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Elk & Owl · 7Bdr Modern Mountain Retreat + Heated Outdoor Pool

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Room
Private kitchen
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Canmore, AB
  • Canmore Caverns
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Grassi Lakes
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Silvertip Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Banff, AB (YBA)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Elk & Owl · 7Bdr Modern Mountain Retreat + Heated Outdoor Pool

Enjoy our new 7-bedroom mountain retreat! Perfect for families!

→ Large Heated Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub*Closed March 17-18
→ 2 Fully Equipped Kitchens
→ Gas Fireplace
→ 7min drive to Banff Ntl Park (FREE use of park pass)
→ Two 55" TV's W/Netflix
→ Laundry access
→ 10 Beds, Sleep 2 People Each (including 2 sofa beds)
→ Door Can Separate Into 2 Suites for Added Privacy

This unit is brand new. We do our best to provide a cozy mountain mood with modern amenities. Complimenting the new leather chairs and chic bean bags is a custom line of Niicos Rustic Furniture, crafted by a local artisan to create a comfortable and authentic mountain living experience.

You will love cooking in this space and sharing warms meals with your friends and family at the 10+ person wooden dining table. This unit features two full kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops.

The suite has 10 beds total, sleeping 2 people each. There are 7 bedrooms, plus two living areas with queen size pull out sofa beds.

Room 1: King Bed + En Suite Bathroom
Room 2: Main Floor, Queen Bed
Room 3: Upstairs, Low Profile King bed + Epic Mountain View, Low Vaulted Ceilings
Room 4: Upstairs, Queen bed, Low Vaulted Ceilings
Room 5: Queen Bed + Very High Ceiling
Room 6: One-of-a-kind Queen Bunk Bed w/ Stair Access
Room 7: Queen Bed + Low Vaulted Ceiling.
Living Area 1: Queen Size Pull-Out Couch
Living Area 2: Queen Size Pull-Out Couch

We also provide 2 FREE National Park passes for you to use while staying with us. A pass is required if you plan on visiting Banff, Lake Louise or any other location in the park. Not only does our pass save you $78.50 per day per car in park fees, but it also enables you to bypass any lines at the park gates!

Entrance door has a key code entry for your convenience. Guests can also access a shared BBQ area, coin laundry, heated outdoor pool and hot tub is a 15 second walk. We provide pool towels, robes and plastic cups for your refreshments.

We kindly ask that you use no glass in the pool area.

This building is located at the Mystic Springs complex across from the Cornerstone Dinner Theater. There are many great restaurants and other services nearby. Banff National Park gate entrance is a 10 minute drive away.

We suggest renting a car to drive around the beautiful Canadian Rockies! You can also bike 45 mins to the town of Banff on the famous Banff Legacy Trail featuring breathtaking views, covered picnic areas, the Banff town site, and a variety of rest spots along the way.

Just a 10 minute walk to Canmore Community Center and Elevation Place, Canmores indoor playground featuring a great climbing gym, fitness gym, a large swimming pool and hot tub, and the Canmore Library.

Travel Times by Car:
1.5 hour to Calgary Airport (YYC)
10 mins to Canmore Nordic Center
20 mins to Banff town
25 mins to Norquay Ski Hill
30 mins to Sunshine Village Ski Resort
45 mins to Lake Louise and Lake Louise Ski Resort
2 hours to Columbia Icefield
3 hours to Jasper town

Ski Bus to Sunshine and Lake Louise is available during winter season. The bus stop is in walking distance from the unit.

Canmore Roam Bus Transit goes right by our place! Check the schedule and route here:
http://roamtransit.com/schedules-routes/canmore-local-route-five/

Smoking is not permitted in the Mystic Springs complex except in 1 of 5 designated smoking areas on the property. Smoking is never permitted inside. Smoking in the unit will result in an additional cleaning fee.

Parking is available both behind the building in the parking lot and on the street in front of the building. During busy times such as weekends in the summer and holidays, please know parking can be limited. You may occasionally have to park down the street, a block or so away.

This building is a freestanding, private building located in a complex called Mystic Springs. The pool, hot tub, bbq area and laundry facility are shared among other guests of Mystic Springs.

Late check-out will result in a $50 pre hour charge. Our awesome cleaners run a tight ship and will bill us for standing around.

Important: To ensure the long-term enjoyment of our pool and hot tub, we will be conducting a necessary mechanical system restoration project from February 24th to the end of March 2025. This will unfortunately require the closure of these amenities during this period. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
This building is in a shared complex in close proximity to other buildings. There is a strict no parties policy and quiet hours are in effect after 10PM as per local bylaws. Any fines or violations that are incurred during your stay will be passed on to the guest to pay.

We kindly ask that you use no glass in the pool area.

Smoking is not permitted in the Mystic Springs complex except in 1 of 5 designated smoking areas on the property. Smoking is never permitted inside. Smoking in the unit will result in an additional cleaning fee.

Parking is available both behind the building in the parking lot and on the street in front of the building. During busy times such as weekends in the summer and holidays, please know parking can be limited. You may occasionally have to park down the street, a block or so away.

This building is a freestanding, private building located in a complex called Mystic Springs. The pool, hot tub, BBQ area and laundry facility are shared amongst other guests of Mystic Springs.

Late check-out will result in a $50 pre hour charge. Our awesome cleaners run a tight ship and will bill us for idle time.

Important: To ensure the long-term enjoyment of our pool and hot tub, we will be conducting a necessary mechanical system restoration project from February 24th to the end of April 2025. This will unfortunately require the closure of these amenities during this period. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Property manager

Chris & Tanya
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Free WiFi
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 789084100

About the area

Canmore

Located in Canmore, this holiday home is in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Banff National Park and Upper Hot Springs can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Banff Gondola. Travelling with kids? Consider Canmore Recreation Centre and Cross Zee Ranch. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Canmore, AB

What's nearby

  • Canmore Recreation Centre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Canmore Caverns - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Canmore Golf and Curling Club - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Grassi Lakes - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Silvertip Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 22 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Grizzly Paw Brewing Co - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Iron Goat Pub & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Rose & Crown - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Elk & Owl · 7Bdr Modern Mountain Retreat + Heated Outdoor Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Elk & Owl · 7Bdr Modern Mountain Retreat + Heated Outdoor Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elk & Owl · 7Bdr Modern Mountain Retreat + Heated Outdoor Pool?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk & Owl · 7Bdr Modern Mountain Retreat + Heated Outdoor Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elk & Owl · 7Bdr Modern Mountain Retreat + Heated Outdoor Pool located?

This family-friendly Canmore holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Elevation Place, Canmore Mountain Market and Yamnuska Mountain Adventures. Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park and Cougar Creek/Mount Lady MacDonald Trailhead are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Minoshka X.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay

we loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

The unit is absolutely lovely. Close to town centre and easy access to ski hills, trails, all the things you go to the miuntains for. Hosts very helpful. They gave us a lot of info and were very quick to answer questions.100% will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Place for Team Building

My colleagues and I stayed at Elk and Owl as a way to have a meeting to align our 2025 goals but also to build our team relationship. Having the two suites on one was perfect for this as it allowed for us to have break out meetings when required. We were able to hook our laptop up to the TV for the meeting portion of our gathering and the living room allowed us enough space to comfortably sit around for discussion. The hot tub and pool area is extremely clean and it was snowing so the covered hot tub was appreciated. The Elk and Owl would be a wonderful place for a family/friend gathering. I’ve already spoken to my family about renting it someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Windy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good for large families

Canmore is a perfect choice during the busy summer months. Access to the bus stop and downtown were great from these condos.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend stay!

Our group had a great stay at the Elk & Owl! The place was exactly what we expected, clean, good location, and had everything we needed. Chris & Tanya were super helpful and easy to communicate with. I would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L., Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable for a family group.

We enjoyed our stay, clean and comfortable, very good communication with property managers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Work retreat

Nice place, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shiming L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a big friend group travel

The bedrooms are clean and comfortable, we had 11 people sharing the whole place. It was clean and cozy, very nice place to come back to cook, eat, and chat after a whole day out in the mountains. Complimentary park pass is a plus. Great recommendation from the host. Only thing that was missing was laundry facilities inside the condo, but we can get by. Definitely recommend staying here in general.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plenty of Room for Everyone

We had 15 guys stay at the 2 adjoining units. Plenty of room to cook and hang out. Check-in and check-out was very easy. I would definitely recommend these accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

JIM A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whatever

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L., Government Camp

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you need and a great location!

Property is clean, convenient and is everything you need. We had a big group (10) of athletes and coaches here for an event at Nakiska. The location is great! The layout of the two apartments together is great! Communication with the owners was quick and responsive. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for Groups

Only got to stay here one night with a large group of friends and family but we had an excellent stay. Would definitely stay here again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rental for multiple families

We stayed in both units (Elk&Owl) for 3 nights with multiple families and had an excellent stay. The house was clean, exactly as listed and well appointed. We especially loved that there were lots of strong hooks in each of the rooms for towels and jackets etc. It sounds like a strange detail to like but it made a big difference in keeping everything neat and tidy because we were sharing with more than one family. The hosts were excellent and always provided prompt and detailed information. It was also amazing to use the two park passes for our ski days and we really enjoyed the pool and hot tub. There were lots of small extras such as plenty of pool towels, robes in all of the rooms, shampoo, condition and body wash in the showers which we appreciated. One thing to be aware of is that check in is at 5:00pm. I believe this is because of the time needed to flip the house in-between stays but when traveling from a few hours away and needing to unpack the car, feed kids and get them to bed it was a bit tricky for us and just something to consider when planning your dates. Great rental that I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesse C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall a great place

This place has mostly great features, and just a few not-so-great features. Our large family group (12 adults plus 2 babies) stayed for a week to visit the beautiful Canadian Rockies. The place is part of a condo complex and is 2 units joined by a door between them. The great features were: *It is nicely maintained, clean and new looking, with comfortable beds, nice linens, and blackout shades in the bedrooms. *We had a toddler with us and it was great to have a pack-n-play for her to sleep in so that we didn’t have to haul our own on the flights to/from the US. *The location can’t be beat. Very easy walking distance to the town, which has lots of really terrific restaurants, and close access to the freeway to get to Banff, the Icefields Parkway, Lake Louise, etc. *The water pressure in the showers was fantastic! *The owners were VERY responsive and helpful leading up to, and during our stay. They were very eager to be sure we were comfortable and had a great time. *The recycle/trash collection area for the complex was right next door to our condo so it was great being able to just walk garbage/recyclables to the dumpsters when we needed to. There was no issue with odor. The main challenging features were: *The upstairs bedrooms (2) in the larger of the 2 condos are not air-conditioned. It was in the high 80s when we were there and those spaces were like furnaces and miserable for our family members who tried to sleep there (they sometimes came downstairs and slept on sofas), despite floor fans in the rooms and open windows at night. *There is no in-unit laundry. The available laundry facility is for the entire complex with a few coin washers and dryers. Other issues that deserve a mention though were not a huge problem for us: *The condo complex has limited parking and some of our cars had to find street parking one of the nights. *The pool and hot tub are in the courtyard of the complex, with no seating around the pool. *The main spaces of the 2 condos were not large. We congregated in the larger of the 2, with most of us sitting around the dining room table (picnic table style, with benches). All that said, we had a wonderful stay. The good far outweighed the bad, though that air-conditioning problem upstairs was a real issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Stay in Canmore

This was the perfect property for our large family while visiting Banff and nearby attractions!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing space for a large group!

Had a bunch of friends/family out for a couple of nights. The place is as pretty as the pictures in the ad, tons of space. Was very clean on arrival and had everything you would expect (appliances work fine, coffee maker, etc). Check in was easy and owners easy to contact. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay in Canmore

Great accommodations and pool for a fun, family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great retreat!!

Chris was a fantastic host and the condo was super clean. It had everything we needed for a great retreat in Canmore and we’ll definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Aleida V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

Very nice time with family
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grace T., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Canmore

We had an amazing time on this property. Perfect for a larger group as it has many bedrooms and two kitchen spaces. It was very clean, spacious and super comfortable. Chris was very easy to get a hold of and was super attentive to all of our needs ! The kitchens were stocked with everything we needed. We really enjoyed access to the hot tub and like the privacy the property provides as well. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 Adult-Family Getaway

Two families with teen and adult kids, half went to banff skiing, half stayed in canmore to shop and eat. Park passes were an excellent added touch! Super stoked about the pool and hottub amenities. A private room for everyone. We loved it. Everyone was loving it. One kitchen used as the bar, one as the food prep. Room enough for us to grow with more girlfriends and boyfriends and still have a room for all. We will be looking to reserve again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Such an incredible space and property! The unit was so charming with everything you could ever need to enjoy a weekend away. It was spotless and so nicely decorated. The hot pool & hot tub were perfect on a snowy weekend! Also in a great location - so many amenities nearby, and close proximity to town!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wil G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Celebration

If you are looking to stay together with family or friends this place gives you All the check boxes. From location within walking distance to downtown and so close to the Grizzly Paw brewery and 310TANK restaurant. This place also was its own separate building away from the condo part, so no worries to disturb your neighbors. We rented both units that have a joining door that came in handy with our family. The views, the heated pool and hot tub were a great treat that are seconds away. All in all this was a great experience and the hosts were available for any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Chris & Tanya

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Were a Local Banff Family living, working, and playing here for over 20 years! We love getting out into the Mountains as often as we can for family adventures. We also LOVE the great dining scene we have here. It's truly some of the best around! Ask for our recommendations! Our favorite places to travel outside of the Bow Valley are Hawaii, France, and Vancouver. We think VRBO is the best way to travel because you really get that personal touch.

Why they chose this property

This is the only house in Canmore that accommodates groups of 17 and higher! It truly is a gem in the Bow Valley for families and large groups. The space house gives you an authentic, rustic wood cabin vibe with all the modern amenities. It truly is a gem in the Bow Valley for families that wish to stay together under one roof.

What makes this property unique

Having lived in the Bow Valley for over 20 years and being major foodies, we'll hook you up with the best dining tips!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests