Location: Blue River, South Breckenridge, Breckenridge, Northwest, Colorado, USA (7 miles to Breckenridge. 104 miles to Denver Intl Airport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 15-18)
Two Mile High Retreat is a beautiful custom-built home. This fully stocked home is a perfect get-away for your family reunion, summer vacation, ski trip, or other special event. Vistas of Quandary Peak, Red Mountain and Ten Mile Range surround the home situated on two acres of woods, mountain fields, and wetlands including a thriving pond and stream, all at 10,560 ft, hence the derivation of its name: Two Mile High Retreat.
The main floor offers a large living area where you can gather with family and friends by a wood burning stove and if you so choose enjoy a movie on HD television. Adjoining this living area is a dining area, breakfast bar, and an amazing, fully stocked kitchen complete with a double oven and granite countertops. Just outside the living room and kitchen is a large patio with gas grill and an 8 foot family style hot tub. A master bedroom with a full bathroom also lies on this level.
The upper level has a spacious master bedroom complete with sitting area where you can start your day with a cup of coffee and also unwind at the end of the day in front of the gas fireplace. The master bath has a Jacuzzi style tub and separate shower. Adjoining the master bedroom is an office complete with broadband internet access via a wireless router and combination fax, scanner, and printer and unlimited domestic long distance dialing.
Elsewhere on the upper level are two other bedrooms with king beds and one bunkroom with twin top/queen bottom/queen trundle. The upper floor also has a loft area with an assortment of board games, a PlayStation2 in the bunkroom and 8 foot pool table that children will enjoy.
Two Mile High Retreat is located just seven miles south of Breckenridge in Blue River. Experience the serenity of the outdoors but remain within an easy drive down the valley floor into Breckenridge. Come and experience Two Mile High Retreat for your next vacation.
**Active, reserve and retired military don't forget to ask about special rates. **
Bed Configuration:
Upper Level-
Master Bedroom #1 - King Bed (2) Pullout Queen (2)
Bedroom #3 - King Bed (2)
Bedroom #4 - King Bed (2)
Bunk Room: Bunk Bed w/Twin Top, Queen Bottom & Queen Trundle (5)
Main Level-
Master Bedroom #2 - King Bed (2)
Queen Aero Bed and Twin Aero Bed to be used anywhere (3)
Clean fee assessed on stays of less than 5 nights
Enjoying the gorgeous views
VRBO Bear stayed here - 08/17/2009 The Two Mile High Retreat was the perfect Blue River getaway for this Bear and his family. This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom house was simply spectacular. The breathtaking views of Quandary Park through the large living room windows were the very first thing we noticed when walking into the house. After settling in, we decided to bake some cookies. The Two Mile High Retreat kitchen was very spacious and well-stocked. It was great having 2 ovens to bake our cookies and with the luxury of extra cooking space, we baked them in half the time as it took at home.
The upstairs master bedroom was very roomy and featured a nice sitting area and a double-sided fireplace. One fireplace side faced the master bedroom’s sitting area while the other side was above the Jacuzzi tub in the master bathroom. I chose to relax on the comfy couch next to the fireplace while reading a book and unwinding from a hectic day. For those bears needing to do a little work while on vacation, the master bedroom had an adjoining office.
The home was very accommodating for the typical bear family. On the main floor, there was a second master bedroom with a full bathroom. The other 3 bedrooms were found upstairs. Two of the rooms included king sized beds and the third bedroom had a bunk bed with twin on top and queen on the bottom, in addition to a queen sized trundle bed.
In the evenings, we enjoyed playing a game of pool in the home’s loft area. Afterwards, we headed out back to the hot tub, where we sat back and relaxed to the sounds of nature and the sights of beautiful star-filled skies. There were 2 fishing ponds adjacent to the house where we did a little fishing. For those lucky enough to catch some fish, there was a gas grill on the patio where one can grill the catch of the day. There are a variety of activities to do around the Two Mile High Retreat including hiking, biking, fishing, picnicking, horseback riding, skiing, and tubing. Breckenridge is just a short drive down the road where you can ski, shop, and find many places to dine.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Two Mile High Retreat. It was a very relaxing and peaceful place to unwind during our vacation. Plus, it was a great base for exploring the surrounding Breckenridge area.
The VRBO Bear
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: 3 car garage. Minimum of 2 spots are always open.
- Off Street Parking: Extra parking available at base of driveway on a stovepipe.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: An RV can be parked at the base of driveway.
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Stove: Wood stove heats the living room, kitchen, dining room and the loft above.
- Beds
- King Bed (4) : Four bedrooms have king beds. Two of the bedrooms are masters. The third bedroom has a wash basin. The fourth bedroom uses main bathroom.
- Queen Bed (3) : Lower bunk bed, trundle under bunk bed and one queen inflatable bed.
- Twin/Single Bed: Twin top on bunk bed and one twin inflatable bed
- Bunk Bed: Specially built bunk bed. Twin on top, queen on bottom, with a queen trundle. Sleeps 5. (accounted for in queen and twin bed count)
- Convertible Bed
- Crib: We have a pack-in-play.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (6) : Cable TV is in living room and all bedrooms. DVR in living room.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Game Console: PS2.
- Video Games (4)
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath: Main master upstairs has jetted tub.
- Private Hot Tub
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Double oven.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: Lower pond is on property. Upper pond is a community pond. Both have trout in them. Stream runs through the front yard.
- Mountain View: Views of Ten-Mile Range. Mount Quandary, Northstar, Red Mountain, Lincoln are in view.
- Communications
- Telephone (4)
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet: Broadband internet is available. Wireless router is provided with this feature.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Broadband internet is available. Wireless router is provided with this feature.
- Other Amenities
- Pond with trout in it is directly accessible from property.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Allow dogs.
- Kid Friendly: Swing set, sand box, slide outside. Plenty of games inside including PS2.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Fall 2009: 09/08-11/20 $375/night
Thanksgiving: 11/21-11/30 $650/night
Regular Ski: 11/30-12/18 01/11-01/29 03/27-04/17 $550/night
Christmas: 12/19-12/26 $1250/night New Years: 12/27-01/03 $1450/night
Holiday II: 01/04-01/10 $650/night Pres WKD: 02/11-02/15 $650/night
Prime Ski: 01/30-02/10 02/16-03/12 $600/night March: 03/13-03/26 $700/night
Spring: 04/14-05/20 06/01-06/11 $400/night Memorial WKD 05/26-05/31 $500/night
Summer I 2010: 06/13-08/06 $600/night Summer II 2010: 08/07-09/08 $550/nt
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Blue River
We travelled to Colorado for vacations in the winter and the summer. After our first summer we were sold on Colorado as a great vacation spot. We especially grew fond of Breckenridge. It still has the original small mining town appeal and is family friendly. Our family loves the outdoors and especially snow sports. Two Mile High Retreat was a perfect place for us to enjoy and share with others.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Two Mile High Retreat is away from town but close enough (7 miles) to get to the slopes. Being away from town allows us to relax. During the spring, summer and fall months our kids always enjoy the two ponds by the house and try to catch trout. Last year one was trying to make it up a stream and they helped it along by using a collander and put it in the lower pond. Sit on the side porch during the afternoon and evenings and you will know what relaxing is.
Trailhead for Quandary Mountain with parking along the road.
Two Mile High Retreat is on the Western Slope of the Continental Divide. The stream flowing beside Two Mile High Retreat flows to the Pacific Ocean.
Owner's Map of Blue River
We both grew up on the east coast. Luckily our jobs have brought us to Colorado and allow us to experience the mountains year round.
Property Photos
- Front view of Two Mile High Retreat - Breckenridge, Colorado Vacation Rental
- Side porch looking toward pond. - Breckenridge, Colorado Vacation Rental
- Great Room with Northstar Peak in the distance. - Breckenridge, Colorado Vacation Rental
- Gormet kitchen.
- Dining room seats up to 12. George Washington praying at Valley Forge.
- Master bedroom with fireplace, sitting area and private office in the back.
- Second view of master bedroom.
- Master bath with jacuzzi, fireplace, and shower with double shower head.
- View of master bath with double sink. Private water closet.
- Bedroom 2 upstairs. King size bed.
- Upstairs main bathroom with double sink, tub, and private water closet.
- Downstairs master bedroom with its own bath.
- Bedroom 3 upstairs. King size bed and view of pond out the windows.
- Bunk room twin top, queen bottom, and queen trundle. Kids love it.
- Loft with billiards table.
- Front porch with view looking towards Hoosier Pass and the Continental Divide.
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