Self-catering Penthouse apartment Les Iris, is very large and fully equipped for up to 10 people and has great views.
With 3 bedrooms and a cubby hole, it has a combination of various sleeping arrangements. The apartment is based in Col du Corbier on the edge of the Portes du Soleil (one of the largest ski area's in the world) in the French Alps, Haute Savoie, France (near the French/Swiss border) and it is just over an hour drive to Geneva airport.
Col du Corbier is a small resort. The apartment is especially suitable for groups and families - including families with babies and toddlers.
Prices and availability:
Rental period is usually Saturday-Saturday (7 nights). Please note that the hire of bedlinen and a final clean are not included in the price and can be booked seperately.
Depending on the season the apartment is also available for shorter lets (minimum of 3 nights).
Penthouse Les Iris:
The main living area is a large 'L' shaped room (floor area 40 m2) with a vaulted ceiling over the kitchen and dining area.
Kitchen area - fully equipped with fridge, freezer, microwave, electric hob with 4 rings , full sized electric oven/grill, dishwasher, washing machine, clothes airers, toaster, kettle and coffee machine, pots, pans, cutlery etc. Everything is provided for a convenient stay.
Dining area - table, 6 chairs & bench, normally seats 8, but can be extended to seat 12 (3 child high chairs available).
Living area – sofa bed, sofa, benches, TV & DVD player (region 2), CD & Ipod player, coffee table and assorted stools and large pillows, access to large balcony.
The sleeping arrangements are very flexible:
Bedroom 1 – family sized room (floor area 18.5 m2) with 2 meter long double bed (can be split into 2 single beds) & additional single bed, wardrobe, cupboards and sink, access to balcony. This room also has a screen and DVD player that can be used.
Bathroom - bath with shower, wash basin, w.c.
Bedroom 2 - family sized room (floor area 13.5 m2) with double bed (can be split into 2 single beds) & two single beds, fitted wardrobe and sink.
Bedroom 3 - (floor area 7.6 m2) double bed and wardrobe.
Shower room - shower, wash basin, w.c.
Cubby Hole - cosey low roofed area with large Velux window, fitted with futon type beds (2 beds of 1.90m x 0.80m), ideal for youngster or adventurous adult.
Living area - double sofa bed.
Extra's for the little one:
Two baby travel cots, 3 high chairs, play pen, change mat, microwave steriliser and nappy bin are available on request, no extra charge (no linen provided).
Pillows, duvets & bed linen:
There are pillows and duvets provided. Guests are responsible for providing their own bed linen, kitchen linen and towels (sheets, duvet covers, pillow cases and towels). There are local arrangements for hiring linen and towels for €14 per person per week (please ask for more details).
Cleaning:
A full clean is included in the rental fee.
Garage, parking and storage:
There is ample onsite parking and for those guests who need a large secure storage area there is the possibility of using a full sized garage. There is also a lockable ski cave for guest use.
Heating and lighting:
Les Iris is energy efficient having a very high level of insulation. In addition to the underfloor heating in the main living area, each room has an electric radiator with individual controls; this allows guests to control the temperature in their bedroom by simply turning down the radiator rather than having to open windows and doors. Energy efficient lighting is standard and the cost of the electricity is included in the weekly rental.
Food and restaurants:
The Col du Corbier has a restaurant in the village. Nearby in Le Biot and St. Jean d'Aulps there are bakeries, a little supermarket, more shops and eateries. For the large weekly shop, there is a large Carrefour as well as a petrol station with one of the best prices in the area on the D902 just outside St. Jean d'Aulps, between St. Jean d'Aulps and Morzine. For those using Sat Navs the coordinates are: N (phone number hidden), E 6.65633.
Internet access & wifi
There is wifi available in Penthouse Les Iris.
Please note that we are in a remote area and speed can vary.
Locally you further can get access to the internet in:
Le National – Bar, Pizza's & Paninis (eat in and take away)
Plan D'Avoz
Saint Jean D'Aulps
74430 France
(about 10 minutes drive from Drouzin le Mont)
Le National has free wifi.
There is also free wifi, internet access available at Café le Franco-suisse in Abondance (also about 10 minutes drive away from Drouzin le Mont).
There is free wifi available in serveral shops in Thonon Les Bains.
Entertainment in Penthouse Les Iris
For the evenings or when you just fancy being at the apartment, there is a range of games available for all ages to play. There is also a good choice of DVD's and a TV where you can hook up your own game consoles and some books available for you to read.
The TV has 20+ French channels and 20+ English channels. There is an extra TV screen and DVD player in the family bedroom.
Transport
Col du Corbier is a small rural village near the French / Swiss border.
The closest airport is Geneva. The drive from Geneva airport is about an hour.
During part of the winter months there is a bus service (4x per day) from Col du Corbier to St. Jean D'Aulps connecting the apartment to the local ski resorts. There are more buses available from Le Biot, which is 5 kilometres down the mountain from Drouzin le Mont.
To get around during your stay we advice clients to arrange transport before departure. If you do not wish to hire a car / bring your own, we can arrange for locals to transport you around (subject to their availability). Please contact us to request about availability and a quote for the trips that you would like to make as early as possible.
House rules:
Pack loads of humor and have fun during your stay!
The building rules forbid the wearing of ski boots in the building and storage of skis in any of the apartments. Guests are therefore asked to leave skis and snowboards etc in the ski locker or garage and not to wear skis or walking boots in the building or apartment.
Please note: Les Iris is a Smoking Free Zone.