Walking Distance to Everything! Hiking, Skiing, Biking, Great Food & Shopping!
CHARMING 3 BR VICTORIAN IN THE HISTORIC DISTRICT! Walking distance to shopping, great food, skiing, hiking. and so much more.
Imagine sitting in the sunroom, on the patio or on our handmade, outdoor love seat with a cup of coffee or glass of wine as you enjoy the fantastic view of mountains, flower gardens, and relax after a full day of fun!
Kate's Place is located in the Crested Butte historic district, one half block off Elk Ave., main street. Kate's Place was shipped to CB in 1922 by train as one of the first original Montgomery Ward's kit homes. It was erected by a local miner with the help of friends and neighbors. The home is named after Kate Starika who shared letters with the lonely miner and agreed to marry him after he provided her with a respectable home.
The home was restored in the early 80's and was recognized by the Board of zoning and Architectural Review as the best example of historical renovation completed that year in CB.
"We tried to maintain as much of the historical integrity as possible. The renovation was a labor of love." As much of the original wood trim, flooring and light fixtures were retained. Beautiful leaded glass doors and side panels were designed in Dallas to fit the new entrance way into home and the wonderful enclosed sunroom. The perfect place to relax after a day of skiing, hiking, biking or shopping in town. The most wonderful element of the home is it's location...walking distance to all the beauty and charm of Crested Butte.
Kate's Place is cozy and comfortable with furniture designed to spread out and relax. When you come to CD you want to relax and enjoy the large and private yard, patio, and outdoor furniture that provides another great space to chill!
Kate's Place is licensed by the town of Crested Butte, license no 12755. Yearly the property is inspected to make sure all safety rules and regulations are followed. This assures you and your family of a safe, clean property for you vacation needs.
Keywords: crested butte, skiing, mountain home rental, hiking, biking, rafting,
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Empty the dishwasher and put clean dishes away. If possible, as you found them.
Take one more good look around for your stuff and take with you,
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The number of guests must not exceed your rental request and is the total number of guests expected. Additional guest will be charged added fees.
No bikes in the house or sunroom. Bikes can be locked to the metal fence, please bring your own locks. Keep all ski’s/snowboards in sunroom.
Bunk beds are for kids with weight no higher weight no higher than 130 lbs. Max. guest 6.
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
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
Crested Butte
Located in Downtown Crested Butte, a neighbourhood in Crested Butte, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Sea Level Spa and Crested Butte Nordic Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coal Creek and Trail 403. Crested Butte Center for the Arts and Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Crested Butte Mountain Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Crested Butte Nordic Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Crested Butte Town Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Center for the Arts - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
The Secret Stash - 3 min walk
Front Porch - 6 min drive
José - 8 min drive
Paradise Cafe - 5 min walk
Kochevars - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Walking Distance to Everything! Hiking, Skiing, Biking, Great Food & Shopping! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Walking Distance to Everything! Hiking, Skiing, Biking, Great Food & Shopping!?
As of 5 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walking Distance to Everything! Hiking, Skiing, Biking, Great Food & Shopping! on 3 Jan, 2026 start from S$675, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Walking Distance to Everything! Hiking, Skiing, Biking, Great Food & Shopping!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walking Distance to Everything! Hiking, Skiing, Biking, Great Food & Shopping!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walking Distance to Everything! Hiking, Skiing, Biking, Great Food & Shopping!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Walking Distance to Everything! Hiking, Skiing, Biking, Great Food & Shopping! located?
Located in Downtown Crested Butte, this holiday home is steps away from Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum, Coal Creek and Sea Level Spa. Trail 403 and Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is one of the most beautiful VRBO we have rented in Crested Butte, It was clean, nicely, appointed and well stocked. It was very comfortable for four persons. We would definitely return.
Rodney & Connie S.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Great guest….we would love you to come back!
Thanks for the great review.
Loved the property, the ski hill, and the local community!
Sara N.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2025
Hello Sara,
So happy that you enjoyed Kate's Place. We work hard to make sure all our guest have a great time. Think about a return visit this summer or fall. It is wonderful!
Thanks for taking good care of the house.
All the best Kathy!!
Thank you for your review. We appreciate great guests like you and are so happy that you love Kate's Place as much as we do. We look forward to your return next year!
We really enjoyed our stay in CB. The house was perfect for our family.
Chris R.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb, 2023
Thank you Chris. & Deb. We are delighted that you and your family fell in love with Crested Butte. We did too 36 years ago. So glad you mad a reservation for 2024. Thanks for taking such good care of our historic home!
Kathy
This is the perfect place to stay in town for Crested Butte - walk to restaurants and shops surrounded by the beautiful mountains!
This charming house had everything we needed from comfortable beds and seating to a very well stocked kitchen
The town is so friendly and has some great restaurants!
Would definitely stay here again!
Judy A.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May, 2024
Thank you so much for the great review. Having great guests like you makes hosting very rewarding. We are so glad you enjoyed Crested Butte and all it has to offer. Please come back soon.
This was our third stay at this property and we always enjoy the proximity to everything south CB has to offer, in addition to ease of exiting the neighborhood for hiking and fishing in the area. The cleanliness of the house improved from our last visit, and our only issue was getting into the house with the code provided, but it was resolved fairly quickly.
Everything was great. The house was well stocked and perfect for the five of us. Perfect location in town one block from all the restaurants and shops. We’ll definitely be back to stay again!
David P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan, 2021
Thanks David for your nice review. We would love to have you back. So glad that you and your party were able to ski this winter!
What a beautiful place to spend our Colorado Christmas! Such a cozy, sweet house! The location was perfect to walk into town and get a delicious dinner or hot coffee and yummy breakfast in the AM!
Mike A.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec, 2023
Thanks Mike & family for taking such good care of our home, Kate’s Place. We appreciate guest that realize how cool it is to stay in a 100 plus year old house with lots of Crested Butte history.
We are so excited that you enjoyed your stay and welcome you to return soon.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
carol n.
18 Mar, 2018
Great house and perfect location
Perfect house. Clean, well equipped. We cooked all meals and kitchen was perfect. Very close to shuttle stop to slopes. Would definitely come back and stay here.
carol n.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov, 2020
Thank you Carol for the nice review. We fell in love with the house and the location more than 30 years ago. So much fun to just walk into town or jump on the bus and not worry about a car and parking. In the summer we have a table and grill on the back deck that makes cooking at home even easier and more fun. We would love to have you back. While we love the skiing summers in CB are the best...once you try it you will be hooked!
Adorable cottage, beautifully decorated in perfect location of CB. Walkable everywhere, lovely gardens, clean, comfortable furniture, and well appointed. Interesting art and creative use of space.I have rented many times in CB, and this is the best.My only issue: I misread: "King-bed, 2" means one king-bed to sleep 2 people. Not 2 king-beds.
Corinne D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your well written review. We are so happy that we were able to move your vacation to a different time frame. Such a great guest, easy to workwith. We can't wait to have you visit us again.
This was our second stay at Kate’s place so we were familiar with the house. Everything was just as it had been the previous stay a year prior. Thanks for having us.
Robyn M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you for selecting Kate’s Place. We would love to have you back.
Kathy
A great place to stay in Crested Butte. Super location - quiet block very near all town attractions. Comfortable beds and super well stocked kitchen. Upstairs main bedroom suite was great. We were in town for my son’s wedding and great backyard and deck served as a wonderful place to sit and visit with family who came in for wedding. We would love to stay here again when we return for another visit.
John W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thanks John for the great review. Thanks for taking such good care of our home. We appreciate your business and look forward to your return .
We loved our stay in this clean and inviting home. The beds were comfortable and the home had everything we needed. The location is excellent as the Elk Street is a short walk from our front door. Communication with our host was quick and she provided plenty of recommendations. We will definitely recommend! Thank you!
Amber B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2022
Thank you for the great review. We appreciate your kind words. You took great care of of our beloved Kate’s Place. We can’t wait to have you visit again.
Kathy
Kate ’s Place
We had a wonderful Christmas at Kate’s Place! Kathy was very responsive and easy to communicate with. House is in an awesome location, easy walk to Elk Ave. or 4 way bus stop! Everything was as described, highly recommend!
Susan M.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2022
Thank you Susan for the great review. We appreciate your your business and would love to have you back!
About the host
Hosted by Kathleen M Reid
My husband and I purchased Kate's Place in 1989 and have been adding updates ever since as a labor of love. Now retired we get to enjoy CB even more and have learned that spring and fall are also special times and are busy exploring the area during these seasons too. We share some of our favorite places in the Guest Book waiting for you at the house.
Why they chose this property
We often visited Crested Butte to ski and loved the area. When we saw Kate's Place we fell in love again! The house is part of the history of CB and is all most 100 years old. Kate's Place is located one block off the main street of Elk Ave....walking distance to hiking, shopping, dinning and parks. Two blocks from the free shuttle bus to the mountain.
What makes this property unique
Outdoor beauty, friendly people, wonderful hiking, skiing, rafting, biking and more within walking distance. Great food and social events...everything for the perfect vacation! Great 4th of July parades, weekly music at the park and on the mountain. Food and wine events. Summer chair lift rides with or without your bike. Art shows and the weekly farmers market and art show are just a few of the events to keep you busy.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests