Location: Valley of the Blue, South Breckenridge, Breckenridge, Northwest, Colorado, USA (6 Miles South of Breckenridge, CO) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Located just minutes from downtown Breckenridge, La Barranca offers a unique mountain setting complete with majestic views and a sparkling stream. This charming cottage accommodates 2 couples comfortably with gracious common areas for cooking, dining and relaxation.
Wake up to beautiful mountain views and the sound of a stream outside your window or beautiful drifts of untouched snow. Take your coffee and enjoy a brisk walk to pick up the local daily paper and later fire up one of several (indoor or outdoor)fire options while watching the sunset. Activities are numerous in both summer and winter and include world class skiing/snow boarding, cross country skiing, mountain biking, rafting and hiking right outside the door or just minutes down the road.
Our cottage is equiped with everything you might need to prepare a quick snack or a gourmet meal. Nice glassware, dishes, linen, cooking tools and serving pieces allow you to enjoy this get-away as much as you would your own home. There is also a Weber charcoal grill on the expansive deck that wraps the back of the house. With 2 fireplaces and a pleasing decor, get ready to relax and smile a lot. It is truly a special place.
Enjoy our wonderful mountain cottage with friends or as a romantic weekend get away. We know you will love it as much as we do...
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: iPOD patch cord on site for use with stereo system
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Nestled on 1 acre, Cul de Sac, Private Stream, Hiking/Biking Trails, 2 Fireplaces-1 gas and 1 woodburning
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Dogs only. Additional fees apply. Must be crated or confined when left unattended.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer/Fall $150/night (3 night minimum, 7th night free!)
Nov 9 - Dec 20 $150/night (3 night minimum,7th night free)
Dec 21 - Jan 10 $325/night (5 night minimum, 7th night free if booked by 9/1/09)
Jan 11 - Feb 28 $225/night (3 night min., 7th night free!)
Feb 29 - April 4 $275/night (5 night min. 7th night free!)
April 5-Lift Closing %200/night (3 night min., 7th night free!)
Additional fees apply for approved dogs. No cats please.
5.775% Sales Tax, Cleaning Fee and Deposit NOT Included in above rates.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Charming Mountain House at Condo Price W/ Private Hot Tub!
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Valley of the Blue
It took us 5 minutes in the house to decide to purchase it. A long-time friend of Terry's with whom we were having a beer a the local pizza joint, Fatty's, told us about it and drove us out to the place. Loving the location and of course the stream, we immediatley called another friend and realtor, Stephanie Epps, who got us in to see it the next day. We ended up buying the house along with both lots on either side! We love Valley of the Blue and our quiet street high above Hwy 9. The neighbors are great and the stars at night are magical.
The Unique Benefits at this House
One day, we will climb Quandry Mountain, a fourteener that we wake up to every morning when at La Barranca (The prior owners named it and we liked the wrought iron sign on the front so it stuck. Terry says it translates to "the money pit" in Spanish!). For now, we enjoy the views. We love to hike the forest service road accross the street and take walks on the neighborhood roads to visit with our neighbors. Of course, the stream is constant enjoyment. Dawn periodically puts on her wadders and carefully clears fallen brush and trash from her beloved "babbling brook". Evening fire side chats with a nice glass of wine are generally the end to our busy days. Inside in the winter and out on the deck in the summer months, we always have some marshmellows on hand for a nostalgic treat. Breckenridge has lots to offer but we always look forward to coming home and relishing the quiet, magestic mountains we so love.
Owner's Map of Valley of the Blue
Avid skiers and outdoor enthusiasts, we love to play in the mountains during all times of the year. We own Environs Residential, a design/build construction company and spend most of our time in Atanta, GA. Terry, a native of Ohio, was a resident of Breckenridge for 18 years prior to moving east. Dawn, a native of Tennessee, has lived in Atlanta since 1988. We love to travel to exciting new places and always look for spots where we can enjoy the outdoors or city culture. In addition to playing outside, we love to cook, appreciate nice wine and entertain our friends and neighbors. Sharing our little slice of heaven in the mountains is especially enjoyable. We love the comments and photos our guests send us after their stay.
(Photo taken as we embark on a trip up to the top of Baldy Mountain)
Property Photos
- La Barranca - Breckenridge, Colorado Vacation Travel
- Deck View of Northstar Peak - Breckenridge, Colorado Vacation Travel
- Living Room w/Gas Fireplace and 42" TV - Breckenridge, Colorado Vacation Travel
- Desk area for your laptop (monitor has been removed) with cable WiFi
- Entry Area, View of Desk (WiFi supplied) and Laundry Closet
- Dining Room with Fireplace and Breakfast Bar. Table expands to seat 6.
- Kitchen with Breakfast Bar
- Master Bedroom w/Queen Bed, Down Comforter & TV
- Bedroom 2 w/ Handmade Quilt & Great Light
- Newly Remodeled Bath with Slate, Granite and Designer Fixtures
- Nature at its finest! Mountain stream just off feet away off the rear deck.
- Huge deck wraps house. Table, Lounge Chairs, Umbrella, Firebowl & Views Included
Guest Comments (18)
First (10) of (18). View all comments
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #135018
There have been 1074 visitors to this page since the counter was last reset in 2009.
This listing was first published here in 2007.
Date last modified - October 28, 2009
Positive Rating
Blake and Tara , Parker, CO
Positive Rating
Jarrod , houston, tx
Positive Rating
We had a wonderful time and your home was so beautiful. I wanted to see snow and sure got to see a lot. We got there a day early so stayed in the Ski Lodge down the road. It snowed so hard the first day we could hardly see. Of course being from East Texas it was amazing to us. Thank you for allowing us to stay, the view was breath taking from the deck and we loved the water flowing behind the house. Couldn't have ask for any more. Pat
Positive Rating
Hi Dawn, we had a wonderful time despite the bad weather. Your home was just perfect. The setting was spectacular and we would be interested in staying there again, perhaps as soon as Labor Day if it is available. Thank you so much. Steve
Positive Rating
Travis and Lindsay , Dallas, Texas
Positive Rating
It was great, we loved it. Everything was well done. Good Job! ----- Original Message ----- From: Dawn Landau To: 'JP McIntyre' Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 6:29 AM Subject: RE: HomeAway inquiry about Breckenridge 174401 from Jim McIntyre Hi Tammy and Jim, How was your stay in Breckenridge? dawn
Positive Rating
Clinton and Kathy Stark , Hurst, Texas
Positive Rating
Dawn, We had a great time! Your home was perfect for our stay. We were quite impressed with Breckenridge. This was the first time we'd spend much time there, and we found it to be charming. We had 2 great dinners at Relish--terrific food and service, and outstanding outdoor dining. Everyone was friendly, low key, and cheerful--exactly what a mountain town should be. Thought you might like to see the smiles the mountains bring to our dogs' faces. We hiked each day, and the dogs found a place to swim on nearly every hike. That's heaven in a Golden's world. Your plants were all doing well. I watered them a couple of times because we didn't get any significant rain during our stay. Weather was great--mid to low 70's and sunshine. Thanks again for sharing your home and especially for letting us enjoy the mountains with our dogs. Jacki
Positive Rating
Meghan & Michael Shipman ,
Positive Rating
Darcie Allen , Denver, CO