COZY LOG CABIN, BEST DEAL IN BRIGHTON!

 
 
 
Brighton cabin rental - Our cozy log cabin
Our cozy log cabin
 
Brighton cabin rental - Our cozy log cabin

Our cozy log cabin

Before the complete renovation

Before the complete renovation

After the complete renovation

After the complete renovation

Another outdoor view.Queen bed top left, bunk room top right,double bottom right

Another outdoor view.Queen bed top left, bunk room top right,double bottom right

Bull moose in our backyard during construction.

Bull moose in our backyard during construction.

A baby moose outside the cabin during construction.

A baby moose outside the cabin during construction.

Mount Millicent

Mount Millicent

Our street in winter. Four wheel drive or all wheel drive strongly recommended.

Our street in winter. Four wheel drive or all wheel drive strongly recommended.

All new kitchen. All basic consumables included i.e. paper towels, spices, soap.

All new kitchen. All basic consumables included i.e. paper towels, spices, soap.

Living room with 2 story fireplace. The armoire has lots of games but no TV.

Living room with 2 story fireplace. The armoire has lots of games but no TV.

View of living room from upstairs

View of living room from upstairs

Two story chimney with tongue and groove wood ceilings in living room.

Two story chimney with tongue and groove wood ceilings in living room.

Living room

Living room

Living room

Living room

View from living room. Dining table seats 6 plus 2 barstools at kitchen counter.

View from living room. Dining table seats 6 plus 2 barstools at kitchen counter.

View of kitchen and upstairs bedrooms

View of kitchen and upstairs bedrooms

Door the to bunk room is on the left and bedroom with queen bed is on the right.

Door the to bunk room is on the left and bedroom with queen bed is on the right.

Original log stairs are very steep and can challenge the very young or very old.

Original log stairs are very steep and can challenge the very young or very old.

All new bathroom. The old one was an outhouse!

All new bathroom. The old one was an outhouse!

Bathroom. Granite surround in tub/shower. Full size washer and dryer behind door

Bathroom. Granite surround in tub/shower. Full size washer and dryer behind door

Main floor bedroom with double bed.

Main floor bedroom with double bed.

Upstairs bedroom with queen bed

Upstairs bedroom with queen bed

2nd upstairs bedroom with double bunk bed can sleep four in this bedroom.

2nd upstairs bedroom with double bunk bed can sleep four in this bedroom.

All furniture, mattresses, pillows and linens purchased new in 2012.

All furniture, mattresses, pillows and linens purchased new in 2012.

Per night (USD) $200 - $325
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps8
  • 1 Bathroom

Photos and Description of the Brighton vacation cabin rental
3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, sleeps 8

This incredible log cabin is nestled among the huge pine trees of Brighton, Utah. It is surrounded by by the beautiful Wasatch mountains, which make skiing and snowboarding in the winter extremely amazing. Brighton Ski Resort is 10 minutes walking distance, and Solitude Ski Resort is only a 5 minute drive. The snow up here is the greatest snow on earth! The Nordic Center is a 5 minute walk, and offers snow covered trails for cross country skiing or snow shoeing in winter, or hiking in the summer. Silver Lake is located here at the Nordic center, and offers amazing hiking trails, and great fishing. Trout abound in this beautiful mountain lake. The cabin itself is secluded, and off the main road. It is a total gut and remodel with no expenses spared. All is new inside and out with the exception of the two story fireplace, and the full log walls. This beautiful cabin is full of charm. There is nothing more cozy than sitting in front of the fireplace on a frosty winter day.

Moose and deer are a common sight right outside of the cabin as well as over at Silver Lake.

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About Mark Richardson

We bought this old family cabin about three years ago. It was in extreme disrepair. We have completely rebuilt it, keeping the parts that had tons of character like the two story stone fireplace and the whole log walls. We added dormers, a new roof, an entirely new kitchen and bathroom complete with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and granite tub surround.

We have filled it with all the amenites that anyone would want in a mountain getaway.

Mark Richardson purchased this cabin in 2009
What makes this cabin unique

This cabin truly offers the best combination of the rustic beauty of a hand hewn log cabin with all the modern amenities. It was literally torn down to the four log walls and the chimney and rebuilt. In addition to being walking distance to the Brighton chairlifts and Solitude Nordic Center, you can ski back to the cabin if you don't mind taking a brief shortcut out of bounds from Brighton.

Brighton cabin rental - Our cozy log cabin

Our cozy log cabin

Before the complete renovation

Before the complete renovation

After the complete renovation

After the complete renovation

Another outdoor view.Queen bed top left, bunk room top right,double bottom right

Another outdoor view.Queen bed top left, bunk room top right,double bottom right

Bull moose in our backyard during construction.

Bull moose in our backyard during construction.

A baby moose outside the cabin during construction.

A baby moose outside the cabin during construction.

Mount Millicent

Mount Millicent

Our street in winter. Four wheel drive or all wheel drive strongly recommended.

Our street in winter. Four wheel drive or all wheel drive strongly recommended.

All new kitchen. All basic consumables included i.e. paper towels, spices, soap.

All new kitchen. All basic consumables included i.e. paper towels, spices, soap.

Living room with 2 story fireplace. The armoire has lots of games but no TV.

Living room with 2 story fireplace. The armoire has lots of games but no TV.

View of living room from upstairs

View of living room from upstairs

Two story chimney with tongue and groove wood ceilings in living room.

Two story chimney with tongue and groove wood ceilings in living room.

Living room

Living room

Living room

Living room

View from living room. Dining table seats 6 plus 2 barstools at kitchen counter.

View from living room. Dining table seats 6 plus 2 barstools at kitchen counter.

View of kitchen and upstairs bedrooms

View of kitchen and upstairs bedrooms

Door the to bunk room is on the left and bedroom with queen bed is on the right.

Door the to bunk room is on the left and bedroom with queen bed is on the right.

Original log stairs are very steep and can challenge the very young or very old.

Original log stairs are very steep and can challenge the very young or very old.

All new bathroom. The old one was an outhouse!

All new bathroom. The old one was an outhouse!

Bathroom. Granite surround in tub/shower. Full size washer and dryer behind door

Bathroom. Granite surround in tub/shower. Full size washer and dryer behind door

Main floor bedroom with double bed.

Main floor bedroom with double bed.

Upstairs bedroom with queen bed

Upstairs bedroom with queen bed

2nd upstairs bedroom with double bunk bed can sleep four in this bedroom.

2nd upstairs bedroom with double bunk bed can sleep four in this bedroom.

All furniture, mattresses, pillows and linens purchased new in 2012.

All furniture, mattresses, pillows and linens purchased new in 2012.

Car: recommended

Walking distance to Brighton ski resort. New listing, more descriptions to come. Please check back!

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation cabin rental in Brighton, Utah

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
spring, summer and fall
May 1 2013 - Nov 14 2013
$200
$200
2 Nights
 
 
Winter
Nov 16 2013 - Apr 15 2014
$325
$325
2 Nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Tax Rate 11.6%

Notes

  • $200-325/night
  • We have a simplified fee structure of $325 per night for the entire ski season and $200 per night for any other time of year. This rate includes taxes. In lieu of a cleaning fee we require a two night stay. So, pick your time of year and multiply that rate by the number of nights and that's your total. No other fees or taxes!

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cabin rental in Brighton, Utah

Property Type:
  • cabin
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 1100 sq. ft.
  • 2 stories
Location Type:
  • Ski-In / Ski-Out ...
    If you duck out of bounds off of the Great Western chairlift you can ski to the cabin. It's a 10 to 15 minute walk from the cabin to the chairlift.
  • Lake View ...
    Near Silver Lake
  • Ski-In ...
    Within 10 minute walk from Brighton ski resort. You can ski to the cabin also if you duck out of bounds on your last run.
  • Mountain
  • Mountain View
  • Lake
Theme:
  • Sports & Activities
  • Adventure
  • Away From It All
  • Family
General:
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Linens Provided
  • Toilet Paper
  • Vacuum System
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Parking Off Street
  • Activities Guide
  • Firewood
  • Heating ...
    Modern, high efficiency, gas forced air furnace installed during rebuilding in 2011 heats all rooms. Additional electric baseboard heaters are located in the kitchen and bathroom.
  • Fireplace ...
    Large, wood burning fireplace. Rental includes firewood and starting materials.
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Paper Towels
  • Basic Soaps
  • Towels Provided
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laundry Soap
  • Gas Heating
  • Parking
  • Local Maps
  • Living Area
  • Hair Dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Alarm Clock
  • Washing Machine
  • Living Room
Kitchen:
  • Lobster Pot
  • Coffee Maker
  • Grill
  • Freezer
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Stove
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Pantry Items
  • Refrigerator
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Dishes & Utensils
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • Dining ...
    Dining room table seats 6 and the barstools at the kitchen counter can seat 2 more for a total of 8 places.
  • seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower
  • Full size clothes washer and dryer located in the bathroom.
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
  • Bedroom - 1 queen
    Bedroom 2 - 1 double
    Bedroom 3 - 4 twin/ single , 2 bunk bed sets
  • This cabin sleeps 8 and has three bedrooms
Entertainment:
  • Books
  • Games for Kids
  • Books for Kids
  • Games
  • CD Player
  • Books for Adults
  • Stereo
  • Toys
  • Radio
  • Music Library
Outside:
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Grill ...
    Full size, propane grill on the porch.
  • Deck / Patio ...
    Small front porch but we have outdoor chairs and a picnic table under the trees in the summer.
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • 6 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • non smoking only
  • pets not allowed ...
    Big Cottonwood Canyon is a part of the Salt Lake County Watershed and no pets are allowed in the canyon.
Attractions:
  • waterfalls
  • health/beauty spa
  • restaurants
  • forests
  • pond
  • autumn foliage
  • churches
  • caves
Leisure Activities:
  • scenic drives
  • walking
  • bird watching
  • sledding
  • sight seeing
Local Services & Businesses:
  • Babysitter
  • ATM/bank
  • massage therapist
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • mountaineering
  • hiking
  • mountain climbing
  • fishing
  • cross country skiing
  • cycling
  • freshwater fishing
  • snowboarding
  • skiing
  • fly fishing
  • rock climbing
  • mountain biking
Notes:
We just did a complete revovation. The kitchen and bathroom are all new, including dishes, pans, glasses, towels, linens. Everything is new. All carpet, paint, granite countertops, tub, toilet, washer and dryer, cabinets are all brand new.

Reviews for this vacation cabin rental in Brighton, Utah

Cozy Log Cabin, BEST DEAL IN BRIGHTON!
average rating of 4.9473686 based on 19 reviews
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Cozy Log Cabin, BEST DEAL IN BRIGHTON!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p962270
+1 801 6335670
Brighton Utah
Up North, MI
5

Basically a ski-in cabin

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Apr 20, 2013
  • Stayed: Mar 2013
This cabin is amazing. Everything about it is perfect for a skier's vacation. Basically everything has already been said in other reviews regarding how perfect this cabin is, so I'll skip to the part nobody has mentioned yet because according to the owners we were the first guests to actually ski from Brighton back to the cabin. It is entirely possible to ski right from the top of the Great Western lift straight to the front door of the cabin. Depending on snow conditions I would say that anyone attempting this should be confident skiing blacks and be able to navigate somewhat tight trees, but it is by no means "extreme" skiing and makes for an excellent last run before enjoying a few beers and some fondue. There are some Aspen glades up higher with tighter pines as you get closer to the cabin but the trees are entirely manageable and it is only slightly a "ski good or eat wood" situation. The route I took basically started by ducking under the rope at the very end of the ridge on Elk Park before it hangs a left back to the lifts. Essentially just stay high on the ridge until you get to the boundary and then go under it. I will say that its always a good idea to have proper back country knowledge and equipment whenever ducking a rope and although there were plenty of skier tracks where I went it is technically out of bounds and ski patrol is under no obligation to help you out if anything goes wrong. After ducking the rope the ridge basically ends and I simply worked my way down the fall line away from the lifts and occasionally traversed skier's right. It is possible to see the road and the loop by the Brighton Center most of the time to keep your bearings. I didn't need a map or anything I just kinda guessed based on where the loop started and ended up right across the street from the cabin the very first time. Skiing back to the cabin was simply a bonus to a perfect place to stay and ski. Brighton is a true skier's/rider's resort without the day spas and pretentiousness of a "ski" resort that doesn't focus on skiing. Just down the canyon is a Whole Foods and state liquor store, and in the summer Big and Little Cottonwood canyons have some amazing climbing.
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Cozy Log Cabin, BEST DEAL IN BRIGHTON!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p962270
+1 801 6335670
Brighton Utah
5

Doesn't get better.

Doesn't get better.
  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Apr 1, 2013
  • Stayed: Feb 2013
I stayed here with some friends this winter I invited out for a ski trip from the east coast who never skied the west and it could not have been any better. They left feeling as though they skied for the first time all over again. But this cabin's proximity to Brighton and Solitude (my 2 favorites as a SLC resident), the natural surroundings, the simplicity/convenience of staying here and the cabin itself is beyond words. It's just something you have to experience and I highly, highly recommend this cabin to anyone in both winter and summer seasons in the Wasatch Mountains. The owners have this cabin set up as though you are staying in their home during your visit. It has everything already there for you. Simply stop by a local store to grab some perishable items like milk and eggs, for example, and maybe a nice dinner to cook, some easy lunches and you can take care of eating here instead of at the resorts. To have a nice dinner out, the Silver Fork Lodge is terrific and just minutes away. If you rent a car for your stay here, go with an all-wheel drive and there are places all over the Salt Lake Valley that rent cargo carriers for vehicle roofs which help if you plan on skiing Solitude. Last, but certainly not least are the owners. Not only for rolling out such a red-carpet treatment (think gifts), but the ability to reach them. If you have any questions there is cell service in the area and I was able to get responses within minutes. There isn't much more I can say other than the "feel" of the cabin itself but the photos provided are spot on and an exact image of what you're going to get and more. I will definitely be back here again.
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Cozy Log Cabin, BEST DEAL IN BRIGHTON!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p962270
+1 801 6335670
Brighton Utah
4

Lovely renovated log cabin

  • 4 of 5
  • Submitted: Mar 18, 2013
  • Stayed: Feb 2013
We enjoyed the lovely cabin and the quiet solitude of the area. It was a nice break from our hectic everyday lives. We enjoyed a fire every afternoon/evening and played many games. It was great family time. Both my husband and I cook and we were wonderfully surprised with how well stocked the kitchen was and very well put together and nicely renovated. Mark and Jamie clearly had fabulous vision and spent the money to really do the place right! Mark was great to deal with. He even delivered a coffee grinder to the cabin just before our arrival after I inquired as to whether there was one in the cabin! The only down side was we ended up driving to Brighton because it was too far a walk for us in ski boots - about a half mile. It was only a 2 min drive so not a problem. We never figured out how to ski in, but did see a few people ski into the area. This is the only reason that I didn't give the cabin a full 5 stars. It may be a while before we get back to Brighton, but I would be glad to stay there again.
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Cozy Log Cabin, BEST DEAL IN BRIGHTON!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p962270
+1 801 6335670
Brighton Utah
5

Glenn-Bend, Oregon

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Mar 12, 2013
  • Stayed: Mar 2013
This is an absolutely beautiful cabin and the owner has covered all details needed for a comfortable stay. The access to Brighton and Solitude ski areas is perfect and if you are into Backcountry skiing in the Central Wasatch mountains as our group of 4 were, perfect base camp for day trips.

Just book it. You will not regret it.

We will be back!
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Cozy Log Cabin, BEST DEAL IN BRIGHTON!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p962270
+1 801 6335670
Brighton Utah
SouthWest US
5

Fantastic Place!

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Mar 11, 2013
  • Stayed: Mar 2013
What a gem! Mark and his family have done an incredible job restoring this beautiful cabin creating a cozy, comfortable, charming home away from home tucked into the deep forest in the Wasatch Mountains. Even more impressive is the hospitality they show their guests; leaving fondue, firewood stacked in the fireplace, and beds made. This was easily our very best VRBO experience to date. My family from Iowa were in town visiting, and we had easy access to Solitude and Brighton, and were within reach of SLC by 20 mins down canyon drive. The skiing was fantastic, the stars at night left us feeling like we had the mountain to ourselves, and working with the owners was incredibly easy. My only hesitation in writing this review is that more people will discover this wonderful haven, and I won't be able to keep it secret for myself. I heartily recommend this property to anyone and all who are interested. So much better than staying on resort at Solitude or Brighton, and equally as easy!
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