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. 

From the chalet to…

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

About the resort

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.

Food and drink

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.

Rooms

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. 

Neilson Mountain Experts

Don’t forget that you get free guiding and coaching throughout the week from fully qualified ski and board instructors with our Mountain Expert service.

Designed for confident blue and red-run skiers and snowboarders, they'll show you around the mountain on free guiding sessions, and even offer free coaching sessions to help you become a more confident skier or snowboarder. 

There are at least three sessions a week and we guarantee each guest at least two sessions a week. Your hosts will explain how it works when you get there.

Chalet features

Neilson rating: ***

Huge lounge with open fireplace, free Wi-Fi and satellite TV

Ski storage 

Wireless speaker and board games for your entertainment

Daily housekeeping with towels provided

Pre-bookable private nanny service available on request - email sales@neilson.com for prices and availability

Your chalet host lives in

Children under 15 are welcome when part of a group booking the whole chalet 

Extras and offers

Free guiding and coaching from fully qualified Neilson Mountain Experts

Travel info

Departure airports: Gatwick, Manchester or Birmingham

Departure day: Thursday (21 December), Wednesday (27 December), Tuesday (2 January) and Sunday (rest of the season)

Arrival airport: Turin 

Flight duration: 1 hour 55 minutes to 2 hours 20 minutes

Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 30 minutes

Important: As Sauze d'Oulx is a traffic free resort, on arrival day, you will be met by your chalet hosts at the coach park and walk up to the equipment hire shop (approx. 5 minute walk) where you will pick up any pre-booked equipment. Afterwards, a taxi will be waiting to take you and your equipment up to the chalet. Your luggage will be delivered to the chalet up to around 2 hours after your arrival.

Booking the whole chalet?

If you're a large group looking to book the entire chalet, we'd love to help. Our call centre consultants are all trained groups specialists and love a challenge. You can get in touch online or give them a call on 0330 134 6376.

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