Aspen Lake House (in Victor, Co)

• Awesome house, Awesome views, Awesome fishing, and Awesome wildlife

  Awesome house, Awesome views, Awesome fishing, and Awesome wildlife

  • Guest The Dan
  • Date of stay 04/27/13
  • Review Submitted 05/06/13
  If you are looking for a house that is off the beaten path that has all the essentials need in your vacation house to experience true colorado living, THIS IS THE PLACE!! The house is beautiful and stocked with all the cooking essentials needed to prepare all your meals easily, just make sure you do your shopping before you get here because it is off the beaten path. There were 8 guys in our party all of which hunt so we were trying to find all the wildlife we could which included wolves, foxes, turkeys, elk, mule deer, coyotes, pairie dogs, jack rabbitts, big horn but were sadden that we did not get a chance to see a bear or mountain loin. Fishing wise we fished several different places and caught lots of fish but as far as fishing Skagway and Beaver Creek (at your door steps) we did well there also. It snowed 6" one day on us and it drove the trout wild. We caught and released over 300 fish that day. They were jumping out of the water eatting snowflakes. It is worth the walk to the back side of the reservoir away from the dam because you will catch larger and native fish whoses colors were amazingly bright there. Beaver Creek was beautiful but not for the out of shape. The road gate was locked so it was a long walk or climb down to the stream, climb being the shorter but more adventurous way to get there. The scenery was well worth it and we caught some native brookies. It's just too bad the water levels were down, but that was everywhere, the fishing would have been even better. Our hats off to the owner and we graciouly thank you for the use of the house for our guys get away.

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

  Owner response: We are delighted you fine gentlemen had such a wonderful, adventurous, & rugged vacation at our gorgeous lake house! Please consider coming back & bringing your wife &/or children. :)

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• great escape

  great escape

  • Guest Dan and Gail
  • Date of stay 02/14/13
  • Review Submitted 02/21/13
  My husband and I decided at the last minute to drive to Colorado from Illinois for anniversary .The house and area were more than what we expected. The driveway is really steep and you need a 4x4.ours handled it fine with about 3 inches of snow on the driveway.We enjoyed not having cell phone service. We will definitely be back.Thanks for opening your home to us.

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

  Owner response: We admire your adventurous spirits to drive out here in the spur of the moment as well as in the cold of winter! We hope you will come back in the summer & really enjoy the great out doors!!

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• The true get away

  The true get away

  • Guest dlhn
  • Date of stay 12/27/12
  • Review Submitted 01/15/13
  This was the perfect winter getaway for four adults and four children (ages 4-13). Given its more remote location, the view of the night sky is spectacular. Even better was the fact that we were nowhere near having to fight crowds on ski slopes. The location is about an hour's drive from Manitou Springs and its related tourist attractions. We also took the drive to Pikes Peak where we tried to look down (despite the cold) and find our lakehouse in the distance. And we had a great visit to Florissant National Monument where our children earned their "Junior Park Ranger" badges. Our contact person was absolutely wonderful about keeping us up to date on weather/road conditions as well as directions for finding the house. The two-car garage was also a huge plus.

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

  Owner response: Winter at Aspen Lake House is so different than the delightful summer time fun. You all were very creative in finding fun & unique things to do as well as scenic places to go. Hope you can make it back some time & enjoy a bit more of the beautiful Colorado outdoors! Happy New Year to ya!

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• Great vacation with children.

  Great vacation with children.

  • Guest Harold
  • Date of stay 10/08/12
  • Review Submitted 10/29/12
  My wife and I wanted to spend some time with our children away from our busy lives. All three of our sons are in the Army, with one leaving for Afghanistan in less than a month. We really needed that intimate family time and couldn't have picked a better vacation home to stay at. We enjoyed the wrap around porch with the most stunning views of Pike's Peak. The house was well stocked, we only had to bring our clothes and groceries. Wife commented several times on how well the kitchen was stocked (spices, cooking utensils, cooking ware), it was very well thought out. Plenty of wildlife; elk, mule deer, coyote, foxes, and chipmunks. We had a four wheel drive vehicle and needed it to get up steep driveway when it rained and snowed while we were there. Two wheel drive vehicles would be fine in good weather. Our cell phones did not work at the house, which was nice to get off the electronic leash for a while. i would highly recommend this rental home to friends and family.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Thank you for your positive review. We are glad you all had a great time together in such a beautiful, peaceful & quiet setting. A great big thank you to your three sons for their much appreciated service to our blessed country. May God protect them & bless them all!

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• Wonderful home.

  Wonderful home.

  • Guest Vi
  • Date of stay 07/28/12
  • Review Submitted 08/09/12
  We loved every minute of our stay at Aspen Lake House. We found it exactly as described.Everything was very clean. The towels and linens were all of exellent quality. We loved the kitchen, and the size of the table along with the counter stools allowed us to all eat together. The view was so amazing and we were treated to an awesome thunderstorm followed by a complete double rainbow set in front of the mountains. We enjoyed coffee on the deck most mornings and the guys fished at the reservior most evenings. We loved the solitude and the beauty of the area. What a great vacation!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

  Owner response: It gives us great pleasure to know you all thoroughly enjoyed our majestic Colorado mountain lake house! Thank you for choosing us.

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• Aspen Lake House

  Aspen Lake House

  • Guest Dennis
  • Date of stay 07/14/12
  • Review Submitted 07/30/12
  Our stay was fantastic! The house was roomy and well stocked. The wrap around deck allowed us to be both inside and out, and the view of the mountains was fantastic!. We lacked for nothing in the kitchen and laundry room, which with a family is a big bonus. The master bedroom views were outstanding, and we loved the big tub. There were a lot of activities and interesting towns nearby. Working to set up the visit was easy, the owner helpful and willing to try to give us the best of experiences. The property was very clean and well maintained. I would recommend this property to anyone who likes to be in the beauty of nature instead of right in town. I would definitely go there again.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

  Owner response: Thank you for your positive comments. We are thrilled that your family had a delightful time in our colorful Colorado mountain lake house!

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• Absolutely Gorgeous! Beautiful House!

  Absolutely Gorgeous! Beautiful House!

  • Guest IzzieP
  • Date of stay 06/03/12
  • Review Submitted 06/12/12
  My family of 4 stayed here for a week in early June, and the house was better than we expected. The photos don't do it justice. There was more than enough room, and some bedrooms didn't get used. The house was immaculate, very cozy, with very tasteful decor. The beds were super comfortable, the bathrooms large and the kitchen well-stocked. The wrap-around porch was absolutely amazing, with an awesome view of Pike's Peak! There are lots of windows for great views from every room. It was so refreshing to open them at night and during the day for lots of fresh air. This home is more than worth the rent, and we definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to get away from it all and experience the beauty of Colorado. We caught lots of trout in the Reservoir the second day there. The hike along Beaver Creak is gorgeous! We saw lots of prairie dogs, deer, birds, and wild turkey. The only suggestions I would make to anyone visiting are these: 1. Drink lots of water and bring lotion and lip balm, as the air is very dry at this elevation. 2. Don't do any strenuous hiking the first couple of days to allow your body to get used to the lower oxygen levels in the air. 3. There is no grill to use, so any cooking will need to be on the stove or in the oven, or bring your own charcoal grill. 4. Another recommendation is to do your shopping before you get to the house as it's a good hour drive to any populated towns with stores. We did our grocery shopping at the Walmart in Woodland Park. Overall, an excellent vacation home!

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

  Owner response: Thank you Cynthia for your positive review as well as your excellent suggestions for folks not used to Colorado's altitude & dryness. People may want to bring a small propane grill to cook on the dirt driveway, away from under the wooden home. The excessive dryness is a safety issue as fires can start extremely quickly & take off with horrific results. Do not use charcoal for grilling. We sincerely thank you for staying at Aspen Lake House!

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• The best family getaway ever

  The best family getaway ever

  • Guest Jetmandan
  • Date of stay 03/10/12
  • Review Submitted 03/18/12
  We hauled our family of seven from Texas to Colorado for spring break and all agreed that it was the best vacation ever. We spent most of the week just hanging around the house, with two excursions; one into Victor/Cripple Creek and one to Keystone for snow tubing. We enjoyed reading, building puzzles, hiking, ice fishing, cooking and just being together as a family in one of the most beautiful places we have ever seen. The house has awesome views from almost every room. We enjoyed the wood burning fireplace as the March weather was dipping below freezing most nights. The house is very well built - we commented several times on how the heater did not run much and we were comfortable with no drafts felt. It is decorated beautifully and the kitchen is very well appointed with top of the line appliances and cookware. I highly recommend this property for a family getaway or romantic vacation. It is far enough away to be very secluded, but you can drive into Victor and Cripple Creek for museums, casinos, and other entertainment. There was not much going on there during our trip other than the casinos, but our focus was on family time. We do want to go back during a summer to experience the gold rush museums and tours. Word of caution... There is a five mile drive down a dirt road to get to the house. The road is well maintained, so this should not be an issue. However, the driveway up to the house is a steep climb ( and still a dirt road). There was still snow on the ground during our visit and our 2WD Armada couldn't hack it. I had to put chains on to get up the hill. With 4WD it should not be a problem. Also, the house sits at about 9200 feet. Coming from sea level, it took us a little bit to adjust. Summary - we would do it again in a heartbeat! This place is great and we will never forget the experience.

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

  Owner response: Thank you for choosing our majestic mountain lake house outside of Victor. We are so glad you all had a great time & were able to make some great family memories! We hope you can come back next time in the summer & explore the surrounding areas much more.

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• perfect family retreat

  perfect family retreat

  • Guest Peter
  • Date of stay 11/23/11
  • Review Submitted 12/06/11
  We had a great time at Aspen Lake House. The house is beautiful and comfortable and the location is private but easy to get to. Several of us went down to the reservoir and Beaver Creek and all enjoyed it! The house is wonderfully equipped; it was nice to use quality pots and pans instead of the left over tools we usually find in vacation homes. The beds were very comfortable; the bedding and towels were great. We all appreciated the encouraging verses throughout the house as well. We enjoyed our time greatly and we are already planning on going back.

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

  Owner response: We rejoice with your positive remarks. Thank you for choosing Aspen Lake House! We hope you can come back during the summer & enjoy the great outdoors!

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• Heaven on Earth

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  Heaven on Earth

  • Guest Jack & Deb
  • Date of stay 09/23/11
  • Review Submitted 10/04/11
  Aspen Lakehouse in Victor, Colorado (west of Colorado Springs) is the most beautiful "home away from home" you can find! The peaceful, serene surroundings of the evergreens, aspens, pine trees, numerous flowers soothes the senses. And then there are those adorable hummingbirds. You have the gorgeous views of the mountains surrounding this area and the refreshing & colorful Skaguay Reservoir. Get ready to wrap yourself with peace, quiet, beauty, R & R, fishing, hiking, exploring...

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Additional information about rental rates

For groups with more than 8 adults there is an additional $100 charge to rental rate. Rates are subject to change unless your reservation is confirmed.

Deposit required for reservation set-up. Payments preferred by check.

Payment must be paid in full 30 days prior to check-in date.

Additional Fees and Taxes:

Rental rates do not include $150 cleaning fee, $200 refundable damage deposit or 3.9% lodging tax. Small fee for credit card charges.