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Circle J Ranch - 200+ acres of private Colorado experiences for family & friends

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A wooden deck with a rocking chair, a dark door, and a white building with a visible window.
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A modern two-story house with a white exterior, a covered bridge, and a snowy landscape with pine trees.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, grey cabinetry, and a large island.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There are large windows providing natural light and a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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Lake George, CO
  • Place, Wilkerson Pass
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Eleven Mile State Park
    ‪36 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

4 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom

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

Bathroom

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

Bathroom

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

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Circle J Ranch - 200+ acres of private Colorado experiences for family & friends

Circle J Ranch is the perfect Colorado FAMILY REUNION destination.  It sits on 200+ acres at 8400 feet of beautiful Colorado mountain landscape with private mountain, meadows, pond/ lake, springs visited daily by elk, deer and classic Colorado history.  A gorgeous family ranch for 60+ years it has a conservation easement to preserve this perfect summer and winter destination with 300+ days of sunshine a year.  This beautiful ranch is surrounded by the Pike National Forest on 3 sides. 

So much classic Colorado history took place here. The ghost town of Hayman, CO still has a large stove and foundations with 3 reclaimed mines where Copper and desperate searches for gold and silver never worked out for those risk taking immigrants. This is also the prior home of Gottleib Fluhman, the Swiss rancher murdered in the nearby Death Cave potentially by the volatile Benjamin Radcliffe. Some say Gottleib still wanders the property searching for his favorite lost cows whom he all named.

The home was remodeled in 2023, the open concept home includes 7 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and can sleep 18 people. Nestled in the mountains, this property was once the historical town of Hayman and contains breathtaking views of Pike's Peak, 10 miles of private hiking and biking trails and numerous ruins to be explored. This is the perfect place to truly escape the busyness of life.

We take your safety and security seriously and this property has special local compliance requirements of a signed rental agreement, ID verification and a $40 damage waiver (covers accidental breaks, mishaps, due its rural location and extravagant extras, repairs are quite expensive and we hate charging guests for simple). 

To make this easy for you, we use a secure and very simple, app-free platform called Happy Guest. It is not an app, and you do not have to sign up for an account - it’s a safe and secure website. It also gives you a guest portal with all the info about the home and all of my favorite local spots.



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Park County STR# STR-0024-2026
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No open wood burning fires
No driving motor vehicles off the main road on ranch property. Please use roads on National Forest property for UTVs and ATVs.
Pets are welcome outdoors only and a kennel is in the garage for staying overnight. Please clean up any poop as it attracts bears. No pets inside.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR-0024-2026
Property # 3483206vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lake George

Located in Lake George, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pikes Peak Historical Society Museum and Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Florissant Children's Park and Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Lake George, CO

What's nearby

  • Wilkerson Pass - 20 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument - 26 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Florissant Children's Park - 26 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Spinney Mountain State Park - 35 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Eleven Mile State Park - 36 min drive - 30.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Gold Water Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lake George Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪schnibs truck - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lake George Cafe Pizzaria - ‬10 min drive
  • pHunkury

Frequently asked questions

Is Circle J Ranch - 200+ acres of private Colorado experiences for family & friends pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Circle J Ranch - 200+ acres of private Colorado experiences for family & friends?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Circle J Ranch - 200+ acres of private Colorado experiences for family & friends?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Circle J Ranch - 200+ acres of private Colorado experiences for family & friends?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Circle J Ranch - 200+ acres of private Colorado experiences for family & friends located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Wilkerson Pass, Florissant Children's Park and Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. Pikes Peak Historical Society Museum and Florissant Public Library are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, and the view from the house was breathtaking. We had a great time; the grandkids ran wild, and the on-property hiking was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2026
Thanks for staying with us. Please come back and stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Great communication!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2026
Thanks again for staying with us. Please come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Circle J Ranch! Multiple families gathered from ages 11-82 and all had a great time both on the property and all of the other adventures Colorado has to offer! On property, disc golf, fishing the pond and the trampoline were the most popular activities. It was unseasonably warm for the first couple of days but once we could open windows overnight and early morning, the house stayed cool. Jayna was exceptional with communication before and during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time celebrating a mini family reunion for my brother-in-law's 40th birthday. The littles had room to run around and play while adults enjoyed togetherness inside and outside the home. We had a blast renting UTV's and driving on the nearby trails. Exploring on the walkable foot trails and visiting the little lake yielded precious memories we will have forever. The hosts were incredibly helpful and responsive. This place checked the boxes of all we needed: Space to roam, plenty of sleeping spaces, big kitchen, indoor and outdoor seating areas, fun recreation nearby, peace and seclusion with few neighbors.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On the night we were arriving the area was under a winter weather advisory. Our host was in contact with us first thing in the morning and the entire day giving us updates on road conditions to make sure we arrived safely. The house was beautiful and our group had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just visited CircleJ in July 2026 for an extended family getaway and were very pleased with the property. There were 17 of us. The 9 grandchildren (ages 12-2) played and had the time of their lives. The home is beautifully decorated with everything we needed to make the large meals, comfortable beds, nice bathrooms and multiple areas to spread out. I loved watching the kids play with the little fort and jump on the trampoline. What I enjoyed most was watching the kids creativity soaras a huge rock became their castle and they became kings and queens The secluded, spacious property gave us the feeling of total privacy. The adults thoroughly enjoyed relaxing on the deck with the gas fire table. We would most certainly rent this home again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for being our guests and please come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group consisted of family and friends including 4 children under the age of 4. The house and property were as described. The owners were very prompt in responding to inquiries. If you are looking for piece, quite and solitude this ranch is perfect. The kitchen, dining and living areas work very well for a large group. The ranch has many amenities and activities on the property including hiking trails and water sports. One of our highlights was the elk heard. Early one morning the herd was grazing in the pasture. Later that night while enjoying looking at the sky on the grand deck we heard the elk heard moving toward the lake. Then to our surprise it sounded like they all jumped in the water and had a frolicking time. As the herd moved off the bugling was amazing. Enjoyed by all. There is hiking and fishing close by and you have to visit Eleven Mile Canyon for a picnic. All in all this is a great ranch experience with super host. We plan to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote Mountain Retreat

We had a great week at this Lake George home. The home was beautiful and away from any stress of the world.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfectly secluded!

Well stocked; sweetly secluded, yet close enough to run for supplies; beautiful site.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2024
Thanks for staying with us and being great guests
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great Location for fishing

property was clean and modern.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2024
Thanks for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful ranch. The house was perfect with wrap around deck, hot tub and very secluded. Beds were very comfortable. The kitchen well stocked with a great gas grill. Can't say enough about this place.Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Very nice! Was well stocked and plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House in the middle of nowhere

We loved our stay here. My kids, husband and inlaws really enjoyed this huge house in the mountains. Really quiet, beautiful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great - we were there for our daughter's wedding weekend, and had some family/friends staying with us, then our family and 2 grandchildren for our last night. Property sleeps a lot of people comfortably, is great with young kids, and is also comfortable just for hanging out. And it's a beautiful property and setting! If you're going to be out in that area, I'd definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Very quiet and remote which made for a very relaxing stay. Rooms were comfortable. Kitchen pretty well stocked. Really appreciate having two sets of laundry machines to use. Fireplace made for a cozy environment. Reason I took off a star was this is not as pet friendly as advertised. Pets only allowed in garage and the garage was freezing. Host however was accommodating to allow our small elderly dogs to sleep inside in the crate provided.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2026
Thanks for your comments. Glad you enjoyed your stay. We clearly state in the booking information that we don’t allow pets in the home.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Very clean with plenty of beds. Not crazy about all the metal chairs for dining table and bar - hard on the bottom.Did not have access to the pond and that was a big disappointment.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
We apologize for the pond needing repair, unfortunately such large ponds are quite complicated to maintain and especially when they fail hard to fix. Luckily we should have the repair complete by September 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Home for a Large family

We traveled with a family of 17 people. The home was secluded from others, nature was beautiful. The home had plenty of sleeping areas for all, nice spacious bathrooms, plenty of hot water, pots and pans, dishes, silverware and a grill. Lovely place to stay with a large family. Lots to do, see and discover on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2024
Thank you for staying with us and so glad to hear you enjoyed the home and the property
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Location was beautiful and remote. We hiked the property and did ATV rentals right down the road at the MLazyC Ranch. Also did guided fly fishing with Tumbling Trout just 4 miles from the house. The house itself is great. It has been updated and is very comfortable. We had plenty of room for our extended family of 13 ages 5 to 70!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2024
Thanks for staying with us. Please feel free to come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderfully secluded property!

Beautiful property secluded on hundreds acres of Colorado wilderness. The place seemed new, very clean and well decorated with every imaginable amenity. But nothing could match the beautiful snow covered forests and meadows surrounding the house. Perfect for a large family reunion if you desire some peace and quiet. We will definitely be renting again for spring or summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2024
Thanks for staying with us and being such a great guest. We look forward to hosting you and your family in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super place for adventure

This place is a wonderful place for families to make memories. The older kids did a lot of hiking and exploring. We would have liked to fish but that wasn't available. the young ones Loved the trampoline and playset. The only downside would be that if it is really really hot outside, the bedrooms could be a little warm. They have fans in each room but some didn't quite do the trick. Overall it was a really nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family gathering of 13 including 5 children under 5 loved this property. The layout is great for large groups not getting in each other’s way, the rooms are well lit, the kitchen well-stocked with food prep and table service items, the Wi-Fi’s strong throughout the property, the beds are comfy, the showers large with plenty of hot water, and two laundry rooms come in handy for cleaning up after all of the area’s activities. The owners made it easy to enjoy the house by providing more than the normal VRBO’s amount of paper products and waste bags, and the TV was easy to connect our devices to. The playground and trampoline were in great condition and the well-marked trail around the property was a great place for us to teach the grand kids trail hiking skills. I did miss in the property description that there wasn’t A/C in the house and it did get warm in the house midday but by evening with the windows open and the fans going the house cooled down for great mountain sleeping temps. This property worked well for our family!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything You Need

We were a large group of 21 with 16 staying at the house and 5 staying nearby. We were together for lunch and supper and there was so much room and dishes for us all. This is seriously the best stocked home. Whatever you need (Ninja blender, waffle maker, griddle, hand mixer) they had. This was the first vacation where everyone unplugged by choice. Our kids (4yrs - 22yrs) didn't ask about watching TV or playing video games. There's just so much to do on the property or nearby. We did a lot of exploring and it was always something new due to the property size and proximity to federal land. It was beyond beautiful and so peaceful. The quality, design, and care of the home made it hard to leave. It was an amazing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jayna Hendershot

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The Circle-J Ranch on 200+ acres has been in the family for over 50 years and we grew up working the land and loving the deep history. The original owner loved to share the stories of Gottlieb Fluhman and Ben Ratcliff and now we get to share that same experience with others.

Why they chose this property

The Circle-J Ranch at Elk Mountain is the perfect way to get away from the heat of summer with average high temperatures of 70-80 degrees all summer long with nothing but clear skies day/ night and the wind blowing through the trees. Wildlife is abundant and peace/ serenity in a luxurious newly remodeled home.

What makes this property unique

Space, privacy, quiet and mountain beauty with nearby adventure, history and intrigue

Languages:

English, Spanish

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