As the first snowflakes fall and winter chill sets in at the coolest destinations around the world, ski enthusiasts are mapping out their perfect winter escapes. While ski lodges are a great option for travel, some travelers may prefer a private and quieter experience at a vacation home, offering proximity to both the slopes and the quaint villages and towns dotting the mountains. HomeExchange Collection, the luxury division of the global home swap platform, HomeExchange, provides an exclusive opportunity to swap homes with fellow travelers in prime skiing hotspots. With over 5,000 homes available across 85+ countries, skiers can enjoy a luxurious and exclusive experience at top ski destinations around the world. Read on for our recommendations on the best ski getaways and home exchanges this fall and winter season.
Innsbruck, Austria: 
This luxury villa near Innsbruck is surrounded by snowy mountain peaks and sunshine almost year round. The modern interior boasts four bedrooms, floor to ceiling windows, spacious living and dining areas, and contemporary design elements. The multi-level layout invites larger groups and friends to enjoy a ski getaway for an extended stay, all within 10 minutes of Innsbruck proper. –
Destination: Innsbruck is an adventurer’s paradise. The biggest ski town in Austria, this Baroque town is home to 13 separate ski spots, including a glacier, all 20 minutes from the resort town. November starts the height of ski season, and no matter where travelers choose their lodgings, the ski lifts conveniently transport travelers to the highest peaks within minutes.
Telluride, Colorado, USA:
A trip to Telluride is not complete without a stay in a mountain lodge or condo. This luxury condo just three minutes from the chairlifts offers a cozy abode for groups up to five. The recently-renovated modern interiors, a private pool, and hottub invite skiers to relax after exhilarating days hitting the slopes. The fresh wood accents and sun-facing windows offer plenty of bright light, making any guest feel at the center of a winter wonderland.
Destination: Surrounded by Colorado’s most rugged peaks, Telluride is a magical oasis unlike any other nestled at the end of a canyon. A true mountain village best known for skiing and outdoor recreational activities, this town invites skiers from all over the world to indulge in the laid back atmosphere and powdery slopes. With over 300 inches of snow annually and over 2,000 skiable acres, visitors will find a plethora of routes and terrain for all levels.
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France:
This newly built mountain chalet merges traditional Chamonix charm with modern amenities. Sleeping up to five, the chalet offers everything a skier needs for a comfortable retreat like a fully-equipped kitchen, terrace, and log-cabin accents. Stepping outside onto the 
terrace, guests are surrounded by the ski slopes of the Chamonix Valley and views of Mont Blanc, with ski lifts to the world-renowned slopes minutes away .
Destination: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is consistently rated as one of the best ski destinations in the world. Home to the highest mountains in Europe and the longest off-piste run in the world, experienced skiers will find a thrill no matter the slope they choose. After skiing and snowboarding, visitors will revel in the après-ski culture by grabbing drinks and dinner at the buzzy ski-town restaurants and bars.
Whistler, British Columbia:
Lodging in a panoramic mountain chalet is one of the best ways to experience Whistler’s ski season. This warm and spacious five bedroom chalet offers a wrap-around porch with views of the mountains and glaciers and Douglas fir post and beam construction with vaulted ceilings and heated flooring. Skiers can store their gear in the heated garage and storage space after a day in the snow, and warm-up on chilly winter nights with the two-sided fireplace and multiple jacuzzi tubs.
Destination: Adventure seekers will find nearly endless terrain for world-class skiing and snowboarding in Whistler. With over 200 marked runs and almost six months of snow cover, Whistler is crowned as the largest ski resort in North America. Nestled in a valley deep in the Coast Mountain Range of British Columbia, Whistler offers panoramic snow-capped mountain views, pristine lakes, sparkling waterfalls, and an unparalleled ski lodge scene.
