Location: Private Homes, Deer Valley, Utah, USA (SLC Airport 40 mins; Park City, & Deer Crest Gondola 10 mins) View Map
Accommodations: House with Guest House, 6 Bedrooms + Attached Unit, 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 12-15)
First, read what the coach of The Colorado Stampede - a U.S girls' fastpitch softball team - said this summer: "This is the most amazing place I have ever seen. So peaceful. The first night, I had the very best sleep that I have had in a long time and woke to the most amazing morning here at Stargazer. The Colorado Stampede will always remember our daily team hikes in the hills spotting wildlife and our nightly campfires making s’mores! Thanks so much for allowing us to stay at Stargazer. Everything was awesome! We love it and can't wait until next year."
Looking for a completely private retreat where you can relax with your family, friends, or colleagues away from the crowds - yet be just ten minutes from Olympic venues,fabulous slopes and summer activities, magnificent dining, and great shopping? A place for the perfect family gathering or corporate retreat? Stargazer Ranch is the place to come!
Located on 46 acres above the Jordanelle Reservoir, just minutes east of Deer Valley and Park City, Stargazer Ranch has a four bedroom primary residence with an adjoining two bedroom guest house, so families, friends, and colleagues can enjoy privacy as well as togetherness.
The main house has a cathedral-ceiling living room with a river rock fireplace, a library, a large gourmet kitchen, a game room with surround-sound Home Theatre TV, and a dining room that seats 12. The master bedroom also has a large river rock fireplace. The guest house has its own living room, dining area, and kitchenette. Featured in "Leading Estates of the World," and furnished with leather, Turkish rugs, Chinese antiques, and artifacts from around the world, Stargazer Ranch is a comfortable yet elegant setting for your next vacation.
Drive through spectacular scenery on your way to and from the slopes, and when you arrive at the ranch, enjoy a cozy fire, take in the wildlife and panoramic views from the large outdoor hot tub on the deck, or watch the kids sled or build a snowman out back.
Stargazer Ranch is an ideal location from which to access the excitement of the Sundance Film Festival and the Jordanelle Reservoir, as well as miles of great downhill and cross country skiing and snowboarding. In summer, the Jordanelle provides all types of boating, swimming, and water-skiing - and the High Uinta Mountains (a wilderness area of crystal mountain lakes, rushing waterfalls, and meadows full of alpine flowers) are just 35 minutes away. Mountain breezes and low humidity make Stargazer Ranch the perfect summer locale.
Maid service is available (for an additional fee) if requested. All linens, dining and cooking ware, and firewood are included. Just bring yourselves, your clothes and equipment, your groceries... and your expectation that a great time awaits!
WHAT OTHER GUESTS HAVE SAID: "The house and the location were just incredible!! The snow, the mountains, the accessibility to Park City -- it was just awesome..." "This was a sheer delight! We absolutely intend to return to Stargazer many times..." "Everything was perfect...the setting is beautiful...the house accommodates all ages...one of the best vacations our family has had..." "Freedom & solitude...a great time!"
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: 2 2-car garages
- Wood Fireplace (2) : Fireplaces are gas-started, wood-burning
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (4)
- Double Bed
- Bunk Bed (2)
- Crib: Pack n Play
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3)
- DVD (2)
- VCR (2)
- CD Player (2)
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Foosball
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Every appliance you could possibly need. 2 coffee pots; 2 ovens, beautiful serving dishes
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2)
- Dishwasher (2)
- Microwave (2)
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View: see nothing but sky and mountains from the house. A view from every window.
- Communications
- Telephone (6)
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Free, throughout house
- Other Amenities
- Be sure to click on "MORE PHOTOS, " Fireplace, Gas BBQ, 2 Garages, Outdoor hot tub, Indoor jacuzzi, Deck, Vaulted ceilings
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Snowshoeing, Sleigh rides
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Low Season ...... (Apr 01-Dec 18**) ........... $ 500/night.
Regular Season .. (Jan 05-Mar 31) ............. $ 875/night.
Holiday Season .. (Dec 19-Jan 03) ............. $1200/night.
** EXCEPT the July 4th holiday & Thanksgiving.. $ 550/night.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1999
Why the Owner Chose Private Homes
Utah has, of course, "The Greatest Snow on Earth" - and our home is just 40 minutes from the Salt Lake airport. Many airlines fly here non-stop. Skies are nearly always "Utah Blue" and the high desert climate (chilly in the morning, delicious during the day, and chilly at night - at every season), with its low humidity, makes it perfect.
The Unique Benefits at this House with Guest House
For us, it's all about family! In the winter, of course, we ski - we love the fires and the hot tub - and the grandchildren can play to their hearts' content on our 50 acres, while their parents relax indoors. In the summer, we run a "Cousins' Camp" for all the grandchildren, who come from all over the country. We don't allow their parents to come! We have the most wonderful time: hiking, biking, swimming at the Kamas Swim Center 5 min away, boating on the Jordanelle, rafting, etc. And there's nothing so wonderful as having the whole place to ourselves - the big sky, the mountains, the crisp air (even on summer mornings and evenings)...and the peacefulness. Ahhhhh...
4 big pools; a 2-story slide; a "river";a jungle gym. A climbing wall; an indoor track; a weight and machines workout room
Owner's Map of Private Homes
Home base is Washington, DC - but Bud is often somewhere else in the world, lending his expertise on energy issues, nation-building and peacekeeping. Jonda devotes time and energy to civic activities - and then we also travel for pleasure...
Property Photos
- Exterior of House - Deer Valley, UT - Utah Vacation Home Rentals - Near Park City!
- View From Front Door -Winter - Deer Valley, UT - Utah Vacation Home Rentals - Near Park City!
- Living Room - Deer Valley, UT - Utah Vacation Home Rentals - Near Park City!
- Dining Room
- Kitchen
- Library
- Game Room
- Master Bedroom
- Guest House Living Room
- Guest House Master Bedroom
- Hot Tub Fun in the Snow
- Bunny on the Woodpile
- Moose - taken by front pond
- "Poet's Corner"
- Back Deck
- Sunset!
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #2479
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