Notes from the host
Serene Mountain Hideaway
Summary:
Welcome to our chic and sprawling mountain getaway w/ views that extend for miles! Located at 10,500 feet, you'll feel on top of the world in our serene and cozy cabin. We are 2 miles from St. Mary’s Glacier trailhead & 20 minutes from downtown Idaho Springs. Decompress in our sauna or relax in our NEW premium hot-tub after a long day outdoors. Not going out? Cozy-up and cook w/ a fully stocked kitchen or enjoy our outdoor grill while enjoying the peace, quiet, and scenic views from our home.
The Space:
Inside:
Our cozy cabin, vacation retreat boasts three bedrooms, two spacious full bathrooms and a sleeper sofa. The smart layout w/ multiple sleeping arrangements, has a bedroom on each floor, giving privacy to those traveling in larger groups. Upon arrival you will walk into our cozy living room with a sauna - a perfect complement to the healing nature of the mountains. Head upstairs to our main level that has incredible views of the mountains. Sprawl out on the sofa, cook some food, dine with family and friends or sit outside to enjoy all that the mountain life has to offer. Thanks to our well-designed floor plan, you can enjoy time with friends and family while still finding the space you need for some privacy. Please note the 3rd bedroom is the loft area above the living room which does not offer complete privacy.
Outside:
Our 6 seat, 45-jet Hercules hot tub is conveniently located on the first level (and same level as the sauna). Our top-of-the-line hot tub sits beneath our upstairs deck, which is wonderful for those snowy nights. Receive the ultimate massage while the UV disinfection technology of our hot tub protects you from germs and bacteria. On the main level, the outdoor deck boasts breathtaking views, a grill and additional seating!
Getting out? Hike St. Mary's Glacier Trailhead, Visit the Historic Argo Gold Mill & Tunnel or drive down to Indian Hot springs. In the winter, visit Echo Mountain for Snow Boarding or Tubing or access many ski locations that are within an hour and twenty minutes (listed below), including Loveland Ski area which is just a 40 minute drive! The summers are ideal for rafting, hiking, fly fishing, zip lining & more!
- 5 minutes to St. Mary's Glacier Trailhead
- 25 minutes to Indian Hot Springs
- 25 minutes to downtown Idaho Springs
- 30 minutes to Georgetown & The Georgetown Loop Railroad
- 40 minutes to Loveland Skiing
- 50 minutes to Red Rocks Amphitheater
- 55 minutes to Lake Dillon
- 1 Hr to Denver
- 1 hour and 10 minutes to Breckenridge & Skiing
- 1 hour and 20 minutes to Vail & Skiing
- 1 hour and 15 minutes to Eldora Skiing
We are located 10,500 feet above sea level. Located off of I-70, we are a 20-minute drive up the mountain with the last 0.50 miles of the drive being a gravel road. Our driveway is steep. We do recommend AWD or 4WD during snowy months and AWD all year round. Strictly two cars per reservation maximum.
STAIRS
There are stairs (20 steps) commonly used to enter and exit the rental. Please inquire for more details
Guest Access:
Our entire home is available to guests. Self-checkin instructions will be sent 48 hours before your stay.
The Neighborhood:
St. Mary's Glacier Sub Division in Idaho Springs
Getting Around:
4WD required during winter months and recommended year round. Send us a message if you have any questions or concerns.
Other Things to Note:
If it snows during your stay guests may need to shovel the deck/pathway to clear a path. We have snow removal service after every major snow storm ends but it is likely you may need to shovel snow. Ice melt is readily available. The steps to access the rental are steep and can be slick at times. If roads are open and you can't make it to the rental no refunds will be issued.
We are a dog friendly rental. We charge a non-refundable pet fee of $100. You can select the pet option in the same area you select guest count. If you have missed it, please reach out to us to pay your pet fee. Please inquire about multiple pets or multiple month stays.
Strictly only two cars per reservation
DRIVEWAY
Strictly only two cars per reservation. The driveway is steep your and vehicle MUST be parked on the flat grade closest to the house (this will comfortably fit one car). NO PARKING AT THE BOTTOM OF DRIVEWAY.
FIREPLACE
Use of either fireplace is not permitted.
SLEEPER SOFA
Please make note that the sofa bed can be heavy when pulling the mattress out
PARTIES OR EVENTS
There are no parties or events allowed at the rental.
Maximum occupancy is 8 guests.
If house rules are broken we reserve the right to withhold your security deposit and/or cancel your reservation.
HOT TUB
Our hot tub servicer rotates the service day. It typically falls Sun-Wed. This can vary. There is a chance the hot tub will be serviced during your stay. When the water is changed, it takes 12-24 hours for the water to reheat. If this occurs during your stay, we cannot guarantee the hot tub will reach the desired temperature at that time.
CHILDPROOFING
Guest understands that no special efforts have been made to “childproof” this house and accepts the risk or harm to any children/infants we allow on the property.
CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT
After confirming your booking, you'll receive a text to download our app, DACK. Using the app, you can request early check-ins and late check-outs for an additional fee. While we can't guarantee approval due to same-day check-ins and check-outs, we'll do our best to accommodate your requests when possible."
TRAVEL INSURANCE/CANCELLATIONS
We HIGHLY recommend buying travel insurance through your airline company, car rental company, or a travel insurance website. We cannot provide a refund for anything that falls outside of our cancellation policy and the dates that correspond with the policy. This includes date change requests as they are considered the same as cancellations (if the new requested check-in date is a later date than your original check-in date). We cannot provide a refund due to travel related issues or Covid, Please review your cancellation policy if you haven't already. This can be found under your reservation, directly through our listing, or through the website that you booked. In most cases (but not all), you have a minimum of 48 hours to cancel your reservation to receive a full refund. Many reservations may have a longer period for a full refund. Last minute bookings are typically non-refundable.
This property is professionally managed by Hideaway Vacation Rentals.
We value hospitality and strive for a 5-star experience!
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