Can I bring my family?

Yes, the Cabanes du Salève in Haute-Savoie welcome families for an unusual stay in the heart of nature. Some of the cabins can sleep up to 4 people, so you can enjoy a night or weekend in the Alps with your children in a calm and relaxing setting. For families or small groups, the kota can also accommodate up to 6 people for the night, and offers a fully-equipped, convivial space. There are a number of on-site nature activities to make the most of an unusual family holiday, including hiking in the Salève, wildlife observation, electric mountain bike hire and fun activities such as archery and axe throwing. The proximity of the towns and villages of the Genevan area and Lake Geneva complete the family experience in these cabins.

Is it accessible in winter?

Yes, the cabins are accessible all year round, including in winter. Despite the snow, the Haute-Savoie road leading to the accommodation remains open and passable with the obligatory equipment on your vehicle. So you can enjoy a stay in a hut in any season near Geneva and Chamonix. In winter, spending an unusual night in a hut in the heart of nature offers a particularly warm atmosphere. The cabins are heated and equipped with a wood-burning stove, to ensure a comfortable stay even when temperatures are cooler.

Do you have to walk to get to the hut?

Once you’ve parked your car in the free Les Cabanes du Salève car park, you can walk a short distance to reach the cabins located in the heart of the Salève nature reserve in Haute-Savoie. Depending on the type of accommodation you choose, you’ll reach the tree or log cabins via a wooden or stone staircase. The walk is short and accessible, so you can make the most of your unusual stay in the Alps.

Is there an internet connection?

At the Cabanes du Salève, the experience is first and foremost a stay in the heart of nature, where you can disconnect and get back to basics. The mobile network varies depending on the location of the cabins. The accommodation does, however, offer a Wi-Fi connection on the estate. But Internet access is not the central element of the stay: the aim is to enjoy an unusual night or weekend in a tree house surrounded by nature.

Can I come by public transport?

It is possible to get close to the Cabanes du Salève by public transport, but the final stretch requires a journey by car, taxi or on foot along the hiking trails. With the nearby train stations, you can then take buses to get closer to the cabins. From Geneva station, take TPG line 80 and from Annemasse station, take TAC line 4 to Saint-Julien-en-Genevois station. Then take the TPG M line to the “Collonges-sous-Salève, Bourg d’en Haut” stop. You can then complete the journey by taxi, car pool, on foot or by bike, to reach the accommodation in the middle of the Salève forest. You can then enjoy an unusual night or a unique weekend on site, in the heart of the Alps.

What to take with you

For your stay in a cabin in Haute-Savoie, most of the equipment you need is provided on site. The Cabanes du Salève provide bed linen, towels and heating, so you can enjoy an unusual night in the Alps in the best possible conditions. However, you are advised to bring certain items to make your stay more comfortable: clothes suited to the season, shoes for nature walks, and an extra blanket or throw if you want to make the most of the terrace or the view of the Genevois and Jura mountains. Thanks to the equipment already present in the cabins, you can travel light and concentrate on the essentials: enjoying your unusual stay in the heart of nature in Haute-Savoie.

Staying in a cabin in Haute-Savoie

an unusual night in the Salève forest

Stay in a cabin in the heart of the Salève forest in Haute-Savoie

Sleep in a tree house in Haute-Savoie, in the heart of the Salève forest. A unique nature experience, with views of Mont Blanc and unusual nights in the trees.

Why not spend an unusual night in a tree house in Haute-Savoie? Nestling in the middle of the forest, the Cabanes du Salève invite you to enjoy a stay in the heart of nature, with an exceptional view of the Geneva basin and the Jura mountains. For a weekend or several nights, rent a comfortable cabin for a relaxing getaway in the forest. Between relaxation, alpine panoramas and immersion in nature, these unusual cabins offer a unique experience just a few kilometres from Geneva and Chamonix.

A perched cabin

in the heart of nature at the foot of the Salève

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In the heart of the Salève forests, enjoy a relaxing break in a mountain hut in Haute-Savoie. This emblematic mountain of the Alps, situated between the Rhône valley and the neighbouring peaks, offers an exceptional panoramic view of Mont Blanc and a complete change of scenery in the heart of nature. Les Cabanes du Salève benefits from this privileged location, close to major towns such as Chamonix, Annecy and Geneva, while remaining in an unspoilt natural environment. It’s the ideal place to spend an unusual night in a tree house surrounded by forest.

An unusual experience

for a night or a weekend

Spending a night in a tree house in Haute-Savoie is an unusual experience in the heart of nature. Perched in the trees or below the Salève, these wooden cabins offer a peaceful night’s sleep in natural Alpine surroundings. During this weekend, leave the pace of everyday life behind and enjoy a moment of total disconnection. Here, everything invites you to slow down: the calm of the forest, the smell of the wood, the birdsong and the feeling of being immersed in nature. From the terrace of the cabins, enjoy the view of the Geneva basin, the Jura and the neighbouring peaks. For a romantic break or a rejuvenating getaway near Geneva, Annecy or Chamonix, these cabins, whether perched in the trees or nestled in the heart of the forest, promise a unique experience between mountains, forest and well-being.

What's included

in the cabin

For an unusual stay in a tree house in Haute-Savoie, the Cabanes du Salève offer several types of comfortable accommodation in the heart of the Alpine countryside. Perched in the trees or set up in logs at the foot of the Salève, these cabins offer a night or weekend away from it all, with exceptional views.

A tree house for an unusual night out

A treehouse perched around 6 metres high welcomes 2 people. Accessed by a wooden staircase, this tree house has a double bed to enjoy the view, a private hot tub on the terrace, a kitchenette, electric heating to complement the wood-burning stove, and dry toilets on the terrace. Full bathroom facilities with shower and WC are also available nearby for added comfort.

Log cabins for a stay with family or friends

Log cabins sleep up to 4 people and offer every comfort for a stay in Haute-Savoie. They have a double bed, sofa bed, fitted kitchen, bathroom with shower and WC and reversible heating. Some cabins also offer a private spa or jacuzzi, access to which is included in the price. Other cabins have access to a shared jacuzzi as an optional extra, so you can enjoy a moment of relaxation to the full.

A convivial kota for group holidays

A modular kota can accommodate up to 6 people overnight and 30 people for events such as birthdays, anniversaries or unusual seminars in Haute-Savoie. This accommodation has a double bed on the mezzanine, 4 single beds, a kitchen bar and a bathroom with WC.

Well-being and nature options

To make your unusual stay in Haute-Savoie even more memorable, a number of options are available: massage, electric mountain bike hire, axe throwing or access to the sauna for 1 hour for 2 people. Everything is set up to leave you feeling rested and rejuvenated.

Services included for a comfortable stay

All the Cabanes du Salève are non-smoking, heated and equipped with a wood-burning stove, so you can enjoy a pleasant stay whatever the season. Cabin rental also includes: breakfast, bed linen, towels and a cleaning service. To complete the experience, you can order a packed lunch delivered directly to the cabin.

Practical information

and booking

To organise your stay in a cabin in Haute-Savoie, the Cabanes du Salève are open all year round, including winter. The route is accessible whatever the season, so you can enjoy an unusual night in the Alps in the heart of nature.

Cabins can be rented for a minimum of one night, with sliding-scale rates for longer stays: a 12% discount for stays of 2 nights or more, and a 25% discount for stays of 5 nights or more. Prices vary according to the period chosen (week or weekend), the season and school holiday periods. Free unsupervised parking is available for easy access to the cabins. For greater flexibility, a cancellation option is available at the time of booking, allowing you to cancel your stay up to 48 hours before arrival at no extra charge (10% of the basic rate). You can also bring your dog with you for a supplement of €10.

For details of prices and availability, or to book your night in a cabin in Haute-Savoie, go directly to the dedicated page.

Les cabanes du Salève

Things to do around

the hut nature and panorama

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Staying in a cabin in Haute-Savoie means you can enjoy both nature and the proximity of towns. During your weekend at Les Cabanes du Salève, in the heart of this mountain, discover the many activities available nearby. From hikes to panoramic views and activities in the heart of nature, the surrounding area is the ideal setting for your unusual break in the Alps. In the Monts du Genevois, the Salève footpaths are popular with both novice and experienced hikers. Numerous routes cross the mountain’s forests and alpine pastures to reach spectacular views of Lake Geneva, the city of Geneva, the Rhône valley and even Mont Blanc when the sky is clear. Hire an electric mountain bike directly from the cabins and explore the Salève by bike. The more curious will be able to observe the local flora and fauna that inhabit this emblematic mountain of the Genevan region. The location of the Salève and the cabins makes it easy to reach the surrounding towns and villages by car, such as Archamps, Collonges-sous-Salève, Neydens or Saint-Julien-en-Genevois, so you can continue your discovery of the Haute-Savoie Alps.

On-site, the Cabanes du Salève also offer original activities such as axe throwing and archery. A fun way to spend time with family and friends in the heart of nature.

Frequently asked questions

Can I bring my family?
Yes, the Cabanes du Salève in Haute-Savoie welcome families for an unusual stay in the heart of nature. Some of the cabins can sleep up to 4 people, so you can enjoy a night or weekend in the Alps with your children in a calm and relaxing setting. For families or small groups, the kota can also accommodate up to 6 people for the night, and offers a fully-equipped, convivial space.
There are a number of on-site nature activities to make the most of an unusual family holiday, including hiking in the Salève, wildlife observation, electric mountain bike hire and fun activities such as archery and axe throwing. The proximity of the towns and villages of the Genevan area and Lake Geneva complete the family experience in these cabins.
Is it accessible in winter?
Yes, the cabins are accessible all year round, including in winter. Despite the snow, the Haute-Savoie road leading to the accommodation remains open and passable with the obligatory equipment on your vehicle. So you can enjoy a stay in a hut in any season near Geneva and Chamonix.
In winter, spending an unusual night in a hut in the heart of nature offers a particularly warm atmosphere. The cabins are heated and equipped with a wood-burning stove, to ensure a comfortable stay even when temperatures are cooler.
Do you have to walk to get to the hut?
Once you’ve parked your car in the free Les Cabanes du Salève car park, you can walk a short distance to reach the cabins located in the heart of the Salève nature reserve in Haute-Savoie.
Depending on the type of accommodation you choose, you’ll reach the tree or log cabins via a wooden or stone staircase. The walk is short and accessible, so you can make the most of your unusual stay in the Alps.
Is there an internet connection?
At the Cabanes du Salève, the experience is first and foremost a stay in the heart of nature, where you can disconnect and get back to basics. The mobile network varies depending on the location of the cabins. The accommodation does, however, offer a Wi-Fi connection on the estate. But Internet access is not the central element of the stay: the aim is to enjoy an unusual night or weekend in a tree house surrounded by nature.
Can I come by public transport?
It is possible to get close to the Cabanes du Salève by public transport, but the final stretch requires a journey by car, taxi or on foot along the hiking trails. With the nearby train stations, you can then take buses to get closer to the cabins.
From Geneva station, take TPG line 80 and from Annemasse station, take TAC line 4 to Saint-Julien-en-Genevois station. Then take the TPG M line to the “Collonges-sous-Salève, Bourg d’en Haut” stop. You can then complete the journey by taxi, car pool, on foot or by bike, to reach the accommodation in the middle of the Salève forest. You can then enjoy an unusual night or a unique weekend on site, in the heart of the Alps.
What to take with you
For your stay in a cabin in Haute-Savoie, most of the equipment you need is provided on site. The Cabanes du Salève provide bed linen, towels and heating, so you can enjoy an unusual night in the Alps in the best possible conditions. However, you are advised to bring certain items to make your stay more comfortable: clothes suited to the season, shoes for nature walks, and an extra blanket or throw if you want to make the most of the terrace or the view of the Genevois and Jura mountains. Thanks to the equipment already present in the cabins, you can travel light and concentrate on the essentials: enjoying your unusual stay in the heart of nature in Haute-Savoie.

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