Fairway Twelve Retreat

This place is an absolute oasis- amazing views with a homey feel! It is well thought out for every guest experience. Whether it be cooking, family game night or even family movie night. This place is everything you need to fill at home while on vacation. Spacious living and an abundance of sleeping quarters Allows everyone to have their own area of refuge. Still having an area for the entire Family Together, and enjoy being To Together. Not to mention Very well kept clean to the field of a platinum rated resort. Nothing is miss in this five star experience.

Beyond the obvious benefits of being in Sun Valley, what made this vacation even better was this “Fairway 12 Retreat” on Elkhorn Road. Location is important, and this large home was not only set back off a main road with hiking and biking paths, but is nestled within the trees on the 12th hole of the Elkhorn Golf Course that offers a picturesque mountainscape in the background across the fairway. The features of the house set it apart from your typical vacation home. Like heated seats and a heated steering wheel in your car, this property not only has a heated back patio deck, heated walkways, and a fully heated driveway with ample parking, but a covered semi-circle drive with room for maneuvering that leads to the entrance of the front door. I can't stress how luxurious it is to know you won't be slipping and falling even when the snow is coming down hard. Your pathway from your car to the house is always clear and safe. The heated rear patio deck is perfect for sitting and enjoying the spectacular view from the 4-place hot tub, which is accessible from the kitchen without having to trample through any snow, thus making it a frequent favorite place to relax, enjoy a book, a cocktail, a cigar, or just contemplate. Il Dolce Far Niente, the sweetness of doing nothing! As expected from a large home, this one has spacious rooms that are properly appointed with enough comfortable furniture for all to enjoy. The gourmet kitchen has new, large appliances with enough prep area and counterspace for all the self-proclaimed chefs to use at the same time. The 8-burner stovetop with griddle, high capacity oven, and enormous refrigerator freezer afforded everyone their own place for cooking needs. The kitchen looks out through a large slider, while the main living room boasts picture windows that feature the golf course and mountain scenery. Dual dishwashers that keep the counters clear, a wine fridge, a cappuccino machine, and a household tankless hot water system make for some of the small “attention to detail” items that set this home apart. The kitchen is open to the living room, featuring an 85-inch TV that makes for the perfect post-meal gathering place for all to unwind. (Not every mountain view is as open and grand!) The spaciousness between houses and other people provides complete privacy without needing to draw the drapes, all while feeling totally secure. The private dining room has a large 8-place table that can easily fit more people if needed, and the cozy wood-paneled den has a true wood-burning fireplace, perfect for conversations, small group gatherings, or just escaping away with music or a book. The dual staircases that lead to the second floor are well thought out; the back staircase allows one to sneak inside and outside of the house directly or down to the kitchen for a snack undetected. The main formal staircase provides normal traffic flow and quick access to the upstairs from the center of the house and foyer. The first-floor powder room is a nice size and tucked away for unnoticed use from the main gathering spaces. With capacious bedrooms, bathrooms, and closets, the upstairs rooms are spaced apart enough for ultimate privacy, while the full 2nd-floor laundry room makes that task convenient for all guests. Plenty of space to gather for all, and many places to hide away in privacy. This house was meticulously set up (by the management team ) for complete convenience and comfort, and with everything already there waiting for our party (of two couples) to enjoy immediately, nothing was needed the entire stay; all amenities were already fully supplied, so the “front deck” never had to be contacted. That alone makes for a wonderful vacation experience! Looking forward to returning to this same property next time in Sun Valley, no need to look any further.

Our recent stay at Fairway Twelve Retreat was the perfect balance of indulgence and comfort. We enjoyed the majestic, snowy golf course and mountain views from both the warm family room and the bubbling Jacuzzi. The common areas provided the perfect setting for cocktails, meals, and conversation. While the bedrooms offered wonderful retreat for relaxation and quiet time. The floorpan, furnishings, and accessories seemed to anticipate our every need. The home was a short drive to restaurants, shopping, and ski resorts. And the weather was made to order. We were delighted by the occasional elk or magpie that came to visit and can only imagine how beautiful the adjacent golf course will be in the spring and summer. Beautiful home, great location. Thank you for your attention to detail. We will definitely be returning.