Character Ski Chalet 

La Source Ski Chalet, close to Alpe d’Huez, France is owned and managed by Michael Baldwin – ski enthusiast, mountaineer and hotelier. The ski chalet is a converted old stone barn south facing with panoramic views of the surrounding area. It has been renovated to an extremely high standard, keeping the charm and character of the building whilst creating modern facilities. There are 4 twin bedrooms all with private facilities, and a family room (sleeps 4 - twin beds and bunk beds) also with private facilities in the existing chalet. 

A new extension provides a further 2 ensuite bedrooms (1 double bedroom and a bunk room), providing in total accommodation for 16 catered guests at La Source Ski Chalet.

A spiral staircase leads to the spectacular and spacious living/dining area with vaulted ceiling, wood burning stove and comfortable sofas. There is a separate south-facing sun lounge overlooking a large exterior wood decking, giving stunning views over the valley and mountain peaks. The recently installed 5 person outdoor Jacuzzi spa provides relaxing massage treatment and aromatherapy – perfect for unwinding after an energetic day on the ski slopes.

Home comforts include: satellite TV, videos, CD and DVD players, a wide selection of books, magazines, board games and an internet connection plus WIFI.

Great Food 

After a day on the ski slopes, we provide a restoring tea with home-made cake. Following a few hours relaxation we then gather for pre-meal drinks and a four course dinner prepared by our in-house chef in a contemporary style, using local fresh produce supported by a complimentary selection of good French wines. Catering includes:

 

 

 

 

	Morning tea in bed.
	Full cooked breakfast - including fruit juice, cereal, fresh bread, croissants, a selection of jams, coffee, tea and hot chocolate.
	Afternoon tea with homemade cakes, fresh bread, conserves and a selection of teas.
	Four course dinner including local French cheese platter and fresh fruit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

La Source Chalet	The view from the Sun Lounge	Typical Bedroom	Typical Bedroom

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From the La Source ski chalet sun lounge & sun deck, there are magnificent views across to the Oisans & Ecrin mountain ranges, and down to Le Bourg d’Oisans, 2000 feet below in the Oisans valley. Chamois can sometimes be seen grazing in the meadows below the chalet. (more…)

After a day on the ski slopes, we provide a restoring tea with home-made cake. Following a few hours relaxation we then gather for pre-meal drinks and a four course dinner prepared by our in-house chef in a contemporary style, using local fresh produce supported by a complimentary selection of good French wines. (more…)

Goat’s cheese and plum tomato bruschetta on a bed of grilled vegetables and hot balsamic dressing
Seared peppered tuna with braised fennel and roasted peppers accompanied by a tomato, basil and pernod sauce
Blueberry and cassis tart served with strawberry and mint coulis
Selection of local cheeses, celery, nuts and freshly baked bread
Freshly ground coffee, teas and petit fours (more…)

All the wines have been selected by Michael to compliement your meal, and during your stay at La Source, we hope you will enjoy our selection of French regional wines? Wine is offered as a pre-meal aperitif and throughout the meal until the cheese course

Bottles of wines are also available to purchase

A selection of wines available last winter - 2009-2010

Red Wines:

Chateau Pichon le Roc 2008 - Bordeaux

Chateau Nenine 2005 - premieres cotes de Bordeaux

Cotes du Ventoux 2008 - Armand Dartois

Cotes du Rhone 2008 - Domaine des Jonquiers

Vacqueyras cuvee prestige 2008

Brouilly 2009 - Andre Vonnier

Coteaux du Languedoc La Clape 2008

Corbieres 2006 - Chateau Sainte-Jeanne

Macon rouge 2007

White Wines:

Muscadet Serve et Maine sur lie 2009 - Sauvion de Cleray

Coteaux du Languedoc - Picpoul de Pinet 2009

Macon Villages 2009 - Cave de Prisse

Bourgogne Aligote 2009 - Valentin Vignot 

Saint-Veran Grande Reserve 2008 - Cave de Prisse

  all our Wines have been enjoyed by Ed Adams - Master of Wine

Nothing is too much trouble at La Source ski chalet, and we hope you will find us friendly, attentive, and resourceful when you need us. Your ski holiday should be special – champagne reception on arrival, fresh flowers, down duvets, fluffy towels, bath gowns and a blazing log fire.

On the days that you choose not to ski or snowboard, the chalet will be a welcome retreat with its warming wood burning stove, relaxing atmosphere and sunny aspect.