Some excerpts from the website of Three Valley Lake Chateau that might be useful
The Cave is the most popular
suite at Three Valley Lake Chateau. The walls, floor, ceiling, fireplace,
bathtub, basin were constructed entirely out of rock. The unique
bedroom has a small bench window with
garden view and an electric fireplace. The
bathroom has a combination
tub and
shower that also features a hot/cold waterfall that trickles down over the rocks and into the
tub. This exceptionally private and intimate hideaway is located on the ground floor. The Eagles Nest. The Eagles Nest is a twolevel
suite located on the top 6th and 7th floors of the Three Valley Lake Chateau. The view is simply spectacular, with windows facing in all four directions from one of the highest vantage points on the property. This beautiful loft-style
room has a king-sized bed, mini-
kitchen/
living room, and a spacious
bathroom with a large air
tub. A spiral staircase leads to a sitting area on the upper floor. Furnished with lovely antiques, rich colours and a beautifully carved king-sized bed, this romantic days gone by is a honeymoon favourite. The spacious
bathroom features a large air
tub. From the
balcony, relax and enjoy a spectacular view of the Bell
Gardens and Lake of Three Valleys. All of the above
suites are one-of-a-kind
rooms, so if you wish to reserve any of them you should do so as soon as possible. Also, because of the popularity of these
rooms, reservations for these
rooms must be guaranteed by credit card, and we require 14 days notice to cancel. All of the
rooms at Three Valley Lake Chateau are
non-smoking
We take great pleasure in welcoming you to the Three Valley Lake Chateau Ltd. Nestled in the Monashee Mountains, our 200 spacious
rooms and
suites each feature a private
balcony or a
patio and a superb view of the Bell
Gardens and Lake of Three Valleys. While our
standard rooms have 2 queen beds, we also offer loft
rooms,
family suites, specialty
rooms, and our most popular honeymoon
suites; the Cave the Eagle's Nest and
Room 400.
200 Guest Rooms - all
non-smoking.
Family Suites, loft
rooms, honeymoon
suites. Cafeteria - self serve light fare, homemade soups. Monashee
Family Dining Room - great food, reasonable prices, friendly staff and superb views.
Meeting and
Banquet facilities. Souvenir and Gift
Shop. Heated indoor
pool whirlpool. Lake and sandy beach. Children's play area. Outdoor and indoor
gardens. Free high-speed
wireless internet. Bring your own equipment for water
skiing, sailing, fishing, swimming and wind surfing on 3 Valley Lake. Within a 20 minute drive is an 17 hole
golf course, numerous hiking trails, and shopping.
Why spend your vacation in the Canadian Rocky Mountains? Because it is a majestic region that offers a wide array of recreational activities, cultural opportunities, awe-inspiring vistas and close encounters with nature and wildlife. The Rocky Mountains are an expansive region full of mountain peaks, glaciers, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, canyons and limestone caves.The forests of Douglas fir, trembling Aspen, lodgepole pine, white spruce, balsam poplar and shrub meadows climb up to the towering rocky, snow covered peaks. Flowing rivers, streams, lakes and rushing waterfalls along with the flowers, animals and birds bring the area to life and create a dynamic and stunning landscape never to be forgotten. UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Canadian Rocky Mountains have been named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) seeks to encourage the identification, protection and preservation of cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity. The site consists of the contiguous national parks of Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Yoho, as well as the Mount Robson, Mount Assiniboine and Hamber provincial parks.The Burgess Shale fossil site, well known for its fossil remains of soft-bodied marine animals, is also found here. This region is home to grizzly and black bears, caribou, elk, moose, deer, wolves, wolverines, lynx, red foxes, mountain lions, coyotes, mountain goats and bighorn sheep. Smaller animals include minks, otters, weasels, chipmunks, porcupines, hoary marmots, a wide variety of squirrels, snowshoe hares, pika (a tiny grey animal related to the rabbit family) and voles. There are also many birds including white-tailed ptarmigans and bald eagles. The best wildlife viewing times are from March to June and September to November, and in early morning and at twilight. In summer the area is superb for hiking, river rafting, horseback riding, mountain biking, mountaineering, heli-
tours, wildlife viewing,
jet-boating, golfing, fishing, caving and camping. In winter no other place surpasses the
skiing, cross-country
skiing,
snowboarding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, heli-
skiing, ice climbing and sledding found here. The towns in the area are also home to many cultural events and activities, dining,
conference,
meeting and
wedding facilities. The main towns in the area are Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise, Golden, Revelstoke, Invermere, Field, Radium Hot Springs and Jasper. Mt. Revelstoke National Park. Yoho National Park Located on the western slopes of the Rockies, Yoho is a Cree expression for awe and wonder.Yoho is home to incredible waterfalls, soaring peaks and the fossils of the Burgess Shale.The village of Field is the main visitor
centre in the park. The Burgess Shale is the home to the remains of more than 120 species of marine animals from 515 millions years ago.They were discovered in 1909 and have expanded scientific understanding of the evolution of animal life.The Field and Lake Louise Visitor
Centres have Burgess Shale displays.Access to the actual site is by guided hike only.For guided hike information contact the Yoho Burgess Shale Foundation, 1-800-343-3006. Kootenay National Park Also on the western slopes of the Rockies, Kootenay ranges from the glacier covered peaks of the Continental Divide to the semi-arid grasslands of the Rocky Mountain Trench where cactus grows. The village of Radium Hot Springs is the main visitor
centre in the park. Bubbling hot springs dot the landscape and offer visitors relaxation in naturally heated mineral spring
pools in spectacular mountain settings. Upper Hot Springs Banff National Park. Radium Hot Springs Kootenay National Park. Miette Hot Springs Jasper National Park
Lake Louise and its namesake village became part of Banff National Park in 1902 when Banff was expanded. The lake was named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, fourth daughter of Queen Victoria. Previously it had been called Emerald Lake for its colour and Lake of Little Fishes or Horunnumnay by the Stoney First Nations. The lake and its backdrop, the Victoria Glacier at the foot of snowcapped Mount Victoria, is the most photographed scene in the Canadian Rockies. Village of Lake Louise. West of the town of Banff 57 km/35 miles, the village of Lake Louise is a little ways off the beaten track of the Trans Canada highway. It is smaller and quieter than Banff but has many amenities, including a medical clinic, RCMP detachment, postal
outlet and
shops. There are several good hotels with
restaurants and spas. Five km/3 miles from the village, emerald green Lake Louise is surrounded by mountains, glaciers, trees and the stately Chateau Lake Louise. The Chateau is a very large luxury hotel with
restaurants, 20
shops and a boat dock which rents canoes. Walkers will find trails leading around the lake towards the Beehives or Lake Agnes. More ambitious hikers can go beyond the lake up to the Plain of Six Glaciers for a round
trip of five hours. For those who enjoy a cup of
tea, there are teahouses located at Lake Agnes and the Plain of Six Glaciers. The promenade in front of the hotel can get very crowded in summer so visit in the early morning or evening to avoid the congestion. The Lake Louise area is an all season playground. In winter there is
skiing at Lake Louise
ski area, snowshoeing, dog sledding, snowmobiling, heli-
skiing, ice climbing; and during the rest of the year there is hiking, mountaineering, heli-
tours, wildlife viewing, boating, horseback riding, caving and white water rafting. Just to mention a few. From June through August the gondola is open to take people up into the mountains for sightseeing and hiking. Moraine Lake, 15 km/9 miles from village, is nestled in the Valley of the Ten Peaks and you might recognize the scene from the back of the old twenty dollar bill. There are canoes for rent or hiking trails to many other lakes from here. Herbert Lake, 5 km/3 miles from village on the Icefields Parkway, is an excellent place for photography and picnics. Lake Louise is approximately 250 km/155 miles east of Three Valley Gap.
The town of Revelstoke is located between the Selkirk and Monashee Mountains, and offers visitors quaint boutiques, casual
coffee bars and a wide selection of
restaurants. All are within easy walking distance of this charming alpine village. Revelstoke offers many activities for tourists. Besides being located in an all-season mountain playground and being the western gateway to the Rocky Mountains, Revelstoke has many cultural and historical attractions. Outdoor activities include hiking, mountain biking, fishing, caving, heli-hiking, white water rafting, horseback riding and canoeing in summer. Revelstoke also has an 18-hole riverside
golf course. In winter there is snowmobiling, heli-
skiing and back country
skiing. The Revelstoke Aquatic
Centre features a large waterslide, an Olympic-sized
pool, climbing wall and a Turkish
bath. 35 kilometers/22 miles east of Revelstoke, Canyon Hot Springs offers hot mineral
pools to revitalize weary travelers. Grizzly Plaza is an open air square in the
centre of town that hosts free live entertainment every summer evening. On Saturday mornings a Farmers Market provides fresh produce, arts and crafts, and childrens entertainment. Revelstoke is home to many museums. The Railway Museum tells the story of how the country came together through the building of the railway. The Revelstoke Museum and the Firehall Museum explore the towns history, and the BC Interior Forestry Museum shows the importance of logging in the province. Revelstoke is located just 19 kilometers/12 miles east of Three Valley Gap. For more information go to
www.revelstokecc.bc.ca