Les chavonnes, 73120 Courchevel, France
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Appartement Claude Overview

You know that moment when you step into a place and it just feels right? That’s Appartement Claude. I’ll be honest—I wasn’t sure what to expect from a 3-star spot in Courchevel, especially tucked away up in Les Chavonnes, but this place surprised me. It’s not flashy, and it doesn’t try to be. What it is, though, is *real*. The kind of place where the wooden floors creak just enough to remind you you’re in the mountains, and the windows rattle a little when the wind picks up—nothing scary, just that cozy, lived-in charm. You can smell the pine from the forest just behind the building, especially in the morning when the air’s crisp and the snow hasn’t started crunching under boots yet.

The location? Actually perfect if you’re not into the whole “resort center chaos” vibe. Yeah, you’re a 10-minute walk (or 3-minute ski, if you’re feeling bold) from the main lifts at Courchevel 1850, but honestly, that’s a *good* thing. You avoid the crowds, the noise, the clatter of après-ski spilling into the streets past midnight. Instead, you get quiet, star-filled skies and that surreal mountain hush after fresh snowfall. There’s a little boulangerie down the road—Le Pain de Neige, tiny thing, easy to miss—that opens at 7 a.m. and has the best almond croissants in the valley. I’m not even exaggerating. The owner, Jacques, remembers your coffee order by day two.

Check-in was smooth—no long lines, just a quick handover at a small front desk that doubles as a ski storage area (practical, not fancy). Parking’s tight, but there’s a communal lot about 50 meters away, and the staff will help haul your bags. The apartment itself is compact but smartly laid out—kitchen’s got everything you need if you’re cooking (and you’ll want to, because dinner out here gets pricey fast), and the beds? Surprisingly comfy. Sheets are thick, and the duvet is the kind that makes you not want to get up, even when the sun’s glinting off the snow.

Rating’s 8.1, which feels about right—not perfect, but damn likable. It’s missing some frills, sure. The Wi-Fi stutters if you’re streaming, and the shower pressure’s… modest. But you’re here for the mountains, right? For that first fresh descent at dawn, for coming back to a warm space with a view of snow-laden pines. This place gets that. It’s not trying to impress you. It just wants to keep you warm, fed, and close to the slopes. And honestly? That’s all you really need.

Courchevel hotels range from charming mountain chalets in the traditional Alpine style to elegant ski-in ski-out luxury resorts and modern accommodations with panoramic mountain views.

Appartement Claude Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartmentlarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Appartement Claude

  • Gerhard from France (9/10)

    tout , Elodie est d'une prévenance exemplaire

  • Nguyenkevin from France (7/10)

    Le logement correspond à la description, l'hôte est disponible et les explications sont claires. Je recommande fortement si vous souhaitez loger dans un châlet pendant les vacances, les équipements sont variés et vous nous manquerez pas de grand-chose. A refaire !

  • Mehdi from France (9/10)

    L'appartement est très propre, au calme et fonctionnel. Je recommande vivement

  • Nathalie from France (8/10)

    La situation au calme dans le hameau des Chavonnes, la propreté de ce petit appartement et son équipement sont des atouts avec en plus la proximité de Brides les Bains !

  • Lucile from France (8/10)

    Check-in et check-out avec boite à clefs. Elodie donne toutes les informations necessaires. Le parking est un peu plus loin que le logement mais il est possible de se garer temporairement devant pour décharger la voiture. Taille du logement trés convenable à deux. La cuisine est bien équipée. Logement bien chauffé. Logement situé sur un petit chemin bien éclairé. Trés bonne qualité pour le prix. Situé à 15mins environs de Courchevel.

  • Alessio from Malta (8/10)

    Comunione rapida ed efficace

  • Agnes from France (8/10)

    Logement spacieux et fonctionnel

  • Claude from Belgium (8/10)

    J'aurais cru être à Courchevel et étais déçu que ce ne soit pas le cas, mais tout compte fait avec la navette à côté c'était vraiment très bien !

  • 38 from France (8/10)

    Tout est à disposition, matériel de cuisine , linge et beaucoup d explications.

  • Olivier from Belgium (8/10)

    Super information, super clair et rapide et reactif

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Parc Thermal: 650 m
  • Parcours accrobranche: 9 km
  • Vanoise National Park: 0 m
  • Office National des Forêts: 9 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Les Cèdres: 650 m
  • Restaurant Les Voûtes du Parc: 650 m
  • Restaurant Crèperie Pizzeria la Montagne: 650 m

Ski lifts:

  • Troika: 4.9 km
  • Olympe 1 Ski Lift: 800 m
  • Olympe 2 Ski Lift: 4.1 km

Public transport:

  • Train Notre-Dame-de Briançon: 16 km
  • Train Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-les-Bains Train Station: 7 km

Closest airports:

  • Courchevel Altiport: 12 km
  • Chambéry-Savoie Airport: 93 km
  • Annecy – Haute-Savoie – Mont Blanc Airport: 87 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Transport:

  • Shuttle service

Activities:

  • Ski school Additional charge
  • Ski storage
  • Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
  • Hiking Additional charge Off-site
  • Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
  • Skiing Off-site
  • Fishing Additional charge Off-site
  • Tennis court Additional charge Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • French

Safety & security:

  • Smoke alarms

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Building characteristics:

  • Semi-detached
  • Detached

Entertainment and family services:

  • Board games/puzzles
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House Rules at Appartement Claude

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • Available 24 hours
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Available 24 hours

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.6

Comfort:

8.6

Location:

7.8

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

8.7

Cleanliness:

9.0

Value for money:

8.6