Katy Stebbing works with Alpine Angels in the alpine village of Les Gets where she lives with her husband Ben and Roxy the dog. Katy has a dual role within our team taking care of our vendors and also working with our buyers. She has been enjoying the bumper snow conditions this year and has promised to share a few of her mountain secrets with us.
What is your favourite part of the mountain for skiing this season?
The whole of the PDS is pretty special this year – there is so much snow, but like most people who live and work in Les Gets I love to ski on Mont Chery – the local’s mountain. It has the best views, quiet slopes and a great restaurant.
And your favourite place for a drink on the mountain?
That would have to be the Grande Ourse on Mont Chery again. Alternatively we love to walk across to Mont Caly to the wonderful mountain restaurant Les Chevrelles, accessible only by walkers, snowshoers and cross country skiers.
What are your top tips for selling a property in the Alps?
Do all you can to ensure that your property is well presented. This doesn’t mean having to spend lots of money. It can be done simply by dressing living rooms and bedrooms with tasteful cushions and throws, or by removing unnecessary clutter to draw attention to the best features. First impressions are important!
What are your top tips for buying a property in the Alps?
Whether you are buying a second home, a rental property or an investment, or all three, you should take local advice, spend time in the area and be aware of all of the options available to you.
Winter or Summer? Which is your favourite Alpine season?
We moved here for the winters, of course, but every season has its attractions. I love the open feeling in the Summer, when you can walk for miles in the sunshine, with meadow flowers all around and stunning scenery. I think, perhaps September is the nicest time here, because it is quiet and warm and there is the promise of snow just around the corner!
Katy is available year round to answer all your alpine property questions.