WINNER OF TOP 10 VACATION HOMES 2022!

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This is where your ski in ski out begins!

This is where your ski-in and ski-out begins.

View from the living room window. XCountry trail begins right across the street

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Gym
Hot tub
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace

Explore the area

Golden, British Columbia

Golden Eagle Express Gondola
‪12 min walk‬
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
‪14 min walk‬
Stairway to Heaven Chair Lift
‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Bunk Beds

Media Room with beds

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

VRBO gave this property a spot on their first ever Top Ten Canadian Vacation homes list in 2022. This is truly a unique thoughtful home. Furnishings and original art create a home that is clearly loved. It has been described as a late 60's early 70's, Scandinavian ski home. There are two master bedrooms upstairs with king sized beds. A bunk room downstairs that sleeps six, and an additional three beds in the TV room.
The mudroom is equipped with built in boot and glove dryers for twelve.
The kitchen is a chef's paradise. Stocked with nearly all imaginable tools and small appliances for even the most experienced chefs , including an outdoor wood burning pizza oven.
The home is wired for sound.
The garage has been turned into the 'Tournament Ping Pong' ,fitness room available to use at your own risk.
There is a eight person hot tub outside as well as an electric sauna.
Living areas are perfect for large groups as well as intimate small gatherings.

Property manager

Blair

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14

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

Property Registration Number H788358414, 291628523

About the area

Golden

Golden is home to this holiday home. Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge and Golden Skybridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Burges James Gadsden Provincial Park and Columbia River. Travelling with kids? Consider Northern Lights Wildlife Wolf Center, or check out an event or a game at Golden and District Recreation Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Golden, British Columbia

What's nearby

Golden Eagle Express Gondola - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Golden and District General Hospital - 18 min drive - 14.7 km
Golden Skybridge - 21 min drive - 17.7 km
Stairway to Heaven Chair Lift - 30 min drive - 7.9 km

Restaurants

‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min drive
‪A&W Golden - ‬19 min drive
‪Subway - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WINNER OF TOP 10 VACATION HOMES 2022! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WINNER OF TOP 10 VACATION HOMES 2022!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WINNER OF TOP 10 VACATION HOMES 2022!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WINNER OF TOP 10 VACATION HOMES 2022! located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Golden is within a 15-minute walk of Pioneer Chair Lift and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Golden Eagle Express Gondola and Catamount Chair Lift are also within 15 minutes.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

1 April 2025

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

Beautiful Home

We really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful Home. Wonderful kitchen. Great Bedrooms and Bathrooms. Super Clean. very convenient to lifts and base.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

25 February 2025

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

Simply Incredible

We had a great time at this truly ski in /ski out home. Every possible convenience was available. Beds were the best we've slept on at a VRBO. Could not recommend highly enough!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane B.

11 February 2025

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

Exceptional Property, perfect for a family and friends get away!

This house is truly exceptional. Every detail is well thought out. The design and the decor is modern, cool and very comfortable. The ski in ski out location is outstanding. We LOVE this home and would love to return….

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blane S.

4 February 2025

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

Great well equipped property

Excellent kitchen setup with everything you would need to cook amazing feasts

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harvey M., Calgary

26 March 2023

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

Exceptional home and location!

Our favourite ski chalet experience in North America- by far!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill G., Calgary, Canada

27 March 2024

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

Great ski in/out location.

This house was perfect! We had a large group with both kids and adults and the house was so perfect and well equipped. Easy to get to the base for skiing and the kids were in heaven in the bunk rom together. Highly recommend for a big group!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane P.

8 April 2024

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

Amazing once again

We love this house. This was our 3rd time staying there. Best place in Kicking Horse. Feels like a 2nd home to us now. Owners are wonderful.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry v.

21 February 2018

Fabulous time

We had a great stay - everyone loved it. Lots of space and loved ski in/out. Would thoroughly recommend and look forward to coming back again soon.

Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Harrison W.

12 April 2023

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

Great place to enjoy the mountain and get away from the city

Amazing property that at every corner of it is breathtaking. there is a custom feeling towards the property of happiness and togetherness that you feel when enjoying the amenities. Highly recommend this great home for others to enjoy.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane P.

19 February 2020

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

Excellent stay @ the Owl's Nest in KHMR

This is our 2nd stay and we plan to return again. First class all the way! Very well appointed home with lots of space, comfort, amenities. Great location

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melani G.

5 January 2023

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

Extraordinary home and location

This home exceeded our every expectation from the two master bedrooms (perfect for a two family vacation), the kitchen and gym that had everything you can think of, to the amazing bunk bed, excellent for a crew of kids of any age! We would go back anytime.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

24 February 2025

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

The perfect ski chalet!!

This house is amazing!! The most well thought out house we have stayed in! House perfectly set up for 2 families to stay in, the bunk bed room is perfect for the kids each with it's own cubby area for their things (We had all adult kids that fit perfectly in their bunk beds, 4 parents and 9 young adult kids). Media room is great for hanging out and watching TV, everyone could lounge comfortably. Ping pong table kept kids happy. Upstairs, the kitchen is extremely well appointed, there was nothing we were missing. TONS of room for everyone in the kitchen/dining area. Two large master bedrooms each with their own ensuites. Massive dressing room area for taking off your ski stuff after a beauty day at the hill, complete with each station having boot and mitt dryers. Ski right down to the gondola and stop in for lunch. Hot tub and sauna right outside the door. This house couldn't have been more well thought out. BEAUTIFUL place to stay, can't wait to come again!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derrick G., Edmonton

1 February 2023

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

Apres Ski Heaven

Deluxe home, amazing sound system, too many luxuries to list. Super well built and very well decorated! Home has it all! A real Rocky Mountain beauty!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY D.

6 February 2023

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

Kicking It at Kicking Horse

Great Ski House, space, style and all appointments you would expect. Really is Ski In/Ski Out. Great Art. When we return to KH we will rent again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jakob M.

25 February 2023

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

Ideal Winter Getaway

What a dream. This gorgeous ski in/out was the perfect destination for a wedding proposal. After spending the day on the hill, the ability to relax in the hottub/sauna was much appreciated. Tastefully decorated with eye-stopping artwork in every room. We will absolutely be back to celebrate future anniversaries!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paule D.

12 March 2019

AMAZING HOUSE!!!

The perfect set-up!! Ski-in Ski-out, everything that we needed was there (and more) The quality of the construction, design, lay-out and of the furniture is fantastic! Highly recommended! The only negative point was the poor quality of the Internet connection.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anton S.

27 January 2024

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

Wonderful Kicking Horse home

We have travelled from Sydney, Australia and have been absolutely thrilled. The house is beautifully designed and thoughtfully appointed. You have thought of everything! We've absolutely loved it, and especially the fire, ping pong, spa, and interesting art. Such a stunning home. We've also loved the thrills of the mountain. What a special place you've created in such a special setting. Thank you for opening up your home. Warm regards Anton, Anita, Cy and Saskia.

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane P.

29 March 2019

Another wonderful family ski vacation @ KH

This is our 4th time @ KH and this is by far the best home we've had. The owners have thought of everything you would ever need. The music system is great, the kitchen has every utensil and cooking tool you will ever need. The beds are very comfortable and the location is great with easy ski-in and the ski-out isn't difficult either though there are a couple of flats you need to pole through. The owners are very accommodating and respond quickly to any requests. We definitely want to book this home again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Crawford P.

8 July 2023

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

Amazing Property and Hosts!!!

Our family (2 adults and 2 adult children and one teen child) thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Kicking Horse. Blair and Tara's home is perfect. The gourmet kitchen, the fantastic master suites, the incredible bunk room, and the media room were all awesome. Also, the back porch with the pizza oven was a favorite hangout. Additionally, the stream in the backyard is quite soothing to listen to and really provides an incredible ambiance. We would HIGHLY recommend this home and Blair and Tara are consummate hosts! Our days were consumed with activities in and around Kicking Horse. We spent time at Eagle's Eye restaurant (top of Kicking Horse resort), played golf at Golden Golf Club (unbelievable course in fantastic shape - including a putt-putt course in the back of the clubhouse), Lake Louise, Banff, hiking in and around the area, whitewater rafting the Kicking Horse River. All around fantastic trip!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harvey M., Calgary

26 March 2022

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

Outstanding property

Excellent experience in this amazing home. Looking forward to next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

21 March 2022

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

Amazing Stay

The house was even better than advertised, great location and well appointed with everything you could possibly need for a weekend away. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

14 March 2022

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

Incredible!

We had an amazing stay, absolutely in awe of this property and all of its amenities.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

26 February 2022

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

Maison extraordinaire

La maison est immense et très bien aménagée. Tout le nécessaire est dans la maison (vaisselle, condiments, épices, shampooing, savon, etc). Je louerais à nouveau cette maison n’importe quoi!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrington G.

22 February 2022

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

Kicking Horse

We had a great time staying in this wonderful house in Kicking Horse. The house is perfectly located for a ski in/ski out trip and is very well furnished.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

16 February 2022

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

Beautiful Home

Staying at Blair's house was an absolute treat. Kitchen is well stocked with anything you might need, kids loved the all the bunkbeds. Would defiantly be returning.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Blair

We are a family of 5 from Edmonton, Alberta. We initially were introduced to the hill 21 yrs ago when we purchased a unit in Whispering Pines. We weren't skiers but loved the idea of doing an activity together as a family. As you can imagine our boys went from skiing in between our knees to leaving us behind rapidly.

Why they chose this property

We loved our townhouse in Whispering Pines but would often walk around the different strata's and even look at homes for sale wishing for a bit more space so we could host family and friends. We were never satisfied with the inventory , feeling some spaces were needlessly large and overbuilt for weekend getaways. We enlisted a close friend to design and build Owls Nest and have been more attached to KH than ever.

What makes this property unique

The attention to detail in this home makes it hard to leave. Every room is cozy and comfortable and beautifully designed and furnished. We have had three families in this home at once with every bed filled and never did we fill crowded. The kitchen is perfect for family buffet style eating, and the two dishwashers and space helps make clean up easy. There are many areas to hang out in; you can always find the peace or the "party" you are looking for.
Ski in literally to back door.
We love sitting in the pumpkin chairs with morning coffee and gazing down the valley.
Coming up the stairs to the heart of the home always brings warmth and joy to us all.

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Media Room with beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

About this property