Location: Crested Butte, Crested Butte Area, Southwest, Colorado, USA View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Home
This historic 1800s mining cabin has been extensively renovated with a large log addition. It is perfectly situated right in the heart of Crested Butte, just one block from restaurants,shopping and the free shuttle to the ski area. Hiking and biking trails are steps away. This home has three bedrooms, two full baths with jacuzzi tub (both bathrooms have been newly renovated in 2004). This cozy, comfortable home offers the perfect place for friends and family to gather.
The sunny kitchen, has a gas cook-top, microwave, and dishwasher. The kitchen flows into a cozy living room with vaulted ceiling, maple floors, and gas log fireplace. French doors open to a small south-facing deck, fenced yard, and flower gardens... with great town and mountain views.
The log addition includes two charming rustic log main floor bedrooms, full bath, and a large mudroom with washer and dryer. Great place for all your skis or bikes. Upstairs is a large master bedroom with vaulted ceiling, queen-size bed, full bath, oak floors, and spectacular views of Mount Crested Butte.
The home is furnished with fresh linens and bedding. There are goose down comforters on all the beds. The kitchen is fully-equipped for food preparation and dining. The living area has cable TV/DVD and stereo and broadband Internet access. The yard is perfect for your canine friends. Everything in town is within easy walking distance. You can park your car because everything including hiking, biking, shopping, Nordic skiing, and the coffee shop are just steps away.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Two bedrooms with queen in each
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : One bedroom with 2 twins
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Rocky Mountains, summer wild flowers
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rates will vary based on length of stay. Please email for firm quotes.
April/May/Oct/November: Negotiable, Depends on length of stay
June: $250 per night (5 night minimum)
July-August: $275-325 per night (6 night minimum)
September: $250 per night (4 night minimum)
Thanksgiving-April 5: $250 per night (4 night minimum)
Christmas/New Years/Spring Break: $350-450 per night (6 night minimum)
Taxes 12.5%. NO OTHER CHARGES. NO SMOKING. Most dog breeds welcomed.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Crested Butte
Beautiful country...interesting people....friendly people.....a town you can still walk in and chat with everyone you see.
The Unique Benefits at this House
You can leave your car behind and walk everywhere...now that's freedom, the perfect escape! It's a 5 minute walk to everywhere. We take our son up to the top of the mountains in summer and have a picnic, and then let him mountain bike home....all downhill. The house has lots of character, as do all the people.
Owner's Map of Crested Butte
We are American diplomats; we are currently serving America's critical interests in two different countries :(, Lizzie in Iraq and Charlie in Kenya. We enjoy difficult places because it makes a difference, we think.
Our son loves America, and having visited 25 different countries and living in 6 countries on three continents, decided to attend the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. He loves boarding school (we hate it, but...) He's a baseball star, and next year we all hope he plays at the college level. He's dashingly handsome, huh?
We have lived and visited all around the world, and decided that Crested Butte would be home: it is absolutely beautiful, and has some of the most interesting, friendly, and least self-possessed people we have ever met.
Wild Iris is our home sweet home...until we quit this crazy Foreign Service life we'll share it with you.
Come check out Crested butte..you'll love it!
Property Photos
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- Night exterior shot of our vintage home - Crested Butte, CO - Colorado Vacation Rental - Cabin in the Rocky Mountains!
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- Den, kitchen and dining area - Crested Butte, CO - Colorado Vacation Rental - Cabin in the Rocky Mountains!
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- Master bedroom with queen size bed and a pullout twin - Crested Butte, CO - Colorado Vacation Rental - Cabin in the Rocky Mountains!
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- The fish bedroom with queen size bed
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- The cowboy bedroom with twin beds
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- Cool "townies" on Elk Street
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- Another Exterior view of mud room with hanging basket
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- Field of flowers - summer 2005
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- House in the middle of January 2008 - lots of great snow!
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- Downhill Mountain Biking... some cool dudes
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- Top of Mount Crested Butte... what a view!
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- Wow - take a hike and see these incredible views!
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- Patriotic flower basket on main street
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- Downhill mountain bike race - summer 2005
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- Beautiful scenic views wherever you look ...
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- Nearby Gothic
Traveler Reviews (13)
Adorable!!!!!!!!!
Guest: Ali
(Dallas)
Date of Stay: 07/17/11
Review Submitted: 08/09/11
We stayed three weeks in the Wild Iris this summer and it is just as described -- well appointed, comfy, perfect for 4 people, although we easily held 6 a few nights. The bathrooms were updated, the sheets and down comforters were wonderful, and the location can't be beat! Our schnauzer, Wally, may have had the best time of all and was so sorry to see us go back to the Dallas heat! I would highly recommend the Wild iris --- Charlie and Shay were so kind to work with.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Another great stay!
Guest: CB Wanna-be
(Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/28/11
Review Submitted: 07/21/11
Our family of 6 recently enjoyed our fourth stay at the Wild Iris. We love the Wild Iris. The accommodations are comfortable and cozy. The location is fantastic with Camp 4 coffee, the Catholic church and Elk Street all within a block. Charlie is easy to work with and Shay keeps the place in tip top condition. Love the townie bikes! Everywhere you look is like postcard. Love the Stash and the Notorious F.I.G. and Buffington.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Love it!
Guest: Austinites
(Austin,TX)
Date of Stay: 06/28/11
Review Submitted: 07/20/11
Perfect, cute, clean little house in a perfectly located area! You can bike or walk everywhere! The town is fun!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Excellent downtown Crested Butte rental
Guest: Michael
(Granite, MD)
Date of Stay: 06/20/11
Review Submitted: 07/01/11
My wife and I recently stayed for five days in the Wild Iris Guest House with our three teenage sons. We had a terrific time rafting, horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking in and around crested butte. Our stay at Wild Iris was comfortable and enjoyable. The cabin was everything that it was advertised to be and more. We especially enjoyed the downtown location, just one half block off of the main street with shopping, restaurants, etc. I would definitely recommend Wild Iris to anyone visiting the Crested Butte area.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Couldn't be bettet!
Guest: Clare
(Boulder)
Date of Stay: 06/05/11
Review Submitted: 06/06/11
We treasured every moment in the Wild Iris Guest House. It is clearly a well-loved home, with every detail attended to. The location could not be better and the house is exceptionally well provisioned, from the loaner bikes to the fabulous kitchen and very comfortable bedrooms. I highly, highly recommend this beautiful home!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
The Perfect Location for the Perfect Ski Vacation!
Guest: The Florida Group
(Longboat Key, Florida/ USA)
Date of Stay: 01/04/11
Review Submitted: 03/09/11
What an awesome place our ski vacation this year! Crested Butte was beautiful, quaint, and a fabulous mountain! And the Wild Iris was the perfect place to stay. The home was well appointed, comfortable beds, nice bathrooms, easy internet, and was in the perfect location. We could walk to the grocery, movie theaters, and all the great restaurants and shops downtown. AND it was only 1 1/2 blocks from the shuttle stop to catch the bus up to the mountain. I actually preferred staying in old town Crested Butte. If we had been on the mountain, we would have had to take the shuttle just to buy groceries! Thank you to the Slaters and their home, Wild Iris, for making our ski vacation a memorable experience!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great house, centrally located and comfortable
Guest: Ashley
(Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 09/15/10
Review Submitted: 02/28/11
We stayed at Wild Iris for almost a week during the early fall. We were pleasantly surprised with the location and walking distance to main street with coffee shops, restaurants and walking trails close by. We loved the backyard and cruiser bikes the owners provided, very handy. The owners were very kind to even extend our stay by one night for free since it was available - we took advantage! Thanks again for everything and plan to be back this year.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderrful, well kept, 3 bedroom home in the heart of town
Guest: Ed
(St. Louis, MO)
Date of Stay: 07/17/10
Review Submitted: 02/28/11
We rented this home in 2008 & 2009. We tried to rent it in 2010 but it was already booked. I highly recommend this home to anyone visiting Crested Butte. It is in the best location in Crested Butte, if you want to be in downtown.The owners are proud of their home and keep it in excellent condition.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful house perfectly situated in Crested Butte town.
Guest: Happy renters
(Colorado, usa)
Date of Stay: 02/22/11
Review Submitted: 02/28/11
We had a wonderful stay at this property. The house was warm and comfortable and we felt very lucky to be there when 2 feet of snow fell and the town was a winter wonderland. The owners and property managers could not have been nicer or more helpful. My emails were returned incredibly quickly when i had a question or asked for a late check-out. We are a family of 3 with a small dog and the house was a perfect size for us. The bus system in Crested Butte is excellent, so a car was unnecessary. We walked everywhere. The house was well appointed: great cooking pots, some cool African art, internet, nice towels. We would definitely recommend this property on all counts. We would return to the same house without shopping around for other options. It was a good value and a fabulous location. Thank you for a great 5 days in Crested Butte.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
An Idyllic Spring Break in Crested Butte
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/14/10
Review Submitted: 02/26/11
Our family spent a wonderful week at Wild Iris in March 2010! Our party included 4 adults and 2 boys, ages 4 & 6. We found our accomodations perfect in every way. The house was cozy, tastefully decorated, well maintained and equipped, and felt like a home away from home. Located only 3 short blocks from the ski shuttle, we had easy access to the mountain, yet loved being a block away from Crested Butte's historic main street. The spacious mud room was perfect for storing ski gear without cluttering up the living space. We loved having access to a washer/dryer. The living space was great for relaxing and socializing while cooking/cleaning up. We would love to visit again someday.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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