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Winter at Its Best | Spa + GameRm | Built for Time Together!

Family-friendly vacation home in Cle Elum with a hot tub

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Consider a stay at Winter at Its Best | Spa + GameRm | Built for Time Together! and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a firepit, and an arcade/game room. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling at this vacation home. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Winter at Its Best | Spa + GameRm | Built for Time Together!

MORE TIME TOGETHER
Arrival Time - 1:00 PM
Departure Time - 1:00 PM

More time to settle in, unwind, and enjoy your last morning together.

Hosted by a family‑owned hospitality team with over 14 years of experience creating curated stays designed for deeper connection and unhurried experiences.

WELCOME TO TIPPLE HILL RETREAT ON HOLE 15 OF ROPE RIDER
A scenic getaway crafted for connection, Tipple Hill Retreat blends timeless mountain design with the natural beauty of Suncadia’s Rope Rider Golf Course. Overlooking the green on Hole 15, this inviting home offers generous gathering spaces, a gourmet kitchen, a heated game room, and serene outdoor living designed for slow mornings and memorable evenings. Whether you’re hosting family, reconnecting with friends, or exploring the resort, Tipple Hill Retreat delivers comfort, convenience, and the signature VR 365 hospitality experience.

TIPPLE HILL RETREAT OVERVIEW
• 5 Bedrooms • 4 Bathrooms
• 3,000 sq ft • Max Occupancy: 18 Day / 18 Night
• Bed Summary: 1 King • 3 Queens • 8 Twins
• Key Features: Golf Course Lot • Hot Tub • Heated Game Room • Pet-Friendly (2 Dogs) • AC • High-Speed WiFi • Walk to Dawson Park

GOLF COURSE LIVING ON ROPE RIDER
• Prime location on Hole 15 of Rope Rider Golf Course
• Peaceful greenscape views from the patio and upper-level rooms
• Ideal for morning coffee, sunset gatherings, and stargazing
• Easy access to Suncadia’s trail system, parks, and resort amenities

OUTDOOR LIVING
• Private hot tub with serene golf course views
• Outdoor gas fire pit for year-round gatherings
• Gas BBQ grill for easy outdoor meals
• Premium lounge seating overlooking the green
• Covered patio for four-season comfort

ENTERTAINMENT & GAME SPACES
HEATED GAME ROOM – FUN FOR EVERYONE
• Ping Pong
• Air Hockey
• Foosball
• 50" Smart TV
• Two adult bikes
• Giant Connect Four
• Heated for comfortable winter use

INSIDE THE HOME
• 4 Smart TVs
• Free high-speed WiFi
• Spacious great room designed for gathering and unwinding

CHEF’S KITCHEN & DINING EXPERIENCE
• Granite countertops + stainless appliances
• Gas cooktop and full culinary setup
• Dining table with generous seating
• Island seating for casual meals and conversation
• Open layout ideal for hosting

BEDROOMS & SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
(All rooms include premium linens and plush bedding.)

MAIN LEVEL
• Bedroom 1: Queen Bed + Twin/Twin Bunk • En Suite Bathroom • Sleeps 4
• Bedroom 2: Queen Bed • Adjacent full bathroom

SECOND LEVEL
• Bedroom 3: King Bed • En Suite Bathroom
• Bedroom 4: Queen Bed + Twin/Twin Bunk • Sleeps 4
• Bedroom 5: Six Twin Beds • Sleeps 6

TRAVELING WITH KIDS & PETS
• Pack ’n Play + highchair
• Toys and kid-friendly games
• Expansive outdoor space for play
• Pet-Friendly: 2 dogs max

SEASONAL NOTES
• AWD/4WD recommended during winter months
• Outdoor furniture and games may vary seasonally
• During winter months, the outdoor gas fire pit may not be available for use due to snow accumulation
• Sledding and snow play available throughout Suncadia

WALKABLE + LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS
• Dawson Park ( ½ mile): fenced dog park, tennis, pickleball, basketball, disc golf, playground
• Miles of paved and forest trails
• Near Roslyn shops, breweries, cafés, and local markets
• Swiftwater Cellars winery & restaurant
• River viewpoints and nature paths throughout the resort

TOP THINGS TO DO — SUNCADIA, CLE ELUM & ROSLYN
• 36 Holes of Championship Golf — Rope Rider & Prospector
• Glade Spring Spa
• Mountain biking (Suncadia, Roslyn, Rat Pac Trail)
• River rafting on the Yakima River
• Horseback riding with Happy Trails or Three Peaks Outfitters
• Swimming, boating & jet skiing on Lake Cle Elum
• Cooper Lake swimming and hiking
• Sledding / Tubing Hill (winter)
• Summer concerts at Swiftwater Cellars Amphitheater
• Roslyn Farmers Market (summer Sundays)

POLICIES & ESSENTIALS
• Parking for 5 vehicles max
• No RVs, trailers, or street parking (Suncadia-enforced)
• Pet Fees: $50/night per dog + $500 refundable pet deposit (2 dogs max)
• Minimum age to book: 28
• Suncadia Quiet Hours: 10pm–7am
• Signed VR 365 Rental Agreement required
• Refundable Security Deposit required
• Exterior security cameras onsite
• No access to the Suncadia Swim & Fitness Center or Nelson Farm Pool (resort restriction)

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Cle Elum, this vacation home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yakima River Wildlife Area and Teanaway Valley Wildlife Area, while Carpenter Museum and Telephone Museum are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding.
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Cle Elum, WA

What's nearby

  • Swiftwater Cellars - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Coal Miners Memorial - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Roslyn Cemetery - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Roslyn Museum - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Central Washington University - 34 min drive - 54.0 km

Getting around

  • Yakima, WA (YKM-Yakima Air Terminal - McAllister Field) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Source - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gravity Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Winter at Its Best | Spa + GameRm | Built for Time Together! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Winter at Its Best | Spa + GameRm | Built for Time Together!?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winter at Its Best | Spa + GameRm | Built for Time Together!?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Winter at Its Best | Spa + GameRm | Built for Time Together! located?

This family-friendly Cle Elum vacation home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Roslyn Cemetery, Coal Miners Memorial, and Swiftwater Cellars. Roslyn Museum is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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Winter at Its Best | Spa + GameRm | Built for Time Together! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great house for a medium sized group with plenty of in-home activities. We loved the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, well stocked, exactly as pictured. Very comfortable beds. Easy check-in and communicative hosts. As convenient as anywhere in Suncadia (which can be a mixed bag since it’s a bit disconnected from other shops/services) but you know that is what you are signing up for when you go there. If time at Suncadia is what you want, this is a great choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our 4 families

Large, beautiful house! Very clean. We lucked out with snow and did lots of great sledding.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeesa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location!

Wonderful property! Right by the golf course. Beautiful house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect open concept for a large group

We had a party of 12 friends and the house had great spaces for gathering in the kitchen/living room/ outdoors for our large group. It was a beautiful location and fun to be right off the golf course.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tod J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house!

The house was great! Fully stocked kitchen, cool games to play in the garage. We do not have any complaints and we would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience

There were 5 families who went on this trip. Kids enjoyed their time in the garage/play room and outside (snowed a lot), adults enjoyed hot tubs and fire pit. House was very clean as well. For future visitors, there was no cooking oil.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Large Group

This property was perfect for our large mom/daughter group trip. Plenty of beds for everyone and the bunk room was perfect for the kids. The girls loved playing in the game room. Everything was clean and exactly as listed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anastasia G.

Comrotable stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful and well appointed property. Everything in the home is well maintained and well kept. Really enjoyed the cozy fireplace and well appointed kitchen. Thank you for welcoming us into your home!
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10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Beautiful vacation home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay was lovely - gorgeous home and amenities. James provided excellent service!
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clean and quiet place to take a break.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GOLF OUTING

8 65 yr olds stayed in the house for a 3 day golf fest. House was great, well stocked with all amenities for sleeping and eating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Barry E.

Wonderful Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fantastic home with tons of space and the golf courses in your backyard! Would come here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Latreash D.

Family Christmas

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Enjoyed the holidays at Tipple Hill Retreat. Great home for a family gathering.

10/10 Excellent

Trevor J., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tipple Hill Retreat

We had a family retreat in Suncadia. All 3 generations thoroughly enjoyed the house and its amenities. The pictures and descriptions on VRBO accurately depict the home. The location on the 15th hole of Rope Rider was perfect. The house was spacious and clean. Highly recommend this property and would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fun time by all

We had 14 in our family group. We were celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary together as a family. The home allowed us plenty of space together. The kitchen was well stocked so we could make delicious meals. The surrounding area was a great playground for hiking, tennis, swimming at Lake Easton and mountain biking. We so enjoyed the use of this great property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anju L.

Memorable stay in Cle Elum

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an awesome experience with vacation rental! They were extremely communicative and helpful with assistance, as well as enthusiastic in their responses. The property was really well kept, clean, and beautiful. Our group had an excellent time here.

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

The home was beautiful! We had everything we needed and it was a comfortable home in a beautiful setting. Two items to note: The towel rack in the bedroom downstairs kept falling. We would have loved some full length mirrors! Otherwise, everything was perfect! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

Lovely home on the golf course had plenty of space for all 18 of us to sleep. Family dinners were fun with plenty of seating and plenty of dishes and cookware. The hot tub and game room were especially enjoyed. The location was ideal. The wasps were pesky and the oven seemed to not heat at the desired temperature. But we overcame and had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Home

House had a variety of bedroom situations. Great for several families staying together. Kitchen very well maintained. Game room was a huge hit for the kids. Did have trouble with Internet/wifi connections as it would come and go. The hot tub was great but it was hard to walk to in the dark. We may have missed the light switches for outside. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Garland H.

Suncadia vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at the rental. There was plenty of room for the entire extended family and a great location. The house needs a few more glasses other than the kids plastic glasses and should provide more trash bags and toilet paper. I don't think it was enough for an entire week of 12 people. It definitely isn't enough if we had 18. Overall we had a great time and the management company was very attentive when the wi-fi went out.
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8/10 Good

Dibs M.

Great place for Multi-Generational Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had guests spanning 3 generations and we all had a great time. The property was clean and well-maintained, had everything which was described and had lot of activity options in and around the property. Few things which were a little underwhelming for us and can be improved (1) Lot of policies were very restrictive and had fines listed all around the house (2) Kitchen could have been more well stocked considering the property is marketed for a maximum of 18 guests (3) There were lot of bunk beds for kids which are not suitable for aged guests. The property should be listed with info on maximum adults and maximum children (not just maximum guests of 18 (4) Only 1 bed was king size and also was not the most sturdiest of beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gia-Hy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay with Fun Amenities

Me and a group of 14 guys booked this stay for my bachelor's and we had an amazing time. It's right next to several golf courses and the nearby sports courts were great. The stay had everything we needed and some more, like a hot tub and game room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The House and property were excellent! My only gripe is that there was no big pot for making pasta. So a very small gripe, indeed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, great location

Check in was easy and the place was just as described. Such a great place for a family get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021