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A place full of character and charm-Gateway to Canadian Rockies

Vacation home in Cochrane with kitchenette and patio

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Dates

December 2025

January 2026

Overview
Location
Amenities
Policies

Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

Explore the area

Cochrane, AB

Place, Heartland Boulevard Garden
‪14 min walk‬
Place, Bow River
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Stampede Park
‪40 min drive‬
Airport, Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cochrane

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Bow River, this vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Cochrane Arena. The vacation home includes a kitchenette, a fireplace, and a patio.

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What's nearby

Heartland Boulevard Garden - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Bow River - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
University of Calgary - 27 min drive - 24.3 miles
Calgary Zoo - 36 min drive - 34.4 miles
Stampede Park - 40 min drive - 31.6 miles

Getting around

Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪Canadian Pizza Unlimited - ‬6 min drive
‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min walk
‪Cabeza Grande (Cochrane) - ‬15 min walk
‪Rocky Shwarma - ‬6 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.

A place full of character and charm-Gateway to Canadian Rockies

Just an hour drive from Banff National park is this western themed 1 BR suite with huge entertainment area,a piano and a projector screen and outdoors-Valley and Mountain views with easy access to walk/bike trails . Experience true feeling of Alberta during your stay.
Located just off the highway 1A at the west end of Cochrane. 15 mins to Ghost Lake, 40 Mins to Canmore and Kananaskis.
The space
Welcome to your home away from home. You will feel very welcomed in this warm home. The office, living room, bar cum kitchenette are all open concept while each space still feels exclusive.

The practical secretary desk is laptop friendly or feel free to plug into the HDMI/Thunderbolt to watch your favorite stuff on big projector screen.

Curl up with a book by the fireplace while you play your favorite music over the home theater system (aux). .

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For all your basic kitchen needs you can find, mugs ,plates and bowls and glassware.
There is a sink, microwave, and mini-fridge. There is also an electric kettle and Keurig so you can help yourself to tea or coffee.
Get a good night's sleep on the queen-size memory foam mattress in the Master Bedroom.
Outdoor on the patio is a great conversational set that seats 4 and an Outdoor firepit in the Garden along with serene mountain views.

The vacation home is heated and features a kitchenette and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Washer
Dryer
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Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchenette

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

Desk

Comfort

Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In the mountains

Things to do

Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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, a first aid kit, 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: 11:00 AM

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Cochrane, close to Cochrane Arena. Bow River is also within a driving distance of 3.8 mi.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is A place full of character and charm-Gateway to Canadian Rockies a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchenette as well as a garden.

Does A place full of character and charm-Gateway to Canadian Rockies have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

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

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Calgary International Airport (YYC), which is about 22.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at A place full of character and charm-Gateway to Canadian Rockies?

Yes, every accommodation at A place full of character and charm-Gateway to Canadian Rockies comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

A place full of character and charm-Gateway to Canadian Rockies Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Sep 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

The patio was king. Kicking back with a mountain view was most relaxing.I had a few issues with the lock box at first, but it was dark.Shower was great. It had a modern setup I'd never seen before.We couldn't get the wifi password to work.Overall, loved the stay. Will come again if we need to stay in Calgary.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas L.

Sep 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

The inside pics accurately depict the place, it was clean & we enjoyed the free coffee. They also offered to loan us 2 cans of bear spray which was awesome (& not needed) and we left those for future renters. The big issue we had was lack of correct information & communication. There was no honesty bar which I only found out after I asked if I should pay in Canadian or US dollars. No issue with it not being there, but delete that part from the description of the unit.The biggest disappointment was the Wi-Fi. The wi-fi information was wrong. It didn't have the correct Wi-Fi name nor the correct password. The 2 of us searched AT&T and Verizon's coverage map before the trip and thought we had cell service. But we didn't. So when we got to the unit and tried to connect, the Wi-Fi wasn't listed and we couldn't message the owner. Luckily the upstairs was being rented out and they let us connect to their Wi-Fi. Otherwise, we would have been in a bad situation. When I messaged the owner, they said "I am not sure why VRBO is sending old instructions". Disappointing as there is no reason not to have correct information (honesty bar & something as critical as Wi-Fi) and then blame VRBO for misinformation. The outside lawn was overgrown but they did get it mowed while we were there but no weed wacking/trimming and still 4 foot tall weeds in the bed. The firepit looked nothing like it did in the pictures.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre C.

Sep 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice property...just what we expected.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a great stay here! It felt right at home. Love the projector that makes it feel like you’re in a movie theatre. I will say however that the microwave was too small to make a bag of popcorn which kind of sucked but we brought other snacks. And there is no mixing bowls or a hot plate or pots or pans to make food. There is a small grill outside which is nice but a little hard to make a side dish or anything. It was no different than staying in a hotel though with more features than a normal hotel so overall I would definitely recommend staying here! The owner was also great to communicate with. She texted back very quickly and solved any issue we came across!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025