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Mountain Luxury w/Hot Tub, Steam Room | The Stemwinder Chalet by Simply Kimberley

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TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services
Interior
Children's area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

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.

Mountain Luxury w/Hot Tub, Steam Room | The Stemwinder Chalet by Simply Kimberley

Have you ever longed for a true luxury experience in the mountains of British Columbia? Your search is over. Serving as a golf mecca in the warm weather and a skiing destination in the winter (and just 400m from the main chairlift), the Stemwinder Chalet provides a unique and memorable experience while perfectly attending to all the creature comforts one expects from a home of this calibre. Firewood is stacked high and the hardwood floors are freshly refinished. Two ski lockers are incld.

Tod, the owner, is a tourism professional operating Simply Kimberley, a boutique vacation rental company focusing on premium properties. I live and breathe Kimberley tourism. The Stemwinder Chalet is set up for contactless check-in with keyless entry. The door and garage codes are shared before your arrival.

Stemwinder Drive is the main entrance to the Kimberley Alpine Resort base area. Note, you can cross-country ski from the back door over to the Trickle Creek golf course where XC skiing is permitted. In summer, it's a 10-15 minute walk to Trickle Creek Golf Course although most of our golf groups choose our golf-shuttle option.

Most guests arrive by car. However, if you’d like private shuttle, our transportation business, Resort Tours and Transportation, provides charter transportation from YXC, YYC or FCA (Kalispell). In summer, our primary clientele is golf groups who enjoy our packaged green fees with daily shuttles.

The Stemwinder Chalet has access to the neighbouring paths and the many biking and hiking trails of Kimberley, BC. The property itself is accessed through the front door, ground-level back entrance or the single-car, garage door.

After a long day of golfing, skiing or adventuring, retire to the bubbling jets of the hot tub and then build a cozy fire around the fire ring. When it’s time to retire, you’ll hear the queen-size log beds whispering your name.

LIVING SPACES
Framed by 600-year old locally-sourced larchwood posts and beams, a river rock fireplace (firewood is supplied), and two-story windows, the living room is nothing short of spectacular.

It’s not hard to picture yourself cuddled up on one of the leather couches in front of a roaring fire as you sip on a mug of spiced cider, surrounded by your friends and loved ones. Can you hear the conversation and laughter?

Later it’s time to venture downstairs to the TV/game room to take advantage of the 65” UHD with Netflix and Telus Optik and Telus 1G WiFi. If you’re more in the mood for a friendly competition, the ping pong table can provide hours of fun and camaraderie. A custom-built poker table was added for the card players. Whatever activity you choose, it will be in breathtaking style at the Stemwinder Chalet.

COOKING & DINING
The modern and fully-equipped kitchen features a professional Wolf stove and everything you’ll need whether you’re creating full-course meals, easy lunches, or simple snacks. The extra-long peninsula bar provides additional food prep space, as well as seating for 4.

Bring back the family meal tradition at the adjacent dining table for 12. Take advantage of the opportunity to share stories and plan your further adventures.

SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS & BATHROOMS
With six bedrooms and four baths, there’s no doubt everyone in your party will find their own comfortable space to claim.

On the main level, the carpeted main bedroom has a king sleigh bed, a matching dresser, nightstands and a private door leading to the outside hot tub. The en-suite bathroom offers dual vanities, a leisurely soaking tub, and a walk-in shower.

The second level has three carpeted guest rooms, two with queen beds and the other with two twins. These bedrooms share a hall bath with a tub/shower.

The lower level of the home features two guest rooms, each with a gorgeous log queen bunk bed set. These bedrooms share a spa-like bath with a decadent 4-person steam room and walk-in shower.

OUTDOOR AMENITIES
If you close your eyes, it’s easy to picture the warm, soothing bubbles of the hot tub massaging weary muscles. When you manage to emerge, it’s time to light the natural gas fire ring and gather around the circle, perhaps as you’re dining on a dinner grilled on the 3-burner, natural gas Weber BBQ.

We provide off-street parking for up to 5 vehicles, as well as a single-car garage. Our property line is separated from the walkway by a row of larch trees, which turn out in all their golden finery in the fall.

WHAT'S NEARBY?
In the Southeastern corner of British Columbia, a detour off Highway 95 will take you directly to the heart of downtown Kimberley.

We have the Canadian Rockies in our front yard and the Purcell Mountains in our backyard, making us the perfect starting point for both vacation memories and adventure-seeking. In Kimberley, we’ve got all that you’ve come to expect in a classic British Columbia mountain town, with a few twists.

You’ll find 80+ runs and short lift lines at the Kimberley Alpine Resort. It doesn’t get any better than that!
If you dare, head underground to learn about our town’s 125-year mining history. Stock up on your organic snacks and cold-pressed juices at the Stoke Market aka “the gas station”.

With over 160 kilometres of trails within town limits, plus seven golf courses within a 30-minute drive, we’re pretty sure there’s something for everyone, from the novice to the expert.





The mountain to Platzl ski hill shuttle is available during winter. Or, Simply Kimberley runs a small fleet of passenger vans, buses and an SUV for charter transportation.

Our home is pet-friendly with the signing of our Pet Policy and our $25/night/pet surcharge. Please contact the owner, Tod, if you'd like to bring your dog. Wood-burning fireplace for cold winter nights and central AC for hot summer nights. Two ski lockers are provided at the resort base for leaving your skis vs. hauling them back to the chalet.

The City of Kimberley is governed by a Good Neighbour Bylaw and our quiet hours of 10PM - 7AM must be respected. Stemwinder Drive is a street of residences and vacation rentals. To protect our property and to respect our neighbours, the Stemwinder Chalet is NOT a “party home”. Please rent a condo if your group is coming to Kimberley to party. We operate with License STRU 2022-105 and are permitted up to 8 adult occupants.

Our chalet is equipped with a Minut device. This device monitors the property's sound levels, occupancy, and temperature while protecting our guests’ stay and privacy. For additional security purposes, the front door's exterior is monitored by a Nest cam.

Unfortunately, at this stage, we are not wheelchair-friendly.

Property manager

Tod Caton | Simply Kimberley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf nearby
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
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

Property is also known as

Stemwinder Chalet | Sleep 12 | Steam Room at Resort Base
Stemwinder Chalet Sleep 12 Hot Tub Steam Room A Groups' Dream
Stemwinder Chalet by Simply Kimberley 6 Bdrm Sleep 12 Steam Rm
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About the neighborhood

Map
Kimberley, BC

What's nearby

  • Owl T-Bar Ski Lift - 6 min walk
  • North Star Express - 7 min walk
  • Kimberley Alpine Resort - 8 min walk
  • Trickle Creek Golf Course - 15 min walk
  • The Platzl - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Cranbrook, BC (YXC-Canadian Rockies Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Over Time Beer Works - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Platzl - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sullivan Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Luxury w/Hot Tub, Steam Room | The Stemwinder Chalet by Simply Kimberley pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Luxury w/Hot Tub, Steam Room | The Stemwinder Chalet by Simply Kimberley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Luxury w/Hot Tub, Steam Room | The Stemwinder Chalet by Simply Kimberley?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Luxury w/Hot Tub, Steam Room | The Stemwinder Chalet by Simply Kimberley located?

Located in the mountains, this Kimberley chalet offers ski-in/ski-out access within 1 mi (2 km) of Owl T-Bar Ski Lift, Kimberley Alpine Resort, and Trickle Creek Golf Course. The Platzl and Kimberley's Underground Mining Railway are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Mountain Luxury w/Hot Tub, Steam Room | The Stemwinder Chalet by Simply Kimberley Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

Awesome Chalet. Beautiful setting
Really nice Chalet, interesting architecture, spacious.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Todd F.

Golf Trip
House was great for us 8 guys to enjoy a few days of Golf and fun. Outside deck and firepit are great for hanging out and the steam room is a bonus after golf. Great service and we will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Marni H.

Carman 2019
Awesome location, great set-up for families, we will no doubt be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emery P.

It was a beautiful oasis that took all the guests breath away!
The chalet felt like a big warm hug. We enjoyed all the amenities to the fullest! So much space for a bunch of guests to stay. 10/10 would come back in the future!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wayne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for extended family holiday
Our family of kids, their spouses and our grandchildren really enjoyed our stay. Great location ... close to playground, great for mountain biking, road cycling and hiking and not too far from the lake. Upstairs rooms got a little hot (no air conditioning) despite cool evenings on the mountain, but it was manageable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Charming chalet
We rented the Stemwinder Chalet for a week for our son's wedding. The chalet was well appointed, with great entertaining space and easily handled both our accommodation needs and socializing around a wedding! Everyone wished they could stay longer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Beautiful Property- Great for a Golf Trip
A group of us stayed here and absolutely loved the amenities. Tod was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. We also booked a round of golf in Cranbrook and Tod was able to provide a shuttle to get us to/from the course, which made everything even easier. Would come back in a heartbeat if in the Kimberley area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Charles I., Calgary Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better Than Advertised!
My family of 5 and in laws spent 5 nights at the Stemwinder in mid December. The property is outstanding as is Tod, the host, who was very responsive to any inquiry. The home comes with lots of extra creature comforts and is very spacious. The location of the property is great as its sandwiched in between some exceptional restaurants, the nordic ski track and of course the alpine resort. We will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gregory G., Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Venue!
The Stemwinder Shalet is a beautiful home and was very well stocked. We were a group of four families, whom all had kids between 6 and 8 years and there was tons of room for all of us. Tod was very helpful and quick to respond to any questions. The location is close to the ski resort but wasn’t quite ski-in/ski-out. It took about 5-10 min to walk up to the lift. When the path is snowed in enough, you can just about ski pole your way to the backyard. For most, it was just easier to drive the 1-2 minutes to the parking lot. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sheldon a.

The Stemwinder Chalet is absolutely amazing!!!
We just got back from an amazing weekend stay at the Stemwinder Chalet. We can't say enough great things about the house and our stay. The house is very clean and nicely upgraded. There were 4 families with kids in the house and there was never a time when we felt cramped or in each other way. Great outdoor space off the kitchen is where we spent most of our time and right next to the basketball court and park for the kids. One item I wanted to mention was there is lot of plates, cutlery cups etc that there was always a plate even with our large party. I would definitely come back and this may end up being our annual destination. Tod thank you for all your help!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dean M.

Spacious, cozy, quite and many pleasant amenities!!
Our family of 12 (9 adults and 3 children under the age of 3), and 2 dogs, recently, April 2019, stayed at the Stemwinder Chalet and we were very impressed with the amount of room and the many amenities the house had to offer. The hot tube and fire table on the deck; the heated bathroom floors; the steam bath in the lower bathroom; ping pong table; hockey nets and sticks and more. The kitchen was well supplied with all the equipment we needed to serve Easter dinner for our crew without unpacking the baking and serving dishes we brought. There are plenty of dishes and silverware and the fridge was large enough for the supplies we brought. The chalet is very cozy and comfortable and the sleeping arrangements worked very well for our family. The bed rooms were very quite and noise did not carry from one floor to another. Our grandson wanted us to stay forever and thought we could all live there together! Tod was very accommodating to our early arrival and a later then normal departure. Everything work as designed and there was no need to contact Tod during our visit. The neighbors were very accommodating also. We will definitely be back next year as this was a very comfortable chalet for a large group. RDM
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Great stay and comfortable place to host a family reunion!
Really enjoyed the place, was amazing for a big group and has an excellently appointed kitchen to cook for large groups. Place was very clean and comfortable!
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10/10 Excellent

Bill

3 night stay
Thanks Tod Our whole family enjoyed your exceptional Stemwinder Chalet and hope to do again. So nice to get together in such a spacious facility. The adult grand kids really enjoyed the hot tube

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation property
Everyone enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul P., Calgary, AB

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kimberley
Great property! Great location Will be staying here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stemwinder Chalet
The place is beautiful and very large. Easily can sleep 12 people. The hottub, steam room, table tennis were all hits with our group as was the large TV in the basement. The location is magnificent and we have already booked to go back next Christmas!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property - has everything you need!
We had such a great weekend at this beautiful property. The outdoor space was perfect for enjoying the beautiful fall weather, and the inside was such a cozy but luxurious feel. The rooms were all well separated and provided privacy and comfort to all guests. The dining table was perfect for a group of 10. We're already talking about coming back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

joachim n.

152 Stemwinder Drive
great location and facility for any golf or ski vacation
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Stemwinder Chalet
Amazing accommodations. We had a group of 12 in for a weekend of golf and couldn't of found a better place. Tod was so great to deal with and helpful with his local knowledge. The chalet was huge, very nice open space, plenty of beds, and nice open patio with hot tub. Perfect location year round. I highly recommend booking the Chalet, we will be coming back!
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10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

Another great stay!!!!
This was the third year our group of 8 spent a week at the Stemwinder Chalet for a yearly golf trip, and the house and Tod never disappoint. Stemwinder is spacious and spectacular with all the amenities you could want, from enough room to spread out, the hot tub, great deck for gathering, and ping pong table if you need an indoor activity. Tod is the best host, very friendly and accommodating and we’ve grown to know him quite well, he’s a big part of why we keep coming back! Golf in the area is spectacular and with 7 courses within a 30 min drive, is very convenient....but if you want to go a little further Tod also has shuttles to take you where you want to go. All in all, I ask the guys every year where they want to next year, and every year we can’t think of anywhere we’d rather be than golfing in Kimberley and staying at the Stemwinder Chalet.....we’ll be back again next year! Thanks Tod!

10/10 Excellent

amelia l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Multi family get away
Fantastic property. Lots of space for everyone to congregate, or enough places for small groups (aka kids) to separate if needed. Well stocked kitchen. Fantastic and responsive host. Look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

LaureenG

Family Ski Trip
Was perfect accommodation for our family of 15, ages 2 yrs to 65 years. Lots of space for large family meals with a fully equipped kitchen. Enjoyed walking to the playground and to the ski hill. Everything was clean and Tod was great to work with as far as any questions that we had. He covered every detail to ensure that we enjoyed ourselves. Thanks Tod.
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10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Mr.
Very nice accomodations. This is our 2nd stay at the Stemwinder. Everything was as advertised. Thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Betty Ann T.

Mrs
Stemwinder Chalet is the best rental home we have ever rented. It was exceptionally beautiful and very comfortable for our family of 8 adults and 6 children. The kitchen is well stocked and cooking for a large group was easy. The beds were very comfortable with good quality bedding. We so enjoyed the wood burning fireplace on the main level. The lower level provided a great play area for the children and the ping pong table provided hours of entertainment for the adults as well. We highly recommend renting this unit.

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great amenities, great location!
Easy check in and out process, so you can get right to enjoying the gorgeous chalet! Would absolutely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019