6BD|Mountain Getaway☀Fire Place☀Minutes to Pikes Peak & Charis

Summary: Immerse yourself in quintessential Colorado character, and bring the whole gang! This 6-BDRM, 4-bath home-away-from-home sleeps up to 16, and with its classic “mountain house” architecture, the theme is complete. Fill your days with adventure (you’ll never run out of things to see and do) and retreat to a welcoming, thoughtfully-appointed space for a recharge. Here, you’ll be in the thick of true Colorado, close to Pikes Peak, the sophisticated offerings of Colorado Springs, and so much more. If you'd like to stay closer to home, check out the shops of Woodland Park or visit the Charis Bible College campus and Andrew Wommack Ministry, just 8 minutes away. The Space: This home is quintessential Colorado with its classic mountain chalet architecture. When you arrive, you’ll be struck immediately by the dramatic, pitched roof, two-story-tall windows, and the upper-level deck that spans the entire front of the house. The home provides two floors of living space with separate exterior entrances. Both floors are connected indoors by a staircase. From outside, the lower level is accessed by a curved pathway leading to the front door. To reach the second level, climb a wide flight of exterior stairs to the broad, inviting deck with two outdoor dining tables. On the upper level, you’ll step from the deck into the living area and be greeted by a stunning two-story cathedral ceiling paneled in knotty wood that seems to speak to the height of the surrounding mountains. An entire wall of windows overlooks the deck and the mountainous scenery beyond. Sink into the L-shaped sofa or one of two chairs positioned around a wide screen TV. The dining table offers seating for six. A glass paneled door leads to a back patio with a grill. The kitchen provides plentiful counter space and cabinetry, plus stainless steel appliances including a large refrigerator, full-size stove, dishwasher and microwave. You’ll appreciate the convenience of a coffee maker, toaster, toaster oven, utensils, spices, and chef’s knives. The kitchen also includes a washer and dryer. The largest of the three upper-level bedrooms sleeps two and features an en suite bath and sliding glass doors leading to the deck, plus a TV. A second upper-level bedroom also sleeps two and features sliding doors to the deck. The third bedroom sleeps two. An additional bathroom provides a wide vanity with two sinks and a shower/tub combo. On the open-concept lower level, a cozy TV viewing area includes an electric piano for entertainment that will draw everyone away from their smartphones. The kitchenette provides ample counter space and cabinets, a table with two chairs, a stove, microwave, double sink, coffee maker, toaster, and cooking utensils. Lower-level sleeping quarters can collectively accommodate up to 11, spanning three separate bedrooms. The first lower-level bedroom includes a full-size bed, plus bunk beds for two. The second bedroom sleeps two. Finally, a large room that’s great for a family includes two sets of bunk beds – one with full beds both up and down, and the other with a full bed on the bottom and a twin up top. Downstairs guests share two well-appointed bathrooms, each with a shower/tub combo, as well as a laundry room with washer and dryer. Hotel-grade linens are professionally laundered after every visit. This home is managed by a local vacation rental specialist, and there’s a sense of quality and care that’s worthy of your 5-star review. Browse our pictures here, ask us any questions, and book today! Guest Access: Guests will have access to the entire house. The Neighborhood: Ready to explore quintessential Colorado mountain charm? Your location couldn’t be better. From your home base in the mountains west of Colorado Springs on the northern flank of Pikes Peak, you’ll be poised to explore the riches of the region, from breathtaking views, to idyllic green spaces and cultural, dining and shopping delights. In the immediate neighborhood you’ll find plenty of casual dining options on West Midland Avenue and vicinity in Woodland Park. The Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center is in Woodland Park, a museum with a working lab on-site that kids will love. Pikes Peak (“America’s Mountain”) reaches 14,115 feet into the sky and offers views nothing short of stunning. Don’t miss a visit to artsy Manitou Springs or the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center, with towering, 300-foot tall sandstone rock formations against a backdrop of snow-capped Pikes Peak and wide, brilliant blue skies. The Rocky Mountains are yours to explore: fly fishing, wildlife, fossil beds, ziplining, waterfalls, river rafting expeditions, gold mine tours, and so much more. If that’s not enough, you’re just a 25-minute drive to Old Colorado City, a vibrant, charming area of Colorado Springs with exceptional restaurants, bars, galleries, cafes, artisan shops, street festivals and more. There’s truly something for everyone within easy driving distance. Your days will be full of adventure, and your evenings cozy and comfortable. Getting Around: Although an exceptional number of restaurants, bars, cafes, venues in the region, we recommend that you have a car or use Uber or Lyft when traveling elsewhere in Colorado Springs. Lyfts and Ubers are not easily available in the Woodland Park Area. We strongly recommend AWD or 4WD during the winter months.. Also, we can provide you with specific bus routes to help you get around. Other Things to Note: -Upstairs and downstairs have separate thermostats so everyone in the home can be cozy at their preferred temperature. - AC Window Unit - We provide fresh sheets, towels, hand towels, wash cloths, and essentials like shampoo, soap, toilet paper etc. - This is not a pet-friendly property, we are sorry! - No parties or events. - No smoking or vaping (of any kind) is allowed indoors; - Quiet hours is 10:00 pm-7:00 am. Additional Services: - We cannot guarantee an early check-in, as we need time to make sure this property is perfect for you before your stay! Please check with us on the day of your arrival to see if the property will be ready early. Thank you for your understanding. - Late Checkout Service: $25/hr (Late as 12 pm) Additional Fees (Price is included with Airbnb reservations): Non-Refundable Damage Deposit Waiver: - Instead of charging a security deposit, Hoste charges a non-refundable $69 damage waiver fee that covers up to $2,500 for damage to real or personal property of the vacation rental property as a result of your acts or omissions. Please see house rules or the rental property agreement when you book for more information about how the damage waiver works. Because the damage waver fee is Non-Refundable; If a Guest changes properties for any reason they May be charged a new damage waver fee for the new property at the discretion of the property Manager. 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, matching selfie and credit card to verify identity. This is used to prevent fraudulent reservations, identity verification and for the safety of all guests 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. Interaction with Guests: This home is taken care of by Hostē. We are able to promptly respond to any of your needs; such as recommended places in Colorado Springs, any extra accommodations you may need, and much much more. Feel free call once booking is confirmed or message us with any questions you may have about this space. We are the experts when it comes to traveling to Colorado Springs and we are happy to help make your experience a spectacular one! We may be able to meet you upon arrival, so please let us know at the time of booking if you would like an in-person greeting. Be sure to check out our guidebook!