The French Ski Resort Property Finder

Annabelle Ormond’s independent property finding service ALPS is based in France and specialises in helping clients to buy chalets, apartments or land in ski resorts in the French Alps.

20 years experience

Since its inception in 1988, ALPS has helped hundreds of clients find their ideal ski resort property. Our success is based on a resort-wide network of contacts that has developed from 20 years experience.

Covering ski resorts in Haute Savoie and Savoie

  • Chamonix and St Gervais area
    Chamonix, Argentière, Les Houches, St Gervais, Les Contamines
  • Megève and Espace Diamant
    Megève, Cordon, Combloux, Praz-sur-Arly, Notre Dame de Bellecombe, Crest Voland
  • Portes du Soleil
    Les Gets, Morzine, Avoriaz, Chatel, Chapelle d’Abondance
  • Flaine and the Grand Massif
    Flaine, Les Carroz d’Arâches, Samoëns, Morillon
  • La Clusaz and the Aravis
    La Clusaz, Le Grand Bornand, Manigod, La Giettaz
  • Val d’Isère and Tignes valley
    Val d’Isère, Tignes, Sainte Foy, La Rosière
  • Les Trois Vallées
    Courchevel, Meribel, La Tania, Val Thorens, Les Menuires, St Martin de Belleville
  • Paradiski area
    La Plagne, Les Arcs, Montalbert, Les Coches, Vallandry

We have experience in finding a wide range of different property types, from luxury chalets and apartments to farmhouses for renovation. Our location in the Alps means that we are able to move quickly to view potential properties.

Comprehensive service — addressing all aspects of buying property in France

This includes:

  • purchase negotiation
  • complete handholding service covering all aspects of the purchase, including the signing of official documents
  • informal assistance with the translation of legal documents
  • advice on estimating realistic rental yields
  • help with mortgage choices
  • advice on finding reliable local property management services and
  • recommending contractors for renovation and interior design

Personalised service tailored to your needs:

Whether you have a clear idea of what you are looking for, or whether you want advice, our property finding service is specifically tailored to meet your requirements. Annabelle takes on all searches personally and keeps you informed of progress herself.