Praised by L'Ancien Paquier Chambre D'Hotes guests
Homemade ice cream
Owner cooking
Heated ski room
Custom breakfast
Mountain views
"The hosts are kind and helpful, giving many good hiking tips and route suggestions."
Lilla from Belgium
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"Breakfast has a welcome choice and the gelato and strawberry sorbet are amazing."
Richard B from United Kingdom
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"The location was great (only 1,5 km from ski lift, about 100 meters from ski bus station)."
Katrin from Estonia
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3-minute walk to ski slopes with artisanal ice cream on-site - L'Ancien Paquier Chambre D'Hotes
Amenities & Wellness
The guesthouse offers access to an indoor pool, sauna, and Turkish bath at a partner property located 100 metres away. Free and secure parking facilities are available on-site, along with ski storage and a boot warmer for drying equipment. CCTV in common areas and a safety deposit box provide additional security for guests.
Room Types & Design
Rooms are built with natural stone and wood, featuring wood floors and warm colour schemes. The Penthouse Suite includes a queen bed and two twin beds with a private balcony offering mountain views. The Junior Suite with Sauna provides an in-room sauna, while all accommodations have flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with hairdryer.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast includes sweet and savoury options, freshly baked cakes made by Fabio, and local specialties such as tiramisu and omelettes. In July and August, the on-site ice cream parlour serves artisanal ice cream and strawberry sorbet. Guests can relax in the atmospheric café area after activities, with tea and coffee available in all rooms.
Location & Ski Access
The guesthouse is 800 metres from the ski slopes of Valtournenche, providing access to over 400 km of slopes in the Matterhorn Ski Paradise. A free ski bus stops 100 metres away, and the historic centre of Valtournenche is within walking distance. Nearby attractions include Cervinia Ski Lift and the Saint-Vincent casino, 20 km from the A5 motorway.
Services & Hosts
Hosts Paola and Fabio provide multilingual service and daily interaction for tailored recommendations on ski areas, hiking trails, and restaurants. They assist with ski pass purchases and make reservations at local dining spots. The property has a family-friendly policy and offers daily housekeeping, non-smoking rooms, and heating throughout.
Highlights
Wellness: Indoor pool, sauna & Turkish bath at partner property 100 m away
Rooms: Penthouse Suite with mountain-view balcony or Junior Suite with in-room sauna
Dining: Artisanal ice cream parlour open July-August plus homemade cakes at breakfast
Location: 800 m to ski slopes, free ski bus stop at 100 m, historic village centre