Alpine Cabin: Walk to the Ice Park & High Alpine Access. Pet Friendly!

First things first: If you are looking for square corners, and airtight climate control, we recommend you look at other options in Lake City. That said, if your idea of the mountains is to percolate coffee, fry some pancakes on cast iron, and relax dad-style in an old-school easy chair in front of an honest fire, this is the place for you.

Constructed in 1948, this home is full of memories. We kept the soul—you’ll find imperfect floors and history on the walls—but we have upgraded the actual living experience a good deal. Scandinavian design elements to keep things alpine cozy, balancing the character of the old cabin with the comfort required for modern recovery. The house comes with robust Wi-Fi, Bluetooth speakers, and a Smart TV as well, in case you need to plug in for a minute or two.

Ice Park = 5-Minute Walk: Forget warming up the truck or loading frozen gear into the backseat. You gear up in the living room and walk to the ice. Because you are so close, your group isn't tethered to one vehicle. Someone can head back early to start the fire; someone else can stay for one last lap. You can even walk home for a hot lunch. It removes the friction from the trip. Drape your harness and ropes on the logs overnight and you're set for the next day.

In warmer weather, you are blocks from Gold Medal fly fishing on the Lake Fork and minutes from Lake San Cristobal for paddle boarding or casting from the shore. Trailheads in town will get you up to 12,000' before you know it, and you're a short drive to the five 14ers.

Downtown's dining (and ice cream!) is one block away. No driving required after a long day on the trail. Enjoy your meal and a leisurely stroll home.

The main bedroom offers a queen size bed for two, but the second bedroom has the real experience - handmade Viking bunkbeds. Kids young and old are going to want to arm wrestle for these. There's also a loft for any overflow or additional private sleeping (hint: it's also the warmest sleeping in the cabin).