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Historic Mountain House close to skiing & outdoor adventures
Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 61071 sq ft
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Explore the area
Empire, CO
- Place, Georgetown Loop Railroad8 min drive
- Place, Georgetown Lake9 min drive
- Place, Winter Park Ski Resort27 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Primary Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Red & Black Room
1 Double Bed
Yellow & Black Room
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Mountain House close to skiing & outdoor adventures
The original home built in 1935 has been added on and updated. The great room features a wall of windows with a great view of the mountains and a wood-burning stove. The floors a bit uneven in spots and there is only one bathroom, with a small shower. Large fenced back yard with hot tub and fire pit (pending fire ban). We have tried to create a tranquil mountain retreat to enjoy nature and get away from the hustle of everyday life.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Caution using woodstove with young children.
Events
No events allowed
Strict No Party Rule. Quiet neighborhood.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND ALLOWED INSIDE
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
Note from host: Strict No Party Rule. Quiet neighborhood.
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
Empire
Located in Empire, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Vasquez Peak Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Georgetown Loop Railroad and Amaze'n Maze Winter Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
Empire, CO
What's nearby
- Hotel de Paris Museum - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
- Georgetown Loop Railroad - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
- Georgetown Lake - 9 min drive - 3.6 km
- Winter Park Ski Resort - 27 min drive - 29.8 km
- Ameristar Casino Black Hawk - 31 min drive - 34.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 7 min drive
- Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea Co - 6 min drive
- Cabin Creek Brewing - 8 min drive
- Taco Bell - 6 min drive
- Cooper's on the Creek - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jackie & Steve Mihalchick
We are Jackie & Steve Mihalchick.
I am a licensed Real Estate Agent in Colorado, and my husband is a recently retired Operations manager with the FAA. We just had our first grandchild in 2022 and have another expected in May 2023!
We purchased our Mountain getaway home in 2020. We thought it would be the perfect place for our family to gather and enjoy the mountains. With life as busy and chaotic as it is, we cannot enjoy it as much as we would like. So, we decided to let others enjoy the property as well!
I am a licensed Real Estate Agent in Colorado, and my husband is a recently retired Operations manager with the FAA. We just had our first grandchild in 2022 and have another expected in May 2023!
We purchased our Mountain getaway home in 2020. We thought it would be the perfect place for our family to gather and enjoy the mountains. With life as busy and chaotic as it is, we cannot enjoy it as much as we would like. So, we decided to let others enjoy the property as well!
Why they chose this property
It is the perfect location! It is tucked away in a small community in a valley with spectacular mountain views all around you. Big private backyard, small hot tub, horseshoe pit, deck, fire pit (when there is no fire ban), and cornhole boards for backyard fun!
You are 20 minutes to the closest skiing, Arapaho Basin and Loveland, and about 45 minutes to Winterpark (given you must drive up Berthoud Pass). White water rafting is just minutes away, and an adventure park with ziplining and other fun too! The Georgetown Loop railroad is just 10 minutes away, Gold Mining tour and museum are in Idaho Springs, just 15 minutes away. It is the perfect landing spot. You can even take an epic hike by walking out the front door. Jeep clubs meet at the park down the street from us, as the jeeping in the area is also pretty impressive.
Suppose you are looking for a romantic getaway; it's that as well! We have had multiple couples come to stay with us for their honeymoons and even had one couple elope on the property. The views from the living room are lovely.
You are 20 minutes to the closest skiing, Arapaho Basin and Loveland, and about 45 minutes to Winterpark (given you must drive up Berthoud Pass). White water rafting is just minutes away, and an adventure park with ziplining and other fun too! The Georgetown Loop railroad is just 10 minutes away, Gold Mining tour and museum are in Idaho Springs, just 15 minutes away. It is the perfect landing spot. You can even take an epic hike by walking out the front door. Jeep clubs meet at the park down the street from us, as the jeeping in the area is also pretty impressive.
Suppose you are looking for a romantic getaway; it's that as well! We have had multiple couples come to stay with us for their honeymoons and even had one couple elope on the property. The views from the living room are lovely.
What makes this property unique
We added a new shower, put in a new washer and dryer, a new fence, a parking area, and a deck since we purchased the home. You are on a residential street and can walk to the Brewery, Dairy King, or Dispensary. The barn out back is historical and used to be a Blacksmith Shop and was on the property before the home was. The original portion of the home was said to have been moved onto the property in 1935, and it is said that it was an infirmary for a local mine. It was then added on at some point to include a bathroom and two bedrooms. Another addition was then added to include a vaulted great room/living room with a wall of windows and another bedroom. The home is not large, but it is much larger than it appears from the street.
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