Breathtaking Mountaintop Retreat

Can’t wait to come back! Alex is the best hostess and the property and views are unbeatable!!

This property has been one of our best stays in VRBO, B&Bs, or anywhere.

We can’t wait to go back.

The setting and scenery are excellent inside & out. We could watch the light move across the mountains all day. There is immediate access to numerous scenic trails up & around the terrain of Bergen Peak. The owners have arranged several Lookout seating areas around the property for guests to relax with a magnificent view.

This rental does not feel like ‘an apartment.’

It is an inviting, comfortable, efficient, well-appointed cabin-like home on the lower level of the owners’ private luxury residence.

We usually prefer a lot of nature, seclusion and privacy, and we had it all here.

Aleksandra and Dirk have created a lovely vacation getaway.

A few other pros:

- convenient short drive for supplies or shopping

- easy access to many other vacation activities (we rarely left the place, tho)

- from the patio, hike a few minutes or all day on different trails.

- fun kitchen to prepare all meals

- that FIREPLACE!

- views and sunlight through the windows

- the remote feel and safe location of the home

- the wonderful hosts. Aleksandra and Dirk are friendly and fun and responsive to the questions or needs of guests.

- Pet-Friendly! It’s not a vacation if we’re not hiking with our Dog.

They welcomed our pet with treats and some doggie supplies.

- very affordable. these comparably low rates can’t last for long.

Some cons

- internet was limited because of the provider, but this was not an issue for us.

- driveway may be a challenge if there's precipitation.

our 2017 Ford Escape 2WD did just fine but it was dry our entire trip.

(previous experience driving sharp switchbacks is a plus)

- after visiting with Alek and Dirk our last day, we wish we had spent more time with them!

Beautiful views, gracious hosts, clean and cozy rooms with great hiking close by. It was our best vacation yet. Waking up to views of the mountains was spectacular. The place is minutes from anything you'd need or want to do in Evergreen and its only a short drive to neighbouring towns. We can't wait to return and stay here again.

Breathtaking indeed! I've never seen such an incredible view. It truly felt like we were at the top of the world. Unobstructed views to Mt. Evans that were truly stunning. And retreat it certainly was. We wanted a weekend getaway not too far from Denver yet with the feeling like we were far, far away, where we could relax and unwind. It was everything my husband and I had hoped for. Coziness for two, just the right size apartment. Top of our list was a large, wood-burning fireplace and mountain views, and both were perfect. The host greeted us upon arrival, and was friendly and accommodating. Everything we needed was there, and yet we knew that we could have asked her for anything if the need arose. We loved going for walks in the woods on the marked trail, sitting in front of the fire, and sitting on the couch taking in the magnificent view, with the breeze wafting gently through the screen door. It was relaxing and peaceful. We would love to go back.

If you want to experience true Evergreen mountain beauty from the couch of your VRBO this is it! We ate breakfast looking out at the beautiful views with the coziness of the crackling fireplace ! We usually get a rental based on "it's just a place to sleep" -NOT THIS ONE! . I didn't want to leave . Make sure you catch the sunset over Mt Evans in their seating area steps from the apt and explore their hiking trails on their property. So very clean and cozy . Comfortable bed . I think next time I would cook in more . The owners have done a great job on the remodel . Alex and her husband are great hosts ! All the best to their adventure in Evergreen CO !