Chalet

Kicking Horse Cabin Retreat

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Exterior
Interior
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 13195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Golden, Britsh Columbia
  • Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Golden Eagle Express Gondola
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Stairway to Heaven Chair Lift
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Loft

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Full 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Full 2

Toilet · Shower only

Full 3

Toilet · Shower only

Half 1

Toilet

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Kicking Horse Cabin Retreat

This idyllic custom log home is perfect for your vacation retreat, for winter, spring, summer and fall!! Note summer activities include gondola to top of mountain for hiking and mountain biking, as well as chair lift to the 'Grizzly bear refuge'. Close by are fishing, golfing, white water rafting on the Grade 4 rated Kicking Horse river.

We are proud to offer our wonderful recreation home, located on the AWESOME ski hill, of Kicking Horse Mountain resort for rent for your short term vacation needs. This great location provides ski in and ski out accommodation for the more adventurous and is also conveniently located near a ski lift. This log based home features outstanding cathedral ceilings, with log beams galore and lots of huge windows to maximize the beautiful surroundings. The main floor features a large fully equipped kitchen and large dining table, and also breakfast bar seating. Main floor also features slate fireplace with gas fire and sitting area.


Laundry and washroom also on main floor.

Accommodation includes on the upper floor, a large master bedroom with private balcony and with large 4 piece master ensuite. Main bath on upper floor with a second bedroom featuring awesome log bunk beds- queen size bed on base and double above. Also on the upper level, you will find a large open relaxing space and a loft area featuring another bunk bed, double size (also featuring as a day bed- to use with TV/PS3 system) and with single bed above. The basement offers an additional retreat, with a large bedroom with large bright window and a set of double bunk beds. Another bathroom (shower room) and also sitting room/TV room.

Amazing views from every window, and outside features a deck , leading to private eight man hot tub surrounded by trees for the perfect end to a great day.

This is an ideal location, being just a few minutes walk to the local pub and restaurants, and for those special occasions, take the gondola to the top of the mountain and enjoy the awesome dining experience , 'on top of the world' at the Eagles Eye Restaurant.

Property manager

Mel McCartney
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
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
No outside noise, including no Hot Tubbing after 1

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
Property Registration Number PM214246254

About the area

Golden

Golden is home to this chalet. Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge and Golden Skybridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Burges James Gadsden Provincial Park and Columbia River. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Golden, Britsh Columbia

What's nearby

  • Kicking Horse Mountain Resort - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Golden Eagle Express Gondola - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Golden and District General Hospital - 17 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Golden Skybridge - 21 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Stairway to Heaven Chair Lift - 29 min drive - 7.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪A&W Golden - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kicking Horse Cabin Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kicking Horse Cabin Retreat?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kicking Horse Cabin Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kicking Horse Cabin Retreat located?

Situated in Golden, this chalet is within a 10-minute walk of Pioneer Chair Lift and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. Golden Eagle Express Gondola and Catamount Chair Lift are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kaylee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great house for big groups
Group of 4 couples who get together each year for an annual ski trip- we loved that everyone had their own space, but also lots of space where we could hang together. Great skiing, with ski out trail just across the road. Beautiful and well stocked kitchen with everything one would expect. Very nice that use of the garage is included. Hot tub could use better access as we always felt like we tracked dirt into it, even trying not to. Also would've been nice to have bath towels provided, kind of wierd that they arent- even face cloths, etc arent included. Otherwise we had a grreat time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole d.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

K G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kicking Horse is Rad
This was an awesome place to stay. The house is great, layout is great, amenities are great.You can tell the owners really love their house. I really enjoyed our stay here. The ski-in/ski-out was extra nice. The kitchen is well appointed which is good since it is a bit of a drive to Golden.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kermit E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
January trip
Great time, wonderful property and Location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golden Ultra Trip 2024
My husband and daughter and I stayed here when she participated in the Golden Ultra which had stages both in Golden and at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. It was a very convenient location. The kitchen was well set up for cooking and we enjoyed relaxing in the great room between events. The bathrooms have been recently updated and the finishings make it seem like home. We would definitely come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Getaway
My top 2 favourite things were the hot tub and the beds! I never sleep well away from home and I slept like a rock!!! All of the amenities we needed were there. The hosts were so quick to respond to questions. We would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ofer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful house
Gorgeous house right next to the resort, very spacious, clean and organized. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all enjoyed our stay
There is so much for youngsters and adults to do!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David and Marcia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
A wonderful property in a beautiful location! We had so much fun and went home with incredible memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to unwind after exploring
Beautiful area, lots of space inside to unwind, great kitchen. Hot tub was a nice touch. Appreciated all the amenities! Looking forward to visiting in the winter sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house well supplied. Our group of seven were very comfortable.
Great House. Few minor maintenance issues to be dealt with during our stay, but no biggie. Host Mel was excellent with great communication leading up to and during our stay. Would definitely stay there again and happy to provide high recommendation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In Heaven!
Our Family was in heaven at Mel's ski in and out property! In march we could ski from the garage down the frozen driveway and over the frozen little street thar is Purcel Woods. From there you crossn1 street (5 meters) and are skiing downhill to the base/gondola. The house was perfect. With a queen bed and three sets ofnl bunkbeds we didnt even need the pull out couch. The hot tub worked great as did everything else. Loved our time and hope to be back soon.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MIke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great spot, great host
Great location, fantastic property with plenty of room for the whole crew. Check and check out was Breeze and the host was very attentive and efficient. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home short distance from base
We had a great time at Mel's place. Location was great, house was well stocked w games, toiletries and kitchen items (note bath towels are not provided). Great hot tub and layout. Garage is super convenient for storage and changing in and out of ski gear. Would recommend and return.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great place for a ski/snowboarding trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin B., Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin for a group or family, short walk to ski in/out.
Comfy cabin with that real "ski cabin" feel, nicely equipped and decorated. It's a 2 min walk to the ski run and then you can ski to the gondola, ski out right to the house off the run. Has a double garage which is nice as well for parking and storing gear. Hot tub is a nice plus! Would definitely come back in the future. Hosts were great, lots of detailed info on property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful cabin
we have been going to Kicking Horse for several years but had never stayed at this house before. In the future this will be our first choice. The cabin is very cozy and was beautifully decorated for the holiday season. The beds are very comfortable, the showers have rainwater style heads, the kitchen is open and well stocked with cooking materials. The host was very nice, easy to communicate with, and very accomodating. As long as there is a little bit of snow, this place is a true ski-in ski-out. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ingrid R., Millarville, AB

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kicking Horse Ski House
Overall, this is a good house and a good setup. We loved the downstairs hangout for the teens with a PS5. This left the main floor for the adults. The only weird thing that would drop my ratings is that we had to bring our own towels - both for the hot tub and the bathrooms. Overall a great rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kiran P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Canadian Rockies Trip - Stay at Golden
We truly enjoyed our stay at the Kicking Horse Retreat Cabin. Mel was a great host...the house was fully equipped with all necessities. We loved the hot tub, the rain shower, and a fully stocked kitchen. The cabin is very nicely decorated which made our experience even better. We would come back here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
House was wonderful. Comfortable beds and room for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eliza A., Ridgewood New Jersey USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with lots of room
What a great house! So comfortable lots of space for our family of four. Wonderful bathrooms and walking distance to the gondola. This house is exactly as advertised and then some. Mel the owner was extremely responsive and wonderful to deal with. If you plan to stay in Golden this house is a great option.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice forest cabin in Golden BC
My friends and family had a wonderful time staying at this home and playing golf at the Golden golf club. We would definitely stay here again if we do another golf trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connor T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ski in- ski out location
Awesome ski cabin, has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL/GEORGE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Retreat
This property is beautiful, comfortable, and peaceful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W., Sherwood Park, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True ski in and ski out!
This is the second time our family stayed in this beautiful home and it didn’t disappoint. The location is so perfect for getting to the lower gondola in the morning and returning for a lunch and then getting back out to the hill for the afternoon ski. The home is accessible off the Pioneer chair lift and a small trail that basically goes right to the house. The home is super clean and very well looked after. My three son’s totally enjoyed the hot tub after shreading pow all day. Dealing with the owner Mel is a snap and she will respond very quickly. I would highly recommend anyone who wants to stay on the hill to give this home a try. Kevin. W
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mel McCartney

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests