Airbnb

These snowy retreats at or near ski areas around the globe are highly likely to induce wanderlust this season.

Online home-rental services, such as Airbnb, are reinventing ski travel and helping homeowners pay their mortgages. But at a cost: more nuisance for neighbors and a tighter housing crunch.

Cozy fireplaces and steaming hot tubs can be yours at these slope-side Airbnb's this winter.