Darren and Sandra Griffin

 Welcome!

...to #5 Towering Pines one of the best, centrally located & well equipped properties on the mountain. Enjoy special moments & create wonderful lifetime memories with our great accommodation, great snow & great skiing, all you need to do is to bring your family & friends....

 

Just read what our guests have to say: "Your home was beautiful so was the hospitality we received from everybody at Big White, views amazing so was skiing will definitely come back.....Can't wait!!" Nadine & David Stilwell, Chelmsford, Essex, UK Feb 08

"The perfect place to stay, we loved everything about it! We all had a great time - sunny nearly every day! Looking forward to a return visit. Thank you!" Paul & Niki Gauntlett, Perth, W Australia March '05

 

We have a fantastic central location, just a 2 minute walk to Big White Village Centre, Happy Valley Gondola and the Bullet chairlift. From every window and the large private deck, complete with your very own hot tub, there are superb views of the Monashee mountains. Our accommodation is completed in a rustic Canadian ski cabin style, combined with modern and luxurious fittings and furnishings comprising:

 

* Master bedroom with private ensuite

* Queen bed with single combo bunk

* Large Southfacing deck with private hot tub 

* Gourmet kitchen with granite worktops

* Superb floor to ceiling rock fireplace

* Hand scraped Hardwood floors

* Heated floors in the hallway, kitchen and all bathrooms

* Private, heated double garage

* Private security coded ski lockers

* Full private ensuite laundry

* Home Theatre Surround Sound System

* Free, High speed wireless internet 

 

To book now please click on any of the Reserve Now signs on this property page & follow directions to book with Visa or Mastercard using AlluraDirect's fast, easy & secure transaction system.

 Photos & Video

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• After a hard day on the slopes relax in the comfort of your own lounge. Please check out the rest of our photo gallery!
• Get that "Top of the world" feeling from every window.
• Just "feel the quality" in every aspect of the superb kitchen.
• Master bedroom with Beautiful "King Sized" Sleigh Bed & large walk in closet.
• Large ensuite bathroom to Master bedroom.
• Hand crafted bunk beds - Queen with twin over.
• Heated slate flooring in the spacious entrance way.
• Superb kitchen with granite worksurfaces & top quality finish & appliances.
• Look at those beautiful icicle lights twinkling on our deck ......!
• Seat 6/7 people in comfort for meal times.
• Heated floors & superb finishings.
• Seat up to 6 adults in this top of the range tub.
• Big White Village - Towering Pines is a centrally located new development, close to the base of the Bullet Express and the village centre.
• Big White ski resort location.
• Fun in the Snow!

 Rates & Availability

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Rates

All rates are quoted in Canadian dollars and are subject to GST. This tax is charged at 5%. Check the rates table for Special Offers.

Applicable Taxes	GST of 5.00% applies (taxes not included in the rates below)
Rates Calculation	Minimum night stay requirements are based on your arrival season only. Get a Price Estimate in Your Currency

Season	Start Date	End Date	# of Nights	Rate/nt	Comments
Happy New Year 2010!	Dec 27, 2009	Jan 2, 2010	3 + 5 + 7 + 10 +	$399.00 $379.00 $369.00 $359.00	SORRY WE'RE FULLY BOOKED!
January Jump	Jan 3, 2010	Jan 22, 2010	3 + 5 + 7 +	$229.00 $219.00 $209.00	GREAT RATES! BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!
Love Powder	Jan 23, 2010	Feb 12, 2010	3 + 5 + 7 + 10 +	$239.00 $229.00 $219.00 $209.00
LOVE Presidents week!	Feb 13, 2010	Feb 21, 2010	3 + 5 + 7 + 10 +	$309.00 $299.00 $249.00 $239.00	BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT! STAY LONGER - SAVE MORE!
Prime time	Feb 22, 2010	Mar 5, 2010	3 + 5 + 7 +	$229.00 $219.00 $209.00
Spring Break	Mar 6, 2010	Mar 14, 2010	5 + 7 + 10 +	$219.00 $209.00 $199.00	SORRY WE'RE FULLY BOOKED!
March Madness!	Mar 15, 2010	Mar 31, 2010	3 + 5 + 7 + 10 +	$229.00 $224.00 $219.00 $209.00	BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
Eas-ter End!	Apr 1, 2010	Apr 11, 2010	3 + 5 + 7 + 10 +	$189.00 $175.00 $169.00 $159.00	BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
Summer Fun!	Apr 12, 2010	Nov 18, 2010	21 +	$199.00
Early Birds 2010!	Nov 19, 2010	Dec 10, 2010	3 + 5 + 7 + 10 +	$169.00 $165.00 $159.00 $155.00	Book early and save now!
Pre-Christmas Crackers!	Dec 11, 2010	Dec 20, 2010	5 + 7 +	$219.00 $209.00	BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
Happy Christmas 2010!	Dec 21, 2010	Dec 27, 2010	5 + 7 +	$349.00 $339.00	BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!
Happy New Year 2011 !!	Dec 28, 2010	Jan 2, 2011	5 + 7 +	$379.00 $369.00	BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!
January Jump!	Jan 3, 2011	Jan 20, 2011	3 + 5 +	$239.00 $229.00
Love Powder!	Jan 21, 2011	Feb 11, 2011	7 + 10 +	$219.00 $209.00
Valentines in the Snow!!	Feb 12, 2011	Feb 18, 2011	3 + 5 + 7 + 10 +	$249.00 $239.00 $229.00 $219.00
Presidents Week	Feb 19, 2011	Feb 27, 2011	5 + 7 + 10 +	$299.00 $249.00 $239.00	BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

Payment Info

Policy	Amount Required	Due Date	Payment Accepted
Reservation Deposit	25% of total	Due at time of booking	Online CreditCard via this website
Balance of Payment	Full remainder	45 days prior to arrival
Damage Deposit	No damage deposit collected
Less than 45 days prior to arrival	Full payment	At time of booking

 Property Description

A two level, 1252 square feet townhome. Large South facing deck, with fantastic and panoramic mountain views and private hot tub. Ground floor entrance, front door to hallway, coat area, powder room, kitchen with granite work tops & breakfast bar, open to dining and living area with 'hand scraped' hardwood flooring. Access to deck via the dining area. Stairs up to hallway, enclosed washer drier, luxury master bedroom (large windows with fantastic views), ensuite and walk in closet, second bedroom and family bathroom.

Sleeping Areas & Beds

Master bedroom

Beautiful king size sleigh bed with dresser. Luxury ensuite bathroom. Large walk in closet. South facing room with large windows offering great mountain views

Sleeps	2
Beds	King
Has Ensuite Bathroom	Yes

Bedroom 2

Rustic log style queen size bed with twin bunk over. Combo TV & VCR. Window with partial mountain view. Just steps away you have full use of the upstairs bathroom.

Sleeps	3
Beds	Queen & Single combo bunk

Bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Master bathroom ensuite. Shower over bath. Heated slate floor.

Is Ensuite Bathroom	Yes
Includes	Bath, Shower, Vanity, Heated Floors, Hairdryer

Bathroom 2

Family bathroom adjacent to bedroom 2. Shower over bath. Heated slate floor.

Is Ensuite Bathroom	No
Includes	Bath, Shower, Vanity, Heated Floors, Hairdryer

Bathroom 3

Downstairs half bathroom. Toilet & wash basin. Heated slate floor.

Is Ensuite Bathroom	No
Includes	Vanity, Heated Floors

Kitchen

Beautiful antique pine cabinetry and slate floor, with brand new stainless steel appliances and gorgeous granite counter tops. Well equipped with all new utensils and china. The breakfast bar offers seating for 3, with arrow back high stools.

Coffee Maker	Included
Cooking/Eating Utensils	Included
Crock Pot	Included
Dishwasher	Included
Electric Mixer	Included
Fridge	Included
Kettle	Included
Microwave	Included
Oven	Included
Stove	Included
Toaster	Included

Living Area

We have a beautiful open living room with 'hand scraped' hardwood flooring, a large floor to ceiling glacier rock, gas fireplace and huge windows, offering a fantastic view of the Monashee mountains. This room is furnished for maximum comfort, with 2 luxury leather armchairs, a stylish wicker armchair, a 3 person sofa, coffee table, end table, lamps, fittings and more... Plus a TV, DVD player and surround sound stereo system.

Dining Area

The dining room is an open area which backs onto the living room. The dining table is a large 6ft solid wood table, custom made with distressed wood panels, comfortably seating 6/7 adults. The dining area adjoins the breakfast bar from the kitchen, which has additional stool seating for 3 people. All chairs and stools are produced in the same wood style & finish as the table. The dining area also provides access to the large private deck.

Special Features

Wonderful Canadian Ski cabin rustic style townhome with fantastic views. You will love the convenience of our great central location, just a few steps from the village centre and the happy valley gondola. Ski in and ski out, the Bullet express quad chairlift is within 50 metres of Towering Pines. You can prepare your own food in the comfort of your own home or simply stroll to the village and enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants, the choice is yours! Either way be sure to make good use of the private hot tub to help you relax and unwind after a hard day on the slopes!

Decor	New 2004, rustic style
Exposure	South facing
Fireplace	Floor to ceiling glacier rock
Views	Fantastic views

 Amenities

Private, heated tandem garage, private deck with hot tub, fantastic views! Nestled in a convenient central location just 2 minutes from the village centre and the restaurants and shops. We have private ski lockers at our property for your convenience.

Private Amenities

Baby/Infant Equipment	Available on request; travel cot, booster seat & bath seat.
Basic Food Staples	Basic spices (16)
Cable TV	Included
Deck	Large private, south facing deck with great views
Dining Area	Seats 6/7
DVD Player	Included
Fireplace	Glacier rock floor to ceiling, gas fire place
Fresh Linens	Complete set of kitchen, bath and bed linen for 5 guests
Games	Family board games
Grocery Provisioning	Available on request for an additonal charge
Guest Parking	Private heated tandem garage
Hairdryer	Included
Hot Tub	Private, with view seats 6
Hot Tub - Private	with view, seats 6
Internet - Free High Speed	Included
Iron and Ironing Board	Included
Laundry Facilities	Private in suite stacked washer drier
Living Area	Open plan, sofa and comfy leather chairs
Resort Information	Guest book in property
Safety Equipment	Dual CO/Smoke detector & fire extinguisher
Stereo	Included
Telephone	Included, for local calls only
TV-Cable	Included
VCR	There is a separate TV/VCR located in the second bedroom
Videos	A small selection is available

Services

There are a variety of services available at Big White! Please ask me about a service that you may be interested in and we will be happy to advise you on how they can be arranged or point you in the right direction.

Christmas Tree/Decorations	Your holiday home will be beautifully decorated for the season!
Grocery Delivery	We will be happy to arrange for a grocery package to be delivered to the property, ready for your arrival (please note there will be a charge for this service)

 Location & Map

Location

We have a superb central location, situated on Raven Ridge road. The village centre and the upper station of the happy valley gondola are just a few steps away. Our property is situated less than 50 metres from the base of the Bullet Express quad chairlift.

Access Time to Lifts

Less than 5 minutes walk

Ski in Ski out

Access Time to Shops & Restaurants

Less than 5 minutes walk

Access Time to Grocery Stores

Less than 5 minutes walk

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 Policies

Note: We do not charge a damage deposit at time of booking. However, by booking with us, you grant us authority to charge your credit card up to $250 for damage, lost items or late departure. You will be consulted before any such action.

Policy	Description	Content
Arrival Days	We accept arrivals on any day of the week!
Cancellations Made by Guests	Deposit payment non-refundable.	Balance payment is refundable, less 4% transaction fees, if booking is cancelled 60 days or greater in advance. Reservations cancelled 59 days or less in advance are refunded only if we replace your booking.
Check-In Time	4pm	please confirm earlier check in maybe available please confirm.
Check-Out Time	10am	You will be charged $35 if our cleaners arrive and you are still in the suite.
Complaints Concerning Property	Report all property complaints or obvious damage caused by previous Guests to us immediately, by phone and by email as they become evident. Serious problems should be reported with supporting photographs. We will make our best efforts to rectify problems within 24 hours of notification.	Failure to notify us of property-related problems while in the property and as they become evident, will forfeit any rights or claims against us regarding property condition after your departure.
Courtesy Hold Reservations	We do not hold reservations without payment	Payment is required for reservation confirmation
Delayed Arrivals	No refunds	We are not responsible for delayed arrivals
Delivery of Instructions and Access Information	Emailed when balance of payment is paid Later for last minute reservations
Excessive Noise	Please respect your neighbours, quiet after midnight.	Please note that the hot tub belonging to the unit above our property has a cycling program that may disturb some guests.
Garbage Removal	Garbage must be disposed at the waste disposal centre located on the Big White Road, 5-10 minutes drive from the resort	Due to a new bye law (07/08) garbage may no longer be put into outside skips
Graduation & Stag/ette Parties	We do not allow graduation, stag or stagette parties
Guest Account Termination	The Owner or their Contact reserve the right to request permanent Guest account inactivation from this web sites technical administrators in the event of one or more of the following Guest actions: intentional property policy violation causing material damage or fines, Guest misrepresentation and/or fraud, intentionally defacing or damaging public or private property, breaking laws and bylaws, theft, public indecency, harassment, causing bodily or emotional harm & disturbing the peace after repetitive warnings.	Guests will be notified by email of account termination. Guests may choose to appeal their account termination. Guests may be given the chance to reconcile with the Owner as a condition of preserving or reversing their account status. Account termination prevents the Guest from booking this or any other property that uses the same web site
Guest Stay Contract	We require a signed & dated copy of the guest stay contract
Housekeeping	Includes clean on arrival and cleaned after departure; cleaned on the 5th day if staying 9 days or more	Additional cleaning maybe scheduled at the guests request and expense
Ineligible Guests & Refusal of Business: 48-Hour Reservation Cancellation	The Owner or their Contact reserves the right to cancel reservations made by, and refuse business to: Guests who do not meet the policies published in this property's Policies Table at the time of booking and past Guests known to have : intentionally violated rental property policies, damaged and/or defaced rental properties through intentionally destructive and/or negligent behavior, engaged in theft, broken local bylaws and laws, committed fraud or who misrepresented themselves, and Guests who have caused bodily or emotional harm to any third parties. Reservations may be cancelled up to a maximum of 48 hours from the time the ineligible Guest made the booking.	Guests will be issued a refund by personal cheque. Refunds will be adjusted for any payment processing expenses
Late Reservation Payments	Failure to pay by due dates will result in automatic cancellation	Guest can rebook dates if they are available; deposit will not be recharged
Liability	We are not responsible for any bodily harm to guests, guests of guests whilst they are on our property or at any other location whilst in the Big White resort
Long Term Stays	Only at nightly rate
Maintenance Emergencies	24 hour pager service	Complete emergency contacts provided for booked guests
Maximum Sleeping Capacity	5 people overnight	Excess number of occupants will result in eviction
Minimum Age Requirement	There is no minimum age requirement
Missing Items	Guests authorize a credit card charge for any missing items.
My Web Site Guarantee	We guarantee that we will honour all rates posted on our website at the time that your reservation request is submitted
Noise Restrictions	Excessive noise from the hot tub is not permitted after 11pm. Occupants maybe evicted subsequent to noise complaints & will be charged for damages resulting from the noise complaints.	The out door hot tub area can be used after 11pm, but please engage only in quiet conversation after 11pm out of respect for our neighbouring families.
Pets	No pets	Absolutely no pets
Policy Updates	Policies are subject to change without notice.
Privacy	The Owner, their booking Contact and this web sites technical administrators agree to not sell, refer, rent or divulge to any third parties the names or personal information of their Guests without prior written consent from the Guests, except under force of law, or for law enforcement purposes relating to policy and property violation. The Owner and their booking Contact also agree to not use Guest personal information for any reason other than its original intended purpose without written consent from the Guests.	Guests agree to not sell, refer, rent or divulge to any third parties the names or personal information of the Owner or their booking Contact without prior written consent from the Owner and/or Contact, except under force of law or for law enforcement purposes. Guests also agree to not use Owner or Contact personal information for any reason other than its original intended purpose without written consent from the Owners and their Contact.
Property Damage	Guest assumes all financial responsibility for property damage incured by tenants or guests & authorizes up to a $500 CAD charge on their card upon departure in the event of property damage	By accepting our guest stay contract with online payment you agree to pay us for all damages that you incur. Damage includes, but is not restricted to: noise complaints, common or private property damage, excessive cleaning charges,lost or broken or missing common or private property items,smoking inside the property, pets inside the property and all charges relating to security company or police involvement regarding property occupant's behavior while in the property or on common premises.
Reservation Changes	Reservations maybe changed in compliance with our cancellation policy	You may lengthen you stay if reservation availability permits. If you would like to shorten your reservation, please note that your deposit calculated on the original amount is non-refundable, if you have already paid the balance, then the balance is similarly non-refundable. If you have not paid the balance then it will be readjusted to reflect your shortened stay
Reservation Guarantee	Property sale/damage we will relocate you to another property	If we fail to successfully relocate you we will fully refund the remainder of your stay. Travel insurance is recommended to protect you against any unexpected events involving your lodging, flights or vacation related products
Resort Information	Guest book in property
Ski & Snowboard Gear Storage	There are 2 lockers opposite our front door for ski & snowboard gear. Plus a ski rack located at the main entrance/exit to the village centre
Smoking	No smoking	Absolutely no smoking
Terms of Eviction	2 complaints will result in eviction by security service	Will be evicted for excessive noise, common and private property damage and disturbing the peace.

 Local Tips

Don't Forget!

Fill up your gas tank before you get to Big White

There is a small grocery store in Big White village but we recommend stocking up on all of your goodies before you get here. Kelowna has a wide range of supemarkets and general stores. If you have children and would like to utilise the Big White kids centre we recommend that you book early. We have found that for the busy periods (Xmas, New Year, Presidents week, Spring break) this amenity gets booked up very quickly. Contact number is: 250 765 3101 ex: 233 or 255

 About Us

We moved to Vancouver from the UK in April 1999 and were determined to make the most of the ski opportunities in B.C. (after all, we only had hills and rain in England!). We first visited Big White in February 2003, with our 3 boys and my sister & her husband and we had a fantastic time! We always wondered what people meant, when they spoke of skiing on perfect powder and now we know, the skiing was just great. Relaxing in the hot tub afterwards with our family, while watching the snowflakes fall was lovely. We all said at the time; 'wouldn't it be great if we had our own place at Big White'. We never really believed of course that it would happen, but here we are now in the very fortunate position of having our very own property. We hope that you will enjoy your experience at Towering Pines and Big White as much as we do..... Happy holidays and good luck on the slopes.