MILLÉSIME

3 customer reviews

US $590

Lower Hirafu – Chalet
3 Bedrooms

Millésime is one of the most avant garde and out there chalets in Niseko.

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Description

A one of a kind chalet that’s fit for a rock star, Millésime pushes the boundaries of chalet development in Niseko. With a super-contemporary staggered block form as viewed from the outside, the interior is a modern-retro furnished spectacle. Millésime – for those like us who needed translation – is the French word for vintage. Read on to find out the reason for the name…

Sleeps: 6 guests (6 max)
Size: 174m² (floorplan)
Built: 2016

Millésime
Overview

Standalone chalet
Mt Yotei views
Family friendly

Edgy modern exterior
Designer vintage decor
Walk to restaurants / bars

On free village shuttle route
Guest winter shuttle
Welcome centre transfers

Millésime is so named for its meticulously curated and individually selected Timothy Oulton furniture, artwork and fittings. Oulton was born into an antique family business, and when he took over the reins he repositioned it to reproduce antique-inspired furniture using traditional hand craftsmanship – albeit design to fit in with modern architecture and needs.

This chalet isn’t like anything else in Niseko. Almost all of the chalets and condominiums built in Niseko over the past 10 years are furnished with largely modern furniture and décor. Millésime will appeal to people who are inspired by design and architecture that pushes the boundaries and dares to create something out of the ordinary. The style here is rock star cool with a vintage twist, all framed by stunning views of Mt Yotei looming in the distance.

The top building block of the three is the living and dining space – built high and oriented to take in the view of picturesque Mt Yotei through a huge picture frame window almost the entire size of the south facing wall. There is also a powder room on this floor alongside a staircase spiralling down to the lower levels. Two bedrooms occupy the middle floor, both with en suite bathrooms. The third bedroom is in the concrete ground floor block, also with en suite bathroom.

Millésime
Features

SAFETY / HYGIENE
  • Standalone property
  • Self-catering property
  • Private entrance
  • Alcohol hand sanitiser
  • Personal face masks
  • Body thermometer
  • Smoke detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • In-house laundry
  • Professional cleaning service
COMFORT / CONVENIENCE
  • Central heating
  • Balcony
  • Ski storage
  • Drying room
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
INTERNET / ENTERTAINMENT
  • High-speed WiFi
  • Apple TV
  • Netflix
KITCHEN / DINING
  • Full kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee maker
  • Coffee / tea / milk / sugar on arrival
  • Rice cooker
  • Cutlery / plates
  • Cooking utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishwashing liquid
  • Dishwasher detergent
  • Highchair (see “Extras” below)
BEDROOMS
  • Western bedding
  • En suites x 3
  • Linen
  • Closets
  • Cot (see “Extras” below)
BATHROOMS
  • Rain shower
  • Bath tub
  • Japanese washlet toilet
  • Towels
  • Shower products
  • Hair dryer

Millésime
Rooms

BEDROOM 1

The master bedroom is on the middle floor, featuring a king bed, en suite bathroom with feature bathtub, ample closet space and views of Mt Yotei framed by the forests of Lower Hirafu.

2 guests
1 king
En suite with bath

BEDROOM 2

The second bedroom is also housed on the first floor, neighbouring the master bedroom. The room has a king bed which can also be split into two single beds, according to your preference. It features en suite toilet and shower, individual closet space and a private access terrace balcony.

2 guests
1 king or 2 singles
En suite with shower

BEDROOM 3

The third bedroom is located on the ground floor, close to the entrance with an added level of privacy. This room has a king bed which can be set up as two single beds if needed along with closet space and en suite with shower, toilet and washstand.

2 guests
1 king or 2 singles
En suite with shower

Millésime
Location

SETTING / ATMOSPHERE

Millésime is located in a charming little valley just alongside the Hirafu Lower Village, about 500m from the Ace Family Lift. Its secluded setting means it enjoys a pristine natural atmosphere with babbling creek nearby, while enjoying all the amenity and convenience of being in the village. Just a short walk up an undercover flight of stairs takes you to the ring road circling Hirafu, from where you can catch the free village shuttle bus to the lifts or any restaurant or shop in the village.

LIFTS / TRANSPORT

The free local village shuttle stop is 1 minute’s uphill walk from Millésime. If you want to beat the rush, a 500 metre or a 15-minute walk from the property will get you to the closest lift, the Family Quad. Alternatively, hiring a rental car is made convenient with a covered car port. Another option for getting around if you’re not confident in driving in snow, just give the property management a call, to arrange a shuttle to and from the ski lifts once a day.

RESTAURANTS / BARS

There are a dozen or more bars and restaurants within an easy walk, including a rustic little izakaya called Ebisutei, and the world-famous Fridge Door bar – where you have to crouch down to pass through the 1 metre high bar fridge door to get inside! So Japanese and so illustrative of the quirky Niseko attraction. Jump on the shuttle bus which runs until last lifts at 9pm and you can access any other restaurant in the village – Hirafu is your oyster!

Need to Know

EXTRAS

  • Extra futon / bedding: ¥5,000 pp/night
  • Baby cot / highchair set: ¥5,000/stay
  • Special discount: 10% off for 10+ nights

STAY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum nights:
    Peak: 5 (Dec 21-Jan 5 / Jan 25-Feb 1)
    Powder: 4 (Dec 14-20 / Jan 6-24)
    Shoulder: 3 (Feb 2-29)
    Low: 2 (up to Dec 13 / from Mar 1)
  • Check-in time: 4pm
  • Check-out time: 10am

PAYMENT DETAILS

  • We offer the best rates online
  • Rates include government tax and services (some other websites add this at the end)
  • Rates quoted in Yen (JPY)
  • 20% deposit due at booking
  • 80% balance due 60 days before arrival
  • Pay by credit card / PayPal / bank transfer
  • See our full terms and conditions

Please note all information provided is representative and subject to change. If there are features or services that are imperative to your stay, please contact us before booking.

5.00
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  1. Avatar for Pia

    Pia

    Wow – what a cool and unique chalet! The chalet looks so edgy on the outside and it definitely has a decor to match. The top-floor living room has huge windows framed by union jack curtains, with a plush leather lounge paired with a huge chandelier. Besides the cool design, Millesime has all the mod cons you could ask for, including a well-sized ski room, laundry room and Apple TV.

  2. Avatar for Sara

    Sara

    I love the style of the living room. The floor-to-ceiling glass is really stunning, the furniture funky, and we both agreed that the lounge was the most comfortable one in Hirafu. We have stayed at many properties now and this soft leather corner lounge is perfect. The kitchen is great and has everything one needs. Lovely cutlery, glasses, non-stick pans and accessories. We both love the design, the views and the build quality. As a passive house the temperature is perfect in every room and it’s so very, very quiet.
    Highly recommend the property! I would stay again and will be telling everyone about this hidden gem.

  3. Avatar for Nigel Venning

    Nigel Venning

    A great visit to Millesime, which is an excellent chalet. Well appointed and equipped. Convenient for the buses and the Lower/Middle Hirafu village, restaurants and shops.
    We were well looked after by Powderlife also …
    Throughly recommend Powderlife and Chalet Millessime for future Niseko visits.

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