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Summer Chalet holidays in the Alps<\/a> are becoming more and more popular. Heading to mountain resorts in the heat provides people with a break from the stuffiness and\u00a0humidity associated with hot holidays.<\/p>\n

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The high altitude offers\u00a0fresh air and there is stunning scenery at every turn. Combine this with an abundance of outdoor activities, local markets,\u00a0events\u00a0and\u00a0alpine restaurants, who wouldn’t want to take a trip to the Alps the summer? All one requires now is a luxury chalet\u00a0to relax in!\u00a0Update 2017: Visit our new website Alps In Luxury<\/strong> to discover the best Luxury Summer Chalets in the Alps<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In this blog we take a look at the most popular\u00a0summer alpine resorts and the best chalets on offer…<\/p>\n

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Chamonix<\/h2>\n

The French resort of Chamonix<\/a> is arguably more popular in the summer as during the winter ski season! Only an hour from Geneva Airport, it is the perfect destination for families with children.<\/p>\n

The list of outdoor activities is endless and includes hiking<\/a>, rock climbing<\/a>, paragliding<\/a>, golf<\/a>, cycling & mountain biking<\/a> and horse riding<\/a>. If you’d prefer a relaxing week in the sun there is a nearby lake for water sports, weekly food markets to amble around or sightseeing tours of famous tourist hot spots such as the Aiguille du Midi and Tramway du Mont Blanc.\u00a0For more information on activities check out Chamonix’s official website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Chalet Cragganmore<\/a>\u00a0is a\u00a0superb six bedroom chalet offering stunning views of the Alps and a unique contemporary interior.\u00a0Located beside the Chamonix Golf Club<\/a>, it\u00a0is ideally situated for accessing the walking trails in the valley and the shops, bars and restaurants of the cosmopolitan town centre which are only a five minute drive away.<\/p>\n

The chalet features an outdoor jacuzzi, gym, sauna, children’s games room, panoramic windows, a large garden and an indoor climbing wall. If you are a larger party there is also neighbouring Chalet Dalmore<\/a> to rent which has an outdoor swimming pool also!<\/p>\n

Megeve<\/h2>\n

The traditional French resort of Megeve<\/a> offers a postcard\u00a0perfect picture of summer in the Alps. Cow bells ring lazily through rolling meadows and pastures, there are wild flowers and pine forests, stunning lakes and cobbled village streets complete with a chapel.<\/p>\n

The resort offers hundreds of walking and biking trails with stunning views of the Mont Blanc Massif. It is well known for its prestigious 18-hole golf course on the Mont d’Arbois plateau and also welcomes the\u00a0Mont Blanc race<\/a>, which\u00a0is one of the most legendary and longest one-day events in the mountain biking world.<\/p>\n

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Morzine<\/h2>\n

The Portes du Soleil is fast becoming a favourite\u00a0year round resort. When the ski season ends, Morzine<\/a>, Chatel<\/a> and Les Gets<\/a> has a packed summer calendar from June to September.
\nAside from the well\u00a0known outdoor activities and local markets, Morzine is a mecca for biking.\u00a0The PassPortes du Soleil mountain bike festival<\/a> marks the official opening of the lifts for the summer season and the resort plays host to a number of\u00a0exciting events throughout the summer including\u00a0elite road cycling, motorbike festivals and car rally’s. The Tour de France<\/a> itself passes through the resort mid-July! Check out the\u00a0full list of summer sporting activities in Morzine<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Twenty26<\/a> is a unique chalet with a modern boutique twist on traditional alpine style. Situated in private grounds just moments from the centre of Morzine and at the start of the Vallee de la Manche, in an idyllic and private location. It has devine views up and down the valley.<\/p>\n

The chalet has it’s own 6 metre indoor swimming pool with counter current, an outdoor hot tub and barrel sauna, steam room, wine cellar, cinema room with games area and a wrap around balcony. Being set in private grounds, Chalet Twenty26 offers an unrivaled and beautiful summer setting.<\/p>\n

Verbier<\/h2>\n

The Swiss resort of Verbier<\/a> is positioned on a sunny south-facing plateau offering a unique and panoramic view of the Mont-Blanc and the Combins massif. Offering visitors over 500km of signposted walking trails, 826km of biking itineraries, two golf courses, paragliding, climbing routes and if one is feeling really adventurous, they can even climb to the summit of Mont-Fort providing breathtaking views from the Matterhorn to Mont Blanc.<\/p>\n

The Verbier landscape is superb and is also home to the second biggest nature reserve in Switzerland, Haut Val de Bagnes<\/a>.\u00a0Key events this summer include the Montreux Jazz Festival, the Verbier Classical Music Festival and International Horse Jumping. Find out more on the official Verbier tourist website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Perfectly positioned on Chemin de Clambin, Le Ti<\/a> is a fabulous one of a kind stand-alone chalet located in the heart of Verbier. Intricately designed embracing authentic woods, luxurious fabrics and handpicked antiques, Le Ti is the finest example of a traditional alpine home.<\/p>\n

Sleeping six adults and three children, it is a wonderful base for families or a group of friends looking to experience the very best that Verbier has to offer. Who wouldn’t want to relax on this outdoor terrace or take a dip in the hot tub whilst soaking up the sunshine?<\/p>\n

Zermatt<\/h2>\n

Ah Zermatt<\/a>, not only does it offer skiing 365 days a year (the only resort to claim this) but you can be slaloming in the morning and sunbathing in the afternoon! Similar to Morzine with its biking, Zermatt is extremely popular with mountain climbing enthusiasts. Steeped in history and with the infamous Matterhorn towering over this beautiful traditional Village, it is easy to see why people are happy to make the near four-hour trip from Geneva.\u00a0Having visited the resort myself I can honestly say trust me it is worth it!<\/p>\n