We stayed at the "Homestead" property the week leading up to Christmas in order to ski and explore the Jackson area. This home did not disappoint! It is a truly beautiful home and great location, as well as very spacious. The master suite is extremely spacious and the entire home is beautifully decorated. The main "common" area is where we all spent the most time. We loved the high ceilings, beautiful wordwork, and woodburning fireplace--we had warm and cozy fires every day, and we so appreciated the firewood being provided. The main living area is both spacious and cozy at the same time. We prepared and ate all our meals "at home", and the kitchen was well stocked with most every pot, pan, utensil, and gadget we needed and more. The hot tub was a popular spot after a day on the slopes or out exploring the nature of Jackson Hole. The location of this property is extremely convenient for skiing. The family just walked an easy block to the Granite tow rope which took them to the slopes, then skied back along the tow rope and walked the one block "home". It was so convenient that we came back for lunch and a break each skiing day, which was less expensive than eating on the mountain. In the garage there are racks to store skies and boots, as well as boot/glove dryers and benches. We got a lot of snow & were very impressed with the snow removal process.
The check-in process was simple. Shortly after we landed we received a text from the property management representative with instructions to access the home, and we were surprised to find a gift basket of snacks and drinks to welcome us. They were very responsive whenever we reached out to them with questions.
Aside from skiing, we also did a dogsledding tour, which was a big hit, and the Elk Refuge tour. Our favorite activity besides skiing was a private, full-day wildlife tour in the wildlife refuge and Teton National Park. We booked a tour in advance with Teton Science School's Wildlife Expeditions and it was amazing! Due to Covid, it was a private tour so we had the whole van and guide to ourselves. We saw tons of bighorn sheep, elk, moose, and bison. It included snacks, drinks, and lunch, and our guide also took us snowshoeing into an aspen forest where we saw & identified animal tracks.
We had a wonderful week staying in this amazing home! We hope to come back someday and would not hesitate to stay here again. Thank you to the owners for sharing their little slice of heaven with us!