Il Veneto 3BR2BA Arbour Lake retreat w/ IR Sauna, BBQ, C-Air, sleeps 8

Welcome to Il Veneto, an inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom open-concept retreat located in Calgary’s premier northwest lakeside community of Arbour Lake. Designed with families and groups in mind, this multi-level home blends classic Italian charm with modern conveniences. Whether you are planning a basecamp for day trips to the Canadian Rockies, hitting the ski hills, or gathering for a family milestone, you’ll find plenty of space to relax, recharge, and connect.
The Living Space
Spread across two thoughtfully designed levels, the main floor features soaring vaulted ceilings and large windows that flood the space with natural light. Unwind by the stylish gas fireplace in the living room, stream your favorite movies on the Roku TV, or challenge the family to classic video-game showdowns on the PS3. For analog fun, a selection of board games is provided for rainy-day tournaments.
Bedrooms & Bed Configurations
To ensure a perfect night`s sleep for everyone in your group, the layout features 3 dedicated bedrooms and 4 distinct beds:
• Master Suite (Upper Level): A private sanctuary featuring a plush Queen bed, ample closet space, and a luxurious ensuite bathroom with a 2-person jetted tub.
• Bedroom 2: Outfitted with a comfortable Queen bed and extra blankets for cozy nights.
• Bedroom 3: Equipped with a Double bed featuring an individual white-noise generator, device charging ports, and adjustable-color UV-C lights.
• Additional Sleeping: A premium Queen Murphy bed is available in the main living room.
Chef’s Kitchen & Dining
The fully equipped kitchen is ready for everything from packing trail lunches for Banff to staging an elaborate family pasta night. It features full-size major appliances, a SodaStream, a popcorn maker, a rice cooker, and a comprehensive coffee bar equipped with an espresso machine, drip coffee maker, and French press. Enjoy meals together at the adjacent dining table or step outside to the side deck—complete with privacy screens, patio seating, and a gas BBQ—for an al-fresco dinner under the big sky.
Premium Wellness & Amenities
• Private Wellness: Recharge after a day of hiking or skiing with a session in your private infrared sauna or melt away stress in the master suite`s 2-person jetted tub.
• In-Room Wellness Electronics: Every bedroom includes dedicated white-noise machines, portable fans, device charging portals, and adjustable-color UV-C lights.
• Remote Work-Friendly: Keep up with duties seamlessly using the dedicated professional workspace, complete with a fold-away desk, external monitor, mouse, and a professional ring light for high-quality video calls. High-speed Wi-Fi (250 Mbps) handles Zoom meetings with ease.
• Family Additions: Travel light with child-friendly provisions including a Pack ’n Play crib and a toddler booster seat.
• Parking & Laundry: Full laundry facilities (in-suite washer/dryer) make extended stays a breeze. Includes access to a 2-car garage with automatic openers and a 2-car driveway.
Location & Neighborhood Benefits
Enjoy the quiet, tree-lined security of a premium residential community while remaining steps from convenience. You are a 3-minute drive or short walk from Crowfoot Crossing, giving you immediate access to major grocery stores, local restaurants, pubs, and a movie theater. Premier public indoor pools and fitness facilities—including the Shane Homes YMCA, Melcor YMCA, and Westside Rec Centre—are within easy driving distance. Beautiful public outdoor spots are nearby, including Nose Hill Park, Bowmont Park walking paths, the popular boutique University District corridor, and Bowness Park (known for picnics and winter frozen lagoon ice-skating).
Downtown Calgary, the high-energy patios of 17th Avenue SW (The Red Mile), the historic 8th Ave SW (Stephen Avenue) pedestrian mall, the Theatre District, the culinary hub of Chinatown, and the artistic districts of Inglewood and Bridgeland are reachable within 20 minutes. Golfers can enjoy accessibility to 33 local courses within an hour`s radius. Skiers can enjoy easy highway access to four premier mountain ski resorts within 50 to 100 minutes (including Nakiska, Norquay, Banff Sunshine Village, and lake Louise), plus WinSport`s urban ski hill just 15 minutes away.
Unbeatable Proximity for Day Trips:
• 10–15 Mins: Market Mall and Nose Hill Park.
• 15–25 Mins: WinSport Olympic Park (ski and snowboard competition facility), Downtown Calgary, the Calgary Zoo, and Stampede Park.
• 30–45 Mins: Major shopping hubs (Chinook Centre, Cross Iron Mills, Southland Mall).
• 45–90 Mins: Quick, traffic-skipping highway access to Kananaskis Provincial Park (45 mins), Banff National Park gates (60 mins), and Lake Louise (90 mins). For extended adventures, Jasper National Park is located an accessible 4.5 hours away.
Tournaments, Leagues & Regional Events
The property sits adjacent to Northwest Calgary`s major sporting hubs, presenting an ideal stay layout for visiting league teams, ski and snowboarding tournament competitors, and athletics spectators. Guests can travel easily to gridiron competitions at McMahon Stadium or Shouldice Athletic Park (boasting synthetic Hellard, Encana, and Stampeder fields). Ice hockey, figure skating matches, and curling tournaments are supported locally via Crowchild Twin Arena, Bowness Sportsplex, and the multi-surface options at Father David Bauer, Norma Bush, and the Calgary Winter Club.
High-performance court setups are available for volleyball at Jack Simpson Gym, alongside outdoor baseball diamonds at Shouldice Park, indoor hitting tunnels at Absolute Baseball Academy, and martial arts dojo structures at Arashi Do. For professional sports and arena entertainment, your group is a direct drive from the historic Scotiabank Saddledome stadium facility, letting you easily catch NHL Calgary Flames hockey games, marquee stadium concerts, and massive live events.
Featured Championship Spotlight: The 113th Grey Cup
Calgary will act as the national host city for Canada’s premier football championship. The 113th Grey Cup will take place live at McMahon Stadium on Sunday, November 15, 2026. The accompanying 2026 Grey Cup Festival will take over Stampede Park from November 8–14, 2026, delivering an expansive multi-venue schedule of concerts, public fan activations, and team events.
House Rules & Guest Policies
• Check-In/Out: Check-in is after 4:00 PM ; check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-ins (>1 hour) are subject to cleaning schedules and will incur a $10–$50 fee.
• Noise Enforcement: Strictly no parties or events. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. To ensure compliance with local bylaws, smart Minut noise-monitoring devices are installed inside each suite (measures volume levels without recording audio).
• Smoke-Free / Dogs Considered: Strictly non-smoking. Dogs may be considered upon request; an additional pet fee will be assessed.
• Property Layout: Il Veneto is one of two completely separate (other is Casa Pura Vida), legally registered suites within the Arbour Crest by Grenadier residence (whole house). Internal stairs connect the home`s two levels.
• Peace of Mind: Fully licensed by the City of Calgary (BL281752). We back your stay with a transparent mechanical breakdown guarantee on primary appliances, the sauna, and the jetted tub.
No events
No parties
No smoking of anything, anywhere
No pets