Secluded Mountain Escape ★ XL Hot Tub ★ Close to Ski Fields ★ 1G Fiber

Family-friendly guesthouse with water park and Hot tub

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Large comfortable living space with air hockey, pool & toasty fireplace
Spacious, private outdoor living areas - 1/2 acre. Summertime hammock snoozing
Your own private sanctuary
 Has UV Sterilization and 52 Acupressure jets, bubblers and a waterfall
Going green - we added 38 solar panels to our house

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
AU$349
avg per night

Explore the area

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Sandy, UT
  • Place, Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mountain America Exposition Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Snowbird Ski Resort
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salt Lake City, UT (SLC-Salt Lake City Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Crib

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third or Children's Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$349
avg per night

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About the area

Sandy

Located in East Bench, a neighbourhood in Sandy, this guesthouse is in the mountains. Thanksgiving Point is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Snowbird Ski Resort and Alta Ski Area are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Loveland Living Planet Aquarium and Cowabunga Bay Water Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Loveland Living Planet Aquarium - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Cowabunga Bay Water Park - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • South Towne Center - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Mountain America Exposition Center - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Snowbird Ski Resort - 21 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • Draper Town Center Station - 6 min drive
  • South Jordan Station - 17 min drive
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sugar Fix - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Garage Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Secluded Mountain Escape ★ XL Hot Tub ★ Close to Ski Fields ★ 1G Fiber

★1,500 sq.ft of PRIVATE space NO SHARING★Pool table★Large, PRIVATE hot tub★Near Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons★Air Hockey/Ping-Pong, Poker, Ms PacMan, FoosBall, Basketball Hoop, Hammock★Outdoor Gazebo for Entertaining★Private BBQ★Comfortable Indoor Living★Fireplace★Large Fully Equipped Kitchenette★Dishwasher★Tons of Storage★Ski Boot/Ski Helmet Dryer★Ski-Clothing Dryer Closet★Foot Massager★3 Bedrooms w/Safe★Bath/Shower w/Heated Towel Rails★Washer/Dryer★Key Pad Entrance★ADA Friend★Flat driveway

Our home is named "Kia Ora" which is the Maori (Native New Zealander) word for "a welcome and good health to you" like the word "Namaste".
**Dry your wet ski/snowboard and boots here in our dryer room
**Don't bother with buying water here ! Our water is treated, pristine and PURE!
**1 Gig fiber - carry on working while you enjoy our powder

This home is nestled in the Cove of Hidden Valley and includes a private ground floor entrance with off-street parking for 2 cars, a secluded hot tub, a gazebo and a private bbq.
NOTE - unlike comparable rentals, we have a ground floor, ABOVE ground private wooded entrance. No reason to go stay underground like a rabbit in the dark!
We have a full-size pool table, an air hockey table, ping pong, Ms PackMan, FoosBall, Dart Board(s), poker, basketball hoop and bar. This 1,500 sq.ft. space has a fully-equipped kitchenette, 2 large bedrooms with a view (think passing deer, and an awesome sunset), with a sleep number bed and a pillow top in the other. The third bedroom has 2 bunk beds and 2 extra trundle beds. We also have a futon couch converting into a bed.
There is a ski/snowboard gear drying room, with a boot / helmet dryer. The lounge has a granite top bar and 2 fridges, an ice maker, office space and wifi. The bathroom has a kid-friendly tub, a double vanity with glass vessel sinks and ADA / elderly-friendly handrails. The living room has a fireplace, a futon couch and an awesome foot massager for after those fun, exhausting ski days. There's also a drop leaf table in the living room, that expands out to allow 8-10 people to dine at the same time. There is also an Air Hockey Table that converts into a Ping Pong Table. Then, relax in the hot tub, looking up at the stars and watching our resident deer wandering. There are also FREE private laundry facilities with a large capacity washer and dryer, with available laundry soap and dryer sheets. There is also an ironing board and iron. Necessities and complimentary toiletries are provided including soft towels, hot tub towels, shampoo, conditioner, soap, washcloths, lotion, and a hairdryer and flat iron.
The kitchenette is fully stocked with a coffee maker, a Keurig, a tea brewer, blender, pots, pans, toaster, dishwasher, microwave, medium-capacity Kitchenaid oven, dual burner, smart-touch induction burner, 2 dorm refrigerators, ice cream maker, toasted sandwich maker, automatic rice cooker and hopefully anything else you need. KITCHEN STAPLES: We provide Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate along with Olive Oil, Vinegar, Salt & Pepper, Sugar, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, and Maple Syrup. We like to cook and likely have what you're looking for.
The space is spacious for 6 guests, and great for up to 8 guests. There is a keypad entrance so you can check-in just about whenever you need without having to contact us. We are "2 stop-signs" from Snowbird and Alta Ski Resorts...20 mins from the airport, 5 minutes to Little Cottonwood, 10 minutes to Big Cottonwood.
Our cleaners have been Covid-19 Vaccinated and our space is fully disinfected and ozone treated between guests.
We also have 2 sets of snowshoes available, please just email or text me your request. Also, when there's no snow on the ground, we have tennis rackets available for your use. There is a free court available in our neighborhood, about a 5 mins walk from the house. We also have racquetball rackets, and basketball, and 2 mountain bikes. Though you'll have to convince Ken that you're a proficient rider before he lends you his new baby LOL.

***Note - we have baby-sitting services I personally vouch for, a Nanny with over 30 years of experience, on-call, available nights and weekends. She is CPR first aid certified.

***Pack-and-play available with notice***Baby Monitor Available***

***I have an awesome hairstylist who makes house calls, if this helps you out !***

Guest Access:
You have exclusive use of the hot tub, bbq, gazebo, patio and entire 1,500 sq.ft guest suite. Our property is over 1/2 acre, and close to the base of Little Cottonwood - 20 mins driver to Snowbird and Alta (summertime). The space you are renting has a private entrance on the ground floor, above ground, (NOT a basement) and has off street parking.

Other things to note
Please note that this is a 1,500 sq.ft. guest suite in our home, that encompasses the entire above ground, ground floor. The floor plan is extremely spacious - you won't be cramped!

Exterior security cameras on property FOR YOUR SAFETY AND SECURITY ONLY.
1 camera on entrance to property
1 camera on entrance to rented space.
NOTE THESE ARE Outside only CAMERAS. THERE ARE ZERO CAMERAS INSIDE, ZERO CAMERAS ON THE HOTTUB, ZERO CAMERAS FACING INTO YOUR PRIVATE SPACE

Hope to see you soon !
Ken and Emma

Amenities

Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Mountain Escape ★ XL Hot Tub ★ Close to Ski Fields ★ 1G Fiber pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Mountain Escape ★ XL Hot Tub ★ Close to Ski Fields ★ 1G Fiber?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Mountain Escape ★ XL Hot Tub ★ Close to Ski Fields ★ 1G Fiber?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Mountain Escape ★ XL Hot Tub ★ Close to Ski Fields ★ 1G Fiber located?

This family-friendly Sandy guesthouse is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Dimple Dell Regional Park. Loveland Living Planet Aquarium and Cowabunga Bay Water Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

Secluded Mountain Escape ★ XL Hot Tub ★ Close to Ski Fields ★ 1G Fiber Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is great. Nice quiet area in a beautiful area. Grocery stores are close which is a huge plus when staying at a VRBO. There were games and other details that made the stay even better!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Family Accommodations

We really enjoy the stay! There was everything you need for a relaxing, enjoyable stay close to the ski resorts. The hosted where very accommodating and helpful and we would love to come back here for another ski trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

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

We'll Be Back!

It was so fun! This kind of ruined all of rentals for me. What could possibly top this? My kids/teens were so entertained, the whole time! Everything we needed and wanted was available. Perfection!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorie J.

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

Serenity and beyond

The property is tucked away with a beautiful wooded atmosphere right on the Wasatch front with picturesque Mountains. It truly is a gem. Saw fun and friendly wildlife, a mommy and baby deer, frolicking squirrels that seemed domesticated actually. The home is rustically but also elegantly decorated with all the entertainment for adults, our 9 and 17 year old grandkids too - Pool table, air-hockey, private hot tub and a quiet gazebo to take in the outdoors and more The kitchen is nicely stocked with cooking and meal prep needs too! The kids room is so fun, with a light show projector… (picture below)Our host Emma, was delightful and always quick to respond. I Will definitely definitely stay again when visiting the area, we loved this stay and property. The James Family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

wonderful property, excellent location for skiing

Emma's place was perfect for our family ski trip with 18 and 22 year olds, the pool table got tons of use from our 22 year old and the location close to the mouth of Little Cottonwood was terrific for skiing. The appliances, fixtures, and furnishings all felt high end, decor was fun and eclectic, the hot tub was great, and Emma was very helpful and communicative. We liked the quiet setting in a neighborhood. Kitchen was well equipped (counter top over was fine), and everything was very clean. Would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon C.

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

Nice place, convenient

Easy to book
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

maria c.

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

Home from home...

Lovely basement accommodation in a nice neighborhood with easy access to all the main areas south of Salt Lake City. Great hosts - perfect instructions for check-in and everything was catered for within the Unit. Anybody staying here will not be disappointed! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Family Spring Break

Very convenient to skiing, enjoyed grilling, hot tub & playing pool. Comfortable and fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Great Place!!

We really enjoyed our stay. The location is good and all the things to do at the house was fun!! The property manager was very attentive and helpful if needed. We would recommend the rental to others and stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Justin I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not quite as it seems

Not a full kitchen, with rules and permission request on use of amenities. Not a private rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Stay-cation destination- beautiful amd just what our family needed

It was clean, cozy, and quiet. Very nice and welcoming- I didn’t fear my kids breaking or touching belongings they could possibly break and that making me a nervous wreck - it is cutely decorated but the sense of family and had a lot of towel warmers! The hot tub was clean and worked!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

tara s.

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

Close to Aquarium

Very fun lots to do!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

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

Lovely stay

Beautiful and lovely space, Emma was a wonderful and responsive host throughout our stay. She also provided tips for hiking and restaurants. Games were a delightful element of staying in this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Lovely property

Wonderful property and gracious hosts! The grounds were lovely & everyone loved the pool & hockey tables. The deer in the yard was an extra bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

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

Perfect Spot!

Great neighborhood and location for our ski trip to to Alta and Snowbird! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Our family loved the hot tub, fireplace and all the games! Only wish there was a full stove- but the cooktop worked out just fine! Had a wonderful time and would love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

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

Very Nice and Quiet

Very nice daylight basement lodging in a quiet, upscale neighborhood. The parking spot was a bit tricky to navigate out of and the wireless internet strength was somewhat inconsistent, but overall we are very happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curt O.

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

Family Super Bowl and Ski Weekend

Spent a wonderful weekend of skiing with the family. Kia Ora was very convenient to Snow Bird. There was plenty of room and we really enjoyed all of the amenities that were provided. The hot tub was fantastic, we barbecued on the grill and played lots of pool and darts. Highly recommend this great Vrbo!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Beautiful apartment, super comfortable

Delightful apartment where we wanted for nothing, perfect setup for our older kids with delightful back yard complete with deer in the snow & hot tub! Magnificent Host, made our holiday perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky D., Bozeman, Montana

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

Created for Fun!

My kids loved all the games! Air hockey, Ms Pac-Man, and a pool table provided great entertainment! Our host Emma was extremely helpful and responded immediately to any question we had. The property had everything we needed! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kasey I.

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

Perfect Getaway

We absolutely loved our stay! The home was stocked with absolutely anything we could have needed. The pool table and air hockey table kept our family entertained for hours. The patio was secluded and private and we always felt like we were at the property with just our family. The location was nearby so many beautiful hikes and outdoor activities. I didn’t want to leave! We saw deer while sitting on the patio every night which my kids loved! We would love to stay again during future trips to Utah!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

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

Such A Cute Spot!

We really enjoyed our stay. The kids had fun playing pool and loved the big hot tub. The yard was beautiful and felt private with all the trees. The owners are great to work with. Close to town and all the other things we were doing. Our only wish was for another bathroom. I assumed it had two but there is only one, so sharing one bathroom with 8 people was a bit tricky but we managed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Amazing family ski trip!

Our family (2 boys ages 12 and 14) had the best time visiting Alta/Snowbird and staying at this property. Emma the host was extremely responsive, kind and attentive. She even mailed me items we forgot to pack up at check out! My kids loved the pool and air hockey table and we also used the hot tub right out the door a couple of times. Highly recommend this property if you are planning on visiting Sandy and the nearby mountains!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolin

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

Good

Everything was wonderful. The only issue we had was we wanted to cook some meals but there was not proper appliances to do so. Everything else was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander B., Jersey city, USA

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

Perfect for snowbird/alta getaway

Good for short quick ski trip to alta/snowbird. Bit of a unique property but definitely doesn't take away from its charm. Aprox 20 min drive to ski resorts, private hot tub with very nice backyard and grill. Only downside is 1 bathroom and mattresses need updates but those are all negligible when you come to ski. Other huge plus is wild deer just roam the property and they get so close to you!!! So thats always fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian K., Lewisberry Pa,USA

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

Perfect spot for skiing

Great location. Super clean. Comfortable. Made our ski trip easy. We skied Snowbird, Alta and Brighton and had a blast. Enough on the edge of the city to be at your outdoor destination in 10-20 mins but close enough to stores and restaurants in 5. We cooked most of our meals and had everything we needed to do so. Nice open space to hang out and relax in the evening with quiet rooms for those that want to turn in early. PacMan and billiards were a hit as was the hot tub to rest achy muscles . Best part is comfortable beds and clean and inviting space making it a home away from home. Will rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022