Again in January my pal Chloe and I visited Chilly Powder in Morzine, within the coronary heart of the French Alps. We had been excited for a ski vacation within the famend Portes du Soleil area – recognized for its gorgeous views, apres ski, and naturally, sunshine.
Barely anxious, provided that I hadn’t skied for about 5 years, and her 10 – we’d each had infants since then as effectively.
However, Chloe and I are at all times up for a problem and with 4 nights away from our lives to sit up for, we actually wished to take advantage of it.
The chalet lodging
Chilly Powder is an unbiased chalet firm with three predominant chalets. We stayed at ‘Au Coin du Feu’ which means ‘by the hearth’.
Its identify completely encapsulated the ambiance. With a big open log hearth in the principle lounge, picket beams, and cosy nooks, the chalet was heat and filled with character.
Au Coin du Feu had all of the Alpine attraction you’d need from a ski vacation. Our room had two single beds with wardrobes by the aspect of them, a chest of drawers and an ensuite rest room. We additionally had a patio outdoors the second door, which had a full window searching to the mountain. There was additionally an (unused) TV, a full size mirror and coat rack by the door.
Everybody obtained a Chilly Powder dressing robe too, to be used across the sizzling tub – extra on that later.
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Chilly Powder location
One of many largest attracts of Chilly Powder is its unbeatable location. Located simply 50 metres from the Prodains cable automotive, which provides direct entry to the Avoriaz ski space, you’ll by no means have to fret about trudging by means of city in heavy ski boots.
Sadly it was an unusually low ski fall time after we had been there, so we did need to stroll the 50 metres, however normally, you may ski proper up the chalet on the finish of the day to make the expertise really feel much more magical.
On the final day, we had a number of hours earlier than we left however didn’t need to ski so we obtained the bus into Avoriaz – it was lush! A very nice Alpine city with some nice wanting eating places and cafes, and I want we’d completed the route down into the city – one other day and we undoubtedly would’ve.
When you’re up within the cable automotive although, a fantastic world of snow awaits.
In the summertime, the placement is equally enviable, providing easy accessibility to mountain climbing and biking trails, stunning mountain lakes, and journey parks.
The meals at Chilly Powder
Should you’re a foodie, you’re in for a deal with. Chilly Powder prides itself on its gastronomic delights. The cooks at Chilly Powder put together dishes utilizing native and seasonal components, mixing conventional French delicacies with international influences. After I take into consideration the meals now, 8 months after our go to, I bear in mind the curry night time as my favorite. Good hearty meals after a day on the slopes.
The wine listing can be well-curated, that includes native Alpine wines that completely complement the menu – and it’s free flowing!
I’d by no means really stayed at a chalet like this earlier than and cherished the chance to speak to the opposite visitors within the night as we had been all served at huge tables, on the identical time. We sat close to some actually fascinating folks and it’s good to listen to others’ tales about the place to go and what they’ve completed that day.
For breakfast, count on every part from freshly baked croissants to a day by day particular. And after an extended day of actions, you’ll discover selfmade desserts and sizzling drinks ready to recharge your power for an Afternoon Tea earlier than dinner.
Chalet night time off
As soon as per week, the chalet has an evening off. We initially had a taxi booked to enter Avoriaz, however truthfully, we had been exhausted from all of the snowboarding! As an alternative we went to Le Cable Restaurant over the highway and didn’t remorse it – it was fab.
We each went for the home beef burger with fries. Good glass of purple on the aspect after a day on the slopes – excellent!
Visiting Chilly Powder with a household
It was simply me and Chloe, however each of us are mums so we’re at all times fascinated about the infants. We each agreed Chilly Powder can be an important place for the children, and for a younger household to be taught to ski.
Chilly Powder is especially well-known for its family-friendly method. There’s a devoted kids’s menu, video games rooms, and childcare providers too – it’s the right place for households who need to benefit from the mountains collectively. You’ll be able to see extra of the amenities for those who watch my video above.
Whether or not you want ski faculty suggestions (we had an important lesson with Avoriaz Alpine Ski College), tools rental, or simply somebody to maintain the little ones entertained whilst you hit the slopes, Chilly Powder has you coated.
Wellness and leisure
On a minimum of two of our evenings at Chilly Powder we headed again from the slopes and obtained straight within the sizzling tub. So lush to observe the colorful sundown with a Prosecco and a woolly hat in our swimming costumes. Surrounded by the crisp alpine air, it was the right finish to our days.
You would additionally get a therapeutic massage on website, within the yurt, however we refrained. Can’t have an excessive amount of pleasure on one journey, are you able to?!
Ski and tools rent
Getting our ski and tools rent at Chilly Powder was an absolute dream. It was all purchased to the tools room at Au Coin de Feu and it was prepared for us on arrival, due to Doorstep Skis. This included our skis, helmets, boots and poles.
Two guys from Doorstep Skis got here to test we had been blissful, and convey a number of spares, but it surely all match completely and we had been all completed inside about ten minutes. They ship throughout Morzine and the encircling areas.
We’d crammed in a measurement and weight questionnaire beforehand – I genuinely assume it was the primary time I didn’t have some type of situation and have to return for resizing.
Then you definately simply depart your stuff within the floor ground tools room whilst you’re there, and put your boots on the heated racks. We took our helmets to our room, however you could possibly depart these too.
Why select Chilly Powder?
Chilly Powder blends the comforts of a boutique resort with the heat and cosiness of a personal chalet. This family-run operation felt homely, and cherished, reasonably than simply one other ski chalet. The employees had been all pretty, and couldn’t do sufficient for you.
Behind the corporate
Chilly Powder luxurious chalets, Morzine
Chilly Powder operates all yr spherical, so it’s excellent whether or not you’re seeking to hit the ski slopes or hop in your mountain bike. There are intensive winter vacation packages on supply for people, teams and households with winter costs ranging from €995 per individual per week primarily based on two adults sharing a double or twin bed room or €2,760 per week for 2 adults and two kids sharing an ordinary household room. Costs primarily based on a half board foundation with wine included in night meals.
Childcare amenities are additionally accessible with costs beginning at €350 per week and ski faculty for €320 per week. The chalet additionally provides self-catered and B&B choices in each summer season and winter, and is offered for weddings and occasions.
To be taught extra or to creating a reserving, contact Chilly Powder on [email protected] or 020 7289 6958 or go to chillypowder.com
