Title: First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=177762&destination=Strathmore%2C+Alberta%2C+Canada&selected=91323679&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home ## Photo gallery for First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home ![Interior - First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home (Strathmore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91330000/91323700/91323679/09667cdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home (Strathmore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91330000/91323700/91323679/80392bb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home (Strathmore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91330000/91323700/91323679/ffd8c5b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home (Strathmore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91330000/91323700/91323679/d83c7a9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home (Strathmore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91330000/91323700/91323679/5e7fd2de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to First Place, Strathmore's unique accommodation and private event venue experience. Enjoy boutique comfort and charm in this 2,180 sq ft character home that sleeps 14 with a full kitchen, an open-concept layout Great Room for gatherings and celebrations. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home Welcome!!! We're SO delighted you're here as we unveil First Place... Strathmore's one-of-a-kind accommodation & private event venue experience! If you're like us, you're probably all too familiar with (and maybe even tired of) run-of-the-mill options for booking group accommodations or space for an event or gathering. That's EXACTLY why we founded First Place... The place Strathmore can count to be your home away from home, with boutique comfort and charm and amenities unmatched by traditional venues. Our 2,180 sq ft character home sleeps 14, has a full kitchen and is equipped with the features and comforts of home. Elegant, versatile and functional, our open-concept layout and magnificent Great Room provide the perfect location to gather, connect and celebrate! In the spring and summer months, you’ll also have our expansive patio and stunning outdoor space to enjoy during your stay or as the perfect backdrop to host the event of your dreams. And this is truly just the beginning...There's SO MUCH more in store we are giddy to share and want to keep you IN THE KNOW! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![House, 4 Bedrooms, Garden View | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125360000/125354400/125354366/4554d533.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Victorian Home in Okotoks Elegant Comfort & Modern Convenience Okotoks - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=125354366&PinnedHotelID=125354366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119040000/119038200/119038108/d2f02bde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Guesthouse in Airdrie-South West Airdrie - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=119038108&PinnedHotelID=119038108&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121280000/121272600/121272527/943e5375.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxary 2-Bedroom Private Basement apartment in Chestermere Chestermere - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=121272527&PinnedHotelID=121272527&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122710000/122704500/122704416/82954391.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Bedroom Furnished Apartment. Downtown Strathmore. Strathmore - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=122704416&PinnedHotelID=122704416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102340000/102337000/102336969/cf06ed57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 minutes to the lake for. lower suite with separate entrance. chestermere - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=102336969&PinnedHotelID=102336969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110270000/110265500/110265426/d57f3f19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 33 Executive Home, A/C, Garage, By Airport. Calgary - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 4.0 1 review £255 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=110265426&PinnedHotelID=110265426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107050000/107040500/107040499/f9624a50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Executive Space for Everyone (King beds). Come Stay Refreshed, Renewed & Reset. Chestermere - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 5 reviews £542 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=107040499&PinnedHotelID=107040499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125710000/125706700/125706673/74e0b2a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern 3BR City Getaway And Bright & Spacious Northwest Calgary - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Microwave - Kitchen £162 includes taxes & fees 13 Apr - 14 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=125706673&PinnedHotelID=125706673&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101260000/101250700/101250607/304be01a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Royal Retreat King beds in Chestermere, 20min to Calgary International Airport Chestermere - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=101250607&PinnedHotelID=101250607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112940000/112935400/112935346/08960a95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Suite » Near Canal » AC » King Bed /w TV Chestermere - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi £144 includes taxes & fees 5 May - 6 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-05&endDate=2026-05-06&selected=112935346&PinnedHotelID=112935346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=91323679&PinnedHotelID=91323679&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=91323679,125354366,119038108,121272527,122704416) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 65 Long-term renters welcome Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Located in Strathmore, this holiday home is in the city centre and next to a golf course. Local points of interest include Strathmore Family Centre. [Visit our Strathmore travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Strathmore.dx177762) [View more Holiday homes in Calgary](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calgary-Private-Holiday-Homes.d178245-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C51.04332%2C-113.39909&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ODRy5YG81_IHw92JFuoAXMKRH9g=) Strathmore, AB ### What's nearby - Lambert Park 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Town of Strathmore Municipal Office 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Gray Park 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Strathmore Golf Club 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Strathmore Family Centre 2 min drive \- 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Calgary International Airport (YYC) 39 min drive ### Restaurants - Tim Hortons 3 min drive - McDonald's 18 min walk - Origin Malting & Brewing Co 3 min drive - A&W Restaurant 9 min walk - Dairy Queen 11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home? ### What time is check-in at First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home? ### What time is check-out at First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home? ### Where is First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## First Place-Family Corporate Social Gatherings Home Away From Home 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 20 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deepinder O. 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place for a wedding party I had my family stay here during my wedding week and we had a get together some nights. It is a perfect place for hosting lots of people. ##### Deepinder O. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather V. 1 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Roomy This property worked great to host an open house and family function for a birthday celebration. Lots of room to visit and enough beds for our group to stay ##### Heather V. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice C. 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family gathering space We enjoyed a great weekend in this cute and very spacious home. We were staying for our son's wedding near Strathmore and the home had lots of separate spaces for sleeping and getting ready for our special event. The large gathering areas were perfect for hosting our extended families as well. ##### Janice C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather S. 16 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, spacious home This home is exceptional. Larger than the photos show, very central and easy to find. Highly recommend. ##### Heather S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn S. 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfectly situated We love this beautiful home! There were 4 of us in town for the Strathmore Rodeo which was only 5 minutes away. The home is very clean and lovely, and has everything we needed for cooking. Our host was wonderful and communication was great. Oops, We accidentally set off the smoke alarm so we even got to meet the local fire department and the owner. They were all very gracious for our mistake. Would definitely recommend this beautiful home! ##### Lynn S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy S. 11 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was a wonderful place to stay. Thanks for all of the Christmas decorations! ##### Wendy S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonnie D. 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We were very comfortable during our stay. The home is lovely and spacious. ##### Bonnie D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan K. 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything was fantastic ##### Susan K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken T. 10 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy House was great - nice and clean and perfect for our stay. We will come back ##### Ken T. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aggie P. 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedsing stay We booked the vrbo for our wedding party. The host communicated well and was very responsive. Great place to gather would definitely stay again. ##### Aggie P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shauna B. 13 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy First Place in Strathmore AB was the perfect place to host our combo Thanksgiving-50th bday-family reunion! Clean and beautifully decorated, there was great space outside for a variety of games, inside for meals and visiting…just a gorgeous venue for about 45 people to share food and laughs together. We will be back for sure! ##### Shauna B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald L. 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A group of retired friends that take an annual fly fishing trip. Location was perfect and the property lent itself well to sitting back at the end of the day and sharing stories about the fish we caught and guides we used. Great kitchen and deck ##### Donald L. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean & Ally 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Was a lovely home and we are excited that it could be part of our wedding week. Our bridal party felt at home We had everything we needed it did not disappoint! ##### Sean & Ally Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shimal A. 30 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great place away from the big city just half hour east. House has all the needs for your stay. Loved my stay there. ##### Shimal A. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth J. 13 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for large groups For the short stay with are large group (8 people) is was perfect. Had some issues with the showers but overall great stay. ##### Elizabeth J. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kat M. 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful property so cute. Everything was so simple! ##### Kat M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bev S. 17 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Reunion So great to have a place like this in Strathmore. Great stay! ##### Bev S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica P. 19 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house Had a great stay! Love the house! Loved playing the huge connect 4! Host answered any questions I had. Thanks again for having us! ##### Jessica P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### MEHRET S. 8 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### spacious enough for the entire family, The home is beautiful and spacious enough for the entire family, We had a wonderful experience. ##### MEHRET S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Dana F. 9 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beds not very comfortable, could be updated with new mattresses. More extra blacker or quilts in bedrooms are needed ##### Dana F. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Vicki P. 13 Jul 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family gathering First Place was perfect for our needs as it has great space indoors and outdoors for everyone to gather and visit. The out of town guests really appreciated having a place to stay with all the comforts of home rather than a hotel room. The kitchen facilities are spacious and have every item needed for dishware, utensils and appliances. Bring your groceries and clothing and enjoy! ##### Vicki P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Amanda D. 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Communication hiccup The house overall was nice. There is a stale cigarette smell throughout the house, probably from long ago. We showed up later in day and unfortunately didn't have access to the key and couldn't get ahold of the host so almost had to sleep in our cars. However, the host made up for it and did everything in her power to make it right. I thank her for that. Maybe contacting sooner just in case would be best. Overall it was a good house. Really enjoyed the jetted tub. ##### Amanda D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Melissa H. 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful weekend stay We had a wonderful weekend at this house. The contact for the house was wonderful and very accommodating and responsive. We had forgotten a few items and they shipped them back to us! The kitchen was well stocked with everything you could ever need and the house was spacious enough for our family gathering of 7 adults and 6 children. A few things we brought to the attention of the owner is the carpet in the basement bedroom needed a deep cleaning or replacement as it did not appear that clean. The kitchen was amazingly well stocked but there were no empty cupboards for putting our own food and items in. Other than that we had a wonderful stay. ##### Melissa H. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Carla A. 14 Jul 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unacceptable rental Upon arrival we discovered a house not well cared for and amenities dirty. The grounds were overgrown. The sheets on multiple beds had hair on them, were thread bare, and rumpled The throw blankets and some of the bedding smelled of BO. There were stains on the furniture, broken fingernails on the rug, sunflower seeds on entry carpet, toilets filthy. Due to the unclean nature it was hard to be in the house. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9158ebf7-0924-4456-a98a-7b08e1628119-1752474066799.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6f99da27-5cd6-4f9b-b05c-baaf8e38be37-1752474066321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6ec11ad4-1927-4787-af4f-33d4691c7954-1752474065782.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Carla A. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melodie A. 3 Jul 2025 ##### Melodie A. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ---