Residence des Alpes D is a super apartment sleeping up to 5 people, situated right in the centre of Morzine, with views from the 3 balconies over the Dranse river to the historic Savoyard church opposite, and to Avoriaz perched high up on the cliffs beyond. The apartment was created when an historic building (the Hotel des Alpes, built around 1800) was renovated in 2004 and converted into 8 luxury standard apartments. We also manage apartment H (2nd floor, sleeps 8-9). This apartment is on the main floor, with entrance straight off the lobby. 

The ground floor is all open plan, with a comfortable sofa (can convert to a sofabed), 2 armchairs, a dining table, and kitchen with all the equipment you could need for self-catering. There's also a WC on this level. At the front is a huge balcony to relax on (and people-watch!) 

Upstairs are the two lovely bedrooms, both with balconies: one is a king with ensuite shower / WC, and the other is a super-king (2 singles fixed together which can be made up as single beds) with ensuite bathroom / WC.  Both have built-in wardrobes. The apartment has an exterior (non-allocated) chained parking space next to the building, and a secure ski & boot locker at ground level. Please note that the fireplace is not useable. The location is superb – right in the town centre, opposite Morzine church, next to the Dranse river and just a stone’s throw from the supermarket, boulangerie, bars and restaurants. In the summer it's a 5-minute walk to the superb outdoor swimming pool complex, which is covered in the Multipass system (see "Summer"). It’s 5 minutes walk up the vibrant Rue du Bourg to Pleney, but you can also hop on the “D” bus which runs in a loop round the town centre and stops by the church. 

Please note there's only one parking space for this apartment. Any additional cars usually have to be parked 5 minutes' walk away in the Carrefour car park, or in the underground car park close by, at car owners' expense.  

WHAT'S INCLUDED: Winter ski season (Dec 14 - April 22): bedlinen, towels and end of stay cleaning are included. The Rest of the year: (April 22 - Dec 14): bedlinen and towels are included. End of stay cleaning is payable locally and costs €70. 

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE DEPOSIT. We take a €300 Damage Deposit prior to your arrival. This can be paid via credit / debit card or bank transfer (Revolut preferred). We refund this deposit within 3 days of your departure. It is also possible to pay by French cheque. We will hold the Damage deposit until we have received the keys back and have been able to properly check the property. Please note the deposit rises to €500 for summer mountain biking groups and at our discretion.

SUMMER BOOKINGS: We are part of the superb Multipass offer, which means that our guests are able to use some leisure facilities in the whole of the Portes du Soleil for just €3 per person per day including the Morzine indoor and outdoor swimming pool complex. Please note that this apartment is not suitable for mountain bikers or road bikers, as there is no storage for bikes, and they are absolutely not permitted inside the building or on the balcony. You need to be able to store them in your vehicle overnight, or at the shop where you hire them.

We're available by email or phone from the moment you book, and we can give you information on all the resort facilities and services. I (Rachel) will be the person who checks you in on arrival and will probably be the one that checks you out too - I live 10 mins down the road inEssert Romand. We've been running Mountain Highs for 30 years now so we've amassed a wealth of knowledge about Morzine, the locals and the wider area!

*Additional Services Offered by Mountain Highs:*

Geneva Airport transfers: We operate our own airport transfer service in our licensed taxi minibus, which seats max 8 passengers in comfort with plenty of luggage space (VW Caravelle 4 x 4 long wheel base). We can offer shared transfers or private transfers, always door-to-door (unlike some transfer services who will drop you at the bus station!) – contact us for a competitive quote (Prices range from €95 per person return based on 4 travelling together, down to €66pp return for 8 travelling together) / €530 for a private transfer.

Lift pass purchase (Skiing or biking): We are able to arrange your lift passes in advance of your stay, so that they’re ready on your arrival at the apartment. We can take payment for these by credit card or bank transfer in advance, or cash on arrival in resort. We offer lower rates on area (Portes du Soleil) and local (Morzine-Les Gets) passes than you can buy in resort. For rates for your chosen stay, contact us.

Help with arranging child care or babysitting: we have contacts with the in-resort childcare companies and can make the initial enquiries for you. For ad-hoc babysitting we have a list of trusted contacts and can put you in touch with them after you have booked.

Start-up grocery shopping: for those arriving too late to be able to buy supplies on your first day, or if you’re arriving by airport transfer, if you contact us with your shopping list with 2 days’ advance notice, we can purchase and deliver your first days’ groceries for you, with a small charge of €20.

Full or part-catered service: we work with several highly recommended freelance caterers who can provide a combination of breakfasts, afternoon tea, daily cleaning, children's suppers and adults 3 or 4 course dinner with or without wine included, and also a dinner delivery service.

BIKE PASSES Summer 2025: The PDS bike pass for 6 days costs €204 per adult, €153 per child aged 5 – 15, and €183 for "youth" (ages 16 - 25) if you buy them at the lift pass office. We can obtain passes for you at a discount of 7.5%, i.e €189 per adult and €141.50 per child, €169 ages 16- 25. You will need to book these in advance of your stay – you can pay for them by card or bank transfer in advance, or cash on arrival. After booking I will be able to send you links to the bike parks of Morzine and Avoriaz and also timetables of the summer lifts. Minimum 3 days, maximum 13 days.