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Villa Principe Leopoldo Lugano
Live in a fairy tale, surrounded by prestige and nature. Imagine contemplating Lugano’s beauty in a princely residence. The former private home of German Emperor Wilhelm’s brother in law, the Villa is located on a picturesque promontory called the Collina d’Oro (Golden Hill), whose views and location are the best kept secret in town. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live in a legendary home, a stay…
Kudadoo Private Island
Kudadoo’s renowned eco-consciousness and sleek design extend to the Maldives island’s 15 over-water residences where your uninterrupted enjoyment of the private island charm and the splendid natural surrounds are the norm….
Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
In search for unique places, sometimes you need to get off the main roads. However, let them lead you to Bale, Istria. Then slow down and follow the road that gets narrower with every mile, as nature draws closer. Slow down even more, and then make a turn into the white road. As the iron gates of the Meneghetti estate open up in front of you, stop for just one moment – and realize that the magic actually appears off the…
Boutique Hotel Die Alpbacherin
The history of DER ALPBACHERIN began in the former Angelika house. Some time ago, in the middle of Alpbach, at house number 405, stood the small bed and breakfast “Haus Angelika”. Georg and Lisa ran them with a lot of love. The success proved you right and so the desire for a new place for more guests was born. A dream came true. Together with daughter Valentina and her boyfriend Thomas, plans, dreams and…
Juma Amazon Lodge
With its prime location in one of the most remote and preserved regions of the Amazon Rainforest, Juma Amazon Lodge is an intimate and inviting property harmoniously nestled into the forest environment which defines it. Juma Amazon Lodge features 19 intimate bungalows seamlessly nestled into the lush surroundings of the Amazon Rainforest. In order to accommodate the water levels of the wet season…
Bawah Reserve
A gorgeous tropical paradise surrounded by a blue ocean, Bawah Reserve sits in sheltered seclusion 160 nautical miles (300km) northeast of Singapore in the remote Anambas Archipelago, Indonesia. This pristine and previously uninhabited marine conservation area is surrounded by turquoise lagoons and coral reefs, which cater to outdoor adventurers looking to indulge as well as those looking to relax in paradise…
Château de La Chèvre d’Or
Nature is everywhere at Château de la Chèvre d’Or. There are lots of different gardens filled with sculptures, fountains, waterfalls, flowers, herbs, trees and shrubs. The area is perfumed with the scents of jasmine, bougainvillea and roses. The magnificent colors create a framework that blends into the horizon and the sea…
Casa Casuarina Miami
Casa Casuarina was built in 1930 by Alden Freeman. Alden Freeman’s father, Joel Freeman was Treasurer of The Standard Oil Trust (also known as Rockefeller’s Company) and left Alden a fabulous wealth when he passed away. That gave the young and wealthy Alden the opportunity to retire at the age of 27 from being an architect and travel all over the world. Alden was also a descendent of the Mayflower on his mother’s side…
Aria Hotel Budapest
The Aria Hotel Budapest is a luxury boutique hotel with an exquisite design inspired by music. To compliment the musical concept, master designer Zoltan Varro’s vision was to simultaneously recreate the rich, lavish atmosphere of a historic Hungarian palace while also embracing visitors in the warmth and comfort of a private residence…
Cavo Tagoo Santorini
The exclusive Cavo Tagoo Santorini, twin of Cavo Tagoo Mykonos is located within walking distance from Fira and just a few kilometers from Oia, the resort offers luxurious suites, spectacular sunsets over the sea and a personalized service exceptional. All Suites are modern and feature a hot tub or private pool on the terrace style, design details, 43-inch LCD satellite TV, patio or terrace with stunning panoramic view…
Gecko Hotel & Beach Club Formentera
In the beautiful and protected island of Formentera, Gecko Hotel & Beach Club was set out for like-minded individuals to unwind, connect with oneself and nature and above all celebrate life. Gecko brings to Formentera a new form of hospitality that unites our love for the island, the beach life and the elegance of a time in the past that continues to inspire us. Our clublike restaurant, in front of the Migjorn beach, offers a…
Il San Pietro Di Positano
The San Pietro di Positano is more than a hotel. It is a journey within a journey, where memories are created and never forgotten. A haven of peace, immersed in nature, this elegant home harmonises old-world traditions of hospitality with contemporary, understated luxury. Escape to this small slice of paradise suspended between the sea and sky. Carved into the cliff overlooking the mediterranean Sea, our rooms are a…
Villa Belvedere Taormina
Hotel Villa Belvedere is a delightful and charming boutique hotel, located at just a few minutes from Taormina’s lively town centre and from the world-famous Greek-Roman Theatre, which are both reachable by walking through the inspiring and panoramic Duca di Cesarò Botanic Gardens. The hotel benefits of wonderful views over the sea, the bay of Naxos and Mount Etna. The hotel has always been…
Cliveden House
Cliveden House is a privately owned 5 Red Star award-winning hotel, and sister to the world-renowned Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa in Hampshire. Our story is one of over 350 years of powerful personalities, iconic parties and scandalous affairs. Built in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House has remained a pinnacle of…
Azulik Tulum
In the heart of the Mayan jungle, a revolutionary project is about to redefine human evolution. A new vision of the future that is guided by ancestral knowledge and creates community is beginning to shape up.The VILLAS of AZULIK Tulum are built in harmony with the Mayan jungle and the Caribbean Sea. With no electric light, A/C, or television, we present nature as our main amenity, setting the perfect mood for a…
Royal Mansour Marrakech
The Royal Mansour can be counted amongst the few establishments in the world that defy hotel excellence. Just a few steps away from the famous Jemaa El Fna square beats the heart of the Marrakesh Palace, offering travellers the unique concept of a medina within a medina.
Each area has been designed to intuitively take guests on a sensory journey. Take a step into the secret and sumptuous history of one of the…
Palazzo Navona Rome
The innovative Palazzo Navona Hotel fully deserved of its role as being amongst one of the most qualified 4 star Hotels within the city “centro”, capable of fulfilling its own lifestyle qualities to satisfy even the most demanding guest. The intimate and charming ambience emits a feeling of almost magic by creating a special atmosphere which pervades this residence surrounded by its historical-art and ancient Roman…
Cocos Hotel Antigua
Perched on a lush green hillside, encircled by miles of heavenly blue sea and sandwiched between two gorgeous white sand beaches is COCOS Hotel, an all inclusive Antigua resort for couples and adults only. This rustic yet romantic and cozy boutique resort is located on the sunset side of the beautiful Caribbean Island of Antigua and comprises of a collection of 35 quaint wooden Cottages positioned on a pictoresque…
Laucala Island Fiji
A private island refuge in the South Pacific, Laucala unites dramatic rainforest-laced landscapes and white sandy beaches with unparalleled levels of luxury and privacy. No expense has been spared at the exclusive tropical hideaway, where 25 Fijian-styled villas are set amid coconut plantations, beside deserted beaches and atop the island’s volcanic mountains, overlooking fertile coral reefs and endless jungle. Style and…
Mnemba Island Lodge
Steeped in culture and history, Zanzibar enticed adventurers, seafarers and traders from far and wide. Known as the spice island, from the centuries old trade of cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon, today the Zanzibar Archipelago is still bathed in the heady scents of spices and traditional dhows still drift across the horizon. A romantic hideaway, Mnemba Island is an exclusive paradise featuring twelve rustically chic beachside…
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris, a 5-star hotel in the centre of Paris, offers you a unique stay in a typically Parisian atmosphere. The building was built in 1907 by the Hennessy family, during the enchanting interlude offered by the Paris of the “Belle Époque”. Reflecting this magical era, our luxury hotel in Paris embodies a certain French art de vivre. La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris enjoys an idyllic setting and immerses you in the…
Piccolo Hotel Portofino
Hotel Piccolo Portofino, surrounded by the typical luxuriant vegetation of the Liguria Riviera, among the crystal clear water of Portofino and the blue sky, is a piece of art of the reception, unique of its kind. A hidden jewel, that has to be searched end discovered. Obtained from a refined period villa, today it is a boutique hotel, and from its generous terraces, a breathtaking view onto this exclusive stretch of coast…
Relais Borgo Santo Pietro
Situated in the heart of Tuscany, Relais Borgo Santo Pietro was once a healing stopover for medieval pilgrims. Today it continues to provide a sanctuary for modern souls, merging a 5 star luxury hotel and spa concept with a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy on a 300-acre estate. A sumptuous feeling of home pervades the 800-year-old luxury farmhouse hotel, with its worn leather armchairs pulled up around open fires, fresh flower…
Il Sereno Como
Il Sereno brings a new era of luxury to the banks of Italy’s iconic Lake Como. Awarded the title of “Most Anticipated New Luxury Hotel Opening in 2016” by Luxury Travel Advisor magazine, Il Sereno’s ethos of understated elegance presents a freshness to this well-established destination. Designed by Patricia Urquiola, Wallpaper* Magazine Designer of The Year 2015, the all-suite hotel promises modern style and an authentic…
Located on the eastern shore of Lake Annecy, the Auberge du Père Bise remains a most unique holiday destination. Its ideal location, in the Talloires Bay in Haute-Savoie, is a perfect setting for a timeless stay.
Serenity, rejuvenation and well-being are on the menu of this fully renovated century-old residence. The Auberge du Père Bise is a 5-star Relais & Châteaux hotel, which has remained a family business throughout the years, with a refined and warm atmosphere.
Our comfortable and spacious rooms all have air-conditioning, and most offer a stunning view over the lake. Noble materials, elegant interior decoration and silky fabrics confer a charming yet very personal atmosphere to every room.
This luxury hotel is located directly on the lake’s shore and boasts a wooded park, a large terrace as well as a private beach, perfect for a blissful relaxing moment and a quick swim. This absolutely unique setting is reserved exclusively for you.
The inn story a family abode
The inn was set up by Marie and Francois called “le Père” Bise in 1903. It initially was a cottage on the lake front where one could enjoy a simple meal, that Marie would lovingly concoct. Success quickly followed and in 1928 their son Marius implemented the first extension works.
The cottage then become a beautiful hotel that welcomed celebrities of the era. His wife, Marguerite, was an amazing chef and created masterpieces that made her part of the French gourmet heritage. In 1951, the Michelin guide awarded her a third star.
Their son François, and his wife Charlyne, took over, with the same emphasis on excellence. Their daughter Sophie was next in line.
The Bise family had always wanted to offer the highest possible quality to their guests, with an outstanding setting and an elegant ambiance. In 2007, the hotel was extensively renovated to bring in modern comforts into the rooms and suites.
In 2017, Magali and Jean Sulpice start a new chapter to carry the beautiful story forward. They put in a lot of renovation efforts to bring even more comfort to the beautiful abode.
They wish to preserve the true essence of a family abode where it is possible to experience extraordinary instants like plain emotion, with a sense of hospitality, sharing and the generosity that makes up the soul of this inn.
The Rooms – comfortable and charming
Each room at l’Auberge have been renovated to offer you the best comfort. Decorated in bright tones, equiped with a high quality bedding, our rooms will assure you a perfect rest.
MASTER SUITE
This large and unique 80sqm suite boasts an immense wooden terrace, fitted with a private Jacuzzi as well as a garden lounging area with a breath-taking view over Lake Annecy. The bedroom is equipped with a sumptuous canopy bed.
You’ll enjoy a large crossing bathroom with a walk-in shower, standing bathtub, double washbasin and separate toilets. This Master Suite can be connected to two standard rooms to create an exclusive space with private access. It includes free access to WiFi.
CHARM ROOMS
These large hotel rooms amply bathed in natural light are located in the garden building: they offer stunning views over Lake Annecy. They have a lounging area equipped with a convertible sofa.
They are fitted with a large bed and a bathroom with bathtub and shower, as well as separate toilets. They have recently been renovated and have air conditioning. They all have free access to WiFi.
The restaurant – a deep-rooted cuisine
Jean Sulpice maintains an intense relationship to the natural elements that surround him. He immerses himself and unwinds in that environment, exploring them by foot or on his bike: he lives at their pace, according to the seasons.
This deep bond harmonises his existence, both as a chef and as a man. And his cuisine is the purest expression of that bond.
In this Savoyard territory that reaches out to the Italian Piedmont, the Alpine terroirs have retained their power of fascination: lakes, pastures, mountains faithfully liven Jean Sulpice’s cuisine.
From them, he draws his inspiration as well as the freedom to craft dishes comprised of frank savours and built around original flavour combinations.
Working with the seasons, careful selection of ingredients from the vicinity, and subtle variations around wild herbs are what define forthright and sincere creations, working as closely as possible to these products’ most natural and sublimated expression.
The gastronomic restaurant – 2 Michelin stars and 18.5/20 in the Gault et Millau guide – provides a warm-hearted setting to Jean Sulpice’s cuisine that perfectly matches the raw, natural environment of the Auberge du Père Bise.
The restaurant’s colours borrow from the lake’s turquoise and cerulean waters; from the main room or the terrace on sunny days, the panoramic view draws the eye from the shores of Talloires Bay to the heights of the Semnoz.
The Bistrot – a family based and traditional cuisine
Jean Sulpice’s cuisine has a rustic, traditional, almost peasant-like dimension. A pub also carries the spirit of a family based cuisine that is dear to him: parents and children gathered around the same table to share a gourmet meal.
At the “1903”, the year when Bise chalet was founded, history and tradition persist in the recipes that are made available: the special Sunday meal is available every day!
A man of seasons – Living, breathing nature
At the age of 40, Jean Sulpice has finally found in the Auberge du Père Bise a venue in perfect harmony with his culinary identity. A profoundly natural setting bathed in a peaceful light from dusk till dawn.
In the forefront, the translucent lake and its ever-changing colours that remind him of his childhood spent in Aix-les-Bains. With Florent Capretti, the inn’s designated fisherman, Jean explores the smallest nooks of the lake trying to better understand and respect this ecosystem.
Because for mankind, nature only has meaning through the relationship we maintain with it. From the lake, the eye wanders up towards the summits above, the grey verticality of rocky cliffs. Both these natural dimensions – liquid and mineral – inspire Jean Sulpice’s pure and flavourful cuisine from one season to the next.
Our activities – tourism and leisure
A stone’s throw from the water
The Auberge du Père Bise’s privileged location grants you direct and exclusive access to the lake. Comfortable deckchairs, readily available towels, and a beverage service will enable you to enjoy relaxing, athletic and refreshing moments.
Right from our pontoon, you can embark on our boat to explore the lake and discover its hidden treasures. A charming aperitif by the lake at sunset can also be setup. Directly nearby the inn, you’ll find the Talloires harbour where you can take part in numerous nautical activities (rent kayaks, water ski).
Cultural sites
From the inn, you’ll have access to many cultural sites that are well worth a visit! In Talloires, the town church dedicated to Saint-Maurice holds several polychromatic wood sculptures from the 18th century.
Just above the village, you’ll find the Saint-Germain Hermitage and its chapel, which was renovated under the impetus of Francis de Sales in 1641, on top of its 11th-century foundations.
In the neighbouring town you’ll be able to visit a landmark very much reminiscent of the Sleeping Beauty castle, the Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard, which overlooks the Talloires Bay.
Finally, also nearby Talloires is located a hotspot of French Resistance, the Glières Plateau. The Department Memorial and Resistance and Deportation Museum are located on the road to Thônes.
On the Plateau, you’ll be able to visit the Resistance National Monument, which was inaugurated on September 2nd, 1973 by André Malraux. Many trekking paths allow you to explore the routes of members of the Resistance.
Towards mountain tops
Towering over the inn is the iconic 2,351m-tall Tournette’s summit and the abrupt faces of the Dents de Lanfon. Multiple trecks of various difficulty levels are available in these two massifs.
There are also numerous climbing routes in the area. Just a few minutes by car from the inn, you can reach the Col de la Forclaz and its magnificent panoramic view over the lake.
Furthermore, it is a famous take-off spot for paragliders who usually lend right at the entrance of Talloires, on the Perroix site. Paragliding initiations are available everyday, depending on the weather conditions.
A little further, thirty kilometres away, you’ll have easy access to the Aravis Range. This is also a starting point to multiple, widely varied treks, including easy walks for inexperienced trekkers.
On your way there, follow the scenic road: set out for Thônes, the town of Reblochon cheese, then climb towards Manigod and the Col de la Croix Fry before reaching the Col des Aravis, where a lot of trails start from.
One of them can be walked by the whole family, including small children, and will take you, in thirty to forty minutes, to an exceptional viewing point, across the Mont Blanc massif.
Unique products – signed Jean Sulpice
The Auberge du Père Bise boutique allows you to anticipate or extend your stay with us. In this genuine delicatessen shop, you’ll find some of chef Jean Suplice’s gourmet creations, his jams and chocolates, as well as a selection of Roellinger spices, and the famous Acetaia Leonardi vinegars.
Magali Sulpice put together, in collaboration with sommelier Lionel Schneider, a careful selection of their favourite Savoyard winemakers. You’ll also find Jean Sulpice’s books and various inn-branded products.
