The fireplace is worth trying. Having a closed garage is also useful, especially when it snows a lot.

The absence of modern-day basic appliances, such as coffee machine, dishwasher microwave or a even a functional oven. Electricity would just stop every time we turned on the oven. The shower was barely usable, with low pressure and only 2 temperature settings: cold or scalding. Cleaning was very superficial, lighting in the living room was not working. We only got 1 set of keys and had to go back to the agency for a second one the next day. For a 6-guests appartment, this is not enough. Access to and from the slopes via public transport is a nightmare in peak periods, as you risk not being able to board the bus and the walk to the appartment is long and uphill.

Spacious living area, balconies and views of mountains all round spacious bathroom with shelving for toiletries

Small kitchen but still managed well enough to, oven trips electricity. Water leak in bathroom corner

The apartment is small but cozy. The fireplace gives it lots on ambiance. Location is great and you really get a good work out walking up and down the hill to the center. Owner and agent were very engaging and helpful. Parking space was very convenient and was able to store our ski gear there after our day on the snow.

Water heater took some time to warm up. It wasn't until our last day that we realized you could walk up to Base Camp hotel, approx. 5 mins walk up the street where they have a small ski mat which takes you up to a run which will then take you down to the gondola. Much easier than walking down.

The actual place was amazing with two balconies and great views of Matterhorn. The owner needs to be a little more proactive, explain where things are and especially what to do about the electricity which was not working when we got there and went off for no reason during our stay. There is an awesome woodburning stove. Beds not so comfy and we had to carry our own linens to the apt. and make the beds ourselves while wondering when the electricity would come back on. The property manager was completely hands off. Not unpleasant but not really helpful. the owner should just include qr codes on the limited info card for the pace and not make guests request vital infor on WhatsApp.