The Secret Garden, Bardonecchia, Italy

Close to snowboarding, this smoke-free apartment brings it all within reach. There's convenient covered onsite parking, so you can leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 1-minute walk to Susa Valley or the 6-minute walk to Bardonecchia Ski Resort. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Bardonecchia Station, a short 13-minute walk away.

This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental features a living room and a sofa bed. Enjoy the WiFi and TV. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, a bidet, and towels. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, a microwave, and cookware. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing. Other amenities include bed sheets and a dining table.