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Dog-friendly mountain castle with a washer/dryer, private hot tub, & fireplace

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Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sandpoint, ID
  • Schweitzer Mountain Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sandpoint City Beach Park
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Lakeview Park
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Dog-friendly mountain castle with a washer/dryer, private hot tub, & fireplace

Chateau De Melusine

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Once upon a time, there stood an enchanted castle on a hill...

Perched on Schweitzer Mountain, one mile above the Schweitzer Mountain Resort, with a private, enclosed hot tub overlooking the slopes, and exquisitely themed decor from floor to tower, The Castle - Chateau De Melusine, offers guests an experience unlike any other!

This true living stone castle presents three levels of otherworldly comforts with a blend of modern amenities and old-world features like hand-laid stones, statues, and curved staircases. The dramatic great hall boasts a vaulted ceiling, hydronic-heat floors of Idaho Quartzite, a cozy living area with a 50' wood-burning fireplace, a well-equipped, kitchenette with colorful stained glass windows, and a grand dining table ready for hearty banquets or memorable game nights. This home also includes a private hot tub room with breathtaking mountain views. Whether you're here for the ultimate ski-cation, a newlywed getaway, or a family adventure, let The Castle - Chateau De Melusine transport you and your guests into your world of fantasy. Hotel rooms are soon forgotten, and memories last a lifetime!

Sandpoint and the surrounding area are brimming with fun activities no matter the season! Ski the slopes of Schweitzer Mountain Resort in winter, or hike and mountain bike on the trails in summer. Just a mile north, grab a slice at Powder Hound Pizza or head down the hill into Sandpoint where you'll find Lake Pend Oreille access at City Beach Park, restaurants, brewpubs, museums, and great local shopping, all just 13 miles from your door.

The Castle next door is also available to rent, please see: Schweitzer Castle.
Or you can rent both Castles through this listing: The Castles on Schweitzer.

THINGS TO KNOW
A seasonal gas grill and picnic area are available for guest use.
An electric vehicle charger is included.
This is a ski-in/ski-out home, but for experts only.
Please note that the owner lives on-site in a secondary structure on the property.
Please note that a four-wheel drive vehicle is required from October 31st to April 30th.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Idaho
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sandpoint

Located in Sandpoint, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pet Memorial Rose Garden and McNearney Park, while Bonner County Historical Society Museum and Panida Theater are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sandpoint, ID

What's nearby

  • Schweitzer Mountain Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sandpoint Elks Golf Course - 25 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Sandpoint City Beach Park - 28 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Liberty Pier - 28 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Lakeview Park - 29 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Sandpoint Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Hoot Owl Cafe - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Fiesta Bonita - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly mountain castle with a washer/dryer, private hot tub, & fireplace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly mountain castle with a washer/dryer, private hot tub, & fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly mountain castle with a washer/dryer, private hot tub, & fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly mountain castle with a washer/dryer, private hot tub, & fireplace located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this holiday home in Sandpoint is in the mountains, steps from Schweitzer Mountain Resort and close to winter activities, such as sledging and snowmobiling. Bonner Mall and Sandpoint Elks Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 64 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

One of the most unique stays we’ve ever had

This place was interesting, cool and a great location on the mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Castle Trip

Such a beautiful place and we'll stocked for guests. They put lots of thought into making it a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Gem of a place!

What a gem! Perfect place to stay and terrific host in Norman. The entire area is just breathtaking! Really enjoyed our stay (and now my husband wants to move here.)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cassie C.

Unforgettable location!

The atmosphere and fun of the Chateau! The beauty of Schweitzer mountain!!!

8/10 Good

Afton M.

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

Fun Getaway

The location was great with a view of the ski resort. The home was very fun for the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Travis J.

Your castle away from home!

We recently stayed for a week and it was great! The castle house is cool comfy and the location is so beautiful. We loved our host and the special dragon cake!
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

Fit for the bride and groom

Had an absolutely wonderful stay to celebrate our wedding. Felt like royalty. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Meegan R.

Amazing property

We celebrated our daughter’s birthday here with a princess theme and it was an experience we will cherish for life! Very clean, well stocked with all the things we could need, incredible views and the dragon cake left by the host was the cherry on top! Excellent weekend :)

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

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

Beautiful castle and great location

Such a beautiful castle to stay in. Love all the antiques. Great location right above Schweitzer. Loved taking the chair lift up and seeing the magnificent view above. Really good communication with the owner and flowers and cute dragon cake for us. The only negative was a woodpecker on the roof early this a.m
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Autumn F.

Amazing Stay

This home is one of a kind! The location is ideal. The views, especially from the hot tub, are stunning and the castle is truly magical. The construction and attention to detail make this place a gem! We will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Tamara D.

Magical Castle Memories

This was such a fabulous experience for our family! It was so unique & the owner brought us a dragon cake! We will remember this castle vacation for years to come! I have never stayed in a place where I felt I was in another time period! And breath taking views! Just wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa F.

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

Unique experience and cozy

The castle experience was worth the stay. It’s furnished with antiques, old artwork and arms that complement the castle really well. The dragon breathed for us too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

A castle adventure

We loved staying here. Schweitzer is a great mountain and the Château is a great way to experience it.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy Z.

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

Magical place to make great memories

We were truly transported back to medieval times… The younger boys loved the experience of sleeping in the tower of the castle… The art and artifacts added so much more to the experience for the adults…looking forward to visiting again…
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren W.

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

Family retreat

We had our entire family stay in this winter palace, with children ranging from 7 to 22 years of age, and they all enjoyed the stay thoroughly. They loved the medieval artifacts and paintings.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Great place for our 50th wedding anniversary. Had a blast in our medieval attire.

Much more than just a place to stay, It’s an experience. Everything went great, Norman is the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy J.

An experience of a lifetime!

As guests who have never been to Europe, or even outside North America, this was a super fun experience especially for an anniversary trip thats been a dream. Schweitzer, Sandpoint and Pend Dreille are absolutely gorgeous! Pack light, cause those stairs getting up to the main level are legit when carrying heavy suitcases and coolers. Also, we were pulling a side by side trailer and barely made it into the driveway cause it's a sharp and steep angle. Absolutely would stay here again or in the larger castle when it becomes available!
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10/10 Excellent

Meaghan C.

Too much good to list!

This place was so much fun. The pictures don't do it justice. It was remarkably clean for such a large space. There are certain little things that just made it special like the written tour guide of the decor. The dragon cake and flowers were so nice. The host was fantastic. Thank you for a lovely stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

Steve

Loved the castle as well as the dragon cake & flowers, a nice touch and much appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C., Maple Valley, WA

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

Incredible castle!

We were lucky enough to stay here during a big winter storm! This property is a magical castle and our group loved staying here. Its about a 20 minute walk from the resort or a 5 minute drive. The hot tub was relaxing and the place was comfortable. Just make sure to have a good car for driving in the snow since it can get icy. Thank you guys for an incredible stay ~
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Stay here!

What an incredible experience! Totally worth it! The antiques are also incredible. The WiFi is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody S.

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

Norman Is Fantastic

Great homeowner. Very kind, personable, and this castle is a one-of-a-kind property filled with all kinds of treasures. Really excited to make this an annual vacation for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Garry M.

Castle in heaven

This castle is truly magical. My wife and I loved ready about all the artifacts and enjoying the beautiful craftsmanship throughout. The personal touches with flowers and a gift left for us was truly unique and special. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay in a unique home

We all greatly enjoyed our stay at Chateau De Melusine. The unique building made for a lovely basecamp, with beautiful views and ski-in via The Spires trail network and ski-out via a short walk or ski (depending on snow conditions) to the Villagee access trail. The home itself is full of unique artifacts, and a trip to the owner Norman's dungeon next door is certainly in order if you have the opportunity. The dragon cake and fresh flowers he delivered on the first day of our stay were a welcome touch of hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison O.

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

Castle in the mountains

The communication with the property owner was stellar. The description of the property was accurate and the location was stunning. The castle was very unique and fun to explore. There were some cobwebs in the house and the hot tub didn’t seem to have been cleaned in a while and had quite a bit of scum around the edges. Overall it was a wonderful stay and we have a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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