Les Fermes de Marie is one of the most iconic alpine addresses in the French Alps — nine ancient Savoyard farmhouses, each several hundred years old, dismantled from their original mountain locations and reassembled by Jean-Louis and Jocelyne Sibuet into a private hamlet above Megève. The result is an estate where centuries-old timber, hand-hewn stone, and traditional alpine craftsmanship coexist with 5-star hotel services: the Pure Altitude Spa, five restaurants, a dedicated Chalet Manager, and an underground passage connecting the Chalet Privé directly to the hotel's full programme.
Megève itself is one of the most refined mountain villages in Europe — a destination that has attracted the Parisian aristocracy since the 1920s, when the Rothschild family first developed it as an alternative to the Swiss Alps. The village combines Michelin-starred gastronomy, independent haute couture boutiques, and an intimate village atmosphere that larger ski resorts cannot replicate. At its culinary summit sits Flocons de Sel — chef Emmanuel Renaut's three-Michelin-star restaurant, recognised as one of the finest alpine kitchens in France.
The Chalet Privé at Les Fermes de Marie offers complete privacy within the estate — a 400m² standalone residence for up to 10 guests, decorated by Jocelyne Sibuet with the layered warmth that distinguishes the Fermes aesthetic: exposed ancient beams, sofas arranged around a stone fireplace, noble fabrics, period furniture hunted from the region's markets, and a private outdoor terrace facing the Rochebrune Massif. The chalet's underground connection to the hotel means that every 5-star service — breakfast delivery, catering, the spa, the ski shop — is available without stepping outside.
Chalet Privé is a 400m² standalone residence positioned within the Les Fermes de Marie hamlet — a private home within the 5-star estate, constructed from ancient Savoyard farmhouse materials and decorated by Jocelyne Sibuet in the signature Fermes style: centuries-old exposed beams, stone fireplace, warm wool textiles in natural tones, period furniture, and the accumulated layers of alpine craftsmanship that give the chalet its sense of having always been here. The main floor's open living and dining room, which can accommodate 12 guests, looks directly onto the alpine garden and the Rochebrune Massif beyond.
Five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a private jacuzzi and sauna, and a private terrace constitute the chalet's residential facilities. The underground access connecting the Chalet Privé directly to the Les Fermes de Marie hotel means that the Pure Altitude Spa — with its indoor pool, swim band, sauna, steam room, Japanese bath, and indoor and outdoor jacuzzi — is available without leaving the estate. Breakfasts and afternoon snacks are delivered to the chalet. A Chalet Manager coordinates the stay before and throughout, managing concierge bookings, catering deliveries, and all special requests.
The catering programme at Les Fermes de Marie allows in-chalet dining at any level: home-made dishes prepared by the hotel's chefs delivered directly to the chalet in casserole or plated form, a fine delicatessen service with charcuterie, cheeses, Kaviari caviar, and oysters available by order, or a private chef stationed at the chalet for the evening. For those who prefer the hotel's restaurants, five venues — from the traditional Savoy restaurant to the more relaxed Alpin — are available throughout the stay, accessible via the hotel's shuttle to the village.
Flocons de Sel is the undisputed centrepiece of Megève's culinary landscape — chef Emmanuel Renaut's three-Michelin-star restaurant positioned above the village with views of the Mont Blanc massif. The kitchen is grounded in the alpine tradition of Haute-Savoie: ingredients harvested from the surrounding mountains and valleys — wild herbs, mountain cheeses, lake fish, and seasonal game — prepared with a technical precision that has earned the restaurant its position among the finest tables in the French Alps. The Flocons de Sel lunch — included in Richseen's package on the second day — is the most celebrated dining moment of the Megève experience.
Within Les Fermes de Marie's own culinary programme, the traditional restaurant offers classic Savoy dishes in the warmth of the hotel's original farmhouse dining room: raclette, fondue, tartiflette, and the wider canon of alpine French cooking, prepared with produce sourced from the hotel's own farm connections and the Megève market. The Carnotzet des Fermes provides a more informal setting for regional wine and mountain food. The private alpine cooking workshop on the third morning — included in Richseen's package — takes guests to a local farm for ingredient gathering before returning to the hotel's kitchen for a hands-on session with one of the hotel's chefs.
In-chalet dining is available throughout the stay through the hotel's catering service: the chef prepares dishes in the hotel kitchen and delivers them to the chalet for guests to serve at their own pace, or a private chef can be arranged to cook at the chalet's kitchen for a fully private dinner. The farewell dinner on the fourth evening — at one of the hotel's restaurants, or on the chalet's own terrace depending on the season — draws together the stay's culinary experiences: Savoy wine from the hotel cellar, dishes from the week's cooking workshop, and the alpine evening that Megève does better than any other mountain village in Europe.
Days are shaped by mountain rhythm, combining outdoor experiences with warm chalet living.
Winter conditions enhance outdoor activities, while reservations for Michelin dining should be secured in advance.
This experience is ideal for travelers seeking a refined alpine retreat that combines privacy, gastronomy, and authentic heritage. It stands apart through its restored farmhouse architecture and direct access to one of France's most respected Michelin dining experiences. Rather than a standard ski destination, it offers a more intimate and culturally grounded mountain escape.
An alpine retreat defined by heritage architecture and natural surroundings.
Private chalets provide space, privacy, and immersion in the mountain environment.
Dining experiences are elevated through proximity to Michelin-starred gastronomy.
All components are fully flexible — this is a curated starting point, refined with your Richseen specialist prior to confirmation.