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Hot Tub Time Machine! - The Soul Pad of Sun Valley

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Enjoy a cold beer after skiing, or a romantic glass of champagne under the stars
Living room with Apple TV, surround sound, pellet stove, all lighting on dimmers
master bedroom with private deck and hot tub - escape to the tropics
Living room and dining area from stairs
Living room with Apple TV, surround sound, pellet stove, all lighting on dimmers

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4960 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

dowstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo

master

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hot Tub Time Machine! - The Soul Pad of Sun Valley

So cozy, you could fall in love with yourself. Great location. Great vibe. Private Hot Tub on upper deck. Waterbed. Apple TV. Surround sound. Groovy WiFi. Desks in both bedrooms to accommodate remote workers. Games. Walk to town, free shuttle to skiing.
Please check in with me to see about availability - .... sorry, there is a 31 day minimum stay (but also enjoy 1/3 off the total price! with that)

Escape to Sun Valley and this soul pad retreat with character. Nestled away near a park so it's quiet (birds sing even in the winter!), yet walking distance to town. Beautiful (relatively) new maple hardwood floors, granite counter tops, accented with art and treasures from over 20 years of globetrotting.

The Soul Pad is going to take a bit of a break from short term rentals in the future. We will, however, entertain stays longer than 31 days, or for the entire ski season. Please inquire and let's start a chat. Additional discounts for stays 4 months or more. Now available for booking throughout 2024.

There is nothing better than your own private hot tub on the upper deck, right off the master bedroom. Your white robes are waiting. You can see the milky way and the Sun Valley firework shows from the hot tub. When was the last time you slept in a waterbed? This ain't your college waterbed, though, as this has waveless baffles and a support floatation mattress on top, and soft bamboo sheets. Warm and snuggly in the winter, and so comfortable, you won't be able to get out in the morning.

Perhaps, though, for a hot tub and morning coffee? There is grass cloth on the ceiling to give the feeling of being in a tropical jungle treehouse. Watch the snow fall on the trees without getting out of bed. Trees by slider window create privacy screen. New additions: an electric fireplace above the bed, and a bluetooth speaker lamp.

The downstairs bedroom has a private patio for a snow entry, and covered gear and bike storage if you like. Washer dryer.

Long couch is great for napping. Coffee table is on wheels, so you can easily move and do yoga by the fire. Walk to the free shuttle ( 2/3 min) that will whisk you right to the bottom of Warm Springs lift. The walk to the bus near the condo is way less than the walk from the River Run parking lot to the River Run lifts!

I hope you enjoy my home as much as I do.

Sorry, no pets. There has been so much damage from "well behaved pets", that I can no longer absorb all the damage, and can't handle the stress of worry with the new leather furniture.

There is strict cancellation policy. This is not a hotel with multiple rooms. If you book it, it's blocked off on the calendar, and thus I'm turning multiple people away. Thanks for understanding. If there is a chance that you might have to cancel, then it's best not to block it out on the calendar, because then I'm left high and dry.

No parties. No sublets. No overnight visitors without mention during booking. Thank you.

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ketchum

Located in Ketchum, this condo is in the city centre and on a river. Gail Severn Gallery and Gallery DeNovo are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sun Valley Center for the Arts and PK's Ski and Sports. Argyros Performing Arts Center and Sawtooth Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Ketchum, ID

What's nearby

  • Sun Valley Center for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gail Severn Gallery - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sun Valley Visitor Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sun Valley Ski Resort - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • River Run Day Lodge - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wiseguy Pizza Pie - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Grumpy's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sawtooth Brewery Public House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Kneadery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Johnny G's Sub Shack - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot Tub Time Machine! - The Soul Pad of Sun Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hot Tub Time Machine! - The Soul Pad of Sun Valley?

As of 5 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hot Tub Time Machine! - The Soul Pad of Sun Valley on 1 Jul, 2026 start from S$257, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hot Tub Time Machine! - The Soul Pad of Sun Valley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hot Tub Time Machine! - The Soul Pad of Sun Valley?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot Tub Time Machine! - The Soul Pad of Sun Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hot Tub Time Machine! - The Soul Pad of Sun Valley located?

Located in the heart of Ketchum, this golf condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Sun Valley Center for the Arts, Gail Severn Gallery, and Gallery DeNovo. PK's Ski and Sports and Big Wood Golf Course are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

An idyllic five week stay

Our stay was fabulous. The condo is well-appointed, quiet, unique, and in a great location for walking to downtown. Communication with Thia was excellent. We were able to work remotely, and then reach spectacular trails in under half an hour. The hiking to remote alpine lakes was some of the best of our lives. Hard to beat the Ketchum lifestyle in the summer!
Stayed 34 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Superb Chill Pad

My hubby and I so enjoyed the condo. Very comfortable, cool vibe, perfect walk to stretch the legs for groceries, a movie in town, to catch the shuttle for a lift to the lifts or just for fun! Clean, comfy, fun, great music selection, cool art, and superb landlord. Not only would I suggest this rental to others - we will be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

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

Location, Vibes and All You Need

We had an amazing time at the Soul Pad. The space has the kind of style and detail you’d expect from a boutique hotel in Tulum or Phuket—warm, thoughtfully decorated, and full of personality. It’s in a perfect spot: walking distance to downtown Ketchum for restaurants, coffee, and shops, but crucially on the north side of town, so when you head out to the lakes or trailheads, you’re immediately on your way with no traffic headaches.Unlike a lot of vacation rentals, you can tell someone actually lives here—the knives are sharp, the pans work, and the water pressure is great for a post-adventure shower.We’d come back in a heartbeat—this place is a gem.
Stayed 35 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Fantastic!

This was our second month long stay in Sun Valley and it was fantastic. The host was super and very responsive. Her lovely condo was extremely clean and had everything we could possibly want. Luxury towels, excellent kitchen supplies and you can’t beat the location. Walking distance to the bus. The best part—a hot tub right outside your bedroom door. Highly recommend
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Laura I.

A Hideaway Haven During Our Vacation

Our week at the Soul Pad was delightful, comfortable and uniquely relaxing. The thoughtful details in the decorating made our stay an exploration in world travel, with my young daughters fascinated by the many cool items Thia has collected in her globe trotting. The quality of bedding and towels kept us truly comfortable. Sleeping in a waterbed and having an en suite private outdoor Jacuzzi available at any moment made the stay feel like a true get away - I especially appreciated evening star gazing from the Jacuzzi. The home is well located for accessing the many activities on offer, while also being tucked into a quiet and green part of town. A wonderful place to stay when visiting Sun Valley/Ketchum!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J I.

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

Beautiful home and location

Thia is such a generous host! Left us all the ingredients for cookie baking - from a local mix to the egg and butter. So thoughtful. Her home is like a curated museum full of beautiful art and items from around the world. The location was perfect - walking distance to good food, river, running paths. The hot tub was a great amenity and the waterbed was awesome. The kitchen is so well stocked - all the spices and pans, oil, you need to cook. I’d highly recommend the stay if you need something in Ketchum.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

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

True to its name

The soul pad is a cumulation of beautiful travel artifacts and tells the story of Thea’s life. This is not your normal boring VRBO. It is cozy, comfortable and has everything you may need (and more). This was our first experience sleeping on a water bed… and don’t know if we’d do that again, but everything else was amazing! Thank you Thea for being flexible and being very easy to communicate with!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Thia K.

"We had a great time and ...

"We had a great time and truly enjoyed staying at your beautiful condo. We all enjoyed looking at the pictures, art, and travel momentos on the walls and around the condo. The kids were also entraced by the lave lamps. The weather, skiing, food, and shopping were all good and made for a nice relaxing trip -- just what the doctor ordered. Also, thanks for the extrtas that you provided while we were there - the gift cert to the Roosevelt Grill, the wine, the wine bottle opener, etc. all very nice touches."- Ken & family
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10/10 Excellent

Dan A.

Relaxing Stay in Ketchum

My wife and I enjoyed a very relaxing stay in the Soul Pad back in February and found the condo to be ornately decorated and very clean. The owner sees to every little detail, and even goes the extra mile by leaving a nice welcome gift of wine and chocolate. The central location is nice; very close to the Warm Springs lifts and downtown. The hot tub on the second floor balcony is a wonderful way to recover after a long day of winter activities. To avoid the crowds on Baldy we spent both days up a Galena Lodge snowshoeing and trying our hand at classic Nordic. In the evenings, after a big dinner at The Pioneer, it was nice to escape back to the Soul Pad to just sit near the hearty pellet stove, listen to some music and watch the lava lamps. The Soul Pad comes highly recommended; we look forward to our next stay there!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siri H.

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

Zen Retreat

The soul pad was awesome! Thia was an amazing host and so fast at responding if we needed anything. It felt like our own private zen retreat. Thia has made the soul pad feel like a home away from home. It is so cozy and relaxing and with all her special touches, you really don't need to do anything except enjoy and relax. The water bed upstairs was so comfortable. The upstairs master felt like our own private retreat. Thia has a great welcome packet with tons of information on the town. The location is perfect as it's just a short walk into town to shops and restaurants and not far at all from the lifts. We will definitely be staying here again on our next trip to Sun Valley. Highly recommend. Thank you, Thia!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel w.

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

Sun and fun

Relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Winner out of 100+ home rentals!

The last night, one of our travel buddies said that Thia's place was the nicest place they'd rented during work travel. I had thought the same thing, so I scrolled through all my AirB history. Concur! Thia's collections, all her thoughtful extras, the home community and location are superb. We were greeting by energetic and inspiring Thia, who beyond all the lovely things posted, graced the home with excellent fresh local K&K coffee, photo books detailing her amazing travels, a perky gerber daisy, magnetic word games and others, a filled window bird feeder for entertainment while lounging on the sofa, ridiculously cozy fuzzy pillow shams that also served as pet substitutes--so many treats and so much help! Thanks, Thia!!!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jef L.

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

Great Experience

The Soul Pad is right in the heart of everything! We hardly ever drove: walked and took the (free) bus service. Thia is a wonderful person and a wonderful host. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M.

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

Wonderful Time!

I had a wonderful time staying at the Soul Pad! The property was exactly as described. It was clean, warm and inviting. Thia was an excellent host and made sure every detail of my stay was looked after. Couldn't have had a better experience!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rebecca h.

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

Great spot in ketchum

The space worked perfectly for our family of four. The hot tub was a huge perk. Can’t beat the location - access to park, town, Y, and mountain. Thia was an excellent host - lots of thoughtful touches like robes and cozy bedding. She was always available and easy to communicate with. We’d love to stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Great Stay

Great stay at a place with just the right vibe to truly relax and enjoy the mountains. Fantastic owner. Would recommend this property to any couple looking for a relaxing experience.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne C.

Overall a Nice Pad

We were in Ketchum to alpine and cross country ski and did so each of our four days in town. The Soul Pad is quite cozy. It is well adorned and mostly up to date, although a good detailed dusting would help matters. We weren't too fond of the water bed, as it takes some tactical effort to get out of and our aging backs rebelled some. Overall though we had a very comfortable stay. The private hot tub made a difference!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia E.

Convenient, Accomodating and Homey

We had a great visit. The place was cozy and comfortable. Great location with quick access to everything both in town and out to recreate. We truly enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Comfortable and great location.

The Soul Pad was exactly what we were hoping for, comfortable and a great location in a quiet neighborhood. There was a nice spot to relax outside after a day of cycling and a covered patio to store the bikes. Thia could not have been more accommodating , quick to reply and the special touches to welcome us...flowers on the table, coffee and even a special ipa. We would not hesitate to stay at the Soul Pad again. Thank you Thia!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mariette V.

Fun house

We had a great time staying at the Soul Pad. Our hostess was responsive, accommodating, informative, and gracious. The kitchen is well appointed so we were able to easily cook the meals or go out as we chose. Loved the Jacuzzi after skiing!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey H.

Great spot in a great location

Thia is a wonderful host. The place is very comfortable and in a great location. Highly recommend a stay if you are in the area!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Very cool condo ...

This is a fun, funky condo. Lots of art, lots of culture and abundant character. I was in town for a MTB race and it was the perfect base. Close to downtown, close to the mountains, very close if you're there to ski. I highly recommend it for anyone that is looking for a something out of the ordinary. This is not a bland, cookie cutter condo. If you want the standard boring IKEA furniture populated condo and sameness as your neighbors then you might want to look else where. If you want an excellent host, a cool place to relax and chill this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

will h.

Great location with all the amenities

Thia, Thank you for opening your Sole Pad to us. Our stay was very relaxing and enjoyed walking to town or hoping on the bus to ski warm springs. Thank you for the hospitality, can't wait to get back there for the summer fun. Will
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Perfect Vacation

Spent a week at the soul pad with my girlfriend... soon to be wife and my best friend. We had a great time relaxing, skiing, and cooking for a week which was exactly what we needed. My best friend and I love to cook so having the full kitchen and all the necessary gadgets and utensils was a huge plus. Relaxed nightly in the hot tub after a day of skiing and location is in a very convenient spot. Super close to downtown and right in the middle of all the skiing access. The condo had every amenity that we could possibly need, including towels specifically for the hot spring that is just a few miles down the road; we took advantage of that. Thia was very helpful in recommending places to visit during our stay and if I am ever in the Sun Valley area again I would definitely stay at her condo again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

soul pad

We had a blast and the condo was like a home away from home. Close to skiing, the town and the YMCA which our 10 year old loved for swimming. Thia was very helpful and even surprised us with a welcome gift.

About the host

Hosted by Thia

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I grew up in California, but I fell in love with Ketchum 20 years ago. Living in a place where there are more stars in the sky than city lights, and you can walk/bike everywhere feeds my soul. I live to ski in powder, and in between enjoy hiking, cross country skiing, paragliding, mountain biking, and rollerblading. I'm a world traveling artist/photographer, and have a photography studio/gallery in town where I show my personal work, called Photos Do Not Bend Gallery. I also shoot weddings, kids, and family portraits. I love hot springs and hot tubs (who doesn't?), live music, and laughing with friends.

Why they chose this property

The biggest patch of wilderness right out the back door! So many things I can do without ever getting in a car..... mountain biking, snowboarding, hiking, rollerblading on the bike path, summer symphonies & jazz picnics, walk to town, and even close down the bars on a blue moon. Not too many places you can land a para-glider in your back yard. Ketchum has the most amazing sense of community, too. It just takes one person getting hurt, for the whole town to pull together and hold a concert/bake sale/auction to help. I've never seen anything like it.

What makes this property unique

Enjoy your own private hot tub on the upper deck after skiing! (or maybe with a cup of coffee in the morning?) Great location! Walk to town, but right next door to the large park and the flagship YMCA. Even though it's a condo complex this is a very private unit. Great front yard for the kids to play in the snow, and a private patio on the lower floor for snow entry/gear storage if you like. Beautiful newish hardwood floors, granite counter tops, sharp knives, fluffy towels, 600 ct cotton linens, and oversized down comforters. When was the last time you slept in a waterbed? This ain't no college waterbed, as this has 100% waveless baffles and a support flotation mattress on top, with Egyptian cotton linens. Warm and snuggly in the winter - so comfy you won't be able to get out of bed. Ok, maybe for coffee in the hot tub 20 ft away. Plenty of closets, dressers, shelves and hooks for all your things. Hook your computer or ipod up to the surround sound, or go wireless and stream with my Aiport. Free super duper internet. Apple TV. Phone charging station. My home has treasures from over 20 years of globetrotting - not your run-of-the-mill sun valley rental. I hope you enjoy my home as much as I do.

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