Chalets with Fireplaces

Chalets with fireplace

Almost 1,000 chalets and apartments with a fireplace for that authentic alpine winter holiday experience

Chalets with fireplace are perfect for a ski holiday especially in December or January when you can warm your cold toes in front of the open fire after a long day on the slopes. Chalets with a real log burning fireplace are rather special when the snow is falling outside - why not hunker down into a deeply squashy sofa, fire blazing with a glass of champagne in hand while you wait for your chalet chef to create a culinary masterpiece for dinner? We have a fantastic selection of chalets with fireplace in the Alps and even some that have bedrooms with an open log fire - perfect if you are looking for that special romantic setting.

As a ski chalet agency working with over 170 different chalet holiday companies we have approximately 1,000 properties in the Alps with a fireplace all collected together in one place. It is easy to browse all the best properties, check prices and availability. The the best bit is that our advice and booking service is free, and for your peace of mind we have been members of ABTA since 1992.

Frequently asked questions regarding fireplaces in your ski chalet

  • Are fireplaces common in ski chalets?: Yes, they are surprisingly common with almost 80% of our chalets featuring an open wood burning fire, a glass fronted fireplace, wood burning stove or ethanol flame fireplace.

  • Do ski chalets provide firewood?: Yes, if your chalet has a wood burning fireplace or stove a small supply of firewood is nearly always included. However, this supply may only last for one or two nights.

  • What's the difference between an open fire and a wood-burning stove?: An open fireplace may well be raised from the floor level but will have limited or no fire guard. If you have small children in your party supervision is recommended. A stove has closed doors so there is no naked flame, However, they may get very hot to the touch so again care with young toddlers should be taken.

  • Are fireplaces safe for young children?: All fireplaces obviously do carry a risk for young children. However, the glass fronted wood burning fireplaces, often raised from the floor level, are the safest option as there is no naked flame the outside glass surface gets less hot than a stove.

  • Which ski resorts have the most traditional chalets?: Ironically the older, traditional resorts of Zermatt and Klosters in Switzerland which have lots of wooden alpine style chalets have fewer chalets with open fireplace as they are seen as a fire hazard. The new build chalets of the French Alps (Val d'Isere, Courchevel and Meribel etc) which usually have a concrete shell (the exterior of which is then clad in stone or wood) do have open fireplaces.

  • Do guests light their own fire?: If you have booked a self-catered apartment or chalet then guests will be responsible for laying and lighting the fire. However, if you have booked a catered chalet with staff to cook, clean and host then, no, the chalet staff will have cleared the old fire and laid a new one ready for your return after skiing. In the really smart chalets the staff will even have the fire going for your return and a drink ready for your to enjoy in front of the fire.

  • Can I request a chalet with a real wood fire?: Yes, absolutely. Coming home to an open wood-burning fire is one of the key alpine chalet experiences. If this is what you want please do let us know so that we can make the best recommendations.

Looking for a chalet with a fireplace in a specific resort?

Browse our collections in Méribel, Verbier, Courchevel 1850, Val d'Isère, Klosters and many other resorts by using the resort filters below. To show you just how wonderful a chalet fireplace can be we have picked out a few of our favourites below.

Chalet Trois Ours - Meribel - France is the quintessential alpine chalet with secluded location beside the piste, hot tub, steam room, top quality catering and an impressive open wood burning fireplace.

Chalet Bouclia - Val d'Isere - France is a very comfortable family chalet with stunning views from the sitting room and a glass fronted fireplace.

Chalet Iconic House - Courchevel Village - France is an uber stylish chalet that has been finished to the highest standards of decor. The central glass fronted fireplace in the sitting room is a real focal point.

Apartment Chalet Place Blanche - Verbier - Switzerland although an apartment this luxurious property has traditional wood chalet vibes and a stunning sitting room with open fireplace.

Chalet Bear - Klosters - Switzerland is one of the most charming chalets in our portfolio. It has open fireplaces in the sitting room, separate dining room and also the master double bedroom.


Things to consider when booking a ski chalet with a fireplace


Open wood burning fireplace

This is the most popular type of fireplace and is the most atmospheric. There is something so primal about an open fire - something that is deep rooted in us all giving feelings of security and general 'well being'. If you were Norwegian an open fireplace would be essential if you were looking to create the full Hygge lifestyle experience. Most open fireplaces are traditionally positioned against an end wall, some are centrally located within a sitting room (either floor standing or suspended) and others are double sided and are sited to separate a sitting area from a dining area.

When choosing your chalet with fireplace it is worth checking that the fireplace is actually used. Some chalet companies will feature photos showing a fireplace but will not allow it to be lit. There is something rather depressing about sitting around an unlit fireplace on a cold and snowy day. Please therefore check with us before booking that your chalet's fireplace is a fully functioning one.

Wood burning fireplace with glass fronted safety screen

This is especially common in France where the traditional log burning fireplaces often feature a glass front which acts as fireguard. These give all the atmosphere of an 'open' fireplace and many families with small children often like to have the safety aspect of the glass front.

Wood burning stoves

These tend to be glass fronted which allows the flames to give the required atmosphere but others are enclosed in metal. These give off heat and will keep your chalet toasty and warm but a stove is not something you can gather around in quite the same way you can with an open fireplace. If a chalet has a stove we will generally not list it as having a fireplace.

Austrian Kachelofen

In many old Austrian chalets (especially in St Anton and Lech) chalets were built with ceramic clad masonry kachelofen. Open fireplaces were seen as being rather dangerous in an 'all wood' constructed house so the idea of enclosing the heat source in a thick layer of brick and ceramic tiles means that no spark or burning cinder can dangerously escape. Furthermore the traditional kachelofen produces an even heating temperature that lasts far longer than the heat produced by an open fire or a metal stove. It is mostly the heat 'stored' by the kachelofen's mass that heats the living space.

Find your perfect ski chalet with fireplace

First, select the size of your party, whether you want a chalet for exclusive use or are happy to share with other guests, and your preferred week of the winter ski season. Secondly, if you need to reduce the number of available options further use our chalet and resort filters. We suggest sorting the results by price to make finding the best property for you even easier.

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