8 of the Coziest Winter Cabins on Airbnb, as Rated by Guests

While escaping to the tropics has its allure when temperatures dip at home, there's something equally enchanting about embracing the chill and planning a winter getaway. If you've recently explored Airbnb for a chic ski chalet or a rustic mountain cabin, you might have noticed the platform's recent makeover: This month, Airbnb introduced a new collection called Guest Favorites, featuring approximately 2 million highly rated and company-vetted properties.

Just in time for the festive season, we've curated a list of eight of the coziest and most highly-rated homes to experience this winter. Here, you can immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with amenities like wood-burning stoves, private saunas, ski-in/ski-out access, and secluded mountain retreats in Montana, Norway, Austria, and more. So, bundle up in your warmest flannel, pack some hot toddy supplies, and get ready to cozy up by the fire with your favorite friends or family.

New Home with Stunning Mountain Views Near Montana’s Top Ski Resort

Families visiting Montana to conquer the slopes at Big Sky Resort will adore this newly constructed home (as seen above), designed to showcase breathtaking views of Lone Peak. The resort is just a mile away by car, or adventurous souls can ski across the road for about a third of a mile to reach the White Otter 2 lift. Enjoy the picturesque snowy landscape from the outdoor deck, complete with a hot tub and fireplace. Inside, Montana’s reputation for 'big skies' is evident with vaulted ceilings reaching 25 feet. The clever three-tiered bunk room (featuring a queen bed with two bunks above) comfortably accommodates numerous family members. For parents traveling with young children, the home is equipped with a crib, high chair, Pack ’N Play, kid-friendly dinnerware, board games, and even a slide in the backyard.

Contemporary and Spacious Chalet in Finnish Lapland

For many adventurers, Finnish Lapland evokes the tale of Santa Claus, but this ski chalet, nestled in a snowy forest about 90 miles north of the Arctic Circle, is anything but cliché. With seven beds spread across four bedrooms, it’s ideal for large families or groups of friends eager to enjoy the slopes at the country’s largest ski resort, Levi, located only about 700 feet from the property. Here, the aurora borealis frequently lights up the winter sky on clear nights, and reindeer can often be seen wandering the grounds. For an additional fee, guests can also enjoy a private sauna and an outdoor wood-fired hot tub.

A-Frame Cottage in Muskoka, Ontario

This elegantly updated 1970s A-frame cabin is located on a tranquil cul-de-sac in Muskoka, a picturesque, forested lakeside area about two hours north of Toronto, often referred to as the 'Hamptons of the North.' Inside, you’ll find charming details like moose-print cushions, a cozy gas fireplace, and a clawfoot tub adorned with birch-bark-inspired shower curtains. The backyard features a firepit, a barbecue grill, and a ski and snowboard rack. The Hidden Valley ski resort is just a short drive away, or a 10-minute walk, with an unofficial ski-in/ski-out access point at the end of the street. If the weather turns particularly dreary, you can enjoy some nostalgic fun on the cabin’s retro Atari Flashback X gaming console.

Thatched Cottage in the French Mountains

This quaint cottage exudes a fairy-tale charm with its sturdy stone walls and thatched roof. Just eight minutes from the ski resort of Les Estables, it sits at an elevation of 4,500 feet on the southern slope of Mont Mézenc, offering breathtaking views of the Alps and the Rhône Valley. When the snow blankets the landscape, a wood burner warms the cozy interiors. With no neighbors in sight, you'll have this mountain retreat all to yourself, perfect for relishing the serene winter silence or foraging for wild strawberries, morels, and chanterelles during other seasons.

Mica Tiny Home Featuring Stunning Panoramic Views in Québec

Nestled in a boreal forest, this tiny house may seem remote, but Québec City’s Old Québec is just a 25-minute drive away. If you plan to visit in winter, make sure your vehicle is equipped with all-wheel drive to access the property, or you can arrange a shuttle service. The expansive windows frame a picturesque, snow globe-like landscape of mountains and conifers, while a cast-iron Jøtul fireplace serves as a focal point in a living area decorated in a bright palette of whites, creams, silvers, and light woods. The bunk room is perfect for families, and the home provides children's dinnerware and a crib available upon request.

Luxury Apartment in Germany’s Black Forest

Located in the heart of the Black Forest, the Apartment Monolith is a sleek, sustainable residence wrapped in unpainted Siberian larchwood that will gracefully age to a beautiful gray over time. It serves as an excellent base for winter activities in the area, including downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding, and tobogganing. Inside, the walls are crafted from 120-year-old reclaimed floorboards from a historic farmhouse, featuring carvings of woodland creatures. The apartment combines urban style with practicality, equipped with a compact washing machine, a wine refrigerator, and minimalist furnishings. Notably, the property is extra-accessible, featuring wide sliding doors, a spacious rain shower, and grab bars in the bathroom, making it ideal for wheelchair users.

Contemporary Wooden Chalet in the Austrian Alps

A quick look around the loft-style living area of this wooden chalet might lead you to believe you're in a rock star's retreat in Malibu: the decor is bright and retro, featuring a free-form orange sofa, a butterfly sling chair, a cowhide rug, potted succulents, and a record player connected to a Bluetooth sound system. But glance through those wraparound windows to be reminded of your location: the chalet overlooks the picturesque town of Schwarzenberg in the valley below and is just a five-minute drive from the Bödele ski resort. With provided slippers and a cozy wood-burning stove, you'll feel right at home, complemented by luxury toiletries from local brand Susanne Kaufmann, crafted from Alpine flora found in the nearby Bregenzerwald region.

The Birdbox House in Norway

Reaching this modern cabin, reminiscent of a rectangular birdhouse, requires a three-hour drive north of Bergen, followed by parking at the Langeland ski resort and a 15-minute hike uphill. The journey is certainly rewarding: the compact structure features an oversized porthole that dominates the front facade, offering stunning views of the snowy landscapes of Storehesten (Great Horse) and Litlehesten (Little Horse) mountains. There’s also a detached half-bathroom that resembles a chunkier version of the monolith from 2001: A Space Odyssey; the owners refer to it as the 'toilet with the world’s best view.' Keep in mind that the cabin is quite remote, so you might consider opting for the breakfast basket add-on for convenience.