Location: Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Golden, British Columbia Rockies, British Columbia, Canada (3 Hrs from Calgary on Trans-Canadian Hwy,10 Mins from Golden)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Loft + Den, 3 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Six Reasons to rent our home:
Rent 6 nights and get the 7th night free. That's right. Rent a whole week and you'll only pay for 6 days. Rent for 2 weeks and get two nights free. Rent 3 weeks and .... well, you get the idea.
"True" ski-in/ski-out home - We've rented places the called themselves ski-in/ski-out and find ourselves disappointed when the owners took liberty with the term. This home is a "TRUE" ski-in/ski-out home. You can ski down "Bail Out" trail, look to the left and see the back of the home. Turn you skis off the trail, ski down 40 feet and you are at the back door. And when you want to get back on the slopes, put the skis back on and ski out the neighborhood down to the gondola on a trail next to the road. You NEVER have to take a step except to cross the back door threshold going into the home. You don't have to ski the trees, you don't have to sit down or side step and you don't have to be an expert skier. Our home is the closest house on the mountain to a ski trail. Every other home at Kicking Horse is further away.
Kicking Horse Mountain - We love to ski and we love this mountain. The only mountain with better terrain (in our opinion) is Jackson Hole. The only mountain with better snow is Alta. The only place with a better view is Lake Louise. This mountain is the total package. It's huge and always has soft powder somewhere (even in spring). It has bumps, chutes, bowls, trees, glades, cornices, cliffs, terrain parks, back country and even bunny slopes, magic carpets, long meandering blues ("It's a 10" - 10 km long). We take several ski trips a year all over the US and Canada and chose Kicking Horse because it is the total package. Come try it (again) and we think you'll agree.
Hot tub - the hot tub is a must after a long (or short) day of skiing. The hot tub easily holds 8 people, is quiet and secluded tucked at the back corner of the house just 10 feet from the back door. No sharing the hot tub with a whole lodge full of guests. No neighbors next door looking right at the hot tub when you're using it. Turn on some music, have a glass of wine and submerse yourself in the warm water while breathing the cool mountain air (maybe snow is falling). The hot tub is checked and maintained every week so you don't have to worry about chemicals, if it's hot enough or if it's even working. It's ready, just add you.
Beds, Beds, Beds - We have lots of beds. Not pullout couches or air matresses but actual beds. And what beds they are. Three beautiful, huge King beds (poster and sleigh), a double trundle that can convert to a King, a double and if you still don't have enough, a futon that folds down to a twin. You'll have a great night's sleep and awake refreshed for a day on the mountain.
The View - The front dining area, balcony and Master bedroom window seat all have panoramic views of the Columbia river valley and the Canadian Rockies. Watch the sun rise up through the huge front windows while having your morning coffee. The home sits at the top of a circular road, at the highest point in the neighborhood so you command the best view.
In case you needed some other reasons:
- Heated wood and tile floors. Wake up, step off the edge of the bed to a warm, comfortable floor. No more freezing your feet running to the bathroom in the morning. No more putting on socks or shoes to go get breakfast.
- High Speed Internet, whole home wirelss and a computer and printer for your use. Surf the internet to see how much powder is going to dump tonight, check in for your flights and print your boarding pass, check out what band is playing at the local bar or shop for new skis...all from any room in the house, or on the computer that's included in the office.
- Entertainment. Air hockey, table tennis and pool table await you down in the den. Start a nice wood fire in the stove and everyone hang out and play games. We have lots of board games, cards and puzzles for your use. We also have a collection of movies and three TV's throughout the house all with sattelite TV service. Maybe go sledding with the whole family. You won't be bored.
Google maps coordinates - 51 17' 59.50"N, 117 03' 28.15"W
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer: Standard Dryer on bottom and Drying Center on top to dry gloves, jackets, shoes, boots and hats. Perfect for those ski clothes.
- Linens Provided
- Garage: 2 Car garage with heated floors.
- Off Street Parking: In addition to garage, driveway can hold 3-5 additional cars
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed (4) : 4 beatiful king beds. One can be split into 2 twin beds.
- Double Bed: One double bed in loft.
- Convertible Bed: Downstairs gameroom has a futon that folds down into a twin bed.
- Crib: Childs pack'n'play is available.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : Main living room has large screen TV with surround sound, 5 disk DVD/CD player and satellite TV. Two bedrooms have satellite TV and one bedroom has DVD player.
- DVD (2)
- Video Library: Lots of DVD's to choose from.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub: Beautiful secluded private 8+ person hot tub located just a couple steps from the back door.
- Pool Table
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Marble countertops and all the amenities.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: All the pots and pans, cooking equipment you need to make any meal. For one or many.
- Refrigerator: Side by side refridgerator with ice-maker and water dispenser.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Front deck has propane BBQ grill that is connected to the house propane. No need to deal with tanks. Just turn on, light and grill.
- Deck/Patio: Large deck with stunning view of the Columbia river valley. Best of all, the deck has in floor heat. You can walk in your bare feet in the middle of winter.
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Gorgeous view of the Columbia River Valley and the majestic Canadian Rockies.
- Ski-In: Ski directly to the back door from Bail-out trail. Take your skis off and your next step can be across the back door threshold.
- Ski-Out: Ski directly from the house to the base of the Gondola, no walking required.
- Communications
- Telephone: Unlimited local calls. Long distance requires a calling card.
- Computer: Brand new Dell Inspiron computer provided for guests to use.
- Broadband Internet: High speed DSL is included with this house.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Bring you laptop or other wireless device and stay connected anywhere in the house.
- Other Amenities
- Heated floors, slate floors, wood floors, granite countertops, granite window sills, TV's in bedrooms, dryer with drying center, ski to gondola, ski right to the hot tub and back door, 5 minute walk (or ski) to 5 restaurants, 3 bars, gondola, day lodge, rental shop, lift ticket office, general store, mountain bike trails and horseback riding outfit. Just a short gondola ride to world class Eagles Eye Restaurant. Short chairlift ride to Grizzly Bear refuge. 20 km of groomed Dawn Mountain cross country ski trails are 100 yards from home. "Bail Out" ski trail is right behind home, no home is closer to the trail than this one. As the highest home in the neighborhood, the home commands the best views of the Columbia and Kicking Horse rivers and the Purcell and Dogtooth mountain ranges.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Extra deposit and rate increase required.
- Kid Friendly: High Chair and Crib are included in this rental.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 year minimum for primary renter.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Absolutely no smoking allowed in the home.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Jet boat up the kicking horse river. There is a Grizzly Bear Habitat right on the mountain. You can walk to it from this house. Catch a glimse of "Boo", the local grizzly in his habitat right on the mountain.
Rate Details (In Canadian Dollars)
Jun 02, 2009-Sep 19, 2009 .. $500/night (2 night minimum)
Sep 20, 2009-Dec 3, 2009 .. $400/night (2 night minimum)
Dec 4, 2009-Dec 17, 2009 .. $600/night (2 night minimum)
Dec 17, 2009-Jan 03, 2010 .. $900/night (4 night minimum)
Jan 04, 2010-Jan 31, 2010 .. $650/night (3 night minimum)
Feb 01, 2010-Mar 15, 2010 .. $750/night (3 night minimum)
Mar 15, 2010-Apr 18, 2010 .. $550/night (3 night minimum)
Apr 19, 2010-Jun 01, 2010 .. $350/night (2 night minimum)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2009
We are two avid skiers who bought our house for ski trips with family and friends and eventual retirement. To help pay the bills we rent it out when we aren't using it. We first skied at Kicking Horse in 2004 as part of our yearly ski trip with friends - that year trying out the eastern side of the Canadian Rockies. We had skied Whistler a couple of times and knew we loved Canadians. They are so nice, cheerful and friendly people. Our day at Kicking Horse was the favorite of everyone on the trip. We couldn't believe how great the snow was, how big the mountain was and how few people there were. My wife and I actually got engaged at the top of Lake Louise. She asked me to marry her and I said yes and she presented me with candy lollipop rings (we later upgraded them). Anyway, we looked at buying at the time but weren't in a financial position to do so. But in 2009 we were in a much better position and so we decided to come back to double check if everything we remembered about it was true. It was and we happened to stumble upon a great deal on this home and jumped at the opportunity. With any life changing event there is always a little voice that wonders if you are doing the right thing. That voice went away and never came back after we had to stop for a black wolf in the middle of the road between Banff and Golden. We knew this was the place for us. We hope that you will consider experiencing our wonderful home and get as much enjoyment out of it as we do.
Why the Owner Chose Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
We love to ski and Kicking Horse has some of the best skiing in North America. We absolutely love the snow and varied terrain of Kicking Horse. And the views are to die for.
The Unique Benefits of this House
You cannot find a home at Kicking Horse Resort that is a better ski-in/ski-out location than this.
Property Photos
- Main view of home from street - Golden Vacation House in British Columbia, Canada - Ski In and Ski Out with a Mountain View
- Cozy up by the fire in the living room - Golden Vacation House in British Columbia, Canada - Ski In and Ski Out with a Mountain View
- Wake up to a cup of coffee and a spectacular sunrise over the Columbia Valley - Golden Vacation House in British Columbia, Canada - Ski In and Ski Out with a Mountain View
- You'll be asleep as soon as your head hits the pillow of any of our 4 king beds
- Relax and enjoy some wine in the private secluded 8 person hot tub.
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Sherry Price , Calgary, AB
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It was our pleasure Sherry. We're happy you enjoyed the place. Please come back sometime.
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