Temperatures are cooling, hot cider is a-brewing, and powder season is right around the corner. It’s time to dig out the salopettes and prepare for this year’s winter sports escape. Choosing a self-catered chalet on the edge of town allows for greater nature immersion and accommodates groups with mixed interests. These ski-in/ski-out Airbnbs in North America and Europe come with mountain views and luxury amenities that you’ll all après-ciate after a day on the pistes.
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Ski-in/ski-out spa chalet near Levi – Kittilä, Finland
See more photosIn addition to being the largest winter sports resort in Finland, Levi has runs suitable for beginners and offers cross-country skiing and snowmobile rental. As such,
this winter wonderland chalet is one of the best ski Airbnbs for mixed groups and families. The rental has tons of gear storage plus a small surcharge means you get to defrost in the wood-fired hot tub and Finish sauna.
Seven guests, four bedrooms
Price: $313 per night
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Retro A-frame cabin – Huntsville, Ontario, Canada
See more photosThis skier’s Airbnb is located
right next to the Muskoka Ski Club (formerly Hidden Valley). Snowshoes are provided for free and there’s ample space to store your boards, skis, and boots. The two-story chalet was built in the 1970s but has undergone thoughtful renovation to provide a four-season woodland retreat. Spend evenings tinkering with the telescope and keep your eyes peeled for passing deer.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $220 per night
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Tiny home with big views – Lac-Beauport, Québec, Canada
See more photosThis minimalist rental for couples and small families immerses you in Canada’s boreal forest with views over Laurentian Park. Snow-white and creamy interiors are interrupted only by the glow of the fireplaces. Visit in winter for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and fat biking out the backdoor while evenings can be spent on the terrace nursing hot chocolate as the sun sets.
Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $290 per night
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Slopeside cottage near Les Estables – Borée, Rhône-Alpes, France
See more photosThis storybook Airbnb in the French Alps
clings to the southern slope of Mont Mézenc. Sitting at an altitude of 4,429 feet, the air is fresh and the mountain landscapes are astounding from all angles. The host provides copious firewood to ensure you stay warm and dry as the snow falls thick and heavy. Stockpile the cheese and wine; if you’re lucky, you might get snowed in for the season.
Three guests, one bedroom
Price: $64 per night
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Black Forest Airbnb near winter sports – Schonach im Schwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
See more photosThis brand-new vacation apartment gives you a mix of downhill and cross-country pistes, tobogganing, sledding, and snowshoeing. The modern interiors have a subtle alpine theme and come with all the amenities you’d possibly need for a winter getaway in the mountains. There’s even a starter supply of spices and oils plus the option to purchase premium wines from the cooler.
Three guests, one bedroom
Price: $162 per night
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Upscale chalet in the Alps – Schwarzenberg, Vorarlberg, Austria
See more photosThis Airbnb in the Austrian Alps is a short drive from the Bödele, Mellau, and Damüls ski centers. It’s an
“upside down” design with the bathrooms on the first floor and the living quarters and kitchens on the second floor to capitalize on the scenery. Picture windows have awesome views over the valleys with an assortment of seating where you can wind down between activities.
Eight guests, three bedrooms
Price: $287 per night
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Luxurious ski Airbnb in the Rockies – Big Sky, Montana, United States
See more photosThis custom-built chalet near Big Sky Resort has ski-out privileges and mountain views galore. It sits on its own lot on the outskirts of town with a private hot tub and a ping pong table for everyone’s après needs. The interiors are top-notch, complete with a chef’s kitchen and a breakfast bar angled at Lone Peak. Elevate your stay by renting the host’s snow buggy.
Eight guests, three bedrooms
Price: $599 per night
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Alpine Airbnb in an idyllic valley – Orsières, Valais, Switzerland
See more photosThis designer chalet on the Swiss-French border floats above the teeny mountain hamlet of Biolley. It’s 10 minutes from the pistes of Champex-Lac where you can sign up for hiking with St. Bernard dogs and only 20-30 minutes from the La Fouly and Verbier ski resorts. Spare yourself the hassle of cooking and ask about having a locally sourced breakfast delivered to the terrace.
Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $188 per night
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Birdbox in the sky – Gaular, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway
See more photosRoost amid the purest Norwegian nature at this unique Airbnb near Langeland Ski Center.
The rental includes the main cabin where you’ll wake up to vistas of Lillehesten and Storehesten mountains plus a loo with a view. It’s a 15-minute hike up to Birdbox but that’s counteracted by the downhill ski-out. The friendly hosts will provide tapas and breakfast upon request to reduce the load.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $324 per night
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Snow igloo under the aurora – Pelkosenniemi, Finland
See more photosFreeze the day and book
this ice dome in Lapland before it melts. The hosts build these igloos every winter on their family-owned ranch where you might catch a sighting of the Northern Lights dancing overhead. They also offer an array of activities including snow surfing and snowshoeing. It’s minus degrees inside but your trusty long johns and the thermal bedding will keep you feeling toasty from head to toe.
Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $159 per night
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