HOTELS Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Where Fairy Tales Come to Life in the Canadian Rockies

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Where Fairy Tales Come to Life in the Canadian Rockies

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Deep in the rugged beauty of Crowsnest Pass, Alberta, something magical is happening. Where once there was just mountain wilderness, 16 fairy tale cottages now dot the landscape like something plucked from the pages of a Brothers Grimm collection. This is Charmed Resorts, the brainchild of Tyson and Audy Leavitt, who have turned their passion for whimsical architecture into one of Canada's most enchanting family destinations.

The story begins, as all good fairy tales do, with a dream. Back in 2015, the Leavitts started crafting luxury playhouses - not your average backyard sheds, but elaborate miniature castles and treehouses that caught the attention of celebrities like NBA star Stephen Curry. Their work was so captivating it earned them a reality TV show, "Playhouse Masters," on TLC.

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Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Candy Hot Tub

A couple's whimsical vision has transformed a patch of Alberta wilderness into something straight out of a storybook - Photos by Charmed

But as their playhouses grew more elaborate, the couple yearned to share their creations with a broader audience. The result? A glamping resort where guests can literally step inside their favorite childhood stories.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass Outdoor Hot Tub With Kids Playing

Wood-fired hot tub

The transformation didn't happen overnight. Starting with just one cottage - the Shakespeare-inspired Midsummer Cottage - in 2020, the resort has grown into a sprawling storybook village.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Rapunzel's Cottage

Rapunzel's Cottage

Rapunzel's Cottage invites guests to let down their hair, while Belle's Cottage offers a Beauty and the Beast experience complete with enchanted details.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Belle's Cottage

Belle's Cottage

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Lost Boy's Treehouse

Lost Boy's Treehouse

The Lost Boys' Treehouse transports visitors straight to Neverland, and the Gingerbread Cottage brings the darker side of Hansel and Gretel to life.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Rumpelstiltskin's

Rumpelstiltskin's

Each cottage is a masterpiece of attention to detail, handcrafted by the Leavitts' team of artists and builders.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Rumpelstiltskin's Interior

Tree sculptures house electric fireplaces, chandeliers cast gentle glows over rustic furniture, and every nook tells part of the story.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Beast's Castle

Beast's Castle

Outside, wood-fired hot tubs beckon under star-filled skies, while fire pits create perfect settings for marshmallow roasting and tale-telling.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Beast's Castle's library with a secret door

Beast's Castle's library with a secret door

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Elvyn's Cottage

Elvyn's Cottage

The location adds to the magic. Crowsnest Pass, nestled in the Southern Canadian Rockies, offers a dramatic backdrop of mountain peaks and endless wilderness. You can explore the historic Frank Slide, hike quiet trails, or simply stargaze under some of Alberta's darkest skies. In winter, the area transforms into a snowy wonderland perfect for skiing and snowshoeing.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Elvyn's Fireplace

The Leavitts haven't been content to rest on their laurels. Their newest venture, a second location at Mulhurst Bay near Pigeon Lake, opened in 2025, bringing the fairy tale experience closer to Edmonton.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Elvyn's Bed

Plans for expansion continue, with dreams of creating similar magical retreats across Canada and the United States.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Jack's Cottage

Jack's Cottage

As the sun sets over the Canadian Rockies and the cottage lights begin to twinkle like something out of a fairy tale, it's hard not to feel that the Leavitts have tapped into something universal.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Hook's Pirate Ship

Hook's Pirate Ship

Sometimes, we all need a little magic in our lives. And sometimes, that magic can be found in the most unexpected places - like a fairy tale village nestled in the Alberta wilderness, where once upon a time isn't just the beginning of a story, but the start of an unforgettable adventure.

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Lia's Cottage

Lia's Cottage

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Mad Hatter's House

Mad Hatter's House

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Midsummer Cottage

Midsummer Cottage

Charmed Resorts Crowsnest Pass - Tinkerbell Treehouse

Tinkerbell Treehouse


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13029 25 Ave, Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0, Canada


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