_Ski-in, tune-out: Recharge in these luxury mountain chalets with spas

And the reason behind this growing desire for wellness? Stress. In these busy, modern times over a third of us have reported feeling completely overwhelmed with pressure at work.

So, in addition to going to the gym and eating your vegetables, taking a long, hot soak in a relaxing spa can also play an important role in enhancing our quality of life.

These beautiful homes are designed with wellness in mind; equipped with luxurious facilities to untangle your knots, revitalise your senses, and soothe your body and soul.

Verbier Chalet - Verbier, Switzerland

Take your wellbeing to new heights in this magnificent chalet, sat high on Verbier’s mountainous inclines. Awe at the sheer vastness of the Swiss Alps from its 180-degree south-facing aspect, with perfect views of Pierre Avoi and Les Ateles.

Inspired by the surrounding environment, the spacious, open-plan design is home to the largest swimming pool in the resort and offers approximately 25 metres of exclusive laneway facing a breathtaking, snow-capped vista.

Pair your physical wellbeing with time spent relaxing in the steam room, plunge pool and Jacuzzi for some true inner peace.

La Cordée - 57 Chemin de Champraz, Chamonix, France

Nestled in the sheer majesty of the Mont Blanc mountain range on the precipice of Chamonix, these exclusive luxury apartments provide an oasis of warmth and wellness.

All 80 apartments have a distinct alpine character, ranging from one to four bedrooms (approximately 40-164 square metres) and each has its own private terrace or balcony.

Feel your tension evaporate as you soak in the heated indoor swimming pool, surrounded by arched wooden windows and twinkling lights. The ornate hammam is an inspired, awestriking feature, inviting you to lavish yourself in hot air before plunging into an ice-cold pool.

Courchevel Moriond Residence - Savoie, Rhone-Alpes

This idyllic Alpine retreat in the heart of Courchevel is perfect for those whose idea of self-care involves a spot of skiing. The charming residence of this former five-star hotel evokes a warm nostalgia of decades gone by, presenting 10 elegant apartments styled after traditional Savoyard chalets.

Cosy furnishings rest on rustic wooden architecture and look out onto breathtaking views of the snowblanketed Three Valleys. After a day on the slopes, soak your weary muscles in the pool before unwinding in the luxurious spa complex.

10687 Evans Ridge Road, Colorado, USA

This stately Colorado home comes with an impressive ground-level swimming pool and sweeping panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains. Comprising more than 45,000 square feet of pure elegance, the property features Proud Doric columns standing proud on polished marble floors, high ceilings, tall windows and plenty of soothing natural light.

Reconnect with friends and family in the spacious entertainment wing and dining areas, while indulging in the offerings of the cavernous wine cellar. For a moment of peaceful clarity, stroll through the immaculately manicured gardens, surrounded by approximately 35 acres of fresh pine forest.

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