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Residence Douchka

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Ski Residence Douchka, Avoriaz, France

The Residence Douchka (previously known as part of Balcons du Soleil group of residences)offers comfortable accommodation right in the heart of the Falaise district of the traffic-free resort of Avoriaz. They are also ideally located close to the cable car which means you will have direct access to the slopes!

Whilst purpose built this traffic free resort enjoys a winter wonderland feel as the only form of transport around the resort is by horse drawn sleigh. It is possible to ski through the resort and everything you need to make this a relaxed holiday when you hang your skis up in the evening is close at hand.

The studios consist of a living area with two single sofa beds and an alcove in the hall with two bunk beds.

The One Bedroom Apartments for 4 people comprise a living room with two single sofa beds and a bedroom with a double bed.

The One Bedroom Apartments for 6 have a double bedroom, one single sofa bed and one pull out bed in a living room and an alcove with bunk beds.

Each apartment has a fully equipped kitchenette (microwave oven, fridge, hotplates and dishwasher), bathroom and balcony. Bed linen, towels and cleaning kits are included. A television and end of stay cleaning (not kitchen) are also included.

 

Facilities

  • All Rooms have Balcony (or terrace)
  • Dishwasher
  • Ensuite Bath or Shower, WC
  • Fridge
  • Fully Fitted Kitchen
  • Internet Access (extra charge)
  • Lift
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Reception (main reception Saskia)
  • TV in room

Leisure

    Meals

    This property is offered on a Self-Catering basis.


    Room Types


    Important Information

    • Check-in after 17.00, check-out before 10.00
    • Beds are not made on arrival.
    • The main reception is open 24 hours a day.
    • A deposit of €200 per apartment is required on arrival and shall be refunded on your departure.
    • Bed linen, towels and cleaning services are included.
    • A local tourist charge of approx. €1-1.5 per person per day is payable locally.

    Facilities

    • All Rooms have Balcony (or terrace)
    • Dishwasher
    • Ensuite Bath or Shower, WC
    • Fridge
    • Fully Fitted Kitchen
    • Internet Access (extra charge)
    • Lift
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Reception (main reception Saskia)
    • TV in room

    Leisure

      Meals

      This property is offered on a Self-Catering basis.


      Room Types


      Important Information

      • Check-in after 17.00, check-out before 10.00
      • Beds are not made on arrival.
      • The main reception is open 24 hours a day.
      • A deposit of €200 per apartment is required on arrival and shall be refunded on your departure.
      • Bed linen, towels and cleaning services are included.
      • A local tourist charge of approx. €1-1.5 per person per day is payable locally.

      Close to resort centre. Located on the slopes. Ski in - ski out location.

      Distances

      • Ski School: 150m (2 minutes)
      • Nearest Lift: 250m (3 minutes)
      • Resort Centre: 600m (7 minutes)

      Transfers

      Geneva 2 hours 30 min (85km)

      Map

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      Piste Map

      Full Size Piste Map

       

      Avoriaz is best suited for:

      Families, Children: *****
      Apres Ski, Night Life: ***
      Groups: ****
      Non-Skiers: *
      Great Shopping: *
      Village Atmosphere: *

      Suitability

      Beginner: ****
      Intermediate: ****
      Advanced: ***
      Snowboard: ****

      Pistes

      Black: 6
      Red: 15
      Blue: 24
      Green: 5
      Longest: 11km
      Total: 650km
      Village height: 1800m
      Highest lift: 2460m

      Lift System

      Total lifts: 208
      Chair lifts: 85
      Drag lifts: 109
      Gondola: 14

       

      Facilities

      • Bowling
      • Cinema
      • Climbing Wall
      • Health Centre
      • Ice Skating
      • Parapenting
      • Saunas
      • Skidoos
      • Sleigh Rides
      • Snowshoe Tours
       

      Full Avoriaz resort information

      Ski Pack Prices

      Age:

      Travel Date:

      Lift Pass: Porte du Soleil Area Family Lift Pass (2 Adults + up to 2 Kids under 16) (6 days) £612
      Lift Pass: Porte du Soleil Area Pass (6 days) £194
      School: Ski School Advanced Afternoons (6 days) £121.50
      School: Ski School Advanced Mornings (6 days) £119.70
      School: Ski School Beginner Afternoons (6 days) £121.50
      School: Ski School Beginner Mornings (6 days) £119.70
      School: Ski School Intermediate Afternoons (6 days) £121.50
      School: Ski School Intermediate Mornings (6 days) £119.70
      School: Ski School Low Intermediate Afternoons (6 days) £121.50
      School: Ski School Low Intermediate Mornings (6 days) £119.70
      School: Snowboard School Advanced Afternoons £139.50
      School: Snowboard School Advanced Mornings £139.50
      School: Snowboard School Beginners Afternoons (6 days) £139.50
      School: Snowboard School Beginners Mornings (6 days) £139.50
      School: Snowboard School Intermediate Afternoons £139.50
      School: Snowboard School Intermediate Mornings £139.50
      School: Snowboard School Low Intermediate Afternoons (6 days) £139.50
      School: Snowboard School Low Intermediate Mornings (6 days) £139.50
      Ski Stuff: Advanced Skis (6 days) £80
      Ski Stuff: Advanced Skis and Boots (6 days) £110
      Ski Stuff: Advanced Snowboard and Boots (6 days) £110
      Ski Stuff: Intermediate Boots (6 days) £35
      Ski Stuff: Intermediate Skis (6 days) £60
      Ski Stuff: Intermediate Skis and boots (6 days) £90
      Ski Stuff: Standard Boots (6 days) £27
      Ski Stuff: Standard Ski and Boots (6 days) £70
      Ski Stuff: Standard Skis (6 days) £45
      Snowboard Stuff: Advanced Snowboard (6 days) £80
      Snowboard Stuff: Snowboard (6 days) £60
      Snowboard Stuff: Snowboard Boots (6 days) £35
      Snowboard Stuff: Snowboard and Boots (6 days) £90

      In Resort

      Garderie Les P'tits Loups

      We can mind babies and children aged 3 months to 5 years and will keep the children entertained with snow games on the large sunny terrace and educational activities.

      Approximate Prices:

      • 1 Day: €37.80
      • 6 Days: €188.70

      How to Book:

      • Website: www.avoriaz.com
      • Email: garderie@avoriaz.com
      • Phone: +33-450740038

      ***Please Note: Places are limited and must be reserved before your arrival. Bookings can be made by registration Saturdays 5-7pm or in advance by email.

      The Annie Famose Children's Village

      We can mind children aged 3 to 16 years. From the age of three, a child will get used to his or her first skis, become self sufficient, and discover all the fun of snow. Children aged 6 + will be split into classes dependent on their skiing ability.

      Approximate Prices:

      • 1 Day: €47.00
      • 6 Days: €233.00

      How to Book:

      • Website: www.village-des-enfants.com
      • Phone: +33-450740046

      Important Note: Please note if you choose to book the services outlined above, your contract for them will not be with us and the services will not form part of any package of services we may supply. Your contract for these services will be with the supplier of the services identified above as appropriate. The booking conditions of that supplier will apply to that contract. We accept no liability in respect of these services or for the acts or omissions of any supplier(s) or other person(s) or party(ies) connected with them.

      Snow Reports


      Last Updated 06 Feb 2012
      Last Snowed 01 Feb 2012
      Temperature -14°C
      Snow Depth on Lower Slopes 260cm
      Snow Depth on Upper Slopes 300cm
      Fresh Snow Depth 10cm
      Open Lifts 33
      Total Lifts 34
      Runs to Resort Excellent
      Weather Perfect ski weather, sunny but cold
      Piste State Great conditions - wax up your skis!

      Ski Club of Great Britain

      Snow data supplied by the Ski Club of Great Britain.


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      Prices and availability per person per week

      Depart:
      Based on:
      11 Feb 2012
      green Available
      £281
      18 Feb 2012
      red Sold out
      £281
      25 Feb 2012
      red Sold out
      £281
      03 Mar 2012
      red Sold out
      £252
      10 Mar 2012
      red Sold out
      £187
      17 Mar 2012
      red Sold out
      £141
      24 Mar 2012
      green Available
      £141
      31 Mar 2012
      red Sold out
      £187
      07 Apr 2012
      green Available
      £187
      08 Apr 2012
      green Available
      £176
      14 Apr 2012
      green Available
      £107
      15 Apr 2012
      green Available
      £107
      What's included
      Unless otherwise stated, all our ski holidays include:
      • Great accomodation
      • 24 hour local support
      • A few bumps and bruises!
       

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