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

Vacation home in Sandy with kitchen and balcony

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Game room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, music library
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Sandy

Located in East Bench, this vacation home is adjacent to Wasatch-Cache National Forest and within a few miles (5 km) of Dimple Dell Regional Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Loveland Living Planet Aquarium - 12 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Snowbird Ski Resort - 12 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Mountain America Exposition Center - 13 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • South Towne Center - 14 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Alta Ski Area - 16 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Historic Sandy Station - 10 min drive
  • South Jordan Station - 23 min drive
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Caille Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smith's Fuel Center - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alpha Coffee - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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 through.

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/
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub, hair dryers, and bidets. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • 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

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

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

Rules

One car recommended (in garage). An additional car could fit in driveway blocking the garage. No street parking due to snowplows, emergency access.
Tuesday evenings: move outside trash bins to other side of street. Toilets: No flushable wipes please, toilet paper only!
Please remove shoes before walking around the house. We have new flooring on the main level and would like to keep it in good shape for future guests

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Note: loft space, spiral staircase

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number STR23-2103

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in East Bench, just steps from Wasatch-Cache National Forest. You'll also find Big Cottonwood Canyon and Donut Falls within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Spacious mountain retreat nestled in Little Cottonwood Canyon - Alta/Snowbird?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.

Does Spacious mountain retreat nestled in Little Cottonwood Canyon - Alta/Snowbird have a hot tub?

No, but all accommodations at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), which is 25.2 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Provo, UT (PVU), which is around 24.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Spacious mountain retreat nestled in Little Cottonwood Canyon - Alta/Snowbird?

Yes, every accommodation at Spacious mountain retreat nestled in Little Cottonwood Canyon - Alta/Snowbird comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Ski Vacation

Really great property. Great service from Carolyn. This is the place to be to ski!!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness

So much fun

Took my 3 boys and a buddy and the place worked great for a ski trip to Alta and Snowbird for the week! Will go back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alli S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

We were so happy with our stay! The condo is very spacious and was great for our family. Highlights were the the pool table, sauna, and separate spaces to hang out. It was super easy to get to Alta/Snowbird. Not to mention equally as easy to get to the grocery store, restaurants, shops. etc. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliot H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Promised and Delivered

We wanted a comfortable place with amenities close to the MOTC (Little Cottonwood Canyon) to have quick access to Alta and Snowbird skiing while being able to get to the many excellent restaurants and amenities in the valley. This unit was exactly what we expected and more, as we were able to spread out and yet also come together for dinner, games, TV, pool, darts and the occasional sauna. When the snow came, we were able to "cut in line" right at the junction of the canyon for quick access to the mountains, and all importantly, a short commute back at the end of a wonderful day. We would be glad to come back, summer or winter, to enjoy the best of the SLC area.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Alta & Snowbird trip

Great location if you are skiing Alta & Snowbird. Lots of space for a large group. Fully stocked kitchen if you want to dine in. Restaurants and grocery stores are close. Quick response & good communication with the owner. Access to little cottonwood is above the intersection where the state troopers block off traffic in case of a road closure. No waiting in a long traffic line to get up the mountain.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski trip

Great location. Great spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Work Trip

We stayed here for work out of town, the property was great! The host was responsive to any needs we had and always took great care of us! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 73 nights in Aug 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Joanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful ski trip in Little Cottonwood Canyon

Our family had a wonderful stay in Carolyn's home with another family. Plenty of room for everyone, well stocked (but bring your own shampoo/conditioner and soap!) Carolyn is a dream to communicate with. We had an epic powder week and we had a great time skiing. Pros: Friendly neighbors, just on the mouth of little cottonwood canyon, so on powder days, the commute to the lifts in traffic was not too bad, about 30 minutes. Only about 15 minutes during off times. The pool table was a big hit! The kids want to come back to the house just for the pool table. Efficient snow clearing. Very comfortable home. Cons: Traffic noise on the street below the main sleeping areas. It wasn't too much traffic, but in case you're a light sleeper, the cars start early to go up to LCC. The private road to get up to the condo has a bit of a grade. One day, there was so much snow that the plow had trouble coming up the grade. It took the plow till about 1 pm to clear our road, but we had like 2 feet overnight, so I think this is rare. And the plow driver was super friendly! This did mean we had to put on chains to go up the grade on the snow days on our van, but it was easily doable with the chains. We loved out stay at this property and will definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location/Perfect family home

We had a fabulous time at Carolyn's home!! We ranged from age 76 to 13 and everyone was happy with the place. The views are incredible and the home very cozy. The most important thing was that Carolyn was very personable and easily accessible.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Feels like home

We loved staying in Carolyn’s townhouse. It had lots of areas to hang out in. The owner’s suite was huge with it’s own fireplace and sofa. Beds were very comfortable. We are a family of 4 but it would accommodate a larger group easily. The spacious kitchen was well laid out and open to the other rooms. Carolyn was very responsive via email. The location was very convenient to skiing. We would definitely rent this townhouse again for the next Utah ski vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

Fantastic location and very nice host!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay!!

Our group enjoyed our stay here!! We loved having entertainment with the pool table, dart board and games provided while we were snowed in!! Carolyn was also very generous and attentive during our stay to make sure the roads were plowed for us and that we had everything we needed!! This house was a 10/10 and accommodated our group of 7 with plenty of space!! We loved Utah + skiing snowbird and will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evan F., Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness

The house is perfect!

Our family of 5 loved every minute of our trip to SLC and the house was a big part. Tons (I mean TONS) of space for everyone. Comfortable beds, all the amenities, easy to communicate with, etc, etc ,etc. If you are reading this and wondering if the house will work for your group - go for it! You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal canyon location

Our family LOVED our stay in this charming mountain retreat- it felt like a cozy cabin in the woods, yet was so convenient to everything in the valley! We had fun playing pool and viewing the stars through the skylights at night, and the record player was a big hit with our teens. Thank you for a perfect getaway- we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay at the base of little cottonwood canyon.

This property was ideally located for accessing both big and little cotton wood canyon (15 min to Alta/snowbird, 20 min to Brighton/solitude). The property was spacious for the 8 of us with fun amenities such as: pool table, darts, and sauna. Carolyn was a great communicator and extremely flexible and accommodating. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022