Luxury Ski Property For Sale in Val d'Isere​

Set in Southeastern France, about 5 kilometres from the Italian border, Val d’Isere is a ski resort in the French Alps. Val d’Isère is linked to Tignes, and together, the region is ideal for serious, advanced skiers and snowboarders. Plus, the area is so large that it’d be hard to explore it all in a lifetime, let alone a season.

Of the many ski resorts in the French Alps, Val d’Isère is prized not just for its skiing, snowboarding and winter sports, but also for its après-ski scene. That doesn’t just mean bars, pubs, live music and DJs – though there is plenty of that – but also lots of boutiques and fine-dining restaurants. There are also low-key, quieter spots to get a drink or a meal if you like the region’s exciting vibe but need a laidback evening. Also, since many clubs are open extra-late, the slopes follow suit, staying open later than those at other resorts to accommodate anyone who doesn’t get to the mountain until the afternoon. At the local snow park, you’ll keep busy with heart-pumping obstacles and jumps, an excellent sound system and a R&R zone with space to BBQ for when you need a breather.

If you’re not a skier or snowboarder or you simply want to mix up your activities, there’s still plenty to do, both during the winter and the rest of the year. Get a different vantage point during the wintertime with ice climbing, or enjoy the warmth of the summer with an afternoon spent fishing. There are also cycling, mountain biking, jogging and hiking trails to explore. Need more? Take a helicopter flight or go paragliding for stunning views, ice skate in an outdoor rink or test your skills at canyoning, canoeing or white water rafting.

Property for sale in Val d’Isère includes ski chalets with all of the amenities you could ask for (and that renters look for): ski-in/ski-out access, steam rooms, wine cellars, lifts and even private apartments for guests, staff or renters. Picture a multilevel chalet with sleeping and dining space for 20 people, terraces with mountain views and a sauna or Jacuzzi to relax in after an active day outside.

You’ll find top-quality apartments here, too, which offer a ski chalet feel without having to manage an entire property. How does a lavish apartment with ski-in/ski-out access, enough room for your entire family plus guests, an open kitchen and an indoor pool sound?

The best property for you will depend on your needs – how many people will be living there, how much time you’ll spend there every year, if you plan to rent out your home part-time and how much responsibility you want to take on. That’s why working with a property agent is so helpful. Not only do they know the ins and outs of a region and its rental market, but they’ll also be able to point you toward homes that best fit your lifestyle.

Once you’ve found property for sale in Val d’Isère that you’d like to buy, you’ll make an offer in writing, which will be given to the seller. If the seller accepts the offer, both parties will sign the initial contract, which is called the Compromis de Vente. Note that this contract is subject to change as details are worked out through the rest of the process. At this stage, you’ll also put your deposit down.

Next is a mandatory 10-day cooling-off period, giving you the opportunity to change your mind about the purchase without having to pay any penalties or losing your deposit. If you opt to continue with the purchase, the conveyancing process will begin once the cooling-off period ends. Over approximately 12 weeks, a number of surveys and home assessments will take place, giving you deeper insight into the state of the property. At this point, you can speak with the seller about renovations that need to be made before you buy the home.

Next, the notaire will draw up the deed, called the Acte de Vente. This will have the finalised details in it, so it may be somewhat different from the initial contract. Once you sign the deed and pay the remaining cost, the property is yours!