Chalet Baita 1697 / Sestriere
Living Area: 450 m2
Hot tub
Cinema
FireplaceDescription
Chalet Baita 1697 is located just a few minutes from the famous Italian ski resort of Sestriere, in the quiet hamlet of Pattemouche. The ski area is known as Via Lattea/Milky Way and includes a huge ski area of 400km. A cable car and a heli-ski take-off point are just 100 metres from the chalet and take you right into the heart of the ski area. You can ski right back to the front door. The owners wanted to create an extraordinary hideaway in the Italian Alps and, with great attention to detail, have turned an old 17th century farmhouse into a uniquely restored and luxurious Piedmontese holiday chalet with a history dating back hundreds of years. The traditional vaulted stone ceilings that make up so much of its charm have been retained.
450 generous square metres offer space for 12 adults, with 5 double bedrooms, a bedroom with 6 beds and an entertainment room with a double bed. The well-being factor is ensured by underfloor heating in the bathrooms and the finest Egyptian cotton bed linen. The entire interior creates a warm atmosphere, all the furniture is of extremely high quality, skillfully put together by the owner, an interior designer, and featured in one of the best-known architecture magazines, "Architectural Digest Magazine". Chalet Batia 1697 is a combination of character and charm, and the perfect place for a wonderful ski holiday in the Italian Alps.
Vaulted stone ceilings, warm colours, unusual furniture, including antiques, sensitive decoration, sheepskins and warm blankets, plus a blazing fire in the fireplace, all lend the living area an enchanting flair - this is a great place to spend evenings with friends or family, preferably with a good drop of wine from the Monferrato vineyard. What would an Italian holiday be without excellent wine?
A modern staircase made of glass and wood separates the living and dining areas. Guests can enjoy their meals at a rustic wooden table with modern swing chairs. In addition to the skins on the chairs and the floor, a ceiling lamp with candles creates a romantic atmosphere. The modern white kitchen is on the ground floor and is the refuge of the chef, who spoils guests with local organic produce as well as international delicacies. A second small living area on the second/top floor with comfortable armchairs and a fireplace is ideal for enjoying the peace and beauty of this holiday home with a warm chocolate or a cocktail and a stunning view of the local Monte Banchetta. For entertainment, there are board games and a TV room with a fireplace on the same floor.
From here, you can access the roof terrace with a local larch wood hot tub and stunning views. A warming fireplace - right next to the hot tub - creates an additional enchanting atmosphere. A glass of champagne in the hot tub, accompanied by a crackling open fire, pristine mountain landscapes under a starry sky. What could be nicer than ending the day in such a relaxed way after a variety of sporting activities and skiing?
The bedrooms are on the first and second floors and are individually furnished in a modern style with en-suite bathrooms. One has a lovely terrace, three have access to their own private balcony. A children's room with six beds is on the second floor. If required, a double bed can be used in the entertainment room.
On the ground floor, Chalet Baita 1697 has a ski room with underfloor heating, heated boot warmers, a wine cellar and laundry room.
Bedrooms
First Floor
1 Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower and private balcony
1 Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom and private balcony
1 Double bedroom with fireplace, en-suite bathroom with shower and terrace access
Second Floor
1 Double bedroom with fireplace, freestanding bathtub and en-suite shower room
1 Double bedroom with shared en-suite bathroom with shower and private balcony
1 Children's Dormitory (sleeps 6) with en-suite bathroom with shower
Two additional guests can be accommodated on a double pull out sofa in the TV lounge.
Please note: Prices are based on exclusive use for up to 12 adults and 6 children (under 6) and includes full catering, selected wines, daily housekeeping and complimentary ski shuttle to Sestriere. Can also be booked self-catered.
Features
Sleeps 10 + 8
6 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
Open-plan living/dining area
Wood-burning fireplace
TV lounge
Film and music library
WiFi
Separate fully equipped kitchen
Wine cellar
Outdoor Jacuzzi
Roof terrace with open fire
Balconies/Terrace
Mountain views
Ski room with boot warmers
Laundry facilities
Prices & Service
| Dates | Nights | Catered |
|---|---|---|
| 14 Dec 24 | 7 | EUR 18,000 |
| 21 Dec 24 | 7 | EUR 40,000 |
| 28 Dec 24 | 7 | EUR 49,000 |
| 04 Jan 25 | 7 | EUR 29,000 |
| 11 Jan 25 | 7 | EUR 24,900 |
| 18 Jan 25 | 7 | EUR 24,900 |
| 25 Jan 25 | 7 | EUR 29,500 |
| 01 Feb 25 | 7 | EUR 31,000 |
| 08 Feb 25 | 7 | EUR 31,000 |
| 15 Feb 25 | 7 | EUR 39,500 |
| 22 Feb 25 | 7 | EUR 31,000 |
| 01 Mar 25 | 7 | EUR 28,000 |
| 08 Mar 25 | 7 | EUR 28,000 |
| 15 Mar 25 | 7 | EUR 28,000 |
| 22 Mar 25 | 7 | EUR 33,500 |
| 29 Mar 25 | 7 | EUR 33,500 |
| 05 Apr 25 | 7 | EUR 24,900 |
| 12 Apr 25 | 7 | EUR 20,000 |
What's included
Catered
Exclusive use of the chalet and its facilities
7 Nights luxury accommodation on your chosen dates
Pre-arrival concierge service
Welcome on arrival
Daily housekeeping
Private chef
Daily breakfast with bread, pastries, juice, granola, local products, eggs, etc.
Daily afternoon tea with homemade cake
Buffet-style dinner (on arrival day)
4-course gourmet dinner (on 5 nights)
Complimentary house wines
Shuttle service to Sestriere (2 trips/day in 9-seater Mercedes Minivan)
Bed linen & towels
Bathrobes & slippers
Luxury toiletries
End of stay cleaning
Additonal sercive (extra charges apply)
Airport transfers and taxi service
Lift passes
Private ski lessons
Ski equipment rental
Please enquire about any other specific service requests.
This service is based on a week-long stay and services may be tailored to your exact requirements during the booking process. Exact services included with each booking will be listed on the Booking Confirmation.
Location
Map loading...In the old hamlet of Pattemouche on the outskirts of Sestriere. Pattemouche-Anfiteatro cable car, the closest option to reach the wide Via Lattea/Milky Way ski area, is 3 min. on foot. Good snow conditions given, guests can ski back - the chalet is close to the Pattemouche blue slope. Sestriere is a short 15 min. drive
Distances to airports
Turin (TRN): 120km
Infos/Activities
Finest Holidays offer some catered and self-catered luxury chalets in Sestriere. The Italian ski resort of Sestriere is located at an altitude of 2,035 metres between the two valleys of Susa and Chisone (Piedmont region) and consists of four villages: Sestriere Colle, Sestriere Borgata, Champlas du Col and Champlas Janvier. The winter sports resort is the undisputed star of the Vialetta/Milky Way ski region and regularly hosts major international sporting events, including numerous stages of the Alpine Ski World Cup. Sestriere further cemented its international reputation by hosting the Alpine competitions during the 2006 Turin Winter Olympics.
Founded by the Italian industrialist family Agnelli in the 1930s as a winter holiday resort for employees of the Fiat factory in Turin, Sestriere, whose skyline is dominated by the two towers (red and white) built at the behest of Giovanni Agnelli, is a paradise for skiers and snowboarders with 400 kilometres of perfectly groomed slopes stretching across the border as far as into France. The Olympic mountains guarantee fun for all levels, from beginners to experts.
LUXURY SKI HOLIDAYS IN SESTRIERE
Sestriere, a regular venue for Alpine Ski World Cup races, is part of the Via Lattea/Milky Way winter sports area, a 400-kilometre ski area that stretches from Cesana, Claviere, Sansicario, Sauze d'Oulx and Sestriere across the border to Montgenevre on the French side. It is one of the most snow-sure ski areas and is ideal for intermediate, advanced skiers and snowboarders. Nearby is the Val Troncea Nature Park with its impressive alpine flora, including edelweiss, golden eagles and the goat-like chamois. From après-ski to watching international competitions and discovering the region's culinary traditions - whether in the mountain huts dotted across the Alpine landscape or in the numerous restaurants, there's always something to do. In addition to skiing, shopping and eating, Sestiere offers sled dog rides and many activities in summer, such as hiking and mountain biking, there is also an 18-hole golf course. Explore the nearby villages with its Italian flair. There are several great viewpoints from which you can observe the breathtaking landscape. Don't miss the famous Chaberton mountain, a highlight of any visit to Sestriere. As one of the highest ski resorts in the Alps, Sestriere nestles in an area of gentle pastures. Moreover, the resort is one of the pioneers of snowmaking, so the slopes are open throughout the season (from the beginning of December to the end of April).
SKIING IN VIALATTEA/MILKY WAY
Where other than the Vialattea ski area, the fifth largest in Europe, could be better for some skiing in Piedmont? Each of the different ski areas within the "Milky Way" boasts unique slopes and numerous opportunities to relax after a day spent in fresh snow. As the ski terrain stretches across the border as far as into France, skiers and snowboarders should set off early to make sure they reach the many lift connections in good time. Without doubt, Sestriere is the leading lady of the Vialattea. The already high international profile of the winter sports resort gained a further boost of attention as it became one of the locations for the 2006 Winter Olympics. With more than 100 kilometres of ski slopes, Sauze d'Oulx is one of the largest ski areas in the Vialattea region. Due to the varying degrees of difficulty, it is a true paradise for skiing enthusiasts. "Sportinia", at 2,000 metres altitude, is the starting point for the more challenging pistes that wind their way through the woods. Along with the authentic atmosphere of the small village set in beautiful countryside, makes this ski domain one of the most popular on the Vialattea. At 1,509m altitude, 71 slopes and 13 lifts.
Picturesque Pragelato at 1,518m altitude has 50km of well-prepared slopes that wind between 1,535 and 2,700m above sea level, allowing exciting descents for beginners and experienced skiers alike. Its slopes are well suited for exciting off-piste skiing in fresh snow or spring snow, while several routes that penetrate into fascinating landscapes within the Val Troncea Natural Park are a strong attraction for cross-country enthusiasts. Acknowledged as one of the most challenging and technical circuits at international level, here they have the chance to compete with the tracks that were the scene of the 2006 Turin Winter Olympics (Cross-country, Nordic combined, Ski jump). The Pattemouche-Anfiteatro cableway links to the Milky Way ski area.
Sansicario at 1,700m altitude is located on a plateau on the slopes of Monte Fraiteve and consists of Sansicario Borgo, a typical mountain village surrounded by unspoilt forests, and Sansicario Alto, which sits on a terrace above the Susa Valley with magnificent panoramic view of the Montgenèvre Pass, Monti della Luna and Monte Chaberton. The slopes are so excellent that Sansicario Alto was chosen as the site to host the Super Giant and Downhill Women's Alpine Skiing competitions during the 2006 Olympic Winter Games. The two villages have 44 pistes and 7 ski lifts.
With 19 pistes, including some for beginners and advanced skiers, Cesana is nevertheless best suited to experienced skiers and snowboarders. Situated at an altitude of 1,354 metres, the village is a central point in the Vialattea ski area. There are 10 kilometres of cross-country ski trails and 25 ski lifts. The Cesana-Ski Lodge gondola takes you to the ski slopes of Sansicario Alto, with a possible ski-to-ski connection to the slopes of Sauze d'Oulx and Sestriere. The small hamlet of Clavière is nestled at the point where the Italian part of the Vialattea meets its French neighbour. Situated in splendid landscape at the foot of the imposing 3,131m Monte Chaberton, which dominates the valley. Lovers of skiing, snowshoeing and nature will find immaculate powder and 46 pistes immersed in the forests. Clavière lies at an altitude of 1,760 metres.
The Montgenèvre ski area stretches from 1,860m altitude up to 2,700m in the upper part of the ski slopes. Just a stone's throw from Italy, sunny Montgenèvre is the French part of the Vialattea and thus offers not just the charm of a small mountain village, but also the possibilities of a large international ski area with more than 400km of pistes leading all the way to Sestriere. In addition to superb views, high snow quality and slopes for every taste, the "front de neige" delights young and old alike. The Montgenèvre ski area alone is home to 51 pistes and 23 different lifts.
BARS & RESTAURANTS
At nightfall, Sestriere attracts snow sports enthusiasts and creates an international party vibe. On the central square, Brahms Pub and La Caverna are good choices. Tabata, the No. 1 discotheque in Sestriere, is the place to party until the small hours. World-famous DJs, Olympic gold medallists, above all Italian skiing idol Alberto Tomba, blue bloods such as His Serene Highness Albert II. of Monaco and the crème de la crème of Italys cinema scene like to hang out here when on ski holidays in Sestriere.
At 2,550m altitude, La Tana della Volpe is a bar and restaurant with a difference - dinner followed by a torch-lit hike (per reservation). Typical regional dishes and a terrace offering a splendid 360-degree panoramic view of the mountains. Near the terminus of the legendary Banchetta chairlift.
RistoranTino & C. is a place of challenging combinations, balanced with aesthetic taste (and service) consistently up to the mark. A mix of East, Mediterranean and Alps with an affluence of well-mixed local and exotic ingredients for a multicultural fusion from appetizer to dessert. Particularly interesting wine list with 300 different labels, but the sommelier will also suggest less usual beer or sake pairings. Mountain atmosphere with essential furnishings and, in season, a crackling fireplace. Michelin star restaurant in Sauze di Cesana, 7km to Sestriere.
Opened 1972, Last Tango has not yet danced its last dance. The mountain-style dining room has plenty of character, with exposed beams and an open fire. Numerous regulars flock here for specialties such as "meat pierrade" and "fondue bourguignonne". Excellent selection of mountain cheeses and a wine list that highlights small, talented Piedmontese producers.
Refuge Alpette sits at 2,300m altitude right above Sestriere. The building housing the restaurant is the former cable car arrival station. The restaurant's large dining room with its bay window gives a superb view over the pass. Typical cuisine, with specialities including tartiflette and venison stew with juniper berries. Fine list of Piedmontese wines. When the weather permits, guests can take advantage of the terrace.
Il Cardo is one of the prettiest and most welcoming restaurants in Sestriere. The meals, served in an enchanting alpine-style décor dining room, are typical of the Piedmontese tradition - hearty, unpretentious and accompanied by a well-stocked wine list. Pleasant terrace, weather permitting, to take in the splendid setting, surrounded by mountains.
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SESTRIERE RESORT INFO
Region: Via Lattea/The Milky Way | Altitude: 2,035m | Top Elevation: 2,840m | Pistes: 400km | Green: 9 | Blue: 70 | Red: 134 | Black: 34 | Longest Run: 7km | Lifts: 20 | Chair Lifts: 7 | Drag Lifts: 12 | Gondolas: 1 | Highest Lift: 2,808m | | Snow Parks: 1 | Ice Rink: 1
VIALATTEA/MILKY WAY INFO
Regions: Piedmont/French Maritime Alps | Ski Areas: 7 (Sestriere, Clavière, Cesana, Pragelato, Sauze d‘Oulx, Sansicario, Montgenèvre | Ski Elevation: 1,372-2,789m | Pistes: 400km | Intermediate: 95km | Advanced: 220km | Expert: 85km | Lifts: 70 | Cross-Country: 100km | Most beautiful cross-country route: Val Troncea Park, Pragelato | Snow Parks: Sestriere, Sauze d‘Oulx, Sansicario, Montgenèvre