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Enchanting SLC Home near Downtown & Ski Resorts

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Welcome to our enchanting 'Kensington Garden' home!
The gardens here are our pride and joy!
Comfy, well-appointed living spaces await
The open floor plan from a different vantage point.
Ready to watch  the game on TV?  This is the place.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Salt Lake City, UT
  • Popular LocationSalt Palace Convention Center7 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Utah8 min drive
  • Popular LocationVivint Arena8 min drive
  • AirportSalt Lake City, UT (SLC-Salt Lake City Intl.)13 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Enchanting SLC Home near Downtown & Ski Resorts

Ski trip? Convention? Visiting family? ‘Kensington Garden’ home is the perfect base for your trip to Salt Lake! Downtown is just a few minutes away. World-class ski and recreation destinations are a short drive up the canyons. After a hard day of work or play, return to this enchanting home-away and soak in the hot tub in the lush, private backyard while your group’s chef prepares your dinner in the well-stocked kitchen. This is the place to rest and relax in comfort and style.

Lavish gardens and bright living spaces are just some of the comforts Kensington Garden provides. As you unwind, you’ll have access to high-speed internet, Smart TVs, a full laundry, and much more. Having a hard time finding dog-friendly lodging? Our home, with its fully-fenced yard, welcomes your four-legged friends too.

Inside the 1,700 sq ft home, you’ll find an open-concept living and dining area, with a well-stocked kitchen to whip up great meals. The two large living areas are great for conversation or watching your favorite movies on the flat-screen TVs. The grand dining table will seat your whole group comfortably. Beautiful art, comfortable furniture, and lots of extras will enhance your experience.

Sore from walking, hiking, or skiing all day? Step outside into the private back garden and sip on a cocktail while you soak in the large hot tub.

Don’t feel like cooking? No worries—dozens of award-winning, world class restaurants are a few minutes’ drive away.

Come nighttime, any of the three well-appointed bedrooms offers dreamy beds for a great night’s rest. Two beautiful bathrooms make getting ready in the morning a treat.

Key Residence Features:
➢ Master Bedroom: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Other: Queen Sleeper Sofa
➢ Amenities include a fully-equipped kitchen, free WiFi, 2 flat-screen Smart TVs, lush gardens, furnished outdoor patio, 6-person hot tub, air conditioning, central heating, full laundry, starter pack of trash bags, paper towels, and toilet paper, private parking, and much more!
➢ Downtown convention center facilities, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment are a few minutes’ away. Ski and recreation destinations are a ½-hour drive up our beautiful canyons.
➢ Nearest Commercial Airport: Salt Lake International Airport (15 min drive).

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
Known for “The Greatest Snow on Earth,” the Salt Lake area has many of the best outdoor destinations on the planet! Here are just some of the beautiful places to visit:

SKI & RECREATION RESORTS:
➢ Snowbird - 23 miles
➢ Alta - 24 miles
➢ Canyons - 25 miles
➢ Solitude - 25 miles
➢ Park City - 28 miles
➢ Brighton - 28 miles
➢ Deer Valley - 30 miles
➢ Snowbasin - 44 miles
➢ Sundance - 49 miles

OTHER POINTS OF INTEREST:
➢ City Center - 3 miles (including Salt Palace Convention Center, Temple Square, City Creek)
➢ Red Butte Gardens - 5 miles
➢ Museum of Natural History - 5 miles
➢ Historic Sugarhouse - 2 miles
➢ Historic Trolley Square - 2 miles
➢ Salt Lake International Airport - 8 miles

There’s truly no end to the adventures along the beautiful Wasatch Front!

THE NEIGHBORHOOD OVERVIEW:
Kensington Garden is located in Salt Lake City proper. The surrounding neighborhood is lovely to stroll around. Liberty Park with its duck-ponds, walking trails, swimming pool, playgrounds, and Tracy Bird Aviary, is a 6-block walk from the home. Just a little farther past Liberty Park is the Herman Franks Dog Park where your pet can play off leash and romp with some new pals.

Salt Lake is easy to get around. Public transportation is only 1 block from the house. Groceries, shopping, dining, movies, and entertainment are all a quick Uber ride or drive from our place. We provide a City Guide binder at the home with all of our favorite options outlined for you!

Property manager

Paige Paulsen
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Languages

English
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Salt Lake City

this holiday home is located in Liberty Wells, a neighbourhood in Salt Lake City and is near theme parks. Hogle Zoo and Nightmare on 13th are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Trolley Square and City Creek Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Rice-Eccles Stadium or Vivint Arena. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Salt Lake City, UT

What's nearby

  • City Creek Center - 6 min drive
  • Salt Palace Convention Center - 7 min drive
  • Temple Square - 7 min drive
  • University of Utah - 8 min drive
  • Vivint Arena - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • 700 East Station - 3 min drive
  • Salt Lake Central Station - 8 min drive
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Amour Café - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ombu Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Thirst - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Enchanting SLC Home near Downtown & Ski Resorts have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Enchanting SLC Home near Downtown & Ski Resorts pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting SLC Home near Downtown & Ski Resorts?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting SLC Home near Downtown & Ski Resorts?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting SLC Home near Downtown & Ski Resorts located?

Located in Liberty Wells, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Salt Lake Community College and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Salt Palace Convention Center. Liberty Park and Tracy Aviary are also within 15 minutes. 500 East Station is 22 minutes by foot and 300 East Station is 23 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

shaun v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t beat the heat!
When we first arrived at the property it was as expected. Nice neighborhood, with a beautiful front yard. However, when walked through the door… we quickly looked for the climate control for the home. To our dismay, there was only a window cooler which wasn’t sufficient. We contracted the owner and she said to open the window and use three outdated fans! The home hot throughout our stay. The home needs central air system! There needs to be notification on Vrbo on what type of heating and cooling systems the property has.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Salt Lake
Wonderful home for family and dog! Quiet neighborhood and amazing location . Paige was very responsive to our questions and the home description was very accurate. Thanks so much.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house, great location
The house had plenty of space for my family of 4. Clean older home with a ton of character. Paige was very communicative before arrival which made check in a breeze. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

angie w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduated
Great for graduation celebration
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Vintage Home
Absolutely fantastic- 5 star rating from check in to check out!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter Visit
Cute, quiet neighborhood that is just a few miles away from downtown and the University. A great spot for visiting your Ute and/or skiing. We did both!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Historic Home
We stayed a weekend in this beautiful, comfortable home. Paige thought of everything and we wanted for nothing in our stay. Extra linens and wonderful family entertainment areas. Such a great stay! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base for exploring Salt Lake City
Clean and spacious property with very comfortable beds and well maintained hot tub. Close to the university and easy to get to all of Salt Lake City attractions including the mountains . Dog friendly! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay, great host
Hot tub and kitchen were good, bedrooms and entertainment great. Safe neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SLC House
The house was just as advertised. Clean and well maintained. Great location for getting to ski resorts and places downtown. Very close to SLC Airport. The host was very responsive and helpful. Great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K., Dana Point, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need
Great home with all the amenities and extras you will need for a nice vacation and a good nights sleep. Hot tub is nice and the neighborhood is quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Host and Property ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍
This property is in a great neighborhood🏠. Close to lots of places to explore including parks and restaurants 🍽. Paige our host should get ten stars. The backyard is beautifully maintained, enjoyable to sit and work outside on a laptop for us telecommuters. The downstairs suite offered a great place to relax, watch tv and unwind. Plus the beds are very comfortable. We would definitely stay here again. It’s on our SLC favorites❤️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Wonderful stay in SLC! This is a great, quiet road (minus the dogs next door). Our children enjoyed walking the sidewalks in the morning and the garden. Paige was extremely polite, we didn’t really need anything but she made us feel welcome. We will be using this property again whenever we visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lewis B., Santa Fe, NM

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house, great location
Clean house, great location, good communication
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruben G., San Francisco,CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snowy Spring Break
This Liberty Wells home worked out wonderfully for our family of five ( kids 3,7,9). Host was excellent in terms of communications and providing all the pertinent information we needed to make our stay go smoothly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home & everything you need!
My husband I stayed here, at Kensington Garden, with our 2 college age sons. It was a great way to be in SLC but also be in a walkable residential area. The place was nicely decorated and Paige had everything you would need for cooking, watching tv, and hanging out in a comfortable environment! We would definitely stay here again and recommend it highly!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henok A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski Haven
A great spot for us to come and enjoy an extended WFH + ski week!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mahala R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay over winter holidays!
This was a lovely property and the host was so responsive and helpful! We had several adults, a teenager, and two kids in our party and stayed here for the holidays while visiting local family, skiing, and exploring Salt Lake. The location is perfect, just a few blocks from Liberty Park, several great coffee shops, and only a 5-10 minute drive to pretty much anywhere else in the city. The layout of the house worked well for the large group, with some space for the little kids to play with their toys without being in the way of everyone else, as well as the basement for board game nights, laundry, and spending time together in the evening after the kids had gone to bed. The hot tub was lovely, with easy-to-use settings for heat and jets and cute little twinkle lights. The place was pet friendly, so we did bring one dog as well. The only downside was the kitchen space, which was too small for as many adults as we had, with the oven in an awkward space that only allowed for one person to cook at any given time, and not much counter space for food prep. It might also have been nice if there'd been a few toys/games for the kids (as it was, our local family simply went to the thrift store to pick some things up for the week, which worked fine). Overall, we all really enjoyed our stay here, would stay again, and would definitely recommend this property to others.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Winter Stay
The property was spacious and perfectly located on a quiet street with easy access to everything SLC has to offer in the Winter. The renovated downstairs area was very comfortable and a nice gathering space to relax. Paige was very responsive and attentive from booking through checkout.. Thanks for a great stay. We hope to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Niklas I., Saint Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication + very clean!
Paige was very communicative, and the property was very clean - we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Salt Lake City Summer
We stayed at Kensington Gardens for 6 weeks. The home is so charming. The gardens and back yard are beautiful and inviting. The house is as advertised, everything worked perfectly, no issues at all. My husband and I both worked remotely, the Wi-Fi was flawless. Even though the temperatures were routinely above 100, the evaporator cooler kept the house cool (I was surprised how well it worked). The location is fantastic. We walked to coffee shops, restaurants and the park. There is a Thursday evening farmers market at the park and we went every week. Paige is a great host. Easy to communicate with and willing to help if anything is needed. I miss the house already! We would definitely go back.
Stayed 40 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definite win, few things to know
This property was exactly as listed. Just close enough to walk to Liberty park which is great. 10/10 would stay again. Few things to know more as FYI: upstairs bed is fairly lumpy/worn and destroyed our backs until we tried the downstairs beds night 3 which are bothAMAZING. Sleep downstairs. The air cooler/fan system they have worked really well at end of June hot 90°s stay. Other somewhat negative is left sided neighbors have REALLY aggressive dogs that seem to spend 24/7 outside. They would bark and ram the gate whenever we were outside to the point of not wanting to spend time outside at all. We had dogs with us and it was so intense I had to watch their bathroom breaks to keep them from fence. Dogs did this when it was only humans outside too. Overall great house though and would stay again :) Just helpful to know those tidbits.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great dog friendly home.
House is super nice. It was set up with items that are super accommodating to travelers. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miranda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway Home
I loved everything about this home. The location, the size, and the hospitality of the homeowner. The only thing I can even think about complaining about is the upstairs got a bit warm without any cool air source. The downstairs stayed consistently cool the whole weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for a work trip
Visiting here from the UK for a work trip. Clean, spacious, comfy house with plenty of amenities and a cute backyard. The host was responsive and always helpful. Made some great recommendations for neighborhood gems.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Paige Paulsen

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Living in Utah is perfect for me because my family is here and I love the outdoors. I bike and play tennis in the summers, cross-country ski in the winter and hike and play pickle ball all year long.

I am licensed as a CPA and an accounting professor at Salt Lake Community College. I have a small business called Holistic Accounting where I not only do accounting for individuals and small businesses but I work with people and their money issues.

Why they chose this property

I bought this house specifically to rent out as a vacation property. This is the only house I have so I've made sure it's nice. I have enjoyed using my creative energy in decorating it. I have poured my love and nurturing into caring for this home and preparing it for each guest. This is the kind of house I would like to stay in if I were visiting Salt Lake. I like the location of this home because it provides quick access to pretty much everything I am interested in doing.

What makes this property unique

Located near downtown, the famous Sugarhouse Shopping District, Liberty Park, a Dog Park, Trolley Square, the 7th East thoroughfare, restaurants, Costco, yoga studio, walking paths and many more places of interest.

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English

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