Richard Branson’s new property, ‘The Lodge’ in Verbier which debuted last season, is already largely booked up for next winter.
At the time of compilation this story the available weeks were: December 13th, March, 2nd, 15th, or 29th and again April 12th and 19th. Bookings are now being taken for 2009-10 although prices have not yet been confirmed.
Rates start from £42,300 based on seven nights’ exclusive hire of The Lodge for 18 guests. This exclusive rate includes breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner over six days prepared by private chef Gerwin Brand whose speciality is local produce.
A light lunch is served at The Lodge in winter for those guests not eating on the mountain. All drinks including alcoholic drinks and house Champagne are inclusive as is 4-hour driver services within Verbier and “really nice staff.”
The Lodge features nine stunning rooms and suites and a special bunkroom accommodating up to six children. The luxurious property comes complete with indoor pool, Jacuzzis, large steam room, gym and Virgin Touch treatment room, promising its guests sublime levels of indulgence and pampering.
For guests just wanting to unwind, the games room offers a state of the art 50” plasma and open fireplace – endless DVDs, CDs and Nintendo Wii. The property also has its own mini ice rink.
The Lodge has its own Spa therapist who spends time with guests and advises the most beneficial treatments for the individual.
The Lodge re-opened last winter following a £3.7 million refurbishment and holidays there are sold through the Virgin Limited Edition brand.
www.virgin.com/limitededition
