Top 5: Ski Chalets

Snow is just the beginning.

True winter wonder begins when the villa is yours, the fire is crackling, the chef knows your après-ski order by heart, and the only footprints in the powder are yours to make. We pride ourselves on not just finding luxury ski properties - we curate alpine experiences where delight hides in every turn, trail, and toast.

Here are five exclusive-use ski villas that redefine what a winter escape can be - offering not just five-star service, but moments of wonder designed entirely around you.

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CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO | Eleven Scarp Ridge Lodge 

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Backcountry soul meets Colorado swagger.

Once an historic miner’s lodge, Scarp Ridge is now a private alpine playground in the heart of Crested Butte. Think oxygen-enriched rooms, an indoor saltwater pool, rooftop hot tub, and endless backcountry terrain - all yours to conquer.

Mornings begin with fresh pastries and heli-ski briefings. Afternoons are for virgin powder runs in private terrain accessed by snowcat or helicopter. Evenings? Elk tenderloin, crafted cocktails, and stories shared beside the stone fireplace.

Why it stirs wonder:

• Private guides and direct access to 1,000+ acres of untouched powder
• Kids’ loft, cinema room, and après-ski bar (yes, with a brass tap)
• Full staff, curated adventures, and zero crowds - ever

Scarp Ridge is for families, friends, and powder hounds who want the wild without sacrificing warmth.

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GSTAAD, SWITZERLAND | Ultima

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A decadent snow-globe dream, designed for those who love their Alps gilded.

Gstaad whispers luxury, and Ultima turns up the volume - quietly, of course. Three ultra-private chalets, a 1,000-square-metre spa, and interiors dripping in marble, velvet, and Baccarat crystal create a winter hideaway that’s equal parts wonderland and wellness retreat.

You’ll ski the same slopes as royalty, then return to a hammam ritual, or tasting dinner prepared by your private chef.

Why it dazzles:

• Private cinema, cigar lounge, and 24-hour butler service
• In-villa med spa with on-call practitioners and signature treatments
• A seamless balance of high fashion, high altitude, and high-touch care

Ultima Gstaad is where glamour gets cozy—and exclusivity comes with its own scent.

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VERBIER, SWITZERLAND | Cabane Tortin 

Off-grid enchantment above the clouds.

Rustic only in appearance, Cabane Tortin is a high-altitude marvel accessible only by ski or snowshoe. Once a shepherd’s hut, now a private, design-forward mountain cabin, it’s perfect for those who seek solitude with a stylish twist.

By day, carve fresh tracks on untouched terrain. By night, light candles, soak in the outdoor tub, and dine on fondue while the stars burn bright above the peaks. It’s the kind of quiet you didn’t know your soul needed.

Why it inspires:

• Exclusive, remote alpine setting with uninterrupted views
• Chef-prepared meals using local ingredients delivered by snowmobile
• Wood-fired sauna, hot tub, and cozy-chic interior with vintage accents

Cabane Tortin is for romantics, writers, and dreamers with a love of the extreme.

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VAL D’ISÈRE, FRANCE | Airelles 

VAL D’ISÈRE, FRANCE | Airelles’ Chalet SchussA private Alpine haven wrapped in Airelles grandeur.

Tucked discreetly within the prestigious Airelles Val d’Isère collection, Chalet Schuss offers all the splendour of the resort - with the intimacy of your own mountainside home. Just steps from the piste, this exclusive-use chalet combines Savoyard charm with modern indulgence: timber beams, roaring fireplaces, plush velvet armchairs, and expansive views of the Bellevarde slope.

After a day on the legendary Espace Killy, return to Schuss for an in-house massage, a candlelit dinner prepared by your private chef, and a nightcap beside the flickering fire. Every detail is orchestrated - from spa treatments to torchlit ski descents.

Why it sparks wonder:

• Private chef, spa, butler, and ski-in/ski-out access
• Full access to Airelles’ Guerlain spa and children’s kingdom
• Thoughtful touches like in-chalet raclette, vintage wine pairings, and curated ski excursions

This is winter storytelling at its most sumptuous.

BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA | CMH Valemount 

Heli-ski heaven in the wild Canadian backcountry.

This isn’t a ski villa - it’s a heli-lodge you take over entirely, complete with your own chopper, guide team, chef, and lodge staff. Set in the majestic Cariboo Mountains, CMH Valemount delivers 31,000 vertical metres of untouched powder over five days - and a warm whisky waiting fireside when you return.

From snowshoeing and spa sessions to 12-run powder days, every element is tailored to your group - because you're the only ones there.

Why it astounds:

• Private heli-ski program with custom terrain planning
• Rustic-chic lodge with outdoor hot tub, games room, and roaring hearth
• Personal photographer to capture your epic descents

Valemount is not a holiday - it’s a bragging right.

Final Note: Where Wonder Waits in the Snow

A great ski trip is about snow.

A Cartology Travel ski experience is about the stories that rise from it: untouched trails, champagne toasts at altitude, fireside memories that last well past spring.

We don’t just send you to the slopes - we build tailored winter worlds where privacy, possibility, and wonder meet.

Ready to ski your own story?