Traditional Savoyard farmhouse on the slopes

Located away from prying eyes, this 1750 alpine farmhouse sits directly on the slopes of the Les Houches ski area, just a few metres from the Maison Neuve chairlift. Its location provides direct ski-in/ski-out access to the Les Houches and Saint-Gervais mountain ranges. Surrounded by more than 9,000 m² of private land, the property offers genuine peace and quiet in a preserved, picturesque natural setting.

Built from period stone and wood, the property provides 187.32 m² of living space, supplemented by outbuildings and an area beneath the roof structure. Arranged over two levels, this farmhouse comprises a restaurant area on the garden level and private living accommodation upstairs. It underwent a complete renovation in 2023, including the total refurbishment of the apartment and professional kitchen area, a full electrical upgrade to current standards, comprehensive insulation of the external walls, new windows and doors, and a new roof.

Access to the property naturally adapts to the seasons. In winter, arrival is an immersive experience by snowmobile or a Polaris-type all-terrain tracked vehicle. During the summer, the chalet remains readily accessible via a forest track suitable for a 4x4 vehicle.

The garden level currently houses the restaurant operations. Designed to welcome guests in a mountain atmosphere, it opens onto an entrance leading to a versatile room and a large 29 m² main dining room. This level also includes a traditional bar area with a lounge that can accommodate up to eight guests at a chef’s table, as well as compliant toilet facilities. The restaurant’s technical area includes a professional kitchen of more than 33 m², together with a back kitchen and wine cellar.

During the 2023 works, the structure between the restaurant and the apartment above was completely refurbished, with raised beam joists and enhanced insulation between the two levels. This technical design allows the entire garden level to be refitted or converted without ever affecting the structure or comfort of the upper floor.

On the first floor, the private apartment offers generous volumes beneath an exposed roof structure. The main 60.39 m² living area combines the lounge and dining room around a wood-burning stove. The sleeping area comprises two intimate bedrooms, a bathroom and a vaulted mezzanine providing additional sleeping accommodation. This dwelling has been completely renovated using high-quality materials and reclaimed old wood panelling.

This farmhouse has operated for many years as a well-known mountain restaurant in the Chamonix Valley. Highly appreciated for its setting and authenticity, the establishment enjoys an excellent reputation among its clientele. The sale includes all professional restaurant equipment, as well as the vehicles used for winter access. Classified as a “Traditional Historic Farmhouse” under the Les Houches Local Urban Plan (PLU), the property has the necessary regulatory basis to consider a change of use to a primary or secondary residence.

Finding a traditional farmhouse dating from 1750, located directly on the slopes and set within more than 9,000 m² of land, is an exceptionally rare opportunity in the valley. This property is equally suitable for a buyer wishing to take over an established restaurant business or for a private individual wishing to create an exceptional private chalet.

E&V reference: W-04C7QO

Property sold as a “chalet for mixed use as a restaurant and altitude bar, and residential accommodation”. The total sale price is set at €1,790,000, including the commercial premises and the business. The allocation of the price between these two elements will be determined at a later date, by agreement with the selling owner, as part of the negotiations and prior to signing the transfer deeds.

Energy Performance Certificate (DPE): D (249 kWh/m²/year) CO2 emissions: B (9 kg CO²/m²/year) Estimated annual energy costs for the property: between €4,330 and €5,940 per year.

Price: €1,790,000.00 Transaction fees of 4% including VAT, payable by the seller.

Information about the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.