Description
For anyone whose group is not big enough to fill a whole chalet but who wants the benefits of a chalet experience, Ski Boutique Zermatt is available to book by room during all weeks outside school holidays. For small groups of friends, couples and singles, this offers the opportunity to sample Scott Dunn's legendary service in the renowned village of Zermatt at excellent value prices and to meet like minded skiers.
Zermatt is an incredibly special place that every skier must visit. Steeped in Alpine history and overlooked by the iconic Matterhorn, in our opinion, car-free Zermatt has more charm, sophistication and romance than any other Alpine resort. Added to this, the ski area is extensive, varied and complemented by the finest mountain restaurants in the world. While Zermatt could be described as "skiing for grown-ups", Zermatt still knows how to party and the Hennu Stall, The Bubble Bar, Papperla Pub, Snowboat Caffe are just a few of the places to enjoy après-ski before going on to dance into the small hours at the Schnee-Witchen, Broken Bar Disco, T Bar or the Pink Live Music Bar.
Ski Boutique Zermatt is close to the centre of this magical village and has up to 9 rooms available.
There is a communal staircase that separates the living areas from the bedrooms.
Guide price
£1,430 per person per week (Jan)
£1,430 based on 2 sharing for 7 nights in mid January. Includes half board on six nights with wine and Champagne and breakfast on seven days. Includes scheduled BA flights and transfers. Regional flights, private and train transfers available at extra cost.
Accommodation
Modern, light and airy bedrooms most of which are extremely spacious. All have en-suite bathrooms, flat screen TVs, DVD players and some English TV channels. All (except L5) have an armchair or a sofa so that you can retire to your room to enjoy a film or a good book. The bathrooms are modern, generous and well appointed with a shower above every bath.
Ski Boutique Zermatt occupies the top three floors of the building and shares a communal staircase from which the bedrooms lead.
| Room L1 - Austrian twin | A very spacious (around 35m2) en-suite bedroom on the top floor with exposed wooden beams with a super king size Austrian twin bed. The bedroom has a balcony overlooking the village and has views of the Rothorn mountain. Bathroom with shower over the bathtub. Armchairs, coffee table, flat screen TV with satellite and a DVD player. |
| Room L2 - Double/twin | A very spacious master bedroom (around 30m2) with a large balcony which has amazing views of the Matterhorn. The room has a super king bed which can be set up as a double or twin. There is also a sofa and large en-suite bathroom with a shower over the bath. The room has a flat screen TV with satellite and a DVD player. |
| Room L3 - Double/twin | Smaller than rooms 1, 2 and 4, this room is around 15m2 and has two single beds which can be linked or split. The bathroom has a shower over the bathtub. The room has a pair of armchairs, a flat screen TV with satellite and a DVD player. |
| Room L4 - Austrian twin | A very spacious en-suite bedroom (around 35m2). The Matterhorn is just visible from the sofa and there is a balcony with views over the village and the Rothorn mountain. The bathroom has a shower over the bathtub. Flat screen TV and a DVD player. |
| Room L5 - Double | A small double room (around 11m2) with a king sized bed. The en-suite bathroom has a bath, shower over the bathtub and twin washbasins. The room also has a flat screen TV with satellite and a DVD player. |
Childcare
On most weeks, we apply an adults only policy to Ski Boutique but on certain weeks, Ski Boutique may be offered to families, in which case our our private nanny service is available to be pre-booked. Please contact our sales team for further details.
| Scott Dunn Private Nannies | Qualified (CACHE trained or similar) nannies who are recruited for their mature but fun approach to childcare. Scott Dunn offers pre-season training, which includes a comprehensive first aid course. Nannies provide a structured day including food, entertainment and transport to and from lessons. |
| Baby sitting | Baby sitting in the evenings is available on a request basis and is approximately 15 Euros per hour until midnight after this time the charge is 20 euros per hour which is payable locally. |
Facilities
Ski Boutique Zermatt has a new wellness area on the lower ground floor, which features a steam room/hamman, shower, WC, small relaxation area and hot tub. Please note the on-site wellness facilities will not be available until mid-late March, but alternative spa passes to the nearby (2 minutes walk) Hotel Rex spa with swimming pool, sauna, hot tub and steam bath are available.
On the ground floor there is a shared ski and boot room with heated boot warmers.
The living room has a flat screen television, DVD player, CD and iPod player. XBox360 games console and a selection of games and telephone. There is WiFi connection.
| Lounge | TV, DVD, CD player. Telephone and Internet access. Games Console and games. |
| Sauna | Classic Scandinavian wooden sauna, seating up to 4 people. |
| Ski/Boot room | A shared ski and boot room with boot warmers and ample space for skiing equipment. |
| Steam room | Steam room ideal for soothing aching limbs after a long day of skiing. Use of Chalet Artemis' spa facilities is complimentary. Seats 4. |
| Wireless ADSL | Broadband wi-fi. |
Activities
Zermatt has plenty to offer guests other than skiing. The village itself is a pleasure to explore, whether on foot or in a horse-drawn carriage, with a wealth of shops, restaurants and historic buildings to enjoy. Exploring the mountain is also straightforward with mountain railways and some wonderful walks, whether on foot or on snowshoes. If you would like a really close view of the Matterhorn, a helicopter flight around it is truly breathtaking.
Zermatt is much more of a cultural centre than many other resorts. The English church is a highlight, especially at Christmas and art exhibitions, concerts, films, walking tours are plentiful. Every April, the Zermatt Unplugged music festival attracts big name acts.
There are also plenty more active possibilities including the fitness centre, indoor tennis and squash, gym, heli-skiing, ice skating, paragliding, stunning walking tours, gorge adventures, ice climbing and tobogganing
Finally, if all of this sounds exhausting, there are some top quality spas where you can be pampered to your heart’s content.
Services
Great food is an important aspect of any holiday, especially a skiing holiday, and this is something we take very seriously. Our service is of the highest level, but personal in a way that no hotel can match.
Mealtimes are a sociable time to meet other guests and perhaps to find a ski partner. Experienced skiers know that skiing with friends or partners of different standards can be frustrating and sometimes friendships and relationships are better left until the après-ski!
| Flights & transfers | We have an allocation of British Airways scheduled flights at sociable times and shared transfers to make the travel easy and good value. |
| Breakfast | Menu includes Full English, Continental and other specials such as Eggs Benedict and Smoked Salmon and Scrambled Eggs. Food is cooked to order and served. Served from 8am until 9.45am daily |
| Supper | Proposed by the Chef and will typically include four delicious and superbly presented courses followed by cheese and tea or coffee. The menu can be tailored to accommodate specific dietary requirements. Carefully selected house wines are inclusive. |
| Beverages | House wine and Champagne are included, as are soft drinks, beers, teas and coffees so you will not be presented with a tab at the end of your stay. |
| Afternoon tea | A selection of teas, fresh bread, cakes and biscuits will await you on your return from skiing. |
| Host service | Hosts are on hand to help out, whether you would like a table booked for lunch, to find a guide for the afternoon or to advise you on where to ski. |
| Bathroom products | REN bathroom products, fluffy towels, bathrobes and slippers |
| Beauty Therapy | Our own beauty therapist can pamper you with massages, facials, manicures and pedicures. |
When to travel
Zermatt offers excellent conditions throughout a long season. Skiing is well under way by early December and even late November due to high altitude glacial terrain around 4000m. As the season progresses, lower runs offer great conditions too and the skiing below 2000m is appealing when it gets really cold. By April when other resorts can be knee deep in slush, Zermatt will have the best conditions in the Alps. Check out the Zermatt Unplugged music festival in April too.
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Location and directions
Zermatt, Switzerland
Ski Boutique Zermatt is in a prime location, just 3 minutes walk from the village centre. The closest ski lifts are the Sunnegga Express and Matterhorn gondola which are only a 10 minute walk away or 5 minute bus or taxi ride.
Geneva 244km, Zurich 267km, Turin 307km.
How to get there
Scheduled British Airways flights from London to Geneva followed by a luxury coach transfer (2hrs 30 mins) and a 15 minute picturesque mountain train ride to the heart of Zermatt. Flights to Zurich and Sion and train and helicopter transfers from Geneva or Zurich airports also possible
Additional notes
Arrival and departureOur standard day for arrivals and departures is Sunday (except when Christmas Eve and Day and New Year's Eve and Day fall on on Sundays). Shorter stays may be possible but must begin or end on a Sunday.
Ski equipment and lift passesNot included in holiday cost.
StaffingSki Boutique is staffed from 8-11am and 4-11pm.
