Amazing Rustic Farmhouse With Nearby Skiing, Hiking and more...

Samoëns, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
$236 avg/night
Minimum Stay 7 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Chalet

Property Type

Sleep 9

Max Sleeps

Night 7 nights

Min Stay

The Lazy Labrador is a unique Samoens rental property - complete with outdoor 'mazot' cabin, this charming 18 Century farmhouse has recently been renovated, while retaining all the rustic beauty of a traditional savoyard farmhouse. The property is located in a historic hamlet in Les Chosalets (between Chantemerle & La Rosiere), just a 10 minute drive from the heart of Samoens and the 'Grand Massif Express' (GME) ski lift.

The living space features a Norwegian 'Jotul' stove andis a snug spot for board games. Choose records from the vast music collection and enjoy atmospheric evenings with friends and family. The kitchen retains a beautiful original stone floor and is equipped with modern cooking equipment - the perfect setting for a post-ski fondue or tartiflette.

This comfortable home provides accommodation for 6 - 9 guests in 4 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. There are 4 entirely unique bedrooms, including a master ensuite with adjoining wet room, its walls lined in Travertine stone. There are 2 further bedrooms within the house and a traditional 'mazot' across the road from the house, providing a romantic sleepy hideaway for couples or teenagers wanting to escape 'family time'!

Included:
Meet & Greet Service | Bed Linen & Towels | Welcome Basket | Firewood | Kitchen & Bathroom Essentials - toiletries, dishwasher tablets etc... | Local Assistance | Local Taxes & Utilities | Free Unlimited Wi-Fi | Cleaning Before & After Stay | Ski Tuition & Equipment Discounts

Parking:
There are no formal parking spaces, but plenty of room for 3 cars - a little snow clearing may be require in the Winter months!

Changeover Day:
The changeover day for this property is Saturday - we can sometimes be flexible so please contact us for more information.

Extra Details:
The Lazy Labrador is a self-catered stay. You will have the entire house to yourself

Pet Policy: 
We are dog-friendly and will accept up to 2 well behaved, house trained dogs at an extra charge. We ask that all furry guests are kept out of bedrooms and prevented from climbing onto furniture. All dog litter should be removed from exterior spaces (garden, porch, patio and green spaces around the property)

Location:
The Lazy Labrador is conveniently located only 6.5kms (10 minute drive) from the Samoens village centre and the high speed 'GME' lift connecting you to the Grand Massif domain, which boasts some of the best skiing in the world. Suitable for all levels, there is over 275km of piste to explore and plenty of off-piste for more advanced skiers. Simply step outside the door and you'll be on a fantastic snow-shoeing/Nordic skiing route. In the summer, this house is a hub for adventure sports such as hiking, mountain biking, climbing and paragliding

Reaching the chalet:
It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the chalet from Geneva airport. The nearest train station is the 'Gare de Cluses' (25 minutes drive away). You will need to rent your own car and snow chains as there is no public transport from the house

Greeting Service: 
Our in-resort partners will be in direct touch with you in the weeks leading up to your arrival to assist with last-minute details and arrival plans. You will be met by one of the team who will make sure you are shown how everything works and answer any questions you may have about the area.

Vehicle Access:
For bookings between November - April, we recommend that you have a 4x4 or at the very least, snow chains in your car. The road is ploughed 2 - 3 times daily but it is always a good idea to arrive prepared for heavy snow conditions. if it snows heavily during the daytime. It is legal requirement in the French Alps to come equipped with snow chains that specifically fit you vehicle

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby Ski Lift Privileges Ski Privileges
  • PETS

    1 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1292 Sq Ft (120 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 50+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Golf Nearby Golf Privileges Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rafting Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Sailing Nearby Snow Sports Gear Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Music Library Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Toys Highchair Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Concierge Services Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 05:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 9

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Review Review

  • Philip P.

    Submitted Feb 14, 2025

    Stayed Jan 25, 2025

    This is the place to be if you want peace & quiet.

  • Nicolas D.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2023

    Stayed Aug 5, 2023

    Good stay House a little old but ok Very nice outskirts

  • Submitted Jul 2, 2023

    Stayed Jun 16, 2023

    Peaceful setting high above Samoens. A characterful barn conversion which was very comfortable and obviously has given people much pleasure over the years. We loved it for the calm and access to mountain walks.

  • Juli C.

    Submitted Feb 21, 2023

    Stayed Feb 11, 2023

    We enjoyed our stay here very much. The property is pretty rustic, but it is well done and lovely. The kitchen is a bit quirky but has everything you need once you find it! Beds are very comfortable and the living room is a great place to hang out after a day of skiing. A four-wheel drive vehicle is a MUST as the roads to the chalet are steep and narrow. Gorgeous views - especially of the stars at night.

  • EMMA P.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2022

    Stayed Feb 12, 2022

    From start to finish, it was a dream come true, Graham and Sebastian are utterly wonderful hosts. The chalet is mind blowing. Clean yet rustic. Do not hesitate to book here. Emma and family

  • Michael K.

    Submitted Mar 19, 2019

    Stayed Mar 2, 2019

    The chalet is typical for the region and located at a really silent place. Unfortunately there is a big discrepancy between the photos and the reality as due to the panorama lens the rooms look wide and light. In fact only the living room is as large as the photos pretend. The sleeping rooms are all really small and gloomy. One problem was the quality of the mattresses: Something between disappointing and inconvenient, in any case much too hard, especially in the double room for the adults. So my wife and me left Samoëns with dorsal pain. There are nearly no wardrobes in the sleeping rooms to hang up clothes although you have a lot if you go skiing with a family of five. The biggest disappointment was the level of cleanness which definitely was not acceptable. We found many surfaces dirty and dusty as well as small spider webs in corners allover the accommodation. A lot of items of the kitchen had to be washed before first use, especially all pots and frying pans but also most parts of the cutlery and glasses. All in all it is a pity that the maintenance of the property is so careless. But the music collection is just about the limit!

  • Alicia M.

    Submitted Feb 12, 2019

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    This was our fourth year returning to the Lazy Labrador and it gets better every year. The house has all you can need . 15 m from the Samoens village but away from the hustle. Just waking up and walking out the door with your snowshoes on and enjouy the most incredible view , it is priceless!!! Thanks to Sebastian for taking care of us . It just feel like coming back home every year. We will come back !! See you next year

  • Johannes W.

    Submitted Jan 10, 2019

    Stayed Dec 29, 2018

    We had an absolutely lovely stay at Lazy Labrador, loved the great, rustic yet extremely charming kitchen, where we prepared and enjoyed many meals with a big group; the sitting room, with a roaring log burner seeing many games played, accompanied by music from THE most amazing record collection; and then really cozy bedrooms (with very comfortable beds) and two modern bathrooms. Our two daughters loved staying in the small annex across the road, another great place full of character. The location is a short 10 min drive up from Samoens, and if there is snow I would not want to do it without either snow chains or 4x4 with snow tyres. The place lies in a high valley with beautiful mountain views, and we loved walking in the snow, enjoying the views. The place easily copes with 7 people, of which 3 couples, but if you want to be 9 at least two of them need to be children (one of them in the anteroom of a double bedroom). Overall a really wonderful place!

  • Lucy V.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2018

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Lazy Labrador was immaculate and well maintained. We were well looked after by the manager and the local team. Would recommend to anybody with or without dogs...the walks are stunning and not all uphill!! Samoens a perfect proper town.

  • Submitted Mar 7, 2018

    Stayed Feb 17, 2018

    Beautiful chalet in a wonderful location , full of rustic charm and detail

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$252+
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