
🏔️ 150 acres of private wilderness in the Blaeberry Valley, 20 min from Golden. Iconic renovated yellow school bus nestled in the forest with mountain views — a unique and unforgettable experience for the whole family. Three private waterfalls accessible via a private trail. Thomson Falls and several well-known trails less than 3 km away. Direct vehicle access. Authentic wildlife and the Canadian Rockies as your playground.
The space
The Sleepy Bear Skoolie — a real converted school bus, set deep in old-growth forest, woken by morning light and the sound of the nearby river.
Sleeping for 4 people:
1 Queen bed
1 bunk bed (ideal for kids — narrower for adults)
Equipment:
Outdoor kitchenette with gas stove
Outdoor table and BBQ area
90L water tank for cooking
Solar lighting
Cooler provided (bring your own ice)
Outdoor composting toilet
The private waterfalls steps away also serve as a natural swimming hole.
No WiFi, no cell service, no shower, no curtains — just the forest, the river and the starry sky.
Other things to note
What "off-grid forest skoolie" actually means:
❌ No shower or traditional plumbing
❌ No refrigerator — cooler provided
❌ No WiFi or cell service
❌ No curtains — morning light comes in early
💧 Water limited to 90L tank for cooking only
☀️ Minimal solar lighting
Wildlife & bear safety:
You are staying in active wildlife habitat. The following rules are mandatory:
No food or waste left outside
Scented items stored at all times
Bear spray strongly recommended
⚠️ The Skoolie lives and breathes with the surrounding forest. Small four-legged visitors occasionally make an appearance. If you need a sterile and controlled environment, this is not your place. If you love raw, authentic nature — welcome home.
Mosquitoes possible in summer — bring repellent.
Parking
Pets welcome






Parking & facilities
Parking option included, Private garden, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture
Policies
Pets allowed, Smoking not allowed, Long-term stays allowed
Entertainment
Board games
Heating & cooling
Fire pit, Fireplace
Kitchen & dining
Kitchen, Coffee machine, Coffee, Cooking basics, Dining table, Dishes and silverware, Hot water kettle, Wine glasses
Location features
Private entrance
Bathroom & laundry
Bed linen, Essentials
Home Safety
Carbon monoxide detector, Fire extinguisher, Smoke detector
Pets welcome
Smoking not allowed
Check-in: 03:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Our rates may vary day-by-day. Please select a period to see the exact price for your stay.
50% of the total amount is due at time of reservation.
The remaining amount is to be paid 7 day(s) before arrival.
All paid prepayments are non-refundable.
No security deposit is due.
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