This winter has seen an incredible amount of snow fall in the Alps, and it still hasn’t stopped.  It means this skiing season is the best in many years.  In Zermatt there is 170cm of snow at Schwarzee at 2900m with an average of 15cm falling per 24 hours.  In Klosters there is a massive amount of snow, growing daily.

This abundance of snow promises great skiing at Easter and still at the end of the season, and in Zermatt, the summer skiing on the glacier is looking great.

Spring skiing and heli-skiing will be awesome this year.  That’s why we love living and working in Switzerland.

Elysian Collection is excited to include Chalet Grace in our portfolio of luxury ski chalets for the winter season 2011-12.  This top Zermatt property overlooks Zermatt town and the Matterhorn, is close to the Sunegga lift, and designed with every comfort in mind.  The wellness area with the relaxation zone with the starry sky, yoga/pilates room, massage room and sauna occupies the entire ground floor, with views over empty fields to the mountains beyond.  Antiques, handpicked art and international designer pieces nestle next to deep filled soft cushions, sumptuous furniture and contemporary fittings, all combining to offer the most comfortable stay.  At the top of the house, the double height floor to ceiling picture windows dominate the large living area, and add to the spacious room, bringing light and the mountains into the cosy, fire lit atmosphere.

Chalet Grace is such a beautiful property we are looking forward to our first winter of operating her, bringing the highest levels of service and gourmet food that Elysian Collection’s guests expect.  As I write, the early autumn snow is falling, changing the weeks of hot sun into a chilly autumnal atmosphere, promising a great start to the winter.  Snow has fallen in Zermatt and settled on the hills.  Bring on the luxury skiing.

Relax with champagne, enjoy the bubbles and snow filled view

We are hugely pleased to add Chesa Falcun, Klosters to our elite collection of the ultimate in luxurious chalets.  Chesa Falcun, built in 2008, is designed with privacy, space and every comfort in mind. This Majestic chalet sleeps 12 guests and is spread comfortably over 4 floors. All 6 bedrooms have private balconies with south facing alpine views.

View of Klosters in the snow from Chesa Falcun

We are excited to be able to bring Elysian Collection’s high standards of luxury, service and cuisine to Klosters, where the skiing is superb, the Swiss alpine village atmosphere authentic, and the mountain restaurants offer spectacular dining.

Chesa Falcun looks over large virgin snow fields, perfect for the children to play within sight of the adults, whilst you enjoy a glass of champagne on the balcony. Inside, the care, love and attention that have gone into designing the chalet are apparent. Traditional warm fabrics sit naturally with modern quality fittings, and the drawing room’s grand fireplace is the perfect place to relax after a delicious dinner prepared by your very own Michelin star trained chef.

Relax in comfort at the end of the day, sleep peacefully in this exclusive property, perfect for all the family, knowing that Elysian Collection will provide you with unsurpassed levels of private service and gourmet cuisine for your ultimate stay.

Nothing is too much trouble ~ your every wish discreetly attended to

For further details please contact us

CALLING ALL GOLFERS!!  On the 26th until 31st Aug this year the Alpine Golf Week takes place in Zermatt and has to be considered a golfing heaven as it is played on the fantastic 9 hole course of the Matterhorn Golf Club.  It is discretely situated at approximately 4,615 feet above sea level between Tasch and Randa, on the flat and surrounded by the spectacular Swiss alpine mountains that encompass this course.  Here you will get a chance to play your favourite game with friends and like minded people, safely tucked away from it all whilst breathing in the divine beauty and of course the cleanest air.

Zermatt nestles at the foot of the famous Matterhorn and is particularly acclaimed with skiers, hikers and mountaineers but also attracts visitors that are looking for an escape from their otherwise hectic lifestyles, and of course for a golfing experience of a lifetime.  It is this that makes Zermatt such an exceptional and sought after location for luxury and exclusive vacations where a 5 star plus treatment is required and where perfect comfort, discretion, privacy and security are essential.  Here you can have the best of both worlds with Elysian Collection as we provide adventure and recreation or tranquility and relaxation with as much or as little pampering as you require.  Holiday in Zermatt for a superior and luxurious experience in specialised and fully catered holidays.  You need look no further than Elysian Collection.

Elysian Collection leads the field when it comes to exclusivity and premier quality coupled with the ability to meet any request however large or small.  Anything you wish will be provided for here, leaving you free to enjoy your stay in Zermatt in a luxury catered chalet, and knowing that all you require will be given its full attention by us.  Elysian Collection is a highly prominent company where deluxe quality and utmost discretion in an exquisite setting are of the highest importance.  We provide the finest services available ranging from 1st class chalet staff, (trained by Jane Urquhart at the London Academy), free flowing champagne and open bar, and divine gourmet dinners prepared by your very own personal Michelin Star Trained Chef, not to mention the many other provisions that can be arranged, including in house massage and beauty treatments, resort activities and yoga/pilates sessions.  With Elysian you will get much more than you could have ever anticipated and to a supreme standard.  Join us here for the Alpine Golf Week and let us show you the ultimate in catered luxury holidays and chalets.  We know you will enjoy your stay with us!

To experience the unique and outstanding traditions of any given country you should share in its Folklore and here in Zermatt - one of Switzerland’s most popular ski destinations – is no exception.  Their own Folklore Festival on 14^th August this year, seeing 50 different folklore groups come together to offer a variety of dance, song, fun and food, with a few yodelers thrown in to boot.  The parade which has been running since 1968, is a demonstration of Switzerland’s proud heritage, and tradition and sees over 1,200 individuals take to the streets of Zermatt to display their own very distinctive group dances, lively Alpine music and traditional costume.  Many of these groups even put on a show exclusively for children!  The event will wind down the streets of Zermatt and continue into the evening at the Obere Matten Fairgrounds and Kirchplatz Square.

Zermatt itself is nestled at the foot of the famous Matterhorn and is particularly renowned with skiers, hikers and mountaineers but also with visitors that are looking for an escape from their otherwise hectic lifestyles.  This makes Zermatt an exceptional and sought after location for luxury and exclusive  holidays where a 5 star plus treatment is required and where perfect comfort, discretion, privacy and security are essential.  Here you can have the best of both worlds if chosen with Elysian Collection as we provide the option for adventure and recreation or tranquillity and repose with as much or as little pampering as you require. And as many people who come to holiday in Zermatt are looking for a superior and luxurious experience in specialised and fully catered holidays then they do not have to look any further than Elysian Collection.

Elysian Collection really does lead the field when it comes to exclusivity and premier quality coupled with a guarantee to meet any request that you may have.  All your requests will be provided for here, leaving you free to enjoy your stay in Zermatt in a luxury catered chalet and knowing that all you require will be given its full attention by us.  Elysian Collection is a highly prominent company where deluxe quality and utmost discretion in an exquisite setting are of the highest importance.  Our extensive portfolio is filled with the finest services available ranging from first class chalet staff, unlimited champagne and divine gourmet dinners prepared by your very own personal Michelin Star Trained Chef.  With Elysian you will get much more than you could have ever anticipated and to a supreme standard.  So if you are coming to Zermatt for the Folklore Festival and are looking for the ultimate in catered luxury holidays and chalets then your search is over as you have found the definitive company who provide the best in exclusive holidays with Elysian Collection.  We look forward to welcoming you!

The Matterhorn Eagle Golf Tournament is no ordinary golfing event but it certainly stays true to golf’s Scottish origin and takes place amidst the landscapes and terrain of the Alpine mountains.  The tournament will take place this year between 29th – 31st July in Zermatt and is a must for both the avid golfer and spectator as it gives all a chance to experience a real old fashioned game, based around the challenging obstacles of rocks, cliffs and uneven surfaces.  The 9 hole course occurs on this very unique exterior (you won’t find any fairways and mown lawns here), at 2500 metres above sea level combined with the backdrop of the most dazzling beauty of the Swiss Alps, where the Matterhorn itself is always in full view.  This is what makes The Matterhorn Eagle Golf Tournament such a pleasure to take part in and also a sheer delight to watch and if you are an ardent golfing fan then it is not to be missed!

The course itself may be rough and uneven but the panoramic setting really is something to behold which gives this event a certain extra special something to its participants.  And along with the playful and methodical side of the game you get to experience one of the world’s most astounding views of Switzerland’s Alpine Ranges.  They are as glorious as they are dramatic and engulf the vast open expanses of the watery lakes which lay between them, giving the onlooker a sudden distinction of silky smooth contrasted with a powerful intensity and ever changing colours that will literally steal your breath away.

Zermatt, one of Switzerland’s most popular skiing holiday destinations is located at the foot of the Matterhorn and is particularly renowned with skiers, hikers and mountaineers and is just as full of activity in the summer as it is in winter.  And as this is a car free zone, it makes Zermatt a very unique and sought after location for luxury and exclusive Ski and Hiking holidays where a 5 star plus treatment is required and where perfect comfort and security are essential.  Many people who come to holiday in Zermatt are looking for a superior and luxurious experience then they do not have to look any further than Elysian Collection.

Elysian Collection really does lead the field when it comes to exclusivity and supreme quality coupled with a guarantee to meet any request that you may have.  All your needs will be catered for here, leaving you free to enjoy your stay in Zermatt in a first class Swiss ski chalet and knowing that all your requirements will be taken care of.  Elysian Collection is a highly distinguished company where deluxe quality and utmost discretion in an exquisite setting are of the highest importance.  We have an extensive portfolio filled with the best services available ranging from first class chalet staff, unlimited champagne and divine gourmet dinners prepared by your very own personal Michelin Star Trained Chef.  With Elysian you will get much more than you could have ever anticipated and to the highest standard.  So if you are coming to Zermatt for the Matterhorn Eagle Golf Tournament and are looking for the ultimate in luxury holidays and ultra-luxury chalets then your search is over as you have found the definitive company in Elysian Collection.  We know you will enjoy your time with us!

This summer Elysian Collection have teamed up with Sarah Cullen from Updog Downdog to create an exclusive yoga retreat in Chalet Maurice.

Sarah is a dedicated Ashtanga practitioner and inspirational teacher.  Through her teaching and your practice she will awaken you to the incredible balancing benefits of yoga, both physical and spiritual.  She has studied the Ashtanga Vinyasa system with internationally renowned yoga teachers, including Rolf and Marci Naujokat in Goa, India.

‘Trust that everything you need is already within you and do not be afraid to go looking for it.’

The week long programme will enable our guests to deepen their Ashtanga yoga practice at a luxurious setting amongst stunning scenery.

Each morning there will be a traditional Mysore-style Ashtanga practice, when students can develop at their own pace whilst having plenty of individual attention from Sarah, making it suitable for practitioners of all levels.

A second, more relaxing Yin-style practice will be held in the late afternoons.

The sessions will be held on the wellness terrace overlooking the Jacuzzi with magnificent views of the Matterhorn.

Every morning we provide a health breakfast designed to energise and cleanse.  Our chef has planned menus specifically balanced for refreshing taste and rejuvenation.  Treat yourself to a massage and join some of the organized extra activities led by our in-house Mountain Leader, who will take you to explore what Zermatt has to offer.  Hike, paraglide, mountain bike or follow a via ferrata.  Awake early to watch the sunrise over the Matterhorn.  Or simply take time to relax in Zermatt’s mesmerizing natural beauty.  We plan yoga sessions high above the town by a mountain lake amidst the grass and wildlife.

This is truly a retreat into a slower pace of life, where the luxury of an Elysian Holiday and the balance and peace of Ashtanga Yoga work side by side in harmony

Chalet Maurice Ashtanga Yoga Retreat 28th August - 4th September 2011.  For more information contact us

If you are new to Elysian Collection, welcome. If you have stayed with us before, welcome back.
This winter has been even busier and better than last year’s, with our luxury ski chalets firmly established as the places to be in Zermatt, and with exciting opportunities for expansion…

This year our guests have again enjoyed the usual, and unsurpassable 7* star luxury of Chalet Maurice and Chalet Les Anges, gourmet deluxe food by Michelin star trained chefs Angeline Davies and John Gilbert, and fabulous skiing under the shadow of the imposing Matterhorn.

Chalet Maurice’s ‘We have been expecting you Mr Bond’ décor style, complete with private funicular lift through the mountain, has become synonymous with heliskiing adventures and cool cocktails, whilst Chalet Les Anges is the Zermatt party venue. This year Elysian Collection invited the Circus of Horrors to perform, famous live bands and well known DJs come as requested, and our favourite Zermatt jazz pianist made good use of the grand piano.

But cosy teas by the fire, a relaxing massage in the spa, and champagne in the Jacuzzi, served by our attentive but discrete staff are just some of the things that make our holidays a cut above the rest. It is our attention to detail; the little things, that our guests remember most. Without the show and the fuss, Elysian Collection will always make your holiday perfect.

If the snow conditions were bad elsewhere in the Alps, Zermatt always has snow, and this winter was no exception. Even as I write, on the 10th May, the snow on the glacier is in superb condition, and skiing is still possible down as far as Trockener Steg.

Our summer season opens on the 19th June, and we are looking forward to walking, high level hikes, climbing, mountain biking, outdoor yoga classes, paragliding, summer skiing, rafting and lazy lunches on the sun terraces of Zermatt’s famous gourmet restaurants.

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