The Backstage Loft, Zermatt, Switzerland

The brainchild of Heinz Julien the highly acclaimed Swiss designer and architect the cutting-edge Backstage Loft is a fabulous contemporary chalet. The latest edition in Zermatt`s increasing stable of luxury chalets the property sleeps ten people in five en-suite bedrooms.

Boasting incredible views of the iconic Matterhorn the chalet nestles on the edge of the river, ideally located a short stroll from the main Klein Matterhorn ski lift and the village centre.

You enter the chalet at street level where steps lead down into the main hallway and cloakroom. Central to the Backstage Loft is its large, airy, and bright open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area located on this floor within the main structure. This sophisticated entertaining space features an open wood fire and floor-to-ceiling windows that enhance the unique architectural style and charm. The dining table can be winched to the ceiling leaving a great floor space for pre-dinner drinks and canapes or dancing.

The impressive hot tub is located to the side of the main living room, encased in glass affording you spectacular back-drops to fill your senses. If this isn't enough, with the touch of a button the glass wall swings open and the indoor hot tub is magically transformed into an outdoor one.

There is one double bedroom with en-suite shower room is located on this floor, accessed from the main hallway. This bedroom opens onto the wrap around balcony and has a television and safe as is the case for all the bedrooms. Stairs lead to two further stylish bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms located on the top floor of the chalet.

Downstairs from the living space is located a further bedroom with en-suite shower room balcony and separate entrance to the lower street level. A guest toilet as well as a small hammam and sauna are also located on this floor.

Stairs lead up to the fifth master bedroom with separate shower room, located in the adjoining glass-encased converted 700-year-old chalet, the design of which show-cases its original wooden beams. This bedroom has direct access to the terrace and hot tub area outside of the living room.

After an exhilarating day on the slopes guests can take in the latest movie in the chalet's dedicated TV room located on the lower floor of the chalet. This area also has a kitchenette and separate shower room and access through to the gym equipped with a running machine, cross training and weights instillation with views over the river. The ski room with an ample number of innovative heated drying cupboards.

The Backstage Loft is a one-off masterpiece fusing the historic wooden architecture of the ancient adjoining chalet with the contemporary flair of the main chalet. To complement the overall design of the building, Heinz Julen has custom-made every fitting and piece of furniture in his own design studio and workshop located in the village. This property truly is a jewel in Zermatt's luxury chalet offerings and our experienced team will ensure that your stay is as memorable as the chalet itself.

Interior

• Sleeps 10
• 500 square metres
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Individual Beds
• 6 Bathrooms
• 1 Additional WCs
• 12 Dining Table Seats
• 10 Living Area Seats

Appliances

• TV/DVD
• Hi-Fi/CD player/MP3 player
• Ipod docking station
• Wifi
• Cable TV

Wellness and relaxation

• Outdoor hot tub
• Hammam/steam room
• Gym
• Sauna
• Spa
• South facing terrace
• Indoor/Outdoor hot tub

Entertainment

• TV room

Additional

• Private laundry facilities
• Private ski locker
• Cot/high chair available
• Wood burning fireplaces
• Heated boot warmers

Top floor

• 1 king size bedroom (en-suite shower room, TV)
• 1 king size bedroom (en-suite shower room, TV)

Entrance floor

• Entrance hall and cloakroom
• 1 king size bedroom (en-suite shower room, TV, balcony)
• Open-plan kitchen
• Open-plan living room
• Open-plan dining area with fireplace
• Indoor/Outdoor hot tub with views of the Matterhorn

Ground floor

• Wellness area with small hammam and sauna
• Guest w.c.
• 1 king size bedroom (en-suite shower room, terracce access)
• 1 duplex king size bedroom (en-suite shower room, terrace access and seperate entrance if required)

Lower Ground Floor

• TV room with kitchenette
• Gym
• Guest shower room and w.c.
• Ski room with drying cupboards
• Staff area

STANDARD SERVICES

• Exclusive use of the chalet;
• Professional chef and hosting staff;
• 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;
• Daily afternoon tea*;
• Pre-dinner canapés served with champagne on six evenings;
• Four course dinner on six evenings (staff have one evening off) ;
• Early children’s supper on six evenings;
• The finest selection of complimentary house wines with dinner, beers and soft drinks;
• Complimentary drinks tray (3 bottles of house spirits);
• Evening turn down service on six evenings;
• Mid-week towel change;
• Robes, slippers and toiletries;
• Hairdryers in every bathroom ;
• Complimentary newspapers (delivered after 1pm);
• In-chalet ski and boot fitting service;
• Lift pass delivery service .

*Afternoon tea is not cleared away on the staff day off. **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.

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.