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***Luxury Mountainside Retreat***

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Interior
Spacious living room with reclining chairs, large TV and BluRay

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20511.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sandy, UT
  • Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
    5 min drive
  • South Towne Center
    7 min drive
  • Hale Centre Theatre
    8 min drive
  • Salt Lake City, UT (SLC-Salt Lake City Intl.)
    29 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1 on main floor

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2 on main floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 downstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4 downstairs

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 5 downstairs

+2
6 Double Beds

Master Suite

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2 on the main floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4 downstairs

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

Master Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

***Luxury Mountainside Retreat***

When we decide to take a vacation, we want to go someplace we enjoy...a place we can relax and unwind with family. We're sure you feel the same. Whether you want to relax, see the sights, fish, hike, kayak, swim, boat, snowmobile or snow ski, Utah is the perfect place! And of course, while we're vacationing, we want clean, comfortable accommodations and our home in Sandy fits that description. The home is close to dining and shopping, close to the ski resorts and about 20 minutes from the heart of beautiful Salt Lake City. It is clean, spacious, well maintained and very comfortable.

The minute you step through the door, you'll feel totally comfortable and at home! Kick off your shoes and relax for a minute or two. Kick back in the living room OR the theatre room OR enjoy the view from the deck or the front porch OR play a quick game of pool OR take a soak in the hot tub. As you can see by all the OR'S, there is something for everyone in YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME!!!

The spacious kitchen has everything you need to prepare an awesome meal or a quick snack. There are plenty of dishes, flatware, glasses and cups plus a variety of pots and pans. Spices, napkins, food storage bags, foil, plastic wrap, paper towels, sponges and trash can liners are available in the spacious pantry. Also stored in the pantry are many small appliances including coffee maker, toaster, 2 large and 2 small crockpots, griddle and waffle maker. Also, the pantry is home to a blender, hand mixer, juicer and electric tea kettle. Larger crowd for meals? No worries. There is plenty of sit down dining including a breakfast bar for 4, a dining table for 8 and a larger dining table for 12-14 people...perfect for larger families. The spacious pantry and the cupboard storage is endless...there's a place for anything and everything you bring. If you choose to BBQ outside, there is a BBQ and extra propane in the garage.

The bedrooms are spacious with lots of closet and dresser space. There are extra blankets and pillows in the closets. For babies...two cribs, a high chair and baby gates so they will be very comfortable. All linens are professionally laundered and sanitized. .

The house has a gas furnace/AC. For cooler winter nights, there are 2 gas fireplaces; one in the theatre room and one in the living room.

After a day of sightseeing, skiing, hiking or whatever...you'll enjoy a great night's rest in any one of 13 comfortable beds. Too excited to sleep just yet? Well, you can relax and enjoy TV in the living room, in your bedroom or in the theatre room on a 10-foot drop down screen. You can also enjoy the lights of the city and some quiet time on the deck PLUS there is an awesome view of the Wasatch Mountains from the front porch. As a finishing touch, you can take a relaxing soak in the hot tub (ready at 103 degrees) while enjoying the view of the city lights. Now you are ready for a good night's rest and another adventurous day tomorrow! Before breakfast you might want to sit on the deck or take a peek out the windows and see the deer feasting on the lawn, apple tree and peach tree.

Wondering about parking? Not a problem. The driveway is flat so you can park 6+ cars PLUS a spacious 3-car garage with remote door openers and a graveled area at the north end of the property.

The guest information book on the table contains helpful information about the house including fireplace instructions and the WiFi passwords. And, of course, the owners are available 24/7 to answer any questions you may have. There is a video posted on this site that will show you the property inside and outside.

Family is very important to us and all vacations create special memories that last a lifetime. That is why we make our home family friendly whether it be a family of 6 or as many as 20. Enjoy and thanks!!!

*6 bedrooms
* 4 bathrooms
* Spacious kitchen with island that seats 4
* Dining room with 12 person dining table
*Kitchen with 8-person dining table
* 2.5 miles to I-15 freeway
* Central A/C & heat
* Washer & dryer
* 3-car garage
* Hot tub
* BBQ Grill/Patio Furniture
*Theater room
*Billiard Table
*Loft with Books, games and toys
*Bunk Room

Location Proximity:
* 1 mile to restaurants, shops
* 5 miles to Rio Tinto Stadium
* 2 miles to Golf Courses
* 5 miles to Little Cottonwood Canyon entrance (Snowbird and Alta resorts)
*7 miles to Big Cottonwood Canyon entrance (Solitude an Brighton resorts)

Bedding Configurations:
(sleeps 2) Master bedroom: King bed
(sleeps 2) Master bedroom sitting room: Queen sofa sleeper
(sleeps 2) Bedroom 2 (main floor): King bed
(sleeps 2) Bedroom 3 (main floor): Queen bed
(sleeps 2) Bedroom 4 (downstairs): King bed
(sleeps 2) Bedroom 5 (downstairs): Queen bed
(sleeps 6-12) Bedroom 6 (downstairs): 3 full size Bunk beds (6 beds)
(sleeps 1-2) Movie theater (downstairs): fold-down full size futon


Total sleeping capacity: 20 comfortably in beds
Total individual beds: 13 (including sofa beds and futons)

Property manager

Mary or David Wagner
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking, vaping nor marijuana use
If AV system is changed...immediate $100 charge upon owner approval only. There will be xtra charge and a $1000 secuity deposit
In compliance with Sandy City, no parking on the street. Park in garage, driveway or on gravel to the north of the property
To protect our new landscaping, PLEASE do not walk on the side hills in the back yard. Use the stairs or grassy area to go from upper to lower lawn

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sandy

Located in East Bench, a neighbourhood in Sandy, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Snowbird Ski Resort and Alta Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big Cottonwood Canyon. Travelling with kids? Consider Thanksgiving Point, or check out an event or a game at Rio Tinto Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sandy, UT

What's nearby

  • Loveland Living Planet Aquarium - 5 min drive
  • South Towne Center - 7 min drive
  • Mountain America Exposition Center - 8 min drive
  • Rio Tinto Stadium - 9 min drive
  • Snowbird Ski Resort - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Draper Town Center Station - 7 min drive
  • South Jordan Station - 9 min drive
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ***Luxury Mountainside Retreat*** pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ***Luxury Mountainside Retreat***?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ***Luxury Mountainside Retreat***?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ***Luxury Mountainside Retreat*** located?

This family-friendly Sandy holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Dimple Dell Nature Park, Loveland Living Planet Aquarium and Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Alta View Hospital and Dimple Dell Regional Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marta T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location for Our Daughter’s Wedding
We had extended family coming together for our daughter’s wedding. The owners were so helpful and great communicators. We had everything we needed and there was plenty of space for everyone (including bridesmaids getting ready in the morning). The neighborhood is quiet and if we hadn’t been so busy, the yard and hot tub looked amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

max m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay!
This place was great! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cari A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kody H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home beautiful yard
Was a great place for our family to come and have a quick little get together would recommend super easy to find and close to lots of fun things
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jessica E.

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Feel like I got taken advantage of
I was very disappointed in my choice of home I rented especially for the price. It is an older home which is fine but not very accommodating. Many cob webs and dolls and some personal pictures which made us uncomfortable. There is laminated signs everywhere throughout the house, the yard, beds, and tables. The signs were many rules telling you you’ll be charged for random things, it was a very uncomfortable feeling of being paranoid that we possibly could be charged for so many different things. It is not a vacation spot. I felt like it was at my strict grandmother‘s house. The host was nice over the text however the only time we ever interacted is about the AC it did not work and we were in 102° weather. The home was over 82° inside. She told me to open the windows and she would have someone there the next day. I felt I paid way too much money for all of us to be uncomfortable and sweating all night. She did send somebody the but the HVAC system is so old it was taking forever to cool off. Our group went into Salt Lake City to our concert and by the time we got back to the home, the AC unit was not working again. We packed up the next morning and left a day early. We cleaned the house thoroughly because we were so nervous and took pictures of everything so we couldn’t be charged for anything we know we did not do. The signs of rules everywhere was ridiculous. But an AC unit not working and that hot of weather was not OK she knew there was already a problem with the AC.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vrbo
House was well appointed, very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philippe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house and great location
Overall, we enjoyed this house for our gathering of 17 people. Ample sleeping, eating, and activity space for everyone and nice features such as the movie theater room and pool table. Yes, there are a lot of signs and instructions posted throughout, but it didn’t detract once you read them. Properties have rules, no big deal. Most of the rooms and bedrooms had TVs, so those were nice for those who wanted to watch their own shows. As far as the air-conditioning goes, the lower level definitely was more comfortable temperature-wise, but the main level and kitchen struggled quite a bit with the heat, despite us keeping the shades closed and even running fans throughout. Not a deal-breaker, but it was definitely hot on the main level from the afternoon through the night. Communications with the owners were really good. One suggestion: new nonstick cooking pans to use.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful vacation
This was a lovely house with a beautiful view and great for my large family. We all enjoyed the location, the beautiful sunsets, and the proximity to restaurants, stores, and nature. There were many things to do for all of us and we enjoyed the house very much. Very nice home, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for big groups
We stayed here with our HS boys basketball team and loved it. Key points were large theater room where everyone could hang out. Great lawn for games. And big dining areas so everyone was together. The host was incredible and kind. We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family…
First time VRBO user…We were a little nervous not knowing what to expect. We were looking for a place that could accommodate our large extended family with adults, youth and children and the home did not disappoint. Plenty of space for visiting and playing games together. The back yard is perfect for outdoor sports or games for the kids. The hot tub was a big hit during the cool nights, and the theater was very cool. Plenty of dishes and supplies to accommodate our large family. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House and Location!
We loved our stay at this house! The owner was very nice and open to communication. She really wants to create the best accommodations for her guests. This was an amazing property. It was very clean with a lot of great amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SLC
Was in Salt Lake for basketball tournament. Accommodations were outstanding for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Nicolo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great trip.
The property is great. Just be aware that there are out door security cameras at the house that make you feel a little uncomfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kailee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous home for a large family or big group!
We loved our stay here! The house was perfect for our large extended family ski vacation and was well stocked with everything we needed including multiple baby gates to block off the stairs, a portacrib, a high chair, a large griddle for cooking, crockpots, bbq, and plenty of dishes and glassware! I have never stayed at such a well stocked VRBO that made it very easy to cook meals at the house for our group of 17. The house is in a great location in Sandy on the “Sandy Bench”, close to necessities and a bunch of different ski areas. It was perfect for our ski trip! The owners were quick to respond if there was an issue or a question. I highly recommend this VRBO! Thank you for making our family vacation so easy!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We had an amazing at this home. The property managers were more than kind. And the property was all that we desire. It was an incredible opportunity for a family gather.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Bernard Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Watch out for the deposit
Don't let the owner nickel and dime you - they claim they can keep your damage deposit for cleaning. I called vrbo and got it right back without a fuss. Place was cool.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home, lots of space!
We loved our night at the house. It was cozy and clean. Very beautiful with the Christmas lights and the snow! Definitely going to make our visit a tradition.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable!
Our team very much enjoyed their stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Amit S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A nice family stay for Thanksgiving
The property was overall well maintained and very cozy. My kids, nieces, and nephews in particular had a great time playing games and watching movies. The kitchen was very well stocked for preparing our Thanksgiving and other meals. Beds were very comfortable and Mary provided plenty of supplies for our 4 day stay. The home was described as a “luxury mountainside retreat,” and while the word luxury can have different meanings to different individuals, I thought much of the home was more rustic in design and layout. Fixtures and appliances were functional but not high end/luxury. The location was a bit out of the way, not very close to Salt Lake or the mountains but a manageable drive. The neighborhood was a typical suburban subdivision. Views from the home, particularly after the snowfall Thanksgiving evening, were beautiful. Mary was gracious and made check-in easy and answered any questions promptly. Thank you Mary! There are a lot of signs inside the property - the instructions to some degree were very helpful (I.e. operating the theater room) but on the other hand others were redundant, unnecessary, and take away from the charm of the home. As a landlord for a rental property, I understand the concern to have visitors and renters treat your home with respect but as a host or landlord you just have to accept the inherent risk of leasing or renting out your property even when covering yourself contractually. Overall I recommend this home for a family trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home with a huge yard in a nice neighborhood
This is a good choice especially for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property and host!
Our large group loved the stay. Host was very helpful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Robert S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Unfortunate Booking
The property was deficient in many areas, the sofas in the main living room were worn, torn, and not one spring in them was in tact. Shocking to have such bad furniture in a home as nice that was well furnished otherwise. Upon arriving we were met with a barrage of 'notes' with instructions, restrictions, and other information that were not included in the listing including one that banned eating or drinking in the living room, home theater, and TV viewing areas. Nobody would have a gathering where people can't drink and eat snacks while watching a movie or TV - very disappointing. Had some of these notes been shown on the listing, I would have never booked the property. Finally, the home has a 'levels' concept in the living and some of the room flloors that are a real hazard as I found out stepping into a 'hole' and falling late in the evening the first night. The furniture was pushed out to the edge of one of the ''holes' (levels')- essentially a hole in the floor 8-12" deep in front of the fireplace etc. - it is not well marked, and I ended up with an 12 inch carpet burn on my forearm bad enough to scab over and hit my head on the chair adjacent. Frankly, if my wounds had been worse we'd be pursuing litigation. Very dangerous. Finally, upon checkout I received an email from the owner saying we had left the TVs on and hadn't 'stripped' the bedding from the beds as per the 'notes'. After all of this the deposit has also been withheld. SHOCKING!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion Getaway
Thank you for letting us stay in your home for our family get-together. It was great to find a beautiful place we could share. Our favorites: One son loved the spiral staircase, the spaciousness of the bedrooms, and also said the master bedroom lay-out was great. My husband loved the high ceilings and the feeling of openness. One granddaughter’s favorite was the pool table. A grandson loved the "rounded stairs with a hide-away at the top". Another loved the pool table and the theatre room. Another granddaughter loved the spiral stairs and a grandson opined that the spa was definitely the best. But the eldest grandson countered that the pool table was really the best! A young grandson loved the bean bag and the hot tub. The eldest granddaughter loved that – in spite of all the people – she could still find privacy. A daughter-in-law loved the windows and all the lights. And I fell in love with the large pantry! All that space!! Life will never be the same.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monte M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Convenient Spot!
Plenty of Beds, very clean and spacious. It handled our girls basketball team perfectly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cooper R., Idaho Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large Family Vacation
Awesome house that is very large and spacious. Nice yard with a great view of the valley. We spent time inside and outside. Quiet neighborhood but not far from the freeway so everything is accessible. Owner was quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mary or David Wagner

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We lived in the home for about 10 years and loved every minute. We were close to shopping, dining, schools and church plus summer and winter activities. We now live in California but are at our "Utah home away from home" about every 6 weeks. We clean, supply, and maintain the home the way we would like it if we still lived there. We strive to make sure our guests are comfortable and have everything they need. We thoroughly enjoy sharing our home with families and feel creating family memories is sooo important which you will do in our home. We are always grateful for any comments and suggestions from our guests.

What makes this property unique

Our home is well stocked, clean and well maintained. But the best thing we have to offer is the property. There is an acre of lawn, lots of parking and best of all the view. You can be in the backyard, looking out the windows or be on the deck or front porch and the view is always awesome!! The front faces the Wasatch Mountains where you'll find some of the best ski resorts in the US. The back faces the Oquirrh Mountains and the view of the city is spectacular even when you're sitting in the hot tub. The property is also frequently visited by deer.

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English

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