Vacation Rentals by Owner

Lovely decor but still very comfortable

Guest: Karen (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/15/11 Review Submitted: 01/09/12

This was the perfect solution for our family Christmas holiday. We had five adults together the week before Christmas and the house was warm, welcoming - even decorated! The location was perfect to take advantage of the Broadmoor festivities, and the neighborhood was full of Christmas lights at night. It is very easy to be out on excursions for the day, or out on foot just to make room for dessert. Groceries and take-out dinners are only a few minutes away. Everything you could want is provided - and everything is in perfect working order. Plenty of parking, too. FYI logistically: the upstairs hall bath is shared by 3 of the bedrooms, with the other 2 baths in the upstairs master and the basement suite; w/ powder room on main level. A great value and so much more comfortable than a hotel, don't hesitate!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Great Experience!

Guest: LP (Norman, OK)
Date of Stay: 07/15/11 Review Submitted: 08/08/11

Our family spent a week living in this amazing house and it wasn't nearly long enough! The house is very clean, very spacious and beautifully decorated! We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and cool evenings spent outside in the hot tub. We had no complaints and would highly recommend this property for a fun, family friendly destination!!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Family of 16

Guest: Family Vacation (Nebraska)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11 Review Submitted: 07/28/11

My whole family stayed at Merrywood Manor for a week this month. The house was beautiful. Everyone had a great time. The house was close to all the things we wanted to see and do. Diane and Terry were very helpful and helped to make our stay enjoyable. We would recommend this property to anyone. Even with 16 people (8 adults and 8 children) we had enough room and space for everyone.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

Merrywood Manor

Guest: Nancy (Tampa, Florida)
Date of Stay: 06/25/11 Review Submitted: 08/04/11

Thanks to our well-appointed abode, we wanted for nothing at Merrywood Manor. We have rented many homes through the years, but none so beautifully decorated and welcoming as this one. So often, rental homes are sparsely and cheaply furnished-not Merrywood. Diane and Terry have put so much thought into even the small details--games, books, everything from coffee (and filters) to laundry detergent. There were plenty of extra paper towels, bath tissue and bath towels. The home was clean and well-maintained. Terry greeted us upon arrival, showed us around the property and answered our questions. He gave us his phone number and said to call anytime if we needed anything.The neighborhood was most attractive, upscale, quiet and safe--loved that! We frequently had the french doors open with absolutely no concerns. All in all, our favorite home ever! There was plenty to do in and near Colorado Springs. Our favorite attractions were Pioneer Village in CS--very authentic and inexpensive, the Mollie Kathleen gold mine tour in Cripple Creek, and white water rafting. Our ages ranged from 8 to 65 and we all had a great time.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

4 couples

Guest: 4 couples (Ohio)
Date of Stay: 09/23/10 Review Submitted: 11/15/10

This was a wonderful home to have a gang of family or friends together. Our "party" was four siblings and their spouses and the space available was great to accomodate all of us. We would all recommend Merrywood to everyone.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Henry from California

Guest: Hank (Lathrop, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/12/10 Review Submitted: 08/27/10

Our family stayed at the Merrywood Manor in August 2010 for our son's wedding. We had 12 adults and 6 children. This was the greatest experience ever with more than enough room for everyone. The property and yard were beautiful and the Home was better than any 4 or 5 star hotel we've ever stayed at. The Furnishings and ambiance were beautiful and comfortable. The staff, Diane, Alisa and Terry were warm and accomodating. We hope to return there soon. The very best time ever and we saved money.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Family Vacation

Guest: Patty & Bob (Batavia, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/17/10 Review Submitted: 08/06/10

WOW is the best way to describe this home. The pictures on the website are great, but certainly don't come close to the 'up-close-and-personal' experience. What a beautiful neighborhood, and a fantastic view from any one of the may decks, patios and porches. The rooms are huge, which made it a wonderful home for our family of 10. It's so close to all the great tourist sights around the Springs area. Even if it wasn't so convenient, we'd come back! Thanks for the chance to stay in your great home!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Girl Bonding Location

Guest: Jenny (Ewa Beach, HI)
Date of Stay: 07/07/10 Review Submitted: 07/25/10

We stayed at the manor for a long weekend for some girl bonding. We thoroughly enjoyed the house and our time in Colorado Springs. We would highly recommend staying here if every in need of lodging in the area.

Recommended for:Girls getaway

Excellent!

Guest: Richard (Plano, Texas)
Date of Stay: 06/22/10 Review Submitted: 07/21/10

We had a wonderful week in this house. We were in The Springs for a figure skating competition at the World Arena. Great location, minutes from World Arena, Zoo and Seven Falls. The kids loved seeing the deer visiting in the back yard in the evening. House was excellent! Cozy enough to have family time, but big enough to escape from the kids when you need to.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Spacious Home for Family Getaway

Guest: robilyn (Fort Worth, TX)
Date of Stay: 04/22/10 Review Submitted: 05/10/10

We had plenty of room for four couples and several youth and children to spread out throughout the home. The location is perfect and the common living spaces are roomy. The property owner was helpful and accommodating and booking the weekend was also a very easy process.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/28/10 Review Submitted: 01/28/10

Merrywood Manor was the perfect place to spend the holidays. It was decorated beautifully and really felt like Christmas! Our family really enjoyed the two weeks we spent there and can't wait to go back!

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Guest: Jessican Trebolia (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/31/09 Review Submitted: 12/31/09

This home is spectacular! Very clean with fresh linens and plenty of towels! They even left toliet paper and paper towels for us! It is located in a very quiet neighborhood and was only about 5 minuted from Downtown. We felt very taken care of and will be coming back. The price was right and the home was perfect. Thank you!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/20/09 Review Submitted: 10/20/09

Merrywood Manor proved to be everything that the photos show - it is a beautiful home in a lovely setting. Our international group enjoyed your home for a week in the fall and enjoyed every minute. Thank you

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Guest: Angelle (Rochester, MN)
Date of Stay: 10/18/09 Review Submitted: 10/18/09

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Merrywood Manor. We had 6 couples at the house - all traveling to Colorado to attend a wedding. The house was large enough that everyone had their own space, yet it also had large enough areas that we could all be together. It is a beautiful home, very comfortable. And the owners were great to work with. They accomodated all our needs. Would definitely return! Thanks to Diane, Alisa and Terry for making our trip to Colorado one we will remember!

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Guest: Sophea (Pgh, Pa)
Date of Stay: 10/15/09 Review Submitted: 10/15/09

Merrywood certainly lived up to expectations! We were in town for my son's wedding, and the house was a wonderful backdrop for all our activities. It is in a great location, near grocery and drug stores for all the last minute needs, and the house is, if possible even prettier than the pictures! I want Diane to come do mine! We certainly felt pampered.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/13/09 Review Submitted: 10/13/09

Our whole family had a wonderful time staying at the house while we were in Colorado Springs for a family wedding. The location is great (near a shopping center, the Cheyenne Mountain Resort, and the Broadmoor) and the house was very comfortable.

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Guest: Clark4 (Longmont, CO)
Date of Stay: 09/14/09 Review Submitted: 09/14/09

We had a delightful stay in this beautiful home. The location is great. The home is lovely, elegant, yet warm and cozy. The owners were great to work with. We had our family reunion for our Mother's 80th birthday there and loved it.

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Guest: Keith31 (-)
Date of Stay: 07/22/09 Review Submitted: 07/22/09

Fantastic location- quiet neighborhood with very nice homes. Well kept property. Owners were fantastic to work with. Our week here was fantastic. Close to everything and a great home base to travel from for white-water rafting, Royal Gorge, Garden of the Gods and Air Force Academy. Thanks for a great stay!

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