
IN THE SUMMER
relax in the heart of the Savoie
AN ABANDONED BARN TRANSFORMED INTO A STUNNING LUXURY MOUNTAIN LODGE

From the enormous floor to ceiling picture windows Chalet Savoie Faire offers glorious views across the valleys and peaks of the Tarentaise Valley, the picturesque ski resort of Valmorel and the world famous Tour de France climb – the Col de la Madeleine.
Chalet Savoie Faire is the perfect destination for an activity break with a good dose of relaxation thrown in. Choose from the multitude of activities available on the doorstep such as mountain biking, ski touring, Nordic skiing, road cycling and hiking. And when the mountains have worn you out there are many ways to relax in or close to this luxury, mountain bed and breakfast.
Relaxation means different things to different people but Nikki and Hugh are sure that they can offer you whatever it takes to unwind and prepare yourself for the next day’s activities. Whether your idea of relaxation is a massage and a visit to the local steam rooms or a vin chaud in front of an open fire it can be arranged for you.
The spa town of La Léchère is close to the chalet and offers the opportunity to relax and make the most of the vast range of treatments offered. La Léchère spa is unusual as it uses thermal water from the nearby thermal springs. A wide range of treatments is available from reflexology and facials to massages and steam rooms. Perfect after a long day on the mountain or in the saddle!
Alternatively, if you or one of your party would prefer to spend the whole stay at Chalet Savoie Faire relaxing this can be easily arranged. Why not book onto one of Nikki’s cookery courses and choose from a range of courses from vegetarian to local Savoyard dishes. Nikki also shares her extensive knowledge of the local area by taking you on gentle walks to discover what the mountains have to offer for the foodie – from mushrooms to local farms producing the local delicious cheeses.
Local French markets are always a treat to visit and there are excellent twice weekly markets in the valley which are definitely worth spending a morning browsing around.
There are many local towns worth visiting within easy striking distance of Chalet Savoie Faire, including the not to be missed lake town of Annecy as well as Bourg St Maurice, Aime, Albertville, Moûtiers and Chambery. These historic alpine towns are fascinating to explore at any time of the year and have much to offer in any season. Nikki can advise you on the best days to visit and have a look at our Calendar to see what’s on in the area.
So however you like your relaxation, be it tackling the famous local Cols on a bike, ski touring the vast and beautiful surrounding backcountry, improving your cookery skills in a specially designed teaching kitchen, enjoying gourmet meals in a quiet village location with stunning views or skiing Les Trois Vallées look no further than Chalet Savoie Faire.
The warmest of welcomes is waiting for you at Nikki and Hugh’s beautifully restored 1900’s Savoyard farmhouse in Fontaine, Naves.
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SUMMER ACTIVITIES
A Big Breath In
Reconnection and Replenishment ahead of La Rentrée Sunday 30th August 9.30 - 14.00 Join Claudia Seymour at Chalet Savoie Faire for a half-day of yoga, meditation, reconnection and replenishment. The mini-retreat starts at 9:30 with a welcome tea & muffin,...
Feel Balanced with Bec Black
As our Summer sizzle subsides and the light turns golden, this great escape will support the change of pace and attention needed to feel BALANCED and centered at this time of year. Take time for yourself to experience an adventure, a journey to consciousness, a place...
Men Cooking in the Mountains with Duncan
Come and join Duncan Burnham on the 4th August at Chalet Savoie Faire. This is a fun, hands on, half day cooking class in a beautiful space. A day designed for men who want to develop a few new skill sets & gain confidence in the kitchen, a step by step guide on...
LIVING BEAUTIFULLY – YOGA & SELF-CARE
24- 26 July 2020 Chalet Savoie Faire & Claudia Seymour Living Beautifully: Yoga and self-care We are delighted to offer a very special weekend retreat to support your re-emergence to life post-confinement. Join us at the luxurious mountain retreat Chalet Savoie...
A CULINARY YOGA RETREAT
Dear dedicated Yogis, A Culinary Yoga Retreat IN THE FRENCH ALPS AUGUST 20 - 23, 2020 * CHALET SAVOIE FAIRE It has been a challenging and unique time and we are all just emerging into our brand new world. We are very unsure about everyone’s thoughts on traveling...
Almond, lemon and cherry clafoutis
Cherry, lemon & almond clafoutis Serves 6 This is the perfect last minute dessert that even the kids can help make. Change up the fruit to blackberries, raspberries, pears and apples. Serve with freshly whipped cream or a vanilla ice-cream. Ingredients 15g plain...
Barley Risotto
Barley Risotto Serves 4 I love to make this meal over the winter months, a generous serving in front of the fire, it’s a true winter warmer and everyone loves the flavours. Ingredients 220g pearl barley, rinsed 40g unsalted butter 4 tbsp olive oil 6 garlic cloves,...
Roasted vegetable filo triangles
Roasted vegetable filo triangles Seves 4 These are such a great way to get rid of left overs in your fridge, you can change up the fillings depending on what you have at hand. Ingredients 1 pkt filo pastry 220g feta cheese handful fresh dill 1 lemon zest 1 sweet...