Location: Colorado Springs, South Central, Colorado, USA (Historic Old North End "Downtown")
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
A charming Victorian porch greets you as you enter this fully-remodeled 1909 darling cottage with Parisian-inspired decor. Carmel coated hardwood floors extend throughout the living space while curled and clad chandeliers hang from the ceilings.
Relax in the sitting room or enjoy the modern day conveniences of cable television with HBO, a DVD/CD and VCR player, wireless Internet, or telephone with free long-distance. There is a large DVD/VCR collection to choose from.
The bistro kitchen boasts of colorful views of the garden, stocked pantry with breakfast foods, spices, candy, snacks, coffee and tea cart, antique dinnerware, a brand new 5-burner gas stove and brand new refrigerator, luxurious granite countertops and a complimentary bottle of wine. Pack the wicker picnic basket with lunch or dinner and escape under the shade of a tree in one of the nearby parks.
After dinner, reflect in the enchanting garden and be enveloped with the scent of fragrant herbs, blooming flowers and the refreshing Colorado breeze.
Retire for the evening in the alcove bedroom in a luxurious king-sized bed wrapped in crisp white linen sheets and sumptuous down comforter. A queen-sized Pottery Barn sleeper sofa in the living room offers a peaceful night’s rest with a top-of-the-line mattress and linens.
Located in the desirable Downtown “Old North-End” on historic Cascade Avenue. Access to Interstate-25 only a few blocks away. Less than 5 minutes away from the Central Business District offering quaint cafes, fine dining, art museums, spacious parks, and charming boutiques. 6 Miles from the South Gate of the Air Force Academy.
Within 10 minutes of the 5-Star Broadmoor resort and Colorado Springs’ own event center, The World Arena. Minutes from Old Colorado City, Colorado College (on the same street), Manitou Springs, Garden of the Gods, the Olympic Training Center, and the Fine Arts Center. UCCS is a short 5 minute drive away. Safeway and Walgreens within a few blocks. One block North of Penrose Hospital. Perfect for family members staying with patients. Take advantage of on-site private parking.
No attention to detail has been missed with this charming cottage.
Weekly rental rate will apply regardless of length of stay during peak season (April-September)
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: Full Size Washer and Dryer in Cottage.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Luxury Linens with Down Comforters and Luxury SPA Towels and Washcloths
- Beds
- King Bed: King Size Plush Pillow Top Mattress with Antique Cast Iron Bed and Luxury White Linens Envelope You While You Sleep.
- Convertible Bed: Thick Comfortable Pottery Barn Sleeper Sofa in Queen Size with Luxury Linens and Down Comforters.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Full Cable with HBO and HBO on Demand.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library (2) : Large DVD and VCR Library to Choose from.
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Kitchen is Loaded with Every Cooks Needs to Include Antique Dishes, Glasses, Wine Glasses, Pots and Pans, Serving Ware, Silverware, Gadgets Galore, Blender, New 5 Burner Gas Stove, New Refrigerator, granite counters, Toaster, Waffle Iron, Spices, Basic Pantry Items, snacks, candy, condiments, breakfast foods, hot chocolate, etc. There is a Coffee and Tea Cart and Wicker Picnic Basket with Plates, Silverware, Wine Glasses and Vintage Linens.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything You Should Need and Then Some.
- Refrigerator
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Perfect space to grill up your dinner on a new grill and sit on the patio in the English style garden.
- Deck/Patio: Darling Parisian Style Bistro Table and Chairs in Back Yard on Tumbled Travertine Patio.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Views of Pikes Peak and the Rocky Mountains Right from the Front Door.
- Communications
- Telephone: In Unit Telephone.
- Free Long Distance: Free Long Distance to US and Canada.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Iron, Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Vacuum, Huge Closet. If you are staying longer than 2 weeks, I will provide cleaning service.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: This is a case by case basis depending on the type of animal and there will be an extra non-refundable fee.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): There are only 2 steps (with railing) to get in the cottage and all living space is on one level. There are hand bars on the bathtub.
- Kid Friendly: Only well behaved children.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking Allowed Only Outside.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- 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
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Pikes Peak, Air Force Academy, Cave of the Winds, Seven Falls, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, Garden of the Gods, Old Colorado City Historic District, Manitou Springs, Olympic Training Center, The Broadmoor, Flying W Ranch, Ft. Carson, Peterson AFB, Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Santa's Workshop and much much more in this great vacation city.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$99/night special for selected 09 fall and 10 winter dates. Please inquire
$135/night all inclusive up to 4 persons/peak season/holidays
Complimentary breakfast foods, snacks, candy, etc.
Complimentary bottle of wine on arrival.
2 night minimum. 4 night for holidays & special events
$200 refundable deposit at booking. Paypal, checks & Credit Cards Accepted
Easy payment options
********NO CLEANING FEE********
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Colorado Springs
I choose this location because of the historic nature of this area of Colorado Springs. It's called the "Old North End" where cottages intertwine with 7,000 sq. ft. mansions. The area started being built in the late 1800's but most along this historic street are early 1900's. This house was built in 1909. I was told by a neighbor that before it was ever a house (before 1909), it used to be a chicken coop for a farm. I thought that a little funny. No signs of it anymore though.
It is just a few blocks to the I-25 corridor and is minutes from the city center. You can get virtually anywhere in the city within 20 minutes from this location.
I have lived in Colorado Springs for 30 years and know the area quite well so I can give you advice or help in any area you need.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
This adorable cottage is 100 years old. It has been upgraded and updated. It has the original hardwood fir floors that have been restored to the original lustre. You can sit on the Victorian front porch looking at the mountains and wonder what life would have been like 100 years ago at that same spot.
I chose to decorate in a Parisian inspired decor that is light & airy with a bit of romance because after all, Paris is the "City of Romance" and my favorite city in the world.
Each piece in the cottage was thoughtfully and lovingly selected for either comfort or design. There are some antiques mixed in with the new. In the kitchen, antique dishes sit aside stainless steel cutlery and crystal wine glasses.
The pièce de résistance of this property are the stunning gardens that envelope the entire corner lot. Winding paths and beds filled with herbs, flowers and bushes that thrive in the Colorado air. It is really breathtaking to sit on the patio in the back and enjoy the outdoors or sit in the front admiring the mountains and the city views.
Property Photos
- Charming Victorian Cottage in Colorado Springs Old North End - Colorado Springs, Colorado Vacation Cottage with Mountain Views
- Living ~ Sitting Room - Colorado Springs, Colorado Vacation Cottage with Mountain Views
- Dining area with vintage chandelier - Colorado Springs, Colorado Vacation Cottage with Mountain Views
- Alcove Bedroom with Luxurious King Bed and high end linens & down
- Bistro Kitchen w/5 burner gas stove & granite counters
- Kitchen looking out toward back gardens
- Private back patio and garden with bistro set and grill with mountains
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We had a wonderful stay at your charming cottage. We were able to cook for and do laundry for our freshman daughter who plays volleyball at UCCS. Thank you for all the special touches. We hope to stay with you again. Mary
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Loved your cottage, and all that you provide. Hope next year when we return, it is available. You are a nice person Karen. Johnni.
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Karen, we had a wonderful comfortable stay. I hate to leave! Thank you for all the special touches ~ you have a wonderful talent for this. John, Kate, Cooper and Sonya.
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What a fabulous place! The garden is simply WONDERFUL! The house is so tastefully done. We loved it. We had a great time in Colorado Springs and we got to see our son at the AFA!
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We really liked the house. It had everything we needed and more. Thank for Karen for helping our vacation be totally amazing!