Sugar Mountain Morzine News

Guest Comments - Winter 2010-2011

2011-03-01T10:43:00.000-08:00

'Thank you Sugar Mountain. Your chalet is very cosy and comfortable and a great location too. You have all been so helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Ollie your cooking is fabulous and you are very thoughtful and concsientous.' - Chalet Etoile, Plume Family January 2011

' This is our 4th Chalet Holiday and the best! Great new chalet and brilliant organisation from start to finish.' - Annetts Family, Chalet Etoile Christmas 2010

' Thank you Ollie and Lorna and Sugar Mountain team for a fantastic stay. We had a super time skiing and really enjoyed the wonderful meals and cakes waiting for us after a day on the slopes! Hopefully we will be back very soon!' - Elise and Tommy, Chalet Etoile, February 2011

'For a chalet who catered for 21 of us, everything was perfect! Food and the general professionalism, the service from having to deal with different meal times, vegetarians, kids meals etc....' - Ben Horbye, Chalet Carclion, New Year 2010/11

' Thank you very much for a superb stay! Food was amazing! Thank you to Ollie, Matt and Rachel, great hosts, very friendly and couldn't do enough for you! We will see you next year!' - James Archer, Chalet Carclion, January 2011

'Warm welcome, great food and relaxing time had by all. Skied everywhere. Will definately come again.' - The Conneelly Tribe, Chalet Carclion, Feb Half Term 2011

Cake Bonanza

2011-01-09T04:56:00.000-08:00

I thought I should share with you some of the wonderful cakes being made here at Sugar Mountain. Rachel, Chalet Carclion Host, has been cooking up a storm.....

Here we have a triple tired chocolate delight and a cheerful cherry wonder!

The guys have been keeping all the guests very happy over Christmas and New Year and time is flying by - week 4 already - madness.

Change over day today, so we are sadly saying bye bye to some and happily welcoming some more. More snow due this week which will give the slopes a real boost too. Woo hoo.

SEASON 2010/11 UNDERWAY!!

2010-12-31T07:37:00.000-08:00

Christmas has been and gone, and all of a sudden its New Year's eve!

The Sugar Mountain season has got off to a fantastic start with a very sucessful Christmas week. Up to 40 guests enjoyed Christmas in the alps with all the trimmings, brilliant skiing conditions and even fresh snow on Christmas eve and day! New Year is now apon us and we are all looking forward to the start of 2011, plenty of skiing, lots of happy guests and all of the fun and excitment that Morzine/ Avoriaz has to offer.

Crisp, sunny winter days are apon us and skiing conditions are fantastic. This photo shows the super pipe in the heart of the Avoriaz skiing area, and plenty of keen skiiers making the most of the sunshine.

If you are tempted to come and experience the slopes of Avoriaz for yourself, please don't hesitate to get in contact. We have various availability and some amazing special offers to welcome in the New Year.

We look forward to welcoming you soon!!

Chalet Etoile Cooking Training

2010-12-13T04:42:00.000-08:00

Here is Ollie, our Chalet Host at Chalet Etoile preparing his delicious Beef Wellington for a pre-season dinner party. Before each season we host a series of dinner parties where the new members of our team can get in the swing of things and make themselves at home in their new kitchens. We have all eaten very, very well.

We are now all counting down the days before we can welcome our first guests. Our next challenge is to put up the Christmas trees and to get well and truly into the festive mood, as well as a spot of skiing of course!

Day One Chalet Cooking Training

2010-12-09T06:56:00.000-08:00

Day One of Cooking Training.
What an awesome team - everyone has been slaving away in the kitchens learning the new winter menu for this season. We have feasted on delicious meals all through the day.
This photo shows Carol, Rachel, Stu and Matt showing off a few of their sample meals today.
You can see Chicken stuffed with pine nuts, ricotta and apricots, wrapped in bacon and served with Brunnoise vegetables and Dauphinoise potatoes, along with Spanish Pork with Chorizo, green olives, and saffron served with lemon and parsley cous cous with French Beans and at the back is a delicious Baked Raspberry Cheesecake.

Chalet Etoile and the New Sugar Mountain Team 2010-2011

2010-12-06T03:14:00.001-08:00

Well December has arrived. Three very important things have happened!

1 - the snow just keeps falling

2 - we have take some fantastic photos of our lovely new Chalet Etoile.

3 - we get to welcome our new Sugar Mountain Team to Morzine.

The Chalet is looking absolutely fabulous having been lovingly built by local family Fournet. It is full of traditional Savoyarde features and mod cons.

Mmmmm think underfloor heating, cosy log fire, big flat screen tv, gorgeous views........

On another note, two new members of this season's Sugar Mountain team arrived late last night and Lorna has driven down to Geneva to pick up the other three. We are very excited as we think they are all wonderful. Staff training begins on Wednesday and we will be keeping you updated with photos and a snippit of what it is like to be a Chalet Host at Sugar Mountain!

Sneeky Peek at Chalet Etoile.......

2010-10-18T05:09:00.000-07:00

Work is gathering pace on our brand new build chalet Etoile. Floors have been laid, a gorgeous log fire has been insatalled in the lounge and the bathrooms are having fixtures and fittings fitted this week. Unfortunately the chalet isn't quite ready for its first photo shoot just yet, but we know that several of you are keen to know about the layout and size of the chalet, so for a sneeky peek have a look at the floor plans above........ Generous sized bedrooms and bathrooms fitted to a high standard and a fantastic living area complete with log burning fire to warm your toes after a long day on the slopes!

Watch this space, as soon as we can unveil chalet Etoile in all its splendor we will!! Im sure we can tempt one or two of you to come and experience this amazing chalet complete with our first class service........ A variety of weeks are still left for this coming winter season, for special offers and further details please see our website www.sugar-mtn.com

FIRST SNOW OF WINTER 10/11 ARRIVES!

2010-10-18T03:52:00.001-07:00

Autum may be in full swing here in Morzine, but the Winter weather is slowly but surely creeping its way in. The temperature has dropped and the first snow fall has arrived! This picture taken here is at the top of the Zore chairlift on the super Morzine side of the ski area. There is a little way to go yet, but its a good start and fantastic motivation to get fit for the ski season! I can already feel the wind in my hair whilst whizzing down the slopes, dreaming of the lovely hot chocolate and warm log fire waiting for me at the bottom!! Oh well only its only 7 weeks away, and hopefully a lot more snow fall to come!!

If the first snow fall has turned your thoughts to where to stay for your ski holiday this winter, please have a look at what we have to offer : Fabulous short breaks, amazing group deals and a choice of three delightful chalets in Morzine to choose from. For more details please have a look at our website www.sugar-mtn.com and don't hesitate to get in contact.

EXCITING NEW ADDITION!

2010-08-05T01:35:00.000-07:00

Here at Sugar Mountain we are delighted to announce a brand new addition to our property portfolio for winter 2010/2011.

Chalet Star is a new build 3 bedroom chalet townhouse located in the centre of Morzine. Serving as a repalcement for our previous popular Chalet Mathieu, Chalet Star is nearing the final stages of completion with it on track to be hosting fantastic winter holidays from December 2010.

Built to a high standard in the traditional alpine style with contemporay styling, chalet star will be able to sleep 6 people accross 3 beautifully presented double ensuite rooms. Linking king size beds with quality linen offer flexible sleeping arrangements, while in room Tvs and ipod docs help add to to the all important relaxation after a hard day on the slopes.

The cozy open plan lounge and diner with flat screen tv, satelite tv chanels, log burner and balcony with views over to Pleney offer the perfect setting to rest tired feet with a vin chaud, and enjoy a delicious 4 course evening meal. If you have still got the energy to keep going the local pubs are only a minutes walk away............

Chalet Star will be available on a sole occupancy basis making it perfect for smaller groups looking for an exceptional and exclusive winter holiday with that added bit of luxury.

Chalet Star will appear shortly on our website. In the meantime if you would like further information or prices please do contact us for details. Currently all weeks are available for the coming winter season. email: info@sugarmtn.co.uk

Watch this space for updates on the chalet's progress, photos of the interior and further exciting news!

Tour de France Stage 8 Avoriaz climb

2010-07-12T12:27:00.000-07:00

Almost at the top! Phew glad we just had to stand and cheer in the 30+ deg heat!

Tour de France Morzine-Avoriaz 11th July

2010-07-12T12:09:00.000-07:00

We spent a good few hours camped out in a great spot on the bend just above the Super Morzine bubble. It was scorching hot and the crowd (including plenty of hopeful Dutch) kept the cheering and singing going and everyone entertained. Bits of news came through from people with i-phones on what was happening down the course : Armstrong involved in three crashes! Eventually the craziness of the promotional caravan procession came past and then the waiting , waiting for the helicopters to appear through the mountains from Les Gets, signalling the arrival of the leading group. Contador was in the lead as they passed us, though Andy Schleck won right on the line in an exciting finish at Avoriaz. A great atmosphere, Jon got plenty of great shots and it was well worth the wait. Stage 9 starts tomorow from the centre of Morzine with Cadel Evans in the yellow jersey.

Pass Portes 2010

2010-07-07T03:05:00.001-07:00

The sun was out for the whole weekend and it was a very hot 2010 Pass Portes du Soliel mountain bike event. In fact the sun hasn't disappeared since! Some great stories, sore limbs and photos from our guests that all took part in the stage on Saturday. Amazingly they all got round despite the huge charcuterie and fondue fest on Friday night at the chalet. Look forward to seeing you all next year.

Fondue Party

2010-07-07T02:59:00.000-07:00

We have heard of carb loading before a marathon so we decided to try it with a Savoyard twist. The guys tucked into a pre-race fondue that we hoped rivalled 'the most alcoholic fondue' found at Lapisa in Crozets!

SUMMER IS HERE!

2010-06-10T05:54:00.000-07:00

The interseason is slowly drawing to a close, and summer has arrived in Morzine! Not only is the Portes Du Soleil mtb weekend just around the corner, but cloudless blue skies and long sunny days have finally arrived.

The Sugar Mountain summer team are back in resort and have been working hard on chalets Carclion and Beziere to get them well and truely prepared for the summer months. As you can see chalet Beziere is looking delightful in the sunshine.

Now the sunny weather is here thoughts are turning to long days exploring the mountain by bike, picnics with friends up at the lake, a dip in the town pool to cool off and long warm summer evenings spent by the bbq with a cool beer.

If you fancy a summer holiday with a difference why not and see what summer in the mountains has to offer? We are offering a range of summer accommodation from bed and breakfast to self catering to suit all requirements and budgets. Have a look at the summer section of our website www.sugar-mtn.com and see if we can tempt you........

PASS PORTES DU SOLEIL MTB 2010 MORZINE ACCOMMODATION

2010-03-04T05:43:00.000-08:00

CHALET LA BEZIERE - PERFECT BASE FOR PASS PORTES DU SOLEIL MTB 2010

Looking for a base for this years Pass Portes du Soleil Mountain bike event? Well look no further than our Chalet la Beziere. Large and spacious, sleeping 10-12, great value with an ideal location in Morzine.

Self catered, B&B, catered? Let us know what you need.

more info for Pass Portes du Soleil - http://www.passportesdusoleil.com/

TOUR DE FRANCE 2010 - MORZINE ACCOMMODATION

2010-03-04T05:33:00.001-08:00

MORE AVAILABILITY FOR TOUR DE FRANCE 2010 MORZINE DATES!

We now have more availability for Tour de France this July.

Great value 4 night B&B packages for just £180pp. 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th July. If you want to extend your stay you can for the reduced rate of £35pp/pn B&B.

Availability at Chalet La Beziere and limited space at Chalet Carclion.

Contact us now to make a reservation
info@sugarmtn.co.uk

SNOW, SNOW AND MORE SNOW!!

2010-01-07T04:08:00.000-08:00

Snow appears to be the word on everyones lips....... choas at home in the Uk and plenty of it in Morzine. (Snow that is not chaos!)

Im currently stranded in Cornwall due to the snow here, and seriously wishing that I could be in Morzine taking advantage of all the amazing snow and weather they have had there this week. With another 50cm due this week conditions are only set to get better and better!

So whilst im dreaming of perfectly groomed pistes and power light off piste, I need to try and figure out a way back to Morzine...........!

If you would like to come and take advantage of the amazing conditions and quiet January slopes we have various availabilty throughout January all available at amazing prices. Drop us a line for more information email: info@sugarmtn.co.uk

Hope to see you all soon

Lorna (and the rest of the Sugar Mtn team!)

First guests arrive along with tonnes of SNOW!!!

2009-12-21T06:47:00.000-08:00

When I woke up this morning it was earily quiet. Pulled back the curtains to be faced with sooo much snow!! So exciting.

After clearing a mountain's worth of snow off the drives, we got our guests up the mountain and then managed to grab a couple of hours ourselves.

This photo is of Lorna at the top of the Charniaz chair on the edge of the Ranfoilly bowl (Pleney/Les Gets side). We had great fun in the powder and our legs felt they had had good use!!

Back in the chalet now for warmed minced pies and vin chaud....I love Christmas.

Lots more snow due this week so will try to get some great pics and of course more of Christmas Day.

Back to the preparation of tonight's dinner (confit of duck with dauphinois potatoes - perfect after a day's hard work on the mountain I reckon!).

Bye for now.

Milly and the rest of the team ;-)

Winter Starts Here!

2009-12-07T08:45:00.000-08:00

Well the winter pre season is well and trully under way. All our amazing Sugar Mountain staff are in resort and doing a sterling job of getting everything ready for you. We can't wait for you all to meet them and to get the season started proper.

We've had our first proper dump of snow in resort and more due tonight. So plenty of snow clearing to get us ski and board fit.

The lifts opened this weekend for a taster of what is to come for the next 5 months and plenty of people took to the slopes.

This weekend it all opens up fully, so us and the staff can't wait to get up there.

Watch this space for what is new on and off the piste!!!!!

Milly, Vicky and Lorna, Tammy, James, Jane, Cat and Dave x

TOUR DE FRANCE BACK IN MORZINE

2009-10-19T10:57:00.000-07:00

Those who keenly follow Le Tour de France will know that Morzine-Avoriaz will be a stage town for the 97th tour in 2010.

Running from Saturday 3rd July to to Sunday 25th July 2010 the tour will be made of 1 prologue and 20 stages and will cover a total of 3600 kilometers.

This tour will see le Tourmelet climbed twice and the return of the classic cobbled sector.

Morzine-Avoriaz will feature in the 8th and 9th high mountain stages.

Morzine has been a stage town 17 times previosuly and 6 times a stage site in the resort of Avoriaz, so 2010 will be le tours 24th visit to the area and a rest day too!

STAGE 8: Sun 11th July: Station De Roussess to Morzine/Avoriaz 189km

Rarely climbed the Ramaz pass sits 40km from the high altitude finish in Avoriaz, and last visited by the tour 16 years ago. Avoriaz sits at 1800 meters, soit wil be atoigh finish to their day.

Monday 12th July is a riders rest day in Morzine.

STAGE 9: Tuesday 13th July: Morzine/Avoriaz St Jean Maurienne 204km

This will be the major alpine stage following the rest day with 4 climbs. The stage will start in the Haute Savoie then, after a climb to the Colombiere mountain pass, cross the border into Savoie and the Avaris pass, followed by the Saisies pass. The final and most gruelling challenge will be the Madeline pass that lies 30 kilometers from the finish in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne.

BASE YOURSELVES AT OUR SUGAR MOUNTAIN CHALET CARCLION IN THE HEART OF MORZINE FOR THESE STAGES. ENJOY OUR FABULOUS HOSPITALITY, RELAXED ATMOSPHERE AND CENTRAL LOCATION.

Tour de France package 10th/11th/12th/13th July 2010

4 nights b&b £180 pp

4 nights fully catered £260 pp

Or book the b&b package and upgrade any evening to fully catered for £20 pp

B&B package includes hearty breakfasts with freshly baked croissants, eggs how you like them and different hot options every morning. Freshly delivered bread, preserves, cereals, yoghurts, fruit, hot drinks and fruit juices.

Catered package includes hearty breakfasts, afternoon tea and freshly baked cakes, and delicious 3 course evening meal with unlimited complimentary wine.

To reserve your room or to ask any questions please do not hesitate to contact us. Email info@sugarmtn.co.uk

Autum has arrived - winter is on the way!

2009-10-06T12:12:00.000-07:00

The lifts have now closed for the summer biking sessions and all we can think about is snow, snow, snow!

We are very excited to have a fantastic new team ready to work alongside us for the winter who can't wait to get started, and we can't wait to introduce them to you. We know you are going to love them, and the fantastic Sugar Mountain holiday experience that they are going to create.

Autum is now appon us and the mountains are glorious, but don't worry we will be the first to inform you of the first signs of snow....... in fact the first few centimeters are forecast for the weekend! So ensure to keep watching this space soy ou can be on top of the game and be the first to know of all the major snow fall and those all important lift opeing dates.......

Finally we would like to send a very special congratulations to Vicky and Jon who got married in morzine at the end of September. Vicky is one third of Sugar Mountain, and now lives in our fantastic base of Morzine year round. We all wish Vicky and Jon many congratulations and all the best for the future!

New Chalet for Winter '09-10

2009-08-15T04:46:00.000-07:00

We are excited to announce a new catered chalet for the Sugar Mountain family. Chalet la Beziere in Morzine. Open from December 2009.

A beautifully restored Savoyard rustic farmhouse situated right next door to our Chalet Carclion.

It is bursting with old world charm and plenty of home comforts. Enjoy our fabulous hospitality, mouth watering food and first class service. Relax with a vin chaud and warm your toes in front of the open log fire after a hard day on the slopes.

It can sleep between 10 and 14 people in 5 well appointed bedrooms with flexible sleeping arrangements. It can be booked either room by room or on a sole occupancy basis. With great deals for groups of 11+.

It will be live on the website soon and please do not hesitate to get in contact with any questions. As it is new on the books, Christmas, New Year and Half Term are available. Contact us now on info@sugarmtn.co.uk

Summer in the Sun

2009-07-27T00:36:00.000-07:00

Guests this summer have had a wicked time and it is just getting better and better! We had a full house for the Pass Portes du Soleil weekend at the end of June and 3500 riders competed in the festival. This year Morzine town hosted the event with all the major mtb manufacturers setting up in the centre of town, superb conditions kept everyone tired but happy.

Then more bikes of the Harley variety rolled into Morzine and took over the town for a three day festival organised by the Harley Owners Group. A few thousand pristine bikes were on display with commercial stands in the main tourist square, bike shows and live bands playing on the huge stage. It was amazing to see Morzine so transformed and rocking! The music may not have been to mine and Lorna's usual taste, but went down well with the main crowd. The last night co-incided with the eve of Bastille Day and a huge firework display preeceded the headline act on the main stage.

We are looking forward to this years Feu du Lac event at Lake Montriond on Saturday 8th August. We'll head down early with the bbq and picnic and hang out, listen to the bands and wait for the fireworks over the lake. It is a stunning setting for a great day and night out.