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Big Ponderosa overlooks the golf course, mountains and cross-country ski trails. Families come here to play in the snow, ski and see Leavenworth decked out in Christmas lights. View our latest 

.  Our heaviest snowfall months are January and February. The photo below is a bluebird day in February.

Historically the Christmas lighting festival is the first three weekends of December. However, this festival has evolved. It is now called the 

. Lights are on 7 days a week from Thanksgiving through the end of February. There are many outdoor opportunities for entertainment and Christmas cheer on Main street or the gazebo. In 2021, fun at the Festhalle is back. Here you will find restrooms, a gingerbread house exhibition, and free kids Lebkuchenherzen necklaces (a traditional gingerbread type cookie). Restaurants will continue to have outdoor covered seating and provide heaters. A great way to get in the spirit is to get a pretzel from the bakery, a mug of warm gluhwein from a local outside vendor and simply take a stroll. Bavarian Ice Fest runs on Martin Luther King Jr. weekend every January.

Leavenworth in December Christmas Lighting

Warm up with Gluhwein

Kahler Glen Golf Course has groomed cross-country ski trails that link to the Lake Wenatchee State Park trail system. They typically groom Thurs – Sun 

https://www.lakewenatcheeinfo.com/xc-ski-report/

 for the latest trail report. Refer to the recreation map provided in the house binder for mixed used trails and cross-country ski trails.

We have a shared driveway with our neighbors which is long and very steep. It can be intimidating for individuals not used to Eastern Washington mountain snow conditions. Please ensure all your guests are aware of the all-wheel drive and traction tire requirements for access. Traction tires include all-season and/or winter tires. They must not be too worn. Parking is limited to the two car garage and space in front of the garage. The driveway, walkways and roadways are ploughed by the resort. There is a snow blower and shovels in the garage for use if you like. In the event of heavy snowfall, please have patience. The crews will need to clear roadways first before they clear driveways in the community. For this reason, during our heaviest snow fall months, we recommend choosing a vehicle with clearance and all-wheel drive such as an SUV, 4x4, crossover or all wheel drive truck.

All-wheel drive vehicles with traction tires are required

Alternate view from the top of the driveway

Big Ponderosa is the log home at the end of the driveway. The homes are separated by the two garages.

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We live in the greater Seattle area with our two children. We love the outdoors and have traveled all over the world as a family. We enjoy many activities such as hiking, skiing, golfing and relaxing by the beach.

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