Blue Chalet @ Schweitzer VRP2021-0093

Cool little place. This makes year two here fro me and my brothers annual ski trip. Highly recommended.

This is a cozy rental within striking distance of village and slopes with a lot going for it. Well-appointed and stocked kitchen, plenty of storage space, gorgeous shower, friendly downstairs neighbor, and comfortable main bed. The communication with the host was excellent and instant. We had an issue with the WiFi, and our hosts were able to quickly come up with a creative, short-term solution that satisfied our needs. (Might be worth asking about the WiFi is you have remote work needs like Zooms.) The loft room is up a short ladder from the main bedroom right at foot of master bed, so not a ton of privacy, but the loft itself is reasonably good sized. I’d quibble with the description of this unit as “ski out”—maybe technically, but not in any real functional sense, as part of the route is on the (sanded) road, it leads down to the bunny lift (which can be crowded with lower parking lot drivers), and you still have to climb up the hill to the unit on the way back after a long day’s skiing. We found it easier to drive (go early, lots fill up) or just walk directly to the Village. This is probably too small for four adults, but two adults and two kids would definitely work. Recommended.

Very small condo was very disappointing in many regards. Broken oven, missing cabinet and furniture knobs, fireplace disconnected, dirty pots and pans, a tv that didn’t work, no dishwasher, etc, (Just too many things amiss for an enjoyable stay). To be fair, owner replaced the television while we were in residence, but potential guests should be aware that the place needs a deep cleaning, and a major refreshening/remodel to bring up up to par. The loft is good for kids who can climb a ladder, but most adults would have difficulty getting a suitcase, let alone themselves up there. Then what happens when you have to use that bathroom at night? Accommodation is best for one or two young people who are looking to save money. Owners should put a bit of elbow grease into improving the place. Small layout isn’t a problem, but worn down and deferred maintenance is. Disappointing experience, (but skiing was good on the mountain).

The condo was perfect! Very clean and comfortable. Within walking distance to village and everything we needed for a comfortable stay after a long day on the mountain was in the condo. I would definitely stay there again!

Kathryn was a great host. Communication was easy and timely. The location of the condo couldn’t be beat with easy walking distance to Schweitzer. The condo was clean and cozy.