Snowed Inn Christmas

Snowed Inn Christmas

Year: 2017

Runtime: 86 mins

Language: English

Director: Gary Yates

TV MovieComedyRomance

Jenna Hudson and Kevin Jenner, who work for the same online publication in New York City and have nowhere they want to be for Christmas, volunteer for a writing assignment. A snowstorm reroutes their plane to Santa Claus, Indiana, placing them in a charming Christmas Wonderland. Their story takes an unexpected turn as they work to save the historic town inn, run by Carol and Christopher Winters. As Jenna and Kevin overcome their differences and rediscover the magic of the season, they face challenges including the inn’s uncertain future and a figure from Jenna’s past.

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Timeline & Setting – Snowed Inn Christmas (2017)

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Time period

Modern day

The events unfold during a contemporary Christmas season, with a winter storm trapping the two writers in a cozy Indiana town. The mood is festive yet brisk, mixing present-day journalism with timeless holiday traditions. The setting emphasizes a sense of home and the holiday romance that blooms despite professional pressures and travel setbacks. A Christmas Eve deadline becomes a turning point for love and truth in the story.

Location

Aspen, Colorado, Santa Claus, Indiana, Winters Inn

The story begins in Aspen, Colorado, a glamorous mountain resort town, but a blizzard diverts Jenna and Kevin to the Christmas-themed town of Santa Claus, Indiana. They are taken in at the Winters Inn, a small, old-fashioned bed-and-breakfast run by the Winters couple, whose holiday spirit anchors the town. Santa Claus, Indiana is depicted as a festive, family-friendly destination with a long-standing Christmas persona that seeps into the inn and its guests. The Winters Inn’s aging charm hints at a history worth uncovering and set against a backdrop of seasonal decor and small-town hospitality.

❄️ Holiday ❤️ Romance 🏡 Small-town charm

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 12:33

Main Characters – Snowed Inn Christmas (2017)

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Jenna Hudson (Bethany Joy Lenz)

A New York magazine writer assigned to cover a resort, she is sharp, ambitious, and skeptical of small-town charm. As she and Kevin are forced to collaborate, she discovers a history worth investigating and begins to let go of professional cynicism, opening herself up to a real connection with Kevin.

journalist romance transformation

Kevin Jenner

A writer who is the polar opposite of Jenna—practical, warm, and intuitively romantic. His initial reluctance gives way to collaboration, and he ultimately edits a joint article that sparks real feelings, leading to a growing romance.

writer romance conflict-resolution

Chris Winters

A local innkeeper who, with his wife, runs the Winters Inn and likes to play Mr. Santa Claus during the holidays. He provides shelter to the protagonists and anchors the town’s festive atmosphere.

host tradition Santa persona

Carol Winters

The warm, hospitable co-owner of the Winters Inn who embraces the holiday spirit and helps create a homey atmosphere that softens the travelers’ skepticism.

hostess hospitality Christmas spirit

Andrew

Jenna’s ex-boyfriend who arrives and tries to take her to a hotel, creating a complication that tests Jenna’s decisions about love and future.

ex-partner obstacle

Meagan Jenner

A member of Kevin Jenner’s circle who appears in the family setting, adding to the holiday dynamics and the sense of a full Christmas gathering.

family holiday

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 12:33

Major Themes – Snowed Inn Christmas (2017)

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❤️ Romance

Two rival writers are forced into close quarters by a snowstorm, and their initial awkwardness gradually gives way to mutual respect and affection. The modern, starry-eyed romance grows in a setting saturated with holiday warmth and small-town charm. The relationship is tested by professional ambition and external interruptions, but love ultimately becomes the central drive that guides their choices.

🗝️ Truth vs Deception

Jenna uncovers a missing deed and a photograph that suggests deeper histories behind the inn and the people who run it. The narrative tension hinges on whether appearances are reliable or cloaked by motive. Andrew’s interference adds complexity, challenging the couple to choose honesty over expediency. The resolution reveals the true connections between the inn’s history and the present romance.

🎄 Holiday Magic

The Winters Inn and the Christmas-town setting infuse the story with whimsy, warmth, and a sense of belonging. Snow, festive decorations, and holiday rituals create a backdrop where characters can drop defenses and explore meaningful bonds. The season acts as a catalyst for personal growth, trust, and the possibility of second chances. In the end, the magic of Christmas helps bring Jenna and Kevin together.

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 12:33

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