Description
From the slope straight home
In the morning, step out of the residence and reach the Arnouva ski lifts after 200 metres. In the evening, take the small ski path straight back to the front door. This fully furnished studio in the quiet Vermala district of Crans-Montana makes every ski day easy. And when you are not there yourself, it earns income as a holiday rental.
- Ski-in, ski-out – a small ski path leads from the slope directly to the residence
- Only 200 m to the Arnouva ski lifts – no car, no searching for parking
- Fully renovated in 2021 – no renovation work expected in the coming years
- Fully furnished, inventory included in the price – use it yourself or rent it out right away
- Already rented as a holiday apartment – around CHF 16'000 income per year
- Ski room with your own locker at the exit – wet ski boots stay downstairs
- Quiet location with forest views – yet the centre of Montana is about 7 minutes on foot
- Existing mortgage can be taken over – making financing easier
For investors, the studio is already working: rented short-term as a holiday apartment, it generates around CHF 16'000 per year – almost CHF 1'330 per month on just 20 m². At a price of CHF 252'000, this corresponds to a gross yield of around 6.3%. Thanks to the 2021 renovation, no major investments are expected. The residence's renovation fund is healthy, and service charges are around CHF 2'000 per year.
The residence is located in the quiet Vermala district. Via the escalator next to the lifts, you reach the centre of Montana on foot in about 7 minutes. There you will find shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, bars, ski rental, the casino, the lake and the ice rink. The bus stops directly in front of the residence, and a covered car park is being built near the lift station.
Key facts
- Type: studio, 1.5 rooms
- Living area: approx. 20 m²
- Floor: 4th floor with lift
- Year built: 1970, renovated 2021
- Glazing: double glazing, wooden frames
- Floors: solid wood parquet and tiles
- Heating: central heating, radiators
- Orientation: north
- Furnished: fully, 2021 inventory included in the price
- Also: cellar, ski room with assigned locker
- Service charges: approx. CHF 2'000 per year
- Rental income: approx. CHF 16'000 per year
- Mortgage transferable
- Price: CHF 252'000
Ski-in, ski-out studios with existing rental income in this price range rarely come onto the market in Crans-Montana. Contact me for a viewing or the full documentation.
Daniel | Real estate broker Valais & Vaud
Situation
The apartment is located in the heart of the Crans-Montana ski area, one of the most famous resorts in Valais, at an elevation of about 1,500 m. The ski lifts are just a 3–4-minute walk away—ideal for a hassle-free day of skiing without a long walk or driving. Restaurants and shops are a 10–12-minute walk away, and the bus stop right in front of the house provides convenient access to the rest of the village and the mountain railways.
Crans-Montana isn’t just attractive in winter: In summer, the numerous hiking trails and mountain bike routes around the village invite you to enjoy outdoor activities, and there are also golf courses and lakes in the surrounding area. The location is therefore suitable both for vacationers and as a year-round retreat, as well as for investors who wish to benefit from year-round demand.
Municipality
The municipality of Crans-Montana was formed in 2017 through the merger of Chermignon, Mollens, Montana, and Randogne and now has a population of approximately 10,500.
It spans 6,000 hectares from the Rhône Valley to the high mountains—and is one of the best-known vacation destinations in the French-speaking part of Valais, characterized by alpine tourism, an international clientele, and a correspondingly well-developed infrastructure.
Access
Crans-Montana is easily accessible via the A9 highway to Sierre and from there via the mountain road. Alternatively, the Sierre–Montana–Crans funicular—at 4,192 meters, the longest above-ground funicular in Europe—takes you directly to the center in about 15 minutes. The Sierre train station is directly connected to Basel, Bern, Geneva, Lausanne, and Zurich, and the airports in Geneva and Sion are within easy driving distance.
Shops/stores
In Crans-Montana itself, you’ll find everything you need for daily life within walking distance: Migros, Coop, Denner, and Aldi, as well as a pharmacy, are all located in the town center. In addition, there are around 250 boutiques and specialty shops that define the town’s character—from everyday shopping to browsing international brands, everything is right on your doorstep.
Public transport
Within Crans-Montana, the free SMC shuttle bus runs every 15–20 minutes (7:05 a.m.–7:37 p.m.) and connects the town center, residential neighborhoods, and mountain railways. Regionally, the town can also be reached from the Sierre train station by PostBus in about 35 minutes. So even if you don’t have your own car, you can still get around easily.
Leisure time
Crans-Montana offers a wide range of recreational activities for every season: in winter, skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing right on your doorstep; in summer, golf, mountain biking, hiking, and trail running. In addition, five swimming lakes, tennis, horseback riding, wellness facilities, and the casino are available year-round—along with a lively restaurant and nightlife scene. In short: there’s something for every season and every taste.
Conveniences
Neighbourhood
- City centre
- Mountains
- Residential area
- Shops/Stores
- Shopping street
- Bank
- Post office
- Restaurant(s)
- Pharmacy
- Bus station
- Bus stop
- Child-friendly
- Playground
- Nursery
- Preschool
- Primary school
- Public swimming pool
- Horse riding area
- Sports centre
- Near a golf course
- Tennis centre
- Ski piste
- Ski resort
- Indoor swimming pool
- Ski lift
- Cross-country ski trail
- Hiking trails
- Bike trail
- Soccer pitch
- Ice rink
- Theatre
- Concert hall
- Religious monuments
- Hospital / Clinic
- Medical home
- Doctor
Outside conveniences
- Garden
- Quiet
- Greenery
Inside conveniences
- Wheelchair-friendly
- Lift/elevator
- Open kitchen
- Cellar
- Ski storage
- Furnished
- Built-in closet
- Double glazing
- Bright/sunny
- With character
Equipment
- Fitted kitchen
- Induction cooker
- Oven
- Microwave
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Laundry
- Shower
- Optic fiber
- Internet connection
- Internet 1Gbit/s
Floor
- Tiles
- Parquet floor
Orientation
- North
Exposure
- Good
View
- Nice view
- Fields
- Forest
- Mountains
- Alps