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ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed

ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed

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Living room with incredible views of the lake and mountain foothills!
Beautiful starry nights like this aren't possible in Colorado Springs/Monument
Our picturesque coal train and serene morning view while you sip coffee
Fully equipped and immaculate kitchen with large dining table
Large dining table for you to make family memories!

Overview of ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Palmer Lake, CO
  • Popular LocationPinecrest Event Center4 min drive
  • Popular LocationUS Air Force Academy26 min drive
  • Popular LocationGarden of the Gods28 min drive
  • AirportBroomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Twin Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed

Escape the crowds to our luxurious and fully-equipped family retreat!
Enjoy the lakefront experience, without the typical lakefront noise and chaos.
Immerse yourself in the serenity of our small mountain town and bright starry nights!

1/4 mile walk to lovely downtown Palmer Lake restaurants, coffee shop, and ice cream parlor.

Central location to USAFA (7 miles), Colorado Springs (15 miles), Castle Rock (18 miles), and even Denver (29 miles)!

Outdoor Amenities:
* 6-person luxury hot tub (with starry nights you never get in Colorado Springs)
* 2 kayaks w/ life jackets and carts
* 2 adult bicycles w/ helmets
* Balcony with amazing mountain views
* Propane firepit and patio furniture on balcony
* BBQ gas grill on back patio

Indoor Amenities:
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Two living rooms with fireplaces, smart TVs, and lots of seating in each
* Game room w/ air hockey, ping pong, and foosball table
* Kids playroom w/ toys, books, kids table, and play couch
* Pack-n-play, high chair, changing table, safety gate for infants
* 5-35lb dumbbells, yoga mat, and resistance bands
* Mini fridge and bar area
* Complementary snacks, plus alcoholic and soft drinks
* Dog bed, food/water bowls, and toys for furry friends
* Professionally deep cleaned after each guest and maintained with luxury toiletries

Less than 100 yards to:
* Frisbee golf course
* Santa Fe hiking trail
* Palmer Lake playground
* Famous Palmer Lake coal train
* Best 4th of July fireworks show in Colorado
* Bright starry nights (unlike in Colorado Springs/Denver)

Detailed Virtual Tour:
* Downstairs Bar & Living Room: When you walk through the front door, you’ll be greeted by an open family room with a Queen pullout sofa, 2 accent chairs, and 2 bar stools. Enjoy the electric fireplace and Roku TV.
Swing around the bar to grab one of the complementary beers from the mini fridge or bring your own drink of choice and serve it in the provided wine/highball glasses.

* Downstairs Bed/Bath: You’ll find 2 bedrooms with 3 queen beds between them, complete with dressers, nightstands, lamps, and walk-in closets. In the single-bed room, we provide a desk and faux leather desk chair in case you have some emails or homework to take care of.
To accommodate those rooms, there is a full bathroom with shower and 2 split sinks to easily allow multiple guests to get ready alongside each other.

* Game Room: The final room on this level is the game room, complete with an air hockey table and foosball table! If you get tired of losing at air hockey against your kids, you can also install the ping pong table top and show them who’s really boss! Sit down in the futon (folds down into twin bed) or bar stools to watch the action.

* Upstairs Living Room: Gather around the large remote-controlled gas fireplace with natural stone surround and large Roku-enabled flat screen. There’s space for everyone on the sofa, leather chair with matching ottoman, and 2 accent chairs. Inside the rustic white hutch, you'll find a variety of boardgames and cards.

* Fully Furnished Kitchen: We furnish our kitchen to cover all your needs- providing a blender, mixer, toaster, cutting boards, pots, pans, tupperware, silverware, cutlery, flatware, and variety of basic spices and sauces. In case you decide to have a picnic, we have also supplied disposable plates/bowls/plasticware. All drawers and cabinets have been labelled to make it easier to find what you’re looking for.
Our family cherishes morning coffee time together so we provide 3 different ways to make yours, along with a variety of coffees/tea.

* Kids Area: We provide a dedicated area for your kids to hangout. There is a play couch that can be built into their dream fort. Also find a wide variety of books and toys to cover all ages. There is a kids table/chair set plus our dedicated (adult) game table, so you can keep an eye on your kids while playing your own games!
Once all the fun is done, there are 2 bunk beds for them to crash on. For infants, we provide a pack-n-play with sheets, high chair, changing pad, diapers, and safety gate.

* Powder Room/Laundry Room: After a long day of fun, freshen up for dinner in the powder room. If you’re staying for several days, use the laundry room that is complete with washer, drier, detergent, softener, drier sheets, iron, and ironing board.

* Master Bed/Bath: The large, luxurious king-size bed is complemented by an attached closet, dresser, and nightstands. In the master bath, find a huge walk-in shower and large jetted tub, complete with bath caddy and bath bombs. Double sinks allow you and your mate to prepare for your day alongside each other.

* Master Closet: We provide extra towels for your stay and beach towels to use during dips into Palmer Lake or the hot tub. We also provide an exercise mat with 5lb, 15lb, 25lb, and 35lb dumbbells, yoga mat, and resistance bands if you want to workout. To accommodate your pets, there is a medium-sized dog bed, small and large dog bowls, and several dog toys.

* Balcony/Fire Pit: On the balcony, there is a gas firepit with rock bed for you to enjoy while watching the sun set behind the foothills. Chances are, you’ll see one of the coal trains that frequently passes by. Don't forget to count the number of train cars with your kids!

* Porch/Hot Tub/BBQ Grill: On the back porch, there is a luxury hot tub that is professionally maintained every week, surrounded by a privacy fence. As the jets massage you, look up and appreciate the incredible starry nights that you never see in bigger cities. Also on the back porch, there is a gas BBQ grill for your enjoyment.

* Garage/Kayaks/Bikes: In the garage, we have supplied 2x kayaks with helmets, life jackets, and paddles. The kayaks come fitted to trollies that allow you to roll them down to the water with ease. To help you stroll around the lake or into town, we have included 2x Schwinn hybrid bicycles with helmets.

Note: A waiver will be emailed to you via DocuSign before your check-in. This must be electronically signed before use of the bicycles, kayaks, hot tub, grill, firepit, or any game tables is permitted.

Property manager

Robert Wilson
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Pet friendly
Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please discuss events with us BEFORE booking

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Please disclose pets in your booking request

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Please discuss events with us BEFORE booking
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Monument

Located in Monument, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Palmer Lake Regional Recreation Area and Greenland Open Space, while Western Museum of Mining and Industry and Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Colorado Renaissance Festival, or check out an event or a game at Clune Arena. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Map
Palmer Lake, CO

What's nearby

  • Pinecrest Event Center - 4 min drive
  • US Air Force Academy - 26 min drive
  • Garden of the Gods - 28 min drive
  • Glen Eyrie Castle - 30 min drive
  • Pikes Peak - 76 min drive

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Airport (COS) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Trails End Taproom - 8 min drive
  • Texas Roadhouse - 13 min drive
  • Pikes Peak Brewing Company - 9 min drive
  • Back East Bar & Grill - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Hot Tub ~ Bikes ~ Game Room ~ Pets Ok pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Hot Tub ~ Bikes ~ Game Room ~ Pets Ok?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Hot Tub ~ Bikes ~ Game Room ~ Pets Ok?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Hot Tub ~ Bikes ~ Game Room ~ Pets Ok located?

This family-friendly Monument vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Palmer Lake Regional Recreation Area, Greenland Open Space, and Santa Fe Open Space. Glen Park and Palmer Lake Library are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brent R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience from start to finish
This stay was a last minute getaway weekend night for a large group of friends. The property was perfect for what we were looking for and provided an excellent stay. Communication with the host was outstanding and replies to questions were made very fast. The host clearly places a high value on providing a quality experience and takes the time to make sure everything is ready ahead of arrival. The follow-up during and after the stay were also helpful and ensured any possible concerns were satisfied. This stay was a wonderful experience for the entire group and I will definitely be looking to stay with this host the next time I am back in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience
Gorgeous home overlooking Palmer Lake CO. We stayed overnight with my father who is wheelchair bound and my 3 pups. The house was fully stocked with everything. Definitely a Superhost. Would definitely stay again. Gorgeous views.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home and location
Property was just as described, very clean, great location. Our host was awesome, very communicative and helpful. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great first experience!!!
This property definitely exceeded our expectations! The home and location were both beautiful and we couldn’t have asked for a better host!! This home is perfect for families and accommodates children of all ages. Can’t wait to check it out again during the summer!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Robert Wilson

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Hi there! I'm Robert!

I'm a Colorado native, originally from a small town called Yoder, CO located an hour east of Colorado Springs. Our family is retired from the Air Force and now we live in Colorado Springs most of the time.

Our favorite past times include pretty much everything outdoors! Hiking, skiing, competitive shooting sports, archery, hunting, and fishing- to name a few. We try to spend more time in our national forests and state land than we do at home- and it is truly a blessing to live in a place that is so conducive to our passions.

In my career, I have worked all over the US and even in Japan, the UK, and Germany. But I still always return to Colorado, and it's still my favorite place in the world to be!

We love sharing it with those who are also Colorado natives like me, and those who are experiencing it for the first time alike! Palmer Lake is truly an incredible place and community to experience, so I hope you get the chance to do so in our home! And if you need any recommendations for hikes, sights to see, local restaurants/coffee shops, etc, we would be happy to provide our short lists of each!

Why they chose this property

First and foremost- the lake! You have the option of fishing, kayaking (I provide all the equipment you need!), swimming in the designated beach area, lounging on the sandy beach, frisbee golf, and enjoying the playground!

In the evenings, the sunset behind the opposing foothills is truly magnificent. Our favorite time at the house is sitting on the balcony watching it while waiting for the coal train to come by. That does create some noise outside, but inside it's very quiet and has never bothered our personal guests before.

After sunset, the starry nights are incredible. Sometimes the stars and moon are bright enough to walk around outside without any flashlight! After a dip in the hot tub and restful night, the next morning's sunrise lights up those same foothills with a warm and cozy glow while you warm yourself up with a hot cup of coffee.

In town, there is an awesome small, tight-knit community. I highly recommend the handmade crepes and french toast with espresso-based drinks at Speedtrap.
For lunch and dinner, O' Malleys is a historic monument, open 365 days/year, and I'm honestly never found a better buffalo chicken wing anywhere else.
For dessert, check out Rock House Ice Cream- but beware that the kiddos will keep asking you to come back after you try it for the first time.

And the best news is, all of these places are a 1/4 mile walk away! And when your appetite requires you to get there faster, we provide 2x bicycles with safety gear for that purpose.

What makes this property unique

We hope to be the most prepared and inclusive hosts you've ever stayed with. We try to think of everything your family could need during your stay and supply it ahead of time!

Refreshing beverages to enjoy as soon as you arrive, snacks to hold you over till dinner, travel toiletries, female hygiene products, a couple diapers, baby/kid toys and books in our dedicated play area, pack-n-play, high chair, phone chargers, etc! And if anything isn't set according to your liking, let us know and we'll do our best to fix it ASAP!

And not to repeat ourselves, but those views are to die for...

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