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looking from boot room through kitchen towards breakfast nook

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9.4

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12186 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Washer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Hedley, BC

Apex Mountain Resort6 min walk
Apex Mountain31 min drive
Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional)42 min drive
Peach51 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

Nice, very funky in a good way. Very convenient to slopes. You may need to tighten bolts to water closet on toilet in up...

Michael D.

Mar 8, 2024

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Double sofa bed (downstairs sitting room)

1 Double Futon

downstairs closet

1 Single Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Queen Bedroom #3 (downstairs)

1 Queen Bed

queen room #1 (upstairs)

1 Queen Bed

queen room #4 (downstairs)

1 Queen Bed

Queen room #2 (upstairs)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Apex Mountain Ski-in / Ski-out Cabin close to Penticton

Holy Smoke is @ Apex Mtn roughly 30 mins from Penticton on paved road. Cabin is 2500 sqft on .5 acre flat treed lot, 30m flat from Stray Horse ski trail and a 5 min walk to village. 5 bedrooms (1 king 4 queens) +2 double pull outs, 1 single cot, 2 bathrooms. Nickel Plate Lake, Nordic Centre & Provincial Park 4.5 km away. Apex skating rink and skate loop in the trees and miles of hiking (snow shoe trail along the back of property) Base Price is based upon 2 guests. Pets upon approval fees apply
There is a 10 guest, and minimum night bookings in high season/ long weekends :)
Holy smoke was built in 1957. Holy smoke has a long history for being a local booze can/ party scene w large Igloo parties in the backyard and the main cabin converted into a bar w dance floor. For a long time Holy Smoke was considered the largest cabin on the hill. Come enjoy a piece of Apex heritage :)

Property manager

John Redenbach

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

4 night minimum over long weekends, 5 night minimum during Christmas Break

Base Price is based off of two person occupancy. Minimum night stay/ minimum number of guests may apply during high season

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penticton

This cabin is located in Penticton. Snaza’ist Discovery Centre and Trout Creek Canyon Trestle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Apex Mountain Resort and Nickel Plate Cross Country Ski Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Linden Gardens and LocoLanding Adventure Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

View more Cabin rentals in Penticton

Hedley, BC

What's nearby

Apex Mountain Resort - 6 min walk
Apex Mountain - 31 min drive
Skaha Beach - 42 min drive
Skaha Lake - 43 min drive
Peach - 51 min drive

Getting around

Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Gunbarrel Saloon & Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Apex Mountain Ski-in / Ski-out Cabin close to Penticton pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Apex Mountain Ski-in / Ski-out Cabin close to Penticton?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Apex Mountain Ski-in / Ski-out Cabin close to Penticton?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Apex Mountain Ski-in / Ski-out Cabin close to Penticton located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cabin in Penticton is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Apex Mountain Resort and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Nickel Plate Cross Country Ski Area is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Michael D.

8 Mar 2024

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

Ski cabin

Nice, very funky in a good way. Very convenient to slopes. You may need to tighten bolts to water closet on toilet in upstairs bath. 2 flourescent lights missing.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Honore P.

30 Sept 2023

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

Catch up

Beautiful nature, great location and atmosphere

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlo C.

20 July 2023

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

Cabin Life

Super fun! Had everything we could have needed!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Christine L.

21 Feb 2023

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

Nice cabin

Great snow. Good space for family and kids

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara L.

16 Jan 2023

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

Clean and comfy cabin close to the village

Our group had a great stay here. The wood fireplace was a nice feature; when the power went out in the village and surrounding area we were still warm.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joni W.

4 Sept 2022

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

Quiet, cozy Cabin

Felt like home away from home

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colette T.

3 Apr 2022

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

Ski get away

The cabin was definitely roomy and stocked . Although the lower level was quite musty. The cabin would benefit from having a map to find the ski in ski out.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gwendal C.

20 Mar 2022

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

Great location and a convivial feeling cabin

Everything was easy to find and we really appreciated the kitchen accessories such as slow cooker and microwave and multitude of pots and pans. The wood stove did a great job of keeping us warm.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

19 Mar 2022

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

An amazing spot for a big family Apex trip

We needed a large cabin for all of our family to stay in while hosting our wedding in the Village at Apex. Holy Smoke is a excellent spot for 4-5 couples to all sleep comfortably and have great ski-in, ski-out access. The pool table is the cherry on top as it provided a great spot to hang out and relax when not out on the hill.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

4 Feb 2022

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

Perfect!

We had a family vacation for eight of us ages 8 to 77. Four skiers so close to the mountain was ideal. Lots of space to gather as a group for dinner and games, while also separate rooms for quiet time. We will absolutely be coming back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

29 Jan 2022

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

Great Place!

Perfect for our group of family/friends… loved the ski in ski out and easy communication between owners! Recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Valerie T.

28 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Needs to be better for the price

Cabin is spacious and location is great. Loved the wood burning stove and water pressure was good. BUT. . . beds are all very uncomfortable, bedding is old and not cozy at all, tv is small and the place is full of trinkets and clutter. Also was not given proper access code and couldn't get in so had to VRBO to get ahold of host. Left us cold, locked outside for hours while wanting to unload before dark. Two other things to note: get ready to get hit with a bunch of rules and information at check-in that should really be listed on the listing when booking. I also felt like I was put off cancelling guests that I knew weren't going to be able to make it so I could only get 50% refund. In the end I was offered $75 dollars at check-in for 2 guests not coming which just felt like a kick in the teeth. But with upgrades and some effort this place could be really great.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caren D., Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

19 Jan 2022

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

Expectations well met

Cabin was across the street from the Strayhorse Trail making ski-in/ski-out really easy. We arrived during an extreme cold spell (-25 deg C). It took a couple of hours for the wood stove and baseboards to warm up but the cabin was cozy and warm even with the frigid temperatures for the rest of our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

8 Sept 2021

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

Peaceful location

We had a great time staying here. We rarely saw anyone in the neighbourhood. The kitchen was fully stocked and there were loads of towels in the bathroom. The beds were fairly comfortable. The TV is older and small and can be used for watching DVD’s only (which was OK with me). It was an adjustment for my husband but worked out fine 😉 Sadly, fires were banned so we didn’t get to enjoy a camp fire on the spacious property. It was a 15 minute drive to get to the bottom of the mountain and then another 15 minutes to Penticton. My kids would like to stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P., Vancouver

10 Aug 2021

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

Great summer getaway

Apex is a great alternative to staying in the valley during the summer. It's super chill and quiet up on the mountain - with a small group of friends, the cabin was a great spot to gather.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

28 July 2021

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

Girls vacation

This was a excellent rustic cabin. Just my GF and I stayed, but it sleeps a lot more. It was 40 min from Penticton and 50 min from Oysoss. Hot summer days at the beaches and cool summer evening at the cabin. My GF and I would like to come back again and bring are family’s. Thanks John and Krista for sharing your family cabin. 😊

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

caroline m., Montreal

19 July 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As expected!

The cabin is a short drive from Penticton (35 min) with a scenic view that gave us the chance to see a bear! We were happy to be far from the fires and the heat of the valley. This is not the place if you want to be near the beaches but this is if you want fresh Mountain air. The basement was a bit humid but was ok with open windows. Very cozy for two families with teenagers!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Joan H.

7 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Someone dropped the ball

My family and I arrived 10 minutes early before our 4 PM check-in,so we just explored the outside of the cabin. At 4 o’clock we tried the door as it was locked, checked our emails/ spam to see if they sent us a code for the door (Nothing received) Tried the TWOnumbers on their website TWICE and just had to leave messages, now it is 4:45 and we contacted VRBO where then they contacted the owners to email us the pass code for the door. Didn’t enter the home till 4:50pm

8/10 Good

Courtney C.

6 July 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Like staying at grandmas cabin in the woods!

Overall good stay. The place kept cool in the hot summer, no ac needed. The place was a dead town, no one around in the summer which I liked. Down side would be that the lodge was closed because of that. There is a lake near by as other people have reviewed which I did eventually get to and it is beautiful but I do wish someone had said that you need an all wheel drive vehicle/ off roading vehicle to get there as we had to get there by foot. If you have a truck you are golden! The cabin has a great fire pit with lots of fire wood supplied. The linens and towels need up grading/ cleaning as well as some dusting. The fridge was spotless which I loved. The dryer didn’t work so we had to hang dry our clothes. But you are supplied with a nice smelling washer pod. The pool table is in a room where there isn’t much elbow room, however a small pool stick is provided which helps. We brought our pup and she LOVED the yard space! She was depressed when we got back home to our condo! The owner is super responsive and helped handle any issues promptly. Would be a great place in the winter, as well as an isolated summer get away!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

4 July 2021

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

Summer Retreat

Spent the Canada Day weekend with family and all had great things to say… The days were warm but the nights cool off pretty fast and would be the perfect place to sit around a campfire … had there not been a fire ban in place.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

19 Mar 2021

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

Totally Awesome

Wonderful ambience, location, room for many more than us 4 but also perfect to spread out and enjoy

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

2 Mar 2021

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

Family weekend

Loved this rustic get away! Excellent!

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

1 Aug 2020

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

Nice quiet week

The cabin was very comfortable and had everything we needed, kitchen well stocked etc., older but clean and cosy. Apex is very quiet in the summer but it's just what we wanted and we enjoyed having a yard as we took our dog with us. The nearby Nickel Plate Lake Provincial Park was a gem and we explored the nearby trails and spent time by the lake.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mirriam D. B., Canada

1 Aug 2020

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

Lovely comfortable cabin, a good accommodation for ore party of 7.

Holy Smoke is a comfortable accommodation for our party of 2 families. We had a great time and enjoyed the peace and quiet in the cabin. We’ll certainly return again. Thank you John & Krista for our lovely stay .

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Gordon A.

31 Mar 2020

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

Rustic Ski Get Away

We had a great time at Apex and at Holy Smoke. It's a place with great character if you like rustic comfort. Close to the trail that gets you to the village and you can ski to the same spot at the end of the day. Short walk from there to the Smoke! All in all would recommend and would stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

About the host

Hosted by John Redenbach

John and Krista both grew up in the valley and love spending their year round at the hill with family and friends.
they hope the family cabin adds warmth and fun to your stay.

Why they chose this property

This cabin has character and feels like home, with ample room for the whole family. With views of the hill and within a short walk (30meters) to stray horse trail, it is perfectly situated. Experience the full deal at this property. It offers a wood burning stove, a fire pit out back and a slate pool table in the basement. Holy smoke has something for everyone year round!

What makes this property unique

The Big windows in the main living area are great to sit back in front of the wood stove and watch the snow fall or gaze out at the stars. It truly helps you unwind the second you walk in the door and feel like your away from it all, even though your so close to the ski hill, Nickel Plate Nordic Centre, Nickel Plate Lake/ Provincial Park and even Penticton (30 mins away).