View of home from the road with picturesque view in background
Location: Black Hawk, Front Range, Colorado, USA (Black Hawk/Central City Front Range (50 minutes from Denver)) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3.25 Baths (Sleeps 11-15)
Keywords: House, Skiing, Hiking, Fishing, Reunion, Family, Vacation, large Groups, Gambling,
Welcome!!
This 4000 square foot raised ranch home has a bright and open floor plan for hosting the perfect Colorado vacation get-away. Located along Colorado's beautiful Peak-to-Peak Hwy (Hwy 119) at the top of Golden Gate State Park, it serves as the perfect home base for all the winter, spring, summer and fall adventures you're looking for in a vacation. High up in the front-range but within 40 minutes of both Boulder and Golden via beautiful canyon drives, this property is also less than 60 miles from Denver International Airport.
Exciting casinos are within minutes of the house in historic Black Hawk and Central City. If you're coming up for the casinos, you'll be excited to know that they've raised the stakes and added table games (craps, roulette and higher-stakes blackjack) to their menu of entertainment starting in July of 2009.
For outdoor adventure, there's all the fishing, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, horseback riding, mountain biking and other outdoor activities you can fit into your stay. There's even a community recreation center within two miles of the house that offers indoor swimming, basketball courts and workout facilities (see link below). Indian Peaks wilderness area for hiking is right up the road and Estes Park/Rocky Mountain Nat'l Park is an easy trip via beautiful mountain drives. I-70 ski areas are within an 45 mins to 1 1/2 hours depending on your destination (from Winter Park, Copper, Keystone and Breckenridge out to Vail). Closer to home, you'll find Eldora ski resort (20 min drive) just outside the town of Nederland.
When you're done exploring and having outdoor fun, you can relax in this comfortable 5-bedroom home with all the amenities. A spacious, open living area upstairs includes the living room with gas fireplace, dining area and fully-equipped kitchen that opens out to a beautiful balcony deck with gas grill and dining furniture. The master bedroom suite includes a queen size bed, Jacuzzi tub and satellite-fed television while a second bedroom with queen bed is also located upstairs. All together, we've got sleeping accomodations for the whole crowd with three queen beds, three twins and a double bed throughout the house. Extra air matresses allow for up to 15 visitors.
Head downstairs and you'll find another gas fireplace, a large TV/game room with a 52" big-screen SONY TV w/satellite, pool table, foosball and air hockey in addition to plenty of board games to keep the kids busy. Two additional bedrooms and an office/bedroom complete the layout. This home has a total of 3 1/4 bathrooms and all bedroom/bathroom linens are provided.
There’s a laundry room with washer/dryer located on the upper floor and the kitchen includes a microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, breakfast bar and all cookware/utensils. Satellite TV, DVD/VCR (with family/kid movie library) and CD stereo complete the entertainment amenities. High-speed, Wireless DSL internet service is also provided at no charge.
Additional local activities include the Central City Opera, concert venues, panning for gold at local mining camps/museums, guided fishing trips and river rafting/kayaking in nearby Clear Creek, Boulder Creek or further out at the Arkansas River.
So come visit this beautiful area. Our goal is to make your vacation stay a wonderful experience that you’ll always remember – and hopefully want to come back to experience the adventure all over again.
A couple of "must-do" unique Colorado experiences:
Red Rocks Amphitheater - Morrison, CO
Nestled in the Rocky Mountain Foothills fifteen miles west of Denver, there stands a symbol of nature's unparalleled majesty. Red Rocks is a geologically formed, open-air Amphitheatre that is not duplicated anywhere in the world. With Mother Nature as the architect, the design of the Amphitheatre consists of two, three hundred-foot monoliths (Ship Rock and Creation Rock) that provide acoustic perfection for any performance.
The Central City Opera - Dramatic and Different
Central City Opera's uniqueness lies in the beautiful jewel-box theatre where we perform acclaimed traditional and progressive works. The combination of diverse repertory and intimate venue attracts internationally recognized directors, conductors and artists. The result - amazing, exciting and unforgettable Art.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace (2)
- Beds
- Queen Bed (4) : Additional two queen-size air mattresses available.
- Twin/Single Bed (3)
- Crib : Bassinet and High Chair Also Available.
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : 60 DVD & VCR Family Titles
- Video Game Console : Nintendo
- Video Games (20)
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- Foosball
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : coffee maker, espresso machine, coffee bean grinder, electric griddle, crock pot, blender, hand mixer, electric chopper (small), roasting pan,rice cooker,juicer,waffle iron
- Refrigerator (2) : One upstairs in kitchen and one downstairs in wet bar
- Dishwasher
- Microwave (2) : One upstairs in kitchen and one downstairs on wet bar
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : table w/ 8 chairs and a picnic table seats 8
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Free
- Other Amenities
- Bedroom/Office
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Crib, Bassamet and High Chair Available.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Restaurants & Gambling in Over 30 Casinos in the Historic Mining Towns, Black Hawk and Central City (7 Miles), Grand Adventure Balloon Tours-970 887 1340
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Dec-Mar Rates-$375/night(3night min),$2500/week,1or2-$450/night, except Holidays
Apr-Nov Rates-$250/night(3night min),$1625/week,1or2-$325/night, except Holidays
Thanksgiving (Nov.16-25),$300/night(4night min),$1975/week,1-3 $350/nights
Christmas Holiday (Dec. 17 thru Jan. 6) $450.00/night, $2900/week
4th of July (June 29-July 8),$300/night(4night min),$1975/week,1-3 $350/nights
50% Deposit Required at the Time of Booking.
Cleaning charges apply depending on group size for nightly/weekly stays.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
All-Season Colorado Adventure & Casino Fun
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Black Hawk
We love Colorado and all the outdoor adventures to be found in this wonderful location. After camping in Golden Gate Canyon State Park seveal years ago and attending numerous concerts at Red Rocks Amphitheater, we decided to buy a home where we could enjoy all the seasonal diversity Colorado offers. Whether it's a snowy Christmas in the winter, colorful autumn transitions throughout the high country, outdoor summer adventures or the wildflower beauty during each spring's renewal, there isn't a dull moment throughout the year.
Our vacation rental business allows us to share this fun with others who enjoy getting away from the ordinary and experience a truly special vacation. Many of our visitors are there to re-unite with family and friends in a beautiful setting and each has left with many kind words about their stay.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We outline the many attractions and activities throughout the area in the rental description. But the real benefit seems to be the chance for family and friends to spend time together in a home that provides a relaxing environment for both adults and children.
And Red Rocks Amphitheater is a great concert experience!!
Casino gambling with newly raised table games and stakes. Visit over 30 different casinos and dozens of restaurants.
Hiking and camping with beautiful Continental Divide vistas. Trout fishing in several lakes.
Groceries, coffee shops, bar & grills, specialty shopping. Don't forget the Dead Guy Festival in March or the NedFest Music festival in the summer.
The best concert venue you'll ever experience. They even host "movie nights".
Day trip access to the highest paved road in America - truly breathtaking. Visit the Stanley Hotel for some spooky fun.
Community center with pool, workout facilities, running track, teen center and much, much more.
Grocery shopping, ski equipment rental, river rafting guides, gold mining. Old town Idaho Springs: Restaurants, gifts, bars, fishing tackle/fly shop.
Clear Creek Outdoors fly fishing shop. Fishing guides available. 1524 Miner Street. http://www.clearcreekflyfishing.com/home.html
Local skiing. Within 15 minutes of the house. http://www.eldora.com/ Other skiing on the west slope: Copper, Vail, Keystone, Breckenridge (1-1.5 hours away)
Groceries, Restaurants, Bars Coors Brewery Tours Old West Main Street, Colorado School of Mines,
Enjoy a trip up above 14,000 feet at the peak of Mt. Evans. Wildlife and spectacular views of surrounding area, including the Continental Divide.
Owner's Map of Black Hawk
Jim & Sherri have been residents of Arizona for over 30 years but also love escaping to Colorado with their two children to beat the summer heat and enjoy the winter seasons Colorado offers. We've camped, fished, skied, hiked, rode horses, river-rafted and truly enjoyed this remarkable state. The time we spend at our Colorado home offers us a chance to share in these adventures and spend time together at the home playing board games, pool, foosball or watching movies on the big screen. One day, we'll get to spend even more time here but for now it's our home away from home.
Property Photos
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- View of home from the road with picturesque view in background - Black Hawk, Colorado Vacation House Rental
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- View of house and driveway - Black Hawk, Colorado Vacation House Rental
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- Full amenities kitchen - Black Hawk, Colorado Vacation House Rental
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- Relaxing living space throughout
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- The Master Bedroom & Bath
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- Bedroom #2
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- Bedroom #3
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- Bedroom #4
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- Wetbar in lower level family/recreation area
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- Table games for all ages
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- Family/Recreation area in lower level - big screen TV and fireplace
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- A place to relax and dine on the back deck
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- View of the house from back of property
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- Our favorite hike - National Forest close to home across Hwy 119
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- Autumn colors from the back deck
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- Local wildlife
Traveler Reviews (13)
Perfect getaway for winter adventures, relax and family reunions.
Guest: celito
(Clearwater, FL)
Date of Stay: 01/14/12
Review Submitted: 01/19/12
Description and fotos are accurate. House is clean and very organized. Owner provides all info that you could possibly need and more. Also very responsive if called for any reason. I spent one day skiing at Eudora resort; beautiful place and only 20 minutes from the house. I spent another day visiting Winter Park City and rode snowmobile for the first time in my life with Great Adventrues. You feel like you are in Europe due to the charming archtecture of Winter Park. The Snowmobile was UNFORGETTABLE I suggest it to everyone. Don't worry with age, there were people fat and close to their 70's doing it in my group. They all loved it. I spent another day at the Rocky Mountain National Park. It was also fantastic. The house is fully equipped and you really don't need to bring anything. There are video games, board games, pool table, etc. Thanks for the great time!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Bachelor’s party
Guest: David
(Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/27/11
Review Submitted: 09/30/11
Hello Sherri, Thank you for letting us use your house for the weekend!! We had a great time and we look forward to planing another get together up there.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
July stay
Guest: Tracy
(Boise, ID)
Date of Stay: 07/22/11
Review Submitted: 08/10/11
We had the chance to stay at this property again....this time we had a family reunion. There were 11 of us; and we had lots of room. We enjoyed the activities at Golden Gate Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Ft. Collins for brew tours....we never ran out of things to do. We would love to come back sometime in the fall.....I can just imagine how beautiful the Aspens are. The pictures on the website don't do this property justice...you must see if for yourself...thanks Jim and Sherri for all your help.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
William's Reunion
Guest: MeLaine
(22959 e smoky hill rd # D 301 Aurora co. 80015)
Date of Stay: 06/30/11
Review Submitted: 07/25/11
A special thank you Sherri for sharing your beautiful home and all your extra help! Everyone enjoyed your home so much! It made all the difference to have a great place to spend it together with enjoyment for all ages. We had a a tarrific reunion! Thank you again
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Summer Getaway
Guest: Cathy
(Lees Summit, MO)
Date of Stay: 07/07/11
Review Submitted: 07/13/11
We had a great time. The house was the perfect size for us. We had 5 17 yr old boys and no one had to share a bed. The guys had the down stairs and the adults had the upstairs. We loved the smell of the trees. The house was great and Sherri was great and always available when I called with questions. My tip would be if trying to find it at night, please ask to have the porch light on. We got lost late at night and it was pouring down rain no less, but Sherri and her husband guided us there without any problems. The house is way out, so if you are arriving late, be sure you stock up at the store before arriving as it's away from a store or anything really. Luckily we had things with us from stocking up in Colorado Springs earlier. We really enjoyed ourselves and we would recommend it to others. The 9 of us fit perfectly and enjoyed celebrating two birthdays there too! Thanks Sherri for all your help. Maybe we will see you again next year!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Great house in scenic area an hour from Boulder
Guest: Patrick
(SC)
Date of Stay: 08/06/10
Review Submitted: 08/16/10
The house was perfect for us-- with 6 adults and 5 kids I was curious to see how everyone would fit, and there was more than ample room for sleeping and hanging out-- with some room to spare, too. The giant back deck is awesome for meals, relaxing, watching the sunrise, and there's plenty of hummingbird activity. We couldn't have hoped for more.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Sharon63
(Aurora,Co)
Date of Stay: 09/10/09
Review Submitted: 09/10/09
I just wanted to let you both know that my family had a wonderful time at your home. It was nice to have no cell phones and sit down and read and watch some great movies. Thanks Again.
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Guest: Mary Ebuna
(Colorado)
Date of Stay: 10/28/08
Review Submitted: 10/28/08
Our family had a great time and really enjoyed your home. I can't think of a thing I would do differently. The younger generation enjoyed the games downstairs and there was so much room upstairs for the extended family to gather. The house is hard to find after dark, but the directions worked when you could see the signs! Great house --great location!
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Guest: John Stephenson
(Fort Collins, CO)
Date of Stay: 10/15/08
Review Submitted: 10/15/08
What a nice home!! We had a relaxing comfortable stay. We hit one of the best weekends to see the colors turning in the trees. I caught some fish from one of the State Park ponds nearby. This is truely a mountain paradise. We will book again.
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Guest: Michael33
(Louisville, CO)
Date of Stay: 08/25/08
Review Submitted: 08/25/08
We enjoyed a memorable Christmas at this wonderful house. We went skiing at Copper Mountain and had memorable hikes and runs at Golden Gate Canyon State Park. We will return to this house again and again.
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