The Christmas Chalet Review

The story follows (Erica Durance), a recently divorced mother who is determined to have a perfect Christmas. She books a secluded, idyllic chalet in a snowy Vermont village for herself, her mother Helen (Elva Mai Hoover), and her reluctant teenage daughter Lexi (Micah Kalisch). Grace desperately hopes that a picturesque holiday will heal her family and help her reconnect with Lexi, who is resentful over her parents' split.

: A loving, determined mother navigating her first holiday post-divorce. She is full of Christmas spirit and fiercely protective of her daughter's happiness. The Christmas Chalet

Upon arriving, they discover the chalet has been . The other occupant is Jack (Robin Dunne), a cynical romance novelist struggling to meet a deadline. Jack actively despises Christmas due to a past personal loss and has packed away all the holiday decorations in the house. The story follows (Erica Durance), a recently divorced

: Jack helps Lexi with her own interest in writing, which helps bridge the gap between him and Grace. : A loving, determined mother navigating her first

is a 2019 made-for-television holiday romance film directed by Jennifer Gibson that originally premiered on UPtv . It leans heavily on the beloved "grumpy meets sunshine" and "forced proximity" tropes, telling a heartwarming story of emotional healing and romance. 🎬 Core Premise & Plot

: Jack is slowly pulled out of his shell by Helen's incredible home-cooked meals and Grace's unrelenting festive spirit.

Because the entire town is completely booked out and a winter storm is approaching, they are forced to share the space. They agree to divide the chalet by floors, but the forced arrangement soon begins to break down the walls between them: