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Grandma's backyard oasis at Park Place

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

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Orem, UT
  • Place, Provo River
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hale Center Theater Orem
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Provo Beach Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Provo, UT (PVU)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs large bedroom

1 King Bed

Downstairs Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

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

Main upstairs bathroom

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

Master Bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Grandma's backyard oasis at Park Place

Enjoy grandmas backyard oasis perched in the foothills of Mount Timpanogos, overlooking Utah Valley and Utah Lake. Experience this beautifully well-kept home with furniture to match as you step back into the 1970s. Grandmas backyard is full of nature; deer, bunnies, birds in all their variety. Only 40 minutes south of Salt Lake City, this centrally located home is close to everything...15 minutes from Sundance Resort where you can enjoy zip lining, theater, hiking, skiing and more; 15 min from Deer Creek Reservoir for boating fun; 15 min from BYU and UVU; 10 min from shopping and entertainment. Harmon's grocery store is just 1 mile away. With 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms this is the perfect place for your family to stay. There's plenty of room for family gatherings, game nights and bbqs in the backyard. A formal dining room for special occasions and a casual kitchen dining area will meet all your mealtime needs. The large outdoor Gas grill is perfect for summer bbqs. The 2 car garage has plenty of space for ski/snowboard equipment or all the college student purchases as you prepare your student for college life. The master bedroom has a California King size bed. The other 3 bedrooms have a King, and 2 Queens. The neighborhood is safe and in an area of well established homes. You are sure to enjoy your stay at Park Place. There is WiFi throughout the house. No pets allowed. No parties. This is a family establishment.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave keys and garage door opener on the kitchen desk.
If you have unopened food items, you may leave them in the fridge or cupboard for the next guest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking is allowed at this property, including in the home, garage, in the yard or street. Evidence of smoking will incur a $1000 violation fee.
Please remove your shoes upon entering the home.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1307067vb
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

About the area

Orem

Located in Northridge, a neighbourhood in Orem, this holiday home is near a water park and on a lake. Utah Lake State Park and Deer Creek State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Provo Beach Resort and Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Marriott Center or LaVell Edwards Stadium. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Orem, UT

What's nearby

  • Provo River - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Hale Center Theater Orem - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Provo Beach Resort - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • University Place - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Utah Valley University - 12 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Orem Station - 17 min drive
  • Provo, UT (PVU) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mama Chus - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Amigo - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grandma's backyard oasis at Park Place pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grandma's backyard oasis at Park Place?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grandma's backyard oasis at Park Place?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grandma's backyard oasis at Park Place?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grandma's backyard oasis at Park Place located?

Located in Northridge, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Wasatch-Cache National Forest and within 3 miles (5 km) of Provo River and Hale Center Theater Orem. Provo Beach Resort and Orem City Dog Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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. 51 out of 51 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

HECTOR G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great day hopefully we’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
It’s always a pleasure to host your family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth T S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very charming and nostalgic stay at grandmas house. It was like a museum and reminded so much of my grandparents home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thanks for staying at our home. We’re so glad you enjoyed your nostalgic visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good accommodations. So clean and wee-stocked. All our needs were met. Such a nice atmosphere for our family gathering
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and that we could provide a nice place for you to gather with family and create fun memories. You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean convenient home.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grandma’s backyard has the best host! I am so appreciative of the kindness and compassion the host gave to us.The home is very cozy, warm, and very comfortable.I’d give her 20 stars out of 10!I recommend this host and her home.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m so glad you enjoyed our home. Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy L.

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

Great home for a large family to gather.

Great home for a large family to gather. Home owner was great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Grandma's House

We had a great time gathering with our family for a Spring break trip. The house was very clean and in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your visit and got to spend time with your family! Come back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene A.

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

Perfect location

This home is perfectly located for so many activities. The backyard is magnificent. The home was very clean and well stocked with anything you might need.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you for staying at our home. I was a delight having you. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corena C.

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

Roomy and Well Stocked

This house has plenty of space to gather with our family. We enjoyed the trails right next to the property. We found everything we needed for cooking and outdoor barbecue!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed the home and we’re able to use the backyard and bbq. Thanks for taking such good care of the home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lester g.

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

Father and sons trip

Everything was as stated. Beds were very comfortable, very nice view out upstairs windows. Would definitely reccomend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay and the view!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

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

Relaxing and Homey

We had a nice stay at this quiet, clean home. Loved the "retro" feel. It literally feels like you have stepped back in time to your grandmother's home. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed stepping back in time and got to relax a little. We enjoyed having you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Magaly V.

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

Great warm and welcoming home

My family and I stayed in this house and it was perfect for our group. There was more than enough room for everyone and multiple bathrooms is always a plus. We were able to enjoy the backyard and patio (when the weather cooperated) and the kitchen was roomy. The view from the living room was beautiful as the house is at the top of a hill but easy to get to. The owner was great at responding to our questions and check-in and check-out was super easy. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you for staying with us. We are so happy you enjoyed your visit and the house. Come again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Beautiful yard for outdoor gathering

Myself along with my husband and 5 adult children stayed at Grandma's House. There was plenty of space and everyone had their own bed. We celebrated my son's upcoming wedding with 45 family and friends in the beautiful yard. There was plenty of room and the pictures turned out wonderfully with all of the green in the background.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
I’m thrilled you got to enjoy the backyard and got some good pictures. There have been many family gatherings and pictures taken in that backyard. You picked a good week too, as it rained after you left. Thanks for taking such good care of Grandma’s house!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis B.

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

Orem Oasis

Spacious and clean. All the amenities. Bountiful hot water for after a day on the slopes (Sundance has Alpine and Nordic). Great market (Harmons) close by. If you need a firm bed, the best option is the queen downstairs. Don't miss the stained glass exhibit ("Roots of Knowledge") at Utah Valley University.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thanks for staying at our home. We’re glad you enjoyed it and had fun at Sundance! Good to know about the stained glass exhibit. Thanks for leaving the home so clean!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete A.

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

Warm and lovely stay at Grandma’s house!

Wow! Step back in time to visiting your favorite Grandma. You would swear she is going to step out of the kitchen at any moment with a warm batch of homemade cookies! The house is not only fully stocked with anything you could possibly need, but also the love and memories of family is palpable! Grandma’s house is a very special place. You will feel loved staying there! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Our mother’s home was definitely a place where everyone felt loved and many memories were made there. I’m so glad you and your wife felt that healing love. Thanks for taking such great care of our home. Come back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith J.

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

Great property in a great location.

Conveniently located in Orem, UT less than 3 miles off I-15, this property delivers a great value and it has a good view of the valley. The house was built in the 70s, has been well-maintained, and still has the original decor. This is truly like going to stay with your grandparents. You will find all the amenities you need and then some. Gracious host available at anytime should you have a question or concern. Close to Main St and State St with lots of stores and restaurants. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We love that you enjoyed your trip to Grandma’s Backyard Oasis and enjoyed having you! You’re welcome again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

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

Impressive home and comfort

Your property felt as if we were at home the minute we walked in. It is just as it says, that we step back in time. It was fantastic. We were all raised in the 70's, so nostalgic and so fun. Thank you for the care and keeping of your home. It shows such character. We will rent again, as it was wonderful. Thank you Tauni
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
I’m so happy you enjoyed your stay and felt so at home! We love it when our guests can take a step back in time and reminisce of days gone by! You are welcome any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Fantastic, warm comfortable, spacious perfectly preserved, delightful home.

This home is just like stepping back in time and arriving at your grandmas home. Especially if your grandma was stylish and loving and wonderful. The location is ideal tucked into the mountain side. The decor is perfectly preserved and is awe inspiring. The home is equipped with all the essentials. Access is a breeze. We are a group of adults and the spaciousness of the home allowed everyone privacy and entertainment space without disturbing others. I will book this home again and again on my future visits to Orem. It is Fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We so enjoyed having you all stay at our home! You were delightful guests. Thanks for taking such good care of our home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crestina Marie T.

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

Perfect

Tauni was so incredible. We had to find a last minute place to stay while our son awaited transport for a surgery. This house has everything you could ever think of needing. It is so beautiful and the yard was perfect for our 20 month old daughter who hates being indoors. It was such a short drive to the hospital and there was a grocery store right down the street which made our life so much easier. The kitchen is completely stocked with everything, so you don't have to worry about anything when cooking. The home is so unique and right out of the 70's it was an incredible experience during quite a difficult time for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Im so glad you were able to stay and feel at home there. It’s always fun to know when people get to enjoy the beautiful backyard. Come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

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

Just like Grandma's house

Step back into time in this 70s era house where you have everything you need. Large spaces, comfortable mattresses, ample lounging areas and beautiful, private backyard. The only drawbacks were the upholstered furniture has seen better days, and the only way to enter the house was via stairs, either interior or exterior. That could be difficult for older or disabled visitors or babies in strollers. We were a party of six adults visiting for a mother's memorial service. We hosted a large family get together after the service for a number of relatives we had not been able to visit for over a year - so nice to have the room to accommodate everyone. Thank you, Tauni, for your hospitality and comfortable home with plenty of space to stretch out and catch up.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thanks for your comments! I’m glad you enjoyed our home and got to visit with family and enjoy the yard. It was a pleasure having you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorri L.

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

Home Away From Home

This property was awesome! It was very clean and well-stocked with all the essentials such as dishes, silverware, some spices, soap, laundry detergent and Dish TV and free WiFi! It was very roomy, with lots of space to have friends and family over for the evening. There were touches of home with a fully decorated Christmas tree, and various Christmas decorations in various parts of the home. My granddaughter and husband had a great time playing in the snow in the big back yard. Being from Hawaii, building snowmen and playing in the snow was a new and fun experience. If there was anything I needed or if I had any questions, a text to Tauni brought almost instant results. We also liked that we had to take off our shoes as we do at our own home, so the floors and carpets were spotless! (Almost forgot to mention that Tauni's family shoveled the driveway.) We really enjoyed our stay at this unit. Thank you, Tauni and family.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Lorri, we are so happy you enjoyed our home and the snow! We enjoyed seeing your snowmen in the backyard. Thank you for taking such good care of our home! Aloha!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Beautiful home, so welcoming

I can't believe how nice this place is. Its the house you wanted your grandma to have when the whole family came home for Thanksgiving. The 2 bedroom upstairs/2 downstairs split is really nice. The bathrooms are nice. Towels and blankets are everywhere. There are multiple family/living room spaces and multiple dining areas. The house manages to be huge and cozy at the same time. The view from the front windows was amazing. You can see so many mountains at the same time! There is really easy access to some nice hiking trails just a few hundred feet down from the front door. We saw families of deer several times as they made their way across the neighborhood. The house backs up to a hill, so the back yard doesn't have any neighbors. It felt nicely secluded, even if the flocks of quail were watching intently as they nestled into in the bushes. The owners are really easy to work with and very responsive to messages. We had a great time and will stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We loved having you stay with us! Thanks for taking such good care of our hone and leaving g it so clean. Yes the wildlife around here is fun and the area is beautiful. We’d love to have you stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Great for Families

Tauni’s place is a great and loving tribute to “grandma.” Staying there was like revisiting the mid 20th century! The home is very well-maintained and very clean. For our family of 8, the best part was there was room for little ones and teens to spread out and have plenty of space for online “zoom” school; internet connection worked great, too. The yard is grassy and gorgeous and my kids ran all around playing tag and croquet. The home is on a hill, so from the windows and porch are beautiful views of Utah Lake and the breathtaking mountain range. The neighborhood is quiet and only a short walk to the Dairy Queen (kids loved that). We are runners, too, so the neighborhood was easy to navigate for a quick “get out and take a run” opportunity. Shopping and freeway access is close and easy. Hostess Tauni was kind and wonderful to communicate with; she stocked the home with all the supplies and extra blankets, towels, dishes, etc that we needed. We visited for a weekend wedding event, and we were able to host a few cousins for an after-dinner reunion for a few hours and had plenty of seating. Wonderful stay and we know “grandma” would definitely be pleased to see so many people enjoying her peaceful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
I’m so pleased you and your family enjoyed staying at Grandna’s house! She definitely would have been happy that you got to enjoy it! It was a pleasure having you. Come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Nice home, close to Provo canyon.

Nice home, close to Provo Canyon in quiet neighborhood. Great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
I'm happy you enjoyed your stay and that it was so close to everything you needed. Thank you for staying at our home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Happy Place!

This was a great home!!! Very reasonable and super clean. The owners were amazing.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We enjoyed having you! It was fun to see the kids playing in the snow, enjoying the backyard.

About the host

Hosted by Tauni Merrell

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This timeless home was built by my father in 1974. My parents lived there the rest of their lives. You'll see some of the Park family history on the walls as you learn about their achievements in establishing Orem, like the famous Park Bowl, a natural ampitheatre used for rodeos and outdoor entertainment. My mother lovingly cared for the beautiful yard all her life. She loved its peace and beauty, and you will too.

Why they chose this property

Our home is clean and beautiful. It will take you back in time and remind you of visiting Grandma's house. The yard is peaceful and full of beauty and wildlife.

What makes this property unique

We are close to everything you would want to do in Utah County.

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