| Renting a Whistler chalet is perfect for families or | | | | the Village and is a quiet and peaceful place to |
| large groups wanting to enjoy each others' | | | | stay. |
| company without being cramped. Chalet rentals | | | | - Blueberry Hill, White Gold, Brio, Nesters, |
| also provide great value when compared to | | | | Bayshores, Whistler Cay Heights, Alta Vista and |
| renting multiple hotel rooms. Top it off with | | | | Emerald Estates are also residential |
| amazing private amenities (like hot tubs) and your | | | | neighbourhoods in Whistler that may feature |
| group accommodation decision is clear. | | | | some chalet or townhome rentals. They range |
| Where are Whistler chalet rentals located? | | | | from 2 - 10 minutes' drive to the Village. |
| First off, thinking you're going to find a chalet at | | | | How to Find & Book a Whistler Chalet the Safe |
| Whistler base, amongst the Village shops and | | | | Way |
| restaurants is not realistic. What IS realistic is | | | | You can rent a Whistler chalet from a rental |
| finding a chalet that is ski in/out on the mountain, | | | | management company or Owner-direct. Either |
| a ten minute walk to the lifts or a few minutes' | | | | way, you should find quality accommodation, but |
| drive/bus ride to the Village. These are still | | | | renting from an Owner cuts out extra fees and |
| attractive locations as they provide a peaceful | | | | provides top value. |
| night's rest and magical, natural surroundings. | | | | When searching for a Whistler chalet to rent by |
| Whistler Chalet Rental Neighbourhoods Include: | | | | Owner, start by google searching terms such as |
| - Whistler Creekside - This area includes a | | | | "Whistler chalet" or "Whistler vacation rental." Sift |
| mini-village with a variety of shops, restaurants | | | | through the results to find sites with a good |
| and conveniences. Chalet and townhome rentals | | | | selection of rentals that also offer a safe booking |
| can be found near the base/gondola access or on | | | | or fraud-protection guarantee. |
| the mountain. | | | | When you've found the right Whistler chalet, |
| - Whistler Upper Village - Located on the | | | | follow these steps when reserving to protect |
| Blackcomb Mountain side of the resort, this area | | | | yourself: |
| is home to an abundant array of ski in/out chalets | | | | - Save a copy of the property advertisement or |
| and townhome rentals. Blackcomb Mountain base | | | | listing to your hard drive so you have a record of |
| features many shops and restaurants an some | | | | what was promised to you at the time you made |
| accommodation but most chalets are located on | | | | the reservation. Coming back to the listing at a |
| the mountain. | | | | later date may mean the content has been |
| - Whistler Village North - This area is an extension | | | | updated and it will be difficult to file any claims of |
| of the main pedestrian village. Some larger | | | | false advertising. |
| vacation rentals will be found along the walkway | | | | - Get a rental agreement or copy of the booking |
| but most are just across the street from the | | | | policies in writing. An electronic or email version will |
| pedestrianized area. Walk to the lifts at Whistler | | | | suffice. |
| mountain base in approx. 10 minutes from most | | | | - Pay by credit card and make sure you get |
| chalets/homes or take the free shuttle. | | | | confirmation of every payment you make. |
| - Alpine Meadows - This is primarily a residential | | | | Sending cash, a cheque or a money transfer to |
| neighbourhood approx. 10 minutes from Whistler | | | | the Owner means you have no recourse should |
| Village. It features a top-notch Sports Centre with | | | | things go wrong. |
| indoor arena and pool as well as a convenience | | | | - Get complete check-in and emergency contact |
| store and coffee shop. | | | | information from the Owner once the reservation |
| - Nicklaus North - This area is built around a | | | | is fully paid. Print and pack this information in your |
| world-class golf course and lake where seaplanes | | | | carry-on bag. |
| land. It's only a 3 - 5 minute drive or bus ride to | | | | |
