Last Chair Lair is for the skiers and riders who don’t tap out when the clock says quit. This modern 2020 3BR/3BA SKI IN/SKI OUT townhome sits right on the groomed trail to Tamarack Express, with a private hot tub, crackling wood fireplace, and a doable walk to the Village and Osprey Lodge when it’s time to trade last chair for après last rounds. Built for the “one more lap” crowd--first on the hill if you can manage it, absolutely on the last chair if you can’t. Fido's welcome to join the fun.
Tamarack Resort is a four-season destination 90 miles north of Boise; it's the perfect basecamp for your west central Idaho adventures, located between the recreation opportunities in Cascade and McCall or those further afield. Nestled on 3,500 acres with 2,800 feet of vertical and adjacent to Lake Cascade, it offers year-round recreation, including some of the best skiing and snowboarding in Idaho, Nordic and snowshoe trails, hiking, downhill and cross country mountain biking, zipline tours, whitewater rafting, and motorized and non-motorized water sports. Tamarack also offers a host of on-site dining and leisure activities, to include a spa, pickleball courts, and disc golf course. Be sure to check their schedule for hosted events and activities.
•You will have the entire home to yourself, with the exception of garage access (guests do NOT have access to the detached garage). There are two locked owner closets (one in the daylight basement and one in the living room).
•Please be aware you have to walk down a set of stairs (no hand rail) to access First Chair Lair. Please consider if anyone in your party has mobility concerns and be sure to look at the photos carefully. Use caution, especially in winter.
•Ski In/Ski Out Details (see labeled photos):
SKI OUT: Approximately 300m downhill push on groomed trail from back door of Last Chair Lair to Tamarack Express
SKI IN: 1. The simplest (but longer) ski in option is to return the way you skied out (it will be slightly uphill). 2. The option with the least pushing: Take the groomed cutoff on Lower Encore to the Golden Bar neighborhood. Cross the road then hit the groomed cutoff to the Tamarack Express trail. Head left for a short push to Last Chair Lair. 3. Find your own way back!
•You'll also have access to the numerous amenities offered by Tamarack Resort; gas firepit at the Lodge at Osprey Meadows, pickleball courts, disc golf, and resort cross-country hiking/biking trails. This property doesn't have access to the Lodge fitness center, pool, or hot tub, but don't worry--the mountain is your gym, Lake Cascade is the perfect place to take a dip, and you've got your own private hot tub at the house!
Welcome to Last Chair Lair – built for the ones who stay on the mountain until the lifts stop spinning and keep the night going after.
This corner-unit 3 bedroom/3 bathroom townhome (6 guests max + 1 pup), ideal for friends, couples, or small families, sits in Tamarack Resort's coveted Golden Bar neighborhood, with ski in/ski out access on a groomed trail to the Tamarack Express chairlift. No shuttles. No parking-lot chaos. Step out, click in, and go.
THE BASICS
• Ski-in/ski-out on groomed trail (direct access to Tamarack Express chairlift--see the "Access" section and photos for details)
• Air conditioning
• Wood-burning fireplace, private hot tub, and ensuite soaking tub for post-ride, post-ski decompression
• Dedicated workspace with desk on 2nd floor
• Hardwood flooring and modern fixtures throughout
• New furnishings with a mountain-modern, unfussy vibe
• High-speed WiFi and 2 smart TVs (BYO logins) for streaming and remote work if needed
• In-unit full-sized washer & dryer
• Self check-in (smart lock)
OUTDOOR LIVING + GEAR-FRIENDLY PERKS
This is where Last Chair Lair shines:
• Direct trail access out your back door
• Private hot tub on a covered patio – fully usable in snowstorms and shoulder season
• Covered deck off the main living area with seating and gas BBQ – perfect for morning coffee or end-of-day beers
• Space for skis, boards, bikes, and outdoor gear on the covered patio. Show up with real gear and real plans. The house is built for it.
3 BEDROOMS + 3 FULL BATHROOMS
Comfortable bedrooms where you can actually crash:
•Primary Ensuite (2nd Floor): King Bed + Ensuite Bathroom (soaking tub + tiled walk-in shower)
•Guest Bedroom 1 (Daylight Basement): Queen Bed w/ Patio Access + Adjacent Shared Full Bath (tiled walk-in shower + patio access to hot tub/trail)
•Guest Bedroom 2 (Daylight Basement): Queen Bed + Adjacent Shared Full Bath (tiled walk-in shower + patio access to hot tub/trail)
•Additional full bath (walk-in shower) on main floor with in-house laundry
KITCHEN + DINING
Fully equipped modern kitchen perfect for big ski breakfasts and late-night snackies:
•Full-size stainless appliances
•Cookware, dishware, and glassware
•Coffee maker (Keurig 2.0--10-15 K-Cups provided to get you started)
•Basic spices/oil
•Breakfast bar (seats 3) + dining table (seats 6-8) for group meals, laptop sessions, late-night cocktails, and games
LOCATION
You’re in one of Tamarack Resort’s most sought-after spots:
•Directly on a groomed trail with access to Tamarack Express Chairlift for skiing/snowboarding and lift-serviced biking
•10-15 minute walk to Lodge at Osprey Meadows + Tamarack Golf Course (in season), Village at Tamarack – restaurants, bars, coffee, spa, events, rentals
•Winter Enjoyment: ski, board, Nordic, snowshoe
•Summer Enjoyment: lift-served biking, hiking, golf, lake time, zipline, mountain biking, disc golf, open-air concerts, and more
PARKING
•Guests do NOT have access to the detached garage
•There is 1 dedicated driveway parking space (in front of garage)--two smaller vehicles can potentially stack one behind the other. There are two public guest parking spaces on either side of the garage bay (it's possible to stack 2 cars one behind the other in each spot); they are first-come first-serve.
•Street parking is not allowed unless it's in a designated guest parking space
You'll receive complete driving directions and transportation tips after booking in your Digital Guidebook.
Tamarack Resort offers free 24/7 on-demand “Dial-A-Ride” service throughout the resort. Contact number available on Tamarack Resort's website and in the Digital Guidebook.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
*If you're flying into Boise International Airport, we recommend renting a vehicle directly from the airport.
*It's possible to get an Uber from Boise/BOI to Tamarack Resort, although it's not necessarily a reliable mode of travel; depending on your arrival time and season, you may have difficulty finding a driver who will accept your ride. Uber is not currently accepting advance reservations for trips to Tamarack Resort from Boise; on-demand rides will be your only option.
*If you're traveling in winter or you plan to enjoy the many off-roading adventures available in Valley County, we HIGHLY recommend a 4WD vehicle.