L'Ecrin d'Argent, Valmorel, France

· in the centre of Valmorel · 1 minute's walk to the Pierrafort lift and nursery slopes · 8 minutes' walk to the ski school meeting point, or approx. 5 minutes using the Télébourg · supermarket 2 minutes' walk away · 1 minute's walk to the ski bus stop

L'Ecrin d'Argent puts you right in the centre of Valmorel, with the Pierrafort lift and nursery slopes just a short walk away. In short, this is a handy self-catering pick if you want the freedom of an apartment while still being close to the slopes and resort shops. And when you need to stock up on supplies, the nearest supermarket is around two minutes' walk away – so you can grab what you need and eat in whenever you like.

The apartments are set up for easy ski-week living, with kitchen facilities including an oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Bed linen and towels are included, and beds are made up for your arrival, so you can settle in quickly once you get there. Looks-wise, things are bright and fresh with big windows, open-plan areas and modern design touches.

When you're on the slopes, make the most of the indoor heated pool, sauna and indoor hot tub – perfect for unwinding after a day on the mountain. There's also a fitness room if you fancy keeping active, and a games room with board games and Mario Kart for some friendly competition.

· indoor pool · sauna · indoor hot tub · small fitness room · extra charge for massages and treatments · games room with board games and Mario Kart · boot room with lockers and heated boot rack · free WiFi · lift to all floors · 1 parking space per apartment included

Self Catering

· self-catering apartment with kitchen facilities

All apartments have a kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, toaster, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, kettle and coffee machine, as well as a TV, free WiFi and hairdryer. Bed linen, towels and end-of-stay cleaning, except the kitchen, are included.

2-bedroom apartment – sleeps 1-6 (approx. 60m²): Double bedroom, twin bedroom, double sofa bed in lounge, twin private bathrooms with ether a bath or shower and WC, balcony or terrace. Twin bedrooms can be set up as a double on request.

3-bedroom apartment – sleeps 1-8 (approx. 75m²): Double bedroom, 2 twin bedrooms, double sofa bed in lounge, twin private bathrooms with ether a bath or shower and WC, balcony or terrace. Twin bedrooms may come with bunk beds instead of twin beds.

When you arrive, you’ll need to pay a deposit of approx. €500 by credit or debit card for each apartment on your booking.

Cots are available to hire for approx. €10 per night, payable locally, and must be booked in advance.