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Villars-sur-Ollon concierge service: premium rental management and Airbnb concierge service
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"We live in London and our chalet in Villars was only used a few weeks a year. Séjours Alpin has filled it with international school families and Lake Geneva weekenders — the communication with guests in English is impeccable, and we find the house in perfect condition at every exeat."
Olivia R.
Owner of a chalet in Villars-sur-Ollon
Rating: 4.9/5
Rental management in Villars-sur-Ollon: one of our chalets
Characterful family chalet under full management — rated ★ 4.9/5 on Airbnb.
Rental chalet in Villars-sur-Ollon, managed from A to Z by our concierge service.
Your potential income
Annual income potential
Depending on the category and location of your property in Villars-sur-Ollon:
Standard properties
Entry level
Studios and compact one-bedroom apartments, far from the village centre or the ski lifts.
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Mid-range
Family apartments with 2 to 3 bedrooms, close to the centre of Villars, Chesières or the BVB train.
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High end
Detached chalets and prestige properties — high-end finishes, garden, fireplace and views of the Dents du Midi.
Estimate this profileThese ranges vary depending on floor area, number of bedrooms, views of the Dents du Midi and proximity to the centre, the schools and the ski lifts.
Why Villars
Why choose our Villars-sur-Ollon concierge service for high-end rental management?
International schools and four-season tourism: a twin-engine market
Villars-sur-Ollon is a twin-engine rental market, unique in the Vaud Alps: alongside four-season family tourism (Villars-Gryon-Diablerets skiing, 18-hole golf, hiking towards Bretaye) comes the highly solvent clientele of the international schools — Aiglon College in Chesières, Collège Beau Soleil, Les Elfes and Préfleuri. Pupils' parents return six to eight times a year, for every exeat and every school event, and book weeks in advance. Our Villars-sur-Ollon concierge service is built around this calendar: optimised listings distributed on Airbnb, Booking.com and VRBO, professional family-friendly photos, and dynamic pricing calibrated to the exeats, international school holidays and ski weekends.
1.5 hours from Geneva: weekends all year round, well-drilled logistics
The resort also enjoys rare accessibility: 1.5 hours from Geneva and Lausanne, served by the BVB train from Bex, Villars captures weekend visitors from the Lake Geneva region all year round — short, repeat stays that demand perfectly drilled cleaning, linen and check-in logistics across the village centre, Chesières, Arveyes and Gryon. That is exactly what our Airbnb management in Villars takes care of, with the bilingual French-English communication that is indispensable for the international schools clientele, just as we do for the neighbouring premium clientele of Gstaad-Rougemont, reachable via the Col du Pillon.
Lex Weber, tourist tax: compliance handled for you
Finally, renting in Villars involves a regulatory framework specific to the commune of Ollon: more than half of the homes there are second homes, which places the commune under the Lex Weber regime, and the municipal tourist tax must be collected, declared and remitted for every overnight stay. Our rental management builds these obligations into the day-to-day running of your property: you receive your income, we handle compliance, declarations and the relationship with guests, with a dedicated contact who knows the Villars property market neighbourhood by neighbourhood.
Villars-sur-Ollon in figures
Altitude
1,250 m – 3,000 m
Ski area
112 km
Clientele
International families
Winter season
Dec. – Apr.
Length of stays
5 – 7 nights
Our services
Our concierge services
Full property management (professional photos, optimised listings, multi-channel distribution)
Dynamic pricing based on season, demand and events
Multilingual communication and a personalised welcome with flexible check-in/check-out
Cleaning and maintenance carried out by trusted local partners
Detailed reporting: occupancy, income, reviews and areas for improvement
Villars-sur-Ollon: the elegance of the Vaud Alps
Villars is known for its Belle Époque architecture and timeless charm. The grand historic hotels, characterful chalets and upmarket residences create a unique atmosphere. In winter, Villars offers 125 km of pistes linked to Glacier 3000. In summer, the resort offers verdant alpine pastures, a renowned golf course and numerous wellness activities. Located just 1.5 hours from Geneva and Lausanne.
Beyond skiing, Villars offers a wide range of activities: Glacier 3000 accessible from neighbouring Les Diablerets, the 18-hole Vieux Chalet golf course, the aquatic centre, panoramic hikes to the Col de Bretaye and Lac des Chavonnes, mountain biking and paragliding. The presence of prestigious international schools (Aiglon College, ENSR) attracts an international family clientele all year round, strengthening the resort's appeal well beyond the classic tourist seasons.
Why invest in short-term rental in Villars-sur-Ollon
Villars-sur-Ollon is a four-season destination: skiing and snowboarding in winter, golf, hiking and mountain biking in summer, wellness and gastronomy all year round.
Unlike long-term letting, short-term rental generates significantly higher income while preserving the flexibility to use your property whenever you wish. In Villars, a well-managed property let seasonally can earn two to three times more than a standard annual lease, thanks to the international schools clientele and four-season family tourism.
The short-term rental market in Villars benefits from a loyal international clientele linked to the schools. Pupils' families visit their children regularly, creating unique off-season demand. This clientele is complemented by British, Swiss and French families drawn by the family atmosphere and the Villars-Gryon-Diablerets ski area.
Photograph of one of the properties we manage in Villars-sur-Ollon
Our strengths
The strengths of our concierge service
Personalised welcome and flexible check-in
We adapt arrival and departure times to your guests' needs, whether families or groups of friends.
High-end linen and cleaning
Specialist local partners guarantee impeccable cleanliness and premium-quality bedding.
Proactive maintenance 24/7
Rapid intervention in the event of a technical problem or unexpected issue during the stay.
Local recommendations and experiences
We guide your guests to the resort's best pistes, restaurants and activities.
Investing in Villars
Investing in short-term rental in Villars: what you need to know
01Why entrust management to a concierge service?
Managing a short-term rental in Villars requires an understanding of a unique local market. The presence of international schools creates off-season demand peaks (parents' weekends, international school holidays) that require adapted pricing. The international clientele — British, Middle Eastern, Asian — expects flawless multilingual service. A professional concierge service masters these specifics and frees the owner from all operational burden.
02What type of property rents best in Villars?
Family chalets with 3 to 4 bedrooms, a garden and views of the Dents du Midi achieve the best occupancy rates. Apartments with 2 to 3 bedrooms close to the centre or the TPC railway are also in strong demand. A renovated property with a fireplace, a large fitted kitchen and outdoor space is particularly prized by families. Proximity to the village centre, the golf course and the ski lifts remains the main criterion.
03Example: a 3-bedroom chalet near the centre
A 3-bedroom chalet located a 5-minute walk from the centre of Villars, with a garden and mountain views, can generate between 25,000 and 45,000 CHF in annual income. In the winter high season (December to April), the average rate ranges from 200 to 350 CHF per night. In summer, thanks to outdoor activities and visits from pupils' families, occupancy remains good with rates of 150 to 250 CHF per night. With professional management, this type of property regularly achieves 140 to 170 rented nights per year.
Regulations
Regulations, Lex Weber and tourist tax in Villars-sur-Ollon
Lex Weber and second homes
The commune of Ollon, to which Villars belongs, has around 54% second homes — well above the 20% cap set by the Lex Weber. In practical terms, the construction of new "conventional" second homes has been frozen there since 2013: properties with grandfathered rights (built or authorised before 2013) can be rented out freely on a short-term basis, while more recent homes may be subject to a tourist-use designation requiring regular letting. Before any purchase or letting, we verify the exact status of the property in the land register and with the commune — this is included in our free audit.
Tourist tax: CHF 3.80 per adult per night
The tourist tax of the commune of Ollon is 3.80 CHF per adult per night, and 1.90 CHF for children aged 6 to 15. It is collected from guests, then declared and remitted to the commune. It is one of the most time-consuming administrative burdens for self-managing owners: our concierge service automates collection, declaration and remittance — you have nothing to do, and you stay compliant.
Registration and compliance
The canton of Vaud requires short-term rental hosts to register with their commune and keep a register of their guests. Furthermore, in Vaud communes facing a housing shortage, letting a home that is not your main residence for more than 90 days a year may require a change-of-use permit. We verify the exact situation of your property in Villars, handle the municipal formalities and alert you if the regulations change.
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Villars centre / Grand Hôtel district
the resort's commercial heart, a few steps from the Roc d'Orsay gondola and the BVB train up to Bretaye. Maximum occupancy all year round, ideal for 1- to 2-bedroom apartments aimed at Lake Geneva weekenders and families on ski holidays.
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How our concierge service works
Our process begins with a free assessment of your property to estimate its rental potential. We then create an optimised listing with professional photos and a detailed description, distributed across all the major rental platforms. Our dynamic pricing system automatically adjusts rates according to demand and local events, maximising your income.
We handle complete booking management, including multilingual communication with guests, guest screening and secure payments. In Villars, this includes managing bookings tied to the international schools: minimum-night policies aligned with the exeats, native-English communication with pupils' parents and coordination of arrivals across the centre, Chesières, Arveyes and Gryon. After each departure, professional cleaning is carried out and technical work is done where necessary. Our 24/7 guest support provides permanent assistance for travellers and handles the unexpected. You receive detailed monthly reports covering income, occupancy rate, tourist tax remitted and guest reviews.
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Frequently asked questions
What returns can I expect in Villars?
Depending on the type of property and its location, annual rental income in Villars ranges between 10,000 and 60,000 CHF. The international clientele (private schools, British and Belgian families) ensures steady demand in winter and summer alike.
Why choose a concierge service in Villars-sur-Ollon?
Villars-Gryon attracts a premium international clientele (private schools Aiglon, Beau Soleil, Les Elfes and others) and a classic Swiss clientele (Lausanne, Geneva). Our concierge service manages both segments: short family weekend rentals and mid-term stays tied to school calendars. Native EN/FR communication is essential for this clientele.
What makes Villars attractive for short-term rental?
Villars combines a family-friendly ski area linked to Les Diablerets, a rich summer offering (golf, hiking, mountain biking) and the presence of renowned international schools that attract families all year round. The resort also enjoys excellent accessibility from Geneva and Lausanne.
Is short-term rental permitted in Villars?
Yes, short-term rental is permitted in the canton of Vaud, subject to compliance with municipal regulations. The commune of Ollon far exceeds the 20% cap on second homes set by the Lex Weber: the construction of new second homes is frozen there, but this does not prevent the letting of an existing property. We assist you with all the necessary administrative procedures.
How much does a concierge service cost in Villars-sur-Ollon?
Our commission is 25% of the net amount, after platform fees, transactions and cleaning. No fixed fees, no lock-in. For properties let to parents of international school pupils (school-week blocks), we adapt the pricing without changing the commission.
What are the short-term rental rates in Villars-sur-Ollon?
Studio: 100-210 CHF per night. 1- to 2-bedroom apartment: 180-430 CHF. Family chalet: 500-2,000 CHF. During school exeat weekends (several times a year, 4-5 nights), rates can reach +80-120% for premium properties close to the schools (Chesières, Arveyes).
How does the tourist tax work in Villars-sur-Ollon?
The tourist tax of the commune of Ollon is 3.80 CHF per adult per night, and 1.90 CHF for children aged 6 to 15. It is collected from guests, then declared and remitted to the commune. Our concierge service automates collection, declaration and remittance for the properties we manage.
What is the best period to rent out in Villars-sur-Ollon?
The winter ski season (December to mid-April) + all the exeat periods of the international schools (October, December, February, April, June). These exeats generate rate spikes of 60-120% over 3-5 nights, every time. Summer is decent (Diablerets hiking, biking) with 50-60% occupancy, supported by the international schools' summer camps, and autumn attracts hikers. October and late May are the weakest.
What type of property works best in Villars?
Family chalets with 3 to 4 bedrooms and apartments with Alpine views are the most sought after. The international clientele prioritises comfort, space and proximity to the pistes and the schools.
How do you target the international schools clientele in Villars-sur-Ollon?
Parents of pupils at Aiglon, Beau Soleil and Les Elfes represent a recurring premium segment (6-8 visits per year per family). We work through the schools' parent channels (groups, newsletters), publish in native English with family-friendly photos, and apply a minimum-night policy aligned with the exeats (3 nights). This segment can generate 30-50% of the annual turnover of a well-positioned property.
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