Vacation Rentals by Owner

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Guest: Dana
Date of Stay: 02/13/12 Review Submitted: 02/15/12

What a great time we had at the Chalet du Soleil. Lots of great family memories created. My daughter loved snowboarding and we appreciated the perfect location for ski in and out each morning. We look forward to seeing you next time.

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Calgary, Canada

Guest: Deborah & Ted
Date of Stay: 12/30/11 Review Submitted: 02/15/12

Thanks so much, Heather! We enjoyed every minute of our week here! The rooms are all so attractive / the jacuzzi was magnificent / the fireplace with great dry wood added so much / and we were very grateful for the Christmas tree you produced! Thanks for making it such a memorable holiday!

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Best family ski house in Vail!

Guest: JW (St. Louis, MO)
Date of Stay: 12/10/11 Review Submitted: 02/13/12

I have been skiing all over the us for 20 years and this is still my favorite place to stay. As a repeat guest for many years I am treated as a family friend by the owners who always extend their warmest hospitality to everyone in our group. This classic ski chalet is perfect for families or groups with sleeping areas on 3 levels for added privacy. Great room with massive fireplace and lots of windows. You can watch the Lionshead gondola moving along. No parking hassles here, just walk to the lifts. Comfortable and convenient. Plus, the complimentary wine is excellent!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Fantastic Fall Weekend Getaway

Guest: GerryS (Denver)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11 Review Submitted: 12/10/11

My family (wife, 2 children ages 9 and 7) and I spent an awesome weekend this past fall at the Chalet du Soleil in Vail. You could not ask for a better location in the heart of Vail! We were able to enjoy mountain biking on the Vail race course, shopping and dining in Lionshead all within a few minutes walk from this location. The house has great European charm and with the newly renovated kitchen is perfect for cooking meals in. The owners look after all the details to include freshly pressed linens and a bottle of wine waiting for us on our arrival! As we walked into Lionshead, I imagined how perfect this location would be during ski season as you are literally a few minutes walk to the Lionshead Gondola. I'd highly recommend this property for any group or family looking for a great home to spend a relaxing vacation during any season in the heart of Vail!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect location and setting for family vacation

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/03/11 Review Submitted: 08/22/11

My family and I just spent several weeks at the Chateau and had a great time. The water feature is WONDERFUL and you can hear the creek from nearly every window, the views are wonderful, the location is perfect. The home itself is very comfortable and the owners are very attentive. It was easy for us to settle into a vacation routine and the Chateau was a perfect home base. Miss it already!

Owner response:Denise, thank you for your kind words. It is truly our pleasure to have had you stay at the Chalet and enjoy the beauty (and cool summer breeze!) in Vail. All the best to you! Heather Kehoe

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Guest: Joanie
Date of Stay: 04/07/11 Review Submitted: 04/15/11

Heather: We loved your "cabin" - it is so well-appointed and welcoming. The grandchildren loved the sledding and "snow fun" on the hillside when they weren't skiing. We had a great "tailgate" lunch yesterday -- I took sandwiches and drinks to the cul de sac below the gondola -- not a moment was wasted on the slopes and the weather has been perfect for full days of fun -- even a remarkable snowfall last night -- so beautiful!

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Guest: Joanie
Date of Stay: 04/07/11 Review Submitted: 04/15/11

From Centennial, CO, Austin, TX and Napa, CA, our families gathered to enjoy the Vail ski slopes and "just being together" in your warm and welcoming home - away from home! Couldn't have been better! A great start with complimentary wine and cheese! Julie, Coralee, Elaine (CO), John, Drew and Riley (TX), and "Nonie" (CA).

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Perfectly Relaxing Vacation

Guest: Gondoliers (Superior, CO)
Date of Stay: 03/28/11 Review Submitted: 04/02/11

We couldn't have been happier with the setup of this property. It truly feels like a home away from home, upgrades have been added smartly over the years without degrading from the ski house charm of the property. The owners were very gracious and made a point of being there to show us everything in person and checked in several times throughout the week to make sure everything was up to expectations. Adding to the experience, the ski slope is a short walk from the front door and you can access pretty much everything you want without using your car. We were spoiled rotten and would do this again in a heartbeat!

Owner response:Awesome! Thank you for your feedback. We're delighted to hear our accommodations were just what the doctor ordered...complete and utter relaxation! :-)

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Rhyner
Date of Stay: 03/13/11 Review Submitted: 05/26/11

Heather, Thank you very much for the memorable stay we had in Vail a week ago! To have family together in a beautiful setting and homey home was truly special. Our only hope is to return soon. Kathy Rhyner

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Guest: Hlavacs family from Cleveland, OH & Tampa, FL
Date of Stay: 02/16/11 Review Submitted: 02/22/11

Nick (9) & Ava (7) can outski us all at last! George O (5 m.) learned to love mushed apples & bananas here. He also has been a champ at altitude. Thanks for a great week. Teri, George M, George E, George O, Ava, Anna, Elaine

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Guest: Strzina group from Perth & Sydney, Australia
Date of Stay: 01/29/11 Review Submitted: 02/22/11

Thanks so much Heather, Thea & Fred, for your very warm hospitality. Everything from our initial enquiries to our arrival and now our departure has been a pleasant and friendly experience. We are impressed by how well our group of 11 was accommodated and all the small touches are much appreciated (condiments, spices, hairdryers, humidifiers, etc, etc. -- cheese, wine & crackers too!) The location of Chalet du Soleil is FANTASTIC. I hope we are able to return before too long -- the journey all the way from Down Under was well worth it, thanks to your wonderful hospitality. Warmest regards, Kerry & Vic Strzina & family & friends

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Feels Like Home

Guest: Steve (Mooresville, NC)
Date of Stay: 01/22/11 Review Submitted: 02/07/11

My wife and I recently returned from our first visit to Chalet du Soleil (1/2011). We had several friends visit and stay with us. All commented on how nice the property was. I read the reviews prior to securing this property for our vacation. I can now also add that the owners went the extra mile to make our stay comfortable. It truly did feel like home. We will definitely consider Chalet du Soleil for future vacations. Thank you, Heather and family, for your outstanding hospitality and attention to detail.

Owner response:We're so glad you had a wonderful time at the Chalet and great skiing in Vail! We aim to please! :-) We hope we'll see you again next ski season!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Millers & Stuckerts
Date of Stay: 01/18/11 Review Submitted: 01/20/11

We loved sharing a week in this wonderful Chalet with the Millers. I loved to be so relaxed and enjoying the fireplace and the fantastic views. Jim loved the skiing and the weather was so perfect. Hope we can return again someday. Thank you. Diane & Jim

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Guest: Miguel Martinez
Date of Stay: 01/10/11 Review Submitted: 01/14/11

Thanks for your hospitality Heather. We are so glad to return at Chalet du Soleil soon! My family and my partners has a wonderful vacation in Vail. Again thanks for all.

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Guest: "The Aussies"
Date of Stay: 01/01/11 Review Submitted: 01/02/11

David & Faye Kennedy & family -- Megan, Anna, Robert, Christy & Travis Thank you for such a wonderful Vail experience!! Your home is beautiful and was able to accommodate 7 adults comfortably. The special touches you added really made it feel like the Christmas season -- the TREE! and loaning us cooking pans to make our Christmas eve dinner feel like we're home. To Heather -- you really helped dad make this a family holiday to remember, thank you for your hospitality.

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Guest: Zoetmulder family
Date of Stay: 12/22/10 Review Submitted: 12/23/10

We, the Zoetmulder family, grandpa/ma from the Netherlands and Eric/Julianne and their children Alan, Charlie and Kate from Cory, NC had a wonderful week in the Chalet and Vail. 2 brilliant sunny days and 5 days with lots of snow. Excellent skiing and a very comfortable home to return to afterwards. For the grandparents, it is our first ski experience in the USA. Very unique. It was good fun to be with the 7 of us. Thanks Heather for your support. Thea, thanks for your hospitality. Jun & Anneke

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Amazing house

Guest: jwzoet (Cary, NC)
Date of Stay: 12/16/10 Review Submitted: 01/19/11

We have stayed in many condos in Vail and Park City, but I will never go back to them after staying in a real house that has such a great old fashioned ski feel with all the modern amenities in the kitchen and bath. We stayed here with our immediate family of 5 + 2 grandparents and had plenty of space. We used one bedroom as a ski room. We took the bedroom with the jet tub and our parents took the basement suite. The kids all stayed upstairs (room for 4 kids up there). I love that when you come in from skiing, there are benches to sit and take off your boots and a cabinet to store boots and skis. We loved the 3 couches so lots of us could stretch out. I like to cook and the kitchen was well equipped although I struggled a bit with the stove heating element. We enforced a no tv week so it was great for our kids to go out and play in the backyard making snow forts and sledding. The walk to the ski hill was perfect for the adults but took some coaxing for the kids (slightly uphill) but you won't regret the location especially for ski in ski out. Our kids are young 8, 6, and 4 and they could still make it work especially by the end of the week. They have hair dryers and plenty of towels and lots of extra spices/condiments in the cabinets that I did not have to purchase. Lots of games, magazines, books and the owners are very helpful. If we go back to Vail, I will definitely book here again. I've already told all my friends how great it was.

Owner response:It was delightful to meet you and have you stay at Chalet du Soleil! How special it is to have guests not only from all over the US but international as well...and in the same family this time! It would be our pleasure to host you again at the Chalet :-) FYI -- the stovetop knobs were stripped and they have now been replaced

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car.

Thanksgiving on the snowy slopes of Vail at the Chateau de Soleil

Guest: English Family (Tampa, Florida)
Date of Stay: 11/24/10 Review Submitted: 12/07/10

Our stay was wonderful (and far too short). This property was amazing! It really is mere steps from the ski run into Lionshead village, and an easy walk, even for an oxygen starved Floridian like myself. You can park the car for the whole time you are there (there's room for 2 or 3 cars). If you do feel the need to drive, there are two grocery stores within 2 miles and many general merchandise stores about 15 minutes away. The kitchen is beautifully done with very modern appliances. We had Thanksgiving dinner for 9 (including 3 kids under age 10) at the dining room table beside a warm fire in the very impressive fireplace. There was a huge TV for watching football too. The dishwasher made cleaning up pretty easy too. Everything went so well, it was the perfect way to relax with family for Thanksgiving dinner. After dinner, we stepped out on the deck just in time to watch the "Alpen Glow" of the sunset reflected off the tops of the Gore Range. Then back inside to the cozy comfort of one of three sofas to sleep off dinner. When time for sleeping really came around, everyone was comfortably tucked away. The kids slept upstairs (with their own sink for brushing their teeth) and my in-laws slept downstairs in the apartment that has its own kitchenette. My wife and I had the 'master' suite, and I have to tell you, there is a very pleasant (and romantic) hidden surprise in that room. I won't tell you what it is, as we enjoyed discovering it so much that I will let you find it the same way. For the next several days, everyone who wanted to spent plenty of time up on the slopes at Vail. My wife and I took the kids for hot chocolate in Lionshead village, and were tempted to try ice skating too. There's plenty of restaurants in the area, although they can be a little pricey. And with the guest house just a short walk up the road, we ate most of our meals in the house instead of in the village. Coming from Florida, this was a long trip for us and I was nervous about the arrangements. But all of our communications and questions for the owners were either answered immediately or we got a call back within minutes. Getting there from the Eagle/Vail airport turned out to be painless, and we got right in when we arrived. We asked the owners to make sure there was enough snow, and they even managed to make that dream come true! All in all, this was a very good value for the money, and a wonderful place to stay. We definitely will be going back.

Owner response:What a pleasure it was to have you at Chalet du Soleil! We look forward to welcoming you again on your next trip to Vail! Heather Kehoe, property manager

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Schorr

Guest: The Schorr family, Monroe, GA
Date of Stay: 04/09/10 Review Submitted: 05/02/10

Scott, Karen, Matthew, Austin and Weiss family don & Joedon and several nights with the Poletis, Shannon Beykeat Grace. Love the cabin -- so much thought and care to make our stay wonderful. 19 inches of snow made the skiing great.

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Guest: The Schorr family
Date of Stay: 04/09/10 Review Submitted: 05/02/10

Scott, Karen, Matthew, Austin and Weiss family Don & Joedan and several nights with the Poletis, Shannon Beykeat Grace. Loved the cabin -- so much thought and care to make our stay wonderful. 19 inches of snow made the skiing great.

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Lee

Guest: The Lee's, Destin, FL
Date of Stay: 04/03/10 Review Submitted: 05/02/10

We enjoyed our 2nd trip to the Chalet -- Great weather & lots of fresh snow for our last day -- upgrades were terrific! Thanks Heather!

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Guest: The Lee's
Date of Stay: 04/03/10 Review Submitted: 05/02/10

We enjoyed our 2nd trip to the Chalet -- Great weather & lots of fresh snow for our last day -- upgrades were terrific! Thanks, Heather!

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Livingston

Guest: Ben & Necy Livingston, Eads, Tn. (Memphis)
Date of Stay: 03/19/10 Review Submitted: 05/02/10

Had a wonderful week -- love the house! And LOVE the mtn. Will definitely return next year!!

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Guest: Ben & Necy Livingston
Date of Stay: 03/19/10 Review Submitted: 05/02/10

Had a wonderful week -- the the house! And LOVE the mtn. Will definitely return next year!!

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Guest: Marilyn & John Hales
Date of Stay: 03/06/10 Review Submitted: 03/06/10

A fun week for Marilyn & John Hales. Our friends Don Christiansen, Jodie & Cole Kendall joined us. We loved the new kitchen and TV. The skiing was great and we got thru the week without being hit by a snowboarder...it was close. Thank you for letting us stay in your mountain home.

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Kibel, Feb. 12-20, 2010

Guest: Charles Kibel, New York, NY
Date of Stay: 02/18/10 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

Great house, convenient to everything. Great stay, great snow, great mountain! Charles, Cole, Brandon, Jon, Josh, Rick

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Guest: Kibel
Date of Stay: 02/18/10 Review Submitted: 02/17/10

Great house, convenient to everything. Great stay, great snow, great mountain! Charles Kibel, Cole, Brandon, Jon Josh & Rick

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Guest: Strzina group from Perth & Sydney, Australia
Date of Stay: 01/29/10 Review Submitted: 02/22/11

Thanks so much Heather, Thea & Fred, for your very warm hospitality. Everything from our initial enquiries to our arrival and now our departure has been a pleasant and friendly experience. We are impressed by how well our group of 11 was accommodated and all the small touches are much appreciated (condiments, spices, hairdryers, humidifiers, etc, etc. -- cheese, wine & crackers too!) The location of Chalet du Soleil is FANTASTIC. I hope we are able to return before too long -- the journey all the way from Down Under was well worth it, thanks to your wonderful hospitality. Warmest regards, Kerry & Vic Strzina & family & friends

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Cullinan, Jan. 23-30, 2010

Guest: Kevin Cullinan, Wellesley, MA
Date of Stay: 01/29/10 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

Thank you so much for a lovely stay -- we had so much fun! Hope to come again! Kevin & Dotti Cullinan Margaret Szeryko Don Kegre

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Guest: Cullinan
Date of Stay: 01/29/10 Review Submitted: 01/28/10

Thank you so much for a lovely stay -- we had so much fun! Hope to come again! Kevin & Dotti Cullinan Margaret Szeryko Don Kegre

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Estes, Jan. 16-23, 2010

Guest: Estes & Garlinghouse families
Date of Stay: 01/23/10 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

Our 2nd trip to Vail and your vacation home! Love the new kitchen! Thank you! We had a fantastic time! John, Cezanne, Gail & Grace & Buzz Garlinghouse

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Guest: Estes
Date of Stay: 01/23/10 Review Submitted: 01/22/10

Our 2nd trip to Vail and your vacation home! Love the new kitchen! Thank you! We had a fantastic time! John, Cezanne, Gail & Grace & Buzz Garlinghouse

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Hermann, Dec. 26, 2009-Jan. 2, 2010

Guest: Ronald Hermann, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Date of Stay: 01/01/10 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

Been coming to this house for almost 20 years and just finishing another great trip with a new generation of kids. Jesse Hermann, Julie Keenan Sarah & Glenn Russell and families

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Guest: Hermann
Date of Stay: 01/01/10 Review Submitted: 12/31/09

Been coming to this house for almost 20 years and just finishing another great trip with a new generation of kids. Jesse Hermann, Julie Keenan Sarah & Glenn Russell and families

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Cannon, Dec. 19-26, 2009

Guest: Jim Cannon, Denver, CO
Date of Stay: 12/26/09 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

Note left at Chalet: Heather, Thank you for letting us in your "cool" cabin. We had a great time and wonderful family reunion. Stop by 616 Forest anytime and say "hello". Sorry we couldn't ski with you -- hurt my knee. Happy Holidays, Jim Cannon

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Guest: Jim Cannon
Date of Stay: 12/26/09 Review Submitted: 12/25/09

Note left at Chalet: Heather, Thank you for letting us in your "cool" cabin. We had a great time and wonderful family reunion. Stop by 616 Forest anytime and say "hello". Sorry we couldn't ski with you -- hurt my knee. Happy Holidays, Jim Cannon

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Meyer, Jul. 1-Aug. 15, 2009

Guest: Mary Angela Meyer, Houston, TX
Date of Stay: 08/14/09 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

Thanks for your hospitality - it was a wonderful summer! All the best, The Meyer family

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Guest: Meyer family
Date of Stay: 08/14/09 Review Submitted: 08/13/09

Thanks for your hospitality - it was a wonderful summer! All the best, The Meyer family

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Lee, Mar. 28-Apr. 13, 2009

Guest: James Lee, Miramar Beach, FL
Date of Stay: 03/28/09 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

Thanks for providing plentiful snow showers! & a wonderful location. The kids loved the yard & the snowmen have lasted until the very end! Baylee (cocker) has adapted well to the snow -- Florida won't be the same -- Thanks for your hospitality. Jim Lee, Gordon Bedwell, Laura Anderson & Lanie, Ashley & kids!

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Guest: Lee & Bedwell
Date of Stay: 03/28/09 Review Submitted: 03/27/09

Thanks for providing plentiful snow showers! & a wonderful location. The kids loved the yard & the snowmen have lasted until the very end! Baylee (cocker) has adapted well to the snow -- Florida won't be the same -- Thanks for your hospitality. Jim Lee, Gordon Bedwell, Laura Anderson & Lanie, Ashley & kids!

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Sallnow, Mar. 7-14, 2009

Guest: Chris Sallnow, UK
Date of Stay: 03/14/09 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

A splendid house for a family holiday. So comfortable and well equipped. We've had a great week's skiing! Carole & Chris Sallnow & family -- UK & Chicago

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Guest: Sallnow
Date of Stay: 03/14/09 Review Submitted: 03/13/09

A splendid house for a family holiday. So comfortable and well equipped. We've had a great week's skiing! Carole & Chris Sallnow & family -- UK & Chicago

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Hales, Feb. 28-Mar. 7, 2009

Guest: John Hales, La Crescenta, CA
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

The Hales family enjoyed another great week in Vail. Our members were fewer this year, but we still enjoyed the skiing and eating out. We missed the fox this year. We skied back at "Blue Sky" this year. It was incredible. We are glad our bodies are holding out...at our age we take it year by year. We love staying here. Thank you for sharing your Mountain retreat. (heart) Marilyn and John Hales, La Cresenta, CA Klane & Amber Hales - son Krista Paulson (daughter) Don Christiansen - friend Diana Paulson (grand-daughter)

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Guest: Marilyn & John Hales
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/28/09

The Hales family enjoyed another great week in Vail. Our members were fewer this year, but we still enjoyed the skiing and eating out. We missed the fox this year. We skied back at "Blue Sky" this year. It was incredible. We are glad our bodies are holding out...at our age we take it year by year. We love staying here. Thank you for sharing your Mountain retreat. (heart) Marilyn and John Hales, La Cresenta, CA Klane & Amber Hales - son Krista Paulson (daughter) Don Christiansen - friend Diana Paulson (grand-daughter)

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Crocker, Jan. 27-Feb. 3, 2009

Guest: Todd Crocker, Concord, MA
Date of Stay: 01/27/09 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

(Todd wrote) We arrived late Tuesday after lots of wind driving from Denver to this warm and hospitable home. We had bluebird skiing Thursday with a party of many skiing cousins - even our intrepid expedition to Minturn - a great adventure. Superbowl Sunday began with skiing and ended with cheering. So thanks, Heather, Thea and Fred for letting us in to share your cozy home. (Caroline wrote) Many thanks for your kindness and generosity - we have so enjoyed your Chalet du Soleil! Such fun!

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Guest: Todd & Caroline Crocker
Date of Stay: 01/27/09 Review Submitted: 01/26/09

(Todd wrote) We arrived late Tuesday after lots of wind driving from Denver to this warm and hospitable home. We had bluebird skiing Thursday with a party of many skiing cousins - even our intrepid expedition to Minturn - a great adventure. Superbowl Sunday began with skiing and ended with cheering. So thanks, Heather, Thea and Fred for letting us in to share your cozy home. (Caroline wrote) Many thanks for your kindness and generosity - we have so enjoyed your Chalet du Soleil! Such fun!

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Guest: Gerardo Lopez
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 12/31/08

(via email dated 1/19/09) Hi Heather, thank you very much. I have not forgotten you. I still owe you the Fox pictures. I am just having a slight problem retrieving my pictures from my camera. And I have been quite busy at work and have had no time to buy the magic cable that transfers the pictures to my computer. I will get to it sooner or later. We had a great time and enjoyed your place very much. How's the snow?

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Guest: Szabos & Garrett
Date of Stay: 03/29/08 Review Submitted: 03/28/08

Had a great week. We all enjoyed fox watching. Thanks, Chris, for helping with the computer. 6 Szabos & 1 Garrett Elizabeth Catherine

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Guest: Reemsynder & Northup
Date of Stay: 03/15/08 Review Submitted: 03/14/08

Great family reunion and a fabulous week of skiing! We love the house -- so very comfortable and inviting. Y'all are great hosts! Do continue to feed the fox -- he likes "Alpo" Prime Cuts in Gravy -- beef -- about 2-3 spoonfuls in the indentation in the snow at the edge of the deck. He shows up about 7pm each night! A bonus to each evening!! Thanks for telling us about watching the sunset from the top of the gondola -- it was spectacular! We all had a special week. Thank you! David & Judie Reensnyder, Blacksburg, VA Tres, Jim & Shea Reemsnyder, London, VA & Charlotte, NC Phyllis Northup, Munising, MI Erin Northup, Denver Matt Smith, Colorado Springs

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Guest: Reedy & Steele
Date of Stay: 03/15/08 Review Submitted: 03/14/08

We had a great time and great skiing. Thanks for your help. Enjoy the wine we left and keep the fox feedings going as he is now a pet. The Reedy & Steele & friends

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