Mystically peaceful guest house w/Observatory; Greenhouse; Meditation Chapel & | House in Cotopaxi
4 Bedroom House in Cotopaxi
Summary:
A retired architect's 3-bedroom GUEST house with:
> Views of Sangre de Cristos and Wet Mountains
> Secluded meditation room
> European-styled Labyrinth
> Greenhouse (Stay on concrete.)
> Private observatory tour, if host is available.
Relaxing setting on 440 acres w/ abundant wildlife & surrounding mountains & hills. Just 12 miles north of Westcliffe off Copper Gulch Road. It's a great home base for families wanting to explore the Wet Mountain Valley, the Royal Gorge, the Sand Dunes or innumerable outdoor adventures in Chaffee or Fremont County.
Well STOCKED & EQUIPPED KITCHENETTE: Ample staples, coffee, tea & (dry) breakfast essentials.
Pet fee is $60 per stay (per dog, with a 2 maximum). Leashes are recommended for pet safety.
The Space:
Kitchenette is designed for low-labor entertainment. Bring a few prepared meals ready for heating in a large counter-top (convection/infrared) oven; grilled on the charcoal grill outside; a microwave; or a couple hot plate options in the stove-less kitchenette.
When finished, the dishwasher takes care of most of the clean up. Our goal is to maximize time for enjoying the ranch, plant/wildlife and the soul-enriching views, peace and quiet.
Guest Access:
This property creates an experience of having a park to yourselves.
While it is a guest house, your group has free rein to roam the property and has exclusive access to the tree-lined Labyrinth and an Eastern-inspired Meditation Room. Walks to these features are marked with benches and outdoor art. Enjoy the aesthetics of a park, while remaining private and quiet... except for the wildlife.
Enjoy outdoor eating or entertainment on a six-seat cedar table, on the patio area. Lounge chairs make for comfy sun tanning by day and stargazing at night. Large dual-chamber (gas/propane) grill is provided.
Inquire about availability of tour and overview of astrophotography process in the private observatory. These experiences are subject to host availability. Guests encouraged to make an appropriate donation to Dark Skies of the Wet Mountain Valley, a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, with a mission to PRESERVE. EDUCATE. EXPERIENCE the night skies.
The Neighborhood:
This ranch borders the Cody Park Open Space, an undeveloped Colorado State Park. It's located between Westcliffe to the south and Cañon City to the north. It's 20 minutes to the Arkansas River and 25 minutes to the Royal Gorge. Monarch Resort (ski area) is about 55 minutes to the west on US-50. Access to the Lutheran Camp/Rainbow Trail access is about 10 miles to the west. Hillside is about 7 miles to the west.
Getting Around:
Host may be able provide transportation from Colorado Springs airport or other locations with at least three days to a week's advance notice. Massage and other services may be arranged with enough advance notice.
Other Things to Note:
Wind and solar power makes a net-positive contribution to the electrical power grid.
The owners live at the main house and share the driveway. From the guest house, the main house is barely visible. They welcome you to engage but also respect your privacy. Press Kitchen on the phone in the great room if you want to engage.
Interaction with Guests:
Guests are welcome to self explore using the guest guide and map... showing routes to the Meditation Chapel, for example. Your choice. Contact your host, Darkskies Vacations if you want a tour of the property, including the inside of the Observatory.
Mystically peaceful guest house w/Observatory; Greenhouse; Meditation Chapel & is located in Cotopaxi. Mystically peaceful guest house w/Observatory; Greenhouse; Meditation Chapel & provides accommodation, featuring TV, Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This House features TV, Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Mystically peaceful guest house w/Observatory; Greenhouse; Meditation Chapel & has 4 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Cotopaxi has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Cotopaxi, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Shower
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Hair dryer
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Towels provided
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1 bathroom
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3 bedrooms
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Breakfast available for a fee
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Fireplace
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Refrigerator
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Oven
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Dishwasher
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Toaster
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Coffee/tea maker
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Microwave
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Washing machine and dryer
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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Smoke-free property
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Books
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TV
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Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)
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Office
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's toys
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Travel crib
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WiFi available
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Barbecue grill
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Balcony
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Garden
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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