Pine Ridge, part of the Ridge Vacation Properties group, is a comfortable, upscale 900 sq ft cabin in the pines. Nestled into the woods on a mountaintop at an elevation of 9,200 feet, you're away from it all but close to everything! Professionally decorated and maintained with a mix of new, vintage, and antique furnishings, you'll enjoy relaxing in front of the electric fireplace, watching the 55" smart HD television, keeping in touch with free Wi-Fi/internet, relaxing in the hot tub, or sitting on the large deck watching the birds and deer wander past.
This 2-bedroom, 1-bath property is all on one level and can comfortably sleep six. We use crisp cotton sheets and cotton quilts in the summer with fun sherpa comforters for the twin beds and a fluffy duvet on the queen in the cooler months. There is always access to additional blankets and comforters, as well as a variety of bed pillows to suit you. The first bedroom has a queen bed, the second has two twins, and there is a queen sleeper sofa with a memory foam mattress in the living room. The roomy bathroom features a full-size bathtub with a shower, thick Turkish cotton towels, and essential toiletries. In the eat-in kitchen, everything you may need is here, including a full set of T-fal pots and pans, utensils, microwave, bakeware, slow cooker, blender, toaster, and a Cuisinart coffee maker that accepts single-serve Keurig-style coffee pods as well as ground coffee for making a full carafe. The refinished antique dining set seats six and overlooks the shaded wrap-around deck. A gas grill is conveniently located off the kitchen through the large sliding door. A separate laundry room near the bedrooms contains a full-size washer and dryer for your convenience.
A complete remodel was finished in January 2020 which included new paint and carpet throughout, new furniture, and all new furnishings including luxury bedding and mattresses, pillows, towels, linens, dishes, silverware, cookware, and lighting. The renovation also included the addition of many smart-home conveniences, easily controlled by voice using the Amazon Alexa devices located throughout the cabin and on the deck. Play music, ask a question, control the lights and TV —even adjust the temperature just by speaking. Of course, all of the traditional switches and controls still work, and the smart features can be disabled for those with privacy concerns.
Pine Ridge is located on a quiet gravel road just 2 miles from pavement, and the road is county maintained year-round. The driveway to the cabin is also gravel, and a few guests have described it as being on the steep side. Those guests arriving in 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive vehicles will not have any problems. Even 2-wheel drive vehicles typically manage just fine in the summer, and additional access options are available when the weather is inclement. Feel free to contact us with any questions regarding access to the property. Pine Ridge is part of the Ridge Vacation Properties group.
Nearby Attractions:
You may have come to get away from it all, read a book, and disconnect from your busy life; however, if you'd like to get out and explore the area, below are just a few of the sights and things to do nearby. Please check hours of operation before heading out as some businesses adjust their schedules seasonally.
• Less than 10 minutes north of Pine Ridge is Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument and Visitor Center, which also includes 14 miles of hiking trails. Next to the Fossil Beds is the Adeline Hornbek Homestead to wander and explore.
• Just 10 minutes north is the small community of Florissant where you'll find:
-Florissant Post Office (80816)
-Outpost Feed & Ranch Supply
-Florissant Public Library
-Florissant Community Park and playground
-Conoco gas station with convenience store
-Mountain Burger (located inside the Conoco or via drive-thru)
-Florissant Mercantile convenience store
-Florissant Liquor
-Pikes Peak Historical Society Museum
-Ace Hardware
-Costello Street Coffee House (open 6:30 am – 3:00 pm daily)
-Iron Tree Restaurant & Brewery (open Sunday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm/ Monday and Tuesday CLOSED/
Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm)…can be hit or miss
-Thunderbird Inn (a classic roadhouse bar also serving food; open daily 11:00 am – 11:00 pm daily)…great burgers and fries!
• 15 minutes northeast is the Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center, a nonprofit sanctuary for wolves & wild canines offering guided tours & conservation programs. Tours are by appointment only.
• 20 minutes west is the entrance to Eleven Mile Canyon Recreation Area with picnic areas, the gorgeous South Platte River, former railway tunnels, and the Eleven Mile Dam.
* 25 minutes west is M Lazy C Ranch where you can go horseback riding, go on a hay ride, hike, or enjoy a chuckwagon dinner and square dancing in an authentic western Colorado mountain setting. .Less than 30 minutes south is the historic town of Cripple Creek; try your luck in the casinos (children under 21 not permitted inside), wander the old-time streets and museums, tour a gold mine, ride the steam locomotive, or take in a live performance at the beautiful Butte Theater. Keep your eyes open for the wild burros!
.Less than 30 minutes northeast is the town of Woodland Park, offering multiple shops, restaurants, playgrounds, a movie theater, grocery stores, a recreation center, Pikes Peak Regional Hospital, and numerous other amenities.
• 40 minutes east is the quaint North Pole & Santa's Workshop, a Christmas-themed vintage style amusement park.
• 45 minutes east is the family-friendly town of Manitou Springs, where you can stroll the main street to enjoy shops, restaurants, and sample the natural mineral water from the public fountain. Also located in this area are Cave of the Winds, Adventures Out West Ziplines, and the Manitou Cliff Dwellings.
• 50 minutes southeast is the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo with a historic carousel and Mountaineer Sky Ride, and the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun landmark (beautiful!...advance tickets required).
• 50 minutes east is the city of Colorado Springs where you can tour the United States Olympic Training Center, the United States Air Force Academy, the popular Garden of the Gods Park, and all the museums and attractions of a large city. Be sure to drive, hike, or take the cog railway up the spectacular 14,000' Pikes Peak, known as "America's Mountain." From the top, you can see 4 states on a clear day!
• 60 minutes south is the spectacular Royal Gorge Bridge & Park with many exciting attractions, such as the suspension bridge, gondola ride, zip line, sky coaster, and playland.
• About 90 minutes west are the world-class ski areas of Breckenridge, Arapahoe Basin, and Monarch, as well as other activities such as white water rafting on the Arkansas River.
In addition to the above, Pine Ridge is surrounded by 1.5 million acres of the Pike National Forest with plenty of fishing (including Eleven Mile Reservoir and the "Dream Stream," Eleven Mile Canyon, and the South Platte River), hunting, hiking, and off-road driving areas to explore.
