Le Sauze ski resort · Alpes de Haute-Provence

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Refuge
au Sauze

A mountain studio in the heart of the Provençal Alps, ski-in ski-out, between sky and forest.

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32 m² of
alpine comfort

In the Le Roi Soleil residence (Crépuscule building) at the Le Sauze ski resort, about 10 minutes' drive from Barcelonnette, this studio flat has direct access to the slopes and snowshoe trails in winter, and to hiking paths in summer.

The mountain nook, with its bunk bed and pull-out trundle bed, sleeps up to 3; a comfortable sofa bed (160 cm) in the living room sleeps 2 more, for 5 guests in all. The living area has a well-equipped kitchenette, a full bathroom and a separate toilet, as well as plenty of storage for gear and luggage.

32
m²
2–5
guests
On site
slopes, trails & snowshoeing

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The living room, with its sofa bed and pine chest of drawers
The Chapeau du Gendarme, a limestone peak under a blue sky
The living-room window, looking out onto the forest

What awaits you

Your skis stay downstairs

Free parking at the foot of the building and a secure ski locker on the ground floor: drop your gear off as you arrive, then take the lift up to the first floor.

Five proper beds, and some privacy

The mountain nook sleeps 3 in real 80 cm beds suited to adults, which a curtain can close off. In the living room, a very good-quality 160 cm sofa bed sleeps two more.

A kitchen made for real cooking

A large 140 cm fridge, oven, dishwasher, hob, microwave, kettle and filter coffee maker — not forgetting the raclette machine. The big wooden table seats five: three chairs and a bench.

  • Bath and shower
  • Separate toilet
  • Washing machine
  • TV (free-to-air channels)
  • Plenty of storage space
  • A place to dry boots and gloves
  • Very good 4G/5G coverage — no Wi-Fi
  • Forest view

Two seasons,
endless pleasures

December – April

Winter

The snow front at Le Sauze, at the foot of the chalets, facing the snowy peaks

From December to April, the resort lives to the rhythm of the snow, far from the bustle of the big resorts.

The Sauze – Super-Sauze ski area

Slopes for every level, from beginners to experienced skiers.

Snowshoeing from the residence

The trails start a few metres away.

Sledging

Something to fill family afternoons.

  • Alpine skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Pra-Loup 15 km away
Le Sauze ski area (new tab)
June – September

Summer

Dancers in colourful dresses in a Barcelonnette street during the Latino-Mexican Festival

In summer, the Ubaye valley changes face: trails, rivers and wide open spaces within easy reach.

Barcelonnette's Latino-Mexican Festival

Ten days in mid-August, a legacy of the valley's emigration to Mexico.

Lake Serre-Ponçon

45 minutes by car, for swimming and water sports.

Hiking in the Mercantour

The national park's trails, starting from the valley.

  • Trail running
  • Mountain biking
  • Paragliding
  • Canyoning
Ubaye tourist offices (in French) (new tab)

Write to us

A question about the flat, or thinking of a stay? Email us and we will get back to you quickly.

refugedusauze@gmail.com

For a booking request, please include:

  • Your arrival and departure dates
  • The number of guests (5 at most)
  • Any questions you may have

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