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Luxury and Location in this Incredible Home with Brand New Outdoor Hot Tub and 2 Car Garage!

Experience ultimate luxury at The Nicholson Chalet with 5 roaring fireplaces to unwind after skiing all day at Alta or Snowbird.

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9.0 out of 10
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8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 23632 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

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.

Luxury and Location in this Incredible Home with Brand New Outdoor Hot Tub and 2 Car Garage!

The Nicholson Chalet (formerly known as The Chalet Day Johns) is a majestic 8-bedroom, 9-bathroom ski-in chalet with large brand new outdoor hot tub and firepit and two-car garage. Enjoy being outdoors, apres ski, in the hot tub after that perfect powder day with unsurpassed view of Alta's ski slopes and the Little Cottonwood Canyon.

This stunning and spacious 6,800 square foot Alta chalet is perfect for large families, groups of friends, and corporate teams looking for space, privacy and a prime location near the slopes of Alta Ski Area and Snowbird Resort. The Nicholson Chalet is a short walk to the Alta ski lifts and you can ski right back to the house. For a day on the slopes of Snowbird, you're only a short, free shuttle ride away.

The Nicholson Chalet is comparable to an intimate boutique hotel! This exceptional Alta ski chalet boasts five fireplaces, a large outdoor hot tub, a formal great room, a homey entertainment room with large screen television, and a convenient ski room with boot/glove heaters. The gourmet kitchen and spacious dining area are thoughtfully equipped and curated to cater for large groups.

The Nicholson Chalet is the ultimate Alta getaway for a large group gathering with 8 ensuite bedrooms all with high thread count linens, and space and privacy for each and every guest. The chalet also has a two-car garage, free WiFi, and two washers and dryers for guest convenience.

The Nicholson Chalet Accommodation: 8 Bedrooms – 9 Bathrooms
Bedroom #1- Queen and Queen Futon
Bedroom #2- One King or Two Twins
Bedroom #3- One King or Two Twins
Bedroom #4- One King or Two Twins
Bedroom #5- One King or Two Twins
Bedroom #6- Queen and Twin Daybed with Trundle
Bedroom #7- One King or Two Twins plus additional twin
Bedroom #8- Queen and Twin Daybed with Trundle
Maximum Occupancy: 23

Ski Area Information
WINTER: Walk to Alta, Ski home from Alta. UTA Bus (public transportation) to Snowbird.
SUMMER: Easy access to hiking and biking. No hot tub available during the summer.
ALTA SHUTTLE: Alta Resort Shuttle runs mid-December to early April. Call our office for specific dates.
PARKING: There is parking for 3 vehicles at The Nicholson Chalet. Two vehicles can be parked in the garage, and one needs to be parked outside. The outside car needs to be on the west end of the property in front of the living room window.
PLEASE NOTE: Separate caretaker's residence in property.
NEARBY PROPERTIES: The Fort House, The Black Bear Chalet

How do I get from The Chalet Day Johns to Alta and Snowbird? The Chalet Day Johns is located very close to where the Bypass Road rejoins the State Highway 210 (the main road), below the Alta Peruvian Lodge. To get to Alta from this home, you have a couple of easy options. You can walk to the Alta Peruvian Lodge and from there ski across the cat track over to the lifts. You can also jump on the free Alta Resort Shuttle which makes a continuous loop of the Bypass Road during daytime hours. The shuttle runs continuously during the day. It will typically take just a few minutes to get up to the Collins or Sunnyside base areas at Alta. After skiing, you can utilize this same shuttle to bring you back to the property or you can ski home from Alta as well by accessing the Wildcat Access area and crossing the snowbridge back to the Peruvian Acres neighborhoods.

To get to Snowbird to go skiing, you would just take that Alta Resort Shuttle to The View Condominiums stop to ski down the intermediate “Whodunnit” run to Snowbird. At the end of the day, you can return to that same location to hop back on the Resort Shuttle to go back to The Chalet Day Johns.

Important note: Alta Resort Shuttle runs mid-December to early April.

Property manager

Alta Chalets

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 6800 sq ft (632 sq m)

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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 not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
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About the neighborhood

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Alta, UT

What's nearby

  • Alta Ski Area - 5 min walk
  • Snowbird Ski Resort - 2 min drive
  • Big Cottonwood Canyon - 36 min drive
  • Solitude Mountain Resort - 39 min drive
  • Brighton Mountain Resort - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • South Jordan Station - 27 min drive
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Molly Green's - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Creekside Cafe | Snowbird - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cloud Dine - ‬69 min drive
  • ‪Tram Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Millicent Chalet - ‬44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury and Location in this Incredible Home with Brand New Outdoor Hot Tub and 2 Car Garage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury and Location in this Incredible Home with Brand New Outdoor Hot Tub and 2 Car Garage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury and Location in this Incredible Home with Brand New Outdoor Hot Tub and 2 Car Garage!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury and Location in this Incredible Home with Brand New Outdoor Hot Tub and 2 Car Garage! located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out vacation home in Sandy is within a 5-minute walk of Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Alta Ski Area and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and sledding. Snowbird Ski Resort is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) away.

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Luxury and Location in this Incredible Home with Brand New Outdoor Hot Tub and 2 Car Garage! Reviews

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9.0

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10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Stephanie S., Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Great spot for extended family gathering
Our extended family put Chalet Day Johns to the test. We had 23 people, ranging in age from 2 to 62, and cooked our own meals. Even with every bed occupied, the house felt comfortable and spacious. En suite bathroom in each bedroom is a huge plus. The pro kitchen makes it easy to crank out meals for a crowd. We had plenty of room to store our supplies in the two refrigerators (one in bar area). We liked the layout of the public areas, as we could all be together in the dining room, or split up into more manageable groups in the two living areas. The boot room kept our gear organized and dry. The shuttle service to the lifts is prompt and friendly, but the walk is very manageable, too. Communication with Alta Chalets and with the caretaker was excellent. Snow removal was excellent, but be sure your vehicle can handle the snow. All-in-all it was a great experience, and we would stay here again in a heartbeat. There really is nowhere else for a big group to go in Little Cottonwood, unless you are going to split up in hotel rooms or condos. The only reason I am deducting a star is because the ambiance and furnishings are not updated or stylish... but we don't come to Alta to be stylish, do we? CDJ gave us authenticity, comfort, and easy access to the greatest snow on earth.
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10/10 Excellent

Emily R., Menlo Park, CA

A great week in Alta
My family and spent the last week of December in Alta at the Chalet Day Johns in what was the best family vacation ever. We were 17 in number ranging from 8 adults, 5 teenagers and 4 between 10 and 12. The Chalet handled our crowd beautifully. The large two story dinning room with two tables for 12 was especially perfect. The rooms were large and accommodating, the boot room with heated driers was what we needed in a cold week as was the indoor hot tub. An excellent stay! (they could change the name to make it easier to remember)
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8/10 Good

Michael G.

Closing Weekend at Alta
We rented the Chalet Day Johns for a guys trip over closing weekend at Alta. The house's location is terrific, just a short walk (less than 1/4 mile) from the Wildcat base at Alta, or an even shorter drive. The walk may not always be possible depending on snow conditions, but it is about as close to the mountain as you could hope for without being ski on. The house itself is very nice and incredibly spacious. Each bedroom is quite large, and has multiple options for bedding configurations depending on the needs of your group. The hot tub was great after a day of skiing, and the kitchen and dining setup work well for a larger group. The only negative about Chalet Day Johns is that the furniture and finishings are quite dated. While everything was well maintained and in good working order, it is showing its age. That being said, I believe the home has a new owner and there may be some updates and improvements contemplated. Not sure what they have in mind, but with some updates, CDJ would be an easy 5 stars. We would definitely rent this home again.