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WALK TO BRIGHTON + PRIVATE HOT TUB + MOUNTAIN VIEW

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Front of home. Views look out to both ski resorts
YEAR ROUND ACCESS even in the worst storms!!  Access driveway off main canyon rd
Canopy string lights, private TREX Deck & BULLFROG Hot Tub for 8!
Back Deck: Hot Tub for 8 + BBQ + Patio table
Main Level: Great Room, Kitchen, Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Brighton, UT
  • Brighton Mountain Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Solitude Mountain Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Alta Ski Area
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Salt Lake City, UT (SLC-Salt Lake City Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower Level, Bunk Room (sleeps 4-5)

+2
2 Single Bunk Beds, 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Master Suite, Main Level (sleeps 2)

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Upper Level, Private Bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level, Queen Bunk Room (sleeps 3)

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom - Lower Level

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - Main Level

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

WALK TO BRIGHTON + PRIVATE HOT TUB + MOUNTAIN VIEW

COMPLETELY REMODELED, SPACIOUS, MOUNTAIN CABIN!!

GREAT FOR NUMEROUS FAMILIES!! (2 KITCHENS!)

WALK TO BRIGHTON SKI RESORT!

PRIVATE HOT TUB FOR 8 PEOPLE, ON SECLUDED BACK DECK WITHIN THE WASATCH FOREST.

LARGE GAS FIREPLACE TO SNUGGLE AROUND AFTER A LONG DAY SKIING!

SLEEPS 12 PEOPLE (Max occupancy) See detailed room descriptions and layout of interior below.)

4 BED
2 BATH
2 FULL KITCHENS. Fully stocked kitchen: matching dishes, pots, pans, spices, crockpots, pancake griddle, etc. Our cabin is very well maintained. We appreciate the finer things in life and know our guests do too!


Welcome to Gretsky's Great Escape @ Brighton Ski Resort!

Gretsky's Great Escape at Brighton Ski Resort is a large 2,000 sq ft, family owned and operated cabin by Emily and Alex Gretsky.

Located at the top of Big Cottonwood Canyon, we are about .01 mile from the base of Brighton Ski Resort and .05 miles up-canyon from Solitude Ski Resort.

We have easy, year round access. It’s off the main Big Cottonwood Canyon road. Our cabin is situated up-canyon from the Guardsman Pass road; in the summer months this provides direct access over the Wasatch ridge to the Park City & Deer Valley! There is plenty to do from our doorstep without ever getting in your car: Biking, hiking, explore Silver Lake Nature area, and of course skiing in the winter months!
Main Level:
*Master bedroom with King bed: sleeps 2.
Master bedroom overlooks the beautiful private behind our cabin.
*Great Room, 2 large leather sofas next to gorgeous new custom Limestone high output fireplace with Walnut mantle. This is visible from the kitchen and dining areas.
*Main Level Kitchen (new appliances) shares a vaulted exposed wood beam ceiling with the dining and living rooms, that is open to the upper level & mezzanine.
*Dining area, bench style seating with chairs at table heads. Seats 8-10.
*Bar area, seats 4 on full-grain leather barstools. Bar is adjacent to the dining area.
*Full bathroom with tub / shower. (entry is off the hallway, not through a bedroom)
*Mudroom with hanging storage for wet gear, plenty of games, camp chairs, hot tub towels, extra pantry storage, Dysom handheld vacuum wand.

Upper Level:
2 private bed rooms overlooking the forest & back deck with Hot Tub.
*Bunk-room: 1 Queen Bed + Twin bed, sleeps 3
*Queen suite: sleeps 2.

Lower Level:
*Lower Level Full Kitchen. Fully stocked with place settings for 10 with matching dishes, glasses, flatware, etc.
*Family Bunk-room, 3 twin beds ,+ 1 full bed: Sleeps 4-5. (This is the quietest room in the house for those who enjoy sleeping in. )
*Washer (full size)
*Dryer (full size)
*Cozy Living Room, TV area adjacent to the kitchen and Fooseball area. (Perfect for night owls or teenagers!)
*Fully remodeled Bathroom with shower.

Throughout the cabin, we have new appliances, stocked with kitchen gadgets, matching dishes, upscale furnishings, cozy bedding with lots of luxurious blankets and throws, cozy heating system, within the newly remodeled interior of the cabin offers a relaxing environment with new furniture.

Located 13.7 miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon, we have easy year-round access. Once at the cabin, you can walk or bike over over to Molly Green's Pub or grab a burger at the Milly Chalet at Brighton Ski Resort. There are plenty of things to do when your legs are worn out!

Brighton Ski Resort and the Solitude Nordic Center are a short walk across the base of the Brighton “loop” road; 3-5 min walk from our front door.
You won't find a better experience, better hosts & a better location for your group!

Brighton Ski Resort:

Solitude Ski Resort:

Silver Lake Nordic Center:

IMPORTANT DISCLOSURE: Absolutely NO DOGS ALLOWED. Not only is it illegal to have dogs in Big Cottonwood Canyon due to watershed and forest service regulations but the owners of this property have a serious pet allergy that prohibits animals of any kind. If staff or neighbors report the presence of dogs/ animals of any kind, the guests will have to be ask to vacate and pay for additional sanitizing. We apologize for such strict precautions. Events, weddings, large gatherings, or accommodating more than the designated number of people a booked property is advertised to sleep is not permissible at any time during your stay. 12 persons max occupancy. We do charge additional fee per guest over 8 people so please be accurate with your guest count. Failure to add accurate guest count to your booking may result in you being asked to vacate property without refund. There are cameras on site so please be honest. Due to restrictive ordinances and the desires of owners to preserve the peace and tranquility of neighbors and our community, these "events" are not permitted, ever, as they can be disruptive and are additional wear and tear on the property and grounds. We apologize for the limitations this may put on your plans to stay with us, but please understand that we must (and will) make every effort to monitor, enforce and protect the interest of our owners and our community. In the event you are found to have violated this rule you may face potential legal or financial penalties. Quiet time is from 10pm-7am. Please keep this in mind when using outside decks and hot tub. The hot tub cannot be used during the quiet hours of 10pm-7am. Noise ordinances are strictly enforce by owner and local police. If you are coming to party please choose another property as this is not allowed at our cabin and Big Cottonwood Canyon in general.

Property manager

Emily & Alex Gretsky
Premier Host

Languages

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Baby gates are provided for all staircases.
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Events

No events allowed
No events or party's allowed at all!
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets of any type are permitted.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping permitted.
No weddings, receptions or large gatherings over 12 people. You will be evicted immediately without refund for hosting a party or event!
No glass or food of any type in hot tub. Ouch! $1000 fee for glass in hot tub or on surrounding deck. Please don't bring glass to this area!
No camp fires or use of fire pits of any type allowed on the property. The canyon has limited resources to fight forest fires!

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: No events or party's allowed at all!
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

About the area

Brighton

Located in Brighton, this cabin is in the mountains. Deer Valley Resort and Park City Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street. Travelling with kids? Consider City Park and Alpine Coaster. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Brighton, UT

What's nearby

  • Brighton Mountain Resort - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Solitude Mountain Resort - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Snowbird Ski Resort - 41 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Alta Ski Area - 54 min drive - 47.5 km
  • Park City Mountain Resort - 86 min drive - 77.1 km

Getting around

  • Murray Central Station - 34 min drive
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Molly Green's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Red Pine Lodge - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Tombstone BBQ - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Creekside Cafe | Snowbird - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Cloud Dine - ‬59 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WALK TO BRIGHTON + PRIVATE HOT TUB + MOUNTAIN VIEW pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WALK TO BRIGHTON + PRIVATE HOT TUB + MOUNTAIN VIEW?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WALK TO BRIGHTON + PRIVATE HOT TUB + MOUNTAIN VIEW?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WALK TO BRIGHTON + PRIVATE HOT TUB + MOUNTAIN VIEW located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cabin in Brighton is within a 5-minute walk of Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Brighton Mountain Resort, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Explorer Chairlift and Silver Lake Information Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

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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

Patrick H.

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

Great location, perfect for a ski trip

Hosts were great! Location was perfect and was just what we were looking for! Would certainly stay when coming back to Brighton!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Great mountain retreat!

Our family had a great stay at this really cool property. The location is perfect for a ski vacation - so close to Brighton. The hot tub was great and the house is very well supplied with everything you need. The hosts were very helpful and responsive. We would love to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Family trip

This was a perfect place for a family trip. The house was beautiful and the location was amazing. The host was super friendly and responsive. We would definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott O.

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

Fantastic stay

Great place, clean and roomy, close to the lifts. Really responsive owners; they even left an extra TV and extension cord for us!!! Highly recommend; we plan to stay again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich G.

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

We thought about never leaving

You know those stories about renters who just refuse to leave, frustrating landlords to no end? We almost became one of those. The house was perfect for our family of 5. Emily was great on the communication side and Alex was there everyday clearing snow (and there was lots of it). Nothing to do with the house but Brighton is fantastic too. Usually we rotate and go somewhere new each winter but this house could very possibly end that transience and bring us back for a repeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place for a group

Very comfortable, pretty location. It was useful having the two kitchens, as we used both ovens and dishwashers to feed a large group. We enjoyed the hot tub and had several moose that slept in the back yard. We hope to stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Archie W., Atlanta

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

Great home!Classic ski home, short walk to lift and owner was on it per any questions we had!

Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

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

An amazing stay!

Emily & Alex are the most friendly and responsive hosts you could ask for. Their cabin is incredibly well stocked with amenities galore, which made it that much easier for my wife and I to celebrate our marriage with our party members. Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful place! 10/10 would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana S.

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

family ski trip

This house was amazing-- extremely clean, organized and uncluttered. More beds than we needed for a family of 5. 2 kitchens available. Hosts were very attentive. House was cozy and even had a Christmas tree. Hot tub was clean and very large. There is a shuttle to the resort but the walk is about 8 min. We found it easier to have one person drop off and pick up everyone and equipment, and then that person could just walk to the car. We stayed across from lift last year, but this house is much nicer and we would return to this one instead in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

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

Perfect Girls Getaway

The Gretsky's Great Escape cabin was absolutely perfect in every way! We could not have asked for a more perfect cabin or experience. This was a long overdue girl's trip and we thoroughly enjoyed every moment. The cabin was very well stocked and very clean! The beds were incredibly comfy (super important to us) and the hot tub was fantastic. There was a welcome binder with plenty of suggestions on dining and things to do. The cabin is steps away from hiking trails (which we enjoyed both days) and we loved sitting and chatting on the secluded back patio while we watched the hummingbirds and squirrels. The highlight was seeing the resident moose, Margot, and her baby across the street in the field! Truly, an unforgettable time. Don't hesitate on booking this wonderful cabin. The owner's are fantastic and we hope to stay again! Thank you for sharing this treasure with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ro G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred M., Carmel, IN

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

Awesome experience!

We greatly enjoyed our stay and our hosts were exceptional throughout the entire stay! Alex even came first thing in the am after a winter storm came through so we could get out and catch our flight on time!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carly H.

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

Wonderful!

Probably one of the cleanest rentals I’ve ever stayed in. The owner has thought of everything to make your stay amazing. Anything you could think of, it’s there! A very Welcoming home with beautiful views of the mountains. Great location for summer hiking, walking distance to many trailheads. Close to a few restaurants too. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micheal J.

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

Spent father's day with family then the next night was our Anniversary

We absolutely loved the cabin, it was completely stocked with everything you could imagine. Very clean and modern, the hot tub was amazing, the beds are comfortable. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

Gretzky Cabin is Well Worth it!!

Perfectly situated in Brighton with ski/hiking close by. Very well maintained and updated. Emily is very prompt in responding to questions. Enjoy your stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frederick N.

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

Great spot, great hosts!

This is in a great spot for some easy hiking during early spring! Everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith R., St. Louis

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

Short Getaway

My daughter had her Western Gymnastics Championship in SLC, so we decided to make an extra 2 days of it. Was an awesome location and great hiking and scenery. Unfortunately all the ski resorts closed as well as restaurants but the Silver Fork Lodge was awesome for breakfast. Hosts were more than accommodating with helpful suggestions and instructions. Using the hot tub was icing on the cake! Thanks The Robben Family
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

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

Unique cabin at Brighton

Fantastic space with plenty of room and nice kitchen amenities including spices and basics like olive oil, condiments. Private hot tub which was nice and easy to use. Plenty of towels and everything obsessively labeled for location of items and instructions on what to do. Somewhat loud location right on Big C'wood Canyon road and a little precarious getting out onto road cuz of snowbank. 10 minute walk to Brighton base. Used car to get to Solitude and with carpool discount, parking is 5$--more convenient than public trans. Overall would recommend for large group.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Our hosts were great.

The house is well maintained and updated. The hosts were excellent and responded quickly to every inquiry. Well situated to ski either Brighton or Solitude. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindy A., United States

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

Perfect family getaway

Our second visit and definitely not our last. Love this cozy little chalet!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raymond D., Smithtown NY

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

Brighton Blast

Property was awesome. Emily and Alex were truly responsive before and during our stay. Cabin is a short walk to Brighton bus which took you right to the base of Brighton . We had a major storm roll in dumping 25" of fresh POW POW. So to say the skiing was spectacular is an understatement. Alex arrived at the cabin that night and cleared out the driveway and back deck of the 25" of snow. He also came inside and reloaded us up on supplies that were included in our stay. Great Cabin, Great location and Great Hosts. When we come back we would definitely stay at the Great Gretsky Escape.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Attentive and Responsive

Alex and Emily have been the best hosts through our week long snowboarding trip! They were super responsive and understanding with our arrival process. With most rentals, the kitchen is only partially stocked, not the case with the Gretsky House! Pots, pans, griddles, decent knives too! Everything an at-home cook could want. The rooms were well maintained with extra blankets and pillows, hot tub was exceptional with plenty of space, and the distance to the lifts was reasonable! Our entire group throughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you for all your help and assistance making our 13th Annual Snowboarding Trip a memorable one!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

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

Friends Ski Trip

Great location near Brighton. Didn’t need to wait in long car line for Brighton or Solitude on the weekends. Bedrooms are well outfitted for a larger group, and hot tub is fantastic. Kitchen has all you need but is a bit small. Emily and Alex are very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J., Kansas City, USA

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

Wonderful Experience!!!

We can’t say enough good things about this property, our stay, and Emily and Alex! The lodge was stocked with everything we needed, the location was PERFECT, Emily was very helpful and responsive, and Alex was awesome with his timely snow blowing and clearing off the deck and hot tub! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Book this amazing Cabin ASAP!

Don't wait on booking this wonderful cabin in Brighton! It's truly amazing. The Gretzke's have taken such care to make the home comfortable, cozy, efficient and well stocked! The kitchen has everything you could possibly need (and more). The hot tub is wonderful, the beds very comfortable. We had a large snowfall while we were there, and Alex come continuously to make sure the snow was cleared. Emily is completely fantastic at communication. We would rent this home again, without a second thought, when returning to Brighton. Truly charming in all ways.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Emily & Alex Gretsky

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Hi! We're the Gretsky's!

Thanks for considering our cabin for your vacation!
We are locals and we love this amazing cabin! We are so lucky to have this cabin and love being able to share it with others!

We are very detail oriented and fully committed to making your stay at our cabin INCREDIBLE!!!
We love to travel and have had our share of stressful experiences. Through this, we became inspired to help our guests have a magical time they will cherish for many years! We love hosting and helping our guests! Read our reviews to verify! :) )

We are very open and great communicators. Just holler if you have any questions before you book or during your stay!

Why they chose this property

Ahhh... Where do we begin! Our cabin is truly a gem!
You can vacation and explore the area without getting in your car. Ski, Hike, Bike all from our front door!
Enjoy morning coffee on the sunny Back Deck & evening wine while enjoying the sunset on the Front Deck. We have resident moose, Margot, deer, flying squirrels and flocks of hummingbirds that frequent our place! It is paradise!!!

What makes this property unique

Stunning Mountain Views! Milly Peak is across the "loop" from our cabin!
Sunny Private Back Deck in the Wasatch Forest with 8 person hot tub!
Sunsets from our Front Deck!

We are very active and familiar with the surrounding mountains! We can help you with hiking, biking and ski trails, however, we also love to relax and watch the wildlife while enjoying the sunset or morning coffee on the sunny back deck!

Our cabin is perfectly situated at the top of Big Cottonwood Canyon with fantastic views of Milly Peak from our front yard & deck. Our front deck faces west for gorgeous sunsets and to catch plenty of sunshine!
The Stars in the canyon are AMAZING!! Star gaze while in our private hot tub!

The interior is classy and very clean! *vaulted ceilings * granite counter-tops *bluetooth speaker * private back deck * picnicking gear . The common areas are spacious and great for entertaining large groups!

Send us a message if you have any questions!
Thanks for checking out our cabin! We hope to hear from you!

Best,
Alex and Emily Gretsky

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