Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home
Please note: The City of Boulder limits short term rentals to a maximum of 29 days and thus we can only offer rentals for 29 days or less - thank you for your consideration.
Coronavirus Update: Susurro is cleaned per local and state recommendations with 1 day vacant between guests.
Please note Susurro is entirely independent of the rest of our home, meaning that there is no shared ventilation, which makes Susurro an even safer place for you to stay. We welcome any and all suggestions for keeping you healthy during your stay.
Update: January 25, 2023 - we have replaced our beautiful antique stove ( truthfully - that was a challenge to cook on) with a new contemporary inductive electric stove (with convection and air fry oven) due to recent research documenting the health hazards associated with gas stoves and replaced all stove related cooking utensils.
We replaced the living room sofa with a Room and Board sleeper couch that is very comfortable.
Additionally we will be solar powered with the installation of photovoltaic panels towards the end of February 2023. We have installed an EV charger (Level 2 ChargePoint 48amp) that is fee for the first time use as well.
Welcome to Boulder, Colorado...everything you want from a big city, yet it feels like a small town; world-class restaurants and shops, a major university, an abundance of cultural events, a plethora of year-round outdoor activities and lots of music from around the globe.
Minutes from downtown Boulder, walking distance to excellent coffee and tea houses, restaurants, bakery, shopping, well equipped grocery store, trails and more. Our artist’s home is located within a quiet, historic residential district known as Mapleton Hill. 'Susurro' - our sunny and light, very private garden/walk-out apartment has a separate entrance and is part of our recently eco-remodeled home originally built in 1910. Our 750 sq. ft. apartment is colorful, eclectically furnished, with hot water baseboard heating, solar powered, all domestic water filtered, cork floors, lots of light, antique cooking stove, custom trim, open layout, split level (with two steps) - living room/dining room/kitchen, hand painted floor, and mosaic tiled bathroom floor. Our home is a “come and borrow a cup of organic sugar” kind of home. Please note - Susurro is exceptionally well insulated however, we live upstairs, we are very quiet and we do not wear shoes inside our home. If you need total silence please reconsider - you will hear soft footsteps but never voices and in eight years we have had only two complaints.
'Susurro' is two blocks away from the foothills of the Rockies with great hiking trails, and the continental divide only a thirty-minute drive away. We are a 30 minute drive to Denver; 30 minute drive to Eldora Mountain Resort, 60 minute drive to Rocky Mountain National Park, and a 1.5 to 2.25 hour drive to Loveland, Winter Park, Breckenridge and Vail ski areas.
Boulder has year-round sunshine. The winter season usually brings brief snow storms followed by beautiful sunny days. It's not uncommon to have warm weather in the high 60s-70s in February and March. Late spring and summer offers warm days, wonderful thunderstorms and few airborne pests. Please note - we do not use pesticides or insecticides in Susurro, so you will occasionally find spiders. If this is a problem please make other arrangements. Falls are warm with cool nights and some of the most amazing displays of light and color.
Well cared for and behaved dogs are welcome.
Inspections and Safety:
City of Boulder Short Term Rental License RHL-0000634
There have been legitimate concerns raised in the national and international media about the safety and lack of regulation of short-term rentals. Rest assured that: Susurro is up to date in all required inspections (per City of Boulder rental license regulations); has a current rental license (see: http://gisweb.bouldercolorado.gov/agswebsites/pds/rentalinquiry/ - any property with a color-coding has an up to date rental license); has commercial property insurance from American Modern Insurance that covers short-term rentals; and Susurro includes functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detectors as well as fire extinguishers.
In addition, each bedroom has City of Boulder approved egress windows and two door exits, in the unlikely event of a fire.
Your safety is important to us.
Keywords: Separate Garden Level/Walk Out Apartment in Home with completely private entrance.
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Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please leave keys on the kitchen table. There is no need to do anything further, although leaving clean dishes is always appreciated. No need to take out the trash. Have a safe journey home.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
City of Boulder, CO does NOT allow for rentals exceeding 30 nights consecutively.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number RHL-0000634
Property # 162485vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Boulder
Located in Central Boulder, a neighbourhood in Boulder, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. Downtown Boulder Historic District and Arnett-Fullen House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sawhill Ponds Trailhead and Eldorado Canyon State Park. Long's Iris Gardens and Dairy Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
Downtown Boulder Historic District - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Pearl Street Mall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Boulder Creek - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Boulder Theater - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Arvada Ridge Station - 38 min drive
Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 14 min walk
Ozo Coffee - 14 min walk
Pasta Jay's - 13 min walk
Press Play - 13 min walk
Beleza Coffee Bar - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home located?
Located in Central Boulder, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of North Boulder Park and Pearl Street Mall. University of Colorado Boulder is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was a perfect place to stay with pets. The fenced in side yard made it easy to hang out with them and the neighborhood was quiet, very walkable and with a view of the mountains. I'd definitely stay here again and I'd definitely refer my friends to Bruce's sweet stay.
Creative and quirky apartment walking distance to beautiful hikes and the best of downtown Boulder. The street was quiet and easy to park on and the yard and nearby hikes were perfect for our dog. Highly recommend!
What a great location! This Colorful Apartment is in a quiet neighborhood yet so close to trailheads, restaurants and a grocery store. We were very comfortable, enjoyed cooking and playing board games. The hosts make check in and check out very easy. We look forward to returning!
The host was always available to answer questions quickly and positively. We loved the welcoming, comfortable and homey interior and artwork. The property is close to hiking and cafes and coffee shops. Easy to walk and bike everywhere.
From the secluded location to the whimsical style and artistic flair, we loved everything about our stay. Clean, cozy, comfortable and close to everything we wanted to do.
Perfect little spot within a short distance to local attractions. Great communication with the homeowner and an ideal quiet, simple and cozy home base for us.
We had a wonderful stay and everything was exactly as described! Comfortable, clean, well-appointed and the hosts were great. We would definitely stay again!
You can’t beat this location! We parked our car in front of the house and didn’t use it much after arriving. The apartment is comfortable and welcoming. Though the hosts are upstairs, the space is extremely private. We’d stay again and had a wonderful stay!
This was our third stay at Artists Colorful Apartment. Each visit has been a wonderful experience. The home is lovely, and the location is ideal for us. Bruce and Marcela are gracious hosts. We hope to return again.
Our stay was great. Cozy place, clean, close to Pearl street. We enjoyed walking most places and taking our dogs for neighborhood walks. The neighborhood is beautiful. We will be back!
This house is why I love vrbo over hotels - right from the front gate I knew we were in for a treat! The location was excellent and it had all the amenities we needed.
Kay M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Bruce Poulter
I am from Medellin, Colombia and am an artist and psychotherapist. I consider Susurro to be an ongoing art Installation as well as the rest of the 'orange house'. Susurro means 'to murmer' in Spanish. It is a custom from Colombia to name your home - hence Susurro. My partner is a PTSD researcher, 'artist's slave' and musician - playing the mbira (thumb piano) from Zimbabwe. We have two daughters - both graduated from college and making decisions about graduate school - which makes us old (they think), young (we know)... We purchased Susurro with the intent of remodeling it - but ended up completely rebuilding it from the foundation up. We were the architects, draftspeople, general contractor, electrician, plumber, interior designer, painters, etc - you get the drift and we are still married - happily. We have totally enjoyed living here and meeting all the interesting people who have stayed here from different parts of the world.
Why they chose this property
Boulder is a beautiful city with incredible outdoor activities and cultural events. We chose this neighborhood due to its proximity and convenience to both downtown Boulder and mountain trails. We live in the 'orange house' on the property because we think this is the best neighborhood in Boulder. That being said we are available anytime while simultaneously guaranteeing your privacy.
What makes this property unique
We feel incredibly privileged to live in this house and be able to ride our bikes, walk to nearby trails and cafes and enjoy the many and varied events and activities that Boulder offers. We love the sunshine that abounds in Colorado. Susurro is quiet, private and simultaneously centrally located. We invite you to experience the beauty and comfort first-hand! We speak English and Spanish.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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