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Sun Valley Vacation Rental Management

From the slopes of Bald Mountain to the riverside charm of Ketchum and the serenity of Warm Springs. Exceptional vacation homes managed with five-star care, so you enjoy the views, not the work.

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Backed by the Recreation 5-Star Guarantee. No long-term contracts.

Your property. Everywhere travelers look.

Full-service vacation rental management for luxury and second homes in Sun Valley

At Recreation Stays, we bring world-class hospitality to one of the country’s premier mountain destinations. Whether it’s a ski-in chalet on Bald Mountain or a golf retreat in Elkhorn, we deliver hotel-level service with a homeowner-first approach.

Our team handles every detail—pricing, guest services, maintenance, marketing, and compliance—so you enjoy strong returns without the burden of day-to-day operations. With 25+ years in five-star hospitality, we blend luxury standards with local expertise to ensure your property stands out in the Sun Valley market.

We specialize in design-forward homes and boutique-style vacation rentals. Every property we manage is meticulously cared for, professionally marketed, and operated with transparency at every step.

Sun Valley vacation rental management

Local Knowledge, World-Class Hospitality

Sun Valley is a destination unlike any other—where ski chalets, alpine retreats, and summer escapes welcome travelers year-round. Succeeding here requires a deep understanding of the guest journey and the local market.

At Recreation Stays, we pair 25+ years of five-star hospitality experience with insider knowledge of Sun Valley’s neighborhoods and resorts. From ski-in homes near Bald Mountain to family retreats in Elkhorn, we know what today’s discerning guests expect—and how to deliver it seamlessly.

  • Design-forward presentation and premium amenities for luxury travelers
  • Warm, responsive communication that creates lasting guest relationships
  • Hotel-level cleaning, inspections, and inventory management
  • Revenue strategies aligned with ski seasonality and summer tourism

Your property deserves more than basic oversight. It deserves world-class care and positioning that earns trust, repeat guests, and stronger returns.

Sun Valley Vacation Rental Management
What We Handle in Sun Valley

Full-service management, tailored for luxury mountain homes

We manage your Sun Valley property like a five-star retreat—pricing, marketing, guest services, housekeeping, and proactive care—so performance stays strong and your time stays yours.

  • Dynamic pricing optimized for ski seasonality and summer tourism
  • Premium listing creation, photography, and multi-channel marketing
  • Concierge-level guest screening, communication, and on-call support
  • Hotel-grade housekeeping with inspection checklists and photo QA
  • Owner reporting with real-time portal access and monthly commentary
  • Optional add-ons: linen program and proactive property care

How it Works

1

Intro Call

We start by listening. Tell us about your home and your goals. We’ll explain our approach and exactly what to expect.

2

Revenue Projection

Clarity before commitment. See a forecast of your home’s earning potential, backed by data and experience.

3

Home Readiness

We elevate your property to brand standards inspired by luxury hotels, so every guest enjoys a five-star stay.

4

Go Live

Your home, everywhere travelers look. We launch your listing across major platforms and manage every stay.

Transparent Pricing, No Surprises

Management Fee

Flat 25% of rental revenue

Everything your guests expect — and everything you don’t want to manage — included in one simple fee.

Home Readiness

Onboarding to brand standards

From smart tech to luxury linens, we prepare your property to deliver a five-star guest experience from day one.

Recreation 5-Star Guarantee

THE RECREATION 5-STAR GUARANTEE

If a guest stay isn’t rated five stars, we don’t charge our management fee.
It’s that simple.

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Our Partners

Trusted by Owners Who Expect More

But don’t just take our word for it. Hear what Recreation homeowners have to say…

Ron

“My second home is managed flawlessly. The team operates like a top-tier hotel — seamless tech, outstanding guest care, and total peace of mind.”

★★★★★

Ron – Seattle, WA

Steve

“Attentive, responsive, and incredibly professional. Recreation has been a true partner while we’ve been abroad. Highly recommend.”

★★★★★

Steve – Seattle, WA

Sachita

“After being let down by a larger company, Recreation has been a breath of fresh air — high standards, high touch, no compromises.”

★★★★★

Sachita – Whidbey Island, WA

Serving iconic destinations across the Pacific Northwest, California, and beyond:

Seattle • Whidbey Island • San Juan Islands • Leavenworth • Bend • Portland • Lake Tahoe • Napa & Sonoma • Carmel & Monterey

How Does Recreation Stays Choose New Properties to Manage?

We run a data-backed projection and condition review to ensure fit and performance potential. We can’t accept every home, but we’ll share clear next steps either way.

Other Areas We Serve Near Sun Valley

In addition to Sun Valley, our full-service vacation rental management covers nearby resort communities and neighborhoods:

  • Elkhorn
  • Ketchum
  • Warm Springs

Ready to See What Your Property Could Earn?

We take on a limited number of new homes each quarter to ensure quality — reserve your spot today.