Hello Friends: I wanted to leave a few items about this property:
1. The unit was clean and nice
2. The kitchen has a few kettles, silverware, bowls, flatware salt and pepper. Don't expect much else. This is not your typical VRBO where the kitchen is fully functional. We were able to get a cookie sheet from the front desk and also some toweling. So if you plan to cook you need to prepare in advance for kitchen items.
3. This is NOT a house or a Condo unit. This is part of a resort. Really an expanded hotel room. We were expecting a fully functional condo and did NOT get that. I would also be careful booking. Sorry VRBO folks, but the FEES from VRBO were VERY high. If you book on the VRBO site, you will pay a lot more than if you just go to the resort and book direct from there. Beware!! We did not realize it until the middle of our stay. We were very sad about that.
4. The resort front desk crew and cleaning staff are VERY friendly, helpful and fun to work with. Loved them!!
5. The beds are comfy. The upper balcony bedroom is quite private and cozy. Liked that a LOT
6. Yikes: The Bathroom!!! So small. There is little to no room for your toiletries. The shower stall is super awkward. The wall is angled and a big person will struggle. Be prepared for that. However, for up to 3 folks, as long as some of you put your stuff in the shelves outside the bathroom you can make it work. And, it was clean with extra toilet paper and Kleenex. So that was nice.
7. There are 2 grocery stores in Banff and also several liquor stores. You actually don't really need to buy your grocery prior to arrival like we did. There are plenty of options in Banff for that.
8. There is a workout center in the resort complex. They do have weights and a treadmill, but it is in a basement and a little dingy there. We did not use it. Hiked instead.
9. Bring ear plugs for sure! The freight train runs right through Banff and OFTEN! It goes all night long and blows the whistle very loudly.... For light sleepers, you will want hearing control. Wow!
10. You can walk across the street to hiking trails. We saw a very large Elk on our hikes there and lots of bugling was heard. You can also go to the golf course and drive through. You will see a LOT of Elk there as well.
11. The shops in Banff are your typical tourist shops. Lots of tee shirts, etc.
Hope this helps.