Christmas and New Year chalet in Courchevel, planned with time to spare
The festive weeks are the most coveted of the Courchevel winter, so we help families secure the right chalet early and prepare each celebration well ahead.
In brief
Speak to Nathalie or AdamFor many families, the festive fortnight is the fixed point of the year. A Christmas and New Year chalet in Courchevel gathers everyone under one roof, with snow on the balconies, a fire in the evening and the slopes of Les 3 Vallées waiting each morning. It is also the moment when the finest chalets are most in demand, which is why the stays that feel most effortless in December were usually arranged a long time before.
Courchevel has a particular glow at this time of year. The lights of Courchevel 1850, the busy mountain terraces at lunchtime and the sense of occasion on the last night of the year make it one of the most celebrated places in the Alps to spend the holidays. Families who prefer a softer festive atmosphere often find it lower down, in Courchevel Village.
This page is for families looking ahead to Christmas, New Year or both. Rather than a general portrait of the resort, it focuses on timing: when to begin, what to decide first, how we prepare the festive days themselves and which of our Courchevel chalets lend themselves to the season.
The weeks that are reserved first
The festive period is short and the number of exceptional chalets is limited. Families who return year after year often secure their dates as soon as the previous winter ends, so by the time many people start thinking about December, the choice has already narrowed. Opening the conversation early keeps every option open and gives us room to prepare chefs, transfers and celebrations without haste.
Early contact also helps when plans are still forming. If cousins have not confirmed or a grandparent is unsure about travelling, we can talk through options and explain how a reservation works before anything is final. A tailored proposal and a rental agreement always come before confirmation, so you are never committed to a point you have not understood.
- Agree on Christmas, New Year or the whole festive period
- List everyone travelling, from grandparents to the youngest
- Mention the celebrations and meals that matter most
- Note any guests arriving later or leaving early
From Christmas Eve to the last night of the year
A festive stay often turns on a handful of meals. We can arrange a private chef for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve, so the family sits down together at home and nobody spends the evening in the kitchen. Each morning starts gently too, as every stay we arrange includes a daily breakfast.
Families who want to celebrate in the resort should know that tables on the last night of the year are among the hardest of the season to secure. Our concierge handles those reservations well ahead, and festive events and celebrations can be organised on request, from an intimate dinner to a larger party. Childcare can be arranged so that parents enjoy an evening of their own.
Festive addresses in Courchevel
For families who want the festive lights of 1850 on their doorstep, the Cospillot quarter address of Chalet Valmont is hard to better. Chalet Erise lets you ski straight from the door, and the restaurants and boutiques of 1850 lie roughly twelve minutes away on foot. Chalet Oris sits where the Chenus forest begins, while Chalet Morelle wraps private resort facilities in a warm Alpine interior.
Lower in the resort, Chalet Flys occupies a peaceful corner of Les Brigues in Courchevel Village, with the slopes about 100 metres away. Chalet Sally shares that hillside and opens onto broad valley views. Both suit families who want Christmas at an easier tempo while staying close to the festive life of the resort.
Courchevel chalets for the holidays
Residences we often propose for the festive weeks in Courchevel. Availability for your dates and the sleeping arrangements are set out in your proposal.
What makes the difference
Every residence is visited by our team, every stay is followed by one dedicated contact, and breakfast and a private concierge are always included.
A head start on December
Families who speak to us early see the widest choice of festive chalets, including residences that are never published online. We tell you frankly which ones remain open for your dates.
Celebrations settled in autumn
Chefs, restaurant tables and festive events are arranged long before you travel. When the holidays arrive, the only thing left to do is enjoy them.
Continuity in the busiest weeks
The person who takes your first call stays with your festive booking all the way to departure. During the most demanding fortnight of the season, that continuity is reassuring.
A sense of each chalet’s mood
Because our team has visited every chalet, we know which feel most festive and which suit a quieter family Christmas. That judgement is hard to find in photographs.
Good to know
Anything else? Our team in Paris answers personally, usually within the day.
Ask our teamWhen is the right time to reserve a festive chalet in Courchevel?
As early as your family can settle on dates. The festive weeks are the most requested of the winter, and many returning families plan them as soon as the previous season ends. Early contact gives you the broadest choice.
Can we stay for both Christmas and New Year?
Many families do. Share your ideal arrival and departure dates and we will propose chalets available for the whole period. Stay length and terms appear in your tailored proposal.
Can a private chef cook our Christmas dinner?
Yes, a private chef can be arranged on request for the festive meals, including Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. We discuss menus and timings with you in advance.
Is New Year’s Eve in Courchevel lively?
Courchevel 1850 is known for its festive energy on the last night of the year. Families who prefer a calmer evening often choose Courchevel Village and celebrate at the chalet.
Can childcare be booked over the festive period?
Childcare can be arranged on request, including for festive evenings. Because the holidays are busy, we suggest mentioning it as early as possible.
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Reserve your festive weeks
Let us know which festive dates you are considering and who will be joining, and we will prepare a Courchevel proposal. Message Nathalie or Adam on WhatsApp at +33 7 80 98 05 43, or email contact@lutetia-group.com.