Skip to main content
  1. Home
  2. Travel

VRBO Is ‘Giving Away’ a Mountain with the Win the Mountain Sweepstakes

By

As with hiking, going to the movies, and trimming your nose hair, skiing is an activity best enjoyed without throngs of strangers around. Unfortunately, unless your Richard Branson or some Russian oil tycoon, “private skiing” isn’t really a thing. This year, VRBO is changing that notion for we mortal men with the Win the Mountain Sweepstakes.

Image used with permission by copyright holder

For skiers, snowboarders, and people who love scenic alpine grandeur in winter, this prize pack is about as sweet as it gets. One lucky winner, plus 19 of their closest friends and family, will score an entire day in February 2019 of private access at Utah’s Eagle Point Resort. In this case, “private” means private — enjoying the whole mountain including lifts, trails, all facilities, a mountain concierge, and even one-on-one ski instruction — all without a single other snow-rider in sight. The package also includes two additional days of lift tickets for everyone and a $5,000 travel stipend to get your squad to Utah.

Plus, the entire winning group will enjoy a three-night stay at a stunning, slopeside mansion in Beaver, Utah. Even for non-riders, the sprawling, 3,600-square-foot “cabin” is destination-worthy in its own right. With two living rooms, a large loft, dedicated gaming and entertainment areas, a gourmet kitchen, and two wraparound decks with an outdoor hot tub and eye-popping views, you may want to skip the slopes altogether.

1 of 5
vrbo win the mountain sweepstakes resort contest 4
Image used with permission by copyright holder
vrbo win the mountain sweepstakes resort contest 5
Image used with permission by copyright holder
vrbo win the mountain sweepstakes resort contest 1
Image used with permission by copyright holder
vrbo win the mountain sweepstakes resort contest 7
Image used with permission by copyright holder
vrbo win the mountain sweepstakes resort contest 6
Image used with permission by copyright holder

The sweepstakes was announced on the heels of VRBO’s all-new 2018 Winter Travel Collection. Sometimes a budget Airbnb is good enough for those seeking reasonable slopeside accommodations. But, when you want to go big, you need a proper ski chalet. Most of the mega-cabins in this VRBO collection sleep more than 20 guests, and all boast seriously over-the-top amenities. While many run north of $1,000 per night, consider how cheap that rate actually is when you divvy it up among a dozen or more of your closest friends. Plus, VRBO offers rentals in the best U.S. ski destinations — Lake Tahoe, Mammoth Lakes, Vail, Breckenridge, and Park City — and throughout the world.

Recommended Videos

The VRBO Win the Mountain Sweepstakes is open from now through November 17, 2018. Just head to the official website, enter a few personal details, and you’re registered to win!

Mike Richard
Mike Richard
Contributor
Mike Richard has traveled the world since 2008. He's kayaked in Antarctica, tracked endangered African wild dogs in South…
Topics

Editors’ Recommendations

Chief safety officer gives the best advice for mountain climbers
Man climbing a snowy mountain

Mountain climbing is the ultimate adventure. Thrilling heights, spectacular views, and the physical and mental exertion are all reasons why this sport is one of the most exhilarating. But for Michael McCarty, the Chief Safety Officer at Edge Fall Protection, it's not just about the adrenaline. The right gear can make all the difference in a successful climb, and no one is more qualified than McCarty to share the most important aspects of safety while mountain climbing.
Take your mountain climbing safety into your own hands

Having spent years scaling peaks while managing safety protocols in his professional life, McCarty's unique perspective on what truly matters during a climb is second to none. Here, McCarty shares his expertise on the essential equipment climbers need, along with practical advice for staying safe in the unpredictable conditions of the mountains.
Navigation
It's important to remember that even though tech GPS systems are incredibly useful, they can fail due to battery issues or poor signal. “That's why it's always a good idea to carry a physical map and compass as a backup," McCarty advises.

Read more
The 6 best hotels for IKON pass holders this ski and snowboarding season
IKON pass holders, check out these awesome hotels
A man walks up a mountain in deep snow with a snowboard.

The IKON pass is widely regarded as one of the most comprehensive ski passes worldwide, giving skiers and snowboarders access to more than fifty resorts and some of the best snow on the planet. With just a single ticket, you get unlimited access to all the IKON pass resorts, including Palisades Tahoe, Steamboat, and Mammoth Mountain, as well as seven days each at some of the most iconic ski resorts in the U.S. — Aspen Snowmass, Jackson Hole, Alta Ski Area, to name a few. You can also experience skiing in Canada, Japan, and Europe.

Although it pains us to admit it, there is more to a skiing or snowboarding holiday than just the snow. Before you open that email browser to tell us we're wrong, think about this: what would your ski holiday be without boasting about how you had the best line of the day over some après ski? And if you don't get proper rest, what will happen to your riding? We don't know about you, but we're not eighteen anymore and can't jump up after a night on our buddy's sofa, wade through empty cans, and hit the slopes. We need a proper hotel with proper facilities, and these are the best hotels on offer at U.S. IKON pass destinations.

Read more
I have seen the future of carbon fiber, and it’s going to transform everything around you
Forge+Bond and CSS carbon fiber manufacturing

A spool of FusionFiber being fit to a machine, which cuts and plots pieces Forge+Bond / CSS

Gunnison, Utah, has a Subway, a gas station with diesel fuel - and not much else. It’s a small, quiet town about 2 hours south of Salt Lake City. Everyone knows each other in Gunnison, but not everyone knows the town’s best-kept secret: one of its proudest institutions is poised to upend a global industry at scale - all with clean energy and almost zero waste.

Read more