Embarking on a luxury family ski holiday is an exhilarating experience that promises adventure, bonding, and unforgettable memories. Consensio with its luxury family ski chalets and apartments spread across the beautiful landscapes of the French Alps, is dedicated to turning these holiday dreams into reality. Catering to families of all sizes and ages, Consensio blends adventure with comfort, ensuring that each family holiday is not just luxurious but also accommodating for every member of the family, from toddlers to grandparents.
Tailored Luxury for Every Family
Consensio stands out for its commitment to providing a tailor-made service, understanding that each family has its unique needs and preferences. Before your arrival, the concierge service works diligently to ensure that your family’s specific requirements are met, from arranging private ski lessons with instructors to ensuring your chalet is equipped with all the essential baby equipment. Consensio’s luxury ski apartments and chalets, located in prime spots in Courchevel, Méribel, and Val d’Isère, offer ski-in/ski-out convenience and are fully prepared to welcome children of all ages. Take a look at Consensio’s Chalet Essential Baby Equipment List and Apartment Essential Baby Equipment List, which show what is available across our portfolios.
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Safe and Secure, Without Compromise on Fun
Safety is paramount at Consensio. Recognising the concerns that come with family skiing holidays, especially with young children, chalets are equipped with comprehensive safety features. This includes secured pools with locking systems, stair gates, and baby monitors, allowing parents to relax and enjoy their holiday with peace of mind. Furthermore, every child is greeted with a special welcome – their very own Charlie Bear – making their stay even more memorable.
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Enchanting Experiences for the Little Ones
Beyond the slopes, Consensio is passionate about creating magical moments for families. Whether it’s a husky sledging adventure through snowy forests, or a surprise visit from a magician right in your chalet, upon request, Consensio’s team is dedicated to organising experiences that captivate the imagination of our younger guests and adults alike.
Convenience and Comfort at Your Fingertips
Understanding the logistical challenges of skiing holidays, In particular, for Chalet guests, Consensio offers services designed to maximise convenience and comfort. From pre-ordering ski hire equipment that can be fitted in your own chalet ski room, to having a dedicated in-resort chalet chauffeur at your disposal, everything is arranged to ensure seamless access to the slopes and resort amenities.
A Home Away From Home
Consensio believes that a family ski holiday should feel like a home away from home. Consensio’s sales and guest relations directors, being mothers themselves, bring a personal touch and deep understanding to the planning process. With Consensio’s 7-day concierge service, they are always on hand to assist, ensuring your stay is as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. From stocking your fridge with family favourites (upon request) to greeting you with a chilled bottle of Perrier Jouët, every detail is catered to.
Kid-Friendly Activities
Courchevel
- Tobogganing
- Western Park
This is a fun beginner ski zone for young kids. It’s perfect to experience first turns on skis with covered magic carpets to get to the top of the mellow slope.
- Bowling
- Ice Skating
- Dog Sledding
- Family Park
The Family Park in Courchevel has evolved from a simple area with modest jumps into a comprehensive terrain park catering to all skill levels, including advanced riders. It now features a variety of attractions including small jumps for beginners, a boardercross course, and a big airbag for safe airtime practice.
Val d’Isère
- Reserved tracks
Children can safely learn to ski at their own pace on dedicated slopes in a fun and secure environment. Le Jardin des Neiges offers playful learning for 3 to 4-year-olds with fun equipment and small groups, while the green Savonnette slope allows for easy observation of progress. For a peaceful skiing experience, the Bellevarde, La Madeleine, and Solaise areas provide specially prepared terrain for beginners of all ages to enjoy skiing safely.
- Play areas
Valkids, located at the Solaise summit, is a child-friendly play area bathed in sunshine, designed as a mini ski zone with various modules for enjoyable ski learning. It includes a workshop exploring snow-related professions, from gondola operation to grooming.
The Lost Village, a secluded spot nestled among trees and accessible only on skis, offers a unique adventure with suspended walkways leading to an eagle’s nest, cabins, and deckchairs for family relaxation. An intermediate skiing ability is necessary due to its ungroomed, natural setting.
- Tobogganing
- The Village
Explore the array of free activities around the village! Enjoy weekday evening thrills on the Savonnette toboggan run with Snake Gliss, Yooner, or Airbord, guaranteed to bring laughter and excitement. Glide across the outdoor ice rink in the village centre, offering unique sliding experiences against the stunning backdrop of the Bellevarde face. For children aged 5 to 12, electric mini-snowmobiles provide a safe yet exhilarating race experience on the snow front.
Méribel
Discover the joy of equestrian life at the friendly ranch in Méribel, offering activities for all ages and skill levels, from horseback and pony riding to visiting reindeer and a mini-farm.
Treat your children to the “Igloo Experience,” a night-time mountain adventure where they learn to build an igloo under the guidance of a mountain professional, complete with hot chocolate to stay warm and head torches for exploration. Suitable for children from 5 years old.
Enjoy thrilling moments at the Bigairbag, open to all from the age of 4! Experience the excitement of flying by donut, ski, or snowboard – it’s fantastic!
- Sledging
Enjoy dedicated sledging slopes, set apart from skiers, for safe and fun experiences. Embark on the Black Forest adventure: a thrilling 3.4 km sledge run on snow that descends 470m and twists through 28 corners.
- Ice Rink
Located in the Olympic Park, the ice skating rink welcomes everyone. Beginners can take skating lessons or use complimentary skate assistance equipment (available in limited quantities).
From 16 years old, you can enjoy this with an instructor.
Consensio’s Family-Friendly Collections
- Consensio’s Ultimate Catered Chalets, renowned as France’s finest luxury ski accommodations, boast unique designs, cutting-edge technology, and comprehensive private staffing including chefs and chauffeurs. Featuring opulent spa facilities and swimming pools, many have been contenders for France’s Best Ski Chalet, with Marco Polo in Val d’Isère ranking among the world’s top three ski chalets.
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- Consensio’s collection of relaxed catered ski chalets in France offers a sustainable, family-focused luxury experience at affordable prices. Guests enjoy world-class concierge service, an in-house team with hosts/cooks, a shared driver for a chalet-to-piste shuttle, and a housekeeper. Ideal for families and groups seeking a laid-back mountain retreat, these chalets combine comfort with the convenience of personalized services.
- Consensio’s serviced properties, designed for discerning guests in smaller groups or those desiring subtle elegance, offer self-catering apartments that embody affordable luxury and include private parking for easy resort access. Maintaining Consensio’s signature design, these apartments provide a blend of independence and luxury, supported by comprehensive concierge services before and during your stay.
