Last Meadows Retreat

Sitting right on the Meadows ski run with the gondola to downtown Telluride less than a five-minute walk away, this home puts you at the heart of the mountain for a stress-free ski holiday. The vaulted living room – featuring forest views and anchored by a fireplace – is the kind of space you'll want to enjoy on rest days as much as après-ski evenings. Alternatively, you might unwind in the media room, or spend the evening in the private hot tub, admiring the backdrop of snow-capped peaks. Dedicated ski storage and boot warmers mean mornings are effortless.

Home truths:
* There’s free parking for up to two cars, split between the garage and the driveway.
* The two single beds in one of the bedrooms can be converted into a king – let your host know before arrival if you'd prefer that configuration.
* There is no air conditioning in this home – though at altitude in Telluride, it is rarely needed. Fans are available if you find evenings warm.
* Ski-in/ski-out access here is subject to snow conditions and cannot be guaranteed. It's worth checking conditions ahead of arrival, particularly early or late in the season.