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Stone Gatehouse in Mt. Robson Park Near Jasper Nat. Park, Ab

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Goat's Head Gatehouse
East side of the Gatehouse
Natural stone fireplace in sun room
Flagstone Patio on east side of Gatehouse
North side of Gatehouse showing 18 inch stone walls
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

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Valemount, BC
  • Popular LocationMount Robson Provincial Park2 min walk
  • Popular LocationStellar Descents White Water Rafting10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Terry Fox Provincial Park21 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Stone Gatehouse in Mt. Robson Park Near Jasper Nat. Park, Ab

*Please be aware that we cannot supply accommodation to sledders at this time.

The Goat's Head Gatehouse is a quaint, stone chalet designed in the image of National Park Gatehouses and is surrounded by the wilderness of Mt. Robson Park. The unique two story structure offers a sun room with floor to ceiling windows and a massive natural stone wood burning fireplace.

French doors open to a flagstone patio from which to enjoy a morning coffee or, for an evening barbecue to grill that perfect fresh caught trout. The patio overlooks a lovely flower garden with hummingbirds and butterflies and in the background, the glacial peaks of Mt. Robson, the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies.

The post and beam structure of the Gatehouse was made from pine-beetle killed trees that were cut on the property. Stones for the exterior and interior were gathered locally from quarries and cliff sides but one stone from each of the mountain national parks of western North America were also embedded within the walls.

The wood furnishings and woodwork in the gatehouse were made locally by artisans using reclaimed and recycled wood.

The kitchen contains all the amenities needed to make complete meals and make your stay comfortable. It will be equipped with many staples and pantry items so you need not purchase bulky products to carry around e.g. coffee, tea, condiments, spices, oils, vinegars, etc.

There are two baths, one with a free standing large tub in a cedar plank spa-like bathroom---a perfect way to relax and refresh after a day of sight-seeing or hiking. A walk-in shower with stone walls for that ‘au natural’ feeling is on the main level.

The two bedrooms in the loft each contain a queen, custom-made platform bed---both bedrooms overlook the sun room from a balcony. Each bedroom opens to the upstairs bathroom.

Take a gentle hike right from the front door into pristine meadows (a short trail has been mapped out for you) or walk around the twelve acre private property to find the best view of Mt. Robson and Swift Current Creek. A natural waterfall on Swift Current Creek is 300 meters from your door. Sometimes the view is so stunning it's difficult to know which direction to point your camera!

There are many walks and hikes within 5 km of the Gatehouse. Rearguard Falls is the furthest point of travel for Pacific Salmon and they can be seen in late summer by driving a few km and taking a short walk to the waterfall. Overlander Falls and Hargreaves Canyon are scenic short hikes that are also staging areas for raft tours and high level kayaking. The Trail head for the Swift Current Creek trail starts within walking distance of the Gatehouse and leads up the Revelation Valley (Swift Current Creek) to the head wall of the 91st highest waterfall in the world (currently inaccessible except for real adventurers). The world famous Berg Lake Trail and the start of the 110 km long north boundary trail are also within 5 km.

There are restaurants and shops in the nearby towns of Valemount and Jasper---a 55 minute drive---that offer additional amenities, recreational activities and, world renowned mountain vistas.



Keywords: mountain chalet, chalet in the Rockies, Rocky mountain cabin, Mt. Robson vacation home rental, Jasper vacation home rental, Valemount vacation home rental, cabin at Mt. Robson, cabin at Jasper

Property manager

Carmen Ottaway
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Children have to be potty trained

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No 'camping wedding' guests or, 'camping wedding' events ie associated pre and post wedding activities at the home and, # of guests not exceed maximum
please do not park on the grass for any reason even when loading or unloading gear
We cannot accept sledders at this time

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Mount Robson

Located in Mount Robson, this vacation home is in a rural area. Valemount Museum is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Robson Provincial Park and Rearguard Falls Provincial Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Valemount, BC

What's nearby

  • Mount Robson Provincial Park - 2 min walk
  • Stellar Descents White Water Rafting - 10 min drive
  • Jackman Flats Provincial Park - 15 min drive
  • Mount Terry Fox Provincial Park - 21 min drive
  • Valemount Visitor Information Centre - 23 min drive

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Winter Wonderland
I booked the Gatehouse on Family Day & my Birthday weekend on the photos I saw online. The photos are exactly as the Gatehouse is, beautiful, unique & timeless in the environment. Directions are easy and exact. Hosts quickly answer any questions or request. Absolutely every condiment and more is there for your use. Inside it is incredibly quiet with the electric heaters and no furnace. Highway noise is so minimal (wintertime so we were only inside). The fireplace heavenly & full surround windows keeps you with the beautiful outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolutely beautiful getaway!
Our go-to getaway❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely...
Everything was as described. Beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxurious gem in the wilderness
This cottage was beautiful and clean, while being surrounded by the majestic Rockies. The little details and care given to the place were evident. It was a lovely break from the city and I have already recommended it to a friend and her family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Greenbrae, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect Mt. Robson retreat.
The property is stunning and the hosts couldn’t have been more helpful and communicative. It was a perfect location for exploring the area and relaxing a little between our longer drives. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Carmen Ottaway

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We are anxious to offer our gatehouse to guests to enjoy the spectacular mountain vistas and diversity and abundance of wildlife in Mt. Robson Park. The Park sets an example of how wildlife works best i.e., left alone---allowing nature to take its course---little doubt that wildlife thrive in the Park. Ask to see our vast array of wildlife photos caught on our trail cameras: grizzly and black bears, cougars, lynx, wolves, coyotes, deer, elk, moose and the illusive wolverine along with a myriad of small mammals. Also of interest are the many birds and wildflowers that abound in this microclimate, one of the few inland rainforest areas in North America.

Why they chose this property

The owners are long time residents of the area. The property borders Swift Current Creek and offers a spectacular view of Mt. Robson---people say our view is unique in Canada.

What makes this property unique

Perhaps the most exciting part of living here is the wildlife---almost daily a black bear or a deer munching on new shrub growth can be seen in front of the sun room windows. The view is spectacular. The sound of Swift Current Creek is relaxing. The spring water (Norlander Springs) is the freshest and cleanest anywhere---makes for a great cup of coffee and, the air is always filled with the freshness of vegetation.

Languages:

English

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