One of a kind home nestled in historic Old Town Longmont
- House3200 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 12
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Min Stay: 3 nights
4/5 bedroom home in Historic Neighborhood
Bedrooms
Owner
Ted and Jill Reitsma
- Languages:
- english, spanish
About Ted and Jill Reitsma
Ted and Jill moved to Longmont in 2001 and have enjoyed every minute of it! We love to travel to some warm beach areas and if not, we are camping, hiking, fishing and 4-wheeling in the neighboring mountains. Both of us are in the graphic industry, Ted owns a print shop, while Jill has her own business designing websites and logos. Unfortunately sometimes work gets in the way of fun so we have made our own retreat in our backyard with our pet chickens under 100 year old trees.
Ted and Jill Reitsma purchased this House in 2012
Why Ted and Jill Reitsma chose Longmont
One look into our home and you can see why we own it. The original owner had spent numerous hours in the design and remodel of a 1950's bungalow to make it what it is today. Construction was finished in 2003 and they moved to Michigan 7 years later. Once our daughter was born, my mother wanted a seasonal place to stay closer to us in order to watch her grow. We purchased the house and the rest is history.
Amenities
Featured
- Heater
- Air Conditioning
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- No Smoking
- Children Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Internet
- Parking
- Fireplace
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 3
Safety features
- Deadbolt lock
- First-aid kitin hallway closet
- Smoke detectorall bedrooms and hallway out side of bedrooms
- Fire extinguisherone underneath both kitchen sinks
- Carbon-monoxide detectorlower level and upper level
- Exterior lighting
General
- Air Conditioningcentral air
- Heating
- Linens ProvidedExtra Linens are in the upstairs linen closet. There are extra blankets in the storage chest in the "Blue Room"
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- FireplaceAt this time, the gas fireplace does not currenty work.
- ParkingNarrow one way, shared driveway. Can fit 4 cars in a row, Plenty of vacant on street parking in front of house.
- GarageUsually locked storage, but sometimes we will make exceptions for storage necessities . (Kayaks, bikes, ski's etc..)
- Internetcable high speed
- Towels Provided
- Wireless Internetxfinity blast internet, up to 400GB
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Living RoomFlatscreen Cable TV, 2 sofas and a lounge chair with ottoman. Perfect for chit chatting or watching TV.
Kitchen
- DishwasherThere are actually 2 in the main kitchen and one in the In Law Suite.
- RefrigeratorMain level has icemaker/water dispenser In law suite has standard refrigerator but no icemaker.
- StoveBoth are electric
- OvenBoth are electric.
- MicrowaveMicrowave in both units.
- Grill
- Coffee MakerWith filters
- Toaster
- Pantry ItemsFew spices and paper ware.
- Dishes & UtensilsPlenty for all
- Kitchengranite island with sink, granite countertops
Dining
- Dining Room
- Child's Highchair
- DiningThe dining room has an extendable table with additional chairs. There is a large eat-in area off the kitchen that seats 6. The lower level kitchen has a fold out table and chairs.
Entertainment
- TelevisionHDMI Flat screen in living room, master and in law suite. The office room and blue room each have smaller tv. All have cable.
- Satellite / CableXfinity X1 Hi Def Cable, no pay per view or on demand.
- StereoOnly in the lower unit, has mp3 plug in and radio. CD boom box on main level for use.
- DVD PlayerStandard DVD with a few movies.
- Booksa few books. You can always enjoy our free neighborhood mini libraries scattered across old town if needed.
- GamesBoard games and cards
- Video LibraryWe have a few dvds to choose from
- Video GamesThere is an ATARI with games in the In Law Suite
Outside
- Lawn / GardenSmall front /back yard. The backyard has seasonal strawberries, raspberries, rhubarb, grapes and apples. Feel free to pick if you like! Not good for large events, only planters and pathway.
- BalconySmall Balcony off the upstairs sitting area with bench seat.
- Deck / PatioNice 6 person outdoor table with umbrella
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessibleThere are stairs leading to all entrances of the house. Also there is a step down to the kitchen from the main level. If that is not a problem, then please consider giving it a try.
Pool / Spa
- Spa Whirlpool
Notes
- We welcome you to our home! Much of the history behind this house is not well known, but we do have a little bit to share. The prior owners had a love for the Mediterranean and traveled often to Spain and Italy. There they sourced a majority of the tile and woodwork that was put into this house. We believe the prior owner did a majority of the stained glass himself as a lot of the material was left behind when we acquired the property. From the Spanish doors used on the staircase and entrance to the master bedroom, to the exquisite woodwork done all throughout the bedrooms, kitchen and hallways, this home will leave a lasting impression on you and your family!
Policies
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 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 - Bunk Beds; Stroller; Crib; High Chair upon requestBunk Beds; Stroller; Crib; High Chair upon request
No pets - We love animals, just not here.We love animals, just not here.
No parties/events - Ideal for rehersal dinners or family gatheringsIdeal for rehersal dinners or family gatherings
No smoking - Smoke what you want, but please do it out back.Smoke what you want, but please do it out back.
Max guests: 12
Minimum age of primary renter: 30 - Mature, professional, tenants preferred.Mature, professional, tenants preferred.
- Due to the expensive decor of our home, please no indoor baseball or art projects on the walls.
- All bookings include the 3.53% city and 2% lodging tax. VRBO/Homeaway collects and remits 4.985% Colorado state tax.
38 Reviews
Longmont home
Great neighborhood and actually sleeps as many as advertised. Upstairs bedrooms a bit challenging as you have to go through the master bedroom to get to bath but that's a small issue. Great place for our pre-wedding meeting. Hosts very accommodating.
Great location near downtown Longmont
Our stay was comfortable and relaxing for 8 adults and an 8 month old baby. The location near downtown Longmont was very convenient. There are parks nearby and the location is easy access to the mountain foothills.
Beautiful historical home
This home is a beautiful historical property with garden and bbq area. This home was perfect for our large adult wedding party. There was plenty of space for everyone. The home was well stocked with everything we needed to get ready, full size ironing board, large washer and dryer. The home is furnished beautifully. When we arrived, there was a welcome basket waiting and the owners were easy to communicate with.
Beautiful home located in a perfect spot in Longmont! Quick walk to downtown and parks.
Stunning home centrally located near Boulder, Louisville and Denver. It was a perfect spot to stay for the Sparkler, IDT or Firecracker softball tournament. The home was spacious and provided plenty room for two families. Quick walk to the downtown restaurants, brew pub and shops.
Interesting Home
Large, clean home in quiet neighborhood. Close to downtown and nearby park. Perfectly fit our needs.
Map
Longmont began in an unusual way. In 1870, a group of prominent men in Chicago decided to start a new town in Colorado. To do this, they sold membership in the new town, called "The Chicago-Colorado Colony," and used the money to buy 60,000 acres of land in a carefully chosen site in northern Colorado. They brought people, lumber, and building materials to the barren site, and by 1871, a new town was built. They named it "Longmont," after nearby Long's Peak.
This home is located among numerous historical mansions in the well desired neighborhood of Old Town. Take a leisurely stroll down the tree lined sidewalks and parks, walk downtown to an astonishing array of excellent restaurants, shops and brew pubs, or just sit back and relax out back with your pick of raspberries, grapes, peaches and apples.
only 32 miles west lies the gateway to the rockies - Rocky Mountain National Park. Drive over the continental divide on Trail Ridge Road or try your luck on any of the crisp mountain streams and lakes. If you feel brave, try to climb 14,253' Longs Peak!
The University of Colorado is just a short 15 minute drive down the Diagonal to Boulder where you can take in a game or ride down the bike paths of Boulder Creek.
IBM, Seagate, and many other tech companies call Boulder County home as well.
If you feel the need to gamble, Black Hawk and Central City are only an hour away.