Notes from the host
Victorian Charm
Summary:
Gather and cook meals in the renovated kitchen and enjoy dining al fresco under the massive tree in the backyard.
Plenty of room to spread, relax and sleep comfy in high end beds and pillows.
Hot tub and fire pit in backyard are the ultimate escape on chilly nights.
Built in 1895, this classic Victorian home is just a few blocks north of Downtown Colorado Springs and only two blocks east of Colorado College—the Springs' own classic liberal arts institution.
The Space:
The Victorian Charm
Offering space, timeless charm, a hot-tub and near-urban convenience, this 5-bedroom, 2.5 bath home might be the perfect short-term rental for your family or group. And with all the dining, drinking, shopping and entertainment amenities of Downtown so close—you'll never get tired of exploring.
Built in 1895, this classic Victorian home is just a few blocks north of Downtown Colorado Springs and only two blocks east of Colorado College, the Springs’ own renown classic liberal arts institution. Offering space, timeless charm, a hot-tub and near-urban convenience, this well-appointed 5-bedroom, 2- ½ bath home might be the perfect short-term rental for your family or group. And with all of the dining, drinking and entertainment amenities of Downtown so close—you’ll never get tired of exploring.
The Space:
Classic, elegant charm is abundant throughout this home. There is plenty of space and practical functionality too! Park your vehicles in the off street private concrete parking spaces accessed from the alleyway, (with room for 5 vehicles), and enter this property through the backyard. You’ll pass the gas fire-pit with enough seating for your whole family to eat dinner from the burgers you prepared on the gas BBQ grill. Finish your evening spending time in the 8-person hot tub under the stars of a Colorado Sky!
Enter the back of the house through the sunroom, which is a perfect place to stash your clothes before getting into the hot tub or to enjoy a cup of coffee in the early morning sun. Past the sunroom is a beautifully and completely renovated gourmet kitchen with all of the modern amenities including top quality appliances from a gas range to waffle maker and everything in between. This awesome kitchen has beautiful granite counter tops with an eating bar that will comfortably sit four adults, full height floor to ceiling vintage style cabinets and natural travertine stone floors. There are one of a kind wood accents from the original home in this space.
This house boasts five Colorado themed bedrooms with the main level “bicycle suite”! This conveniently located room has a queen size bed and antique furniture to match this Victorian era. The main level also offers a formal dining room with an antique china hutch stocked with premium Colorado themed china. It also has an expandable comfort height table to seat 10. There is a formal living room that is open to the dining room and entry way that has leather furniture with a queen pull out sleeper bed. There is a smart HD TV with Comcast cable. Adjacent to the open entryway is a powder bathroom classically built under the staircase to the upper level. There is a covered front porch with a bench to sit and enjoy the front yard and the old Victorian town feel.
Ascend the open staircase to the upper level and be sure to look down the staircase to enjoy the old-time craftsmanship. There is a reading chair at the top of the stairs with a bookcase full of a wide assortment of books. On this level enjoy selecting one of three themed bedrooms with your choice of the “Pikes Peak” room, the “Garden of the Gods Room” or the “Train Room” all featuring queen size beds, dresser and night stands. The Pikes Peak room also has a twin pull out couch! All of these rooms are sooo Colorado with decorations to match these unique landscapes. There is a vintage style bath featuring a full size shower with a heavy glass door.
Finally, the lower level can be accessed through the stairwell off the kitchen or privately from the outside staircase on the back of the home. This level has the fifth themed “Mining” bedroom, which is fully furnished and has a queen sized bed. There is also a foosball table for you to challenge your family and friends. The full laundry facility has a washer and dryer, ironing boards and iron for our guests to use.
Family friendly home with keyless entry and fast Wi-Fi for business travelers.
To give you peace of mind, we have a 5 star cleaning team that keeps this home immaculately clean and disinfected (especially high-touch areas) so you can enjoy your stay and feel safe.
Guest Access:
Guest will have private access to the entire home.
The Neighborhood:
Colorado Springs' Old North End features classic, Victorian homes, wide, tree-lined streets, charm and a suburban sense while being very close (walking distance) to Downtown. Colorado College is also just a few blocks away and the neighborhood is home to many students attending this prestigious liberal arts school. With urban amenities so close and still offering a more quiet, suburban feel, this is a great location to spend a holiday. And being centrally located in the geographic heart of the Pikes Peak Region means that all of the primary attractions for visitors and guests to the area are all within a 15 minute drive.
Getting Around:
Although there are plenty of restaurants, bars, cafés, breweries, craft distilleries, shopping and outdoor recreational opportunities close to this property (within walking or biking distance), we recommend that you have a car or use Uber or Lyft when traveling in the Pikes Peak Region. We're happy to provide bus schedules and maps too if you'd like to use public transportation.
Other Things to Note:
ATTENTION:
We require a refundable hold on your card for damages (released after checkout) OR you can opt out with a small fee by purchasing a damage waiver to stay insured throughout your stay.
AGE REQUIREMENT: Must be at least 21 years old. We cannot accommodate guests who do not meet this age requirement unless prior approval has been granted by us before check-in.
- No smoking or vaping (of any kind) is allowed indoors;
* Garbage bins are located in the back yard between the shed and Garage.
Additional Services:
- We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late check-outs. If we are able to accommodate an early check-in or late check-out, we can do this free of charge. Please check with us on the day of your arrival to see if the property will be ready early for an early check-in or the day before your departure for a late check-out.
Please be advised that we ask all guests to complete our secure, online guest verification portal after your reservation is created. Similar to hotels requiring photo ID upon check-in, we ask that guests provide a copy of their Government Issued ID, a matching selfie, and a credit card to verify identity. We use this to prevent fraudulent reservations, illegal activity, and for the safety of all guests, neighbors, and homes. We take data security very seriously. All information entered into this form is encrypted and transmitted securely over SSL.
**By completing the reservation you agree to the following**
I agree to be bound by our rental terms and conditions.
I acknowledge that I will be required to provide a copy of a valid government-issued ID and matching credit card through our online portal prior to check-in.
Hot Tub Fee:
- A $35 plus tax hot tub fee will be applied to the total cost of the reservation after you've booked your reservation. This cost goes towards cleaning and maintaining our hot tubs at the highest level and to ensure that the hot tub is perfectly clean and serviced before you arrive.
🐶Dog Policy:
-This house is dog friendly, Please be respectful of those who will stay after you by cleaning up all pet waste and disposing of it in the large trash bins. Thank you in advance!
* Dogs are welcome for an additional fee ($75 per dog). 3 dogs max. All dogs must be approved before check-in. No other animals are permitted unless they are Certified service animals. There are no charges for service animals.
We offer the following experiences:
* Holiday Decoration set up + takedown - $125
If you would like more information on these experiences, just ask!
Permit: A-STRP-23-1244
Interaction with Guests:
Hello there and a warm welcome from us!
We're a local team, with the charm and personal touch you would expect from your friendly neighbors. Yet, we're also very much available, round the clock, for any support you might need during your stay. How? Well, that's thanks to our fantastic overnight support team that's spread across different time zones. This ensures you can reach out to us at any hour, and there'll always be someone there to respond.
Our promise to you is simple. We'll be there when you need us, anytime, day or night. Your comfort is our top priority and we're dedicated to helping you create some beautiful memories during your stay with us. So, get ready for your home away from home, cared for by your friendly local team!
