Chalet Kalyssia

There's more to see inside - this luxury chalet for 11 (10 adults) also has a pool room, a steam room and a wine cellar.

The accommodation is in two parts - the main house has three bedrooms for seven people, and the annexe has two en-suite double bedrooms for four people and a sitting room, making it perfect for a family who enjoy their own space. This area also offers an additional single bed.

The property is just 9km drive from the fascinating medieval town of Annecy, where you'll find a castle, wonderful canal-side restaurants and shops as well as antique and produce markets. If you'd rather stay closer to home, there is a good choice of restaurants, cafes, bars and shops in Saint-Jorioz, which also has a lakeside beach.

If you're visiting in winter, you can ski at the family-friendly ski resort of Semnoz, just 15 minutes away, or the larger Aravis resorts of La Clusaz and Le Grand Bornand, which are an hour's drive away.

The wonderful garden at Chalet Kalyssia is completely enclosed, making it perfectly safe for children and pets to play and let off steam.

About the property...

The luxury accommodation at Chalet Kalyssia is set over three floors. The main entrance on the ground floor takes you into a large changing room where you can store all your outside clothes - and grab a seat on the chairlift while you get ready! There's also a separate WC.

The rest of the floor is taken up by the stunning open-plan living area, beautifully decorated with old wood and soft neutral shades. There are cosy sofas in front of the gas fireplace, a large dining table with room for everyone to eat together, and a stylish fully-equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar and central island. This room also opens onto a balcony with stunning views over the lake and the mountains and a series of terraces, with a barbecue area, sunbeds, hot tub, playhouse and swimming pool.

You'll find the stunning master suite, featuring a king size bed, and en suite with a glass shower on a mezzanine area overlooking the living room.

There are two more bedrooms on the lower floor - one is a double with an extra single bed, and the other is a large double with a shower room. There's another shower room in the leisure area - work out in the gym or relax in the steam room or spa bath. At the other end of this floor is the wine cellar, where you can share a bottle with friends.

The fourth and fifth en-suite double bedrooms can be found in the annexe, which also has a large living room with a snooker table, sofas and an additional single bed (please refer to our floor plan and photos). It's an ideal space for a family who would like their own privacy.

The garage has room for one car, and there's also room to store skis and bikes. More parking is available outside.

About the area...

Saint-Jorioz, near the medieval town of Annecy, is one of the many beautiful lakeside villages that are dotted around Lake Annecy. It has a good selection of shops and restaurants, as well as a beach and a lakeside footpath - a great option for walkers and cyclists.

There are more shops and restaurants in Annecy. On a sunny day, enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the canalside restaurants and watch the world go by. There are also some delightful independent shops, three weekly produce markets, and a monthly antiques market.

 If you are staying at Chalet Kalyssia in the winter, you can ski at the small, family-friendly resort of Semnoz (26km), where you can buy a lift pass by the hour.  It's a great way for beginners to find their ski legs. The resort of La Sambuy, near Seythenex, south of Lake Annecy, is less than an hour away and has 10 pistes ranging from green to black. The Aravis stations of La Clusaz, Le Grand Bornand and Manigod are all less than an hour away, and offer 220km of superb skiing between them.

In December, Annecy gets the festive spirit, with Christmas markets, concerts and an open air ice rink. In February, there's a Venetian carnival, when hundreds of masked and costumed figures parade around the cobbled streets and bridges posing for photographs.

In the summer, the town has something for everyone - a romantic old town steeped in history, fine dining, boutique shopping, watersports, mountain activities and picturesque villages to explore. Take a cruise on the lake, or pick up some local specialities at the Sunday food market.

If you have a little more time and energy, enjoy a round of golf or hire bikes and cycle the 44km route around the lake. The more energetic might prefer to tackle the mountain routes, which often feature in the Tour de France.

Annecy is also the paragliding centre of France and it’s an adrenalin-filled way to get a whole new perspective on the city.

As the summer turns to autumn, the city celebrates the return of the animals from the pasture (Retour des Alpages) - local produce is the star of this popular festival, when the streets are packed with folk bands, food stalls and cows. Other dates for your diary are the Festival International du Film d'Animation in June and the Lake Annecy marathon in April. Even if you're not running, it's a great spectacle and the atmosphere in the town is buzzing!

What's next?

If you are looking for a five-star base where you can enjoy the mountains and the lake, Chalet Kalyssia sounds just perfect for you! Why not check your holiday dates against our calendar - we can hold a provisional booking for 24 hours while you finalise your arrangements. But remember to come back  - it would be a shame to miss your chance to stay in this unique property.