Kitchen facilities
The kitchen is furnished with just about everything that you would find at home including a full size oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, coffee maker and all the usual kitchen equipment. There's extra crockery and glassware (nothing is more annoying on holiday than only having 6 knives etc in an apartment for 6 people) and plenty of workspace for easy food preparation if you are eating in.
Dishwasher tablets, tea towels etc are provided.
External facilities
The cafe next door sets up tables and umbrellas on the square directly in front of the apartment - it's a great place to relax and have a drink whilst soaking up the local atmosphere.
Your car can be safely parked in front of the apartment on the square.
Special features
There are many blocks of chalet apartments and new builds near to the village centre but this apartment offers the rare opportunity to stay right in the heart of the village in one of the oldest buildings in the village. A car is not necessary unless you want to leave the village to explore the surrounding area - there are a number of companies that run transfers from Geneva to Samoens.
Local activities
Almost too numerous to mention but including walking, cycling (mountain and road), swimming, rafting, fishing, golf, paragliding, riding, tennis, quad biking and archery in the local area and plenty of places to visit nearby.
Nearest airport:
60
Nearest port:
840
Nearest supermarket:
0
Location
The only village in France to be listed as a 'Monument Historique', Samoens is a real working village and not only has a botanical garden and a traditional weekly market but also offers a wide range of outdoor activities. The local tourist office organises a full programme of events and activities during the summer.
Children can safely explore the village by themselves.
Chamonix - 40 mins and Geneva/Evian/ Lake Annecy all 60 mins.
The Tour de France will pass nearby from 14-16 July 2007.
Living rooms
The apartment has been completely refitted with modern decor influenced by the local area and the thick stone walls mean that it's wonderfully cool in summer. The windows all open onto the square allowing you to watch the world go by.
The open plan L shaped living / dining / kitchen area easily accommodates 6 people both at the table and in the comfortable living area. A tv/dvd player is provided as well as a good range of dvds, books and games.
Bedrooms
The main bedroom overlooks the square and has a double bed, bedside cabinets and sheepskin rugs, built in wardrobe and ensuite with basin, good lighting, a full size bath with shower and the washer dryer.
The second bedroom also overlooks the square and has twin beds, shelves, sheepskin bedside rugs and a built in wardrobe.
Towels and bedding are provided, with the beds made up for arrival.