The resort was just one of hundreds of homes, businesses and properties that could not escape the devastation of the Dunns Road bushfire that ripped through the Snowy Valleys communities.

While The Blyton Group considered a range of options to resume operations for this coming winter, Chairman Kevin Blyton said the damage to critical infrastructure was simply too extensive.

"We are incredibly saddened by the impact this fire has had, not only on our resort but on the wider local community as well," he said.

"We recognise the impact these fires have had on local operators, not only for this summer period, but for the peak winter season ahead."

In the face of devastation, however Mr Blyton said his team will be "totally focused" on the rebuild of Selwyn Snow Resort.

He said preparations for the clean-up were underway with the demolition of all buildings required, as well as the removal of destroyed resort machinery such as groomers, skidoos and snow clearers.

"We look forward to welcoming guests back to an even better Selwyn," he said.

Selwyn Snow Resort 2020 season pass holders will be offered the ability to transfer the pass to the Charlotte Pass Snow Resort at no additional cost, or receive a full refund of any payments made.

Seasonal employees who had been offered the opportunity to return for the upcoming season will be given the chance to work at the Charlotte Pass Snow Resort during this year's snow season.