Stunning Views, Short Drive to Telluride Bluegrass/Bluesnbrews

looking at the east and south side of the house.

Basement bedroom with queen bed and large South facing window.

Basement bedroom with bunks and west facing window

downstairs full bathroom with tub, shower, and heatlamp

We built the sunroom just so we could have BIG Christmas trees.

at the Ophir playground, about 1/2 a block away.

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Pets considered:Yes
Wheel chair accessible:No

Ophir house description

Built in 2007, this is a beautiful custom-made home tucked away in the high alpine valley of Ophir. The town of Ophir consists of about 250 people and 50 dogs; there is no commercial enterprise at all. It is a quiet place with a 'village' feel, and the nearest groceries and gas are down the road in Telluride and Mountain Village. The former mining town still retains its rustic feel, as the nearest paved road is 2 miles down valley, and nothing has changed in the surrounding 13,000 ft. rocky peaks. The hiking and backcountry skiing opportunities you can access out our door are literally endless, and in summer months, you can 4-wheel over the Ophir pass to visit scenic Ouray for a soak in its famous hot springs, drop into the historic mining town of Silverton, or perhaps catch the Durango/Silverton Narrow Gauge train for a tour through the deep and impressive Animas River Gorge.

The home is oriented toward the south, to maximize the solar potential streaming in through large windows. It sits high on the sunny side of town, on a corner lot, with truly AMAZING views.

The house is a comfortable 2,600 square feet on three levels. As you enter from the north, you'll come through a generous-sized mudroom to store all your gear for your many adventures. There is a half-bath in the mudroom. Through another door to the main living area; kitchen with vaulted ceilings, timber-frame construction to the south and east, sunroom and dining nook to the south, and a sitting area with 50' LCD and 3D flat-screen TV to the west.

Upstairs is the master bedroom and master bath. The master has one king sized bed.The master bathroom has a shower. We have great water pressure, and with our water-softener, it really is a great shower. The walk-out basement level has two bedrooms. One has bunk beds. The other has a queen size bed. On this level is a full bath tub and shower, washer and dryer. The hallway and ceiling between the two bedrooms features climbing holds.

We have 2 boys, so there are toys galore, including a Wii gaming system, and a trampoline. Should you be bringing younger children, we can line you up with a very trustworthy babysitters who will drive to Ophir. The going rate is about $12 per hour.

As this is our only home, we can only rent to you during our vacations: weekends, holidays, and time off from school. Just email me for availability.

When you come to stay here, realize that you are in a family home. We're not moving out to accommodate your stay. The house will be clean, but not empty. Family photos and art adorn the fridge and the walls. If this makes you feel uncomfortable, it's probably not the right rental for you.

Keywords: cabin, home

Property Type

2600 sq. ft.

House

Accommodation Type

Vacation Rental

Meals

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Suitability

Pets Considered:
Dogs who are well-behaved, house trained, and calm are welcome. Ophir has lots of dogs. This is both good and bad, depending on your dog. They are intimidating ( mostly big dogs live here, like Rotweiller, Husky, Labradors) but friendly. The mudroom has a dog door, as does the door to the main level. The outside doggie door can be closed. ...more less

Children Welcome

Non Smoking Only
Minimum Age Limit For Renters

Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 6-8

Bedroom 1
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Bedroom 2
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Bedroom 3
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Sunroom
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King size bed in the master (1). Queen size Bed downstairs (1); with a very comfortable memory foam topper. Bunk Beds (1) One set of twin bunk beds....more less

Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom

Bathroom 1
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Bathroom 2
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Kitchen & Dining

Kitchen:
lots of granite counter space, stainless steel appliances, all Kenmore. Trash compactor, recycling bins, and a Breville Espresso Machine !! There is also a regular drip-style coffee maker too....more less
Catering Available:
I love Aemono, a service based in Telluride. Check them out online....more less
Dining Area Seats:
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Ice Maker

Cooking Utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove

Toaster
Coffee Maker
Dishwasher
Oven

Amenities

Wood Stove:
Lopi Endeavor is the name brand. It is super efficient and warms up the house quickly. There is in-floor heating for the lower level and in the master bath. Main level also has baseboard heat, which is rarely used. The solar heat does the job well. You'll never feel cold in our home....more less
Fitness Room / Equipment:
We have an elliptical trainer, and a Bowflex weight/resistance trainer, Ab mat, small free-weights, workout videos galore (dance oriented), Wii Zumba. ...more less

Parking Off Street:
There is space for three cars in our driveway, two are end-to-end, so you can park a trailer if need be. ...more less
Washing Machine:
New in 2007, Kenmore front-loader. Super quiet....more less

Clothes Dryer:
New in 2007, Kenmore front-loader....more less
Towels Provided
Linens Provided

Other Amenities

14' TRAMPOLINE with safety net in the back yard.

Entertainment

Satellite / Cable:
DirecTV is our provider. We have HBO and lots of kid channels including Discovery, Nickelodeon, PBSkids, Cartoon Network, and tons more. You can order movies; we also have a huge library of kid and adult (not porn) DVDs....more less
Video Game Console:
Wii console with 2 standard controllers, 2 nunchuks, a wheel, and a classic game controller....more less
Stereo

Video Library
CD Player
DVD Player

Video Games
VCR

Communications

Telephone:
From the house, you will have to use our phone. Cell service is bad or non-existant in Ophir. Verizon service is good once you get to Highway 145....more less

Wireless Internet:
We have satellite internet by Wild Blue. It's not lightning fast, but remember, you're on vacation. Faster than dial-up for sure. ...more less

Computer Available

Outdoor Features

Deck / Patio:
Enjoy a margarita on our huge, sunny deck. The views are incredible....more less

Outdoor Grill

Theme

Family

Adventure

Location & View

Mountain View:
I've travelled to many places and I truly believe that Ophir is something special. You are surrounded by 13,000 foot rugged peaks. Some call it the Alps of Colorado. ...more less

Car

Necessary

Activities

Jet Skiing
Cross Country Skiing
Hunting
Snowmobiling
Rock Climbing
Cycling
Water Skiing
Hiking
Skiing
Sailing
Basketball Court

Rafting
Golf
Fishing
Swimming
Tennis
Horseback Riding
Health/Beauty Spa
Wildlife Viewing
Sledding
Restaurants
Live Theater

Museums
Cinemas
Snowboarding
Fitness Center
Kayaking
Mountain Biking
Boating
Shopping
Horseshoes
Sight Seeing

Other Activities

Telluride Bluegrass Festival June 20 - 23, 2013 (40th anniversary), Blues and Brews Sept. 13 - 15th, 2013 (20th anniversary), The Ride Festival July 13, 14th, 2013, ...more less

Reviews

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Comfortable and gracious stay in breathtaking Ophir valley
Comfortable and gracious stay in breathtaking Ophir valley
- Guest DMZ (United States)
- Date of stay 06/25/13
- Review Submitted 07/06/13
Just returned from a wonderful week in Ophir staying at the Rutledge house. The location of this rental is perfect for anyone wanting to hike, fish (in summer), mountain bike, pan for gold, or just enjoy the outdoors in a peaceful and gorgeous setting. Every window in the house has a stunning view of the San Juan Mountians. Both Telluride and Mountain Village are a short drive away and have great restaurants and activities (the gondola ride between the two towns is a must). The house itself is comfortable and clean with a lovely deck and well appointed kitchen. We have two children (7 & 10) who were happy to have access to toys and the trampoline out back and the house is very kid friendly in general. But the master bedroom is apart from the children's main play area so even couples without children (or families that like some space) will enjoy the rental. Owners extremely helpful with everything and the neighbors in Ophir are really friendly and helpful as well. We will definitely be back and are so grateful to have such a lovely place to stay in this most serene and peaceful place.

Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, families with young children.

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Wonderful Time!
Wonderful Time!
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 06/27/10
- Review Submitted 07/07/10
Great home with all the amenities you could want or need. Picture-postacrd views out of many windows, a great deck for grilling or just watching the clouds drift by. We love that Ophir is a quiet little neighborhood with friendly neighbors. This home is conviently located to several hiking spots in the area, but also close to excellent 4-wheel roads and just far enough away from Telluride that you really get some solitude. The owners are friendly and very helpful with any questions. Thank you for sharing your lovely home - our weeks stay was NOT long enough - but we did come away rested and relaxed! Thanks!

Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, families with young children.

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Rates

Festival/Holiday ...... $500/night
Summer season .. $400/night .. $2000/week (6 nights)
Fall and spring...$350/night...$1,800/week
50% of total due to reserve dates. Two night minimum stay.
$50 pet fee per trained, leashed dog; 2 dogs max.
Cancellations 30 days prior to stay. 29 days or less=no refund (get trip ins.!)
$150 damage/cleaning deposit refunded if you leave it as you found it.
BLUEGRASS special rate: book all 5 nights: $2,000  Wednesday-Sunday

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Owner info

Year Purchased: 2007

About the owner: We truly love the Telluride area. This is our dream house. We built it to maximize the incredible views, and take advantage of the solar power for light and warmth. We'd like to share it with others who truly want a memorable mountain experience. This is not our second home, it's our only home. It's not perfect. It is 'lived in'. It's not the Hilton, it's Casa de Rutledge. We don't have a landscaped yard. The dandelions won the war over our nice sod years ago. We hope that you will feel comfortable, kick your feet up, and feel right at home in ours. Cheers!