3 Bedrooms
2.5 Bathrooms
Sleeps 7
"The Retreat to the Enchanted Forest" is a spacious, mountain home offering panoramic views South of the City of Denver, as well as, the surrounding foothills. Located on top of Lookout Mountain, in Golden Colorado, this 4 level home offers plenty of space for the guest to stay, but cozy and serine to enjoy the family gathering.
This home is directly adjacent to the APEX Trail system. A 700 acre refuge managed by Jefferson County. Here with over 10 miles of trails you can hike and see the stunning views the foothills have to offer.
There is a occupied 1 bedroom apartment on property but you will have the main house all to yourselves.
You will love the fully-equipped kitchen! Plenty of space to prepare a meal from simple to gourmet. There is a BBQ grill on the back deck.
Relax upstairs in front of the two gas-burning fireplaces or downstairs in the indoor hot tub - perfect for chilly evenings together. The down stairs has a hot tub that holds 4 people, as well as, a ping pong table. Great for family tournaments. Don't forget about the second and third levels that have 3 bedrooms and separate balconies that offer incredible views of Denver.
Don’t want to be inside? Perfect!. Hiking & cycling (road & mountain) – are incredible & easily accessible. Bring your hiking boots! The Enchanted Forest Trail abuts this home's property. It is a wonderful place to take a walk in the morning or at dusk, when you are most likely to run into our most populous neighbors - the elk, deer, turkeys & the occasional red fox. They're beautiful, majestic & look harmless. But it's not advisable to try to pet or feed them.
Historic downtown Golden is a quick drive from the house. Settled in 1859, it retains much of its old west charm. Dining options are a plenty as well as wonderful & unique shopping, music, galleries, & nightlife.
Interstate 70 is a 3 minute drive from the Retreat and it offers a short drive to Denver, Evergreen, and Idaho Springs.
Evergreen Lake is nearby & offers a day's worth of activities, in any season. In winter, there's skating, ice fishing, snowshoeing & cross-country skiing. If you visit over New Year's, celebrate by roasting marshmallows by firelight, gazing at ice thrones & watching the falling ice star & fantastic firework display at midnight. In summer, enjoy fishing, sailing, stand-up paddle boarding, canoeing & more... Rent boats, kayaks, or paddle boards at the lake (or paddle boards at Big R). There's also a music festival, w/ free music on Wed. nights.
Depending on when you visit, there is the Bluegrass Festival, Jazz Festival, Music at Myers Ranch Concerts, Rodeo & Parade held on Fathers' Day weekend and the Christmas parade of Lights in Golden.
Mount Evans is a short drive away – Hike a 14-er (or drive up North America's highest paved road!), rock climb, ice climb, or just enjoy the alpine beauty.
Red Rocks Amphitheater is 10 minute way. Besides being a great concert venue, it's gorgeous, & ideal for hiking.
Please know that traveling in Colorado in the months of November through April, you will need a 4 wheel or all wheel drive (AWD) vehicle. Please do not drive to the Retreat at the Enchanted Forest without the proper automobile.
**Ring Doorbell video monitoring is in use outside of home**
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
Master Bedroom:
- Queen bed w/ private en suite bathroom
Second Bedroom:
- Queen bed
Third Bedroom:
- Queen bed
- Twin Bed
UNIQUE AMENITIES:
-Panoramic views!
- Hot Tub
- 2 gas-burning stone fireplaces (Upstairs)
-Internet-enabled TV (Upstairs)
-Antenna or laptop driven wide screen TV (Downstairs)
-Ping pong Table
-Parking for up to 4 cars
3 Decks
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PROXIMITY TO:
-Denver Airport, I-70W – 40 miles 45 minutes drive
-Historic Downtown Golden 12 mins
-Downtown Evergreen 20 mins
-Evergreen Lake – 20 mins
-Zipline & Rafting Tours – 25 mins
-Boettcher Mansion & Buffalo Bill’s Grave – 10 mins
-Idaho Springs (where gold was first discovered in CO) – 20 mins
-Dinosaur Ridge – 15 mins
-Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater – 15 mins
-Bandimere Speedway – 20 mins
-Coors Brewery Tour – 15 mins
-Blackhawk Casinos – 30 mins
-Loveland Ski Area – 40 mins
-Arapahoe Basin – 50 mins
-Breckenridge – 1 hr, 15 mins
-Vail – 1 hr, 20 mins
HIKING TRAILS NEARBY:
- Enchanted Forest Trailhead - 3 min drive or you may enter the trail by the north side of the home
- Magic Mountain Trail - 5 mins walk from the house
- Pay Dirt Trail 15 mins walk from house
- Pic and Ax Trail 30 min hike from home
-Genesee Park (buffalo & elk herds) – 5 mins drive
-Maxwell Falls Lower Trails – 25 mins drive
-Chavez and Beaver Brook Trail Loop – 20 mins
-Lair O’ the Bear Park – 25 mins
-Echo Lake Park – 35 mins
-Mount Falcon Castle Trail – 35 mins
-Staunton State Park – 35 mins
**HOUSE RULES:**
Maximum occupancy: 7 - children must be counted in the max. occupancy unless they are under two (2) & are sleeping in a portable crib* (not provided). Our permit allows for a max of 4 cars to park in the driveway. Tenant stated on Agreement/Booking must be at least twenty-five (25) years-old and acknowledges that they will occupy the Property during the entire tenancy.
No pets are allowed.
Any unauthorized pets will result in a $250 pet cleaning fee.
We do not allow any parties or events at this home without prior authorization.
No smoking or vaping in the home. If a smoke smell is found a $250 fee will be applied.
Please be mindful of neighbors - noise travels in the mountains.
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 10:00 am
Ask us about BabyStay Rentals, our partner who can set up the home with the basics you may need like a crib, high chair, stroller, and even toys! Need a car seat? Use coupon code "ITRIP10" to receive 10% off.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
In the event that you must cancel your reservation, please cancel prior to 30 days b
