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Gorgeous Views-Great Location-Rural Mountain Retreat-Hot Tub-Breakfast Available

Riverside holiday home with Hot tub and fitness centre

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Property grounds
Outdoor spa tub
Interior
Room
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Fernie, BC
  • Place, Fernie Alpine Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Elk Quad Ski Lift
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Timber Bowl Express Ski Lift
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

The "Fireside" Room

1 Queen Bed

The "Moon" Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

The "Mountain" Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hot Tub Shower Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

The Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Gorgeous Views-Great Location-Rural Mountain Retreat-Hot Tub-Breakfast Available

"Natural Distractions" is the perfect getaway for Nature Lovers-Sports Enthusiasts-those who appreciate Local Art & Food, like to Chill Out and who value Quiet, Privacy & Peaceful Restful Sleep!

Enjoy a complimentary breakfast basket of yummy local food to start your stay! Upon booking we can review dietary options & offer additional breakfasts for a fee. Only pay for what you want, help us reduce waste & keep rates flexible to suite your budget! We will also discuss bedding configurations at time of booking to consider King beds or opting for 2 Twin XL long beds in each room to match your group's needs.

Welcome to your Private Fernie Retreat! Experience the charm & warmth of a private B & B with your Friends & Family that offers the flexibility to make your stay truly your own.

Your Privacy-Your Priority-We value your comfort and peace above all. Your stay is designed to offer tranquility & quality time. Rest assured, we'll honour your preferred level of peace & privacy throughout your stay.

Personalized Hospitality-Your host Sue or Co-hosts Blair or Sheryl are always available & happy to assist with any questions about the property or Fernie's vibrant attractions. If desired, we're happy to provide a personal orientation to help you feel more at home and share local knowledge to make the most of your Fernie getaway. The timing for property care help will be co-ordinated with you to maintain the hot tub, lawn, snow removal - season/weather depending. We want to make your Fernie stay as personal or private as you wish and we look forward to welcoming you to "Natural Distractions" where you can relax, re-charge and enjoy all that Fernie has to offer.

The house was renovated in modern farmhouse style in 2019 with rest & play with friends, family and retreats in mind.
Come and be Naturally Distracted in all the best ways!

Enjoy a bright open space design boasting lots of natural light that still provides plenty of cozy nooks to nestle into.

Each comfy sleeping quarters has unique features which will make it hard to choose which one to claim as yours. Do you want a fireplace, a tv, a private deck, mountain or forest views? Both bedrooms can either be set up as a King bed or as two twin beds.

Three indoor fireplace zones make it easy to chill out with over a 100 books and a selection of games/puzzles to choose from. However outdoors is just as tempting with 3 fire bowls, a 7 person hot tub, a bonfire pit (firewood is provided) and of course spectacular Rocky Mountain Views.

This tranquil property is the perfect getaway location in all seasons and weather. With over 1200 sq ft of covered decks you will find indoor-outdoor living is unparalleled. The deck is complete with lights so you can enjoy a fun game of ping pong anytime and bust out the big BBQ for some cheffing out whenever you feel inspired. Enjoy the open sky sunny side patio or retreat to a covered deck for some shade when you want it. Beyond the decks is an expansive lawn in every direction for games and a backyard bonfire pit for smokies, marshmallows stories & song.

Winter guests can enjoy complimentary snowshoes (6 pr of various sizes) to explore around and from the property. Summer guests have free access to 4 adult cruiser pedal bikes to adventure to & from town-out and about Fernie. A leisurely pedal to and around town-along the river and with a stop to a patio is honestly one of my favorite things to do!

There is plenty of room for parking and for your toys-bikes-skis-boards snowmobiles -boats etc. There is an indoor cold porch for extra gear storage and a warm mudroom for sports gear to hang dry.

It is a very peaceful & private 2 acre property surrounded by trees nestled in the countryside a short 4 kms from downtown Fernie. The main attractions of course being all the natural distractions including incredible Rocky mountain views of Fernie Alpine Resort, forests, an extensive lawn (it feels like a park here), flowers in season, birds, deer, and neighboring horses. The ever changing light on the mountains from morning to sundown and the winter alpine glow are truly magical.

You may find yourself never wanting to leave! Full moons are spectacular! The Elk River is a 5 min walk from the house where you can hop on a trail and enjoy a breathtaking riverside stroll or snowshoe. Summer adventures can include rafting/paddle boarding to or from the end of my street! Your options for play are plenty.

From the first time I ever saw this property it was love at first sight. I hope you will come and discover for yourself why it is so amazing. Its beautiful, calming, inspiring and relaxing all at the same time!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be accompanied at all times.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet time for outdoor activities is from 10 pm-8 am to be respectful of neighbours. Hot tubbing-bonfires-Use indoor voice levels please when outside

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number H390280844

About the area

Fernie

Located in Fernie, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Mount Fernie Provincial Park and Coal Creek Heritage Trailhead reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fernie Aquatic Centre and Freyja Lifestyle Fashion. Consider Island Lake Lodge for a night out or Fernie Memorial Arena if you're travelling with kids. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Fernie, BC

What's nearby

  • Fernie Alpine Resort - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Elk Quad Ski Lift - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mighty Moose Platter Ski Lift - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Timber Bowl Express Ski Lift - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Fernie Museum - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Cranbrook, BC (YXC-Canadian Rockies Intl.) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fernie Brewing Co - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fernie Alpine Resort - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Views-Great Location-Rural Mountain Retreat-Hot Tub-Breakfast Available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gorgeous Views-Great Location-Rural Mountain Retreat-Hot Tub-Breakfast Available?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Views-Great Location-Rural Mountain Retreat-Hot Tub-Breakfast Available?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Views-Great Location-Rural Mountain Retreat-Hot Tub-Breakfast Available?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Views-Great Location-Rural Mountain Retreat-Hot Tub-Breakfast Available located?

This family-friendly Fernie holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Fernie Aquatic Centre, Freyja Lifestyle Fashion and Coal Creek Heritage Trailhead. Fernie Museum and College of the Rockies Fernie Campus are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was nice and quiet, private and stocked with everything we needed. The host was very accommodating while booking and when we arrived. We will back again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Annual Fernie Bike Trip

Amazing home and location for a very relaxing vacation! Have been staying in Fernie for years and this is by far our favorite place we have stayed. Already looking forward to doing it again next year!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

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

Fantastic spot in Fernie

Sue’s place was a perfect home base for a few days on the mountain. The house had everything we needed and the location is beautiful. We hope to return again someday!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

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

Girl’s Get-away

Amazing! Beautiful location, views! Private! We loved everything about staying here. Our property host was wonderful! Great for larger group stays!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Grandchildren’s winter ski vacation.

Absolutely perfect. Beautiful scenery. Gorgeous home with all the amenities and more. Grandchildren especially enjoyed the front tv room where they created their private games room and hangout space. Snow shoes were great fun and the hot tub was very relaxing after a day on the slopes.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

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

Great Getaway

The property is conveniently located 10-15 minutes from all the activities we wanted to do. It was a great place tucked back in the woods to feel like we had our privacy. The manager was very kind and communicative which was very helpful for last minute things we needed or had question about. The house itself was super clean and was very fun. I still can’t get over the views there. Definitely will be going back there next trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sue Hutchinson

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I have been enjoying Fernie life since 2002. I moved here from Whistler BC and grew up in Ontario. I love to share my beautiful property that I feel blessed to have. It warms my heart that people are making lifetime memories here with Family & Friends. And I just love to make a home welcoming, relaxing & inspiring knowing it is appreciated. I am always happy meet new people, share local knowledge & offer ideas that may make the Fernie experience that much more memorable.

Why they chose this property

This is the most private, peaceful & beautiful area with absolutely stunning views. So conveniently close to downtown Fernie 4 kms & yet you are in the countryside! There are horses to gaze at, the river to walk alongside, deer roaming on the grass & birds singing in the trees. Very little traffic makes for a lovely walk or bike ride into Fernie.

What makes this property unique

Natural Distractions stands out for the spacious feel it offers. Enjoy over 2 acres of lawn & trees combined with outstanding views of the Canadian Rockies. The peacefulness & privacy makes it super relaxing and also a really safe & secure place to park your toys-bikes-snowmobiles-fishing boats. Its easy to unwind here. Many guests say they don't even want to leave the property at all during their stay. They just spend their days relaxing & enjoying quality time with Family & Friends.
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