Top Cabins for Your Next Ski Getaway

Ski season is kicking off, and whether you’re looking to stay on the mountain or retreat to the wilderness between runs, there’s a cabin to fit the bill. From haute accommodations at Jackson Hole and Breckenridge to bargain finds in California, Utah, and Vermont, here are seven options for your next snowy getaway.

1. Alpenglow Cabin – Twin Lakes, Colorado

Aspen has some of the best skiing in the world, but Colorado is synonymous with its slopes, offering plenty of options for beginners and experts alike. Across Independence Pass in Twin Lakes, less than an hour from Copper Mountain and Ski Cooper – and only a bit further to Breckenridge, Keystone, Vail, and Monarch – Alpenglow Cabin is a beautifully styled retreat, featuring new appliances, wide-plank wood floors, soaring ceilings, and mountain views from every angle. $322 per night.

2. Ponderosa at Snow Bear Chalets – Whitefish, Montana

Debating between a slopeside situation and a more elevated escape? The Ponderosa is known as one of the world’s first ski-in, ski-out luxury tree houses, strategically located directly on the hill at Whitefish Mountain Resort, merely 30 seconds away from the lift. While the location is a significant draw, it also boasts upscale features like a private hot tub, gourmet kitchen, and wraparound deck, alongside unique elements such as a tiny round room at the top of the turret, providing a bird’s-eye view of the skiers below. $699 per night.

3. Modern Mountain A-frame – Carnelian Bay, California

With ample opportunities for hiking, fishing, biking, and beach-going, California’s Lake Tahoe can be a great summertime escape, however, it’s perhaps even better in the winter months. This recently updated four-person cabin in North Tahoe is fairly secluded, removed from the bustle of Tahoe City yet ideally positioned between Northstar and Squaw, in a neighborhood that efficiently handles the plowing in the event of a storm – really, the best of both worlds. $234 per night.

4. Granite Ridge Cabin – Jackson, Wyoming

Located in Jackson Hole’s Teton Village, just a short walk from the slopes, and in close proximity to Snow King Mountain – not to mention Grand Teton National Park, less than a mile away, and the town of Jackson, a mere 20-minute drive – Wyoming’s four-bedroom Granite Ridge cabin is at the heart of it all. Its rustic-luxe decor features exposed wood beams, antler light fixtures, and local art, alongside a deck with a hot tub overlooking the stunning Tetons. $580 per night.

5. The Nellie – Silver Fork, Utah

At 572 sq ft, the Nellie may not have the biggest footprint, but it’s ideally suited for singles or small groups – assuming no one objects to close quarters. The lone bedroom accommodates six people, featuring two individual twin beds and two sets of bunks. The cabin’s shared spaces compensate for the lack of privacy, providing a warm atmosphere with board games, vintage decor, and a wood-burning stove in the living room, complemented by a s’mores-ready fire pit in the backyard. Additionally, this location offers ski-in, ski-out access to the chairlift at Solitude, just a 12-minute walk or five-minute skate-ski away, and it is four miles to Brighton for those seeking a change of scenery. $202 per night.

6. Clifton Lodge – Breckenridge, Colorado

When traveling with a group where budget is not a constraint, consider a luxurious experience. The 3,500 sq ft log home, Clifton Lodge, accommodates up to 10 guests and is located right on Breckenridge’s Peak 8, providing ski-in/ski-out access to the resort’s longest trail, the three-and-a-half-mile 4 O’Clock Run. Off the slopes, this luxurious property has everything you need, including expansive mountain views, an updated kitchen, and a south-facing deck complete with a hot tub. $1409 per night.

7. Four-Season Mountain Retreat – Starksboro, Vermont

For winter fun in the Northeast, Vermont offers wonderful options, and this two-bedroom cabin in Starksboro serves as an excellent home base for exploring the Green Mountains. Less than 10 minutes from Mad River Glen and half an hour from Sugarbush, this 2,100-sq-ft property features classic cabin-style decor – wood paneling from floor to ceiling, homey quilts on the beds, and hunting trophies on the walls. Furthermore, it offers overstuffed leather sofas and a game room complete with a pool table, foosball, air hockey, and darts. $206 per night.