In a tranquil spot at the top of Sauze, away from the lively resort centre sits the lovely Valentin chalet. The surrounding pine forest drops away to reveal the peaks of the Milky Way ski area, which are particularly stunning at sunset.  

It's one of the most spacious chalets we have. The lounge/diner is huge with lots of exposed wooden beams and mountain artefacts to admire while you enjoy afternoon tea in a deep, comfy sofa. Prime position for a catch-up at the end of the day is in front of the large open fireplace, so grab a slice of cake early on. 

It's around a 15-20 minute walk to the resort centre down a steep hill. When the snow conditions are good, you can ski to within 100m of the chalet.

Nearest  lift: 800m to Clotes chairlift

Bus stop: 20m 

Equipment hire shop: 800m

Tuition meeting point: 800m (Scuola Sci Sauze d'Oulx)

Resort centre: 800m

Sauze d'Oulx sits at the northern end of the huge Milky Way ski area, perched on a sunny plateau. 'Sunny Sauze' (as it's come to be known) is particularly popular with the Brits and it's not a huge surprise as the resort is big on skiing but equally big on nightlife. It's a party town that's made even better due to the legendary skiing and boarding on offer.

As the gateway to some 400kms of piste, it's a magnet for skiers and boarders who also like a bit of party action as well as their time on the mountains. It's a fantastic place for intermediate and advanced skiers and boarders thanks to endless cruisy blue runs and nearly 200kms of challenging reds.

Our chalet board basis is designed for skiers and boarders. Breakfast is a fairly extensive affair with cooked and continental options every day. Your daily afternoon tea of freshly baked cakes and biscuits will be waiting for you when you come in from the slopes.

Evening meals are a three-course set-menu with regionally inspired dishes and free-flowing wine throughout the week, all followed by fresh coffee.

The five twin and two single rooms are a really good size and most have a balcony with great views of the area, a great way to start your day. The three club twin rooms on the first floor share two shower rooms with wc. The second floor has two club twin bedrooms and two club single rooms which share two shower rooms with wc.