Summer holidays for under £1500 per family in the French Alps

Peak Retreats, the award-winning French Alps specialist, is offering family summer mountain holidays in August, that are under £1500 per apartment per week, including travel.

PHOTO: ©Rando – Le Grand Bornand

Boasting a wide array of activities, stunning landscapes, and fresh mountain air, the French Alps present a worthy alternative to traditional summer spots. Perfect for families in search of an affordable yet unique holiday experience, for peak dates in August.

Prices below are all based on 4 sharing a two-bedroom apartment sleeping up to 6, on a self-catered basis, and include a return ferry crossing with DFDS from Dover to Calais; other travel options are available. These apartments are on a first-come, first-served basis and are in limited supply. 

Les Contamines: At the heart of the Mont-Blanc region, this authentic mountain village is nestled in the centre of a nature reserve, allowing for spectacular views of the surrounding massif. A ‘Famille Plus’ resort, Les Contamines has amazing facilities for children and families, with a great choice of activities to fill a week’s holiday. Peak Retreats offers a week holiday at Laska – newly opened in late 2023, this luxury residence is located in a quiet area, within walking distance of the village centre. Facilities include a large wellness area with indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, sensory shower, Nordic bath, as well as a fitness room. Prices starting from £1390 per apartment per week including travel. (Based on two-bedroom apartment w/c 17/08/2024).

Samoëns: Set amongst forest, with easy access to the extensive Grand Massif alpine region, Samoëns is a pretty, rural village. The only winter and summer sports resort in France to be listed as a ‘Historic Monument,’ the village is the ideal holiday destination if you enjoy mountain biking, hiking and water sports. Peak Retreats offers a week holiday at Les Chalets de Layssia – ideally located in the centre of Samoëns, this residence has high standard amenities. Facilities include an indoor heated pool, children’s pool, hot tub, saunas, steam room and onsite spa. Prices starting from £1394 per apartment per week including travel. (Based on two-bedroom apartment w/c 03/08/2024).

Les Saisies: Halfway between two valleys lies Les Saisies – enjoying both a great location and spectacular views of Mont Blanc. This friendly village has kept its authentic alpine charm with its wood clad chalets and bustling high street. A choice of shops and restaurants, as well as activities such as mountain biking or the Adventure Assault course, makes this the ideal village for a summer mountain break. Peak Retreats offers a week holiday at Le Hameau de Beaufortain – situated in a tranquil forest setting, and offering superb views, this residence has facilities including an indoor heated pool, hot tub, saunas, steam room, and fitness room, as well as an onsite spa. Prices starting from £1215 per apartment per week including travel. (Based on two-bedroom apartment w/c 17/08/2024).

Le Grand Bornand: Just 30 minutes’ drive from Annecy, Le Grand Bornand is perfect for a family holiday to the French Alps, offering a variety of outdoor activities. Divided into Le Grand Bornand Village, with its market, restaurant, and shops, and Le Grand Bornand Chinaillon, with its old village and access to flower-filled mountain pastures; cows outnumber people in this mountain resort! Beyond typical mountain sports like hiking and mountain biking, the area is famous for its reblochon production, with local farms running tours and cheese-tasting sessions. Peak Retreats offers a week holiday at Le Village de Lessy – ideally located in the centre of Chinaillon, this 4* residence has beautiful views of the Aravis mountains. Facilities include an indoor heated pool, hot tub, saunas, steam room and fitness room. Prices starting from £1246 per apartment per week including travel. (Based on two-bedroom apartment w/c 10/08/2024).

Val Cenis: Situated between the Vanoise National Park, and the Italian border, Val Cenis is a great base for a hiking holiday. With the picturesque Lac du Mont Cenis sitting at an altitude of 1974m, there’s a great choice of hikes in the surrounding area, as well as summer activities for all the family. Peak Retreats offers a week holiday at Les Chalets de Flambeau – situated in a sunny setting midway between the two villages that make up Val Cenis, this 4* residence offers luxurious apartments with high standard, modern amenities. Facilities include an indoor heated pool with separate children’s paddling pool, hot tub, saunas, steam rooms, fitness room and onsite spa. Prices starting from £1129 per apartment per week including travel. (Based on two-bedroom apartment w/c 17/08/2024).



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