Hercules's House, Bardonecchia, Italy

Enjoy an active alpine escape for 4 in the lively resort of Bardonecchia in northern Italy, near the French border.

This practical ski-in/ski-out mountain retreat is a perfect blend of comfort and convenience, making it the ideal getaway for families, couples, or friends seeking to explore the Italian Alps at anytime of the year.

The property is set amongst lush greenery with incredible mountain views. In the warmer months, guests can enjoy the natural beauty surrounding the apartment with alfresco mealtimes on the terrace. There's also free public parking and easy ski access, making it a paradise for winter sports enthusiasts.

Inside, guests can relax in the open-plan living space that incorporates the kitchen, which is fitted with an induction hob, an oven, a microwave and a fridge freezer. This space is also furnished with a comfortable sofa bed, a dining table and a Smart flatscreen TV.

Sleeping

Bedroom 1: The 1st bedroom is furnished with twin beds, a desk and a wardrobe.

Extra: There is a comfortable sofa bed in the living room.

Bathroom

Bathroom 1: The modern bathroom is fitted with a bidet, a shower, a washbasin and a WC.

Additional

• Mountain View • Ski-in-ski-out • Terrace • Outdoor Table & Chairs • Central Heatingi • Washing Machine • Free Public Parking • Child Friendly • Suitable for Elderly • Smoking Prohibited • Wifi not available

Location

The property is situated in the lively alpine resort of Bardonecchia in the Piedmont region of northern Italy, near the French border. The town is known for its beautiful surroundings, 100km of excellent skiing and an authentic mountain-town feel. It is part of the Milky Way ski area and offers slopes that are ideal for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Both the Smith 4 ski lift and the Baby Scuola ski school are around 3-minutes walk from the apartment, allowing guests easy access to the slopes.

In warmer months, the town is a hub for outdoor adventure with many activities for visitors, including hiking trails through beautiful alpine meadows and forests, extensive mountain bike tracks, horse riding and golf. Younger guests will also enjoy Bardonecchia's Adventure Park (a 3-minute walk), an aerial park with zip wires, trampolines and platforms in the trees. Other nearby attractions include Lake Rochemolles (a 15-minute drive), Fort Fenestrelle (a 35-minute drive) and Cesana Torines (a 25 minute drive).

For self-catering, Bardonecchia has a market every Thursday and Saturday morning where you can buy the best and freshest local produce to cook at home. Otherwise, there are many restaurants and bars to choose from. The closest restaurant is a 3-minute walk, and there is a supermarket a 15-minute walk / 4-minute drive away.

Turin airport is a 1-hour 35-minute drive from the apartment.