Private Mountainside Perch with Hot Tub / Pet Friendly / Retro Chic - Alpine Haus

Alpine Haus gives you the privacy of being nestled in the woods while still enjoying great mountain views!

This beautiful mountain house is located in peaceful Placer Valley just North of Alma in Park County - only 25 miles from Breckenridge! Family friendly or ideal for a small group of close friends to share, this cozy 2 bedroom home with an open loft sleeping area and single bathroom has something to offer everyone in your party. The home is very secluded and on a heavily wooded property that offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Placer Valley is home to a variety of wildlife and this spectacular location affords opportunities to observe Elk, Deer and Foxes (just to name a few!) right on the property. Additionally, the wetland area located less than 2 miles from the home is one of the few areas where you may be able to see Moose in their natural habitat.

The unique architecture of this home offers a wonderful high alpine experience with a wood burning stove on a large stone hearth, open concept living room with comfortable seating and plentiful dining space accented with tasteful retro chic decor. The first floor bedroom has a full size mattress and the second floor bedroom has a Queen size mattress, cozy comforters and luxury linens ensuring that you wake well rested and refreshed - ready for any adventure that a day in the Rocky Mountains may afford. The open loft offers two comfortable twin beds, perfect for the kids in the family, the young at heart or just for an afternoon lounging with a bowl of popcorn and your favorite movie on the television - and there is even enough floor space to play one of the many games available, or build a blanket fort! Step into the full size kitchen with it's stainless steel appliances and plenty of counter space; fully stocked with all the cooking, baking and serving dishes you will need to whip up a delicious meal and share it with your favorite people. With the Bathtub/Shower combo, you can hop in for a quick refreshing shower after a warm summer day of hiking or you may choose to sink in for a long hot soak in the tub after a full day on the slopes. The washer and dryer is easily accessible in a laundry closet off of the first floor bedroom - so no need to waste precious vacation time hauling dirty items to the laundromat in town.

The large elevated deck is a gorgeous relaxation space. Available on the deck for your enjoyment is a large outdoor dining table and chairs with a gas grill for the full outdoor dining experience, comfortable patio furniture where you can drink in the mountain views along with your tasty morning brews and a gas fire pit around which you may enjoy an evening drink under the pines in the company of a thousand stars.

Family friendly or ideal for a small group of close friends to share, this cozy two bedroom home with an open loft sleeping area offers something for everyone in your party. Welcome to your Park County "Haus" away from home!

Fairplay and Alma are the activity center of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, it's a great "Base Camp!" If you can think of an outdoor activity, you will likely find it within 10-20 minutes of the cabin. Activities include skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain climbing, snow-shoeing, horseback riding (winter too), ice climbing, fishing, hunting, rafting, snowmobiling, 4-wheeling, mine exploration, canoeing, kayaking, and much much more.

* FISHING ... Gold Medal/Blue Ribbon Fishing. 5 area lakes and public river a short drive away
* Within Minutes of the home... Access to National Forest/Montgomery Reservoir, Lincoln Falls, Ice Climbing, skiing, snowboarding, and some of the best snow-shoeing and 4-wheeling in Colorado
* Breckenridge ... ski, snow-board, snowmobile, fish, boat, golf - 22 miles. N
* Buena Vista ... Hot Springs, fishing, raft the Arkansas River - 43 miles. SW
* Salida ... fishing, hiking, jeep trails , rafting - 63 miles SW
* Como Historic Railroad District - 20 min. E
* Fairplay Historic Mining Town - 5 min.
* Denver ... shopping, theaters, sports, amusements parks -90 miles E
* Cripple Creek ... gold mining, gambling - 70 miles.
* Canon City ... home of the Royal Gorge - 80 miles SE
* Manitou Springs ... Cave of the Winds, Pikes Peak - 80 miles. SE
Many of the famous attractions are just a short day trip away from the home including Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Maroon Bells (not accessible in Winter), Aspen, Vail and many more.

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DISCLOSURES
* This home is located in the Central Rockies at approx. 11,076 ft. Please be advised that elevation and weather should be considered when deciding if this location is appropriate.
* Guests are required to have a four-wheel drive vehicle with adequate snow tires or chains during the winter months from November through May. The area is subject to frequent unpredictable and adverse weather conditions which can make travel difficult.
* This home is located in a rural high alpine mountain environment where wildlife, insects and
rodents may be encountered. The home is also equipped with a well water system and may
have variability in taste, smell or mineral content based on time of year and usage.
* Guests will be required to sign a vacation rental agreement after booking.
* Outdoor security cameras are in use at this property, and may be used to verify guest occupancy. Security cameras are solely for visual (no audio) monitoring outside the property and are not present inside the property.
* This home is pet friendly. We charge a $50 fee for each pet, and all pets must be approved. This fee is not included in the quoted rate, and will be charged after the booking is confirmed or the day of arrival on the reservation.