The World Ski Awards is the only global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism. In this years awards we are delighted to announce that The Alpine Club's new boutique mountain chalet, The Ecurie, is a nominee for the 'Worlds Best New Ski Chalet'. To say we are thrilled is an understatement.

So, what are the World Ski Awards?

Launched in 2013, World Ski Awards aim is to drive up standards within the ski industry by rewarding the organisations that are leaders in their field.

World Ski Awards was developed in reaction to overwhelming demand from the ski industry for a programme that was fair and transparent; a programme with a mission to serve as the definitive benchmark of excellence, and to help to foster a new era of growth in ski tourism.

Why has The Ecurie a nominee?

The Ecurie is a respectful renovation of an ancient Savoyard stable that delivers a level of luxury and quality often promised but rarely achieved.  Sleeping eight guests, the chalet exudes unfussy luxurious charm, but most importantly it has soul - the magic ingredient so often absent in developer built chalets claiming to be top of the range.  The beauty of this historic former stable has been preserved, and the addition of stylish contemporary flourishes results in a building with a feeling of authenticity and connection. 

The stunning open plan lounge area with its central fire place and double height ceiling sets the tone for the heart of the chalet and encourages a relaxed social space, where you can spend time reconnecting with family and friends.  And at the end of each day how wonderful to retreat into your personal piece of heaven – a timbered bedroom where you feel cocooned in your own cosy den. 

The essence of The Ecurie is luxury delivered with passion and soul yet in a relaxed, modern and connected way. This is what the owners of The Alpine Club, Helen and Chris Raemers, have excelled at – they have delivered their own personal design and flair and their years of experience and yet have maintained a consistency of standard that flows effortlessly throughout every detail. There are no clichés to be found at The Ecurie but rather a modern appreciation of how to blend the ancient and modern and deliver an exceptional experience.

How can The Ecurie win a global competition?

Purely and simply it is down to votes. The nominee with the most votes wins.

Click here to vote The Ecurie the Worlds Best New Ski Chalet