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Schweitzer Castle - Ski in / Ski out

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and mountains framed through an arched stone turret opening with a red lion flag.Interior view of an upper landing with stone walls, arched windows, wood-plank ceiling, and a wooden staircase railing.Hallway featuring wood paneling, a suit of armor display, stone walls, and a view into a dining area.Dining area with a wooden table, bench, stone walls, and arched stained-glass windows.Elevated view of a stone castle tower overlooking evergreen trees and a large blue lake surrounded by mountains.Bedroom area with rustic stone walls, hardwood floors, a bunk bed, and an arched window.Elevated view through stone castle-style battlements overlooking evergreen trees, surrounding homes, and a distant lake under a blue sky.Living and dining space with stone walls, arched stained glass windows, wood ceiling, sofa, TV unit, and dining table.Kitchen corner featuring stainless steel appliances, log and wood cabinetry, and an arched stone wall with stained-glass windows.Open-concept interior 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gothic window.Rustic bedroom with exposed wood ceiling beams, two beds with blue comforters, and a lit stone fireplace.Rustic living area featuring a stone fireplace and wall-mounted TV adjacent to an open bathroom doorway.A compact bathroom nook with a white toilet, small wall-mounted sink, and tall narrow stained glass windows.A rustic bedroom with stone floors, pitched ceiling with exposed wood beams, and a stone fireplace, visible past an open bathroom doorway.Bathroom with sloped ceiling, exposed wood beam, pedestal sink, toilet, and uniquely shaped wooden door.Bathroom featuring stone masonry walls, a small corner sink, a toilet, and textured glass shower doors with towels.A walk-in shower with natural stone flagstone walls, chrome fixtures, a rain showerhead, and a built-in niche with toiletries.Spiral staircase with wooden steps and stone-clad walls inside a tower-style room overlooking an indoor water feature.Elevated outdoor view from a stone balcony overlooking tall evergreen trees, a neighboring house, and a distant lake and mountains under a blue sky.A stone fireplace with a lit fire next to decorative iron railings and timber beams.A stone castle-style entrance featuring a wooden bridge flanked by chains over a moat, leading to an arched doorway with a wooden portcullis.A rustic stone turret featuring a spiral staircase with wood steps, pointed log posts, arched windows, and lantern light fixtures.A view looking out an open wooden entryway across a lowered wooden drawbridge spanning a small moat toward pine trees.Aerial view of a stone castle-style house surrounded by tall pine trees with ski slopes and mountains in the background.Exterior low-angle view of a multi-story stone castle-style building with turrets, arched entrance, and surrounding pine trees.A wooden spiral staircase enclosed within a stone-walled tower with narrow arched windows.Exterior of a castle-style home with stone walls, shingled conical turret, and battlements set against 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distant mountains under a blue sky with light clouds.Aerial view of a lakefront peninsula park with sandy beach, tennis courts, and nearby town set against rolling mountains.A snowboarder catching air off a snow-covered mountain slope overlooking a lake and surrounding mountain ranges.A skier wearing a red helmet and green jacket navigates deep snow on a mountain slope surrounded by snow-covered pine trees.A skier in a red jacket carving through deep powder snow in front of snow-covered pine trees.A skier wearing a red helmet and olive jacket skiing down a steep snowy mountain slope with a snow-covered pine forest in the background.Lakeshore lined with bright yellow autumn trees with forested mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.A snowboarder wearing a red jacket carves through deep powder snow among snow-covered evergreen trees under a bright sky.A snow-covered mountainside dotted with evergreen trees overlooking a lake and distant valley under a cloudy sky.Low-angle view of vibrant magenta and green aurora borealis streaks filling the night sky above the silhouettes of evergreen treetops.Wide panoramic view of snow-covered pine trees on a mountainside overlooking a large lake and valleys under an overcast sky.Graphic announcing Schweitzer Castle and Chateau de Melusine as a Top 3 business in Bonner County with Google Reviews award plaques.
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Castle in Sandpoint, Idaho

8 guests • 2 bedrooms • 5 beds • 3 full baths • 1 half bath
5.00
• 6 reviews
2BR/3.5BA Schweitzer Castle | Ski-In/Ski-Out | Lake & Mountain Views | Sleeps 8 This storybook castle retreat sits high on Schweitzer Mountain above Sandpoint, Idaho, with expert-level ski-in/ski-out access to Schweitzer Mountain Resort. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Pend Oreille and the surrounding alpine landscape across four distinctive levels of hand-laid stone, dramatic architecture, and medieval-inspired design. Note: 54 stairs to the top bedroom (no elevator), and a 4WD vehicle is required October 31 through April 30. Prime location - Expert-level ski-in/ski-out access to Schweitzer Mountain Resort - 1 mile from Powder Hound Pizza - 13 miles from downtown Sandpoint (restaurants, breweries, shops, museums, City Beach Park) - Surrounded by hiking and mountain biking trails - Views of Lake Pend Oreille and Schweitzer Mountain Top amenities - Four distinctive levels with castle-style architecture - Balcony with lake and mountain views - Smart TVs and streaming services (Fubo TV provided) - WiFi - Fully stocked kitchen - Washer and dryer - Decorative 6-foot-deep indoor water feature (no swimming) - Moat-style entryway The space Cross the castle's moat-style entrance into a world of hand-laid stone walls, grand statues, winding staircases, and cozy reading nooks. Every room blends old-world charm with modern comfort, from sipping coffee while watching snowfall over Schweitzer Mountain to gathering with friends after a day on the slopes. Despite the fantasy-inspired design, the home is fully equipped for everyday convenience. Additional rental options - The neighboring Chateau De Melusine is available to rent separately - Rent both properties together as The Castles on Schweitzer for larger groups Things to know - Children under 6 are not allowed on the upper bunk bed - Bunk beds should not exceed 90 lbs - The home is heated with hydronic heating - The upper-floor fireplace is not operational - The guest house next door is also a vacation rental - Ski-in/ski-out access is recommended for expert skiers only - The home features 54 stairs to the top bedroom and does not have an elevator - Guests must cross a moat-style entryway to access the home - There is a 6-foot-deep indoor decorative water feature — no swimming permitted - A four-wheel drive vehicle is required from October 31 through April 30
What this place offers
  • Near lifts
  • On a ski run
  • Free shuttle
  • Mountain view
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Wifi
  • Board games
  • Books
  • Blender
Where you'll sleep
Bedroom 1
1 queen
Bedroom 2
2 queens, 1 bunk bed (2 twins)
Sandpoint, ID, USA
About the neighborhood
Nestled high on Schweitzer Mountain, this peaceful alpine neighborhood offers the perfect balance of privacy, convenience, and year-round adventure. Surrounded by towering evergreens and sweeping mountain scenery, the area provides a true mountain retreat atmosphere while remaining just minutes from Schweitzer Village, restaurants, trails, and ski access. In the winter, guests can enjoy convenient ski-in/ski-out access via a cat track located directly behind the castles, making it easy to access the slopes without needing to drive. During the warmer months, the neighborhood transforms into a scenic mountain escape with nearby hiking, mountain biking, wildlife viewing, and stunning sunsets overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. The neighborhood is quiet, scenic, and ideal for guests looking to relax after a day of outdoor adventure while still being close to all that Schweitzer and Sandpoint have to offer.
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Getting around
Schweitzer is a year-round mountain community tucked into the Selkirk Mountains of northern Idaho. Home to the largest ski area in Idaho and Washington, Schweitzer offers nearly 2,900 skiable acres and averages over 300 inches of snowfall each year, making it a premier destination for skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, hiking, and outdoor adventure in every season. The nearby town of Sandpoint, located about 11 miles down the mountain, offers charming local restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and access to beautiful Lake Pend Oreille. Perched high above the lake, the neighborhood is known for its breathtaking mountain and water views — including the stunning scenery enjoyed from this home. This property is located in a quiet mountainside neighborhood with convenient ski-in/ski-out access via a cat track located directly behind the castles, providing easy access to the slopes during the winter season. Guests can enjoy the peaceful alpine setting while still being close to Schweitzer Village amenities, dining, and year-round recreation.
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House rules
  • Check-in after 4:00 PM
  • Check-out before 10:00 AM
  • 8 guests maximum
Safety & property
  • Exterior security cameras on property
  • Carbon monoxide alarm installed
  • Fire extinguisher
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