Get away from it all and enjoy the great outdoors at this fabulous home in the French Alps
Quick facts
- Manigod - La Clusaz
- Chalet
- Village 4 km
- Sauna, outdoor jacuzzi
- Cosy woodburner, TV room
- Quiet location & splendid views
Full Property Details
- Rate: €1,490 to €4,590 per week
- Location: Manigod - La Clusaz
- Type: Chalet
- Altitude in metres: 1100 m
- Outlook: South
- Sleeps: 10
- Official classification: 4
- Animals welcome
Rooms
- Main rooms: 8
- Number of bedrooms: 5
- Number of double beds: 3
- Number of single beds: 4
- Bath/shower rooms: 5
- Bath(s): 1
- Shower(s): 4
- Separate toilet(s): 3
- Floor area: 250 m2
- Open-plan kitchen
- Number of floors: 3
- Dining seating for: 10
Getting Around
- Parking spaces available: 4
- Town centre: 4 km
- Ski slopes: 10 km
- Nearest ski bus stop: 4 km
- No disabled access
Facilities
- Hot tub
- Sauna
- Fireplace
- Boot warming rack
- Garden / Surrounding Land
- Terrace
- Balcony
Kitchen
- Oven: Electric
- Hob: Electric
- Dining seating for: 10
- Place settings for: 12
- Baby's high chair
- Microwave
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Coffee Machine: Filter
- Dishwasher
- Raclette set
- Fondue set
- Kettle
Bathrooms / Laundry
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Hair Dryer
Bedrooms
- Baby's cot
Garden / Surrounding Land
- Outdoor dining table for: 6
- Outdoor dining seating for: 6
- BBQ: Charcoal
- Garden chairs/sun loungers: 6
- Garden / Surrounding Land: 1260 m2
- Terrace: 20 m2
Hot tub
- Outdoor hot tub
- Capacity: 5
- Temperature: 32 ºC
Entertainment
- Board games
- Indoor children's games
- French TV
- Total TV screens: 1
- DVD player + films
Miscellaneous
- Central heating: elec
- Wood burning stove
- Vacuum cleaner
- Iron
- Boot warming rack
- Internet access
- Free WiFi internet
- Internet download speed: 4.9 Mpbs
- Mobile/GSM data download speed: 0.4 Mpbs
Local places of interest / Within easy reach
- Mountain
- Countryside
- Lake
- River
- Open view
- Village
- Lake: 24 km
- Nearest supermarket: 10 km
Activities nearby
- Cinema
- Night club
- Fishing
- Golf
- Heritage sites
- Hiking
- Mountaineering
- Paragliding
- Rafting
- Horse riding
- Road biking
- Sailing
- Ice skating
- Skiing
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Adventure park
- Mountain biking
- Water sports
- Windsurfing
Inclusions & Restrictions
- Linen provided
- Bath mats provided
- Bath towels provided
- Hand towels provided
- Tea towels provided
- Elec, heat, water provided
- Firewood provided
- Car recommended
- Animals welcome
- Non-smoking rental
Please read
Please be aware that this property is not ideal for toddlers due to the suspended fireplace and the open-tread stairs.
Please Note
Please note: There is a metal "floating" fireplace in the main living space, and open tread staircases therefore the chalet is perhaps not ideal for toddlers.
You MUST have a vehicle which is properly equipped for driving in the Alps in winter.
The chalet is for 10 persons, please note we won't accept more than 1 baby (under 2) on top of the total capacity.
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About Chalet La Croix Meridionale ...
This secluded 4 star chalet just minutes from the excellent ski slopes of the Manigod/La Clusaz region offers stunning views over the Thones valley and Aravis mountains, but is just five minutes by car from Manigod village, where you can pick up fresh bread from the boulangerie or enjoy an excellent meal at Val Sulens restaurant.
The spacious south-facing ski chalet has a wrap-around veranda on three sides, so there is always a sunny spot to relax over a glass of wine, read a book, or catch up with friends. Wifi, a flat-screen TV and plenty of books help to make the chalet the perfect place to relax after an energetic day in the mountains.
A sauna and jacuzzi complete the package, to ensure you get the stress-free holiday you deserve.
The property ...
You’ll love coming home to the beautiful Chalet La Croix Meridionale after a day on the slopes. With five bedrooms, five bathrooms and generous living space, this contemporary chalet comfortably accommodates 10 people.
Wind down on the leather sofas in front of the suspended fireplace in the beautiful open-plan living area, while the kids chill out in the second lounge or in the TV room upstairs. The large dining area means you can all get together to eat, and a granite breakfast bar links the well-equipped kitchen to the lounge, so the cook doesn’t miss out on the conversation.
Three of the bedrooms (one double and two twin) are the lower ground floor, and two of them are en suite. The laundry room and sauna are on this floor too. There are two more double bedrooms (one en suite) as well as a large bathroom, separate toilet and a TV/games room on the top floor. Both of these bedrooms open on to the upper balcony, which is a great place to start your day with a coffee!
At the end of a busy day, relax with a drink on the veranda, which makes the most of the stunning mountain views, or soothe aching legs in the sauna and jacuzzi.
About the area ...
You’ve got the whole of the La Clusaz/Le Grand Bornand ski area at your disposal when you stay at Chalet La Croix Meridionale.
Equipment can be hired in Manigod, and there is an ESF ski school base at the nearby Croix Fry sector of the La Clusaz pistes (altitude 1500m), where parents can enjoy lunch or a drink while youngsters build confidence on the nursery slopes. Floodlights mean you can ski until 1am in La Clusaz on certain dates, and the weekly torchlit descent is an experience you’ll not forget.
Cross-country skiers will find plenty of trails to choose from on the nearby Beauregard plateau (a world cup cross country location), and non-skiers are not forgotten, with a heated indoor/outdoor swimming pool, ice skating rink and cinema, as well as sledging, snow-shoe walking, dog-sledding and sleigh rides.
There is plenty to do in the summer months, too, with no shortage of walks right from the door of Chalet La Croix Meridional - take a picnic or eat al fresco at one of the mountain restaurants. The ski lifts will take walkers or cyclists and their bikes up the mountains, so they can come down at their own pace, and adrenalin junkies can try paragliding, canyoning, climbing, via ferrata or white-water rafting within a few miles of Manigod.
There’s a great swimming pool and fitness centre at La Clusaz, and lots to discover in the medieval town of Annecy, where lovers of water sports will find plenty to occupy them on the cleanest lake in Europe. Back at the chalet, you’ll want to catch the sunset from the fabulous terrace.
What's next?
This delightful chalet is very popular with OVO guests, so if it ticks all your boxes, don't waste any time in checking our availability calendar. If you like, we can hold the property for you for 24 hours while you make your plans with the rest of your party. But don't leave it too long - we'd hate you to miss out on this great property.
“Perfect for friends' getaway”
— Jean Marc D.
“The view is magnificent and the place very peaceful”
— Pure E.
“Large, well-equipped and friendly chalet”
— Laurent A.
Features
- Hot tub
- Sauna
- Amazing views
- Secluded location
- Child friendly
- Wood burning stove
- More
Inclusions
- Free WiFi
- Linen and towels provided
- Firewood provided
- Animals welcome
- Non-smoking rental
- Car recommended
- More
- Check-in: after 16h00
- Check-out: before 09h30
Full list of features, inclusions, activities, nearby points of interest and special conditions:
Deposit
Book 8 weeks or more before your arrival date and pay only 25% to secure your booking.
The full amount of your rental is due 8 weeks prior to your arrival date
Cancellation
Free cancellation if you cancel 6 months or more before your arrival date
· 8 weeks to 6 months before arrival: 25% fee applies
· Less than 8 weeks before arrival: no refund
We recommend that you take out a comprehensive travel insurance policy to cover any costs associated with the potential cancellation or curtailment of your trip.
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Location
Manigod - La Clusaz
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Why Manigod?
Set in one of the most beautiful Alpine valleys, the village of Manigod is a mountain secret that is a delight to discover.
With its own ski area linking into the famed La Clusaz ski resort, Manigod offers fabulous skiing in winter and world class cycling in the summer.
Beautiful chalets are dotted around the mountains, restaurants range from local auberges to Michelin starred, and you can buy locally made pottery and cheeses fresh from the farm.
Getting around
- Ski slopes10 km
- Nearest ski bus stop4 km
- Town centre4 km
- Nearest supermarket10 km
The OVO Network Review
“...perfect for those wanting to recharge their batteries while relaxing in a comfortable spacious chalet with stunning views.”
Chalet La Croix Méridionale is a 5 bedroom 5 bathroom chalet for 10, spread over 3 floors and across 250m2.
Situated in Combource at the end of the beautiful Manigod valley, Chalet La Croix Méridionale is perfect for those wanting to recharge their batteries while relaxing in a comfortable, spacious chalet with stunning views.
With an exterior hot tub, a sauna, two lounges, and a separate TV lounge, there are plenty of great facilities, and lots of space throughout for all to enjoy.
Any chefs in the group will enjoy working in the well-equipped open plan kitchen. The shaded outdoor terrace, accessible from the chalet or the balcony, is ideal for alfresco dining in warmer weather, for taking coffee while watching the snow fall, breathing in the fresh air after a spectacular summer storm, or appreciating the sunsets.
The Alps are a weather watcher's paradise all year round!
Four of the five spacious bedrooms have en suite shower rooms; the fifth is also a double room. If you prefer taking a bath, there is a luxurious roll top bath in the fifth bathroom.
On a practical note each floor has an independent wc.
Out of doors there are walks from the door, open views and very few neighbours.
Some may see the splendid isolation as a drawback - shops, restaurants, and the slopes are a drive away. Others will enjoy the privilege of being able to enjoy the Alpine countryside at its best.
The roads are cleared during the winter by the local commune, but cars must be appropriately equipped for winter weather conditions.
Guests with toddlers might prefer to wait until the little ones are asleep before using the contemporary suspended fireplace. Very young children may need extra supervision on the open tread stairs.
The OVO Network Team.
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From the owner
We feel truly privileged to be the owners of La Croix Méridionale.
“ We feel truly privileged to be the owners of La Croix Meridionale.
When the opportunity arose for us to purchase land upon which we could build a chalet to our specification we were delighted. While we wanted a chalet which from the outside looked like a traditional chalet, we were very keen indeed that it was modern, open and captured as much as was possible of the fantastic views.
It was important to us that on the main floor of the chalet, the living area was open plan and had a wrap around veranda in order to maximise the natural light and the views of the valley and mountains. The chalet faces south and is bathed in light all day.
The galley kitchen and breakfast bench was designed to enable those doing the cooking to socialise as well. We decided to purchase leather sofas and chairs and place them in two specific areas so those that wanted to chat could while those who wanted to curl up with a book and a drink by the suspended fireplace were also able to do so on the main floor.
The undercover balcony on the main floor faces west so that in the summer, we are able to be under cover during the heat of the day while lunching yet have the evening sun shining in as guests either have drinks or dinner outside as the sun sets behind Tournette, the mountain that separates the valley from the Annecy lake. As the chalet was designed to be a comfortable family home we were keen that each of the bedrooms was of good size.
Upstairs we have two double bedrooms.
One has a shower room and the other has use of a large bathroom.
The oversized bath is placed under the skylight so you can soak away the day while watching the stars. Both share a small balcony with great views.
A perfect parents' retreat ! Also upstairs is the games room with a TV connected to a DVD player with lots of films. We spend many a happy family evening after dinner spread out on the leather sofa and bean bags watching comedies. On the lower level we have 3 bedrooms.
The largest double bedroom in the chalet and the room with two single beds both have their own shower rooms.
The 5th bedroom has twin beds and the occupants are able to use the shower in the jacuzzi room along the corridor. The jacuzzi can hold 5 people in comfortable and is a great way of winding down after a day of skiing or walking.
Our personal preference is to use the sauna to soothe tired legs. The main entry to the chalet is into an entrance hall where we have a placed a bench so you can remove outdoor shoes and boots.
We have a boot warmer here so that wet ski boots and gloves can be dried (and then warmed up again the following morning before heading off to the slopes).
The chalet was finished in 2006 and we have been so happy with it ever since. We love it in all seasons and are only saddened by the fact that with busy professional lives, we are not able to be there nearly as much as we would like.
We have skiied at La Clusaz for 10 years. As a family we have had some truly memorable days traversing the 5 mountains that make up the La Clusaz ski area.
Starting from La Croix Fry, the closest station to the chalet, we usually ski a complete loop taking in all the ski areas including the Aiguille and Le Balme. Over the years alot of improvements have occurred with high speed chairs and telecabines being introduced throughout the area.
We also regularly head over to Le Grand Bornand which has some wide open pistes, perfect for younger children, as well as some large mogul runs. We always hire whatever equipment we need from the friendly staff at Intersport at Croix Fry.
In the summer there are a lot of fantastic walks from the chalet. Our favourite is the walk up Mt Charvin to the lake just beneath the summit. We always take a picnic.
From just above the lake you have a fantastic view across the Megeve valley to the Mt Blanc range - truly stunning on a clear day.
Another favourite walk from the chalet is up through the trees above to either Croix Fry or Merdassier for a well deserved lunch at one of the restaurants.
Our kids, now teenagers, still love the lake at Annecy in the summer. We usually hire a pedalo and head out to the middle of the lake to swim in the pure and amazingly warm water.
Annecy itself is wonderful and we inevitably end up coming back home to the chalet with fantastic cakes and tarts. While it is a family ritual to eat at least once at the Hotel du Commerce in Thones on every visit, and always have the gastronomique menu too, we prefer to spend most nights at the chalet enjoying the views.
We have hung in the chalet a large number of paintings we have bought while travelling the world including paintings from Cuba and Bali. A number of the paintings in the chalet are by Australian Aborigines, purchased in Australia while visiting relatives.
This is the reason why we decided to name the chalet La Croix Meridionale, the Southern Cross, after the constellation of stars seen only in the southern hemisphere and on the Australian flag. We do hope you love our Manigod home as much as we do. ”
Tess and Matt McGrath
Who is the owner?
OVO Network is the official booking partner for Chalet la Croix Meridionale.
Your booking will be made directly with Tessa & Matt, who will also take and hold your payment until your arrival.
- Property owner:
- Tessa & Matt
- Trusted partner since:
- 2009
- Completed bookings:
- 323
Every stay includes
WiFi
Personal greeting
Local tips & concierge
Linen & towels
Sparkling cleaning
Guest reviews
“Perfect for friends' getaway”
Very pleasant chalet, well equipped, perfect for a stay with friends.
— Jean Marc D. Mar 2023
“The view is magnificent and the place very peaceful”
We really enjoyed the setting and the chalet. The view is magnificent and the place very peaceful.
— Pure E. Feb 2023
“Large, well-equipped and friendly chalet”
Large, well-equipped and friendly chalet, peaceful location and magnificent view.
— Laurent A. Dec 2022
“We really enjoyed our stay.”
It's a beautiful chalet in a beautiful location. Corinne, the house manager, was kind and very helpful. We stayed with a group of 9 and we all enjoyed it very much.
— Mirjam V. Oct 2022
“We recommend the place without hesitation!”
Top notch chalet with a great view. Very clean and well equipped. We recommend the place without hesitation!
— Morgane C. Jul 2022
“A great stay in an idyllic setting”
We'll be back!
— Maxime T. Apr 2022
“Very pleasant location!”
Very pleasant location with the chalet facing south and a superb view. Corinne is very efficient and available.
— Francoise R. Feb 2022
“Perfect for a relaxing stay”
The description is representative of the chalet and we had a lovely warm welcome from Corinne.
— Pierre B. Jan 2022
“Excellent stay!”
The chalet is ideally located in a quiet area with a great view. The chalet is spacious and very well equipped: sauna, jacuzzi, TV room with DVD, games, good cooking appliances and plenty of crockery. The beds were made on arrival, towels were provided and we also had shower gel and shampoo at our disposal.Corinne, the manager, was there on arrival and available during our stay to help with any problems we had. It was great!
— Sylvie D. Aug 2021
“An outstanding view!”
The ideal accommodation for a summery week-end with my friends. The activities in La Clusaz are easily accessible. Big thanks for your availability. We had a great stay. See you again soon...
— Mélany R. Jun 2021
“A magnificent, well-equipped chalet”
A well equipped chalet is a secluded location - a superb location. The facilities were the best, as were the location and management..
— Pascal L. May 2021
“Simply perfect”
Fantastic welcome and service from Corinne. Exceptional surroundings. High quality chalet. A wonderful week!
— Alban B. May 2021
“Relaxation for everyone”
Thank you Corinne (the manager) for your availability and reactivity. The chalet is great for 10 people (6 adults and 4 children), the sauna and outdoor hot tub add to the comfort of the place, for a relaxing (and festive!) stay.
— Matthieu F. Mar 2021
“Absolutely to recommand for an agreable stay”
Great area with a superbe view. Good equipped chalet.
— Romy M. Feb 2021
“Everything for perfect holiday”
The chalet is located in a breathtaking location, the view is incredible. It is spacious, well equipped (for cooking, entertaining, relaxing) ... like at home: games, basic cooking products, cleaning products, everything is planned so that we do not have to worry about a thing. Impeccable cleanliness, even in the details! Corinne the manager is a great person who puts a lot of heart into doing what she does and it shows. No suggestion except that accessing the chalet is a real ordeal for the fearful, but discovering the chalet at the end of this incredible road is a great reward!
— Thuy-Vi D. Jan 2021
“Everything was perfect!”
A wonderful, well fitted chalet in a splendid landscape.
— Peter V. Aug 2020
“Beautiful place to enjoy nature!”
Chalet la Croix Meridionale is a beautiful place for families and friends to enjoy nature and the amazing mountain views. The sunrises are beautiful! Outside the chalet, you can take a walk in the mountains or go for a run. It's a 15-minute drive to the slopes in Manigod, so you definitely need a car. You should order your baguettes and croissants from the Boulangerie close to the chalet. They bring them every morning at 8:30 am for a little extra, and they are delicious!
— Mareike U. Dec 2019
“Great stay and nice chalet”
Excellent stay at chalet la Croix Méridionale! Beautiful chalet, breathtaking view and nice hiking in the area. Corinne was so nice and welcoming! We really loved it! Thanks for that.
— Eric D. Jul 2019
“A cosy home from home”
What a week we have just had! Our group have loved staying at the chalet. It was just perfect for our groups requirements. We made full use of the hot tub day and night. The views are stunning- my favourite was from the window on the right above the brown leather settee. The sledges were great for our little boy who loved sliding down the slope by the steps in the garden. The living space was ideal for us especially having the different seating areas-we could all be together but not crammed into one tight space. Kitchen was fab and very well equipped. Great idea having 2 fridges freezers for large groups.The bedroom configuration worked perfectly for us all.Corinne the chalet manager was lovely. Her English was very good. Toilet facilities on every floor were a bonus. Great idea with the boot room to hang coats in and out shoes in and added bonus of boot warner. The suspended wood burning stove was a super centre piece with members of the group commenting on how they would love one! A home from home, comfy and cosy. We would definitely look at returning in the future!
— Andrew B. Jan 2019
“We wouldn't hesitate to recommend this chalet!”
We enjoyed a ""vintage car"" weekend with friends at Chalet Meridionale. The chalet is in a magnificent area - quiet with an unbelievable view. It is well managed and perfectly equipped. Everyone in our group of five couples loved it. The cleanliness is faultless, and the welcome from Corinne was perfect. Don't hesitate to book!
— Sébastien B. Sep 2018
“Beautiful chalet in a great setting.”
The view of the mountains from the jacuzzi is wonderful! Corinne is a great host and is available to help out with any queries / requests you may have. We would recommend this chalet for serenity, calm and tranquillity with beautiful views either with friends or family.
— Orla M. Jul 2018
“A really lovely holiday in a superb setting”
Thank you very much for this superb holiday. The chalet was clean and very well equipped. We loved the beds, the spa, the kitchen and the living room. We made the most of the spa and the sledges! The road going up is a little narrow, but the setting is ideal and we really loved the view, the peace and the walks.
— Laura M. Mar 2018
“Very comfortable chalet”
My family all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at La Croix Meridionale, all the facilities were great.Very comfortable and warm chalet.We really liked the fantastic views and being close to ski resorts.
— Jane H. Dec 2017
“A very good stay”
We had a great Christmas in this chalet.We enjoyed the hot tub, and the interior space of the chalet.Everything is very well designed: the bedrooms are large, the bathrooms are convenient and comfy, the kitchen is practical, and the outside space is well-designed for kids. Many thanks to the very efficient OVO Network team, and to the manager who was very helpful.
— Catherine F. Dec 2017
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