Nelson is home to this lodge. Touchstones Museum and Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Baldface Lodge and Nelson Streetcar #23.
First Chair Lodge & Retreat Center- 10 min from Whitewater & Nelson; Sleeps 19
First Chair Lodge is the perfect accommodation for your ski vacation/retreat/reunion/mountain bike trip/golf trip/etc, all while keeping your family/friends under one roof. Located at the base of Whitewater Ski Hill Road, only 10 minutes from both the city of Nelson & Whitewater Ski Resort ("Canada's Best Powder Mountain"), this mountain lodge has everything you need, including 7bdrms/6bthrm, custom kitchen w/ all the modern amenities, laundry facilities, & tons of storage for gear/bikes/toys.
Open concept main floor with plenty of seating! Custom kitchen with all the modern amenities.
Two full bathrooms on the main floor.
Two full bathrooms and two half bathrooms on the upper level.
There are 7 bedrooms, all together offering 8 queen beds and 1 double bed.
3 additional single beds are available upon special request. They can be set up in 3 of the larger bedrooms, offering additional sleeping arrangements for large groups. Please be sure to ask about this. Otherwise, the beds will not be set up:)
There is space for tents and camping trailers. There is a $30 fee/night per tent/camper. Please let us know, before booking, if you plan to have tents or trailers.
If you're considering hosting an event at the lodge that includes guests other than those registered to sleep at the lodge, please send us a message explaining what you have in mind and we can quote you an "event fee" based off of your plans.
Thank you! 😊
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
See additional house rules for more details.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Will discuss guidelines around pets during booking
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 00005075, H010211530
Property # 3294663vb
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 17
Note from host: See additional house rules for more details.
Frequently asked questions
Is First Chair Lodge & Retreat Center- 10 min from Whitewater & Nelson; Sleeps 19 pet-friendly?
Yes, First Chair Lodge & Retreat Center- 10 min from Whitewater & Nelson; Sleeps 19 allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at First Chair Lodge & Retreat Center- 10 min from Whitewater & Nelson; Sleeps 19?
As of 20 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at First Chair Lodge & Retreat Center- 10 min from Whitewater & Nelson; Sleeps 19 on 22 Oct, 2026 start from S$2,248, 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 First Chair Lodge & Retreat Center- 10 min from Whitewater & Nelson; Sleeps 19?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at First Chair Lodge & Retreat Center- 10 min from Whitewater & Nelson; Sleeps 19?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at First Chair Lodge & Retreat Center- 10 min from Whitewater & Nelson; Sleeps 19?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is First Chair Lodge & Retreat Center- 10 min from Whitewater & Nelson; Sleeps 19 located?
Situated in Nelson, this lodge is within a 10-minute walk of Diamond Glades, Sproulers and Glory Basin. Terra Ratta and Kuba's Corners are also within 10 minutes.
First Chair Lodge & Retreat Center- 10 min from Whitewater & Nelson; Sleeps 19 Reviews