Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort!
This is the perfect spot for up to 8 mature and respectful adults to experience their Rocky Mountain High! It is close to Nederland and not far from Black Hawk/Central City in the other direction.
The house sits on 20 acres and amenities include an amazing covered deck which overlooks our valley. The deck extends out away from the house and hosts a sunken hot tub and golf driving range!
Two bedrooms are accessible with NO STAIRS and have their own covered porch!
BBQ - Hot Tub - Golf!
An observation deck sits atop the high point of the property. You get that authentic experience of hiking an incline over actual Rocky Mountain Rock to get there but the view is worth the effort!
Another great amenity is the hot tub. It sits out away from the house and is open to the brilliant night sky! It is sunken into a deck which expands away from the covered deck of the house and out to the cliff facing. The gate on the end of the deck swings open and turns into a golf driving range! We will supply you several buckets of balls you can hit and we will pick them up later...
Next to the hot tub - attached to the cliff rock - is a lounge perfectly positioned to catch all of the action. Hang out by or in the hot tub! Drive balls off into the valley!
Hang out on the wide, covered deck - complete with shading, seating, a gas fire pit, and a BBQ grill. Prop the kitchen windows open and turn the main living space and kitchen into an extension of the deck! Feel that cool mountain breeze!
As for beds and personal spaces, one couple will stay in the loft area which overlooks the main living space - this is a semi-private area with a queen bed. They will use the bathroom which is part of the main living space on the floor below.
The other couples would stay on the ground floor where you enter the house. The first room you walk in is a common area to hold your gear or large items that need to come inside, like bicycles, etc. The two bedrooms are accessed from this common area as is the downstairs bathroom. One of the bedrooms can also access the bathroom directly.
Each bedroom has a queen bed and outdoor access to a covered patio area below the main deck above. Additional outdoor seating is on the patio - perfect for your morning coffee or to take in a private moment! The deck is at ground level and you are welcome to park your car or motorcycles there for more protection. It also allows folks in wheel chairs access to the house with NO STAIRS!
All beds and linens are high-quality as are the furnishings. For this reason we are seeking groups that can respect all the work that has gone into creating a space for fantastic Rocky Mountain experience!
We are just 10 minutes from Nederland and about 20 from Black Hawk/Central City. The road off the dirt road off of HWY 72 is a bit rough; however, my 2WD mini-van handles it just fine in the summer.
Although we are seeking groups of couples we are open to considering other group makeups. So, if this listing looks appealing, and you feel confident you are the type of guest we want, please tell us your story and let's get you booked!
Stephen owns the property, however, Reid lives in Nederland and does the hosting and front line communication... he will respond to all of your questions in a timely manner!
Wherever you end up staying we appreciate you taking the time to consider our listing and hope you have a terrific vacation!
Property manager
Reid Barcus
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Black Hawk
Located in Black Hawk, this holiday home is in the mountains. Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Eldorado Canyon State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Carousel of Happiness and National Center for Atmospheric Research. Fiske Planetarium and Sommer Bausch Observatory are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Black Hawk, CO
What's nearby
Eldora Mountain Resort - 25 min drive - 19.6 km
Ameristar Casino Black Hawk - 28 min drive - 20.3 km
Monarch Casino Black Hawk - 29 min drive - 20.7 km
Pearl Street Mall - 46 min drive - 30.8 km
University of Colorado Boulder - 49 min drive - 34.1 km
Getting around
Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
Wondervu Cafe - 16 min drive
Coal Creek Coffee - 21 min drive
Last Shot - 12 min drive
Howlin Wind Brewing & Blending - 16 min drive
New Moon Bakery and Cafe - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort! located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Gilpin County Library and Thorn Lake. Manchester Lake and Howlin Wind Brewing & Blending are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
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The house at Rancho la Chula was wonderful! It was exactly as described and very relaxing. Check in and check out was so easy and added to the measurable experience and stay. Thank you.
We had a good and meaningful time here. The house and grounds are a joy to explore and entirely comfortable. The whole place worked well for our group of 8. Five people slept here with one on the coach and, three at another house. However, this was where we gathered after fly fishing for dinner and it was perfect. Also, Reid is great to work with.
Rancho la Chula is a dream house with out of this world views of the mountains! If you want luxury and complete privacy, book it! We had everything we needed and hitting golf balls into the trees was a bonus!
The hot tub in the morning for coffee was a great way to start the day!
Watching the sunset from the observation deck was breathtaking.
Ending the day back in the hot tub to watch the stars and enjoy a cocktail was just perfect!
Just make sure you have an SUV or the drive up the mountain won't be fun.
We loved everything about this mountain paradise!
We recently launched a new company and chose LA Chula as our first group retreat for the weekend. Everyone had an outstanding time and the experience that Steve and Reid have created for their guests is second to none! We will certainly be back for more visits in the future. Thanks!
My fiancee and I wanted to get away from the city life of Denver for some R&R and that's exactly what we got. So beautiful and peaceful. Loved it very much!
We stayed at the house for a wonderfully relaxing week. The views were awesome. I enjoyed watching the hummingbirds who visited frequently. We hiked the property and my husband loved hitting golf balls off the deck. So peaceful !
It’s just east to be here. Great sunrises and sunsets, good stomping around the property, and hitting golf balls off the deck.
Can’t wait to come back.
Property is exactly as it appears (maybe better). It was an easy drive to Boulder (about 40 minutes). Use the route that goes through Nederland (it looks longer on the map, but it’s much less twisty than other routes). Great BBQ in Nederland, too.
We had an absolutely wonderful time staying at this property for a recent wedding in the Nederland area. The property is beautiful and well furnished, with a fully appointed kitchen, lovely bathrooms, and incredible outdoor living space. The Sonos speakers were a really nice feature, as was the driving range! We spent hours enjoying the hot tub and deck, listening to music, and driving balls off the deck. This property is truly unique and wonderful - such an incredibly beautiful location and a wonderful home. On top of all of this, the host was extremely responsive.
The *one* potential downside is that it is a little far from the main road up a (totally manageable) dirt road. We opted to arrange private transportation to and from the wedding events as we knew there would be drinking, and some of the drivers struggled with access - partiuclarly since there is not reliable cell service in the area. For us, this was a very small price to pay for the serenity of the location, and in my opinion any car should be able to handle the road in in good weather.
The house is immaculate, thoughtfully designed, and well-stocked - even better than the pictures! Reid was a very accessible property manager and made sure everything went smoothly and that we had what we needed. We came here as a good spot to rest in between hikes, but honestly we never wanted to leave the house. The perfect spot to relax and enjoy the mountains in solitude.
Some additional notes:
* The roads going up to the property are rough, so make sure you have a strong vehicle that can handle lots of unavoidable bumps and ruts.
* Unfortunately couldn’t get the grill outside to light despite following the instructions and even watching some troubleshooting videos. Could have been user-error, but I’d recommend that the owners check it out just to be sure the ignition is functional!
* None of the double glass doors leading to the outside seem to lock. Not a huge concern since the area is fairly remote, but wanted to call it out to the owners just in case it’s not a known issue.
Overall, a wonderful stay! We hope to come back again!
This is an absolutely beautiful home. So well designed. Given a bad storm that blew in the previous days, everything was white and snowy. So hiking etc, was out of the picture. But it was soooo peaceful, so quiet and so perfect after 1 year of no travel/vacation.
Nederland is a great little town only minutes away, and you can get to pretty much any place within a 30 mile drive— which goes by in a minutes as you awe yourself in the drive, mountains and everything else.
Thank you for letting us stay here!
Edward/Elena
From Texas
So perfect that we are already planning our return visit!
Everything about this property; the location, the host, the views, the home, was INCREDIBLE! The host representative, Reid, was always accessible and excellent with communication. The house was perfect when we arrived. His instructions were spot on. We were impressed with this home. The owners have certainly paid attention to every detail, including the high end finishes in every room. The kitchen is exceptionally well stocked. We were blessed with perfect fall weather, and spent most of our time while at home on the patios, or gathered around the kitchen island with the doors and windows open. We came to Colorado to spend time with friends while hiking. This property is ideally located within reasonable driving distance from Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Roosevelt National Forest, and many others. We were also close enough to Black Hawk and Century City to visit some of the casinos. I can’t give this property a high enough recommendation! We will be back next year!
What a place! We had an issue with the fridge, it wasn’t cooling but they brought us a small new fridge same day! Perfect spot for my moms 60th. We relaxed in the hot tub staring at the mountains and stars. Directions were easy to follow. Felt like we were away from everyone and everything but it was only 20 mins to get into town. We will definitely stay again when we come back to Colorado.
Jessica S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
About the host
Hosted by Reid Barcus
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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