Chalet Miana in Sainte Foy, France

Welcome to a ski holiday that’s just a little bit out of the ordinary. The property is a luxury ski chalet in Sainte Foy, a charming little hamlet slightly off the beaten track of traditional, big resorts, but within an easy drive of areas such as Val d’Isere and Tignes.

The chalet itself is contemporary, quirky and stylish – essentially a boutique hotel you’ll enjoy all to yourselves. Feature walls, statement art pieces and a bold use of pattern and colour give this vibrant property a style all of its own.

Each en-suite bedroom is individually decorated for a personal feel. Two of the bedrooms have sleeping areas for children adjoining – all have deep bath tubs you can practically swim in and TVs, so if you feel like a couple of hours to yourself, you can be sure of it being time well spent.

And bored you will never be – as well as a TV room, gym, sauna and outdoor hot tub where you can soothe any achy legs after a day’s skiing, there’s also a small study area, giving everyone a bolthole to escape to sometimes, as well as beautifully sociable spaces to enjoy together.

The large, open-plan living space centres around the huge open fire in the living room, with comfy wool sofas gathered around. It’s an ideal spot to sit and catch up with the rest of your party after a morning on the slopes or chat late into the evening. Adjacent is a dining space, where you’ll enjoy delicious meals prepared by your private chef each evening.

After dinner, take your drinks out onto the terrace, which enjoys amazing mountain views by day and by night is an atmospheric spot to have a nightcap under a blanket as the stars start to twinkle.