Authentic Mountain Living
Courchevel Village (1550) offers the authentic alpine experience that many guests seek. Here, traditional architecture meets genuine mountain community, with local bakeries, family-run restaurants, and a relaxed pace that feels miles away from the bustle of 1850.
Authentic Savoyard village atmosphere
Direct connection to Courchevel ski area
Traditional chalets with genuine character
Family-friendly environment
Local restaurants and bakeries
Courchevel Village (1550): The Quiet Alternative
Courchevel Village sits at 1,550 metres with its own lift connection to the main Courchevel ski area. It has a genuine village character that the upper resorts have largely traded away, a church, local shops, and slopes that are never as crowded as those above.
Chalet rentals in Courchevel Village cost less than their 1850 equivalents, and how much less depends on the standard of service being compared. On our own catalogue on 13 September 2026, taking each property's median winter week and holding the service standard equal, a Prestige chalet in Courchevel Village ran 53% below the same standard in Courchevel 1850 (8 properties against 5), a Comfort self-catered apartment 54% below (31 against 21), and an Essential apartment only 21% below (13 against 22). The ski access connects to the same Three Valleys network via the Cospillot and Village gondolas. For groups who want skiing without the social scene of 1850, it is a solid and often overlooked base.
The village is particularly suited to beginners and intermediate skiers. The lower altitude means slightly more variable snow conditions in early and late season, but the central weeks of January, February and early March are reliably good.
Families with children under five have a real option here: the Baby Club at the Maison des Enfants takes children from 18 months, and from age three the 1550 Club Piou Piou caps groups at six children per instructor. Our childcare guide, village by village sets out ages, hours and prices for each village.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Courchevel Village (1550) good for skiing?
Yes. Courchevel Village has its own lift system connecting to the main Courchevel area and the Three Valleys. The local slopes are good for beginners and intermediates. Advanced skiers may prefer to ride the gondola to 1850 for more challenging terrain.
How does Courchevel Village compare to Courchevel 1850?
Courchevel Village is significantly quieter and has a more authentic alpine atmosphere, and it costs less than 1850 at every service standard we can measure. On our own catalogue on 13 September 2026, taking each property's median winter week and holding the service standard equal, a Prestige chalet in Courchevel Village ran 53% below the same standard in Courchevel 1850 (8 properties against 5), a Comfort self-catered apartment 54% below (31 against 21), and an Essential apartment only 21% below (13 against 22). It lacks the Palaces and Michelin restaurants of 1850, but has good local dining and a relaxed pace.
What are chalet rental prices in Courchevel Village?
We do not publish a price range for Courchevel Village: each property carries its own weekly price for the week you want, and a range invented across them would not survive a check. What we can measure is the gap with 1850. On our own catalogue on 13 September 2026, taking each property's median winter week and holding the service standard equal, a Prestige chalet in Courchevel Village ran 53% below the same standard in Courchevel 1850 (8 properties against 5), a Comfort self-catered apartment 54% below (31 against 21), and an Essential apartment only 21% below (13 against 22). Every price on this site is read from our live catalogue when the page loads, and we re-check the exact week before confirming anything.
Is it easy to reach Courchevel 1850 from Courchevel Village?
Yes, the gondola from Courchevel Village to 1850 takes under 10 minutes. Most guests ski up to 1850 for lunch or dinner and return by gondola in the evening. The free shuttle bus also connects the villages throughout the day.
Every property we rent in Courchevel Village
Chalets and apartments in Courchevel 1550, with the number of bedrooms and the sector.