Resplendent Mountain Lodge is a three story, square and dovetailed natural log home made from the property’s pine beetled killed trees and is surrounded by the wilderness of Mt. Robson Park. The clear, unobstructed view of Mt. Robson from the Lodge is striking---some say, it’s the best view in the Robson Valley!
The Lodge is a post and beam structure---open concept on the main floor with full kitchen: soapstone countertops, stainless steel appliances including a double oven and, most pantry items and condiments---you bring only the fresh ingredients. The kitchen comes equipped with small appliances, dishes, cutlery (enough for 12) and pots and pans.
There is a wrap-around deck on the main floor with gas barbeque and seating for 8. The deck is a perfect place for that morning coffee and to marvel at the glacial peaks of Mt Robson or to hear the rustle of Swift Current Creek below. Also on this level is a bathroom with open shower, a TV/library room (satellite and wireless internet) and an open dining and living area with seating for 8. There is also a massive natural stone wood burning fireplace (wood supplied). The wood furnishings are all made by local craftspeople and all artwork was commissioned by local artisans.
A unique floor to ceiling diamond willow staircase leads to the upper level that has two bedrooms ---one bedroom has an outstanding view of Mt. Robson, the other overlooks the forest and garden. Each bedroom has one queen size bed and both bedrooms open to a large bathroom with a large shower-tub combination; stained glass windows adorn two sides of the bathroom walls. Beds were made locally from birch and diamond willow. All toiletries, paper products, towels and linen is supplied.
A laundry nook is available on the lower level.
Take a gentle hike right from the front door into pristine meadows (a short trail has been mapped out for you) or walk around the twelve acre private property to find the best view of Mt. Robson and Swift Current Creek. A natural waterfall on Swift Current Creek is 300 meters from your door. Sometimes the view is so stunning it's difficult to know which direction to point your camera!
There are many walks and hikes within 5 km of the Gatehouse. Rearguard Falls is the furthest point of travel for Pacific Salmon and they can be seen in late summer by driving a few km and taking a short walk to the waterfall. Overlander Falls and Hargreaves Canyon are scenic short hikes that are also staging areas for raft tours and high level kayaking. The Trail head for the Swift Current Creek trail starts within walking distance of the Gatehouse and leads up the Revelation Valley (Swift Current Creek) to the headwall of the 91st highest waterfall in the world (currently inaccessible except for real adventurers). The world famous Berg Lake Trail and the start of the 110 km long north boundary trail are also within 5 km.
There are restaurants and shops in the nearby towns of Valemount (34 km SW from the Lodge) and Jasper---a 55 minute drive E---that offer additional amenities, recreational activities and, world renowned mountain vistas.
