Secluded Mountain Home with Fabulous View of Pike's Peak Divide, Colorado Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 121857

Living room and dining area. Note spotter scope for viewing wildlife.

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Location: Divide, South Central, Colorado, USA (100 mi. to Denver., 31 mi. to Colorado Springs,)

Accommodations:  Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-5)

Located just a few short miles from such attractions as CRIPPLE CREEK, MANITOU SPRINGS, the GARDEN OF THE GODS, the AIR FORCE ACADEMY, and several other wonderful things to do, you will find our little mountain home. We call it Bearhaven and standing at the door to greet you will be one of our collection of chain saw carved bears holding a welcome sign.

The home is nestled snug in the side of a hill facing Pike's Peak and looking down at a valley where there are many deer and elk. There is a spotter scope and binoculars for our guests to enjoy the wildlife. We are so secluded that man-made lights do not get in the way of starlight! There is a telescope for viewing the Milky Way, which is breathtaking from the patio at night.

The master bedroom has a TV and there is a TV with a built-in VCR and DVD player in the living room. Basic cable is provided. The fully-equipped kitchen has a microwave as well as a dishwasher. The washer and dryer is behind louvered doors in the kitchen.

We are located 31 miles from Colorado Springs, 100 miles from Denver, 135 miles from Aspen, and only 24 miles from Cripple Creek. In Cripple Creek you will find many casinos if you want to try your luck at the machines or tables. Down the road toward Colorado Springs, you will find Manitou Springs with many wonderful shops. Don't forget the Cave of the Winds.

This is a delightful spot for a weekend or a week. Walk the woods or walk the local shops. Relax and enjoy the mountains with BEARHAVEN as your home base!

Oh, by the way, we call the cabin Bearhaven because of our collection of bear things, NOT because of bears that roam close to the cabin. We don't want you to be afraid to chance a stay!!

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Wood Stove: Baseboard electric heat in all rooms also. If you use any wood at the house, please replace it before you leave. The local store in Divide stocks bundles of firewood.
• Beds
  • Queen Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed: Two twin beds.
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Private Hot Tub: Owner accepts no responsibility for injury or accidents incurred by guests if they decide to use the hot tub. Guests agree they are using it at their own risk.
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Dishwasher, microwave
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher: Ice-maker
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill: Small table-top grill. You must provide your own briquettes.
  • Deck/Patio: Large picnic table, chimnea, patio, and landscaping provide entertaining options.
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: Fabulous view of Pike's Peak. There are no houses in view of this mountain home, so you have absolute privacy to enjoy mountain living at its finest.
• Communications
  • Telephone: Free local service only. You will need a calling card to make long distance calls. Cell phone service is almost nonexistent because of the altitude and distance from a tower.
• Other Amenities
  • Optional sail on 30' Columbia sailboat!! Boat is located on Pueblo Reservoir about an hour from the house. Call for more details.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed: Sorry, the house has off-white carpet and we just can't allow pets.
  • Smoking Not Allowed: No smoking inside the cabin, please.
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

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Rental Rates .. $135/night (2 night minimum) $900/week.
50% Deposit to Secure Date.
$250.00 Damage deposit refundable at checkout. Make a seperate check for this.

Personal check or money order. Personal checks must have time to clear our bank
prior to guest's stay.

$100.00 penalty for cancellation after deposit has been received.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 12/15/07
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  Marty, Shannon, Austin & Ethan , Kannapolis, NC
  • We stayed in the cabin mid-June this year. It was everything advertised. Private, pristine, and wonderful. Pat was terrific to rent from - especially, since it was our first experience to rent from an individual. If you enjoy wildlife and want a great place to get away, this is the spot. Many of the tourist spots and activities are also well within driving distance(Cripple Creek, Colorado Springs, Royal Gorge). I would suggest finding some of the two lane highways if travelling to these destinations, as the scenery is breathtaking. Our sons really enjoyed the fishing ponds - I think it may be impossible not to catch fish here. A great rental destination.
• 11/04/07
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  David, Maria, Sasha , Colorado Springs, CO
  • Dear Jim, Pat, and Mike, Thank you so much for allowing us the opportunity to stay at your wonderful, cozy, immaculate cabin. We had such a relaxing, enjoyable time that we didn't want to return to the city. The scenery was endearing and the wildlife lovely. The ambiance of your cabin is remarkable; it's obvious a lot of thought went into its planning. We will recommend your cabin to all of our friends who might be looking for a unique, restful experience. Sincerely, David, Maria, and Sasha
    
    Homeowner Response:
    I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to meet you guys. Thank you for the nice compliments and thank you for leaving the cabin in such lovely shape when you left. You are definitely welcome back!
• 10/23/07
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  Larry Fouts , Arlington, TX
  • We had a wonderful time. We saw snow the first day, soaked in the hot tub and caught a spectacular view of the Milky Way. I throughly enjoyed the fishing at the stocked private lakes. Pat and Jim were like family... very comfortable to be around. It was truly and exceptional vacation for us. Thanks so much.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    We were so fortunate to have this couple as guests. They left us a lovely thank you card. It was nice to talk with the Fouts and we certainly hope to see them again!
• 09/06/07
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  Jim , Lenexa, KS
  • Not only was the cabin beautiful and relaxing, Pat is a wonderful person to talk with and an excellent host. If you are needing r and r and want peace and quiet, this is the place!
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Thank you, Jim! You left the cabin in such nice condition. We will add you to our growing list of folks we hope will return!
• 08/12/07
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  Harvey and Patricia Laven , Centennial,Colorado
  • We stayed there in July of this year. It was very quiet with wonderful views. This home was immaculate with every convenience you could possibly need. Patricia Thatcher was an absolute pleasure to rent from. I fished on the private ponds and had a great time. It was close to a lot of places to go to; but if you want to get away to somewhere that is private and quiet; this is the place. All of this, and the hot tub wasn't even there yet. Thank you to the Thatchers' Harvey and Patricia Laven
    
    Homeowner Response:
    What a nice couple! We were honored to have the Laven's stay with us on Patricia's birthday. A big thank you to them for being considerate guests and leaving our mountain home in wonderful shape.
• 07/15/07
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  • We had a wonderful week at Bearhaven in early June. The views of Pike's Peak and the nearby forest are terrific, and the seclusion was exactly what we were hoping for. We really enjoyed the patio and the chiminea, as well as the wood stove inside the cabin, and privately viewing stars in the night sky. Within about a 15 minute drive there was a grocery store. About 20 minutes away, there was great hiking at Mueller State Park, a little further, canoeing at Eleven Mile Reservoir. Our stay was entirely relaxing. The decor of the cabin is warm, welcoming and tasteful. We enthusiastically recommend Bearhaven!
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Thanks so much for this wonderful comment! This lovely couple left our mountain home in pristine condition after their stay. I wish there was some way I could tell you their name so I could recommend them to others who rent their homes through VRBO.

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