Leave the everyday routine behind and make room for mountain adventures. Surrounded by pines and the sounds of the creek, this two-bedroom suite gives you a comfortable home base with a full kitchen, room for family or friends, patio and shared creekside hot tub for unwinding after exploring Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and Colorado Springs. This walk-up basement suite offers a cozy experience for up to 4 guests and dogs. Personalized guidebook https://bluesprucecaboose.com/guidebook
-- The Space --
Once the 'Many Pines' tree nursery, the property became a home in the 1950s and has since been tastefully renovated. A full kitchen, large living space, fireplace, dining area, dedicated workspace and cabin style decor offer a welcoming environment. When you step out the door 2 acres of nature welcome you. There is a large shared patio where you can relax and spend time with your favorite people in the hot tub or by the fire. Staying here feels like stepping into a simpler past.
One of the best things about this property is its proximity to exploration and attractions. It's an excellent adventure basecamp from which you can head deeper into the mountains and visit Woodland Park or down into Colorado Springs within 10 minutes. Some of the highlights close by:
- Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
- Garden of the Gods
- North Pole - Santa's Workshop
- North Slope Recreation Area & Catamount Lakes
- The Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway
- Manitou Incline & Manitou Springs
- Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
- Catamount Trailhead & Heizer Trail
- Green Mountain Falls
- Old Colorado City
- Glen Eyrie Castle
- North Cheyenne Cañon Park
- Seven Falls
We fully stock with coffee, dishes, soaps, shampoo, conditioner, towels and more. Wi-Fi is provided and the smart TV has a couple paid streaming services logged in and others available. There is a dedicated workspace and a stack of board games.
The living room has an indoor fireplace and plenty of space to cuddle up and read a good book, eat dinner, play games or watch a movie.
The yard on the property has plenty of space for activities and the patio by the creek is a fun common area where you can sit by the fire and listen to the water bubbling and the trees swaying. We generally have extra firewood available stacked near the shed in front of the house.
Whether you're looking for a cozy snowy winter retreat, visiting the mountains to see the fall colors or an adventure filled summer vacation the creekside escape can make your dreams a reality!
-- Guest Access --
Booked guests and pets enjoy private access to the suite, the outdoor hot tub/patio is shared. You are welcome to take advantage of the hot tub, yard and patio seating area and wade in the stream
-- Pets --
We welcome dogs. If you are traveling with dogs please select "I am traveling with pets" at time of booking to have the pet fee included, otherwise it will be added as an additional fee
-- Other Details --
The basement suite is a private entrance/space there is no internal connection between this space and the house. The ceiling height matches 1950s build standards and not ideal for individuals significantly over 6ft tall
-- Interaction with Guests --
Let us know if you have questions about the area or things to do. The property also hosts our primary residence, simply drop us a message or say hi! We know most guests prefer full privacy so we default to that