The French Alps has become a destination of choice for serious cyclists. The French Alps have some amazing scenarios and the perfect way to see as much as possible is on your bike. With peace of mind and security we have tracked down places to stay in the Alps where you can keep your bike in secure storage. Somewhere where you can keep your cycle and bike box safe at night time and non cycling days.
Chalet Lys Martagon – Samoens
Chalet Lys Martagon is a modern alpine chalet comprising 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms sleeping 6/9 people. This bright and spacious chalet is beautifully arranged over three floors, offering an impressive 76m2 of living space. It features a comfortable lounge with ample seating around the log fire for those cosy nights in. The owners have equipped the property to a very high standard, with a wonderful homely feel incorporating plenty of locally sourced quality alpine furnishings.
A private locked garage provides secure, sheltered parking as well as great storage for ski equipment and bikes, while private off street parking is also available. Find out more.
Apartment Biollet – Samoens
Apartment Biollet is a 54m2 luxurious 2 bedroom apartment, with a private garden, hot tub and cosy log fire. The apartment sleeps 4/6 people in comfort and is located in a prestigious development in Samoens, constructed by local artisans. Situated in an enviable elevated south facing position, apartment Biollet is a 12 minute walk into the historic village of Samoens with its numerous shops, cafes, bars and restaurants.
Apartment Biollet benefits from a private lockable underground garage and parking space, equipped with luxurious boot warmers, as well as a ski locker and ample space for all of your outdoor gear. Guests can enjoy the use of a private hot tub during any week of the year, with changing views throughout each of the seasons.
Apartment Biollet is also ideally located for summer holiday fun. A nearby summer walking trail meanders all the way up the south-facing slopes that overlook the Giffre valley. For biking enthusiasts there are a number of nearby mountain bike trails, and road cyclists will not want to miss the Col de Joux Plane climb, which starts just minutes from the chalet. Find out more.
Apartment La Bottiere – Samoens
Apartment La Bottiere is a light and contemporary 3 bedroom apartment, located perfectly for year round holidays in Samoens. The apartment offers 71m2 (8m2 below 1.8m high) of split level accommodation, cleverly laid out with two separate living areas to provide a bright and airy feel. The apartment offers an attractive mix of contrasting colours and textures, combining wood effect units and neutral tone tiles, with dark stone sinks and work surfaces. The apartment enjoys a particularly uplifting feel, thanks to a double height living space and its south facing orientation.
A private cave offers storage space for ski equipment/bikes, while ample parking is available behind the building.
Mountain bikers will find themselves a short cycle from the Grand Massif Express gondola, open during July and August and offering access to a great variety of trails. Road bikers will find the start of the famous Col du Joux Plane climb just 400m away, with many more relaxing valley floor options also available! Find out more.
No.1 Chalet L’Orlaya – Samoens
No. 1 Chalet L’Orlaya is a luxury apartment with a hot tub, in a tranquil yet convenient location in the beautiful resort of Samoens. Offering 3 spacious ensuite bedrooms and spanning 87m2, the property can sleep 6/8 people in great comfort and modern alpine style.
The property has been furnished to a very high standard by its owners who have selected only the finest local furnishings and fittings. Throughout you will find a fabulous mixture of wood, neutral and grey tones, providing both a fresh and elegant environment. The apartment makes the most of it’s stunning surroundings with the numerous large windows and glass doors offering idyllic valley views from every room, creating a light and uplifting atmosphere.
A private cave is available with ski boot warmers and ski/snowboard racks which add to the convenience and luxury of the apartment. There is also bike storage for the exclusive use of guests in the Chalet.
Cyclists will enjoy the summer downhill trails from the Grand Massif lifts as well as following part of the often used Tour de France route up to the Col de Joux – a challenging 1000m climb for 12km from the Samoens village centre. Find out more.
Chalet du Mont des Fraises – Samoens
Chalet du Mont des Fraises is a stunning 420m2 luxurious alpine chalet, sleeping 10 people in 5 bedrooms. One of the many highlights is a private 9 metre swimming pool, surrounded by sunny decking and lawn, positioned in the peaceful and secluded private gardens. The chalet also features a wonderful bubbly hot tub, which offers beautiful views to the surrounding mountains. Chalet du Mont des Fraises has been awarded an official 4 star rating by the Samoens tourist office.
For those looking to explore the wonderful alpine vistas surrounding the chalet, there are several walking/cycling paths which pass close to the chalet, with everything from gentle strolls to soaring peaks on your doorstep. Chalet du Mont des Fraises comes complete with a large double garage ideal for 2 vehicles and loads of bike storage. Mountain bikers are equally well catered for, with fantastic trails leading towards the nature reserve in Sixt, or towards Samoens and the Grand Massif Express, open July and August, and giving access to an impressive and ever expanding network of trails. Find out more.
Chalet Lys Martagon – Samoens
Chalet Lys Martagon is a modern alpine chalet comprising 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms sleeping 6/9 people. This bright and spacious chalet is beautifully arranged over three floors, offering an impressive 76m2 of living space. It features a comfortable lounge with ample seating around the log fire for those cosy nights in. The owners have equipped the property to a very high standard, with a wonderful homely feel incorporating plenty of locally sourced quality alpine furnishings.
a private locked garage provides secure, sheltered parking as well as great storage for ski equipment and bikes, while private off street parking is also available.
In the summer months a number of walking and mountain bike trails can be accessed within minutes of the property. The GR5, a long distance footpath stretching from the Hook of Holland to Nice, passes close to the chalet along the banks of the Giffre river. It is just one of many walks, long or short, that can be enjoyed from the front door of the chalet. The Grand Massif Express lift is also open throughout July and August, providing guests with access to even more hiking and biking options. find out more.
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