The Chalet That Made Us Feel Like Ski Royalty

Let’s be real: Courchevel 1850 isn’t just a ski resort it’s a glittering snow globe of fur-lined glamour, Michelin stars, and slopes so pristine they belong on a postcard. But when Luxury Retreats booked us into Chalet Alaska, I realized something: You don’t need a five-star hotel when you’ve got a private spa, a heated pool, and a fireplace big enough to roast a Yeti. Gather your squad, because this chalet is the ultimate flex for those who want to ski hard, pamper harder, and laugh until their abs hurt.

1. First Impressions: “Is This Our Chalet or a Bond Villain’s Lair?”

Walking into Chalet Alaska felt like stepping into a Wes Anderson film if Wes Anderson designed alpine chalets. Reclaimed wood beams, floor-to-ceiling windows framing the Saulire peak, and a living room so vast we could’ve hosted a conga line (we did). The fire crackling in the hearth? That’s just the chalet saying, “Relax, darling.”

The basement isn’t a basement it’s a wellness wonderland. We’re talking heated indoor pool, sauna, hammam, and an aqua bike (because why burn calories skiing when you can pedal in a pool?).

Pro tip: Book the in-chalet massage. Imagine kneading out ski cramps while staring at snow-capped mountains through a steam room window. Heaven.

2. Bedrooms: Where Every Room Feels Like the ‘Master’

Claim the master bedroom. King-size bed, private terrace, and a jacuzzi tub big enough for two (or one person + a bottle of Bollinger).

The TV has more satellite channels than we could name, but let’s be honest you’re here to stare at the Saulire peak, not Netflix. The family room sleeps four with bunk beds and a double perfect for kids or that one friend who still thinks sleeping in bunk beds is “fun.” Meanwhile, the adults can sip Riesling in the sauna, blissfully unaware of the pillow fort upstairs.

3. Why This Chalet Beats Any Five-Star Hotel

Privacy Meets Pampering: Daily housekeeping? Check. A concierge who’ll book your private chef, ski guides, or organic truffle delivery? Double-check.

This isn’t a cookie-cutter hotel. The chalet’s built with wood from actual old Alpine farms luxury with soul. Space to Sprawl: 360m² means no elbowing for bathroom time. Even your most high-maintenance friend won’t complain.

4. How Luxury Retreats Made It Even Better

We booked through Luxury Retreats, and they delivered. Not only did they snag us a killer rate (€1900/night for 12 people? Steal!), but they also: Pre-Stocked the Kitchen: Arrived to find local cheeses, wine, and fresh baguettes waiting. Hooked Us Up with a Private Chef: Who knew truffle fondue could taste even better in pajamas? VIP Lift Passes: Skipped lines at the Saulire gondola like we owned the place.

5. Courchevel 1850: Glitz, Glam, and Gluhwein

The chalet is a 2-minute shuffle to the slopes. Pro tip: Book a private instructor through Luxury Retreats they’ll have you carving like an Olympian (or at least looking like one). Courchevel’s Michelin scene is legendary, but our favorite meal? The private raclette night the chalet staff arranged. Melted cheese + slope gossip white tablecloths.

6. Insider Tips for Your Squad

Chalet Alaska’s calendar fills faster than a Champagne flute at New Year’s. Go Big or Go Home, with space for 12, invite your funniest friends. Laughter is mandatory.

Leaving Chalet Alaska felt like saying goodbye to a fairy tale. It’s the kind of place where you bond over sauna selfies, debate the merits of aqua biking (still undecided), and realize that luxury isn’t about thread count it’s about shared moments in a space that feels yours. If Courchevel is the crown of the Alps, Chalet Alaska is its jewel. And hey, if Luxury Retreats offers you a discount? Take it. Your squad deserves this.

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