Self Catered Bareges Ski Chalet Rental in Hautes-Pyrenees

Self-Catered Barèges Large Chalet Rental in Hautes-Pyrenees, France

Chalet du Bastan is a large comfortable self-catered chalet in the village of Barèges that sleeps up to 16 people. It is situated in the Domaine du Tourmalet ski area, the largest ski resort in the Pyrenees. It is also a perfect base from which to enjoy the varied walking the Pyrenees has to offer, including the famous GR10 route which spans the Pyrenees from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean and passes through the village. The Tour de France goes right past the chalet door, and you can watch from the terrace as the riders pass, on their way to tackle the infamous Col du Tourmalet, 10 km further up the mountain. The chalet is available for weekly periods throughout the year.

ACCOMMODATION:
The chalet is large and comfortable and sleeps up to 16 people in 6 bedrooms. We provide sheets for your stay, and you can arrange for an end of stay clean with our concierge. There are two showers and a large bath, with a new heating system that makes sure there is plenty of hot water. large relaxed seating area with an open fire. There is a dining room with a very large table and a well-equipped fully fitted kitchen with a large gas/electric range, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There's a large filter coffee maker, microwave oven, two raclettes, fondues, and a waffle maker. 

There are six bedrooms spread over the top and bottom floors. The top floor sleeps seven and is ideal for families. The four bedrooms on the lower floor are comprised of 2 double bedded rooms, one twin-bedded room, and a room with four bunk beds, all suitable for adults.

 

There is also a large secure area downstairs for skis, boots, and bicycles, accessible from the parking area outside the chalet.

The terrace at the front is perfect for eating or just relaxing, and watching the world go by. The chalet also has ample parking space for up to 3 cars. 

 

AMENITIES

The chalet has WiFi installed, we are also very lucky in that we have a very good phone signal and have constant 4G at the chalet. There is a bluetooth speaker and a radio. The sitting room has a smart TV and a DVD player with a huge selection of films in both French and English. There are lots of books around the chalet which you are more than welcome to borrow. 

 

ACTIVITIES

The Toy Valley where we are situated is very well served for both winter and summer activities. The Domain de Tourmalet ski area is 5 minutes away by car and Luz Ardiden, Cauterets and Gavarnie ski areas are all within a hour's drive. 

 

In the summer there are wonderful walks either through the surrounding woods or over the mountains. We are very close to the GR10 which runs from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean through the Pyrenees. 

 

There are really great bike hire companies close by, either for touring bikes, electric bikes or off road bikes - there is a huge new off-road mountain biking area with graded routes according to ability area just up the road. It's possible to cycle the Col du Tourmalet from the chalet, something really worth doing as the views are spectacular.

 

There is also a fabulous choice of restaurants very close by which showcase the very best produce that the region has to offer. We can offer you recommendations on where to go to eat, we have tried almost all of them!