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Close to Schweitzer Mountain Resort, Great location! Half mile to Schweitzer lifts. Mountain views provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8109 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Great location! Half mile to lifts. Quirky historic condo with mountain views

Cozy condo only 1/2 mile from Schweitzer village. Enjoy beautiful views of the slopes from two balconies. Four floors of living space includes lower level garage, ski storage and laundry; second floor living room, kitchen and dining; third floor bedrooms and cozy enclosed loft space on the top floor. Kitchen is remodeled with maple cabinetry and leathered granite counters. It is fully equipped with new stainless steel appliances and all kitchenware, spices and basic staples to cook your meals. Sandpoint locally crafted dining table and benches seats eight. 60 inch smart tv located in the small living room. The living room will seat five to six guests. High speed internet. Cozy fireplace powerful enough to heat the entire place but each room also has its own thermostat for individual comfort. Sleeps eight in four bedrooms (king, queen, twin bunks and king). Refer to photos for specifics on bed sizes and dimensions of rooms. New crisp white linens and very comfortable mattresses in each bedroom. Small one car garage can accommodate small SUVs or cars. Plus parking for an additional car outside. Private high capacity Samsung washer and dryer. Ski storage room is heated. Lots of charm in this place as it was only the second condo property constructed on Schweitzer Mountain. Floor to floor access via stairs, spiral stairs and ladder. This quirky condo was constructed in 1970 on the mountainside with four stories of living space.

Get Real Moment: Please read the description and view all photos and photo captions before booking. If your group needs large spacious bedrooms and cannot navigate floor to floor using a spiral staircase or ladder, please do not book our condo and then give a review of less than five stars based on things that are clearly disclosed in the listing and photos. This condo is the best value on the mountain. Great views and location. Beds for eight people. Flat off street parking. Clean. Updated kitchen fully stocked for cook and eating. Outstanding responsive management and staff. Etc. We would be happy to welcome your group with realistic expectations based on everything in our listing. Thank you!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking on property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Optional ski privileges
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,175 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Rules

Violations of No Pets Policy may result in immediate termination of stay without refund + additional charge for reimbursement of HOA fines/cleaning

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please restrict ladder loft access to age 10 plus

Events

No events allowed
Quiet hours 10pm to 7am

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on property

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Quiet hours 10pm to 7am
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Charming Updated Condo Near Schweitzer With Views of Slopes

About the area

Located in Sandpoint, this condo is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pet Memorial Rose Garden and McNearney Park, while Bonner County Historical Society Museum and Panida Theater are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Sandpoint travel guide
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Sandpoint, ID

What's nearby

  • Schweitzer Idaho Ski Area Winter Snow Mountain Peaks Panoramic Aerial View
    Schweitzer Mountain Resort
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • View of Lake Pend Oreille and the town of Sandpoint, Idaho, from the top of the mountain; Shutterstock ID 611065667
    Lake Pend Oreille
    16 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Sandpoint City Beach Park, Idaho
    Sandpoint City Beach Park
    18 min drive - 18.8 km
  • 0_111413036
    Casino at Best Western Kootenai River Inn
    52 min drive - 69.5 km
  • Farragut State Park
    46 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Sandpoint Station
    25 min drive
  • Spokane, WA (SFF-Felts Field)
    98 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    20 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    19 min drive
  • Burger King
    20 min drive
  • Millers Country Store
    23 min drive
  • Farmhouse Kitchen
    19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great location! Half mile to Schweitzer lifts. Mountain views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Great location! Half mile to Schweitzer lifts. Mountain views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great location! Half mile to Schweitzer lifts. Mountain views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great location! Half mile to Schweitzer lifts. Mountain views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great location! Half mile to Schweitzer lifts. Mountain views located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Schweitzer Mountain Resort and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pet Memorial Rose Garden and McNearney Park. Bonner Mall and Lake Pend Oreille are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as advertised

Really enjoyed our stay. Place was perfect for family of 5.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

joseph s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Fantastic location. Great shuttle service on the weekend. Fireplace is a 10/10. Thermostat in every room so you can set the temperature how you want which was great. Enojoyed our stay here
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This place was great! Just what we needed for two families. Kids loved the spiral staircase. The garage is convenient. My only comment is that the kitchen does not have basic staples, notably cooking oil.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Purple!

Great spot for a skication. Purple vibe was cool!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our needs

We had 4 adults and 4 kids and it was perfect for our lake trip. I do suggest saving the loft for the most nimble adults, its a pretty steep ladder. It was clean, the beds and linens were so soft and comfortable, and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place

My wife booked the place, and it was great. We had a garage for our bikes, and just road them to and from the hill for riding as it was pretty close and convenient. The bathrooms are a bit cramped, and the spiral staircase was not the easiest to get the suitcases up and down, but it was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Skiing at Schweitzer

The Purple Condo is cozy and cute. The well-appointed kitchen made my chef roomies very happy. Great location to ski Schweitzer. The village shuttle only runs on weekends but can see the Gateway parking lot from the condo and can usually get a spot if arrive by 8:15. It's just a bit too far and hilly to walk in ski boots.Buffy was very responsive through the entire rental process and when we discovered a broken shower head and shovel on our first evening, she was there to replace both within 24 hours. Overall, we had a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and cozy condo

Nicely decorated condo and fully stocked kitchen. We really appreciated individual temperature controls in each bedroom and the beds were comfortable. Great views of the mountain. As noted, all bedrooms are accessed via a narrow spiral staircase, which could be tough to navigate for some people and for any large suitcases. The living room is a little tight for more than 3-4 people, but was cozy for our family and the fireplace was nice. Hosts would not allow an early check in before 3pm without a $150 fee even though the unit hadn’t been rented for the three days prior but the check in process was easy. We had a nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We enjoyed our stay and the location was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The property is located just a short walk from the slopes with an incredible view of the mountains. Very easy check in and out process. Would absolutely come back and stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kyle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a ski trip

We really enjoyed staying at this property during our ski trip! It was comfortable, conveniently located, and had extra features for storing boots/skis that made getting the family ready for the next day of skiing easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Felisha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Schweitzer GetAway

We really enjoyed the purple condo! Buffy (property manager) was amazing and had excellent communication! Our family loves coming up every year and lucked out with being able to get ski passes thru the booking for the kids! Kitchen was stocked and the beds were so comfortable:)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sadie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern cozy condo

The condo was beautifully designed, warm and comfortable, with all of the amenities you need. We greatly enjoyed our stay. The only downfall is that it is not ski in/ski out, but it is only a one minute drive to the resort!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely ski trip

We had a wonderful time in this Schweitzer ski condo! We found it most convenient to drive to the ski area, even though it was very close. Parking was convenient and we could ski in and out from the (free) parking lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim H., Seattle, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

We had a great stay at Der Kastle! Space and amenities were excellent and location in Schweitzer was awesome. Hosts were very communicative and directions for parking, etc were super clear. We highly recommend! 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Tyler D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends Snowboarding Trip

Amazing Location & Views. The property had plenty of space and sleeping for our group. Just a short walk to the village. We had a blast! Look forward to our next village.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Great long weekend at Schweitzer! Wonderful skiing, convenient location with fun purple decor. Lovely! Owner incredible helpful and responsive. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn W., PORTLAND

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July

First time to Sandpoint, Idaho. Stayed at this location on Schweitzer Resort. The condo presents as advertised. Nice owners, good communicators. WIFI was pretty decent, too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plenty of room to sleep

Great condo for a family or group. Kitchen was as well stocked as any we've stayed in making cooking easy. Plenty of space. Not ski in/ski out but a close walk to the village in regular shoes. Fireplace kept us warm in cold weather. Fun purple theme!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Shauna Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for ski trip

We stayed here with a group of friends for a ski trip. The rooms are definitely tight for 4 couples, but we knew that going in. The shuttle runs only on weekends and we learned from a neighbor that you can take a trail from the bottom of Parallel Rd to the resort. The cleaniness of the unit was not up to par - we communicated directly to the owner about things they can improve. The Purple Palace is quirky but was pretty much as expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Purple One

Walk to the lift and store hiking boots in cubby holes at the ski rental. Very convenient!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Jeanette D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Ok for walking to village

Condo was in good location to walk to village, but size of condo for 4 adults and 3 children was a little small. With only one TV to entertain we were on top of each other and we ran out of hot water after just 2 showers. Big SUV will not fit in garage be prepared to shovel snow. Spiral staircase is a challenge with large ski bags
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Reagan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski vacay at Schweitzer

Fortunate to get a property close to the slopes for our family ski trip. Kitchen well equipped for all of our meal preparations which was important since we didn’t plan on eating out due to pandemic. Comfortable sleeping arrangements in 4 separate rooms allowed privacy. Having passes available also awesome since ticket availability limited on weekends due to COVID restrictions. Also more convenient than going to ticket window. Although not officially a ski in property, it is possible for accomplished skiers coming off of the Lakeview Triple. But, if you can’t do double blacks comfortably then drive or walk. All in all, a great trip and the chill vibe of the purple unit greatly contributed to our awesome experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

End of july

Everything went smoothly, the weather was very hot for the area, but being on the mountain helped somewhat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W., Peshastin usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski Vacation

The property was as advertised and met expectations. The Host was extremely responsive and helpful with any questions that we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022