chalets

Definition of chaletsnext
plural of chalet
as in cottages
an often small house for recreational or seasonal use a mountain chalet for weekend getaways

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Recent Examples of chalets Properties vary in style and locale, from ski chalets to waterfront estates on the Gulf Coast to the mid-century modern homes in Palm Springs. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026 Godard spent much of his childhood at a pair of family chalets on opposite sides of the lake. Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026 In the age of high-end ski chalets and rising costs of living, locals from Livingston to Whitefish are fighting to keep the spirit of their towns intact. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Mar. 2026 Snow settles and wooden chalets suspend in time. Victoria Bousis, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2026 In addition to the compact but well-appointed cabins, there were private villas, wooden chalets, and floating bungalows available to rent for a unique, unplugged vacation. Noelann Bourgade, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026 Believe it or not, American free skier Nick Goepper, a three-time Olympic medalist, thinks growing up in Indiana—a location that doesn’t exactly conjure up visions of powdery snow and ski chalets—worked to his advantage. Sean Gregory, Time, 18 Feb. 2026 Maisons Sibuet also offers a collection of luxury chalets in the area with five-star Fermes de Marie hotel services, including daily breakfasts, afternoon snacks, concierge services, and housekeeping. Mary Winston Nicklin, AFAR Media, 20 Jan. 2026 Many big-name executives stay in luxury chalets, marketed as high-end corporate retreats with wellness centers, private gyms, Jacuzzis, full wait staff, and private chefs. Sydney Lake, Fortune, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chalets
Noun
  • As everyone heads back to their cottages, Emma does the classy thing and goes to Missé, Lottie, and Margo’s cottage to check up on Margo.
    Brian Moylan, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Best Hikes Luss Heritage Trail Beginning and ending in the pretty village of Luss, the Luss Heritage Trail passes historic cemeteries, churches, and stone cottages while meandering along rivers and through woodland.
    Andrea Bussell, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Construction on a controversial project to put tiny sleeping cabins for homeless individuals in Lemon Grove is schedued to begin Monday.
    Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Accessibility Without ramps, or even a solid path between the cabins and communal areas, getting around will be a challenge for less-mobile people.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026

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“Chalets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chalets. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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