Spectacular Mountain Retreat

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6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 128000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Hot Tub

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Check out the area

Tabernash, CO

Trestle Bike Park17 min drive
Winter Park Ski Resort23 min drive
Ski Granby Ranch23 min drive
Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)107 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

The Byers Peak Room

1 Queen Bed

The Canyon Room

1 King Bed

The Craglough Suite

1 King Bed

The Humming Bird Room

1 Queen Bed

The Pine View Room

4 Twin Beds

The South West Room

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

The Byers Peak Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

The Canyon Room Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

The Craglough Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

The Guest Bathroom

Toilet

The Humming Bird Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

The Pine View Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

The South West Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Commanding breathtaking views and situated on 80 acres bordering National Forest and the Fraser River, our beautiful home has been featured in Colorado Homes and Lifestyles and shown on the Home and Garden Channel's Dream Builders!

The house is a short drive to the Winter Park Ski Resort, and is close to the Devil's Thumb Cross Country Ski Facility, and the 27 hole Pole Creek Golf Course. The house is built next to the Strawberry Road Recreation Management Area , which with its extensive trail system, offers cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking and mountain biking right on the doorstep. The gold medal Fraser River which lies in the valley below the house gives an opportunity for fly fishing and was one of President Eisenhower's favorite trout streams. The home comes with all the necessary amenities to make your stay perfect: all bedrooms have private bathrooms. The large master suite has a sitting area, fireplace and a private study. There are two living rooms with fireplaces, 3 decks, 2 patios, a kitchen which seats 12, a formal dining room which seats 12, a conservatory, an outdoor hot-tub, and a pool table room. High speed internet is provided with STARLINK.

THE HOUSE CAN ACCOMMODATE 16 GUESTS, IS NON- SMOKING AND NO PETS ARE ALLOWED.

Property manager

William or Joyce Carpenter

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Views of mountain peaks, Fraser River, and fire pit from our deck

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Must be 25 or older to rent. Anyone making a reservation when under 25 years old will be required to cancel the reservation.

Craglough House can accommodate in luxury wedding parties of up to 12 person. However, the house/grounds are not suitable for an on site wedding.

We can provide names of several local resorts that can accommodate on site weddings.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number STR23-120725

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Tabernash

Located in Tabernash, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a river. Cozens Ranch House Museum and Moffat Tunnel West Portal are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Winter Park Ski Resort and Ranch Creek Spa. Traveling with kids? Consider Amaze'n Maze Winter Park and Vasquez Peak Wilderness. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Tabernash, CO

What's nearby

Colorado Adventure Park - 10 min drive
Winter Park Visitor Center - 11 min drive
Trestle Bike Park - 17 min drive
Winter Park Ski Resort - 23 min drive
Ski Granby Ranch - 23 min drive

Getting around

Fraser/Winter Park Station - 7 min drive
Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 11 min drive
Wake N' Bacon - 11 min drive
Tabernash Tavern - 4 min drive
Wendy's - 7 min drive
The Noble Buck - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Mountain Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Mountain Retreat located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Ranch Creek Spa, Cozens Ranch House Museum, and Fraser Valley Library. Colorado Adventure Park and Grand Park Community Recreation Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Meredith D., Tampa Bay, FL

Mar 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun with a View

Our group of 15, ranging in age from 3 to late 40’s, thoroughly enjoyed the Craglough House. The bedrooms were spacious, there were different areas within the home for everyone to spread out, and the view was spectacular. We spent every night talking and eating together in the large chefs kitchen, and if anything was needed, sent a quick text to the caretaker for an immediate response. The location was great; close for activities and far enough away to provide seclusion with a grand view! The kids loved playing outside in the snow; we opened the door and they ran, climbed, and slid along the driveway. We made memories that will last a lifetime and look forward to renting again when we return to Winter Park.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami F., Tulsa, OK

Feb 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski 2024

This was our second stay and it was just as great as the first!! The house is spectacular. We will stay again for sure!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Jan 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for large group Winter Park ski trip!

Absolutely incredible! Beautiful views! Awesome location close to Winter Park and Grand Lake/ RMNP. We skiid and snowmobiled, and it was the adventure of a lifetime! The house was gorgeous and came with everything we needed, including a stocked kitchen with 3 ovens. Plenty of beds and lounge spaces. The property manager was very prompt in communication and kind. Highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Jan 9, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best stay EVER!!!

We have been coming to Winter Park for over 40 years and this was the best place yet! The views are mind blowingly beautiful. The house was completely breathtaking and the hospitality was bar none. Couldn’t have picked a better place! Saw some awesome wildlife including many birds, a rabbit and an arctic fox!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Aug 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain PERFECTION!

I hosted a women's retreat for 15 adults, and this was the absolute perfect home. I could not believe the high quality and abundance of serving dishes, appliances, and cooking ware. WOW! There are so many little private spaces perfect for gathering and conversations. The caretaker was a real jewel, and the home is in fantastic condition with unique furnishings. I will stay here again and again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by William or Joyce Carpenter

Craglough House was built by Bill and Joyce Carpenter as their dream home. Joyce is a retired social worker from the Social Work Department at the University of South Florida. Bill is a retired professor and former chairman of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The house is modeled on Cragside, a Victorian mansion in Northern England. David Elfring, a renowned architect, captured the spirit of Cragside but with modern conveniences.

Why they chose this property

Joyce and I fell in love with Colorado many years ago. We spent several years looking for the perfect spot. We found the current location in the early 1980s and then proceeded to buy all the land we could afford. By 1997, we had acquired 80 acres and then started house construction. Improving the road, bringing in electricity, telephone, and building the house were epic tasks. You will enjoy the products of the effort.

What makes this property unique

We have a wonderful view of the Fraser River and Canyon and Byers Peak and the adjacent mountain ranges. Guests can walk down to the meadow and access the Fraser River for fishing if they wish and have "out of the door access " to the Strawberry Road Recreation Area for both Summer and Winter activities. The house has antique fireplace surrounds in the downstairs living room and Craglough suite. There is a sun room full of geraniums off the kitchen which also leads onto a balcony. The house's four balconies and patios all offer lovely and varied views of the surrounding countryside. Craglough House offers opportunities for both individual privacy and for family gatherings.