Large mountain lodge:-So much fun - be safe in our private, backyard park
- House3200 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 14
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Half Baths: 1
- Min Stay: 3–5 nights
The Vrbo Bear stayed here
We found this property to be beary special
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Designed for family fun - Activities, too many to count, for young and old
Bedrooms
Owner
Karen Magistrelli
- Languages:
- English
About Karen Magistrelli
We, Bob and Karen Magistrelli, built Sun Mountain Retreat for our family home. God carried us through the unknowns of construction - working miracles all along the way. We designed the home for kids - where they could be safe and have fun. We raised our seven children and numerous foster children here Years later we moved nearby to a home where we now take in men coming out of prison. We help the men start life over after years of isolation from society. Our income from Sun Mountain helps to provide for the needs of these men.
Karen Magistrelli purchased this House in 1985
Why Karen Magistrelli chose Cascade
When our family home, now Sun Mountain Retreat, was no longer needed by the family, we could not bear to sell it, despite multiple buyer requests. We love this area and we love our family home. Our children are grown and settling in the immediate area. Making Sun Mountain a vacation home has involved all our children. Running it has been a great joy to us as we see our guests enjoying our home as much as we did.
What makes this House unique
Our most unique offering is the wide range of fun family activities right at our home - from a private backyard park to a large indoor recreation room and hot tub. Our home is central to a wide range of activities. Guests can enjoy the city offerings of beautiful Colorado Springs and can also be challenged with the outdoor activities of the mountains that surround us. Our home was designed to conserve our limited natural resources - as a 'green' home our guests can know they are part of needful conservation.
Amenities
Featured
- No Smoking
- Children Welcome
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Parking
- Accessible
- Hot Tub
- Swimming pool
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 2, Half Baths: 1
Location Type
- DowntownHere is a video telling about beautiful Woodland Park. https://www.facebook.com/smallbizrev/videos/1398156810227945/
- Mountain
- Rural
- Mountain ViewSun Mountain is at the base of Pikes Peak.
General
- coin laundry
- Linens ProvidedFor ecological reasons and to sanitize the linens - we dry Sun Mountain laundry in the sun and fresh air.
- ParkingCars can park in our large driveway and along a seldom-used country road in front of the house.
- Internet
- Towels Provided
- Wood StoveCoal and firewood are available for winter use of the wood stove.
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- OvenConvection oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Blender
- Pantry ItemsTablecloth and cloth napkins and commercial steam-server available for special occasions.
- Dishes & UtensilsServings for at least 14 people.
- KitchenOur kitchen is supplied with cooking utensils to rival almost any home kitchen.
Dining
- Dining Area
- Child's Highchair
- DiningWe have a large and a small table in the same room, so children can have their own eating space if they like.
Entertainment
- Stereo
- DVD Player
- Books
- Foosball
- Game RoomOur large game room has a full size ping pong table and pool table, foosball, air hockey, hot tub, and entertainment center.
- GamesWe have a cabinet full of various table games - fun for every age.
- Games for Kids
- Music Library
- Ping Pong Table
- Pool TableRegulation size slate table.
- Toys
- Video Library
Outside
- Lawn / GardenOur lawn and garden are acres of adjacent National Forest land - perfect for hiking and photography of gorgeous mountain views.
- Deck / PatioThere are Adirondack chairs, picnic table and a gas grill in the patio area.
- Ski & SnowboardWe have snow tubes and sleds to enjoy the snow on our mountain slopes.
- GolfShining Mountain Golf Course is nearby in Woodland Park.
Suitability
- wheelchair accessibleThere are no steps to enter the main floor where the wheelchair can access the bedroom with a king size bed, the kitchen and dining area, the main living room, the game room and entertainment centers to watch videos.
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Pool / Spa
- Communal PoolWoodland Park has a beautiful, new aquatic center available for public use.
- Hot TubBeautiful, round hot tub with mini waterfall and colored lights.
Notes
- Our home is designed for family fun. Lots of mountain hiking is available on the neighboring National Forest. There are recreational choices on-site for all ages. Especially popular is the treasure hunt through National Forest to an old gold mine. We have tried to offer a lower rental price so families can afford to get away together and play together.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
Pets allowed
Parties/events allowed
Max guests: 14
- Marijuana may be legal in Colorado, but it is absolutely forbidden in our home.
62 Reviews
Vrbo Bear Stay review
Wonderful house
We had a really lovely time during out stay. First, the house had everything to make it an enjoyable stay. The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked. It is great for kids with lots of activities: a game room (table tennis, pool, etc), board games, outdoor play area, basketball, sledding. And the kids' rooms were made for their imagination, especially the tent room. The location was very good too. We were right next to the national forest and saw lots of deer and birds. We hiked a wonderful trail with great views of Pike's Peak that starts right behind the house!
Karen was very kind and responded quickly to questions. Highly recommended!
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with others and thanks too for cleaning up so well before you left.
First family vacation
it was a perfect stay for our first big family vacation. My kids loved everything about the house.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. That is what we work to see.
Great place!
Homeowners are lovely and the house is amazing. Right near a Walmart and gas station so groceries and gas are no biggie. Excellent location in the mountains for a nature getaway!
Every time I came to the house to provide something, I received a friendly greeting by everyone I met in your college group. You were a great group of guys.
Great property
We stayed over Thanksgiving and the property was great. It snowed a couple days but other than our mini vans not dealing with ice well, it wasn’t a problem. I think we had highs in the teens a couple days but we stayed warm with the provided heaters. Actually, one of the days with a foot of snow outside we had to open the doors because it was getting slightly hot inside with all the large windows!
The kids loved playing outside and sledding. The kitchen was very well stocked and had everything you could possibly need. It is in the mountains more or less so we were colder than nearby Colorado Springs but it really wasn’t an issue. There is even a Walmart a mile or so away for anything you forgot. Oh, and of course pets are allowed! The dogs might have loved the snow more than anybody. My lab was in heaven!
Overall I highly recommend this house, great place to stay. Owners were responsive to questions and have a beautiful property, inside and especially out with a thick layer of new snow to look at safely warm inside!
Peaceful, felt like home
Karen,
Thank you so much.....we enjoyed our peaceful, family gathering at your property. The view, the comfy beds, the ping pong tournaments, sitting around the fire at night talking & laughing in the mountain air, coffee on the porch swing in the morning & oh yes, the Treasure hunt, (bring your hiking shoes for that) so much FUN! Thank you for anytime we needed you, just a phone call away. We enjoyed our stay at Sun Mountain Resort and look forward to our next visit. Thanks again!