Welcome to Gold Pan Chalet 🌲
A custom Panabode craftsman cabin in the forest outside Fairplay, with a private hot tub, a heated garage game room, and a fully fenced dog yard.
Mornings by the wood-burning stove under the 26-foot ceiling, evenings in the hot tub after a game of pool, and your dogs are welcome to come along.
We would be honored to welcome you.

🧹 $0 cleaning fees. We cover all housekeeping costs.
🐾 $0 pet fees. 1–2 dogs free.
🏡 A custom Panabode craftsman log home with a 26-foot vaulted great room and exposed timber beams.
📍 A private wooded setting outside Fairplay, reached by a flat, well-maintained road, with forest on every side.
🛏️ Four bedrooms with three kings and a queen-over-queen bunk, for up to 10 guests.
🛁 Three full bathrooms, including a main-floor primary ensuite with a walk-in shower and a bidet.
🔥 Wood-burning stove in the great room with firewood provided, plus a gas fireplace in the lower-level rec room.
🍳 Fully renovated kitchen with stainless appliances and a large dining table for family meals and game nights.
♨️ Private hot tub on the wraparound deck, surrounded by aspens and evergreens.
🎱 Heated garage game room with a pool table that converts to ping pong, a TV, and lounge seating, plus three stand-up arcade games in the rec room.
🐕 Fully fenced yard about five feet tall, with a doggy door for your four-legged family members.
🌙 Wraparound deck with a grill, a fire pit, and outdoor games like cornhole.
📚 Loft reading nook overlooking the great room, and a record player with classic vinyl.
📶 Starlink high-speed internet, an EV charger, and ski and gear storage.
👨‍🍳 Private chef experiences available on request.

The Top 3 Reasons to Reserve Gold Pan Chalet for Your Next Vacation

#1 The Colorado Cabin You Have Always Imagined
Gold Pan Chalet is a true Colorado log home, tucked into aspens and evergreens outside Fairplay with forest all around and an easy, flat road to the door. Warm timber, a soaring great room, and a wood-burning stove set the tone, and Breckenridge's skiing and dining are an easy drive over Hoosier Pass.
Mornings start with fresh coffee by the wood stove and the forest glowing through the tall windows. Afternoons are for the trails, a day on the slopes, or cornhole on the deck while the dogs patrol the fenced yard. Evenings end with a game of pool in the heated garage, an arcade rematch in the rec room, and a long soak in the private hot tub under the stars. Most of our guests arrive for the cabin and never want to leave it.
Whether you are planning a family ski trip, a weekend with friends, or a getaway with the dogs along, Gold Pan Chalet was designed to bring people together and create memories that last a lifetime. We would be honored to welcome you.

#2 Hosting from the Heart Five-Star Hospitality
Hosted by Hosting from the Heart, ranked #1 in Colorado by Airbnb for Guest Satisfaction and the #1 Property Manager in the US by Comparent (2026). Our dedicated hospitality team supports every stay from the moment you book until long after you have returned home.
🤝 Guest Experience Manager providing personalized concierge service and vacation planning.
🔍 Director of Hospitality personally inspecting the home before every arrival.
💬 Guest Communication Specialists providing prompt, attentive support throughout your stay.
🔧 In-House Maintenance Team ensuring every system performs flawlessly for complete peace of mind.
🧺 Professional Housekeeping and Quality Inspection Teams meticulously preparing the home before each arrival.
We believe true luxury extends far beyond the home itself. It is found in the care, attention, and genuine hospitality that surround your stay.

#3 A Luxurious Home Away From Home Experience
Most rentals hand you a key. We welcome you like a houseguest. Every Hosting from the Heart home arrives with 276 thoughtful amenities already in place, so the only thing you unpack is yourself.
☕ Coffee three ways: Keurig, French press, and a full pot, with fresh whole beans, a grinder, K-Cups, filters, premium teas, creamers, sugar, and a choice of sweeteners.
🧂 A fully stocked pantry: full spice rack, salt and pepper grinders, olive oil, vinegar, cooking spray, butter, peanut butter, jelly, ketchup, mustard, mayo, and hot sauce, plus foil, cling wrap, and zip bags for leftovers.
🧴 Unlimited household essentials: paper towels, toilet paper, tissues, dish soap, dishwasher pods, laundry detergent, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion. Four spare rolls under every sink, because some things you should never have to think about on vacation.
🛏️ Plush pillow-top beds, modal sateen sheets, crisp duvets, and spare pillows and blankets in the closets.
🛁 Plush bath towels and washcloths for every guest, plus a dedicated set of hot tub towels so your bath towel stays warm and dry. Hair dryer, cotton swabs, and cotton rounds in every bathroom.
💧 A humidifier in every bedroom for the dry mountain air, portable fans for summer afternoons, and backup heaters for the coldest nights.
🍿 An old-fashioned popcorn maker with kernels and seasoning for movie night, and throat lozenges for the altitude.
🧰 Our Just in Case kits: a tool box with batteries, a lighter, and a screwdriver, and a stocked med kit with pain reliever, allergy relief, bandages, and antibiotic ointment for the altitude headache nobody plans for.
👶 Pack 'n Play, highchair, baby gate, and child-friendly dinnerware for the littlest guests.
🐾 Treats, bowls, a lint roller, and pet spray for the dog, because the whole family is invited.
And whatever we have not thought of? Just ask. A favorite board game, a specialty ingredient, a stock pot big enough for the whole family. Tell us before you arrive and it will be waiting for you.
This is what we mean by a luxurious home away from home.

Sleeping Arrangements - 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
🛏️ Primary King Suite (main floor): pillow-top king, premium linens, a Roku TV, and an ensuite bath with a walk-in shower and a bidet.
🛏️ Upper King Bedroom: pillow-top king with forest views, near the upper full bath.
🛏️ Upper Bunk Room: a queen-over-queen bunk, perfect for kids and teens, near the upper full bath.
🛏️ Lower King Bedroom: pillow-top king beside the rec room, near the lower full bath.
🛋️ Maximum occupancy is 10 guests.
👶 Please bring your own crib bedding for the Pack 'n Play.

Bathrooms - 3 Total
🚿 Main floor: the primary ensuite with a walk-in shower and a bidet.
🛁 Upper and lower levels: a full bathroom on each, both with a tub and shower.
🧼 Every bathroom stocked with plush towels, a hair dryer, and premium bath essentials.

Nearby Attractions
🏘️ The historic mining town of Fairplay, with local shops, cafes, and gold rush history.
⛷️ Breckenridge Ski Resort and Main Street, an easy drive north over Hoosier Pass.
🥾 Forest trails right from the property and hiking throughout the Mosquito Range.
🎣 Fly fishing on the South Platte River and the reservoirs of South Park.
🚙 Park County's four-wheel drive roads, with snowmobile and ATV tours in season.
🛶 Whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River in Buena Vista.
✈️ Denver International Airport about two and a quarter hours in good conditions.

Hosting from the Heart Guest Excellence Guarantee
Your comfort, confidence, and peace of mind are at the heart of everything we do.
We promise an exceptional five-star experience from arrival to departure.
Our Promise to Every Guest
✅ Impeccably cleaned, professionally inspected, and beautifully prepared before every arrival.
✅ Premium amenities and welcoming touches throughout the home.
✅ Prompt, professional support whenever you need us.
✅ If an issue arises during your stay, our local team will respond immediately to make it right.
✅ If we are unable to resolve a qualifying issue with the home itself, we will provide a 100% refund for the affected portion of your stay.
Book with complete confidence knowing your vacation is supported by one of the highest-rated hospitality teams in the country.

Things to Know
A few things we would like you to know before you arrive, so your stay is as comfortable as possible.
🌡️ Colorado mountain homes are not typically equipped with central air conditioning. Thanks to the cool alpine climate, summer evenings generally range between 45° and 55°F. Opening the windows allows fresh mountain air to naturally cool the home, and ceiling and portable fans are provided for added comfort.
🏔️ Gold Pan Chalet sits at about 10,000 feet. We recommend taking your first day gently and drinking plenty of water while you adjust to the altitude.
🦌 Deer, foxes, and the occasional moose wander nearby. Please enjoy them from a distance and keep dogs close.
🚙 Four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is required from October through May.
📋 Our House Rules, including the 28+ booking age, holiday check-in dates, and quiet hours, are listed below.

From your first impression to your final morning, our goal is simple: an extraordinary mountain experience where every detail has been considered, every expectation is exceeded, and Gold Pan Chalet truly feels like your home away from home.

Thank you for considering Gold Pan Chalet for your next mountain getaway.