The spacious living quarters were marvellous for our party of eight - we alternated between using the large sitting area and the smaller one near the fire. The kitchen has everything you need for cooking, even for a larger group, including Raclette and Fondue.
The location is perfect - a bus stop around the corner that takes one into Chamonix, and the train station is just a short walk away. There are all amenities in Les Houches, including supermarkets, restaurants (we recommend Les Delices), and a skating rink. Despite being close to the road, it was quiet and peaceful in the chalet.
The bathrooms and bedrooms are on the smaller size, but since the main attraction is the ground floor, and it's very spacious, that didn't bother us. We enjoyed gathering around the open fire in the centre of the chalet, toasting marshmallows and chatting.
The only tiny niggle is the description of the bedrooms - two of the bedrooms are connecting rooms, i.e., one is reached by going through the other, and the bedroom on the stairs is really only suitable for children as it is under the eaves of the roof and has to be almost crawled into (though our 18-yr old son loved it).
The owner Philippe was helpful and responsive to any queries, and checking in and out with his friendly local representative was quick and easy.