Mountain Oaks

30/08/2026

29/08/2026

A beautiful morning for a long run in chevalier. If you look close enough you’ll see a few lifts in use for the last few days of downhill mountain biking here in the valley.

Maybe for you (like for me) nature is your remedy and your inspiration. If so, give us a thumbs up 👍

15/08/2026

DM me for dates for this new offering this autumn. 🍂 We’ll be exploring the weird and wonderful aspects of the ancient sister science of yoga - Ayurveda - for maximum healing benefit for your body inside and out.

03/08/2026

And just like that… after months of waiting… they’re finally out! These beautiful, massive, “tourn-au-sols” turning their faces to the sun.

22/07/2026

About to sit down here and have my breakfast this morning. It’s a changeover so I’m gathering energy to say goodbye and hello to beautiful families coming to enjoy the valley at this gorgeous time of year.

14/07/2026

Awesome haul on the berries and currents today in the garden. Any ideas for what to do with so many blackcurrants?

04/06/2026

Yep, 5 sessions in I’m feeling much more confident on these two wheels! Thanks to for the tips!

03/06/2026

Finally tidying up the front of the chalet after winter.

09/05/2026

Did you know…

The largest ski area in the southern Alps has made a huge investment in sustainable energy and environmentally responsible infrastructure.

05/05/2026

Testing out some lunch options yesterday for the summer retreat - this one has honey and tahini dressing with delicious butternut squash, red pepper, pumpkin seeds, feta, courgette, tomato, cucumber, lettuce, cornichons, apricot and quinoa!