Bringing the whole family together under one roof is what a chalet does best. The children have their own bunk room and games, the grandparents a quiet bedroom, and everyone meets around the same table in the evening. The key is choosing the right chalet: how far from ski school, how many bedrooms, what space for the children, what comfort for the older generation.
Pointe de Sel helps you make that choice in four Savoie resorts (Courchevel, Méribel, La Plagne and Les Arcs), then arranges your stay so that parents get a real holiday too.
Our chalets and apartments for family holidays
- Chalet du Bois Melay, La Plagne 1800: 7 bedrooms for 15 guests and something for every age, from the indoor pool to the cinema room, table football and pinball. The slopes, shops and walking trails are all within walking distance.
- Chalet La Ferme de Mon Grand-Père, Méribel: the most spacious chalet in our selection, 8 bedrooms for 18 guests, with a pool and play areas. A chef and a driver are included.
- Chalet Etoile des Neiges, Méribel: 6 bedrooms including a four-bed room for the children, a hot tub, and the shuttle nearby to reach the village centre and the slopes.
- Chalet Saule, Arc 1600: 5 bedrooms for 12 guests, ski-in ski-out, with ski school reachable directly on skis. Living spaces over several floors let everyone keep their own space.
- Mont-Blanc View Apartment, Plagne Centre: 4 bedrooms including a bunk room sleeping 6 to 8 children, ski-in ski-out, close to ski school, in a building with a lift.
- Chalet Albert, La Plagne Montalbert: a family-friendly village, a chalet at the foot of the slopes with a hot tub, and 4 bedrooms including a bunk room for 4 children.
- Chalet Mayor, Courchevel Village: 5 bedrooms for 10 guests, an indoor pool, with the slopes and ski school close by.
- Chalet La Biche, Courchevel Village: 5 bedrooms, hot tub and sauna, a short walk from the slopes and ski school.
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A chalet for every generation
With young children
Being close to ski school makes all the difference: less walking in ski boots, less tiredness, more time on the slopes. The Mont-Blanc View Apartment, Chalet Saule, Chalet Mayor and Chalet La Biche are all a short distance from ski school. Children also love the bunk rooms at the Mont-Blanc View Apartment and Chalet Albert, and the four-bed room at Chalet Etoile des Neiges, where they sleep together while parents keep their own room.
With teenagers
Teenagers like having their own space: the cinema room, table football and pinball at Chalet du Bois Melay, or the pool at La Ferme de Mon Grand-Père. Ski-in ski-out access also gives them more independence, as at Chalet Saule in Arc 1600.
With grandparents
For a multi-generational family gathering, space matters as much as comfort. La Ferme de Mon Grand-Père sleeps up to 18 guests, with a chef and driver included. Chalet du Bois Melay has a ground-floor bedroom on the same level as the living room. At Chalet Saule, living spaces over several floors let each generation keep its own rhythm. The Mont-Blanc View Apartment is served by a lift.
Please note: Chalet La Biche is reached by a long flight of steps. For less mobile grandparents, we will suggest another chalet.
A holiday for the children… and for the parents
A successful family holiday also means parents who get to rest. Whichever property you choose, Pointe de Sel takes care of the arrangements so you can make the most of your stay:
- children’s ski lessons, booked in advance. Many ski schools offer first introduction-to-skiing sessions from age 3, sometimes slightly earlier depending on the school and the child;
- childcare suited to your children’s ages, from toddlers to older children, provided by our trusted partners subject to availability, and we make sure everything runs smoothly;
- in-chalet dining: a private chef for one dinner, a few evenings or the whole week, or prepared meals delivered to the chalet;
- ski equipment and lift passes delivered to the chalet;
- transfers from the station or airport;
- a Christmas tree, and thoughtful touches to make your stay run smoothly.
An evening for two while the children are looked after, a quiet morning while they are at ski school: that is also what a luxury family holiday is about.
Which resort for a family holiday?
- La Plagne: a resort designed for families, with villages at the foot of the slopes and the Paradiski area. Home to Chalet du Bois Melay, the Mont-Blanc View Apartment and Chalet Albert.
- Les Arcs: many ski-in ski-out chalets and Charlotte Perriand’s architecture, linked to La Plagne by Paradiski. Chalet Saule is in the heart of Arc 1600.
- Méribel: at the centre of Les 3 Vallées, with quiet areas such as Mussillon, home to La Ferme de Mon Grand-Père and Chalet Etoile des Neiges.
- Courchevel: the family charm of Courchevel Village, home to Chalet Mayor and Chalet La Biche.
Activities to share as a family
Beyond skiing, the mountains offer something for every generation: building an igloo, racing down a sledging run, a husky sledding outing or a snowshoe walk. We arrange these activities with local guides, adapted to your children’s ages. See also our children’s activities and ideas for family après-ski.
When to go on a family holiday in the French Alps?
- At Christmas, to celebrate together in the chalet, around the tree. See Christmas in a chalet.
- During the February half-term, the busiest period for families: it is best to book early.
- Outside the school holidays, with toddlers not yet at school: quieter slopes and less busy ski schools.
- In summer, chalets are perfect for multi-generational holidays: hiking, swimming and outdoor activities. Discover our summer offer.
Our family properties at a glance
| Chalet | Resort | Sleeps | Bedrooms | For children | Wellness | Access to the slopes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Ferme de Mon Grand-Père | Méribel (Mussillon) | up to 18 | 8 | Play areas, chef and driver included | Pool | 700 m, private driver |
| Bois Melay | La Plagne 1800 | up to 15 | 7 | Cinema, table football, pinball, board games | Indoor pool, sauna | Within walking distance |
| Etoile des Neiges | Méribel (Mussillon) | up to 14 | 6 | Four-bed room | Hot tub, sauna | Shuttle nearby |
| Saule | Arc 1600 | up to 12 | 5 | Ski school reachable on skis | – | Ski-in ski-out |
| Mont-Blanc View | Plagne Centre | up to 12 | 4 incl. 1 bunk room | Bunk room sleeping 6 to 8, lift | – | Ski-in ski-out |
| La Biche | Courchevel Village | up to 12 | 5 | Ski school 250 m away | Hot tub, sauna | Lifts 160 m away |
| Albert | La Plagne Montalbert | up to 11 | 4 incl. 1 bunk room | Bunk room for 4 children | Hot tub | At the foot of the slopes |
| Mayor | Courchevel Village | up to 10 | 5 | Ski school close by | Indoor pool, sauna | 200 m |
Frequently asked questions
From what age can children take ski lessons?
Many ski schools offer first introduction-to-skiing sessions from age 3, sometimes slightly earlier depending on the school and the child. We book the lessons for you before you arrive.
Can we arrange childcare during our stay?
Yes. We arrange childcare suited to your children’s ages, from toddlers to older children, subject to our trusted partners’ availability, and we make sure everything runs smoothly.
Which chalet suits three generations?
La Ferme de Mon Grand-Père in Méribel sleeps up to 18 guests, with a chef and driver included. Chalet du Bois Melay in La Plagne sleeps 15 and has a ground-floor bedroom on the same level as the living room. Chalet Saule in Arc 1600 has several living spaces so everyone keeps their independence.
Which properties are close to ski school?
The Mont-Blanc View Apartment in La Plagne and Chalet Saule in Les Arcs are ski-in ski-out, close to ski school. In Courchevel Village, Chalet Mayor and Chalet La Biche are a few minutes’ walk from ski school.
Can we go on a family holiday in summer?
Yes. Our chalets are ideal for multi-generational summer holidays, with hiking, swimming and outdoor activities. Discover our summer offer.
