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Iconic creekside mountain home with hot tub, fireplaces, balcony & amazing views

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Outdoor spa tub
Miscellaneous
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102943 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alta, UT
  • Place, Alta Ski Area
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wildcat Ski Lift
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Snowbird Ski Resort
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salt Lake City, UT (SLC-Salt Lake City Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Iconic creekside mountain home with hot tub, fireplaces, balcony & amazing views

Summary:

Creekside Chalet



The Space:

Enjoy the quintessential Alta experience at this outdoor enthusiast's haven right on the banks of Little Cottonwood Canyon Creek, where you'll be treated to an enviable location near the base of Alta’s Westward Ho ski run. As one of the first homes in Alta (built by one of the directors of the Alta Ski School), this home has been beautifully updated to retain the charm of the original structure while offering lavish modern amenities. At the end of a day on the slopes, you can curl up in front of the gas fireplace, read a good book or watch your favorite movie, take a nice soak in the private hot tub on the private balcony, and soak in majestic views of Mt. Superior and Alta Ski Area.



Whether you're planning to watch the snow fall in the winter, wake up to the sounds of the neighboring creek in the summer, or catch a glimpse of the spectacular fall foliage, this home was made for lovers of the outdoors. The house is a short walk or free Alta shuttle ride from the base area lifts, providing you with easy access to some of the most challenging terrain in North America along with a variety of restaurants and shops. The avid skier will also find some of the best backcountry in the world nearby. Come summertime, you'll be within walking distance of hiking trails at Alta and Snowbird, as well as wildflower fields, other natural wonders, and the Hellgate Cliffs - a world-class rock climbing destination.



THINGS TO KNOW:

- Open parking with no garage. There is only ONE assigned parking spot.

However, due to the limited amount of public, overnight parking and numerous restrictions on parking and vehicular access during winter storms, it is advised to avoid taking a private car up the canyon to Alta. Parking regulations are strictly enforced.

- AWD/4WD: M + S or M/S tires are the minimum requirement. Traction devices such as chains, snow socks, etc., or 3-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) tires are also acceptable and provide the most reliable traction in severe winter conditions to make it safely up the canyon and to the home.

- Four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is required year-round.

- This rental is located on floor 2.

- This home is not ideal for young children or guests with mobility issues, as you must walk over 100 feet to reach the front door.

- The trail to the home is snowy in winter and snow boots are recommended.

- Trip insurance is strongly suggested to purchase during winter visits.

- There is a caretaker living on-site in the basement.

-The Home is located in a protected watershed supplying drinking water to The salt lakeValley. Dogs/pets & other animals are strictly prohibited, enforced by the law enforcement and Forest service officials. Service animals as defined by the ADA are the only exception.

- Security camera details: There is an active surveillance camera looking out the front door.

- For public safety information like Shuttles, Parking, road conditions, and inter lodge:

Cottonwood Canyons - Utah Department of Transportation: The Utah Department of Transportation's central resource for road information in the Cottonwood Canyons. Road/traffic conditions, travel tips, and more!



Other Things to Note:

Look for "Alta Chalet "sign



Interaction with Guests:

The caretaker will reach out the day prior to check in to coordinate snow removal of the 1 parking spot available on arrival day

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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

You need to know

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sandy

Located in Sandy, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. Snowbird Ski Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street. Loveland Living Planet Aquarium and Paddle Wasatch are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with rock climbing and mountain climbing.
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Alta, UT

What's nearby

  • Alta Ski Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wildcat Ski Lift - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Collins Ski Lift - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rustler Ski Lift - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Snowbird Ski Resort - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • South Jordan Station - 27 min drive
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Molly Green's - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Milly Chalet - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Doyle’s Dawgs - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Rose - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Little Dollie’s - ‬40 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Iconic creekside mountain home with hot tub, fireplaces, balcony & amazing views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Iconic creekside mountain home with hot tub, fireplaces, balcony & amazing views?

As of 17 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Iconic creekside mountain home with hot tub, fireplaces, balcony & amazing views on 15 Jun, 2026 start from S$700, 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 Iconic creekside mountain home with hot tub, fireplaces, balcony & amazing views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Iconic creekside mountain home with hot tub, fireplaces, balcony & amazing views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Iconic creekside mountain home with hot tub, fireplaces, balcony & amazing views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Iconic creekside mountain home with hot tub, fireplaces, balcony & amazing views located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Wasatch-Cache National Forest and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Snowbird Ski Resort. Alta Ski Area and Rustler Ski Lift are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Great house
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Summer time at the Creekside Chalet

For a summertime visitor this was a great location next to the creek with 2 different decks to enjoy both sun and shade. Hot tub was great and relaxing. A perfect house for our family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Can’t beat the location

Amazing property for family ski vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We rented this cute cabin for our wedding weekend. We got married at The Peruvian at Alta, which is about a 3-4 minute walk from the cabin, so it was extremely convenient to be able to walk back and forth from where we were staying to the venue. Check-in was so easy & the property manager was very responsive the entire weekend. The cabin itself was so cozy (and clean)! My friends and I are dreaming about staying up here for a long weekend during ski season. It is an absolute gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fletcher B.

Fantastic cabin with ski in access

Our group of 8 adults had an excellent stay here - the home was well equipped and the location is fantastic for skiing. The town shuttle was easy to use for getting to the lifts each day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Creekside spring skiing weekend

We had a great time at Creekside. The house was beautiful open with amazing views from the two patios, especially the amazing views from the hot tub overlooking the snowy mountains. We just loved it kitchen well equipped laundry in the house everything we needed. And great communication with Catie on site. We would come back again was a great fit for our party of four adults and three kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael U.

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

Great house down a snowy path

We loved our stay, and the house was great. Be advised the walk down/up the snowy path can be a little treacherous hauling gear, even with the sleds that are available.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

Comfortable chalet for leaf season in Alta

We really enjoyed our stay in this chalet. It has a special location, nestled among some trees and next to a small, gurgling stream below. We enjoyed the hot tub and cooked a fine meal in the complete kitchen. All of the beds were very comfortable. It was a perfect home base for our adventures hiking and October leaf season on the Cecret Lake hike in Alta and the Willow Lake hike on Big Cottonwood Canyon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jaye H.

Creekside Chalet

Overall it was a nice home and super convenient to the Alta Lodge and ski area, which is what we were looking for. The description of the property notes that an all wheel drive is required (even in summer), and that it is a long walk to get to the home - TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY!! It's a beautiful location, but not easy to get luggage or older people in and out of.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thorpe L.

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

Great rustic hideaway.

We loved our stay here this year. The place was clean and the caretake (onsite, downstairs) was friendly, easy to get a hold of and she offered to help with the luggage. I declined since I had a group of 15 year olds to do the work instead. There is a bit of a haul getting from the parking lot to the front door. It's about 50 yards (my guess) that ends with a narrow, snowy stairway to the front door. But, they do have a sled by the parking lot to help haul your stuff. The only negative is we did have to shovel out the steps when we got there, but that isn't worth subtracting a star. I have that job the kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Special Mountain Side Cabin

This house was beautiful. It is 30 minutes from down town Salt Lake City but you would think it is hours away. You are right in the mountains with a roaring river right next to the house. The sound of the water was so peaceful every night. The view is unbelievable. Mountains all around and the master bedroom has a view that can’t be beat. We used the hot tub every day as it got cool at night even when it was 90 plus in the city. It was roughly 20 degrees cooler up at the cabin than in the city. Unlimited hiking during the day. It is on an extremely steep driveway. Getting to the cabin was fine in June with a compact car but the driveway definitely requires 4 wheel drive, even without snow. It is very steep with gravel. There is a caretaker that lives in an apartment under the cabin. She was helpful when we had some issues with the cars and other than that you wouldn’t know she was there. Perfect size for my 6 family members. Very secluded. We saw no neighbors during our 6 day stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

Great spot!

Cozy cabin with great kitchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

Wonderful

This house is amazing. The walk in is a little steep, so that may be an issue for some, but the setting is beautiful, and the house itself is wonderful and very spacious for it's small footprint. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Erik M.

Kitsch Ski House

Other users have summarized well. This place feels like walking into a ski cabin from the 70s or 80s, which is not surprising given it was one of the first places built in Alta. The floors creek, not a ton of sound insulation so you can hear everything in any part of the house, but the place has a nice charm to it. Notwithstanding its age, its a decent place to stay. Plenty of rooms and beds, close to Alta or Snowbird, reasonably clean, good views, decent hot tub. And for the most part, stuff in the house works - the heating, hot tub, boot warmer, etc. One other nice touch is that there is a humidifier that actually works in every single bedroom. That was much appreciated given the dry UT air. Though our stay was pleasant, our experience had a few hiccups. The coffee machine was full of an old pot of coffee and coffee grounds. The caretakers clothes were all in/around the washer and dryer. Toilet broke (was fixed promptly) during our stay. One thing that was a bit strange, nearly every light or electrical device needed to be plugged in. For example, we had to plug in almost all the bedside lamps if we wanted to use them and we had to plug in the DirecTV upstairs, which was not obvious at all and required us to reach out to the property manager for guidance. Finally, the kitchen stocked items were pretty spartan. Pots/pans/plates were fine, but there were hardly any spices/salt/pepper type stuff. As with any rental property, nothing is guaranteed, but given how remote Alta is, recommend anyone renting this place plan to bring all the basics, because there is not a great grocery up in Alta/Snowbird. One thing noted in the description is the caretaker lives in an apartment beneath the house and the laundry is shared with him. We did not have as much direct interaction with him, though this did mean that anything we needed fixing was addressed promptly. Some people may view this as a positive, as he can be quite helpful, some as a negative as he is very close to the renters. Pros: Space efficient: 2 queens and 2 kings plus two double futons. The beds are of pretty high quality as well, not the typical collapsed mattress in lots of old ski houses. Even the futons were good. Location: Quick to Alta or Snowbird. Usability: Not big, just a pretty usable place with all the bedrooms, kitchen, hot tub, closets, etc. Humidifiers in each room was great. Cons: Access for little kids. The pathway down/up to the parking lot is a pain to lug little kids back and forth, though I guess it would make for a good sledding hill. Parking: In the winter, there is one spot, and its pretty tight. Getting in and out of the parking lot can be treacherous with slippery conditions too. Having only one spot for a house that can easily sleep ~10 people is tight. Neutral On site caretaker: Most find this good, but some could be turned off by it. A little old: charming but a little rickety vs. some rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elliott F.

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

Great Location!

Awesome place, easy to work with host
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Shannon C.

Not where map said but was cozy by the stream

All in all the property was good the upper floors creak a lot so don’t sleep down stairs great view of the creek. Was very comfortable parking was on a steep gravel slope so need to walk a little ways for flat ground. Parking The care taker moved his jeep so one car could park below with only 5 steps. The kitchen was full stocked internet was fast and had Dish so didn’t miss Hockey play offs All in all was nice place disappointing it was not next to the Venue o well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

DAVID B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location but challenging entry

Due to winter conditions access to cabin was challenging walk with luggage and supplies Cabin was clean, parking limited, hot tub was a bonus for this cabin and made up for the walk to parking lot
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Sign at parking with label might help

Near perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Alex O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Summer in Alta

Great location. Alta was a blast during summer. Multiple trailheads nearby. This property is right along a creek. Coffee/drinks on the deck overlooking the creek are a must. One issue we were unaware prior to check-in was the fact that a resident is living in the basement and sharing washer and dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Becky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great cabin!!! 4x4 HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Super cool cabin, great location. Listing says 4x4 recommended before April, honestly you need it year round with the gravel. Our Sienna got stuck. Also, internet is DSL so it’s almost like not having internet. Having said this.... the place was amazing otherwise. Right next to a stream so peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Perfect summer getaway

Great location next to a running creek. Close to trails. Super clean and comfy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Nice ski house

Nice house, the path can be a little tricky
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whittaker S.

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

Fantastic experience

Everything was clean and tidy. Perfectly built for a ski vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elaine U.

Winter Adventure

What a fun hideaway for a winter weekend with friends. The house was comfortable and clean. Amazing location. I’m not sure the description quite does justice to winter access to the house. We’re an active group of adults (who live and ski in the west) so it wasn’t an issue, but when it snows getting in and out of the house will require some leg work (the cabin has a sled so you can haul your gear up and down). Parking is also a little complicated. We worked it out, but the small lot is shared with all the houses tucked in off E. Peruvian Acre Rd and it is extremely tight. I wouldn’t recommend having more than 1 vehicle in the winter. The caretaker lives downstairs, which was fine with us (he was also very responsive to needs) but is good to know for future guests who might desire more privacy. All in all, it’s a very cool place and retains much of that old Alta character we know and love.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Exactly what we were looking for.

The Creekside Chalet was exactly as described and was perfect for our ski vacation getaway. It was warm and cozy and the hot tub and gas fireplace were really enjoyable. We met two of the caretakers who live downstairs and they were very friendly and helpful. The kitchen was stocked with the essentials and we had all we needed to cook breakfasts and dinners. While we enjoyed the DirectTV, there were also games and movies/DVD player provided. Although the king sized bed in the master was two twins pushed together, the bedding was high quality and very comfortable. You could not ask for a better location relative to Alta skiing and we will definitely look to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

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