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Spacious mountain retreat nestled in Little Cottonwood Canyon - Alta/Snowbird

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, music library
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Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m

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UT, Sandy
  • Popular LocationLoveland Living Planet Aquarium11 min drive
  • Popular LocationSnowbird Ski Resort11 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlta Ski Area14 min drive
  • AirportSalt Lake City, UT (SLC-Salt Lake City Intl.)30 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious mountain retreat nestled in Little Cottonwood Canyon - Alta/Snowbird

3,000 sq.ft (4 bd + 2.5 bath) vacation townhome nestled in the trees of Little Cottonwood Canyon in historic Granite, Utah - 10 minutes from Snowbird Resort and 5 minutes to shopping and restaurants. Gaze straight up from the front door or through the many skylight windows to look for mountain goats grazing along the steep canyon walls. Enjoy the sauna, mountain views from four balconies, games of darts or billiards, movie nights with high-speed internet, and gather around the fireplace for a relaxing evening after a home cooked meal in the large and well-equipped kitchen.

LOCATION!! Skip the 1-2 mile car line leading up to the canyon on powder days!! Police stop traffic from entering Little Cottonwood when the canyon is closed for avalanche control. You are positioned to enter the canyon ahead of the line once they open. And if you leave for breakfast and want to come back to the house, just tell the police you are heading to your house on Quarry Drive. They will let you though.

The house is within walking distance of three trailheads for winter snowshoeing or summer hiking:
1. Alpenbock Loop - easy 1 mile loop for hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing
2. Temple Quarry Trail to Little Cottonwood Trail - hiking, trail running, mountain biking and snowshoeing
3. Bells Canyon Trail - 1 mile to a gorgeous mountain reservoir, 2.3 miles to a beautiful waterfall, 5 miles to a 2nd waterfall, and 6 miles to a high elevation lake

Recreational equipment, from skis to paddle boards, can be rented ~2 miles away. In the winter months, grab your skis and head up the road to Snowbird/Alta, or drive to the next canyon to Solitude/Brighton. Or drive ~45 minutes to Park City to ski PCMR or Deer Valley... so many options! In the summer months, take your fishing poles to the Temple Quarry Trail or drive your paddle boards to the nearby lakes in Parley’s canyon, Park City area, or Uinta mountains. We are happy to help with trip suggestions and local favorites- you can ride horses in the 600 acre preserve one mile away, take a white water rafting trip 45 minutes away, or visit some of our favorite alpine lakes. No shortage of adventures here!!

Our townhome is perfect for 1-3 families, a getaway with a few friends, or up to 4 couples.

We recommend a 4-wheel drive vehicle in winter if you plan to ski. The condo can accommodate 1 small / medium car in the garage plus one vehicle in the driveway.

Want to learn more?
https://www.altaapproachvacations.com/

Property manager

Carolyn Rice

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Note: loft space, spiral staircase

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Sandy

This vacation home is located in Granite, a neighborhood in Sandy, and is 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 popular attractions can visit Thanksgiving Point and Hogle Zoo. Loveland Living Planet Aquarium and Jungle Jim's Playland are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Loveland Living Planet Aquarium - 11 min drive
  • Snowbird Ski Resort - 11 min drive
  • Rio Tinto Stadium - 11 min drive
  • Alta Ski Area - 14 min drive
  • Cowabunga Bay Water Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Historic Sandy Station - 10 min drive
  • Murray Central Station - 17 min drive
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sumac Cafe - 7 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Zaferan Café - 9 min drive
  • Black Bear Diner - 6 min drive
  • Hog Wallow - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious mountain retreat nestled in Little Cottonwood Canyon - Alta/Snowbird pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious mountain retreat nestled in Little Cottonwood Canyon - Alta/Snowbird?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious mountain retreat nestled in Little Cottonwood Canyon - Alta/Snowbird?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious mountain retreat nestled in Little Cottonwood Canyon - Alta/Snowbird located?

Located in Granite, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Wasatch-Cache National Forest and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Dimple Dell Regional Park. Donut Falls and Big Cottonwood Canyon are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
great all around
great location to Snowbird/Alta! Lots of space and kitchen was well stocked with staples. Lots of fun playing pool and darts. Enjoyed the smaller private spaces for down time. Sauna was a treat. Thanks for sharing your mountain space with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Stay in Sandy
Location, location, location. If you're serious about getting some skiing in, especially at Snowbird and Alta, this property delivers. Carolyn is super attentive and there when you need her. Great time, great place.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This spacious townhome was in the perfect location for our group of friends! We really enjoyed the short ride down LCC after a day of skiing!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven!
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this lovely, comfortable and peaceful home. Carolyn was prompt and helpful in all her correspondence, and the home is exactly as described. Spacious with all the amenities needed, including an extremely well supplied kitchen. And, of course, the location is primo - the ability to avoid the junctions of roads leading to Little Cottonwood Canyon makes all the difference when it comes to dealing with the inevitable traffic up to Snowbird/Alta and even if heading to Big Cottonwood. Definitely one of the best ski season rentals we've had ever had, and we could not recommend it more highly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol G., Live in the city of Orange

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Place!
Property was just as described. We were a group of 8 and thoroughly enjoyed all the space and location. Skied at Snowbird and Solitude. My daughter found an awesome place to horseback ride, so pretty in the snow. Crockpot came in super handy and the master bed was so comfy! Two fireplaces kept everything cozy and enjoyable! Would like more space to put my toiletries in the master shower but we managed.Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful property with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernest U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Very nice property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful, spacious home with wonderful amenities, including a sauna and pool table. Lovely kitchen, beautiful skylight views of the mountains, and very peaceful neighborhood. We had a lovely stay and recommend it very highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen N., Oakland, CA and SLC, UT

Liked: Cleanliness
IDEAL lodging for a Group visit to Utah
Five friends flew into Utah to join me for a mid-week visit. The location was convenient and comfortable. Locating at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon gave us a perfect launch for hiking along the LCC stream and accessing the wildflowers in Albion Basin, as well as easy access to I-215 to get to SLC venues for entertainment and hospitality. The layout of the condo allowed for good separation so some people could read while others played pool or talked. Although it was hot, the AC was adequate and at night cross ventilation was easy. The instructions for entry and exit were simple, clear, and complete. The condo kitchen was stocked for simple cooking and everything throughout worked although they had some difficulty finding the on-off switch for the vacuum. Each person said they'd recommend this location and all wanted to return for another visit. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of room and great location!
Very convenient right at the base of the canyon. Had some great days at Alta and Snowbird. Really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023