Chez Bear re-launches with new ownership for the 2017-18 winter season

Serre Chevalier ski lodge, Chez Bear, has been re-launched for the 2017-18 winter season with new British ownership and management.

The restored 17^th century farmhouse sleeps up to 12 people and is located high above Briançon, providing spectacular views across the Guisane Valley and the Serre Chevalier ski area.

New owners, Josy and Joe Davis, previously ran another chalet hotel in Serre Chevalier, but decided to take on Chez Bear to focus on the luxury end of the market. Joe said: “We have a big job to keep up the fantastic reputation that Chez Bear has built up, but with our previous chalet experience and local knowledge, we feel we can continue the magic here. Our food will focus on Italian and French influences with fresh, seasonal ingredients that are sourced locally. We’re really looking forward to welcoming our first guests of the winter on the 16^th December, which is already sold out, although Christmas and New Year weeks are still available on an exclusive bases.”

Prices start at £8,000 for exclusive use of the chalet that includes, 7 nights half-board accommodation (6 nights with dinner – 5 course evening meal prepared by a private chef, including house wine), afternoon tea, open bar, in-resort transfers.

Other services are available, including airport transfers (Turin Airport), ski school lessons, ski lessons with Darren Turner, equipment hire and ski passes.

About Chez Bear

Chez Bear is a restored 17th century farmhouse decorated to reflect characteristics from its long history including an open plan living area with original stone work and larch beams. Exclusively available for 7 nights from December to April, Chez Bear offers all the services expected from a private hotel but with the added comfort, warmth and bespoke services of a luxury catered ski chalet.

The lodge is positioned high above Briançon giving spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and of the valley below.

Briançon’s Prorel Telecabine is a four minute drive, courtesy of the lodge’s chauffeur driven 9-seat minibus. Guests choose any ski departure point in resort, then arrange or call for collection ensuring there is no need to walk anywhere with ski equipment. Ski to and from wherever; never wait for a skibus, never walk in ski boots or carry skis.
Accommodation

The lodge offers 4,000 sq. ft. of accommodation over four floors.

Five charming chalet bedrooms with deep baths, walk in showers and breath-taking panoramic views of snowy mountains and valleys.

The vaulted games room is equipped with pool table, sauna, wet room and multimedia facilities (Apple TV, Netflix, Sky TV, Wii console, DVD, PlayStation).

Open plan lounge with log fire, bar with pizza/bread oven and dining room for up to 12 people. Panoramic views from the balcony overlooking the valley of La Guisane.