Perched at roughly 5,600 feet, Homestead enjoys crisp mornings, sunny afternoons, and the occasional quick change of mood. A clear morning can give way to a refreshing rain shower, and summer evenings often carry a cool breeze. The key is layers:

• Lightweight moisture wicking shirts or base layers
• A cozy fleece or sweater
• A shell or rain jacket, even in July

Winter weekends call for gloves, hats, insulated jackets, and warm boots for walking between buildings. Being ready for anything means you’ll spend more time enjoying the outdoors and less time retreating to your room.

Heber Valley boasts more than 300 days of sun each year, and the high-altitude rays can be surprisingly strong. Slip these into your bag:

• Broad-spectrum sunscreen
• SPF lip balm or ChapStick
• A rich moisturizer to counteract the dry air
• Sunglasses for bright, reflective days

Hydration is just as important. A refillable water bottle keeps you comfortable on hikes, bike rides, or simply wandering the grounds. If you forget anything, our on-property amenity shop stocks sunscreen, toiletries, and other small essentials so you can skip the errand run.

This is no standard hallway hotel. Homestead’s cottages, gardens, and gathering spaces are spread across wide lawns, ponds, and tree-lined lanes. Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers make it easy to head out and explore. A small backpack is handy for:

• Stashing a camera or smartphone for photos
• Carrying a picnic from Milk House
• Holding a light jacket when the sun warms the trails

Staff Tip: The valley’s dark skies and mountain backdrops make it easy to capture frame-worthy shots, whether you’re a DSLR devotee or a phone-photography pro.

One of Homestead’s charms is its village-style layout—guest rooms and suites are tucked among cottages, each with a front porch or patio. Pack clothes you’ll love wearing outdoors, from your morning stroll to stargazing after dinner. Comfy sweaters, joggers, and easy slip-on shoes mean you’re always seconds away from the firepit or a walk under the cottonwoods. It’s part of what makes this Midway, Utah resort feel more like a mountain retreat than a hotel.

Every season has its own signature here in the Wasatch:

Spring & Summer: lightweight hiking gear, insect repellent, picnic blanket for lunch al fresco, sundress or collared shirt for restaurants in Midway Utah.

Fall: warm layers for crisp trail walks, boots, and a camera for leaf-peeping in nearby Wasatch Mountain State Park and Guardsman Pass.

Winter: insulated boots, gloves, base layers, and après-ski coziness for evenings around the fire with s’mores.

Homestead weekends are filled with relaxed wanderings—coffee on the porch, sunsets by the pond, impromptu photos on a walking path. A few final throw-ins help you enjoy it all:

• A journal or mini art kit for when inspiration strikes
• Headphones or a portable speaker for porch playlists
• A good book for lazy hours on the patio or by the pool

And while most guests love unplugging, chargers and an extra power bank are smart if you plan to snap photos or share updates with family.