Justin Tse's Luxury Whistler Experience with AceHost in Kadenwood

It was an absolute pleasure hosting Justin Tse in Whistler and giving him a taste of what an AceHost winter experience can look like in Kadenwood.

Justin stayed at Chalet La Forja during the trip and documented the experience for his YouTube channel in The Ultimate Luxury Whistler Chalet Winter Road Trip Experience. But the video captures something bigger than any single home: what it feels like to base a Whistler vacation in one of the mountain's most exclusive neighbourhoods, with a team handling the details from arrival to departure.

From skiing Whistler Blackcomb and ice fishing to dining in Whistler and heading into the mountains by helicopter, Justin's itinerary shows why we believe a great Whistler trip should be about the entire experience — not just where you sleep.

Why Stay in Kadenwood

Kadenwood sits above Whistler Creekside on Whistler Mountain and is one of the most sought-after addresses in the resort. The neighbourhood combines true ski-in/ski-out access, dramatic mountain views, and a level of privacy that is hard to find elsewhere in Whistler.

Many of our guests choose Kadenwood because they want a large luxury chalet where several families or a big group can stay together — without spending the week driving back and forth from the Village. Access to Kadenwood's private gondola connects the neighbourhood with Creekside below, making it easy to reach restaurants, groceries and the base area while still feeling completely removed from the crowds.

AceHost manages a collection of exceptional luxury Whistler vacation rentals in Kadenwood, from seven-bedroom ski chalets with private butler service to larger estates built for multi-generational trips. Homes in the neighbourhood typically feature hot tubs, expansive great rooms, gourmet kitchens, and direct mountain access — the kind of setup that makes a Whistler vacation feel effortless from the moment you arrive.

The AceHost Concierge Experience

Beautiful homes are at the centre of what we do, but AceHost has never been only about handing guests the keys to a house. For many of our guests, a trip to Whistler is a major family vacation, celebration, or once-a-year ski trip. Some are travelling internationally. Others are bringing several generations together under one roof.

Our job is to make the rest of the trip as seamless as the accommodation. That is where our VIP concierge team comes in.

Before arrival, we can help organize airport transportation, stock the fridge with groceries, arrange ski equipment and private instructors, and build a rough itinerary around what the group wants from the week. During the stay, our concierge team handles restaurant reservations, private chefs, spa treatments, snowmobiling, helicopter experiences, childcare, and the kind of last-minute requests that come up when you are travelling with a large group.

Several of our Kadenwood homes also include a private butler and complimentary housekeeping every other day, so guests can focus on skiing, relaxing, and enjoying time together rather than managing logistics. Whether you are staying for a long weekend or a full holiday week, the goal is the same: a Whistler trip that feels curated, not complicated.

A Different Way to Experience Whistler

One of the things we loved about Justin's video is that it doesn't simply tour the home. It shows what happens once you step outside of it.

His itinerary included:

• Whistler Blackcomb skiing, getting out onto one of the world's most famous ski mountains.
• Ice fishing, offering a completely different winter experience away from the ski hill.
• Dinner at Bearfoot Bistro, one of Whistler's best-known dining experiences.
• A helicopter lunch, taking the trip from the Village into Whistler's incredible surrounding mountain landscape.

The video also features a stop at North Arm Farm during the journey to Whistler. Justin's full itinerary moves quickly from the chalet into the road trip, mountain, and dining experiences that made up the stay.

For us, this is what makes Whistler special.

You can ski all morning, return to an incredible private chalet in the afternoon, head out for an entirely different adventure, and finish the evening around a beautiful dinner with friends or family. No two trips need to look the same — and that is exactly the kind of itinerary our concierge team loves building.

Skiing Whistler Blackcomb from Kadenwood

Of course, no winter visit to Whistler feels complete without time on the mountain. Staying in Kadenwood means guests can access Whistler Mountain directly from the neighbourhood and return home after skiing without basing their day around driving into the Village.

For guests unfamiliar with Whistler Blackcomb, our team can help arrange private ski instructors, equipment rentals, and other mountain logistics before arrival. We want guests to spend their vacation skiing, not figuring out where to pick up equipment or making calls trying to organize the next day.

Taking Whistler Beyond the Ski Hill

Whistler is obviously known around the world for skiing and snowboarding, but some of our favourite guest experiences have very little to do with the lifts.

Justin's trip included ice fishing, followed later by a helicopter experience in the mountains — both arranged as part of a broader AceHost itinerary.

For guests looking to build a special trip, our concierge team can arrange a range of experiences depending on the season, weather, and interests of the group. That might include snowmobiling, a private chef at the chalet, restaurant reservations, private transportation, massages, or other customized activities.

For larger family trips especially, we find that the best itineraries usually have a balance:

• A few big adventure days.
• A few great ski days.
• And enough time left over to actually enjoy the chalet you came all the way to Whistler to stay in.

Dining in Whistler

Justin also stopped at Bearfoot Bistro during the trip.

Dining is a huge part of the Whistler experience, and it is something we help guests with every day. Depending on what the group is looking for, we can help arrange restaurant reservations around Whistler and Creekside or organize private dining at the chalet.

Many of our Kadenwood homes are built for entertaining — large kitchens, long dining tables, and great rooms designed for groups. For some trips, having dinner prepared at the property is every bit as memorable as going into town. For others, a mix of both works best. Our concierge team can help plan either way.

Thank You, Justin

A huge thank you to Justin Tse and his team for joining us in Whistler and producing such a beautiful video.

Justin has built his audience around highly polished content spanning technology, lifestyle, automotive, and travel, and his cinematic style made him a perfect fit for showcasing what an AceHost stay in Kadenwood can feel like — from the home itself to the adventures beyond it.

It was a pleasure hosting the group at Chalet La Forja, getting them into the mountains, and showing them a few of the experiences we love sharing with our guests. We hope to have them back in Whistler again soon.

Book a Kadenwood Stay with AceHost

If Justin's trip has you thinking about a Whistler vacation with the same level of comfort and support, our Kadenwood collection is a great place to start. These are some of the largest and most impressive luxury Whistler vacation rentals we manage — all available to book directly on Airbnb or through our team.

Two Cedars | Kadenwood | Private Butler

A seven-bedroom showpiece with true ski-in, ski-out access, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, a theatre, gym, infrared sauna, and daily private butler service.

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Chalet La Forja | Kadenwood | Private Butler

One of Whistler's grandest private homes, with nine bedrooms, a heated pool, hot tub, sauna, gym, ski access, and a private butler included.

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The Mountaintop at Kadenwood | Ski in Ski out

A dramatic seven-bedroom mountain retreat with exceptional views, private wellness amenities, and direct ski access.

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Panoramic Estate | Kadenwood

An eight-bedroom estate with an elevator, sauna, hot tub, media room, games, and plenty of room for large families and groups.

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Slope Side Chalet | Kadenwood

A warm seven-bedroom Kadenwood chalet with a private hot tub, ski access, and the classic luxury mountain-home atmosphere.

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Timber Haven | Luxury Ski in Ski out | Kadenwood

A modern eight-bedroom ski home with beautiful interiors, generous gathering spaces, and premium mountain access.

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Whether you are planning a family ski vacation, Christmas in Whistler, a special celebration, or a once-in-a-lifetime group trip, our team would be happy to help put together the stay. Browse our full collection, explore our concierge services, or contact us directly to start planning your Whistler experience.