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Traveler's Mountain Retreat w/ Grotto Cave Room

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Aerial view
TV
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Traveler's Mountain Retreat w/ Grotto Cave Room

Escape to this charming, cozy, 100 year old 2-bedroom cabin set on 2 acres at the base of Mount Evans in historic Idaho Springs. Rustic vibes & a picture-perfect setting make an enchanting retreat for couples, hikers & skiers. Enjoy home comforts with modern utilities, 1 bathroom, full kitchen, large living space with pullout sofa, and unique bonus room.

- 7 minutes from the interstate and downtown Idaho Spring | 7.2 miles from the Mount Evans Welcome Station | 30 miles to Loveland Ski Area | 35 minutes to Denver
- Coming to Idaho Springs for a Wedding? We are 2 miles from Blackstone Rivers Ranch and 10 miles from North Star Gatherings!

The space
Book your stay in the one of the prettiest Airbnbs Idaho Springs has to offer and enjoy spectacular panoramic scenery, peace and tranquility, and nature on your doorstep.

Idaho Springs cabins are always a great place to stay, but I think you'll agree, this is one of the best! It's a dreamy sanctuary nestled in a canyon across the road from Chicago Creek. Fall asleep to the sound of the river audible from both bedrooms. The cabin is not too far off-the-grid, so conveniences and home comforts are not compromised.

You can enjoy a romantic couple's getaway here, or go explore downtown Idaho Springs with its rich mining history along with many restaurants, shops, and attractions. No matter how you choose to spend your time here, you will feel rested but never more alive.

- Master Bedroom: King size bed, wall heaters, night stands, closet, blackout shade, and seating area complete with floor sofa and convertible beanbag. Upgraded Nectar memory foam mattress.
- Guest Bedroom: Queen size bed, wall heater, night stand, closet, and blackout shade. Upgraded Nectar memory foam mattress.
- Bathroom: Clean and modern with a shower and tub.
- Kitchen: Fully-equipped with an oven, stove, microwave, refrigerator and essentials. Upgraded reverse osmosis water filtration system for pure drinking water
- Living Room: Pull-out sofa complete with upgraded memory-foam mattress, love seat, flat-screen TV.
- Grotto Cave Room: Unique and fun bonus room! Rocking chairs and a small table. Transparent roof for ample sunshine. Heated in the winter.

Amenities:
- 984 sq. ft space, intended for up to 4 people
- The pull-out sofa could potentially sleep 2 extra guests
- Electricity, plumbing, hot water, WiFi
- Electric wall heaters
- NO indoor gas or wood-burning heat source
- Plenty of onsite parking

Guest access
The entire cabin is yours to enjoy during your stay. Access is by digital pin deadbolt - I will provide you with the pin number to unlock/lock the front door. Each code is unique to the guest.


Other things to note:

REMOTE CABIN STUFF
- Our cabin has satellite Starlink internet and therefore the connection can sometimes drop for a few seconds every hour or so. Not noticeable unless work from home with lots of long duration video and voice calls. Use your time at our home to disconnect from technology and embrace the beauty of the Rockies!
- The Master Bedroom has low, sloped ceilings so please watch your head when going upstairs and walking around!

SNOW
- During winter / spring months, we highly recommend a four-wheel drive vehicle to be able to easily park in our potentially snowy / icy driveway. Please plan accordingly as we do not offer refunds due to road conditions and incapable vehicles. The driveway is short at only about 50 yards from a county-maintained road that is well-plowed. Guests may have to shovel out (snow shovel provided) the driveway if there is a large snowstorm during the visit. Large snowstorms occur 1-5 times/season. It is recommended to be able-bodied during winter/early spring months.

WILDLIFE
- Please do not leave trash and food outside as this will attract wildlife! Bears, elk, big horn sheep, and deer roam the area. However, encounters are rare.
WIND
- The cabin occasionally gets high winds, especially in the winter months, sometimes reaching up to 65 miles per hour. The noise from the wind can be quite noticeable. Ensure you and your guests understand that such conditions may exist during your stay.
LANDSCAPE
- The land can be uneven, rocky, and dangerous in the Rocky Mountains. Please be mindful of proper footing around the property.

Property manager

Austin

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Idaho Springs, CO

What's nearby

  • Torreys Peak - 21 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Echo Mountain Park - 25 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Georgetown Loop Railroad - 26 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Saint Mary's Glacier - 33 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Mount Blue Sky - 39 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • Winter Park Ski Resort Amtrak Station - 49 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beau Jo's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tommyknocker Brewery & Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Westbound & Down Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cooper's on the Creek - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪MTN Prime - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traveler's Mountain Retreat w/ Grotto Cave Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traveler's Mountain Retreat w/ Grotto Cave Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traveler's Mountain Retreat w/ Grotto Cave Room?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traveler's Mountain Retreat w/ Grotto Cave Room located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Torreys Peak, Underhill Museum and Argo Gold Mill and Museum. Steve Canyon Statue and Echo Lake Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Traveler's Mountain Retreat w/ Grotto Cave Room Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rennie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time
We had such a wonderful visit! The cabin was clean and communication with owner when I booked the wrong year was prompt. The location in the canyon is beautiful as well as accessible to restaurants and amazing outdoor activities! Our family is not able to get together that often and this cabin was perfect. So many amenities! We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to Red Rocks
Overall it was a great 3 day vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Was secluded from others and very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty off the beaten path
Had a wonderful time hiking the area, and the cabin was an amazing place to unwind afterward. The cabin and surrounding property are beautiful and well kept, would definitely stay here again if I am ever in Idaho Springs area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Great cabin, nicely decorated, peaceful woods with creek directly across the street. We had a fabulous time and the things to do in the area are endless.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location. Even saw a Moose across the road!! Our favorite place to hang out was the front porch. The bed was a bit low for us, as we are getting older, but we made it work. The house is very pretty and comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Came into town for a wedding on Echo mountain and this was the perfect location. Cozy, great location, clean and comfortable. Adorable little place with nice decor!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
What a great location nearby the local wedding venue. Clean and convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great recommendations.
Took my wife here for her birthday on a weekend trip. The property was great and came equipped with everything we needed and then some. Best part there was a booklet with recommendations on places to go, things to see, and coffee to drink. All recommendations were to notch, the place was great, i will likely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C., Colorado Springs, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite cabin in the trees
This location in great location and is close to town. There a creek across the street that can be hear when your sitting on the front porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt M., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Oasis
Terrifically equipped cabin in a perfect location for fun in the mountains or town. Highly recommend for quiet getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cabin
My daughter and I had the best week ever! We only wish we could have stayed two weeks. We were so sad leaving but made so many great memories. The location was perfect and there were so many fun things to do and so many adventures. We will be back for sure! Our hosts are amazing and we can’t wait to book again! This time we will stay longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
WI Family
Cabin was super nice and very clean. Beds comfortable and ample pillows & blankets. Good supply of shampoos, conditioners, body soaps. Most comfortable VRBO we’ve experienced. Austin was extremely helpful with any questions we had. Quick to respond and gave lots of area suggestions. If we come back, would definitely stay again and highly recommend. Thank you Austin!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane C., Springfield, Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Great location and easy to find. The house was small and perfect for what we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Marvelous little cottage
I love this place. I want to come back again. Thanks, hosts, for sharing this little wonder!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean private mountain Cabin
Great little gem hidden a couple of miles from Idaho Springs. Far enough away that you don't have to deal with neighbors, but close enough to town that you can hit all the little attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy cottage with beautiful scenery
We had a wonderful weekend getaway! We had so much fun and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place, nice time
Great owners, great time. Would come to this place again! Thanks to Austin!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura O., FORT WORTH

Liked: Cleanliness
Prefect Get Away
House was beautiful, surrounded by mountains and a river running right out the front door. Will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half
We were in town for race and decided to make a weekend of it, this cabin was amazing! Super clean, cozy with tons of character! Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

KACIE R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Colorado Wedding Weekend
The cabin was in the best location for our trip! It was pretty much away from all other places. We could see one other cabin but that was it. Gorgeous Aspen trees right off the front porch and you can listen to the water running across the street. It's down the road from the most amazing views of Mt. Evans and many others off the road! Short drive to Denver and St. Mary's Glacier. We had a wedding Sunday night at the Blackstone Ranch and it was literally 4-5 min drive if even! The house was great. It did get a little warm upstairs as we were getting ready but there was a fan and I have a travel fan. the kitchen was great with plenty of room to eat at a table and or work on a laptop. The bathroom was a nice size too. It was a lovely cabin and I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay!
We enjoyed our stay at the Traveler's Mountain Retreat! The owners were very responsive and were extremely accommodating. We had some vendors for our wedding run late to the house which caused us to go over our check out time and they were extremely understanding and wonderful to work with. We would highly recommend staying here to anyone looking to be in the Idaho Springs area and we will definitely be back! Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald E., Leawood

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Perfect for a couple. Very comfortable and great access to hiking trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Perfect place to stay if visiting the Rockies National Park ir Denver area. Cabin is super nice and location is great. Definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding in Golden
The place was very nice. We explored Idaho Springs and took a zip line and white water rafting tour.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022