Photo Chalet Les Méandres (ex Tupilak)

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Description

Located at the start and finish of the Tour du Mont-Blanc (TMB) on the southern slopes of the Chamonix Valley, the Gite Les Méandres (formerly Tupilak) offers sunny terraces with breathtaking views of the Mont-Blanc massif.

This authentic 18th-century farmhouse was completely renovated in 2009 and can accommodate 24 people, divided into spacious bedrooms for 2 to 6 people. The cottage has two dining rooms and four comfortable bathrooms.

Its operation is completely flexible. You can use the cottage's kitchen to cook your own meals or enjoy the meals offered by the cottage (dinner: €17, breakfast: €9).

Indicative rates

bed and breakfast 41
half board 64

What this accommodation offers

Facilities

  • Private car park
  • Packed lunch room
  • Terrace

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

Payment methods

  • Accepts euros
  • Bank cheque
  • Species

Services

  • Half Board
  • Hot water for a flask
  • Free drinking water
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
  • Evening meal
  • By reservation

Nearby services

  • Bakery
  • Bus
  • Cash dispenser, bank
  • Grocery store
  • Doctor
  • Tourist office
  • Pharmacy
  • Post
  • Ski lifts
  • Taxi
  • Train

Services offered

  • Kitchenette
  • Free hot showers
  • Extra sheets
  • Electricity (220v)
  • Weather information
  • Clothes drying room
  • Laundry facilities available
  • Packed lunch room
  • Wi-Fi (free)

Access

From the center of Les Houches village, head towards the Les Houches SNCF (train) station. Once there, take the Coupeau road on the right. The cottage is located at number 1474, below the Christ the King statue that protects the Chamonix valley (1.5 km from the center of Les Houches. 15 minutes on foot from the station, or 10 minutes on foot via the shortcuts).

Additional information

The owner, a climbing and canyoning instructor, and mountain guide, can provide information on mountain conditions, all the routes, and the main sites in the Chamonix Valley and surrounding areas (Aiguille du Midi, Mer de Glace, Brévent, Aiguilles Rouges Nature Reserve, etc.).

For more information, visit his website: www.tupilak.com

All amenities are nearby (Geneva airport 80km, train 1km, bus 1.5km, post office, supermarket, ski lifts, GR5, TMB, TPMB, etc.).

Free Wi-Fi

Room for 2 on request with supplement of 12 euros per person