Great holiday in Divide

Guest: Dina (UK) (Northallerton, UK)
Date of Stay: 08/17/09 Review Submitted: 11/06/09

My husband, son, daughter and I spent 6 days in the cabin in August. It was the highlight of our trip to America this year. The cabin made a fantastic base from which to explore the local area. It was very clean, extremely comfortable and well equipped. The cabin offers wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. We all enjoyed watching the wildlife, particularly the humming birds feeding from the feeder located on the porch. During our stay we also saw blue jays, deer, squirrels and two calves. We particularly liked the “eco-friendliness” of the cabin. The solar power was able to cater for almost all of our energy needs, although the back-up generator did step in to provide additional power if required. We would definitely recommend the cabin to anyone looking for a fantastic holiday home from which to explore the many local attractions.

Owner response:Thanks Scott and Dina, I'm quite flattered that our vacation home was the "highlight of your trip to America!" We hope that you and your family can come back soon. Thank You, Brad and Laura

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with teenagers.

Relaxing getaway to end our Snowboarding Vacation!

Guest: Kristi (Houston Tx)
Date of Stay: 01/13/12 Review Submitted: 01/18/12

We had a wonderful time at the Cabin! Everything and more was available to us(spices, cooking utensils, condiments, towels, etc) It was a very relaxing home and we did not want to leave! We will defiantly be back some day! The views were also amazing!

Owner response:We're so glad you had a relaxing time! Thanks for choosing Mountain Sun cabin. Brad and Laura

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

Romantic Getaway 1/9/12-1/11/12

Guest: Janell (Colorado Springs)
Date of Stay: 01/09/12 Review Submitted: 01/11/12

My husband and I are thrilled with our two night stay at this cabin. It is thoroughly modern and clean. Beautifully located. Completely stocked for every eventuality. the pictures on the website accurately reflect the appearance, although I would add that you can see the back of Pike's Peak from the windows! We loved the fireplace and hot tub. It was a perfect place to unwind and reconnect just as a couple during his R & R from his 9 month Army deployment. However, we did note games and movies in the cabin that our teen and preteen kids would have enjoyed! I was especially grateful that Brad and Laura were willing to work with me if my husband's R & R dates changed, so that we could take advantage of our deposit at some date! We highly recommend Mueller's State Park, and Florrisant Fossil Beds for snowshoeing and hiking. We also highly recommend McQuinty's Pub and Grill in Divide! Cripple Creek has some great sights and tours as well for varying age groups. All in all, this was perfect for us and would suit families, as well.

Owner response:We're so glad you had some romantic time together after so much time apart! Thanks for choosing Mountain Sun cabin and for the great review. Brad and Laura

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

Simply Perfection

Guest: Marci H. (Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 11/23/11 Review Submitted: 01/10/12

As soon as I read this property's description, I couldn't wait to see it. Little did I know, it would be even better than I imagined! We stayed here for our annual Thanksgiving getaway. Everything we needed was right there. This spacious house is in a secluded location with an amazing view of Pikes Peak. It was wonderful for the two of us (we live in a 800-sq. ft. apartment) to spread out... and we barely even went upstairs where there was another bathroom and three more beds! It would be a great space for a family with children (lots of baby gear available) or 2-3 couples. We enjoyed cooking our meals in the updated, well-appointed kitchen (and grill on the patio). We always bring a few odds and ends from our kitchen "just in case" a rental property doesn't happen to have everything we need. The only thing we had to pull out of our stash was parchment paper for our biscuits! There was an ample supply of everything we needed. The owners thought of everything- there was even a cooler and freezer blocks for us to use. We appreciated being able to relax in front of the fireplace- reading, playing one of the board games provided, watching satellite TV or just plain vegging out in the cozy environment. We took full advantage of the hot tub in the mornings, afternoons AND evenings. The view of the night sky was stunning. Living in a city, you forget how many stars are out there... we could even see the Milky Way. Turning off the hot tub jets afforded us the opportunity to listen to the quiet only broken by howling of coyotes (and the occasional car). It was a real bonus to stay in a solar-powered home and we found ourselves conserving power AND water more than we normally would at home... and have continued to do so in our daily lives! The area was really beautiful and convenient. We enjoyed just relaxing in the cabin, but also loved taking a tour (reservations required) at the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center and a few short hikes at Mueller State Park. There is a small grocery store in the town of Divide- it has all of the basics needed to cook meals in the cabin. There is also a gas station and a few small restaurants and shops. The owners were super responsive and helpful when I called with a question about the sound system for the TV. We felt so at home because of the attention to detail and comfort provided by the owners in this home. We will stay here again and have already referred friends!

Owner response:Thank you so much for choosing Mountain Sun cabin for your Thanksgiving getaway. We're so glad you had a great stay. Thanks for the referrals too! Brad and Laura

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

Simply the best!!!

Guest: Shelly (Omaha, NE US)
Date of Stay: 01/05/12 Review Submitted: 01/09/12

We selected Mountain Sun due to the location and external hot tub but were simply blown away by the beauty of the cabin and surroundings. To top off the experience, Brad and Laura's attention to detail was second to none. Everything anyone could want or need was available and they were even so kind as to make sure all was acceptable once we arrived. The cabin is amazing and very "green" which was wonderful. The entire property was spotless and very well maintained. I would highly recommend this property to anyone!

Owner response:Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Mountain Sun cabin! Brad and Laura

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

Christmas Family Vacation

Guest: squeakie (Fredericksburg)
Date of Stay: 12/22/11 Review Submitted: 12/31/11

We had the best time. We loved the place the property was so nice. The house had everything we needed. The Christmas tree was nice to have. We enjoyed the views and peace and quiet!! Everything was nice and clean. The house was up to date and the furniture was nice and clean and up to date. They had made our trip a nice one. The location for us was perfect. We love to be out and not be around alot of people so we can relax and have quiet. The photos on the web site were nice. the only thing was coming in at night we missed the turn didnt see the road sign. It could be marked better but that would require a big sign and we all know thats not always possible. All was great!!

Owner response:We're so glad that you had a great Christmas vacation at Mountain Sun cabin. Thanks for staying with us. We'll talk to the county about a bigger road sign! Thanks, Brad and Laura

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

Loved it!!!!

Guest: Kristy (Texas)
Date of Stay: 11/18/11 Review Submitted: 11/27/11

This cabin was everything I wanted and more! The pictures and description do not do it justice because it was much better in person! Super clean, well built and maintained...loved the decor. First experience with solar power and now we are looking into putting it at our house! They truly thought of everything you could possibly need while staying there. If you have very small children you won't have to lug all that extra equipment with you. I actually loved cooking in the gorgeous kitchen and didn't mind doing laundry! We had planned a lot of activities but ended up just spending a lot of time in the cabin playing games, watching movies (all provided), exploring the property and enjoying the views!! I would definitely recommend this house and look forward to coming back soon. I have a great memory of it already because my boyfriend proposed to me during our trip at the cabin!! The owners are very helpful with anything needed (just wished we could have met them in person). Do not hesitate to rent this property!!

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

Wonderful!!!

Guest: The Farmer's (Parker, CO)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11 Review Submitted: 10/29/11

We had such a great time staying here. Everything was perfect!! This was a very child friendly house, as we took a 3 year old and 1 year old. They had a closet full of toys and games that our kids loved to play with, as well as all of the necessities including a highchair, booster seat, baby gate, pack and play, etc. There is so much open space around the house to hike and walk around. There are also lots of attractions nearby for the kiddos or outdoor activities. We will DEFINITELY be back!! Thanks Brad & Laura!

Owner response:Thank you so much for choosing our vacation rental. We do try to provide all of the baby/child items because we know it's alot to bring. Hope to see you back soon! Brad and Laura

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

Best Cabin in Divide

Guest: Devin (Portland Oregon)
Date of Stay: 10/13/11 Review Submitted: 10/19/11

We rented the cabin for a long weekend last weekend and it was the most wonderful cabin we have stayed in by far. The cabin has wonderful views of the mountains and valleys. Its location is perfect. when you get out to the cabin it feels like your a million miles away from the loud busy world. Its so peaceful and quiet. Its decorated wonderfully to match the rustic outdoors yet has all the modern conveniences of our own home. The kitchen was wonderful and spacious. The huge windows in the living room let in so much light and the view was amazing....We spent every night on the porch or in the hot tub. We have stayed at many cabins in the area and this one by far was the best. We will be making this our vacation getaway every time we are in the area. We enjoyed ourselves so much. Its the best place to let go of the real world and slip away for a few days and relax in complete comfort. The owners are wonderful. Brad and Laura were on vacation in Germany and still all arrangements were made with no problems at all. A wonderful stress free getaway who could ask for more.

Owner response:Thanks so much for the great review! We're so glad that you chose our vacation rental. Brad and Laura

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

Loved it!!

Guest: Kara (IL)
Date of Stay: 09/05/11 Review Submitted: 09/13/11

We loved this cabin! The cabin, view and land were so beautiful and we had such a great time. Brad and Laura were wonderful. Our 2 year old especially loved the steps leading up to the loft area and all the toys and books! A really nice place for relaxing after a day of sightseeing and the fireplace added such a homey touch. Thank you so much for a wonderful time!!

Owner response:Thanks so much for choosing our vacation rental! We're glad you had a wonderful time. Brad and Laura

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