Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise is a village in the Tarentaise Valley in Savoie, France. The old village lies on the main road between Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Val d’Isère. About 4 km above the village (turning left at La Thuile) is the ski resort of Sainte Foy (referred as Sainte Foy Station).

Sainte Foy is nestled in one of the world’s premier ski regions, surrounded by giants like Les Arcs, Val d’Isère, La Plagne, Tignes, and La Rosière. Yet, it distinguishes itself as a unique ski destination. Smaller and more intimate, it offers high-quality experiences without the high-rise concrete blocks, instead opting for developments that respect the region’s timeless architectural style.

Renowned for its affordability, a six day lift pass costs a little over half of what you’d pay at larger neighbouring resorts.

While smaller in scale, Sainte Foy’s ski area caters to two distinct markets that often overlap. Its groomed runs are ideal for beginners, intermediates, and families, while its off-piste powder attracts expert freeriders. For mixed groups with diverse skiing abilities, Sainte Foy is perfect for reuniting between runs.

Here, you’ll find authentic, locally-run restaurants and shops, but not a wide variety or vibrant nightlife. For those seeking lively après-ski, other destinations might be better suited.

Where is the Apartment

19 Rue des Poules
Route de Val d'Isère
Chef-lieu Village
73640 Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

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Getting here

Driving:  About 10 hours from Calais.

By plane:  Lyon or Geneva Airport.  From either airport, in winter there are minibus transfers direct to Sainte Foy Village (they stop on way to Val d’Isère). Alternatively, from either airport you can get a train to Bourg-Saint-Maurice (change at Chambèry). Then from Bourg take the bus to Sainte Foy Village (about 10 kms).  

Chambèry airport is actually closer, but very few flights.

Note: Sainte Foy Village is where the apartment is. The ski resort is about 3 miles away, and is known as Sainte Foy Station. There is a free shuttle bus that connects the two during the ski season.

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IMPORTANT - There is no cleaner so please leave in a good state before leaving and let Jake or Clive know if anything broken/not working. Thanks. 

Getting the key

There is a key-safe outside, ask Jake or Clive for the code.  There are 2 keys hanging up on the hall stand, so please use these and put the main key back in the key-safe.

On arrival:

If not already done so by neighbour Pierre: In fuse-box, switch on Hot Water & Underfloor Heating (if needed).

Parking

On street parking opposite Le Monal hotel and by church.

Accommodation

Downstairs: Combined lounge/kitchen with pull out sofa-bed

Upstairs: One bedroom with a double bed. One small bunk room with a single bed and a ¾ bed. Bathroom with shower and washing machine.

Laundry

Plenty of bedding and towels, but please bring your own if you are unable to clean and replace the ones there.

Heating

Underfloor heating in the living room. Electric heater in main bedroom. Heated towel rail in bathroom.

Water stop-cock

This is in the cupboard to the left of the fridge. Note: it is the LOWER tap attached to the water meter. The upper stopcock is for the upstairs flat, do not touch this.

Neighbours

Pierre lives in the apartment opposite and to the left a bit. He has a key and keeps an eye on the apartment.

TV/Audio

There is a TV with DVDs. There is a Bluetooth/CD/radio. No WiFi yet

Provisions in Apartment

There should be wine, tea, coffee, tins etc.

WiFi

There is no WIFI, talk to each other!

Rubbish

There are large communal rubbish and recycling bins on the corner of the main road.

Shops

The Boulangerie near the church is also a general store. Main shops are in Bourg-Saint-Maurice.

When leaving

·       There is no cleaner - so please clean. A hoover is under the box next to sofa.

·       Remove rubbish and replace bin liner.

·       Switch all lights off.

·       Turn fridge off and remove anything perishable. LEAVE OPEN.

·       Do not leave any packet food (which may attract mice).

·       In fuse-box, switch Underfloor Heating & Hot Water OFF (both marked yellow).