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"How Do I Get Introduced To The Off Market Properties For Sale?”

Portfolio of Properties Sold in
Val d'Isère and Tignes

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Tessera Swallow Founder

Clients often ask me: 
“How do I get to see the properties first?” 
and 
“That chalet was sold?

I didn’t even know it was for sale.” 

The truth is, most of the best homes never hit the open market. They’re sold quietly through trusted networks, or secured off-plan before a single photo is published. 

Because I work closely with developers in Val d’Isère and Tignes, I often see new build opportunities long before they’re released.

 

More than that, I know what’s in the pipeline, so when plans do become available, my clients are ready to move quickly and confidently. 

If you’re not in the right conversations, with the right guidance, you’re not in the running. And by the time something appears online, it’s usually too late.

 

You’re not just looking for a property, you’re looking for something that fits: 

  • A family base to spend more time in the Alps 

  • A smart investment others haven’t spotted 

  • A stylish alpine escape to enjoy with friends 

But without the right connections, you’ll only ever see what’s left, not what’s possible. 

That’s why the process matters just as much

as the property.  And why who you work

with makes all the difference. 

Trusted by Clients Who Value Discretion,

Simplicity and Results 

I’ve quietly helped clients buy and sell over €100 million in Alpine property, mostly off-market, often by referral, always with discretion. 

 

My average deal size is over €5 million. But what matters most is that clients stay with me. They come back to renovate, resell, or simply say hi on the slopes.

 

"Really good advice from Tess on the sale of our ski-apartment in Val d’Isere. Valuation was higher than from other agents and we achieved the full asking price"

Roger, 2022

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THE PROBLEM
THE PROBLEM
What you need
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"The glacier in Tignes is also open for skiing in October, so homeowners are able to enjoy their second homes more throughout the year." The Times

For Buyers and Sellers,
Who Want More Than Listings 

You’re not here to scroll websites. You’re here for results that feel effortless, and a process that respects your time, your lifestyle, and your standards. ​

You want: 

  • A property that fits you, not just what’s online 

  • A guide who listens, filters, and delivers 

  • Long-term support that doesn’t disappear once the deal is done 

 

And if it involves a few extra ski trips

to look at chalets?

Even better!

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The Real Problem Isn’t the Property,
It’s the Process 

Even the most committed buyers get stuck. Why? 

  • The best properties never make it online 

  • Agents push what’s on their books, not what suits you 

  • The French system can feel opaque: notaires, taxes, timelines, planning rules 

  • You’re not sure who to trust, and don’t have time to figure it out 

Whether you’re buying or selling, the process often feels harder than it should. 

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"..The reliability of the snow is one of the first questions clients ask... Val d’Isère and Tignes are undoubtedly two of the best French resorts for snow conditions." The Times

Here’s What Actually Works
and Why So Few Do It 

What you need is simple, but rare: 

  • A trusted local who listens first, then searches 

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  • Insider access to properties that never go public 

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  • Advance visibility of upcoming new builds and developments 

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  • Objective guidance to help you compare options with clarity 

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  • Someone who manages everything: from notaires to architects to après-ski 

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  • Advice on tax, ownership structures, and planning, without the jargon 

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  • A seamless deal, where you’re always informed but never chasing updates 

That’s the difference. You get clarity,

access, and ease, while you focus on skiing,

biking, or spending time with family. 

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Here’s How I Work,
So You Don’t Have To 

You won’t find listings on my website, and that’s deliberate. I work differently.

  • It starts with a conversation: No assumptions. I take the time to understand your vision

  • I source discreetly: Most opportunities are off-market. I find them through people, not portals

  • I manage every detail: From enquiry to closing, notaires, banks, architects, even the pool guy

  • I stay with you: Long after the deal, whether it’s renovation, rental, or your next move

 

This isn’t just a transaction. It’s a relationship.

Choose wisely who you work with. 

Real Stories, Real Results 

 

Why trust changes everything:

One of my clients bought a luxury chalet in Val d’Isère that had been on the open market for years. The property was exceptional, but the seller was highly particular, and deal after deal fell apart. Other agents gave up. So did other buyers. 

 

I approached it differently. I took the time to understand the seller, built trust, and navigated the concerns on both sides, smoothing out a process that had frustrated everyone else. 

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The buyer said it best: 


“You had the local knowledge, there is no language barrier,

I felt we could trust each other, so it was a very straightforward decision.” 
Watch the full story on my website or search

“Tessera Val d’Isère Chalet” on YouTube. 

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  • From stuck to ski-in: One client searched for months with no luck. Within six months of working together, he secured his dream chalet and renovated it using my network of architects and tradespeople. 

  • The landmark deal: I quietly brokered the iconic Eagle’s Nest, now Val d’Isère’s most famous chalet, and an award-winning design landmark. The Design Awards

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  • A life reimagined: Clients who planned to visit twice a year now spend whole seasons here, working remotely, skiing often, and discovering that summer in the Alps is even better than they imagined. 

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THE PROBLEM
HOW I WORK

Let’s Talk, Or Ski 

Thinking of buying or selling in Val d’Isère or Tignes?

 

Let’s have a quick, confidential call or WhatsApp.

Just a relaxed conversation to understand what you’re looking for, and whether I’m the right person to help you find it.

Or better yet, let’s ski together and talk on the mountain. Because just like the best ski lines, the best properties are off-piste and you need a local to guide you there. 

 

Skiing still comes first. 

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« “Twenty years ago, when I came to the Alps as a ski instructor, I looked for a high-altitude resort because it would mean more work for me,” says Tessera Swallow.....“Now that I sell property, the reliability of the snow is one of the first questions clients ask... Val d’Isère and Tignes were undoubtedly two of the best French resorts at the start of January for snow conditions.” »
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