SKI PROPERTY BUYING TIPS

1The normal advice when buying assets is ‘buy low, sell high’. With ski property, think ‘buy high, sell higher’. The more altitude the property has, the more likely it is to maintain its value in years to come.

2Accessibility is a key factor, both for you and potential rental occupants. Being within an hour of a reasonable-sized airport is considered a priority for those wishing to maximise rentals.

3If you would like regular income to help with the bills, you might need to look at resorts with summer activity options and infrastructure.

4According to Savills, the three factors that those renting ski resort properties value most are broadband internet, proximity to shops and an allocated parking space.

5To elongate your ability to ski in and out of season, consider proximity to a glacier. France’s most popular glacier is Grande Motte — home to the Tignes resort.