Leave the Lederhosen at home and get your skis on!

Some Austrian ski resorts are open for business ahead of schedule, so with the snow already falling here’s a selection of chalets to tickle your snowy instincts.

Apartmenthaus Krapfgut, Kaprun - Holidaylettings.co.uk/26943
A top floor 3 bedroom apartment with stunning views across Kaprun and 132km of unrivalled pistes. The Kitzsteinhorn Glacier is a sight to behold and if skiing is not to your fancy take snowshoe walks or horse sleigh rides and be the envy of your ski-sore chums! Sleeps 4-9 guests from £587 per week depending on occupancy levels.

Haus Lowe, Filzmoos - Holidaylettings.co.uk/13990
This is a great find for large groups or families, incorporating two self-catering apartments plus five B&B rooms and providing accommodation for up to 20 guests. Ski in and out of the house and snow-plough over the road to the hire equipment store and ski school. Prices start from £398 per week in winter.

Zell am See Studio - Holidaylettings.co.uk/8863
A cosy studio apartment for up to four guests in beautiful Zell am See. Nestled perfectly between the lake and the Kitzbuheler Alps, Zell is an idyllic winter wonderland. Ice skating, snow hiking and skiing are in abundance. For great skiing from December through to April, price range: £300-£400 per week.

Dörfli Apartment, Muhlbach am Hochkönig - Holidaylettings.co.uk/34762
Winner of the 4 Edelweiss Award, this apartment has everything you need for a great winter break. A perfect spot on a south facing slope, views of the village, breakfast service and sauna. The ski and hiking buses take you the five minute drive to the cable car and 150km of slopes between 900m and 2,000m. Sleeps 6 from £330 per week.

For more information, visit Holidaylettings.co.uk.