The Irish Rose - a Colorado Dream Vacation Spot - Secluded!!
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'The Irish Rose' - Your Colorado dream vacation get-away!
***Hot Tub install June 2013!!**
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Please see the same 'Irish Rose' listing under Breckeridge--it has additional photos! Listing number is 13578.
Completed in May 2002, this mountain cabin is located on the historic Mosquito Gulch Trail. Just 15 miles south of Breckenridge, it is the perfect spot for either a secluded get-away or a ski vacation at a fraction of the cost.
Centered on ten acres of pine and aspen, the Irish Rose was designed to accommodate those who want a true Colorado experience. With Mosquito Creek flowing nearby, you will enjoy spectacular views of Pennsylvania and London Mountains as you relax with family and friends.
If summer hiking, biking or four-wheeling is your desire, four of Colorado's 14,000 foot peaks are at your doorstep, providing some of the best hiking and driving trails in the world. Tackle the summits of Mount Bross, Mount Democrat, Mount Cameron, and Mount Lincoln... all in a single day!
Gold pan on the local creeks, explore 'Buckskin Joe' trail, and visit the ghost town of Park City. The historic mining towns of Alma and Fairplay are also nearby. Mountain bike to your heart's content or drive the legendary 4x4 'Mosquito Pass' into Leadville. Pick wildflowers and view wildlife--there's something for everyone!
If winter activities are your goal, the beautiful village of Breckenridge is just a short drive north where you can enjoy premier Colorado skiing, dining, and shopping. Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, and Copper Mountain are also close. Or, stay near home and cross-country ski to your heart's content. We have it all!
The Irish Rose was built with families in mind. The main level has a great room with a gas fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the beautiful mountains and trees. It is surrounded by a huge 32 by eight foot wrap-around deck. A full kitchen and dining area are also on this level to create an open, spacious environment. Pets are NOT allowed, No Smoking.
There are two main level bedrooms, one with a queen bed, and one with bunk beds geared for up to four kids. The great room sofa also pulls out to a queen-size bed. The master bedroom loft has a queen bed, washer and dryer, along with a small private balcony. There are full baths on both the main level and the loft. (The cabin also has a lower level with a private entrance which is occupied by Kay, the landlord. Kay is in her 60's and is quiet, very knowledgeable on the local area, and can assist with anything you need. If total privacy on the land is desired, please inquire.)
Experience the Rocky Mountains in the comfort of the 'Irish Rose.' At over 10,000 foot elevation, it's as close to heaven as you can get!
(Make sure you check out our electronic guestbook link and see what others have said!)
Keywords: Cabin/House
Property Type
- 2 story
- Cabin
- 1300 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, Beds for 8-10
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Other (See Description)
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
Kitchen & Dining
- Kitchen
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
Amenities
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Linens Provided
- Gas Fireplace
Entertainment
- Toys
- Video Library
- Television
- Satellite / Cable
- VCR
- Stereo
- CD Player
Communications
- Telephone
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
- Deck / Patio
- Outdoor Grill
- Balcony
Theme
- Romantic
- Family
- Away From It All
- Historic
- Tourist Attractions
- Adventure
Location & View
- Mountain View
Activities
- Museums
- Fishing
- Cycling
- Mountain Biking
- Hunting
- Snowmobiling
- Snowboarding
- Rock Climbing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Shopping
- Sledding
- Sight Seeing
- Scenic Drives
- Horseback Riding
- Ruins
- Restaurants
- Cross Country Skiing
- Hiking
Reviews
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Wonderful stay at the Irish Rose
Wonderful stay at the Irish Rose
- Guest Tara
- Date of stay 02/15/13
- Review Submitted 02/19/13
We loved our long weekend at the Irish Rose! We have stayed at many private rental properties, and this was one of the best experiences we've had. From the beginning, Rich, the owner, was in touch promptly and couldn't have been more helpful and friendly in giving us advice on our visit. Upon arrival, we found the house warm and cozy and clearly well-cared for. Furthermore, despite reading reviews about how well-appointed the house is, we were still surprised at all that was available in the house. We were two families with five children (total), and we never ran out of glasses, plates, silverware, and we had all that we needed for a comfortable stay cooking meals (and all of those items were well-organized in drawers and cupboards, whereas we often see things thrown back into place from visit to visit). There were toys for the children to play with, board games, sleds, and much more than we expected. We drove the 30 minutes to Breckenridge for skiing and had a great time--and we were happy to be staying in Alma after experiencing the crowds there. We hope to return to the Irish Rose again--perhaps to enjoy the acreage during the summer--and would recommend it to anyone.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, age 55+.
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Excellent
Excellent
- Guest Sharon
- Date of stay 12/22/12
- Review Submitted 12/31/12
Thank you so much for the use of your house. Our family enjoyed a Christmas to remember. It was fabulous!!! The children got to sled and build a snowman. It was a blast. Everything we needed was there. It was a great family time and one we will never forget. Thanks so much! Reggie and SharonRecommended for: Adventure seekers, families with young children, age 55+.
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Breathtaking!
Breathtaking!
- Guest Joseph & Amy
- Date of stay 08/28/12
- Review Submitted 09/13/12
This cabin "The Irish rose" has everything! My husband & I fly for a major airline we have traveled the world & this is our favorite vacation! It was very relaxing, peaceful & brings you back to family! There is definately something for everyone to enjoy. The Platte River is great for fly fishing. The town of Alma & Fairplay are about 8 minutes away however you are secluded with the beautiful mountains all around. We cooked dinner every night & just said "do you believe this view"! Thank you for sharing your Irish Rose.......we will be back!Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children.
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July Stay at the Irish Rose
July Stay at the Irish Rose
- Guest Gary Wagner
- Date of stay 07/14/12
- Review Submitted 08/10/12
I stayed at the Irish Rose with my parents, my brother, my son and his girlfriend. We all immensely enjoyed our stay. My parents from New York enjoyed the views from the deck and living room while also appreciating being able to drive to see the London Mine from the SUV, experiencing an authentic Colorado. The rest of us enjoyed hikes up into the mountains, right from the doorstop of the cabin. All of us were impressed by the first rate facilities combined with being able to get away from the summer crowds. We also stopped at Breckenridge at the Alpine museum and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory on the way home, which was convenient and easily accessible. We highly recommend the cabin to anyone seeking a more secluded mountain stay without having to rough it out at a campsite.Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, age 55+.
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Wonderful!
Wonderful!
- Guest Happy Trails!
- Date of stay 07/23/12
- Review Submitted 07/31/12
We knew our trip would be great by all of the other helpful positive reviews for the Irish Rose. It was just as we expected. Beautiful property. Well maintained. Furnished very well and comfortable. We were traveling with our 6 children ages 19-5 who also totally enjoyed our stay. There were many fun games to play indoor and outdoor.There were alot of good spots to hike and a very large supply of helpful maps and brochures.If you are looking for a secluded vacation spot, you will not be disappointed in the Irish Rose. Thanks so much!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
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One of our best vacations ever!
One of our best vacations ever!
- Guest Jason
- Date of stay 06/17/12
- Review Submitted 07/05/12
Like so many other comments, we were really impressed by how well stocked the Irish Rose is. We especially enjoyed that great grill! For our first trip to CO we feel like we got very lucky with our choice. The views from the deck are surreal. If you choose to stay at the Irish Rose (and you should!) take the time to explore the property. It's massive and has really neat old mines, a beautiful stream with log bridge and more fantastic views. If you have young children this house is really great. It's well stocked with videos and has some great bunk beds. We really hope to make a trip back later this year to enjoy some winter activities!Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, age 55+.
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Awesome cabin, amazing location
Awesome cabin, amazing location
- Guest Erin
- Date of stay 05/24/12
- Review Submitted 06/02/12
The Irish Rose is a fantastic cabin in a great location. We stayed over Memorial Day weekend - the aspen were blooming, we saw coyotes and a moose on the property, made it up to Kite Lake and Windy Ridge (both are a MUST if you're in the area), and even made it to Alma's Only Bar for a high elevation beverage. The cabin is fully stocked and completely comfortable. The porch is fantastic, the view is spectacular. I would recommend this place to anyone and I certainly hope to return sometime soon. If you stay here make sure to stop at the tamale place in the bowling alley in Fairplay - it sounds strange but they serve the best tamales you've ever had - even featured on Food Network! Thanks to Rich and Angela for keeping such an awesome place!Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, girls getaway, age 55+.
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Skiing Getaway
Skiing Getaway
- Guest Mountain Lover
- Date of stay 03/11/12
- Review Submitted 03/18/12
Awesome place in Colorado. The surrounding area was amazing. Everything you need to enjoy Colorado was in this cabin. Park County is a great place.Recommended for: Adventure seekers.
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Private, Seclusion Heaven
Private, Seclusion Heaven
- Guest Ms Lupita
- Date of stay 03/02/12
- Review Submitted 03/14/12
Beautiful cabin up in the woods, secluded from the world, yet close to everything. It was perfectly romantic; it was heaven; we were in absolute happiness heaven. We disconnected from the world for the weekend; there was beautiful snow, freezing nights, a snowmobiling afternoon, a little shopping, and romantic dinners. And as we tried to think back to all our getaways, we concluded that this one was probably the best one ever. Thank you!Recommended for: Romantic getaway.
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Peaceful Thanksgiving
Peaceful Thanksgiving
- Guest Sarah
- Date of stay 11/19/11
- Review Submitted 11/27/11
We had a lovely Thanksgiving at the Irish Rose. Snow on the ground, sun in the sky, and peace all around. I think what we liked best was to be able to walk out the door to a trail through the woods and up the hill, with no need to get into the car. It was a bit late for the bears, but we saw a porcupine waddling along, quite near the house. Probably the nicest mix of remote and yet near local attractions (we skied twice at Breck) that we have experienced with VRBO.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Rates
Mid Ski Season .... (Jan 03-Feb 08) .. $235/night. Prime Ski Season .. (Feb 09-Apr 21) .. $250/night. Summer & Fall ..... (Apr 22-Nov 22) .. $225/night. Value Ski Season .. (Nov 23-Dec 13) .. $225/night. Holiday Season .... (Dec 14-Jan 02) .. $325/night. 2 night minimum stay except Holiday Season which has a 4 night minimum. $90-120 Cleaning Fee per stay. $300 Security Deposit. 3.9% CO sales tax added. Ask about our military DISCOUNT!
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The London Mine and Mill View on map
The famous London Mill sits here and is very picturesque against the steep incline that leads up to the actual London Mine. The cables and structures that carried the ore to the mill can still be seen. The mine itself can be seen if you continue up toward Mosquito Pass, but it gets a bit rocky--capable 4x4 required!
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Owner info
Year Purchased: 2002
About the owner: We are a military family who built this home in 2002 and are blessed that we can share it with others!
Why the Owner Chose Alma:
We have long ties to this part of Colorado. The Irish Rose feels wild and secluded but is close to Alma and Faiplay, and a short drive to the mountain ski town of Breckenridge.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin:
The Irish Rose has 10 acres of total seclusion with pine, aspen, a river, and amazing views. Many houses on the internet may look similar, but very few properties give you the total Colorado experience. Look at our guestbook and see that it will be a unique and memorable experience!
Contact us
- Primary: 508-563-2013
- Secondary: +1 508-360-4428
Links to more information:
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Photos
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Ten acres, a river, pine and aspen, unbelievable views--questions?
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Spectacular Views!
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Parking for lots of vehicles
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True Rocky Mountain Seclusion--view from Penn Mountain
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Large spacious kitchen.
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Main floor bedroom with private sink.
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Kid's bunk room
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Loft bedroom and bath.
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Our favorite photo spot. London Mountain and Mosquito Peak.
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Fishing anyone?
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Try some gold panning!
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4x4 the famous Mosquito Gulch Trail to Leadville
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Great for families!
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View from the deck!
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Better than a big screen TV!
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Large open areas with great views! Perfect for families!
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Main Floor Bedroom
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Main floor bathroom.
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Loft bedroom. Fall asleep to the stars!
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Pure Colorado! Irish Rose is in upper right corner!
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We love our river!
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Play by the river. The best front yard ever!
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Fun for the young ones! A family retreat!
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A few miles up the road. Beautiful Colorado!
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