The Heinz Julen Loft

This is without doubt the most spectacular property in Zermatt, if not the Alps. A huge 240m2 Manhattan style loft set in a wooden chalet in the Swiss Alps; it combines acres of glass, steel, textured concrete and wood in a unique symphony of fusion architecture created by local star designer Heinz Julen. The Loft was Heinz's private home where he hosted many rock-star parties.

Access is a 2 minute walk from the top of the Omnia Hotel lifts, for which you will have a special key. The village end of the lift delivers you to the heart of Zermatt, in the main street close to the church.

The sense of space, light and closeness to nature that the Loft provides (..)

This is without doubt the most spectacular property in Zermatt, if not the Alps. A huge 240m2 Manhattan style loft set in a wooden chalet in the Swiss Alps; it combines acres of glass, steel, textured concrete and wood in a unique symphony of fusion architecture created by local star designer Heinz Julen. The Loft was Heinz's private home where he hosted many rock-star parties.

Access is a 2 minute walk from the top of the Omnia Hotel lifts, for which you will have a special key. The village end of the lift delivers you to the heart of Zermatt, in the main street close to the church.

The sense of space, light and closeness to nature that the Loft provides is unparalleled: there are no barriers between the nature outside and the home space inside - all is fluid and free. On the two sides overlooking the village, the walls consist of floor to ceiling glass, with French windows 6 metres high leading to a large terrace. (There is a white electric exterior curtain that can wrap itself around all that glass if need be). The ceiling is supported by seven columns, while the glass walls have an inset fireplace and three alcoves.

The main loft living area has a suspended and illuminated table which can be raised and lowered from coffee table, to dining table, to ceiling height; the latter creating a large party space. In one corner you can play on a baby grand Steinway piano, while in another you can sink into a large sofa and gaze simultaneously at the stunning view over the village and at the crackling fireplace set into the glass wall. Around you: two desks, jack-in-the-box armchairs, a wall of art, and a signature Heinz Julen chandelier. In fact, all the sought-after furniture in the Loft is designed by Heinz.

Property features

• Wood-fireplace in living room
• Indoor Jacuzzi hot-tub
• TV and DVD in each bedroom
• Unique views of the village
• Sauna

Services Available

Our half-board catered ski chalets offer some of the best comfort and relaxation available in catered ski accommodation and represent excellent value. Our chefs are carefully chosen for their superior cooking ability, but also for their friendly, flexible and approachable nature and their experience in catered ski chalets in Europe.

All our catered ski chalet staff undergo an extensive training programme and have a strong background in the industry. Our catered ski accommodation service includes daily cleaning, midweek bed changes (with other changes available on request), a shopping service to provide you with any items you may require with minimum effort and daily chalet visits by our resort manager and or resort representative to offer assistance and local resort expertise (unless you prefer to be left alone).

Our catered ski chalets all include the following catering services based on a pre-trip menu consultation:

Half-board fine dining:

• Tea in bed (breakfast in bed optional)
• Cooked or continental breakfast
• Afternoon tea and treats
• Champagne & pre-dinner canapés
• 4 course gourmet dinner
• A selection of fine wines
• Open bar included

Distances

Access is a 2 minute walk from the top of the Omnia Hotel lifts, for which you will have a special key. The village end of the lift delivers you to the heart of Zermatt, in the main street close to the church. Its location perched high on a hill gives it spectacular views, yet access to the heart of the village is easy.