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The Fern | Hot Tub • Arcade • Games • Playground

Family-friendly vacation home within easy reach of University of Calgary

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This vacation home puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Calgary and Canada Olympic Park. The hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. The property features a garden and a flat-screen TV.
Very good

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (7)

  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Computer station
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)
CA $141
CA $335 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5

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About the area

Map
1720 Home Rd NW, Calgary, AB, T3B 1G9

What's nearby

  • Shouldice Athletic Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bow River - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hextall Bridge - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Calgary - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Market Mall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 27 min drive
  • Calgary University Station - 8 min drive
  • Calgary Heritage Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Enoteca Monza Pizzeria Moderna - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Market Mall - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Native Tongues - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Una - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Fern | Hot Tub • Arcade • Games • Playground

  • This vacation home puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Calgary and Canada Olympic Park. The hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. The property features a garden and a flat-screen TV.

At a glance

Property size

    • Private vacation home

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite carport

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Trampoline
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Bed rails

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • Bidet

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Foosball table
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Fully fenced
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Computer station

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly
  • CAD 50 per accommodation per stay

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In the shopping district
  • In the historical district

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of CAD 100 will be collected before check-in

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 50 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Stay & Play - Central Family Friendly Calgary
Stay & Play - Central Family Friendly Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at this vacation home?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there's free self parking. Onsite parking options include a carport.

What are the check-in and check-out times at this vacation home?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Fern | Hot Tub • Arcade • Games • Playground and nearby?

The Fern | Hot Tub • Arcade • Games • Playground has a hot tub and an arcade, as well as a garden.

What's the area around The Fern | Hot Tub • Arcade • Games • Playground like?

The Fern | Hot Tub • Arcade • Games • Playground is a short 16-minute walk from University of Calgary and 8 minutes' walk from Bow River.

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The Fern | Hot Tub • Arcade • Games • Playground Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

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9.0

Amenities

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a fun stay at this accommodation. It was a perfect location to be in, close to downtown, amenities, Hwy 1 going to west or Banff. Kids and family had a fun time playing in the set up of the basement, with the games and rooms were decent size and clean. Host was easy to communicate with and all was ready when you check in. A+++
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10/10 Exceptional

The customer service here is truly amazing very attentive, friendly, and always ready to help. On top of that, the neighborhood is calm and peaceful, which makes the whole experience even better.
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8/10 Very good

Just read the ad 3 bedroom 1 bath . Has a lot of potential.
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2/10 Poor

Absolutely terrible experience from start to finish. The problems began before we could even get into the property. The door code provided did not work, leaving us locked out after a long day of travel. We struggled to get ahold of anyone and finally received a response after 8 PM with a different code that worked. Once inside, the condition of the house was shocking. The property was dirty, outdated, and poorly maintained. We arrived late and hungry only to discover the dishes, utensils, and cookware were filthy, meaning we had to wash items before we could even eat. There was debris inside the cupboards, the bathroom was gross, and the bathroom lights did not work. The beds were unbelievably uncomfortable — cheap steel frames with thin mattress pads where you could feel every metal bar underneath. The hot tub was completely unusable. We specifically booked a place with a hot tub, and this one had visible debris floating inside and slimy water. We refused to go in it. Other issues included tiny TVs, barely any toilet paper supplied, and old games with missing pieces. The listing photos were extremely misleading compared to reality. Honestly, I would have felt more comfortable staying in a downtown hostel than this rental. Hotels.com should seriously inspect this property before continuing to allow their brand to be associated with it.
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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional