Holiday homes & rentals in Les Houches

More than second fiddle to upscale Chamonix, the French Alpine resort of Les Houches has everything skiers could need. It's an attractive village without mega-hotels or loud nightlife. But with fine restaurants, holiday cottage options and a few lively bars to choose from, there's an apres ski vibe that visitors can embrace if they like. However, the standout attraction are the slopes near Les Houches accommodation. With 30 miles of slopes in the nearby area and plenty more in the wider region, beginners and experts will find runs they adore.

A Classic Alpine Climate for Winter Breaks and Summer Escapes

Les Houches lies around 1,000 metres above sea level, although the slopes near local accommodation can be up to 1,950 metres high. The local climate is made for skiing, and the season runs from around the start of December through to April. So you can head there for slightly off-season breaks and experience high season fun.

While temperatures rarely rise above freezing from November to March, summer is actually quite warm in Les Houches. Average highs in July can touch 21 degrees centigrade, which makes accommodation here great for hikers and Alpine explorers.

It's probably not the place to head if you're working on a tan, but a Les Houches holiday cottage will suit sun-seekers nonetheless. Both winter and summer see clear skies on most days, ideal for clear skiing conditions and dazzling mountain photography.

Sample World-Class Ski Runs and Seductive Summer Attractions

The area around Les Houches is home to 4 black runs, 13 red runs and 8 blue runs, so accommodation here will have something for all skill levels. The elite level runs include La Verte des Houches, which is regularly used in professional events. It's a great test of your balance and poise.

The wider region is also full of appeal, with five other ski areas to explore and strong transport links to ferry skiers between lifts. It all takes place in the shadow of Mont Blanc as well, making the views sublime.

Out of season, gondola lifts to vistas on the slopes of Mont Blanc are always popular, while bolder visitors to Les Houches accommodation can reach the peak in 12 hours. Trams run along the Alpine valleys, you can walk on glaciers like Mer de Glace or gaze at Italy via the Aiguille du Midi viewpoint. It's an amazing destination in any season.

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