luxury houses with reception room for sale Haute-Savoie, France (page 3)

Located in Les Gets, a popular family resort just over an hour’s drive from Geneva airport, this ski-in, ski-out chalet enjoys elevated views over the centre of the resort whilst offering easy access to the vast Portes du Soleil ski domain. Perched in the heights of Mont Chéry and sheltered from view by the surrounding forest, the new-build chalet is set on a quiet residential road with panoramic views of the village and the surrounding mountain range. Just minutes away from the slopes, you can choose to either ski 400m off-piste or enjoy a three-minute walk in the morning to get to nearby Mont Chéry, a quiet laid-back ski area where you’ll find a great selection of slopes for intermediate skiers plus some of Les Gets’ best on-piste restaurants. THE PROPERTY Built in traditional Alpine style, this beautiful 300 sqm chalet forms part of an intimate collection of four new-build ski-in ski out properties in the Mont Chéry neighbourhood of Les Gets. Finished with Douglas fir and traditional stone and featuring wooden balconies on both the upper and lower floors of the property, the chalet is one of two residences grouped together at the top of a large sunny plot. Designed for comfortable family living, the spacious chalet has living space of 300 sqm and features an open-plan layout with the main entrance situated on the lower floor where you'll also find an ensuite bathroom and a large spa area which can be equipped with a sauna for relaxing at the end of a long day on the slopes. Stairs lead up to the ground floor of the property which is perfect for entertaining friends and family. An open kitchen leads into a vast light-filled living/dining area with a central fireplace and sliding doors that open onto a large south-facing balcony, the ideal spot for al fresco dining in the sunshine. Also on this floor is a practical storage cellar and laundry room. The upper floor of the chalet comprises a master suite with an ensuite bathroom plus four double bedrooms, each with a private ensuite shower room.The bedrooms at the front of the chalet open onto a shared balcony overlooking the mountains. The chalet is sold with two underground parking spaces and two additional exterior parking spaces. INVESTMENT POTENTIAL Set in a dominant position in the Mont Chéry area of Les Gets, these ski-in ski-out chalets are extremely attractively priced at around €9,500 per sqm, allowing you to purchase a larger property within your budget in one of the Portes du Soleil’s most popular resorts. Sold with no rental obligation,if you do decide to rent your property out when you’re not in residence, you will have the option to recover 20% VAT from the property purchase price while as a new-build property, the chalets also have a notary fee of 2% which is significantly lower than the 7-8% rate which applies to resale properties. Athena Advisers - Added value and 360° purchase support since 2003 In addition to organising property viewings from our offices in Paris, the French Alps and Cannes, our in-house teams also support clients through every step of the purchase process: recuperating the 20% VAT rebate, finding the best French mortgage at a low rate, and introducing you to the best rental management company. We also decode the paperwork and contracts and become the bridge between all the different legal and official parties involved in the purchase, guiding our clients through every step of the process.

Located in La Chapelle d’Abondance, a charming hamlet in the vast Portes du Soleil ski domain, this property for sale presents a fantastic investment opportunity. Currently a hotel with six apartments and open views, the property’s interiors can be updated and even reconfigured to create a boutique hotel. Alternatively, the property could be transformed into a single spacious chalet. A short drive from Geneva airport, La Chapelle d’Abondance is a quaint hamlet but has a good selection of amenities for you or hotel guests. The Panthiaz ski lift, which connects La Chapelle d’Abondance to the Portes du Soleil 650km of slopes is 400m away from the hotel and a selection of restaurants and shops, including a fromagerie where you can buy local produce, can be found 12 minutes’ walk or three minutes’ drive away. Further amenities can be found in neighbouring Châtel which is just 5 minutes’ drive away. During the summer this area is great for hiking and plenty of trails start nearby. The Property Set on a buildable, south-facing plot of 2,000 sqm, the property is currently being used as a hotel with an interior area of 600 sqm (750 sqm including non-habitable space). In its current arrangement, the hotel comprises six apartments: one three-bedroom apartment, one one-bedroom apartment with a bunk bedroom, two two-bedroom apartments and a four-bedroom apartment of 200 sqm which is currently used by the owners. The property also has a large underground garage, several cellars, ski lockers and outdoor parking for 10 or more cars. There is also a large garden with great views. The property was fitted with a brand-new roof in 2013 and the underfloor heating is powered by geothermal and solar energy. Investment Potential While the interior of the property needs some renovation and modernisation, this hotel presents a fantastic investment opportunity and is keenly priced at €3,000 per sqm. Set in a dual-season resort close to the ski lift and around 90 minutes’ drive to Geneva airport, this property presents an interesting investment opportunity for hoteliers. While the property currently has six apartments, it is possible to divide the apartments up into smaller units if preferred as each unit has its own plumbing and electrical installation. Athena Advisers - Added value and 360° purchase support since 2003 In addition to organising property viewings from our offices in the French Alps and Cannes, our in-house teams also support clients through every step of the purchase process: recuperating the 20% VAT rebate, finding the best French mortgage at a low rate, and introducing you to the best rental management company. We also decode the paperwork and contracts and become the bridge between all the different legal and official parties involved in the purchase, guiding our clients through every step of the process.

One of the most popular resorts in the Portes du Soleil ski domain, Morzine is also one of the most stylish. Just an hour’s drive from Geneva Airport, both Morzine and neighbouring Les Gets have year-round appeal thanks to their stunning scenery, vibrant lifestyle and of course idyllic location in the heart of the French Alps with over 450 km of ski slopes right on the doorstep. Ideally located in a quiet residential area on the snow front, this ski-in ski-out chalet is surrounded by trees with panoramic views of Pointe de Nantaux, Pointe de Ressachaux and Pointe de Nyon. Set on the slopes, after a day’s skiing, you can take the 3 km Piste B back to the chalet for an apéritif on the chalet’s balcony which overlooks the slopes. Equidistant from Morzine and Les Gets, the boutiques, restaurants and bars of both resorts are just 10 minutes away by car while you’ll find a cinema, bowling alley and aqua splash park for kids of all ages just down the road in nearby Avoriaz. The chalet Built in traditional Alpine style with a saltbox roof plus stone and wood cladding, the chalet is set over two floors with living space of 103 sqm. Bright and open with large windows throughout, the interior is finished with exposed beams and wood panelling on the walls to create a warm and welcoming ambiance. The chalet’s living area is on the main floor of the property and comprises a large living/dining area with a modern fireplace plus a fully-equipped open kitchen. A sunny balcony offers panoramic views of the ski slopes while a mezzanine loft overlooking the living area can be used as an additional lounge space or to accommodate guests overnight. The lower floor of the chalet features both a cosy double bedroom and a bunk room with four beds for kids plus a shared family bathroom and a laundry room. The chalet also comes with a heated boot room and shower room on the lower floor which can be accessed from the exterior to keep all your ski gear in one place at the end of the day. Investment potential A spacious ski-in ski-out chalet with an ideal location at the foot of the slopes just minutes away from Morzine and Les Gets, this two-bedroom property has enormous potential for use as a second home which can be enjoyed on a year-round basis. Additionally, as this area of the Alps is an increasingly popular summer destination with occupancy rates as high as 80% in recent years, the chalet will also make a very welcome addition to the lucrative short-term rental market. Athena Advisers - Added value and 360° purchase support since 2003 In addition to organising property viewings from our offices in Paris, the French Alps and Cannes, our in-house teams also support clients through every step of the purchase process: recuperating the 20% VAT rebate, finding the best French mortgage at a low rate, and introducing you to the best rental management company. We also decode the paperwork and contracts and become the bridge between all the different legal and official parties involved in the purchase, guiding our clients through every step of the process.