Location: Colorado Springs, South Central, Colorado, USA (North End of Colorado Springs. 8 Miles from USAF Academy) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
If you love the outdoors and are looking for a lovely place to stay you've come to the right place! This home is on 5 acres in Black Forest, a great community on the north end of Colorado Springs. The property is private, quiet, and secluded, yet close to shopping, restaurants, movie theaters and many areas for sight seeing. It is only about 8 miles to the North Gate of the USAF Academy so is great for those visiting cadets or attending Parents' Weekend, Graduation, Induction Ceremony, hockey, basketball or football games, etc. If your son or daughter is entering the USAF Academy, why not plan a few days at our house before they start Basic Training? It would give you and your cadet time to learn about the area and to begin acclimating to the high altitude.
We are also close to Focus on the Family, Compassion International, and New Life, for those in town for missionary training or other events hosted by these organizations.
Our own home is on the adjacent 9 acres and we have room for your horses there if you are bringing them along. Please contact us for additional information on this great place!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: Detached
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Outdoor fire pit
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: We do not acc
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Close to USAF Academy, great for families of cadets, can accommodate horses, can drive to many sightseeing areas along the Front Range of Colorado and the Rocky Mountains, just over 2 hours to great skiing. Outdoor fire pit for roasting marshmallows and cozy fellowship on a cool evening. Also a great place for missionaries/others in the area for training/events with Compassion International, New Life, Focus on the Family, etc.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Non-Holiday ... $175/night (3 night min) or $200/night.. $1200/week .. $3000/month
USAFA Graduation week .. $1500/week
USAFA Parents' weekend.. $200/night (4 night minimum)
Holiday/Peak...$200/night (4 night minimum)
Christmas/New Years...$1500/week
Colorado Tax (4.9%) will be added to the above rates.
$50 pet fee/week .. $100 pet fee/month
Fee for horses if you use our hay/feed. Please call to discuss.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Beautiful Home and Setting--Horse Property Near USAF Academy
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Colorado Springs
We live next door and we LOVE this area. It is close in while being private and close to nature. Wildlife roam the property daily; we see deer, squirrels (black and brown), fox, racoons, and a wonderful variety of birds.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Staying at our Burgess property gives you access to many sights in the Colorado Springs area with the opportunity to begin and end your day in a private, wooded wonderland! Just minutes from anything you need, to include movie theaters, shopping, churches, the US Air Force Academy, restaurants and more, but far enough out to see an unbelievable display of stars on a clear night. The house is warm and inviting and totally renovated over the last 2 years.
Lots of room for playing frisbee, running the dogs, having a bar-b-que, or watching the horse back riders as they enjoy the wooded trails.
Great for running, walking, or biking. You may see some horse back riders as well.
A wonderful local "joint" that serves a great breakfast or lunch and a variety of coffees and smoothies! Highly recommended!
Beautiful Hospital with a GREAT cafeteria! Many locals eat here even if they have no need to be at the hospital!
Lovely shopping area has the following shops and restaurants: Williams Sonoma Ann Taylor Panera Bread PF Chiangs Champp's Sports Bar Ted's Montana Grill Starbucks Pottery Barn Pier One Import
Great place for souvenirs and to learn about the Academy.
BEAUTIFUL red rocks, lots of hiking trails, picnic areas, and gift shops.
This is where I go for massage therapy! A wonderful secluded local business with awesome massage therapists!
The "center" of Black Forest. Craft shows and local activities are held here periodically.
Owner's Map of Colorado Springs
Scott and Lauri live on the property adjacent to the rental and can be available to help our guests with any questions about the local area. We are retired Air Force, and both of us graduated from the US Air Force Academy and later taught there as well. Scott is currently the Associate Dean for the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, and Lauri is the Director of Intelligence Operations for a small defense contracting company, PatchPlus Consulting, Inc. We love Colorado Springs and the Black Forest!
Property Photos
- Deck and South Side - Mountain View Colorado Springs House on 5 Acres with Deck and Fireplace
- Cozy Living Room - Mountain View Colorado Springs House on 5 Acres with Deck and Fireplace
- Living Room Piano - Mountain View Colorado Springs House on 5 Acres with Deck and Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Dining Area
- Family Room Sitting Area
- Family Room Fireplace
- Family Room TV Area--Satellite HDTV
- Master Bedroom Queen
- Master Bedroom Vanity
- Master Bath Jetted Tub
- Front
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