Le Cristal de Jade Apartments, Chamonix, France

· next to the Aiguille du Midi cable car · 2 minutes' walk to the resort centre · 10-15 minutes' walk to the nursery slopes · 5-10 minutes' walk to the nearest supermarket · 2 minutes' walk to the ski school meeting point

Experience the ultimate self-catering ski break in Chamonix, with a stay at Le Cristal de Jade. Each apartment is the epitome of chic chalet style, with natural materials, sleek furnishings and big windows to make the most of your gorgeous surroundings. They all have an uber modern kitchen, with everything you need to whip up delicious meals, including an oven and dishwasher. And there are separate bedrooms and a living room so everyone gets their own space.

The apartments are spread over three buildings, and the main building also has an indoor pool and spa to complete that 5-star experience.

The Aiguille du Midi cable car is right next door and the nearest slopes are a 5-minute bus ride away. It’s also just a 2-minute walk to the centre of Chamonix – perfect for exploring the many shops, bars and restaurants.

· indoor pool · spa with hot tub, sauna, steam room and fitness room · extra charge for massages · private garden · lift to all floors · ski room · free WiFi · 51 apartments · raclette, fondue machines, board games and DVD players available to hire

All apartments have a kitchen with four hobs, oven, microwave, toaster, fridge, coffee machine, wine fridge and dishwasher, as well as a flatscreen TV with UK channels, DVD player, free WiFi, hairdryer and bathrobes. Towels, linen, dishwasher tablets, washing-up liquid and end-of-stay cleaning (except kitchen) are included.

When you arrive, you’ll need to pay a deposit of approx. €500 by credit or debit card for each apartment on your booking.

1 bedroom apartment (40m²) - sleeps 1-4: Double or twin bedroom, living room with double sofa bed, private bath, WC and balcony.

2 bedroom apartment (60m ²) - sleeps 1-6: Double bedroom, twin bedroom, living room with double sofa bed, private bath, shower, WC and balcony.

3 bedroom apartment (80m ²) - sleeps 1-8: Double bedroom, two twin bedrooms, living room with double sofa bed, private bath, shower, WC and balcony.

Self Catering

· self-catering apartment with kitchenette facilities