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Clusters of traditional chalets and original Savoyard farmhouses are dominated by the close mountains with chamois and wild boars roaming free in the surrounding forests. St Martin was voted a “Top Ten Picture Postcard resort” for its pretty, traditional architecture and stunning Alpine scenery, it’s interesting to note that the commune have had the foresight to bury all the electric and phone cabling which means that not only does it have a clean uncluttered look, but you are unlikely to lose power when the snow hits!
As an added bonus Val Thorens, officially the highest resort in Europe is situated at the top of the valley offering great skiing from mid-November to mid-May. St Martin also has some of the best and clearest runs in the Three Valleys; with skiing for all levels back down to the village and red run Jerusalem a firm favourite with many, and the confidence inspiring off-piste powder fields have to be experienced to be believed.
In the height of summer during July and August the valley is host to walkers, nature lovers and adventure seekers who arrive to enjoy the traditional and less traditional mountain activities along with the colourful mountain meadows and beauty of the contrasting vibrant green against snow capped mountains. It is also a near neighbour to the Vanoise Park, a protected area of outstanding natural beauty.
St Martin de Belleville has a lower key nightlife than its glitzy neighbours. Having said that, the valley boasts two Michelin starred restaurants, one being situated three minutes from the village, the other in Val Thorens. St Martin itself has several friendly bars and restaurants which retain a mountain village atmosphere with prices to match. It seems ideal for ski and mountain lovers looking for an authentic atmosphere a little apart from the crowds, and out of season it still has life and enough year round residents to stop it feeling like a ghost town.
- Price
- €395,550
- Ref:
- 11974HB73
- Resort
- SAINT MARTIN DE BELLEVILLE
- Area
- Three Valleys
- Desc
- 3 bedroom ski chalet to be built in a pretty mountain village minutes from the ski resort of St Martin de Belleville.
Property Features
Property type
- Mountain village house
Property Description
In a very pretty and sought after village a rare building plot is to be developed into a 3 bedroom ski chalet. It is to be built in keeping with local traditions and finish but with modern materials providing the best of both worlds by creating a charming ski chalet with an authentic feel.The reason for this village’s popularity is simple; it’s very close to the ski resort of St Martin de Belleville and sits at the foot of some amazing off-piste runs and of the most glorious walking and cycling routes there are. In the winter hire a ski guide to bring you off-piste from the back of la Masse down the vallée des Encombres back down to the village, perhaps for lunch at the ferme de Chantacoucou - a working farm that serves whatever is fresh that day. With views over to St Martin de Belleville and the mountains behind it is a stunning setting for a property.
The chalet will be spread over 3 floors with 88m2 of habitable living area, the ground floor will have entry hall that leads in to a larger hall of which is a small office area, storage area, laundry room, WC, and a double bedroom with shower room. Moving up to the next floor is the main living area with open plan fully equipped kitchen, dining room and living space with option for wood burner. Off the living area is a south facing terrace. On the upper floor are two further bedrooms (one dbl and one suitable for 2 twin beds or as a bunk room) and a family bathroom, both bedrooms have small balconies.
This will be a lovely ski base, in an authentic mountain village location.
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SAINT MARTIN DE BELLEVILLE
Resort Ratings
Beginner 
Intermediate 
Advanced
Snowboarding
Off Slope 
Party
Family
Charm 
Luxury
Access
Summer
Resort Description
Based at 1400m and directly linked into the vast Three Valleys network by an 8 person gondola, St Martin de Belleville offers unlimited, world-class skiing. The village is picture perfect, unspoiled and authentic making St Martin de Belleville the perfect ski resort if you are looking for a taste of authentic France combined with state of the art skiing.Clusters of traditional chalets and original Savoyard farmhouses are dominated by the close mountains with chamois and wild boars roaming free in the surrounding forests. St Martin was voted a “Top Ten Picture Postcard resort” for its pretty, traditional architecture and stunning Alpine scenery, it’s interesting to note that the commune have had the foresight to bury all the electric and phone cabling which means that not only does it have a clean uncluttered look, but you are unlikely to lose power when the snow hits!
As an added bonus Val Thorens, officially the highest resort in Europe is situated at the top of the valley offering great skiing from mid-November to mid-May. St Martin also has some of the best and clearest runs in the Three Valleys; with skiing for all levels back down to the village and red run Jerusalem a firm favourite with many, and the confidence inspiring off-piste powder fields have to be experienced to be believed.
In the height of summer during July and August the valley is host to walkers, nature lovers and adventure seekers who arrive to enjoy the traditional and less traditional mountain activities along with the colourful mountain meadows and beauty of the contrasting vibrant green against snow capped mountains. It is also a near neighbour to the Vanoise Park, a protected area of outstanding natural beauty.
St Martin de Belleville has a lower key nightlife than its glitzy neighbours. Having said that, the valley boasts two Michelin starred restaurants, one being situated three minutes from the village, the other in Val Thorens. St Martin itself has several friendly bars and restaurants which retain a mountain village atmosphere with prices to match. It seems ideal for ski and mountain lovers looking for an authentic atmosphere a little apart from the crowds, and out of season it still has life and enough year round residents to stop it feeling like a ghost town.
