Chalet Picchio, Livigno

From the outside, Chalet Picchio looks like a quaint, typical Italian mountain home. Inside, purple is the word. From the walls to the sofa, to the headboards, there’s a pretty distinct colour theme at work. That’s not to say that you won’t find some authentic alpine details – some antique wooden furniture and patterned curtains make for some nice, traditional touches.

When it comes to food, you’ve got a nice little set up in the apartment for making meals when you’re back each evening. With a hob and a microwave, you can absolutely put together some tasty meals. With a supermarket less than 5 minutes away, nipping out for supplies is easy too.

Of course, if you’d prefer to hang up your apron while you’re away, you can always let someone else do the cooking. Within ten minutes’ strolling distance you’ll find a selection of bars and restaurants – ideal for stopping in on your way back from the slopes.