Tucked conveniently at the base of Canyons Village, Sundial Lodge is just steps from the Red Pine Gondola, ready and waiting to whisk you up the mountain. You’ll appreciate the ski-in/ski-out location a little more each day, as it takes you slightly longer to rally the troops in the morning – those days on the slopes have a way of wearing you out like little else can. You’ll find ski and souvenir shops on the ground level and in the adjacent buildings, where you can easily pick up a replacement for that gaiter or glove that got dropped off the lift or left at your lunch table. Make your way to the heated outdoor pool, or stop by the third floor hot tub, plunge pool and fire pit before deciding on dinner plans. Take a family vote on nearby restaurants (and hope for a majority), on those nights when cooking seems like more work than you’re up for. The complimentary shuttle service will zip you around Canyons Village, and even over to historic Main Street in Park City, if you’re feeling adventuresome.

Well appointed studios, one- and two-bedroom suites all come with complimentary underground parking, which keeps you from having to shovel out from under piles of overnight snow. Full kitchens are ideal for feeding your mini and full-grown mountaineers. And with the in-unit washer/dryer, you can quickly take care of whatever got doused in any minor hot-cocoa-tastrophes (hopefully not much). Between a soak in your oversized jetted tub and some time in front of the fireplace, you should be ready for a serious comeback on the mountain the next day. Challenge your crew to make the first chair up. Pop in a DVD after dinner, but don’t be afraid to call it a night even though it’s really still just evening. (There’s no shame in an early bedtime.)

Utah’s legendary powder is a given, but the Canyons Village area right outside keeps its steady rhythm going all through summer, with nearby outdoor concerts and a summer farmers market. Nearby Canyons Golf Course is Utah’s newest course, designed by Gene (and nephew Casey) Bates. It begins near the Orange Bubble Express Lift and offers breathtaking views of the Wasatch and Uinta Mountains. Check out the local family putting course, go horseback riding or take the High Meadow Lift to play the mid-mountain alpine disc golf course (free with gondola ticket purchase). Already burned off that early morning breakfast? Stop by Murdoch’s for more coffee and a breakfast burrito. Foodies in your crew? Try The Farm, one of Utah’s Top 10 restaurants, complete with award-winning wine list.