Which chalet to buy in Verbier?
Chalet supply in Verbier is scarce, and every property has its own character: a traditional chalet with its mazot, a renovated chalet combining old timber with modern comfort, a contemporary chalet with spa and indoor pool, or an off-plan chalet for buyers who want to design their own residence.
Location is the first criterion. Médran and Savoleyres appeal to skiers thanks to direct access to the lifts. Les Esserts and the upper parts of the resort offer peace and panoramic views of the Combins. Verbier Village and nearby villages such as Sarreyer or La Tzoumaz offer more secluded chalets, a few minutes from the 4 Vallées ski area and its 400+ km of slopes.
Second home or primary residence: the legal framework
Before buying a chalet in Verbier, you need to know the rules. The Lex Weber caps second homes at 20% of a municipality’s housing stock. As Verbier has reached this threshold, new builds are in principle reserved for primary residences. You can still buy an existing chalet that already holds second-home status on the resale market.
For non-resident foreign buyers, the Lex Koller governs the purchase of a holiday home: a cantonal permit is generally required, with quotas and size limits. Our team helps you check that your project is feasible before you make an offer.
Off-market chalets and tailored property search
Some of Verbier’s finest chalets are sold without public advertising, at the request of owners who value confidentiality. Our off-market properties are only presented to buyers whose project is a genuine match. If your dream chalet is not yet in this selection, give us a search mandate and we will use our local network to find it.