Residenza Castanea 210 San Bernardino Alpine Apartments, San Bernardino, Switzerland

Ski down, then relax on your own balcony in the quiet heart of the Alps at this family-friendly stay for 4 in San Bernardino.

The living room opens onto that balcony, with a wardrobe for storage and a smart TV for evenings in, kept warm throughout by underfloor heating. The open kitchen is fully equipped with a coffee machine, dishwasher, electric kettle, oven, fridge and induction hob, making it easy to put together a meal after a day outdoors. A security safe adds peace of mind, while ski storage, a ski boot heater, and near-ski-lift access make gearing up each morning effortless, and private parking and a laptop-friendly workspace round things out.

San Bernardino itself has an easy, unhurried charm — quieter and more affordable than its bigger Alpine neighbours, with a distinctly Italian warmth to its village life, and gentle slopes that make it a favourite for families and first-time skiers alike.

Sleeping

Bedroom 1: A double bed with a wardrobe.
Bedroom 2: Two single beds with a wardrobe, well suited to friends or children sharing.
Living Room: A balcony and wardrobe.

Bathroom

Bathroom 1: A shower and WC.
Bathroom 2: A second well-appointed bathroom, also with a shower and WC.

Additional

Pets Allowed • Balcony • Car Recommended • Central Heating • Underfloor Heating • Paid Public Parking • Security Safe • Hair Dryer • Free Wi-Fi • Ski Storage • Skiboot Heater • Close to Skiing • Near Ski Lift • Near Ski Shuttle Bus • Outside Table-Chairs • Laptop-Friendly Workplace • Ski In/Ski Out • Private Washing Machine • Private Washer-Dryer • Private Outside Dining

Location

San Bernardino is a small, walkable alpine village at the southern gateway to the San Bernardino Pass, with everything genuinely close at hand. Ski lifts at Pian Cales are just moments from the door, with ski school and rental just around the corner, ideal for beginners and families gearing up for the slopes.

For dining, Hotel Brocco & Posta and the local trattorias are a 5-minute walk, while a well-stocked village shop, free public parking and an EV charging station are also just 5 minutes away on foot. Lago d\'Isola, perfect for a lakeside stroll, is 5 minutes away too, and the San Bernardino Sports Arena and lakeside sports centre are within a 10-minute walk for tennis, swimming or other activities. For those wanting to explore further afield, the Bosch dal Büfi trail offers a scenic hike past waterfalls through the surrounding forest.

Milan Malpensa Airport is a 1-hour, 50-minute drive from the apartment.