Chalet 1597, Lech, Austria

Originally built in 1597, this enchanting property has been lovingly refurbished paying utmost attention to detail

Chalet 1597 is one of the finest chalets available to rent in Lech. The owners of the chalet have thoughtfully retained many of the original features and cleverly combined these and antique pieces with sumptuous fabrics and furniture to create a very chic and charming alpine home. In 2014, this beautiful chalet was awarded as Austria's Best Ski Chalet at the World Ski Awards.

Located in the Stubenbach area of Lech, you can ski near to the chalet from the Rüfikoft ski area on a marked off-piste run. The chalet is set out over three floors, sleeping a total of 12 guests in five spacious en-suite bedrooms. The master suite boasts its own large drawing/study room and en-suite bathroom with free-standing roll-top bath. The chalet’s terrace enjoys sun all day long and is perfectly situated to take in the breathtaking views.

Aperitifs can be enjoyed in the dramatic ambiance of the chalet’s traditional stone cave and wine cellar before dinner is served in the impressive dining room which seats up to 14 people. After dinner, retire to the cosy living area or perhaps take in a movie in the cinema room. The chalet also boasts a spa area including a bio sauna with relaxation area which is the perfect spot to unwind and watch the sun set over the stunning mountain skyline of Lech. There is wonderful private massage room and also a hot bath outside, perfect for relaxing those aching muscles after a hard day on the slopes.

You enter the luxury Lech chalet on the ground floor, either into the winter wet room or directly into the living room. The winter wet room is furnished with boot heaters and has a separate guest toilet. A fireplace is located in the dining room which is catered from the separate, well-equipped kitchen. The living room features a Tyrolean stube (traditional heating oven). The stylish cinema room, which is perfect for entertaining the children, is accessed from the living room.

Also located on the ground floor is the spa area with bio sauna glass relaxation area. A large twin/double bedroom, with dressing area and en-suite bathroom, is also located on this floor.

Stairs lead from the dining room to the upper hallway which features a card playing area and reading nook. Four bedrooms are located on this floor. The first master bedroom with separate sitting area and en-suite bath and shower room; a second master bedroom with en-suite shower room; and a twin bedroom with en-suite shower room. The fourth bedroom is a charming en-suite children’s room with four single beds.

Stairs lead down from the dining room to the traditional stone wine cave and tasting room. The laundry room and garage, with parking for one vehicle, are also located on the lower floor (vehicle height restrictions apply). Two additional exterior parking spaces are available as well as the one interior space.

The chalet is sold on a catered or self-catered basis.When sold on a catered basis, the chalet normally comes with a dedicated driving service from 8:30am - 1:00am.

SERVICES :

Self-Catered

STANDARD SERVICES

• Concierge service prior to arrival and for the duration of your stay;
• Daily housekeeping service;
• Mid-week towel change;
• Robes, slippers and toiletries;
• Hairdryers in every bathroom;
• Lift pass delivery service.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES
(EXTRA CHARGES APPLY)

• Private transfers to and from resort;
• Lift passes;
• Ski equipment hire;
• Childcare;
• In-chalet massage and hairdressing;
• Private ski guides, heli-skiing and ski lessons;
• Non-skiing activities;
• Pre-arrival shopping service;
• Helicopter transfer;
• Party planning;
• Corporate event planning;
• Please enquire about any other specific service requests.

*This service is based on a week-long stay and services may be tailored to your exact requirements during the booking process. Exact services included with each booking will be listed on the Booking Confirmation.

Bed and breakfast

STANDARD SERVICES

• Concierge service prior to arrival and for the duration of your stay;
• Daily housekeeping service;
• Daily continental breakfast, set-up and cleared away;
• Mid-week towel change;
• Robes, slippers and toiletries;
• Hairdryers in every bathroom;
• Lift pass delivery service.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES
(EXTRA CHARGES APPLY)

• Private transfers to and from resort;
• Lift passes;
• Ski equipment hire;
• Childcare;
• In-chalet massage and hairdressing;
• Private ski guides, heli-skiing and ski lessons;
• Non-skiing activities;
• Pre-arrival shopping service;
• Helicopter transfer;
• Party planning;
• Corporate event planning;
• Please enquire about any other specific service requests.

*This service is based on a week-long stay and services may be tailored to your exact requirements during the booking process. Exact services included with each booking will be listed on the Booking Confirmation.

Catered

STANDARD SERVICES

• Exclusive use of the chalet;
• Concierge service prior to arrival and for the duration of the stay;
• Complimentary ski instructor for the first two days of your stay;
• Daily housekeeping service;
• Daily cooked and continental breakfast served by your breakfast cook and host;
• Freshly baked afternoon tea on six days;
• Pre-dinner canapés served with champagne on six evenings;
• A professional chef and serving a four course dinner on six evenings (staff have one evening off);
• Early children’s supper on six evenings;
• Evening turn down service on six evenings;
• The finest selection of complimentary house wines with dinner, beers and soft drinks;
• Complimentary drinks tray (3 bottles of house spirits);
• Mid-week towel change;
• Robes, slippers and toiletries;
• Hairdryers in every bathroom ;
• Lift pass delivery service.
• In-resort dedicated driver service from 8.30am to 1am (provided in a VW Caravelle or similar);

ADDITIONAL SERVICES
(EXTRA CHARGES APPLY)

• Private transfers to and from resort;
• Lift passes;
• Ski equipment hire;
• Childcare;
• In-chalet massage and hairdressing;
• Private ski guides, heli-skiing and ski lessons;
• Non-skiing activities;
• Pre-arrival shopping service;
• Helicopter transfer;
• Party planning;
• Corporate event planning;
• Please enquire about any other specific service requests.

*This service is based on a week-long stay and services may be tailored to your exact requirements during the booking process. Exact services included with each booking will be listed on the Booking Confirmation.

Interior

• Sleeps 12
• 450 Square metres
• 5 Bedrooms
• 10 Individual beds
• 5 Bathrooms
• 1 Additional WCs
• 14 Dining table seats
• 10 Living area seats

Appliances

• TV
• Hi-Fi/CD player/MP3 player
• Satellite
• Wifi

Wellness and Relaxation

• Sauna
• South-facing balconies
• Spa

Entertainment

• Bar
• Dedicated cinema room
• Wine cave

Additional

• Cot/high chair available
• Family-friendly chalets
• Private laundry facilities
• Private ski locker
• Wood burning fireplace
• Indoor Parking: 1
• Outdoor Parking: 2

SLEEPING FLOOR (TOP FLOOR)

• 1 master suite with emporer bed and separate drawing room (en-suite bathroom)
• 1 master suite with emporer bed (en-suite shower room)
• 1 children’s bedroom with four single beds (sleeps 4, en-suite shower room)
• 1 twin bedroom (en-suite shower room)
• Upper hallway/library area

LIVING FLOOR (GROUND FLOOR)

• Living room
• Dining room
• Kitchen
• Spa area (Bio Sauna and relaxation area)
• 1 twin/double bedroom with dressing room (en-suite bathroom)
• Ski and boot room
• Guest WC

LOWER GROUND FLOOR

• Wine cave and tasting room
• Massage room
• Laundry area
• Staff WC
• Garage with parking for one vehicle