When you live slopeside, cutting fresh tracks on an untouched ski run is a daily occurrence. Here, we reveal 10 of the top ski-in/ski-out communities in the West—for true powderhounds only.

The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton Highlands, Lake Tahoe
Truckee, Calif.

Luxe slopeside living is coming to Lake Tahoe, as you’ll notice with the mountain town’s multiple appearances on this list. And one such development is The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton Highlands, which sits mid-mountain at Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort and puts owners of the 23 abodes in prime position to live like a ski bum—a ski bum surrounded by lavishness, that is. Private terraces, full kitchens and fine furnishings bring all the comforts of a Ritz to the high mountain setting.

Surrounding these classy digs are 2,400 skiable acres and more than 83 trails just waiting to be explored by double-plankers and snowboarders alike. (The resort recently spent $15 million in on-mountain and village upgrades.) And after a day playing in the powder, Ritz residents can drop their gear off with the ski valet and grab a drink in one of the lounges. For something more substantial, there’s the hotel’s signature restaurant or the many dining spots at The Village at Northstar, which will soon be linked to the Ritz via a new gondola. 800.217.7554, www.theresidencestahoe.com.