Large friendly floorplan with elevator & stair access to all formal bedrooms
Location: Grand Lake, Northwest, Colorado, USA (The Home is About a 90 Min Drive from Denver) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3.25 Baths (Sleeps 14)
Keywords: Single Family Home
This custom home was designed for easy access for all types of potential users and features a 3 stop elevator (Terrace level, Main level and Bedroom level)
A Gourmet kitchen featuring GE Profile stainless steel appliances and a large split level island with granite counter top.
The public areas and most bedrooms have custom faux features and accents (kitchen, dining & living rooms, most bedrooms and hallways).
Master bathroom features freestanding sinks, large soaker tub set within a stone grotto, large custom shower of frameless glass door and dual shower heads/controls with walls finished in travertine with deco's.
Master bedroom features breakfast/reading deck overlooking Shadow Mountain lake, his-n-hers closets and beautiful remote controlled ceiling fan.
The 2nd bedroom is centered on intimate lake & mountain views and shares a Jack & Jill bathroom arrangement.
A 3rd bedroom has big valley views to the west and shares a private Jack & Jill bathroom with separate vanities and common stool and tub/shower all appointed in oil rubbed bronze.
The Crow's Nest features big lake, island and mountain views of Arapahoe National Forest. It has a built in bar and office desk and TV with built in DVD and DirecTV. The sofa doubles as a bed.
Terrace level Family Room is expansive and comes with two (2) sleeper sofasand is equipped with flatscreen TV/DVD/iPod dock and DirecTV.
Terrace level (4th) Bedroom is large, sunny and has a full bathroom.
There is a very large deck with formal seating for 8 and a natural gas fired Bar B Que.
Surrounded by exquisite custom accents
VRBO Bear stayed here - 02/19/2010
This custom built home located in The Shores of Shadow Mountain subdivision could be considered the perfect “home away from home”. It is only a 10 minute drive to town and just a short walk to the lake. Could it get any better?
When I arrived with my traveling companions, John, the homeowner greeted us and gave us a complete tour of this spectacular home. At one point, we gazed out the “crow’s nest” windows in awe of the lake and mountain views. We were blessed to see the amazing flight of a bald eagle (where was my camera when I really needed it- still packed).
The air was cold and crisp while the snow was sparkly and fresh. The lake views were breathtaking, especially one morning when the fog rolled off the lake. You could see the crystal trees that had been coated by frost as the fog moved across the lake and land.
This home featured exquisite furnishings and custom accents from top-to-bottom. Each bedroom was warm and welcoming. The master bedroom had a great breakfast/reading deck (which a furry bear like me can enjoy this time of year), and the master bathroom truly made me feel like royalty. The kitchen was beautiful and very well equipped with everything you could imagine to cook a meal. While we ate and played games, the fireplace located between the kitchen and the living room kept everyone nice and toasty. My favorite feature was the radiant floor heating; it was so wonderful to pad across the warm, cozy floors. I could have hibernated just resting on the radiant, warm floor.
Some of my companions enjoyed a morning of snowmobiling up on the trails and others took snowboarding lessons at Sol-Vista Ski Resort, which was only a 30 minute drive. We went bowling at the Grand Lake Bowling Alley and went sledding on the nearby sledding hill. However, the best part of the trip was hanging out and laughing together, in the warmth of this amazing “home away from home.”
Grand Lake was a very quaint small town, but still offered a couple of small grocery stores and several different restaurants. On our final night in Grand Lake, we went to town and dined at a Mexican restaurant called Poncho and Lefty’s. The food was very yummy.
You will not be disappointed with a stay in this exquisite home!
The VRBO Bear
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Elevator : CO State approved elevator provides easy access to all formal bedrooms.
- Garage : 2 car garage, 1 bay available to renters which is ~22' deep so toys can be stored if you want.
- Off Street Parking : off street parking for 2-3 vehicles.
- Gas Fireplace : double sided in Dining Room and Great Room.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : HBO, Showtime & Starz through DirecTV!!
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : This gourmet kitchen features veggie sink, split level granite island, large picture window and barn door is the large pantry. CONCIERGE SERVICE AVAILABLE..
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : large stainless steel side by side; bar in Crows Nest has a mini-fridge
- Dishwasher
- Microwave : kitchen and Crow's Nest
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : let us know what your requirements are and we can get you in touch with our Concierge service
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : we have a large deck that takes in the most afternoon and evening sun. The deck is outfitted with gas BBQ and ample seating.
- Balcony : the MBR features and intimate breakfast table overlooking the lake and facing east for early sunrise
- View/Location
- Lake View : Check out the satellite photos of the home... we are ~200 yards from the water and have access to public boat dock and day camping...
- Water View : Shadow Mountain Lake views with Arapaho National Forest and even the Town of Grand Lake from some vantage points in the home.
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone : Basic phone service for local calls. Long distance will need your card! Note elevator has phone in it as well (State code)
- Broadband Internet : WI-FI available throughout most of home
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- The Shores of Shadow Mountain subdivision and this home specifically are literally steps to Shadow Mountain lake and the Green Ridge Complex public boat ramp. Shadow Mountain Lake has day camping islands and also connects to Grand Lake through a canal. Boat rentals (see map) are available at Trailridge Marina, just over a mile from the home... or bring your own jet skis/ski boat/party boat and enjoy boating and day camping on the islands.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : home is NOT ADA compliant but has been designed to be ADA FRIENDLY (lots of room between island and counters in kitchen, wide doors where ever possible...
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : 3 out of 4 levels of home serviced by elevator.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Low Season** Oct 01-May 30 = $250/night (2 night minimum)
High Season Jun 01-Sep 30 = $495/night (4 night minimum)
Holidays are Christmas/New Year/Memorial Day/Jul 4/Labor/Tuuhanksgiving
+++Holiday Premium add $100/night+++Parties over 8 add $100/night
Cleaning Fee - One time charge - (1-8)=$200.00; (9+)=$275.00 Sales Tax 5.7%
Reservation Deposit: $500.00
Damage-Security:$99.00 NON-Refundable Fee at time of Reservation
Stays over 7 days duration may be negotiated
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Stay Where the VRBO Bear Stayed in Grand Lake!
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Grand Lake
Grand County is in very close proximity to the metro Denver area and is a year round playground... snow brings on cross-country and alpine skiing (Sol Vista & Winter Park) and snowmobiling on over 100 miles of groomed trails.
The summer months we can play in and on the lake, out on the islands and of course the magnificent Rocky Mountain National Park. Locals will ride ATV's, take hikes, fish (rivers and lakes abound) and play on their jet skis and power boats and don' forget sailing on magnificent Grand Lake. Spring brings it's flowers and in the fall we have some of the most outstanding aspen seasons along with the elk rooting in RMNP so it is a true 4 season destination.
The Fall season is wonderful with the highlight being the Aspens and Elk rutting in RMNP.
The Unique Benefits at this House
-Access to the public dock at the south shore of Shadow Mountain Lake -proximity to the Town of Grand Lake and Rocky Mountain National Park -one of the best subdivisions in Grand County -snowmobiling on the lake (during certain times of the year) -hiking to Adams Falls & Monarch Lake
Green ridge Campground & Boat Ramp There is a ramp with 2 boat load/unload capacity
There are picnic tables and firepits available on a first come first serve basis
This canal provides boat access to and from Grand Lake form Shadow Mtn Lake.
Great place to tie up for a couple of hours and unwind on the famous Grand Lake Boardwalk (shops, dining, minature golf, horseback riding...
Trail ridge Marina... they have short term slip rentals and boat rentals as well 970 627-3586
Owner's Map of Grand Lake
We love Colorado's mountain lake areas and we found ourselves spending so much time up here with our young family that we bought a cabin and then another and before long I was building, buying and selling throughout Grand County. This home is our latest design and was built by us to take advantage of its unique location. We are proud of the design and feel of the home and think you will love it too.
Property Photos
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- Large friendly floorplan with elevator & stair access to all formal bedrooms - Grand Lake, Northwest, CO Home with Lake View and Mountain Views with Boat Rentals close to Restaurants
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- spacious living room with vaulted ceiling, faux accents and deck access - Grand Lake, Northwest, CO Home with Lake View and Mountain Views with Boat Rentals close to Restaurants
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- Large gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar (seats 4) and check out the veggie sink - Grand Lake, Northwest, CO Home with Lake View and Mountain Views with Boat Rentals close to Restaurants
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- Mid September in Colorado's high country
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- View of Shadow Mt ake & RMNP from dock. Public accessible dock just steps away
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- The Master Suite has lake views, breakfast deck and european influenced bathroom
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- Master Bathroom
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- Large Southwest facing deck has outdoor seating for 8 and NG Bar-B-Que
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- Three secondary bedrooms, each with access to Jack'nJill Bath or private bath
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- The Crows Nest with lake views. Features pull out bed, mini-bar & office
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- Lots of outdoor adventures in and around Grand Lake
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- Islands to picnic on Shadow Mountain Lake
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- Great Room with gas (2 sided) fireplace & large flatscreen TV
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- Family Room located on Terrace Level accessible from our elevator
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- One of our local residents...
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- Day break on nearby Lake Granby, just one of our three local recreational lakes
Traveler Reviews (10)
Thanks for a great stay over Memorial Day Weekend
Guest: H. Virginia
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Date of Stay: 05/28/11
Review Submitted: 09/30/11
We wanted to thank you for a wonderful stay at the house on Shadow Mountain Lake. The view was nice, we fit everyone into the house without a problem and it was clean and smoke free. Our girls all settled in – in fact my daughter wants to go back next year. I’m sorry to hear that the lock box is giving you a problem, we hope your next guests were able to get it open. Thanks again for the quick response, great communication, and professionalism. Cheers,
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Vacation Extraordinaire
Guest: Soup
(Dighton, KS)
Date of Stay: 07/28/11
Review Submitted: 08/23/11
This house is truly amazing. The online pictures do not depict how beautiful this home is or the natural Colorado landscape that surrounds it. From the time we first contacted John to the time we left, he was helpful, caring, & honest. Since I am in a power wheelchair, I needed exact measurements of doorways, shower entries, hallway width, etc. He addressed my questions honestly...that I would have trouble with some entries. John even let us take the door off the master bathroom so I could squeeze through the doorway. Although I was unable to get in the master shower, my sons, their wives, & my grandchildren loved it. I did use the big, GRAND tub in there. Everywhere in the house there was attention to architectual & interior design. The elevator allowed me to participate in family activities on three of the four floors...a BIG plus! I could enter the front door ( no steps) or enter through the garage (no steps)....an unusual feature!!! I would suggest future renters bring a port-a-pot to set over the master toilet so they have handles to use as there aren't any bars. The kitchen walkway around the island was tight for my powerchair, but moving the chairs from the bar made it more accessible. Would I rent this property again? ABSOLUTELY!!! Our family had a GREAT time enjoying one another & interacting in this house & at Grand Lake.
Recommended for:People with disabilities, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Golden Toad Christmas Party
Guest: Sara65
(Highlands Ranch, CO )
Date of Stay: 12/17/10
Review Submitted: 12/20/10
We rented this house for a Christmas Party/ mountain getaway for our volunteers who help us throughout the summer at our BBQ competitions. We rent many homes throughout the year, and this was by far the best! We did have a slight hiccup with the oven not working when we cooked our Monkey Bread in the morning, but being a competition BBQ team, we came prepared with our own smoker to cook our prime rib roasts for dinner. The house was beautiful and very clean. We were a party of 12 people, and we never felt crowded. We hope to be back! We didn't see any moose, but we loved the snow! Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Guest: The S Family
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Date of Stay: 10/16/10
Review Submitted: 10/18/10
Dear John & Karen, Thank you for letting us rent your beautiful home. It was such a great weekend for us! Your home is beautiful and cozy and we loved every minute of it. What was best about the house and Grand Lake? The peaceful surroundings, the views and the beautiful home.
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Guest: KL
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Date of Stay: 07/02/10
Review Submitted: 07/09/10
I wanted to let you know that we had an absolutely fabulous time staying at your place in Grand Lake! We found a great spot (our own littlepeninsula) right on the water and spent all of Saturday lounging by Shadow Mountain Lake, swimming, playing games and making a Crayfish bake. We went into town on Sunday and then came back to the house to grill and watch a perfect view of the fireworks from the driveway. It was spectacular. The house was huge, the kitchen was perfect for all the cooking we did and we could not have had a better stay.
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Guest: Pat & Gerry
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Date of Stay: 06/02/10
Review Submitted: 06/21/10
We had the best time in your home on Shadow Mtn. It was our 50th anniversary and so all of our kids and grandkids were there. We had a moose sit at the bottom of the hill and just stare at the house. We had a mtn blue bird that flew over daily, The mtn swallows were beautiful in their bright green colors, the marmot that lives in the wood pile peeked at the kids everyday. They all caught fish in Shadow mtn lake we watched the osprey feed their babies in the nests. But best of all the big square table where we could play games and eat together was a great addition. Thanks for sharing this little bit of nature's paradise. Pat
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Guest: SS
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Date of Stay: 12/29/09
Review Submitted: 04/22/10
Thanks John!! We absolutely loved the house, all the room we had, the views were amazing – We saw an Eagle…and the fog this morning coming off the lake was breathtaking… Nothing that I could think to improve, the home is beautiful, I especially liked the warm floors, as I am always cold they were very welcoming!
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Guest: P S
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Date of Stay: 08/10/09
Review Submitted: 04/22/10
Hi John Oh my gosh! Your home is beautful! The pictures just don't do it justice! We will take excellent care of it so we can come back in the future. Thank you!
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Guest: T & P
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Date of Stay: 03/12/10
Review Submitted: 04/22/10
We loved staying in your home! We are so sorry about the late departure! It's difficult to get a group that size out the door, especially with that many kids! We were just about ready to go when they all started saying they were hungry! You will not be disappointed with a stay in this exquisite home!
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