We spent one month in Dimitri and Francesca's beautiful apartment. We loved the space, the area -- and our hosts. Let's start with the space. It may not be obvious from the photos, but from the living room there is a gorgeous view of the mountain. The living room also has a balcony that makes you feel you are part of the landscape. The apartment is newly renovated with well-appointed modern fixtures, but it feels warm thanks to all the wood. The bathroom is pleasant and functional, and the bedrooms are spacious. Windows in every room supplied plenty of natural light and fresh mountain air.

We came to Valtournenche for hiking, and this apartment was a wonderful base. Right from the house, you can go on hikes that give you as much elevation as you can handle. Then if you drive the ten minutes to Cheneil, you are spoiled for choice with all the "beccas" (Aran, Trecare, Nanaz) and Tournalin. Finally, the Avic area is a short drive away and well worth exploring for a day.

The apartment's location within Valtournenche is outstanding: a small

but very well-stocked grocery store is next door, as well as the town's

mountain gear shop. The pharmacy is across the street, and it is a

one-minute walk from a parking lot.

From our first messages to the end of our stay, Francesca and Dimitri

were delightful and generous hosts. Besides going out of their way to

ensure we lacked for nothing and giving us much-appreciated orientation, they were a source of fun and stimulating conversations.

We've stayed in many holiday homes. For various reasons, this will stay in our memory as one of our favorites. Thank you Dimitri and Francesca!