If you love gliding on the slopes but hate spending all of your savings on ski resort accommodations, have we got some deals for you!

We found five luxe ski chalets that are move-in ready, every one of them asking for less than $1 million.  It took some digging: Many of the nation’s most popular ski towns have become accessible to only the wealthy. A recent Realtor.com® report reveals that the average home price around Jackson Hole, WY, or Vail, CO, is north of $3 million.

Even the average home in a classic East Coast ski town like Stratton, VT, is listed at more than $1 million.

But after doing a little (snow) shoveling, we were able to find five fabulous homes in different parts of the country, each one close to ski resorts and popular peaks.

And while they might be priced between $750,000 and $1,000,000, just think of the rental income possibilities!

11100 Innsbruck Ave, Truckee, CA

Price: $990,000
Year-round vacation home: The great thing about this chalet in the Reno-Tahoe area is that it’s not only close to downhill and cross-country ski areas, but in the spring, summer, and fall, you can also enjoy golf, tennis, hiking, swimming, and all the amenities of the community’s Northwoods Club.

The 1,560-square-foot chalet has four bedrooms, four baths, and outdoor decks, the better to enjoy the fresh mountain air.

The open floor plan and numerous windows allow natural light and warmth to saturate the interior, and lots of quality wood paneling keep it all cozy.

This property has already proven itself as a successful vacation rental. Paradise awaits!

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45 Saddleback Trl, Angel Fire, NM

Price: $799,000
New Mexico mecca: You can see the slopes from this cabin, located just a few minutes from the Angel Fire ski area and mountain bike park, and just 40 minutes from Taos. The 3-acre property also affords plenty of privacy.

The 2,809-square-foot property has five bedrooms and 3.5 baths. There are also three decks for enjoying indoor-outdoor living.

The open spaces feature high-beamed ceilings and a loft. There’s also plenty of room for guests—one bedroom has two bunkbeds with three bunks each.

This property is also a successful vacation rental, earning over $90,000 in the past two years. Ka-ching!

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43 Bear Ridge Rd, Ludlow, VT 05149

Price: $775,000
Vacation perfection: Located just a quick glide from Vermont’s Okemo Mountain Resort and the quaint Ludlow village area, this contemporary chateau has plenty of room for family and friends, with four bedrooms, four baths, and three living areas.

There’s a huge mudroom with plenty of storage space for skis, snowboards, and other sports gear.

The indoor-outdoor space includes several decks, a three-season porch, and a spa room.  It’s a sporty family’s dream.

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14619 681st Ave NE, Baring, WA

Price: $750,000
Washington wonderland: This three-bedroom, one-bath gem that sleeps eight has myriad amenities, but all we can think about is that eight-person hot tub on the back deck.

Located in the charming town of Historic Grotto, just 15 minutes away from the Stevens Pass Ski Area, this chalet is charming on the outside and updated on the inside. The kitchen is newly renovated, and there’s both a fireplace and a new, wood-burning stove to keep you warm at night.

In addition to the 1,690-square-foot cabin, there are two outbuildings, a garage with a shop, and water hookups on the adjoining vacant lot included in the price. That means there’s an opportunity to build mini cabins or yurts for short-term rental income.

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63 Hamill St, Silver Plume, CO

Price: $849,000
Rocky Mountain home: Less than a half-hour from three world-class ski areas (Loveland, Arapahoe Basin, and Keystone), this chateau offers cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in a 3-acre, wooded backyard.

The classic log cabin has three bedrooms and two baths in 1,524 square feet of space. Cozy features include a wood-burning stove,  hot tub, and Scandinavian sauna. There are also modern amenities such as an in-ceiling Dolby sound system, Wi-Fi, and hard-wired internet.

Outdoors, there’s a small pond, a new shed, and a fenced dog area. It’s all set for year-round living, with summer sports like hiking and mountain biking available right outside your door.

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