Description
The Lodge, Verbier is not your average ski chalet. It’s Sir Richard Branson’s personal mountain hideaway and as you’d expect, it’s rather special.
Let’s start with the location. It’s tucked away down a quiet road but just a stones throw from the main Medran cable car up the mountain, and only about a ten minute walk from the restaurants, bars and boutiques of Verbier. Although, this being The Lodge, you can expect an in-resort driver service at your beck and call. Snow permitting, advanced skiers can ski back down the mountain directly to the chalet at the end of the day.
The Lodge itself has a cool and contemporary interior design with subdued tones and splashes of colour. You’ll find a spacious living space which includes an open plan kitchen area so you can see the culinary-maestros at work.
Everything has been thought of and perfected at The Lodge, with meticulous attention to detail that would shame some of the world’s finest hotels. Although the chalet has the look of a slick boutique hotel, the atmosphere is intimate and relaxed, giving a home-from-home feel.
In terms of facilities, there is little that The Lodge, Verbier does not have. You’ll find an indoor swimming pool, steam room, spa treatment room, indoor and outdoor Jacuzzis, gym, party room, games room…the list goes on.
Location
The Lodge is tucked away in a quiet area of Verbier but a mere 250 metres from the Medran lift station, the main cable car to go up the mountain. Place Centrale in the centre of Verbier is approximately 10-15 minutes walk.
In good snow conditions, it is possible for advanced skiers to ski off-piste back to The Lodge.
The nearest airport is Geneva which is approximately 2 hour’s drive, alternatively the regional airport of Sion is located just 45 minutes away and is ideal if arriving by private jet.
Inclusions
Please call us on +44 (0)203 432 7784 for rates and the latest availability.
Rates include:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Daily breakfast
Daily afternoon tea
Light lunch for those not skiing
Gourmet dinner (6 evenings)
All drinks including wine and house champagne
Daily housekeeping
Bathrobes and slippers
Luxury bath products
In-resort driver service
In-resort concierge service
Rates are based on up to 18 guests. Additional charges will apply to groups over this size.
Bedrooms
The Lodge, Verbier can accommodate 18 adults and 6 children in 7 luxury bedrooms and 2 beautifully decorated master suites, all with en-suite bathrooms as well as a children’s bunk room.
Bedroom one
King-size/twin bedroom on the second floor; en-suite bathroom with bathtub and shower, seating area and private balcony.
Bedroom two
King-size/twin bedroom on the second floor; en-suite bathroom with bathtub and shower, seating area.
Bedroom three
King-size/twin bedroom on the second floor; en-suite bathroom with bathtub, corner balcony and seating area.
Bedrooms four, five and six
King-size/twin bedrooms on the third floor; en-suite bathrooms with bathtubs and showers, seating areas and access to balcony.
Bedroom seven
Duplex bedroom with king-size bed on the third floor, private bathroom located up a set of stairs on the fourth floor, private balcony.
Bedrooms eight and nine
King-size master suites on the fourth (top floor); en-suite bathrooms with bathtubs and showers, fireplaces and private balconies. These rooms can interconnect if required.
Bedroom ten
Kids bunkroom to sleep six; en-suite shower room and separate WC, private balcony. It also comes equipped with a TV and DVD player, a games console and bean bags, so makes a great den for the kids to escape the adults.
Rates are based on up to 18 guests. Additional charges will apply to groups over this size.
Dining
Foodies and hungry skiers are in for a treat. The head chef and sous chef bring meticulous attention to detail to their food at The Lodge.
The dining can be as formal or informal as you like from full gourmet four-course dinners, to picnics or lighter options. It’s just like dining at the finest restaurant, within the privacy of your own home. Any dietary requirements, whims and wishes can all be taken into account when menus are being designed, to ensure every meal is one to remember for all the best reasons. If you would like a separate early dinner for the children, that’s no problem.
All drinks are included at this luxury ski chalet including a wonderful wine list and house champagne.
You’ll have one evening a week to sample the local restaurants of Verbier which is just a few moments walk away. Your chalet hosts will be more than happy to make recommendations and bookings.
Staff
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
The Lodge has a team of 15 dedicated staff including:
Chalet manager
Chef
Chalet hosts
Daily housekeeping
In-resort driver service
In-resort concierge service
Additional staff such as nannies and massage therapists can be arranged on request.
Kids
Children will love The Lodge as there are so many options for fun. The welcoming atmosphere is very much extended to families with children.
The games room is fully equipped to keep the older kids entertained and the bunk room has its own TV area, complete with DVD player and games console. They’ll also love splashing about in the indoor swimming pool.
At The Lodge, children under 12 will be invited to become a ‘Lodge Ranger’ and they will receive a welcome pack filled with goodies on arrival. The energetic team of staff can help organise a range of fun activities tailored to suit each of the younger guests or groups.
Cots and highchairs can be provided for junior guests and childcare can be arranged on request.
Reviews
“Luxury resorts are Richard Branson’s forte and his latest venture, The Lodge, is one of his finest. Despite the perfect location – not far from the bars and restaurants and in close proximity to the main ski lifts – there is really no need to venture out of the luxury that it offers.”
Condé Nast Traveller
“It’s so luxurious that people are booking to go back in the summer.”
Vogue
“With its own mini ice-rink, 12-person hot tub, heated pool, party area complete with disco ball, cinema and games room, Richard Branson’s latest property is a playground of cool wood interiors and earthy tones.”
The Telegraph
