrand S.

Comme chez soi

Notre séjour dans la Grande Ourse était de Grande Classe! Vues superbes, chalet bien équipé, et le beau temps était au RDV. Merci pour ces excellents moments dans le val d'Hérens. Betrand
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

François M.

Silence et paysages

Notre troisième séjour dans ce coin de paradis où chaque saison apporte ses trésors. Ce début mai avec une flore incomparable, les sommets restent enneigés, la vallée est paisible. Merci pour l'ambiance familiale, tout est à disposition et le pierre ollaire assure une bonne chaleur. David s'est montré très serviable pour des conseils de nouvelles randonnées!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Darshangene G.

A conseiller !

Très agréable petit chalet authentique, jolie vue, environnement paisible. A conseiller pour ceux qui ne craignent pas de marcher pour y arriver !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte M.

J'aime sa situation dominant le village.

Le chalet dans sa simplicité nous offre l'essentiel mais surtout une certaine âme que j 'aime retrouver dans cette région du Val d'Herens. La petite galerie sur laquelle s'ouvre les chambres du haut, la terrasse pour les pauses au soleil, à toute saison, et oui même au coeur de l'hiver. Si le soleil vient à manquer, il y a le charme du pierrolaire! Et le panorama est superbe, quel que soit le côté vers lequel le regard se dirige.