Title: Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=119232044&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! Vacation home in Orem with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! ![Exterior - Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! (Orem)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119232100/119232044/a2f92f30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! (Orem)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119232100/119232044/dc0ca80f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi - Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! (Orem)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119232100/119232044/f4afda15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! (Orem)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119232100/119232044/e975f306.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! (Orem)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119232100/119232044/f1dd4976.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! Welcome to your private retreat! Sorry for the cell phone photos - professional photos to be taken soon! This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath basement apartment is the perfect home base for couples, small families, traveling pros, or friends. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen—yes, we include waffle mix and a waffle iron for a sweet start! We’re pet-friendly, and you’ll have access to on-site laundry and private driveway parking. Just minutes from BYU, UVU, and I-15, you're close to restaurants, shopping, and more, while enjoying a quiet residential neighborhood. Please note: This apartment is available when the full home isn’t booked, so guests may be in the upstairs unit. Your basement space is fully private. Come relax, settle in, and enjoy your stay—waffles and all! ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoke-free & loving it! 🚭 No smoking inside or an ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110690000/110689900/110689831/dda057f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Close to Everything-Provo Canyon+BYU+UVU+Shopping Orem North - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=110689831&PinnedHotelID=110689831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113460000/113452200/113452146/13ec852c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elegant Retreat & Small Gathering Home-Waffles too Scera Park South - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $223 CA $426 total includes taxes & fees Feb 12 - Feb 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=113452146&PinnedHotelID=113452146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124810000/124801400/124801367/401746ee_edited_4d35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Your Perfect City Studio Getaway Ballpark - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=124801367&PinnedHotelID=124801367&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99880000/99871500/99871423/8b2043a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Murray Cottonwood Circle - Close to Canyons! 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If you’re planning a gathering with guests beyond those registered, just let us know, and we can discuss the details together. We’re happy to work with you! We have rental agreement for ALL guests to sign electronically. It will be sent to you as soon as your reservation is confirmed. No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property, including the front yard, backyard, and garage. Thank you! ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: $25 refundable pet deposit required. Message me fo ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed Want to host something special? Reach out first! G ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoke-free & loving it! 🚭 No smoking inside or an ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Note from host: Want to host something special? Reach out first! G Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6ffc7x ## About the area Located in Lakeview, a neighborhood in Orem, this vacation home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Utah Lake State Park and Provo River, while UCCU Center and Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Get Air Hang Time or LaVell Edwards Stadium. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain biking, and mountain climbing nearby. [Visit our Orem travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Orem.dx142056) [View more Vacation homes in Orem](https://www.expedia.ca/Orem-Private-Vacation-Homes.d142056-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.26759%2C-111.69900&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=F1iB29S2O1FFJInES7YC5g5oDyc=) Orem, UT ### What's nearby - Utah Valley University 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Get Air Hang Time 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - University Place 3 min drive \- 1.5 km - UCCU Center 4 min drive \- 3.7 km - Cinemark University Mall 4 min drive \- 2.2 km ### Getting around - Orem Station 9 min drive - Provo Central Station 12 min drive - Provo, UT (PVU) 14 min drive ### Restaurants - In-N-Out Burger 20 min walk - McDonald's 4 min drive - Sakura Teppan Yaki Grill and Sushi Lounge 16 min walk - El Pollo Loco 13 min walk - Dave's Hot Chicken 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too!? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too!? ### What time is check-out at Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too!? ### Where is Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Retreat • Pets Welcome • Waffles Too! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenevjeva N. Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place for big company gathering very spacious and clean. ##### Jenevjeva N. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob M. Oct 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our stay at Carole's home was wonderful. The house was super clean, there was a nice little fenced off yard for our dog, and the kitchen was nicely stocked. Carole was easy to communicate with and checking in was a breeze. I can't say enough how nice and clean everything was! We will definitely stay here again the next time we are in Provo. ##### Rob M. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather H. Aug 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice, comfortable space with a smaller fully seperated yard space for my dogs. Clean and a decent size. Hosts communicative and helpful. I would stay here again. ##### Heather H. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Blake L. Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The entire process from start to finish was seamless. The owner communicated throughout every step of the process and made us feel welcome. The place was very clean, well arranged, and I slept better here than I normally do at home. The location is perfect for us to visit our daughter-in-law, and we will definitely be back. ##### Blake L. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Spencer Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very quiet neighborhood and neighbors. I would recommend to anyone. New cookware and a fully stocked kitchen. ##### Spencer Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### njmarro Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great little gem that’s easy to get to and have all the amenities needed for a quick and easy trip. We just needed a place to crash for the night and this checked all the boxes. Super clean, comfortable beds and room for the family. Would definitely consider this again. The host was very communicative and very helpful. Thank you! ##### njmarro Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MONICA F. Oct 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy High Five for Three C’s: Convenient, Clean, Communication ##### MONICA F. 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