For many of you reading this, your family may be regulars on the slopes. However, you might be interested in new idea on a place to consider when booking your next trip.
Snowshoe,
WVa is just over three hours from Roanoke, VA. In the car, that equals to about
two “shows” according to our 5 year old daughter Charlotte.
As
a little girl our family grew up skiing with my parents out west, and ski
school was just part of what you did. This is where you learned “Pizza” for stopping
and “French Fries” for going.
To
this day, I can remember the mini white chocolate candy bars given to us as we
would go up the ski lift. I also remember the time I failed to get off the ski
lift with my Dad. I think I had to ride back down the entire thing alone…not
awesome.
My little sister, Kristin and me at Snowmass in Aspen, CO on a family trip.
When
we decided to plan our trip this year, we knew my Dad (who will be turning 70
this year) had to be a part of the planning. For the last 10 years or so, he
and his buddies would go out to Big Sky, Montana for a week’s trip. Dad could
not wait to go with us and ski with his 5 year old granddaughter, Charlotte.
As
a Mom, one of the biggest challenges when planning a trip like this was finding
the “right” place to stay. Before Stephen and I had kids, most places we stayed
weren’t exactly the nicest, and often times there will be a lingering smell of mildew
and sweat from the snow sport. Again, this was well before kids, and we really didn’t
care!
When
we found Soaring Eagle 102, we knew it was going to be perfect for our family
and here is why…
This
2 bedroom - 2 bathroom condo is located at The Top of The World at Snowshoe…which
is well…at the very top of the Snowshoe Mountain.
When
researching, we realized that the condo was conveniently located on the first
floor of the building, and it came with all the amenities you would like to
have in a weekend getaway space without even having to think about skiing. Especially
when taking children, you have to consider that you might end up spending more
time inside that you might think. Of course, these are things we Mom’s think
about.
Being
on the first floor, it was so nice to be close to things like the heated covered
parking garage, locker room for gear storage, rental and retail shops, trash
disposal area, the on-site restaurant, three outdoor hot tubs, a gym, sauna,
treatment room for massages and the Soaring Eagle Hearth Room and Bar.
Y’all, the Soaring Eagle Hearth Room and Bar was BEAUTIFUL!
All you needed was a good book, a blanket and a hot cup of tea to chill in this
space. I immediately imagined how beautiful a small, intimate wedding there
would be.
Charlotte checking out the view inside the Soaring Eagle Hearth Room.
Other
things that I found especially impressive about the Soaring Ridge 102 condo were
the spacious kitchen and dining area. There was plenty of room for all of us to
sprawl out. I loved how the kitchen was open, updated and there
wasn’t anything they didn’t already have there! IT WAS CLEAN and overall just incredibly
well kept.
Spacious kitchen area
The spacious living/dining area with the fireplace and large TV.
It was also magical to have the gas log fireplace
to use when we wanted! Oh and of course a washer and dryer is ALWAYS a crucial
tool. Can I get an AMEN!?
The
bedrooms each had separate bathrooms and are located on the opposite sides of
the condo. Another thing awesome thing to point out was that the rooms had
blackout shades…so important for when nap time rolls around. Then another thing
we never had to worry about noise in this building!
Master Bedroom
Mater Bathroom that included a shower and large tub.
Then
we move on to quite possibly the best part…
Yall…the
view was breathtaking. It was the most incredible view I have ever seen in all
of my visits to Snowshoe. The back balcony sits directly in front of the Soaring
Eagle ski lift, and it was so cool to see everyone coming down the lift
throughout the weekend!
Soaring Ridge ski lift just off the balcony.
Beautiful sunrise
Again...so beautiful!
It was so beautiful to see the sun come up and go
down each day. I loved catching up with my Dad who I haven’t seen in months.
Watching our daughter in ski school - doing her thing is a moment that makes me
smile. Enjoying the beautiful surroundings that our God has given to us was such a gift. Personally, I think bouncing around to the different outdoor hot tubs
with the family WHILE it was snowing might have been my favorite moments in the
entire weekend.
Charlotte and I enjoying the hot tub while it was snowing!
Charlotte ready to get after it!
BuckDawg (Dad), me and Stephen on the ski lift.
Charlotte and Daddy off to Ski School (it's so worth it!)
Last night after supper.
Kids
or no kids ...skiing or not, I believe most of us can appreciate these qualities of
this beautiful condo when considering a weekend get-away. The owners were lovely to work with and would love for you to check out this property during your next visit to Snowshoe. If booked, mention that you read this review and you'll receive 10% OFF your stay!
Follow this link to check out the full property listing:
xoxo,
Saralyn
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