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)
Keywords: House
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 king pillow top bed while being warmed by the fireplace. There is an outstanding mountain view from the hot tub in the master bathroom. Another bedroom has a queen bed, the third bedroom has another queen bed, 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 ample 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 3 thick full size and 1 twin size air mattresses available if needed or preferred. For the ambitious there is exercise equipment available, including a Treadmill, Nordic Track, weights 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 time 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
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed (2) : Twin Beds.
- Convertible Bed (2) : Queen Size Lazy Boy Sleeper Sofa. Full size futon.
- Crib : Portable crib available.
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Hot tub in the master bathroom.
- Cable/Satellite TV (6)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : A dozen videos
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Fully equipped kitchen with all the appliances, equipment and utensils needed to prepare, serve and eat a meal.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Brand new set of stainless steel pots and pans.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Weber grill
- Deck/Patio (2) : 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, Nordic Track, Total Gym, weights and a Pilates ball.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Up to 2 WELL BEHAVED AND HOUSE BROKEN small to medium size dogs or cats will be considered.
- Kid Friendly : There are stairs in this house. Child gates available.
- Smoking Not Allowed : NO SMOKING - NO EXCEPTIONS. Take great care if smoking outside since wooded site.
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Other Activities
- Our house is very close to the Red Rocks Amphitheater.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Minimum 30 day rental. Inquire for availability. Discount on multiple month rental
1 MONTH = $3,000 + EACH ADDITIONAL WEEK IS $750 - $1500 + each add. day is $250
Long term lease considered. Rent negotiable. WE ACCEPT CHECK OR CREDIT CARD
Small to Medium Size Pets Considered - Rate negotiable with $150 Pet Deposit.
$250-500 Reservation/Damage Deposit, Returned After Satisfactory Inspection.
$125 Cleaning Fee Per Stay will be added to each reservation.
50% cost + Deposit Due with Reservation, Balance Due 30 Days Before Arrival.
Add 3%(USA)or 4%(International)service charge to use a credit card.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- Dining Room and Living Room with Fireplace
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- View of Continental Divide from Living Room Sit-In Bay Window
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- Well Equiped Spacious Eat-in Kitchen
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- Master Bedroom with King Bed and Fireplace with Window Seat to Enjoy the View
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- Guest Bedroom with Queen Bed
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- Guest Bedroom with Queen Bed
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- Master Bath with Hot Tub and Mountain Views
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- Family Room with Lazy Boy Queen Sleeper Sofa and Gas Stove
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- Lower Deck with Mountain View
Traveler Reviews (24)
Our family didn’t want to leave this house at all!
Guest: Amol
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Date of Stay: 10/05/10
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
We enjoyed our stay very much. The house is lovely and we had a lot of fun spotting elk, deer and turkeys in the yard. We’ve never seen a house as great as yours, not to mention the beautiful views! The kids loved the bunk beds and bookcase bathroom. Our family didn’t want to leave this house at all! Colorado was an excellent choice for a vacation thanks to you and your house. We had a great time and can’t thank you enough!
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Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us
Guest: Norman
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Date of Stay: 08/27/10
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
Our first trip to Colorado was wonderful. Your lovely home provided our three generations of family, time to bond and experience your state’s beauty. Highlights included rafting the Colorado River, seeing Nora Jones perform at Red Rocks, horseback riding in Idaho Springs, biking Vail pass, fishing on Boulder Creek, and taking in city life in Boulder and Denver. As previous guests have mentioned, we all loved the frequent wildlife visits of turkey, mule deer and elk. The bookcase bathroom and hot tub were also show stoppers. We enjoyed many candlelight dinners out on the deck without any bugs! Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us.
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Had a great time in your lovely house
Guest: Peter and Alison(UK)
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Date of Stay: 08/13/10
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
Had a great time in your lovely house. Enjoyed the views and the hot tub. Had great trips out. Enjoyed Denver, Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Thanks from the UK.
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Thanks so much for the use of your beautiful home
Guest: Mellissa, Matt and Eliott
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Date of Stay: 08/06/10
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
Thank you so much for the use of your beautiful home. It was perfect for us! Close to our wedding, nature, and many wonderful events. We liked looking outside everyday and seeing turkeys and being so close to places and events. The boys, my husband and I had a wonderful time. Elliott had fun on the train. Sincere thanks.
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Great to experience that Rocky Mountain High
Guest: Joe, Kathy, Alysse, Megan and Nick
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Date of Stay: 08/06/10
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
We shared the house with Melissa and Matt’s family. There was plenty of room for both families. The house was large but cozy at the same time. It was great to experience that “Rocky Mountain High” overlooking the mountains, but close enough to the city. We enjoyed horse back riding, rafting Clear Creek, the Georgetown loop train, Buffalo Bill’s Grave, the Aquarium, Bear Creek Lake and Evergreen. We enjoyed the many local eateries. Of course the herds of elk and flocks of wild turkeys roaming the hood was the highlight for the kids and adults too! The drive up Mt. Evans was a white knuckles thriller! Thanks for opening your home.
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Thanks for sharing your lovely piece of paradise
Guest: Dirkes, Jimmie Lee and Jill
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Date of Stay: 07/18/10
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely piece of paradise. Loved the wild turkeys and deer outside. The kids loved the secret bookcase bathroom. Sincere Thanks.
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We had a wonderful time here with the family
Guest: Tom and Bev
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Date of Stay: 07/10/10
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
We had a wonderful time here with the family. It was a mini family vacation topped off with a beautiful wedding! Our daughter got married and we were able to be here for the special day. Thank you, thank you!
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It was so nice waking up to the mountains
Guest: Nancy
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Date of Stay: 07/05/10
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
We highly appreciate you giving us the chance to spend time in your absolutely stunning house. Coming from Texas, it is so different, for instance the view. It was so nice waking up to the mountains every morning. This house perfectly satisfied our expectations of fitting 3 families in one household. We enjoyed staying in this house for our softball tournament. Thanks a lot.
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Really enjoyed the proximity to everything
Guest: April and Brad
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Date of Stay: 06/26/10
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
Beautiful views. We enjoyed the deck and the sunsets. Really enjoyed the proximity to everything: Denver and Golden, Red Rocks Canyon, hiking to the West and Lookout Mountain. Thanks.
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This is a great space for a family reunion
Guest: James and Nancy
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Date of Stay: 06/07/10
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
We met here in Golden, coming from all across the country for many celebrations: Mom’s 60th birthday, 3 year and 1 year wedding anniversaries and a 6 month birthday! The house and surrounding area offered the perfect setting for hiking, cooking delicious meals, playing cards, animal watching, and just relaxing. We especially loved the bookshelf bathroom, the very well-equipped kitchen and the bay window (through which we got to see an amazing sunset our last night here). Thanks for sharing this wonderful space with us! This is a great space for a family reunion.
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