Stone and larch wood bed & breakfast in Fontainemore, at the foot of the Mont Mars Nature Reserve, offering an artisanal breakfast, a panoramic garden and views of the Lys Valley mountains.
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B&B Mont Mars occupies an authentic 19th-century Valdostan rural building, constructed from local stone and larch wood with a stone slab roof, situated in the Thea Inferiore hamlet of Fontainemore, at an altitude of 1,200 metres above sea level, in the heart of the Lys Valley. The property is personally managed by host Stefania, who welcomes guests with the same care and attention she would hope for from an ideal holiday.
The rooms feature a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, coffee machine, refrigerator and electric kettle. The Italian breakfast is a carefully curated affair with homemade cakes and pastries, homemade jams and honey, local cheeses and cured meats, yoghurt and cereals, with the option to enjoy freshly milked milk on request.
The property offers a garden with terrace, picnic area, barbecue, outdoor dining area and garden furniture. Nearby, guests will find hiking trails, cross-country ski slopes, mountain bike paths and snowshoe routes, while the renowned resort of Gressoney can be reached in approximately 25 minutes.
B&B Mont Mars offers two types of rooms, both with a private bathroom featuring a shower, hairdryer, WC and linen, for a comfortable stay in an authentic mountain setting.
The Double Room with Extra Bed, at 27 square metres, is designed for families or small groups of up to four people: it features a large double bed and bunk beds, a terrace overlooking the garden and mountains, an independent entrance, coffee machine, electric kettle, refrigerator and microwave oven. The 20-square-metre Double Room is ideal for couples, with a large double bed, mountain view, coffee machine, refrigerator and electric kettle. Both rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, electrical socket near the bed, wardrobe, clothes rack, drying rack, mosquito net and heating, ensuring all the essential comforts for a fully relaxing stay.
Spacious 27 m² room, ideal for families or small groups, with a large double bed and bunk beds accommodating up to four people. It features an independent entrance, a terrace overlooking the garden and mountains, a coffee machine, electric kettle, refrigerator and microwave oven. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, hairdryer, bidet and WC. The room is further complemented by a flat-screen TV, hardwood parquet flooring, a desk, wardrobe, mosquito net and an electrical socket near the bed. Outdoor furniture, an al fresco dining area and board games are also available.
20 m² double room, perfect for couples, located on the ground floor with an independent entrance and mountain views. It accommodates up to two people and features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and hairdryer. The room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, coffee machine, refrigerator, electric kettle, wardrobe, clothes rack, drying rack and mosquito net. The floor is marble or tiled. Outdoor furniture and an al fresco dining area are included so guests can enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings.
B&B Mont Mars offers a range of services designed to make your stay pleasant and worry-free, in a quiet and authentic mountain setting.
The property is entirely non-smoking and provides free WiFi throughout all areas. Free public parking is available on site with no reservation required. Each room has an independent entrance with key access. Among the dining services, the Italian breakfast with artisanal products stands out, with the option of breakfast in the room and menus for special diets available on request. A paid airport shuttle service is also available.
Outdoor spaces include a garden, terrace, al fresco dining area, picnic area, garden furniture and a paid barbecue. For families, cots, safety gates, board games and children’s meals are available. The property also offers walking tours, cycling excursions, local culture tours and access to nearby ski slopes. Sun loungers, parasols, a paid laundry service and the option to prepare packed lunches round out the offering.
B&B Mont Mars is located in the Thea Inferiore hamlet of the municipality of Fontainemore, a small mountain village in the Lys Valley, at approximately 1,200 metres above sea level. The Lys Valley, also known as the Gressoney Valley, stretches towards the high peaks of Monte Rosa and is characterised by an unspoilt Alpine landscape, with larch forests, pastures and crystal-clear mountain streams.
The property stands at the foot of the Mont Mars Nature Reserve, a protected area reaching 2,600 metres in altitude and one of the most popular hiking destinations in the area. The B&B is situated along the route of the Tor des Géants, the famous endurance trail of the Alta Via n°1 of the Aosta Valley. Approximately 3 km away lies the Pian de Coumarial, with cross-country ski slopes and snowshoe routes, while the renowned ski resort of Gressoney can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by car.
At 20 km away stands the majestic Forte di Bard, one of the best-preserved 19th-century fortresses in the Alps, housing the Museum of the Alps and permanent and temporary exhibition spaces. The Pont-Saint-Martin railway station is approximately 16 km away by car, while Turin Airport can be reached in approximately one hour and ten minutes.
Guests particularly appreciate the impeccable cleanliness, rated 9.7, and the comfort of the rooms. The staff receives very positive feedback for their helpfulness and warm hospitality. The value for money is considered satisfactory.
Check-in is available from 15:00 to 22:00. You must inform the property of your arrival time in advance. Upon check-in, a photo ID and a credit card are required.
Yes, an Italian breakfast is included in the stay. The menu features homemade cakes and pastries, homemade jams and honey, yoghurt, cereals, local cheeses and cured meats, fruit juices, tea, herbal infusions and coffee. Freshly milked cow’s milk is available on request. In-room breakfast is also available.
Yes, free public parking is available on site, with no reservation required.
The property is set in an ideal environment for mountain lovers: hiking trails, mountain bike routes, cross-country ski slopes and snowshoe itineraries are all available nearby. The Gressoney ski resort can be reached in approximately 25 minutes. The property is also located along the route of the Tor des Géants.
No, B&B Mont Mars does not allow pets.
Pont-Saint-Martin station is the closest, approximately 16 km away by car (20 minutes). Aosta Airport is approximately 61 km away by car (48 minutes), while Turin Airport can be reached in approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. The property also offers a paid airport shuttle service.
The B&B offers two types of room. The Double Room with Extra Bed (27 m²) accommodates up to 4 people with a large double bed and bunk beds, a terrace and mountain views. The Double Room (20 m²) is ideal for couples, with a large double bed and mountain views. Both rooms feature a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, coffee machine and refrigerator.
