Location: Boulder, Front Range, Colorado, USA (20 Minutes from Boulder)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
This beautiful, secluded mountain home makes you feel like you are miles from anywhere, though Boulder is just a stone’s throw away. The peaceful setting provides inspiring views over the Front Range and plains, which you can enjoy from your hammock, skychair, and even the kitchen sink. Situated at the end of a mile-long, dirt driveway, your nearest neighbors are half a mile away, and a variety of wildlife wanders through the property on a daily basis.
The house offers the comforts and warmth of a much-loved home, along with the luxuries and conveniences of a dedicated vacation rental property. The house is furnished with everything you need for a relaxing, enjoyable stay, from wildflower guides to Wusthof knives.
Boulder, which Forbes rated the "Best US Town to Live Well In" in 2008, is only a 20-minute drive away, and lives up to its name. Boulder Creek provides a focus for tubing, hiking and biking, and the town is well-endowed with restaurants, coffee shops and other attractions.
Closer to home, the charming, historic town of Gold Hill offers an insight to the area's mining roots. In less than 30 minutes, you can be driving or biking on the Peak-to-Peak scenic byway (which will take you to Rocky Mountain National Park), or enjoying the spectacular hiking and wildflowers in the extensive Indian Peaks Wilderness Area.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: High quality linens throughout
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed: With new Simmons Beautyrest mattress in the master bedroom
- Queen Bed: With Simmons Advanced Back Care mattress in the Queen Room;
- Bunk Bed: Custom-made, oversized (X-long and X-wide twin) and very sturdy (almost impossible to move!).
- Convertible Bed: Comfortable queen-sized sleeper futon in the office.
- Crib: We can supply a crib if requested
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite): 46" flat screen LCD display
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Includes extensive cooking tools and utensils, Cuisinart coffee maker and grinder, toaster, blender, Wusthof knives, electric kettle.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: LG stainless french door refridgerator
- Dishwasher: Bosch stainless dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: The deck wraps around three sides of the house and has great views, where it is not shaded by Aspen trees.
- Balcony: The master bedroom has a walk-out balcony with table and chairs.
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- Radiant floor heating; i-Home alarm clocks with i-pod docking stations in master and queen bedrooms
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: We have a netted-in trampoline, an archery range, swings, and a selection of toys and books for kids
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Archery range with a variety of bows; netted trampoline.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Fall 2009 rates: $250/night .. $1375/week
2010 off-peak rates: $260/night .. $1500/week .. $5000/month
2010 peak rates: $300/night .. $1750/week .. $6,500/month
Peak dates: May 5-11, May 27-Sept 6 inclusive.
Minimum stay 3 nights.
Damage deposit = $500 (authorized, but not charged), cleaning fee = $150.
50% deposit to book.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1997
Why the Owner Chose Boulder
The house has been our family home for 12 years. We fell in love with the peaceful, mountain setting and the views.
The Unique Benefits of this House
Being "so close and yet so far" from civilization; beautiful views; your own mini Aspen grove; beds you'll find hard to get out of; a fun trampoline (ask your kids!); quiet (yes, it's reeeeeally quiet here); extensive hiking and biking trails; a fully equipped kitchen; wraparound deck.
Property Photos
- Enjoy dinner on the patio, looking down to the plains - Boulder, Colorado Mountain View Vacation Home
- Expansive views over the back of the Front Range and plains - Boulder, Colorado Mountain View Vacation Home
- Stunning, huge master bedroom with balcony and yoga space - Boulder, Colorado Mountain View Vacation Home
- High quality furniture and linens throughout
- Enjoy the spacious walk-in shower and clawfoot bathtub in the master bath
- Even doing dishes can be a joy with a view over Boulder
- Cathedral ceiling in the living room gives it an airy feel
- The queen bedroom has the best views in the house.
- Large kids bedroom with oversized, sturdy bunk; furnished with toys and books
- Lively, Italian tile and clawfoot tub in the lower bath
- Fully functional office with queen sleeper futon
- Dine out on the patio with views over the Front Range
- Relax in the hammock or sky chair on the wraparound deck
- Kids will love the trampoline
- Sunrise and sunsets can be spectacular
- The historic mining town of Gold Hill is less than ten minutes drive
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We have thoroughly enjoyed every moment of our time in your peaceful retreat. You have thought of all the details, adn we very much appreciate you providing a crib at such short notice. The kids loved all the toys, the trampoline, the swings and dress-up clothes, not to mention the bunk beds, which provided hours of entertainment. We will be sad to leave the peace and quiet and waking up to the amazing sun the master bedroom. You have done a beautiful job of taking advantage of such a beautiful location and providing all the amenities. Thanks for letting us share Mountain Sun (Simon, Kelly, Jack, Mia and Liam Twigger, Milwaukee, WI).
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"Don't know what made the deeper impression - the silent stillness with only a gently breeze to break the solitude, or watching the sunlight creep over the valley below as the day greeted us. Great location for exploring the local sites, but there is lots to see just walking around. Thanks for sharing". Kevin Lightfoot, Frisco, TX.
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"I loved the archery range and the trampoline. There were great trees to climb and boulders. Then the hammock and chair were really relaxing". Austin Lightfoot (age 12), Frisco, TX.
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"We loved your mountain wilderness retreat! The boys enjoyed the archery and we enjoyed the picturesque views as well as the many photos inside. We particularly appreciated the wood stove on rainy hights to keep us toasty warm, and found Summerville and Gold Hill full of character and charm". Shelly Lightfoot, Frisco, TX.
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"We just loved our week here and felt right at home. The kids thoroughly enjoyed the swing set, trampoline, toys and kids' room. Every detail was thought of for a comfy stay, and we appreciated your hospitality and kindness very much....Watching the stars and Denver lights appear became a nightly ritual, and we loved lounging on all the deck chairs... Thank you and we hope to return some day in the future". Neil and Cheri Brien, Austin, TX.
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"Wonderful week of beauty and rest. Thanks for sharing your wonderful home with us". Paula Benge, Enid, OK.
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"Loved it! My room was amazing :)" Brooke Cherokee Benge (age 14), Enid, OK.
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"Great time.. great views. Just far enough way from, but close enough to, EVERYTHING". Stuart Benge, Enid, OK.