Luxury, catered ski chalet in Govedartsi, Borovets, Bulgaria

Chalet Elizabeth is a beautiful alpine chalet in the charming village of Govedartsi, Borovets.It is situated in the centre of the village and has lovely views of the surrounding countryside and mountains, which can be enjoyed from the breakfast table and even from your bed, in the master bedroom. It is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy luxurious accommodation in a beautiful setting, whilst being on the doorstep of some of the best skiing in Bulgaria. It is also a wonderful base for a summer holiday, with its hot summer climate and proximity to the lovely Lake Iskar as well as the Rila mountains for walking.
A holiday based in Chalet Elizabeth gives you the best of both worlds. You have easy access to the bustling ski resort of Borovets, but can experience a little more of the local flavour of the country you are visiting in the quiet rural escape that is Govedartsi. Here you will find the real Bulgaria with its friendly people, not to mention all manner of farm animals wandering free around the village. A real spectacle in itself.

Chalet Elizabeth in the snow	Master bedroom
View from balcony	Cosy upstairs sitting room

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The chalet is finished to a high western standard and provides generous, luxury accommodation for eight to nine people. Its oil fired central heating and woodburning stove in the living room make it a cosy retreat after a long day's skiing, whilst its large bright and airy rooms provide a break from the hot summer sun.
There are two bedrooms downstairs, one double, which has its own entrance to the terrace, and one twin.There is also a shower room with toilet. The main feature of the ground floor is the large open plan living room with a well equipped, fully fitted kitchen at one end and a spacious dining area with large dining table and log burning stove at the other. Stairs go up from the kitchen to the first floor. This features a cosy sitting room leading onto the balcony with stunning views of the Iskar valley.The large, double master bedroom is on this floor as well as a further twin bedroom. The luxury bathroom has a bath with shower above, washbasin and WC. There is also a further, foldup single bed.
Outside, there is a large garden with plenty of private parking space. Garden furniture is provided. There is also furniture on the balcony upstairs where you can enjoy the lovely scenery.There is an alarm system, linked to the local alarm company, for your security.

Mealtimes are to be looked forward to at Chalet Elizabeth. On your arrival day, meals will be organised to suit your arrival time. After that we will provide traditional chalet catering.
A breakfast buffet will be laid out for you. This will set you up for a strenuous day on the slopes.
When you arrive back in the late afternoon, you will be greeted by afternoon tea including a varied selection of Bulgarian and home - made cakes and biscuits.
Later on, when you are rested and refreshed, we will serve you a delicious 3 course evening meal with a wide variety of home cooked dishes to suit all tastes. This will be accompanied by a glass of wine or soft drink. You are welcome to bring in your own alcoholic drinks to supplement this if you wish.
Our chalet hosts have one day off a week, and on that evening you will be able to try a local restaurant, of which there are many to choose from.


There will be a daily maid service, including emptying the bins, 6 days a week. This does NOT include washing up! Bedlinen, towels and teatowels are provided, as are basics such as toilet rolls, washing-up liquid and dishwasher tablets.

Arrival time 4PM.
Departure time 10AM.
Our resort manager will meet all guests on arrival to hand over the keys and for a welcome drink . He will also take the security deposit of £200 (or equivalent in Euros/BGN) from you. This will be returned at the end of your stay.He will advise on all aspects of your holiday and answer any queries you may have. He will be available throughout your holiday.

25% of rental charge to be paid at the time of booking. Full balance of rental due two months prior to start date of holiday.
CANCELLATION
Cancellation prior to payment of full balance - no return of deposit.
Cancellation after payment of full balance - no refund.

THE CHALET IS STRICTLY NON-SMOKING

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The price in the table below is per person per week, for 8/9 guests (in 4 double/twin bedrooms plus single fold up bed) for a CATERED SKI HOLIDAY, which includes:

Daily shuttle service to and from the ski slopes

A hearty buffet breakfast to start the day

Chalet tea when you return after a busy day's skiing

A delicious home-cooked 3 course evening meal with a glass of wine/soft drink, followed by tea/coffee on 6 nights.

Tea/coffee always available in the chalet to help yourselves

PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR PRICE FOR A SMALLER GROUP (CATERING CAN ONLY BE PROVIDED FOR A MINIMUM OF 6 PEOPLE)

We are happy to cater for vegetarians. Just let me know the number of people in advance.


Children under 12 can also be specially catered for.They will receive a price discount.

A special Christmas Dinner is included.


SELF - CATERING

MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY 9 PEOPLE

Spring/Summer/Autumn periods the chalet is rented on a self - catering basis only, at £500 per week.

If you would like to rent the chalet on a self-catering basis in the ski season, the price is £700 per week for Christmas, New Year and February Half Term or £600 per week for the rest of the season.This price does not include a shuttle service to the slopes. These can be provided, at addditional cost. Please contact me for details.

LONG SUMMER LETS AVAILABLE - PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR DETAILS

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You can either fly to Sofia or Plovdiv airports.There are various different routes available depending on your departure airport, desire for direct flights and cost. Different people have different priorities regarding this and so we can’t really make recommendations. However the following websites are likely to be useful:

Easyjet - Gatwick to Sofia - VERY CHEAP!
http://www.britishairways.com/travel/basubsid/public/en_gb
http://wizzair.com/index.shtml
http://www.air.bg/en/
http://www.travelsupermarket.com
Skyscanner
Balkan Holidays
Malev airlines


Airport transfers can be booked online at excellent prices.
For summer stays we would recommend that you hire a car, so that you can really explore what the area has to offer.It is best to hire a car for pickup at the airport. It is then about an hour's drive from Sofia or an hour and a half from Plovdiv.We have found both routes easy and scenic. It is very easy to book car hire online.

The resort of Borovets is very lively and colourful. It has a wealth of restaurants and bars all at bargain prices. It is even cheaper outside Borovets. A holiday in Bulgaria is extremely good value for money.
There is an active apres ski scene and some quite unusual "adult" entertainment! Non-skiers are also catered for with bowling, swimming and fitness facilities based in the larger hotels. Local transport includes horse drawn sleighs which adds to the character of Borovets.

When visiting in winter, Borovets is obviously the place to head for. It is the oldest and most popular mountain resort in Bulgaria, lying at 1350m. It is set in pine woods and provides a variety of ski runs amongst beautiful scenery. All levels of skiers are catered for and it is particularly good for beginners. The skiing facilities have undergone a lot of improvements lately, with new lifts and runs. This is part of the Super Borovets Project, an enormous investment in the area.

Although further away, (approx 90 minutes), the Rila Monastery must not be missed. It is Bulgaria's largest and most famous monastery, founded in 927AD and hidden high in the Rila mountains.There is also a monastery in Samokov which is worth a visit as well as the Bulgarian King's Residence which is in Borovets.
For those who prefer towns and cities, the old Roman town of Plovdiv offers monuments and ruins from the days of the Roman Empire. Sofia, the Bulgarian capital, is widely regarded as the "new Prague". Steeped in history the city is a mecca for shopping.

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