Winter sports and ski holiday ideas

Choose your ideal ski chalet or apartment in the best ski resorts worldwide

Winter sportsSurrounded by jaw dropping scenery and like-minded holiday makers, winter sport holidays provide some of the most exhilarating short breaks available. If you're looking for accommodation for your next skiing holiday, our ski holiday directory makes it easy for you to find the perfect ski chalet or apartment, whether you'd rather be at the heart of the après ski action or relaxing in a quiet 'ski-in, ski-out' chalet on the mountainside.

Opting for private ski accommodation rather than a hotel for your skiing holiday can enhance the whole experience. The added space and privacy allows you to truly relax after a hard day on the slopes, and with the low cost per head of a private ski chalet you can indulge yourself with affordable luxury. HomeAway Holiday-Rentals lists over 800 properties in ski resorts worldwide to suit every group size and budget, with prices starting from under £100 per person per week. So whether you're looking for a budget bargain in Bulgaria, a large apartment in Val d'Isere or a luxury chalet in Switzerland, we're sure to have the perfect ski accommodation for you for your next skiing or snowboarding holiday.



Top five winter sport holiday destinations

View this property in SwitzerlandSki holidays in Switzerland
The unrivalled scenery and snow sports heritage of Switzerland, make it a favourite destination for European ski holidays. The ski resorts of Switzerland are considered to be among the worlds finest for both cross country skiing and freestyle skiing.

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View this property in AustriaSki holidays in Austria
The diversity of skiing holidays available makes Austria an excellent choice for almost any type of ski trip or skiing break. The home of Alpine skiing beautiful alpine scenery which are suitable for mixed ability groups and family ski holidays.

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View this property in FranceSki holidays in France
France is the premier destination for skiing holidays from the UK. With some of the best ski resorts in the world right on our doorstep, the options for short ski breaks, last minute skiing holidays and skiing weekends are unbeatable.

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View this property in North AmericaSki holidays in North America
Some of the most luxurious ski resorts in the world are found in the mountainous regions of the Canada and the USA. The Canadian resort of Whistler is renowned for having some of the best down hill pistes and après-ski throughout the world.

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View this property in the ItalySki holidays in Italy
Skiing holidays in Italy may not be as famous as their European neighbours, but they have a distinctive charm all of their own. Italian ski resorts have the added benefit of usually having a lower price tag and are perfect for cheap ski holidays.

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Luckily for those of us living in Europe, we have easy access to the original, and arguably the best ski resorts in the world. The vast options for European skiing holidays means that we are spoilt for choice, with the luxurious position of being able to decide half way through the working week to jump on a plane on a Friday for a last minute skiing holiday or skiing weekend, and still be back in time for work on Monday morning.

Taking a skiing holiday is perfect for mixed parties and family holidays as there is so much to do both on and off the slopes. There are a wide range of activities on the pistes, from snowboarding to cross country skiing or free style skiing, but if you don't want to spend your days on the slopes on a family skiing holiday there are plenty of other entertainments in a ski resort to keep everyone happy. When you're not testing your skills on the slopes, you could be pampering yourself in a spa or trying your hand at other winter sports such as ice climbing, tobogganing or even taking a snow shoe hiking trail - the options are endless!


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Chalet Lisa, a pretty chalet in a superb location
France , Rhone-Alpes , Haute-Savoie , Portes du Soleil area , Morzine
Situated in a quiet back street in the old part of Morzine just a short walk from the centre of town. The ski lifts in winter and the swimming pool, tennis courts, ice rink and horse riding centre in summer can all be reached on foot. Chalet Lisa ... [full details of property 6727]

Luxury 12 person Self-Catered /Catered Eco-Chalet Chamonix Valley.View Mt Blanc.
France , Rhone-Alpes , Haute-Savoie , Chamonix - Mont Blanc , Les Houches
2,100 ft2 Feng-Shui luxury ski chalet featured in Marie-Claire magazine. ISRA is in a unique alpine sun spot with South facing panoramic views of Mont Blanc from picture windows & overlooks Les Houches resort slopes. Features: -sauna, top quality... [full details of property 69624]

Apartments in the center of the largest skiing and hiking region in West Tyrol
Austria , Tirol , Serfaus - Fiss - Ladis , Ried im Oberinntal
These 4 stars family apartments for 2 - 6 people is quietly located, sunny and central. The living room faces south and has a large balcony, satellite TV, sauna and playground. The Serfaus-Fiss ski region and the Upper Tyrol are veritable ‘Eldorad... [full details of property 22519]

Romantic vacation house and apartments in Gardenhotel Rosenhof
Austria , Tirol , Kitzbühel area , Kitzbühel
Austria from its most wonderful side: Tyrol, Kitzbuehel. You'll have plenty of space and a unique atmosphere in this splendid hotel with appartements and romantic vacation houses. We offer a first-class service which includes a pick-up service fro... [full details of property 23224]

Summer golf and activity and winter ski Holiday apartments
Austria , Salzburg Land , Salzburg Sports World , Altenmarkt
Situated just south of Salzburg, our house is set in the mountains overlooking the small town of Altenmarkt. We offer both Apartment and Bed and Breakfast accommodation.Winter offers a ski and snowboarding paradise, we are situated only 500m from ... [full details of property 58137]

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