Accommodations, Rates, Guest Book, Old Entrance Bed 'n Breakfast Cabins & Teepees

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Accommodations ..................................... Rates - Canadian Dollars

PEAK-SEASON RATES: Summer June 13 to September 19, 2009 and Christmas December 19, 2008 to January 3, 2009

Rates listed below are based on double occupancy TWO (2) people sharing one bed, BREAKFASTS INCLUDED during peak-season:

White Cabin (maximum 6 guests), .............................................. $145/night

Grey Cabin (maximum 4 guests), ................................................. $145/night

Brown Cabin (maximum 4 guests), .............................................. $145/night

Rustic Cabin (maximum 3 guests), .................................................. $115/night

Additional occupants extra nightly fee, breakfasts included:
Adults ............................................................................................ $25/night
Children (2 - 16 yrs. old) ..................................................................... $15/night

Note: Buffet style breakfasts are included in peak-season nightly rates. Breakfast is served in our main house between 8 am and 10 am daily, mid-June to mid-September. During peak-season a minimum two night stay is in effect for cabin accommodations. However, we may have a cabin available for a single night due to the ways others have booked. Please inquire.

Pets in cabins (see Pet Policy below): .......................................................$7/night each

Guest Suite, Main Guest Room: ..... (queen-sized bed) Double or Single ......... $115/night

+ Second Guest Room: ...... (double-sized bed) Double ....... $50/night, Single ..... $25/night

Riverside teepee (tent) camping and unserviced campsites for parking self-contained camper units or tenting are available from mid-May to mid-October.

Riverside Teepee (double occupancy - bedding, breakfasts extra) ............... $60/night

Teepee extra occupant fee ....... Child (2 - 16 yrs. old)....... $5/night Adult...... $15/night

Teepee bedding, flat fee of $15/double bed or single cot (not per night). We prefer teepee guests bring their own sleeping bags when practicle.

Sleeping Bag & Sleeping Mat Rentals: -10 Deg. C rated Sleeping Bags, $15/first night and $2/each additional night. Self-inflating Sleeping Mat, $5/first night and $1/each additional night. Cash or credit card security deposit is required if sleeping bags are to be taken off location from Old Entrance.

Optional breakfasts for campers ........................................... $7.50/adult .........$5/child

Riverside Unserviced Campsites (picnic table & fire pit) ................................ $25/night unit

Campsite extra person fee ................$2/night per child or $5/night per adult

Horse Corral (excluding feed, bring your own) .......................................... $10/night/horse

Horse Corral (bed & bale, hay & oats included) ........................................ $15/night/horse

Prices listed are Canadian dollars, plus 5% GST (Federal Goods and Services Tax refundable to non-Canadians), plus 4% Alberta tourism levy on fixed-roof accommodations only, not on teepees, camping or trail rides.

OFF-SEASON RATES: September 14, 2007 to June 11, 2009, except Christmas Break

*** During off-season we offer multi-night and weekly discount rates for SINGLE out-of-town workers, frequent business travellers, artists or writers retreats!!! Please e-mail or phone for weekly or four night weekday (Sunday - Thursday) price quotation. ***

Rates listed below are based on double occupancy (two people sharing one bed), BREAKFASTS EXCLUDED during off-season:

White Cabin (maximum 6 guests), One night stay .............................. $120/night
Two night stay .................................................................................... $110/night
Three night stay.................................................................................. $100/night

Grey Cabin (maximum 4 guests), One night stay ................................ $120/night
Two night stay ................................................................................. $110/night
Three night stay ................................................................................. $100/night

Brown Cabin (maximum 4 guests), One night stay ............................. $120/night
Two night stay ................................................................................. $110/night
Three night stay ................................................................................. $100/night

Rustic Cabin (maximum 3 guests), One night stay .................................. $100/night
Two night stay ..................................................................................... $90/night
Three night stay .................................................................................. $80/night

Guest Suite, Main Guest Room: ...... (queen-sized bed) Double or Single .............. $95/night

+ Second Guest Room: ..... (double-sized bed) Double ....... $50/night, Single ..... $25/night

Weekly rate (seven night stay) October - May .................................. 10% discount

Week day rate (Sunday - Thursday, four night stay) October - May ................. 10% discount

Additional occupants extra nightly fee, breakfasts excluded:
Adults .................................................................................................... $20/night
Children (2 - 16 yrs. old) ...................................................................... $10/night

Breakfasts are not offered and are excluded from off-season rates listed above.

Pets in cabins (see Pet Policy below): .............................................$7/night each

RESERVATIONS call toll free within Canada: ...................... Phone 1-866-817-9700

All other inquires please e-mail or call: ................................. Phone 1-780-865-4760

Last Price Revision: April 1, 2008. Price increases not in effect for prior confirmed reservations up to #3762.

Our Facilities

Three self-contained one bedroom cabins:

WHITE CABIN: 660 sq. ft. Sleeps up to six guests with one queen-sized bed and two double-sized futon sofa beds in the living room. Features a spacious country kitchen and piano.

GREY CABIN: 512 sq. ft. Sleeps up to four guests with one queen sized-bed and one double-sized futon sofa bed. Features a natural gas fireplace in living room and great mountain view from the covered deck.

BROWN CABIN: 384 sq. ft. Sleeps up to four guests with one queen-sized bed and one double-sized futon sofa bed. Featues an efficient wood burning fireplace stove in living room and a nice view from covered deck.

The one-bedroom cabins each have one queen-sized bed and one or two double sofa beds in the living room, fully-equipped kitchen, full bathroom, satellite TV/VCR, outside deck, lawn chairs, picnic table, fire pit & propane barbeque. The kitchens have fridge, stove, microwave, coffee maker, toaster and basic dishes and cooking utensils. The cabins are heated with natural gas and have supplemental wood burning heater stoves. We provide dry, split firewood for use inside cabins during winter months. These fully-serviced cabins are completely set up for light house keeping and meal prepartion. We do not provide daily maid service. Fresh linens and towels are available on request.

Each cabin has it's own a propane barbeque located on the outside covered deck and nearby picnic table, lawn chairs and steel fire ring pit.

Firewood for outdoor fires is available for purchase at $10/wheel barrel load delivered to the fire pit site. Please check our outdoor fire and fire wood policy.

GUEST SUITE: Located on the lower floor level of our main house. This suite is quite private, it is accessed via an open stairway to the ground floor. The Main Bedroom has a queen-sized bed, adjacent private bathroom (not ensuite) and guest sitting area with in-floor heating, large windows, sofa, chair, satellite TV/DVD, coffee maker and small fridge for guests' use. No cooking facilities. A second bedroom with one double bed is available for travelling companions or children. It is not rented separately. Resident perfume hyper-sensitivity - No Scents Make Good Sense.

Welcome - Open Year Round

Main Gate

Main House - Summer

Old Entrance Bed 'n Breakfast. Our Main House is a historic railway station building built at this location by the Canadian Northern Railway in 1914.

Main House - Winter

Main House Guest Suite - Sitting Room

Guest Suite - Main Bedroom

MAIN HOUSE GUEST SUITE: Lower floor level of Main House. Bright, spacious, accessed via common stairway to main floor, guest sitting area with satellite TV/DVD, private full bathroom, main bedroom has queen-sized bed and second bedroom double-sized bed. "Scent-free" residence due to perfume hyper-sensitivity, guests must refrain from using perfumed products.

White Cabin

White Cabin - Living Room

White Cabin - Bedroom

WHITE CABIN: 660 sq. ft. Sleeps up to six guests with one queen-sized bed and two double-sized futon sofa beds in the living room. Features a spacious country kitchen and piano. Covered deck.

Grey Cabin

Grey Cabin - Living Room

Grey Cabin - Bedroom

GREY CABIN: 512 sq. ft. Sleeps up to four guests with one queen sized-bed and one double-sized futon sofa bed. Features a natural gas fireplace in living room and great mountain view from the covered deck.

Brown Cabin

Brown Cabin - Living Room

Brown Cabin - Bedroom

BROWN CABIN: 384 sq. ft. Sleeps up to four guests with one queen-sized bed and one double-sized futon sofa bed. Featues efficient wood buring fireplace in living room and nice view from covered front deck.

Brown Cabin - Fireplace Wood Stove

Brown Cabin - View

White Tail Buck

Our cabins have a lot of country charm. We have been told that these cabins (originally forest service ranger cabins) take a person a step back in time. They are clean, bright, non-smoking and are tastefully decorated with a few antiques. Each unit is set up independently and suitable for the maximum occupancy number specified. We do not have adequate facilities (common kitchen, dining hall or bathrooms) for large groups and therefore discourage large group gatherings.

There are no telephones in the cabins, wireless service is available on-site for internet connection with personal computers. There is good cell phone reception at our location through Telus.

In Alberta, it is customary to remove outside footwear upon entering a private residence or guest cabin. Please bring slippers or clean deck shoes for inside wear. Extra cleaning fees will apply for those who choose not to comply.

Nutritious breakfasts are served in our main house between 8 am and 10 am daily. We offer home-made granola, yogurt, toast, muffins, bagels, jams, cheese, fresh fruit in season, orange juice, tea and plenty of freshly brewed coffee.

OUR POLICIES

Reservations & Cancellations

A reservation confirmation number will be provided by e-mail within 24 hours of receipt of reservation deposit payment. Confirmations can be mailed by regular post upon request. Reservations are accepted only with deposit payment on a first come, first serve basis.

CABINS: Reservations are accepted with payment of $125 deposit by MasterCard or Visa. Credit card reservation deposits are refundable, less a $25 transaction fee when we are provided with two (2) weeks notice of cancellation during peak-season (June through September & Christmas break).

With short notice cancellation of less than fourteen (14) full days during peak-season, guests will be billed for all nights reserved at base rate of $125/night, less any nights that we have been able to re-book on short notice. Please note that if reservation cancellation is necessary, the longer notice provided the better chance we have to re-book a cabin.

Off-season from October through May (except during Christmas break) cabin reservation deposits are refundable less a $25 transaction fee when provided with two (2) weeks notice of cancellation. With short notice of less than fourteen (14) days during off-season guests will be billed for all nights reserved at $100/night, less any nights that we have been able to re-book.

Off-season weekly rates are paid up-front for the week on a week-to-week basis, any refund with short notice cancellation of less than seven (7) days will be at our discretion.

For those who do not have a credit card for cabin reservations we require a deposit of $125 for each night reserved during peak-season or $100 for each night reserved during off-season, paid at the time of booking paid by cash, cheque or money order. If cancellation is necessary we will refund deposit payment by cheque, less our $25 cancellation fee when we are provided with a minumum of two weeks notice of cancellation. With short notice cancellation we will refund the deposit payment of $125/night or $100/night only for any nights that are able to re-book to other guests following short notice, less the $25 cancellation fee.

REFUNDS: Reservation deposit refund payment for cancellations that are received with adequate notice will be processed within 24 hours and confirmed by e-mail. Short notice cancellations will be confirmed by e-mail within 24 hours of cancellation notice being received and then followed-up within 24 hours of the last night reserved to advise of total amount of balance payment due.

TWO NIGHT MINIMUM STAY: Summer months and off-season weekend nights are usually our busiest times and booking a one night stay may block a two or three night booking. As we do not have unlimited accommodations, during our busy times a request for a single night stay may not be granted. However, quite often we will have availability for a single night due to the way others have booked. Please inquire.

GUEST ROOM or RUSTIC CABIN: Reservations are accepted with payment of a $100 deposit by MasterCard or Visa, refundable with two (2) weeks notice of cancellation, less a $25 transaction fee. With short notice cancellation guests will be billed at our base rate of $95/night for guest room or rustic cabin for all nights reserved, less those nights that we are able to rebook on short notice.

TEEPEES: Reservations are accepted with payment of a $50 deposit by MasterCard or Visa, refundable with two (2) weeks notice of cancellation, less a $25 transaction fee. With short notice cancellation of less than 14 full days, guests will be billed at our base rate of $50/night for the teepee for all nights reserved, less those nights that we are able to rebook on short notice.

CAMPSITES: Reservations are accepted with payment of a $25 non-refundable deposit by MasterCard or Visa.
Full payment for all nights reserved, less reservation deposit, is due upon check-in.
Check-in time is between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. We request that guests provide an estimated time of arrival as this information helps us to plan our day.
Check-out time by 11:00 a.m. on the last day of your stay. We may be flexible with check-out time depending upon the arrival time of our next guests.
Our fully-serviced cabins are completely set up for light housekeeping and meal preparation. We do not provide daily maid service. It is the renters responsibility to wash dishes, tidy up and remove garbage daily. Fresh towels and linens are available on request.

Privacy Policy

Old Entrance Bed 'n Breakfast (867822 Alberta Ltd.) and staff respect and are committed to taking every reasonable effort to protect the privacy, confidentiality and security of personal information entrusted to us. Only authorized persons who have a need to know have access to personal information. Our policy, defines personal information as: "any information, which relates to an individual and allows that individual to be identified".

Security is an important concern to us and we exercise care in providing security of individual information. We do not collect, use or disclose personal information about an individual without the consent of the individual except where such information is required by law. We maintain the security and confidentiality of personal information furnished to us according to reasonable standards.

Non-Smoking Cabins Policy

Our cabins are strictly non-smoking inside. An ashtray is provided for smokers outside of the cabins on the decks. Any smoking of tobacco products inside of our cabins will result in extra charges for professional cleaning services of carpets, upholstery and window coverings.

Infant Policy

We do not charge a fee for infants up to the age of two (2) years staying in our cabins. Guests with infants are required to provide their own bassinette or travel bed and blankets. Infants are not allowed to sleep on cabin beds or sofas. For toddlers (two years of age and older) we provide a rubber sheet for the sofa bed. Toddlers are not to sleep on the queen-sized bed.

Outdoor Fires & Firewood Policy

Firewood for outdoor fires is available at $10/wheelbarrel load delivered to fire ring site. Small outdoor fires are permitted inside of established steel fire rings only, provided that there is no provincial fire ban in effect on outside fires. Fires must be kept small and not be left burning unattended at any time. Cutting or gathering of messy unsplit firewood on-site is not permitted. Guests may bring their own clean, pre-split firewood.

Pet Policy

We welcome pets provided that we have co-operation as responsible pet owners in the following:

1. Dangerous, vicious dogs or large aggressive dogs are not allowed on-site.
2. Maximum of two small dogs or one large dog (70+ pounds) allowed per unit.
3. Please advise when booking your stay of the number of pets, size and their temperament.
4. Pets must be kept under strict control at all times and are not to be left unattended in our accommodations.
5. Pets are ABSOLUTELY not allowed on beds and sofas.
6. Bring your pet's sleeping mat, blanket or travel kennel feed and water bowls.
7. When wet outside, pet’s paws are to be wiped at the door and not allowed to track muddy prints throughout.
8. Pick up your pet's droppings in our yard area and remove from main hiking trails.
9. Cats are required to be kept in a travel cage and not allowed on furniture.
10. The premises may be inspected prior to your departure and additional fees may be charged for any damages incurred to doors, screens, furniture or carpets.

A $7/night or $35/week fee is charged per pet for all pets staying on-site.

We have one resident male Yellow Labrador, "Sunshine" and often pet sit another mature female Yellow Labrador, "Jessi".

Last Update: October 4, 2008

RUSTIC CABIN: One-room sleeping cabin with double bed and a single bunk bed above. This cabin has an efficient wood heater stove, electic lights and rustic wash stand with basin and water jug. There are lounge chairs and a propane barbeque on the 8' x 12' covered deck and a great view of river and mountains. Shared shower house is located a short walking distance from this cabin.

TEEPEES: Our riverside teepees are available from May long weekend to early October. Each teepee has a comfortable double bed, rustic wash stand, lounge chairs, wood floor, outside picnic table, firepit and propane barbeque. At a minimum guests must bring a flashlight and matches and be prepared for camping overnight in a tent. We provide good quality camp cots for additional teepee occupants at $5/night. We prefer if teepee guests bring their own sleeping bags but can provide warm bedding at a cost of $15/bed (not per night) for those who are not able to bring their own ie. international travelers. Our 20' teepee can sleep up to five people and the 17.5' teepee can sleep three people. Teepees by their design are not completely sealed from the elements and during heavy storms some water will drip inside. We provide waterproof covers (tarps) for the beds.

CAMPING SITES: Unserviced campsites for tenting or camper (RV) parking with picnic table and firepit. There is a near-by outhouse (pit) toilet and separate shower house with flush toilet on-site.

Rustic Cabin	Teepee Bed

20' Riverside Teepee #2	17.5' Riverside Teepee #1
February River View	Guided Horseback Trail Rides
Athabasca River at Old Entrance	Holding Pen for Guest's Horses
Pete's Lake Trail Ride	Riverside Camp Site

Great camping spot! Our location at Old Entrance is virtually mosquito free due to lack of nearby standing water and our mountain breezes.

Nestled in the foothills along the eastern slopes of the Rockies our 60 acre property and surrounding crown lands provide excellent trails for various year-round outdoor activities; sightseeing, bird watching, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and ATV touring.
We offer private fully-serviced cabins, a rustic cabin, two bedroom guest suite in our main house, cozy riverside teepees and riverside campsites in a very safe environment. Each unit is set up independently and suitable for the maximum occupancy number specified. We do not have facitities for and therefore discourage large group gatherings.
Old Entrance is a scenic historic site along the Athabasca River, a ten minute drive from Hinton's Parks West Mall and golf course. The east gate of Jasper National Park is a fifteen minute drive on Highway #16 and world famous Miette Hot Springs is a half hour away.
We're conveniently located near the trans-Canada Yellowhead Highway #16 between Vancouver and Edmonton on Bighorn Highway #40 North, the scenic Alaska route. Old Entrance is a ten minute drive from Hinton's shopping and dining a a 45 minute drive from Jasper townsite. Please check our MAPS webpage for detailed driving instructions and a map.
Our main house is the recently restored historic 1914 "Entrance" railway station, the original "Gateway to the Rockies", located on the long abandoned Canadian Northern Railway grade. The Guest Suite is located on the lower floor level.
For those travelling with horses we offer overnight holding corrals or stable, We suggest bringing your own watering container and horse feed when practical.
Guests' pets are welcome but must be kept under strict control at all times. A $7/night or $35/week fee is charged. Please bring your pets' sleeping blanket or travel cage and feed/water bowls. Pets must not be left unattended in our cabins or be allowed on the furniture at any time.

"Sonny Boy", our Goodwill Ambassador

May 21, 1999 - Sept. 13, 2007 R.I.P.

Old Entrance Sunshine - Born Sept. 19, 2007

Sunshine "Sunny" - 9 months June '08

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