Summer Escapes Collection
Luxury Chalets for an Alpine Summer
The Alps change completely when the snow retreats. Ski pistes become hiking and mountain-biking trails, lakes and outdoor pools come into their own and long lunches can be enjoyed on sun-filled terraces overlooking the mountains.
Our summer chalet collection provides an exceptional base from which to experience this quieter side of Alpine life. Properties are currently represented across destinations including Verbier, Megève, Kitzbühel, Morzine and Val Gardena, with options for families, couples and groups looking for space, privacy and easy access to the outdoors.
A chalet that works brilliantly in winter is not automatically the best choice in summer. Terrace and garden space, outlook, proximity to walking and biking trails, summer lift operations and easy access to the village can become considerably more important once skiing is no longer the focus.
Our knowledge of the resorts extends beyond the winter season. We can help identify where there is enough happening to create a rewarding summer stay, then choose the property and service basis that best complements how you want to spend your time in the mountains.
If you’re feeling undecided about a luxury summer holiday in the Alps, discover all of the reasons to visit this captivating place no matter the season through the link below:
Six reasons to visit the Alps in summer
This is only a small selection of our portfolio.
Why visit the Alps in summer?
When the snow retreats, the mountains become a completely different destination. Hiking and mountain-biking trails replace pistes, lakes and outdoor pools come into their own and long days make it possible to spend far more time outside.
Our summer chalet collection includes properties across destinations such as Verbier, Megève, Kitzbühel, Morzine and Val Gardena, giving families, couples and groups the opportunity to experience familiar ski resorts from a completely different perspective.
Choosing the right chalet for an Alpine summer
A chalet that is perfect in February is not automatically the best property in July. Terraces, gardens, outdoor dining, views, proximity to walking trails and easy access to the village can become much more important.
Our specialists consider those seasonal differences when recommending accommodation rather than simply presenting chalets that happen to be open during summer.
What can you do in the Alps without snow?
Depending on the resort, summer can include hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, golf, climbing, swimming, paragliding, wellness and a busy calendar of local events.
For families in particular, many Alpine destinations offer an enormous variety of activities without requiring every day to be planned around a single pursuit.
FAQs
Are ski resorts open in summer?
Many are, although lift, restaurant and activity operations vary between resorts and dates. We can advise which destinations are most active when you plan to travel.
Are the Alps good for a family summer holiday?
Yes. Many resorts offer extensive family activities, outdoor space and a relaxed environment that works particularly well during the school summer holidays.
Can luxury chalets be catered during summer?
Some can, while others operate on a self-catered or more flexible service basis outside winter. We will confirm the exact summer service offered by each property.
Which Alpine resort is best in summer?
It depends on your priorities. Some excel for cycling and hiking, others for families, restaurants, lakes or wellness. Our specialists can match the resort to how you want to spend the holiday.
Discover a different side of the Alps
Tell us what you want to do rather than where you think you want to stay. We can recommend the destination and chalet together.
What makes us different?
Experience
We have been designing and delivering luxury ski holidays for over 25 years. Our experience in the industry is unparalleled. You can trust us to create the perfect trip for you and your family.
Expertise
Our team live and breathe skiing and are passionate about the destinations we sell. We work with only the best chalet and hotel providers. All are regularly inspected to ensure our exacting standards are met.
Service
Each Oxford Ski Company booking includes our complimentary pre-arrival concierge service. Your specialist will help arrange the all-important finer details that are part of planning the perfect ski holiday.