Chez Léon
WELCOME TO CHALET CHEZ LÉON
Your personal place of well-being in the middle of nature.
Experience the authenticity of the mountains with all the comforts. Our chalet is located in the French commune of Champagny-en-Vanoise overlooking the breathtaking scenery of the French Alps. The landscape, the numerous activities and our cozy chalet will surely offer you a unique experience. The newly opened chalet for up to 14 people is ideal for those who enjoy nature and its beauty and want to take a little time out. The perfect place to spend precious time with friends and family.
Watch our walkthrough video to get some first impressions of our beautiful chalet
THE CHALET
14 people
5 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
170 m²
About the Chalet
The goal of our chalet is to make your vacation as pleasant and comfortable as possible, in an atmosphere that leaves little to be desired. Chez Leon is very cozy and furnished with great attention to detail to offer you an authentic vacation in the mountains. The two-story house with cellar can comfortably accommodate 14 people. On the first floor is the open, heated living area (50 m²) with fully equipped kitchen, large table for 14 people and 2 sitting areas with TV corner. Here you will also find a storage room, a fireplace stove and a sauna as well as the first bedroom. All other bedrooms are located on the 1st floor. Another highlight is the basement, which is equipped with a pool table, table soccer and a dartboard. The sun can be enjoyed outside on our beautiful terrace with outside furnishing.
EQUIPMENT
Playroom
with a pool table, foosball table and darts
Storage facility + boot heater
to keep all your skis/boots/sledges in one place and heat up to 15 pairs of boots
Sauna
for relaxation and well deserved wellness
WiFi + TV
to switch off after your adventures
Fully equipped kitchen
with a big sitting area indoors and outdoors
Indoor fire place
in the living room for cozy evenings
Shower- and Bathroom Towels
placed on every bed
Travel with children
baby bed and high chair are available
LOCATION
Chez Léon
Place St Clair 25
73350 Champagny en Vanoise
From Champagny en Vanoise, follow D91b direction Vallon de Champagny Le Haut. Chez Léon is situated right next to the church of Le Bois
DO & SEE
Snow-covered peaks in winter and flower-strewn meadows in summer. A few grazing cows here and there and the sun on your face make a vacation in the mountains perfect. Luckily, there are plenty of outdoor activities in the region to enjoy the scenery to the fullest. Below are some of our favourites.
WINTER
Valley of Champagny Le Haut
One of Europe's largest and most beautiful Nordic Ski Area's take off at your doorstep
Off the beaten track in the Valley of Champagny le Haut and further on
Unique in Europe thanks to the polar climate in the Valley: La Tour de Glace Champagny Le Haut
Wonder about in the unspoilt nature of a Classified Valley
For the Youngsters... and others :-)
Feel like the king of the valley in your own dog sledge.
Explore the valley on the back of a horse !
Discover the beautiful ice sculptures in the igloo at your doorstep.
Champagny le Bas & Surroundings
Champagny en Vanoise belongs to the huge skiing area of Paradiski (425 km)
You are at 30 minutes drive from the worlds largest ski area Les 3 Vallées - Courchevel Le Praz.
In for an authentic skiing day away from the roaring crowds ? Pralognan will be your favorite...
Breath taking views from up in the air... taking off from Verdons Sud (Champagny skiing area)
Discover the Winter Activities in the wilderness of Vanoise National Parc
The municipal swimming pool features great views on the surrounding mountains
SUMMER
Valley of Champagny Le Haut
Espace Glacialis can be an excellent base to get acquainted with the impressive natural features of the Valley of Champagny le Haut
For young and old... The Gorzdérés footpath
Stroll across the Valley and its Hamlets
Champagny le Bas & Surroundings
Wander around in the endless beauty of unspoilt nature.
Fancy a Challenge ? Take off for the famous "Tour de la Vanoise"
In need of a refreshing dive to wash the dust away ? Get yourself to the tiny lake of Bozel with guarded swimming area. It is free of charge !
Discover the famous cols of the Alps
Explore the beautiful surroundings on two wheels
Raft down the Doron de Bozel or discover any other white-water activities in the region
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Check-in from 16 :00
Check-out at 10:00
Safety
You’ll find a fire extinguisher in the cupboard underneath the stairs You’ll find a fire blanket in the kitchen, next to the garbage bins.
General guidelines
Please do not smoke inside the gîte Please leave take off your shoes/boots at the gîte. We have provided a shoe rack at entrance hall rack. Please keep the entrance of the gîte and the stairs towards the cave free of snow.
Please switch off electrical devices when you don’t use them; in particular
• Heating of the cave
• Heating of the ski-boots
• Sauna
Before leaving the gîte, we kindly ask you to
• Unmake the beds and lay out the sheets and pillowcases on the floor of each room.
• Empty the bins and deposit them in the village waste containers.
• Take the glass to the bottle bank.
• Leave the kitchen clean and put the kitchen utensils back in their original place
(see photos inside the cupboards).
• Wash the dishes or start the dishwasher.
• Clean the equipment. (gourmet/fondue/...)
• Report any damage to the caretaker and place broken items on the table
Download and print our house rules here.
Some of our favourite bars and restaurants close by.
We have listed only some addresses. In Champagny Le Bas there are plenty more options.
Refuge du bois
Eat and drink
Open in winter and summer season
https://refuge-dubois.vanoise.com
Camping Canada
Eat and drink
Open only in summer season
https://en.la-plagne.com/accommodation/campsites-and-mobile-homes/public-campsite-canada
The Laisonay refuge
Eat and drink
Open only in summer season
The Timbale
Après-ski and more
Open all year round
https://www.latimbalechampagny.com/
Sherpa Catering Service
Open in summer and winter season
Daily delivery at the gîte possible!
https://www.sherpa.net/magasins/champagny-en-vanoise
Le Grand Bouquetin
Eat and drink – catering services
Open in winter and summer season
https://en.la-plagne.com/going-out/restaurants/le-grand-bouquetin
Download and print our bar/restaurant tips here.
Here are some near by shops for all your basic needs.
Bakery La Marmottine
Eat and drink Daily delivery at the gîte possible!
Sherpa Small supermarket
Open in summer and winter season
Daily delivery at the gîte possible!
https://www.sherpa.net/magasins/champagny-en-vanoise
Ski rental
Sport2000 belvédère sports will give you a discount of 20% if you are staying at Chez Léon. In the same shop they offer you the free use of a ski deposit box situated at mountain station of the lift starting from Champagny en Vanoise. https://www.sport2000.fr/magasins/fiche/730341-sport-2000-champagny-en-vanoise-belvedere-sports
In Bozel you can find shops that provide things that go beyond the daily needs
Download and print the places to shop here.
Public and private transport possibilities
Shuttle Bus
https://en.la-plagne.com/discover/practical/taxis-transports-car-parks/shuttle-champagny-en-vanoise
During the winter and summer season there is a free shuttle service between Champagy Le Haut and Champagny Le Bas
• The bus stop in Champagny Le Haut is situated at the entrance of the Nordic ski area at a few steps of your doorstep
• The bus stop in Champagny Le Bas is situated in front of the Tourist Office
• You can find the schedule of the bus services in the entrance hall of Chez Léon.
Parking
There is a free parking at the start of the lift, in the centre of Champagny Le Bas.
Taxi
The company Taxi Dunand provides taxi services. It is recommended to book well in advance to be sure of the service
https://en.la-plagne.com/discover/practical/taxis-transports-car-parks/dunand-vanoise-travel
Download or print the transport possibilities here.
Important phone numbers
Medical assistance during office hours (Maison de santé de Bozel):
+33 4 58 83 01 55
https://en.valleedebozel.com/health-centre-of-bozel-services.html
Medical assistance outside of office hours
112
Medical emergency
15
Police
17
Fire Brigade
18
Download or print the transport possibilities here.