Besso
Next door to A.I.R. in a secluded ski-in ski-out hideaway, is this traditional mountain villa also known as a Besso 別荘.
Disclaimer: It is important to note that the house is an old traditional villa in a secluded location. The accommodation is a short (50-meter) walk up the ski run from A.I.R.
The house will be hosted by A.I.R., meaning pick-ups and drop-offs from the station are included, and the A.I.R. team will provide concierge service.
We look forward to sharing Besso with you.
Book now for the 25/26 season
About Besso
The villa was originally built by an affluent ceramic art appraiser from Tokyo. Found in a state of disrepair, we are meticulously restoring it to its original and authentic condition.
Traditional architectural elements include exposed hashira beams 柱, Kuri horse chestnut floor boards 栗材, a traditional irori hearth 囲炉裏, tatami washitsu 和室 attached to a spacious engawa sitting room 縁側 which looks over the mountain and ski run.
In addition to the restoration, to achieve modern luxury, comfort and sustainability requirements, various additional solutions have been installed. Instead of replacing the old with the new, these additions have been designed to work in conjunction and discreetly with the original structure and materials. This includes the highest grade double glazing windows on top of the heritage float glass sliding windows and doors and a heat-pump water/heating system.