Location: Golden, Denver Metro, Denver Area, Colorado, USA (40 Minutes to Denver International Airport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
This architect designed custom home is located on the western slope of Lookout Mountain west of Golden, Colorado. It is a unique three story contemporary passive solar house with breathtaking views of the Continental Divide from many rooms and the deck. There are four bedrooms, a den/library and a large family room in this 4,000+ square foot home. There are 2 gas fireplaces and 2 wood fireplaces to provide you with warmth and ambiance. You can enjoy sitting in a window seat in the master bedroom with a wonderful view of the Continental Divide or relax in the queen bed while being warmed by the fireplace. There is an outstanding mountain view from the 2 person hot tub in the master bathroom. Another bedroom has a queen bed, the third bedroom has a full size futon, and the fourth bedroom has a bunk bed with two twin beds. The kitchen is spacious and well equipped. The large dining room table provides amble room for group meals. You can enjoy gathering in the spacious family room or sleep on the LazyBoy queen sleeper sofa by the gas fireplace. There are 2 thick queen air mattresses available if needed or preferred. For the ambitious there is exercise equipment available, including a treadmill and Total Gym. One can enjoy contemplation and solitude in the small teahouse on the property.
This home has Wi-Fi so that a lap top can be set up anywhere in the house or deck. Enjoy cable TV in almost every room and free telephone calls to anywhere in the USA.
Wildlife is abundant and varied on the 1.3 acres of ponderosa pine, blue spruce and fir. Enjoy watching the deer, elk, fox and turkeys from the deck or large picture windows. Hummingbirds, as well as many other birds are abundant in the Spring, Summer and Fall. The property is at 7,350 feet elevation, private and secluded, yet has easy access to Denver, Gilpin County casinos, and skiing in Summit County or Winter Park. Located less than 5 minutes from I70, you can be at Denver International Airport in 40 minutes, dining in Denver in 20 minutes, or skiing at Loveland in 45 minutes. Other Summit County ski resorts are only an hour away. You can even visit scenic Rocky Mountain National Park since it is a pleasant 90 minutes away through Boulder. Enjoy a concert at the famous Red Rocks amphitheater only 10 minutes away or enjoy the T-Rex tracks at Dinosaur Ridge National Natural Landmark right next door. Central City and Black Hawk casinos are a very scenic 20 minute drive away. Historic Golden, with the Coors Brewery and the Colorado Railroad Museum, is only 10 minutes away and offers many shopping and dining opportunities. Lookout Mountain is the site of Buffalo Bill Cody’s grave and museum and is only a few minutes away. In the spring, fall and summer you can hike or bike from the house or drive a short distance to parks and trails which offer outstanding terrain and vistas. In the winter you can often snowshoe or cross country ski from the house. Only a few minutes away, Jefferson County maintains the historic Boettcher Mansion as a venue for weddings and special gatherings. It is a large well maintained Tudor style mansion built after the turn of the 20th century. You can enjoy a self-guided nature trail from the Nature Center Museum on the property.
So come and spend a few days, a week, or more with us and discover wonderful Colorado and all it has to offer.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Washer is in the unit laundry room. Iron and ironing board provided.
- Dryer: Dryer is in the unit laundry room.
- Linens Provided
- Garage: 2 car attached garage.
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed: Twin Beds.
- Convertible Bed: Queen Size Lazy Boy Sleeper Sofa. Full size futon.
- Crib: Portable crib available.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4)
- DVD
- VCR
- Private Hot Tub: 2 person hot tub in the master bathroom.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Fully equipped kitchen with all the appliances, equipment and utensils needed to prepare, serve and eat a meal.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: There are upper and lower decks.
- Gazebo: There is a small Japanese tea house on the property that is great for meditation.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Breathtaking view to the west of the Continental Divide. Great sunsets over the mountains.
- Communications
- Telephone (6)
- Free Long Distance: Free long distance calls to anywhere in the USA through Comcast.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Wi-Fi is available throughout the house and deck.
- Other Amenities
- There is exercise equipment in the house, including a treadmill, Total Gym, weights and a Pilates ball.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Up to 2 WELL BEHAVED AND HOUSE BROKEN small to medium size dogs will be considered.
- Kid Friendly: There are stairs in this house. Child gates available on request.
- Smoking Not Allowed: NO SMOKING - NO EXCEPTIONS. Take great care if smoking outside since wooded site.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Nightly .. $250/night(3 Night Min) (Up to 6 People-$25/nt for Each Addtnl Person)
Weekly ..$1500/week (Up to 6 People-$150/wk for Each Addtnl Person)
Small to Medium Size Pets Considered - $20/nt/Pet with $150 Pet Deposit.
$250 Reservation/Damage Deposit, Returned After Satisfactory Inspection.
$125 Cleaning Fee Per Stay. 4.6% Sales tax will be added to each reservation
Christmas and Thanksgiving Holidays, Minimum Stay a Week.
50% + Deposit Due with Reservation, Balance Due 30 Days Before Arrival.
Inquire About Monthly Rates.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Unique Mountain Home, Ideal Location, Breathtaking Views
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Golden
We bought this property because of it's ideal location on Lookout Mountain in the foothills of Denver, Colorado. It is close to skiing in the winter and biking and hiking in the other seasons. The home has breathtaking views of the Continental Divide and Clear Creek Canyon from many rooms. We can watch deer, elk, turkeys and hummingbirds from our deck or the very large windows, surrounded by ponderosa pine, fir and blue spruce. The 1.3 acre property is secluded and private, yet very convenient to all the places we like to go.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We love the spectacular mountain views and the central location to the ski slopes, the casinos in Blackhawk or the many attractions to be found in Golden and Denver. We enjoy biking and hiking on wonderful trails and roads right from the house. Our home is very comfortable and roomy with 4,000+ square feet of living space, yet the rooms do not feel uncomfortably large. We like having the four fireplaces/stoves. They add to the cozy ambiance on cold winter days.
Owner's Map of Golden
My husband and I came to Colorado 30 years ago and we love living here. We were married just up the street at the Boettcher Mansion. We love the mountains and all the wonderful and varied activities available to enjoy in the area. I am an architect, so this house is very special to me because it is such a unique contemporary structure. It fits into the hillside well and has large 2 story windows on the south side of the home that let in great light and warmth, which is especially appreciated in the winter. There is a trombe wall which contributes to the effectiveness of the passive solar design. We have lots of sun in Colorado, so it is a great place for passive solar design.
Property Photos
- Entrance to Main Living Level - Dining on the Upper Deck - Home in Golden, Colorado with Mountain Views and 2 person Hot Tub, 10 minutes from the Colorado Railroad Museum
- View of South Exterior Elevation and Lower Deck from Upper Deck - Home in Golden, Colorado with Mountain Views and 2 person Hot Tub, 10 minutes from the Colorado Railroad Museum
- Living Room with Fireplace and Mountain Views - Home in Golden, Colorado with Mountain Views and 2 person Hot Tub, 10 minutes from the Colorado Railroad Museum
- Dining Room and Living Room with Fireplace
- View of Continental Divide from Living Room Sit-In Bay Window
- Well Equiped Spacious Eat-in Kitchen
- Master Bedroom with Queen Bed and Fireplace with Window Seat to Enjoy the View
- Guest Bedroom with Queen Bed
- Guest Bedroom with Full Size Futon
- Master Bath with Hot Tub and Mountain Views
- Family Room with Lazy Boy Queen Sleeper Sofa and Gas Stove
- Lower Deck with Mountain View
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