Au Pied des Pistes C7, Grimentz - Modern 3 Bedroom Duplex, Sleeps 8 | Apartment in Grimentz

3 Bedroom Apartment in Grimentz
This modern 3 bedroom duplex apartment, which sleeps up to 8 people, is situated perfectly, being less than a 5 minute walk to the village of Grimentz and a 2 minute walk to the main lift, which is open in summer for walkers and mountain bikers and in winter for skiers.
The apartment is fully furnished with flat screen TV and free Wi-Fi internet access. The kitchen is fully fitted with modern appliances including oven, hob, dishwasher and fridge freezer.
3 bedrooms (2 doubles and 1 bunk room with twin beds as well), 1 en-suite bathroom with a WC, 1 family shower room and 1 separate WC. Spacious open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area. There is also a balcony with BBQ, bench and table.
Au Pied des Pistes was newly built in 2009, in the charming and historic village of Grimentz.
Grimentz is the skiing hub of the Val d'Anniviers, the hanging valley set high above the town of Sierre. It's not as secret as people make out, but it still has heaps of rustic charm! At 1,572m it offers an escape into nature at the gateway to some of Switzerland's most famous 4000 metre mountains, where the pure air of the Alps makes your blood tingle.
Introduction
Grimentz is one of the most beautiful and picturesque of the old Valaisan villages in the Val d’Anniviers. The area is found in the furthest east of the French speaking valleys in the canton of Valais (Wallis in German), situated around 2 hours from Geneva. Valais itself boasts the 10 highest mountains in Switzerland – all over 4,000m. The capital of Valais, Sion, is a delightful old city in the Rhone valley, which has numerous historic remains, including a 13th-century castle, a late Gothic cathedral and a 17th-century town hall. French is the principal language but English is widely understood.
Getting here
Grimentz is just over 2 hours from Geneva airport, and only 40 minutes from Sion Airport. There are excellent train links to Sierre, the nearest town, from numerous entry points into Switzerland, including Geneva airport (see sbb.ch). There is a bus service from Sierre to Grimentz, and taxis are readily available.
Accommodation
Au Pied des Pistes offers modern luxury accommodation over two floors. This includes three bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one en-suite), an open plan living / dining area and a very well equipped kitchen. The apartment sleeps up to 8 people (one of the twins has a sofa bed), with a balcony on the main floor. Au pied des Pistes C7 is perfect for both winter skiing and summer activities.
Winter
In winter, the chalet is a short walk from the edge of the piste, or a 7 minute downhill stroll to from the main telecabine lift which whisks you up to 2110m in a matter of minutes. From there, there are plenty of uncrowded pistes to enjoy with something to suit all levels from beginner to advanced. Your ski pass for Grimentz also covers the neighbouring villages of St Luc, Chandolin, Vercorin and Zinal, giving a total of 220km of piste skiing, plus a huge area of off piste to enjoy. A free shuttle bus operates throughout the ski season to link the other villages. Verbier is 90 minutes drive, and Crans Montana one hour.
Summer
In summer, Grimentz is transformed to a delightful green haven with an abundance of mountain walks to suit all levels, mountain biking, tennis and other outdoor sports. The Moiry glacier is 20 minutes drive, just above the large Moiry dam, which has cobalt blue waters. There is a weekly themed market in the village on a Friday during high season.
Eating and Drinking
There are numerous hotels, bars and restaurants dotted around the village, with something to suit all tastes. Fondue and raclette are typical specialties served in a number of the establishments. If you fancy something a little different there is a British run company based in Grimentz who, amongst other things, will deliver home cooked food to your door ready for you to reheat at your convenience. They can also provide a complete drinks package for your holiday should you desire. In the Sierre area, there is an annual wine festival and a 2 Michelin starred restaurant at the Hotel Terminus.
Shopping
There are 2 supermarkets, 2 bakers, a butcher / fishmonger and a gluten free delicatessen in Grimentz, which can cater for all your food shopping needs whilst you are here, plus sports and gift shops. There are numerous vineyards in the valley
Children
Grimentz is the perfect holiday destination if you have children. There is a creche at the top of the mountain in ski season, an excellent “snow garden” which helps teach the basics of skiing from about age 3 upwards, and then the 2 local ski schools provide group lessons for kids every week. In summer, the tourist office organizes numerous activities to keep children amused such as arts and crafts, trampoline and treasure hunts, plus there are tennis courts, a swimming pool and mini golf all within the village itself.
Further a field
There is plenty to enjoy in the region - there are several other attractive villages to explore within the Val d’Anniviers itself. Less than an hour away is Leukerbad - the largest thermal springs centre in Europe, with several thermal bath complexes. Or, in a little over 2 hours you could be sipping a coffee on the shores of the Italian lakes.
Both Zermatt and Saas Fee are within easy
Au Pied des Pistes C7, Grimentz - Modern 3 Bedroom Duplex, Sleeps 8 is located in Grimentz. Au Pied des Pistes C7, Grimentz - Modern 3 Bedroom Duplex, Sleeps 8 provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Kitchen, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This Apartment features Internet, Kitchen, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Au Pied des Pistes C7, Grimentz - Modern 3 Bedroom Duplex, Sleeps 8 has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Grimentz has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Grimentz, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Bathtub or shower
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1+ bathrooms
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3 bedrooms
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Dishwasher
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Coffee/tea maker
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Refrigerator
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Blender
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Microwave
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Toaster
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Stovetop
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Oven
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Car not required
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Hiking nearby
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Mountain climbing nearby
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Cycling nearby
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Mountain biking nearby
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Sledding nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Golf nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Books
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DVD player
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Stereo
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TV with cable/satellite service
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Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)
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French
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English
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In the mountains
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In a village
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Children's toys
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Children's games
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Local meal delivery service
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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WiFi available
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Balcony
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Barbecue grill
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Garden
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Ski lift privileges
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Close to skiing
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Pool
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation