Rural Retreat: Private Cabin w/ Watsu Option

Experience a slice of country life while relaxing in the cozy comfort of our private guest accommodations. We are rural but a short drive to some of the areas most popular destinations- Lyons (20 min), Longmont (10 min), Loveland (15 min), Boulder (30 min), RMNP (50 min). This space is at our private residence, located in a separate structure in our backyard. Our place is perfect for the adventurous traveler looking for some quiet down time, couples, small families and business professionals. The guest house offers the conveniences and comforts of home. The bedroom has a queen bed, night table with light, ceiling fan with light, luggage rack and armoire. The other sleeping accommodations are a full bed in a semi-private space with a privacy curtain, just off the living room and a leather couch. If you are planning on using the couch as a sleeping space, let me know and I'll provide additional linens. The kitchen is stocked with what we would have in our own home - quality pots and pans, dishes, glassware, flatware, utensils, etc. We also have a toaster oven, microwave, instant kettle, lots of coffee making accoutrements and gas range. We do NOT have a conventional oven. We offer a few staple items like butter, cooking oils, a few tea choices and an emergency coffee stash. We keep several snuggly blankets available in the livingroom for curling up on the couches and a stash of games for you to choose from in case you prefer to stay in. We have a TV with a digital receiver which receives many local channels, a DVD/blu-ray player and WIFI. We do NOT have cable TV. There are several RedBox locations within a short drive from here if you are interested in renting movies. While we feel very safe here at our home and at our property, the main bedroom has locking interior and exterior doors for your added sense of security, if you feel the need. As much as we try to maintain smooth paths and walkways, this is a rural setting and most of the area around our property is unpaved and traverses over slightly uneven ground. We have outdoor lighting, some of which is motion sensing so night time navigation is easier. We invite our guests to relax in the shade of one of our massive willows in the heat of the summer or enjoy lunch at the outdoor table just steps from the entrance of the space which is adjacent to our duck and hen house. Off-street parking. Driving and parking instructions will be sent prior to your arrival. We do our best to have someone on property to offer support and/or instructs to guide you on where to park if you have questions. If not on site, I will be just a phone call or text away. I spent my early years in the midwest (Iowa) before moving to Colorado in the '90's. I love living here - dry air, 300 days/year of sunshine, mild winters. Before and during your stay, I'd be happy to offer suggestions for local outings, be it restaurants, shopping, art/culture, hiking, breweries, lakes or scenic drives. Check out the guidebook that I've created as part of my listing. Most weekdays are fairly quiet with everyone off to work but a bit more activity can be expected during the weekends, as there is always plenty to do and create here on the property. We live a short jaunt off Hwy 287, towards the end of private dead-end road. The last stretch of road off of the highway and into the neighborhood is not paved but instead, gravel. Access in bad weather is never a problem. All of the properties in our area are on a few acres. You are welcome to walk any of the roads in and around the neighborhood. Even though we are rural, we are just minutes away from most everything you might need during your stay. We are less than 1 hour from Denver International Airport, via the toll way. There are RTD public transportation buses available for either local or regional trips with a main hub located in Longmont. Many of our guests come to stay with us because we are located relatively close to Rocky Mountain National Park (52 min). We are close to many great restaurants, breweries and distilleries, as well as world class hiking, fishing, rock climbing..... Also available during your stay is the option to book a Watsu session- aquatic bodywork in a warm salt-water pool, with the host. That can be paid for separately at the time of your visit. The pool is not available for general guest use. I have 1 fluffy-lovey cat, chickens and ducks. The cat is friendly and sometimes likes to visit but we keep her out of the space so you can consider it to be fur-free. There are 2 dogs that live on the property and belong to other residents that live here. When not with their people, they are in a fenced area. I can also make our fresh eggs available to you, depending on supply. Please ask if you are interested.