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Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature

Idaho Springs vacation home with kitchen

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 124800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Idaho Springs, CO
  • Place, Clear Creek
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Charlie Taylor Water Wheel
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Underhill Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Idaho Springs

In Idaho Springs .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Idaho Springs vacation home, you'll find Torreys Peak and Underhill Museum. Argo Gold Mill and Museum and Charlie Taylor Water Wheel are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Clear Creek - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Charlie Taylor Water Wheel - 8 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Underhill Museum - 9 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Argo Gold Mill and Museum - 10 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Echo Lake Park - 10 min drive - 7.5 miles

Getting around

  • Winter Park Ski Resort Amtrak Station - 55 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Beau Jo's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cabin Creek Brewing - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea Co - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tommyknocker Brewery & Pub - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature

Welcome to this cozy and expansive mountain retreat space in Idaho Springs! Enjoy the comforts of privacy from 8100 ft elevation with this 5 bedroom, 4 bath, 4800 sq. ft. contemporary cabin just 60 miles from Denver International Airport.

Relish in the beauty of the outdoors, surrounded by thousands of trees and national forest — the perfect mix of seclusion and accessibility. Whether it’s vacation, a family reunion, retreat or friend gathering, the amenities here and proximity to attractions nearby will keep you wanting more!

The rushing sounds of Ute Creek greet you at the front door, and the main-level deck presents beautiful views from every angle of the house. A wide-open, fully equipped kitchen with double convection ovens makes cooking for large groups incredibly easy.

Relax after a long day in the enclosed steam shower or soak into one of the 2 jetted tubs. Escape to another world in the full media-room with indoor/outdoor surround sound speakers and a full wet bar to transform your experience.

Adventure awaits with only minutes to Mt. Blue Sky & Echo Lake for camping, hiking and easy access to several ski towns - you couldn’t be in a better place to enjoy all the natural beauty that Colorado has to offer. Idaho Springs is just 5 miles down the road with ample shopping, restaurants, bars, hot springs and more! Whether you wish to have a relaxing retreat experience or a vacation filled with adventure, you will find what you are looking for at the Three Owls Retreat!!

• Free Wifi
• 3 Living Rooms
• Steam Shower & Jetted Tubs
• Towels & Linens Provided
• Wood Stove & Electric Fireplace
• Parking for 5 vehicles
• Granite Counter Tops
• Washer/Dryer
• Central Heat
• Creek running throughout the entire property
• Wrap around Deck / Patio
• Lawn / Garden
• Walking Paths by creek
• Expansive, secluded views of the Arapaho National Forest

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 7 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

If you have more than 12 guests, please notify us for additional options.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Please contact us directly for events/party rate

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please contact us directly for events/party rate
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Please contact us directly for events/party rate For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-25-120

Frequently asked questions

How close is Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature to the airport?

This vacation home is 44.3 mi (55-min drive) away from the Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Dostal Alley Brewpub & Casino (26-min drive) and Johnny Z's Casino (26-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature to downtown Idaho Springs?

This vacation home is 5 mi away from Idaho Springs.

Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shari N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful! We stayed there for our son’s wedding and it was beautiful and the perfect location for getting to the venue - 5 minutes away!! Definitely would recommend this property. The owner was great to communicate with!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harlee L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful, well-managed property only about a 10 minute drive from downtown Idaho Springs. The house itself is gorgeous and is only outshone by the surrounding nature. Every morning we got to sit on the spacious porch and watch the sunrise against the mountains while listening to the little creek that runs right infront of the house. The management is fantastic as well. I had a lot of questions prior and during our stay and Liz always promptly responded, completely answering my questions with kindness and patience. 10/10 recommend to anyone looking to stay in the Idaho Springs area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was wonderful. Our group was very comfortable. The area around the home was stunning. We loved the proximity to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cristian A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was good, we had very good times with the family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was wonderful for a girls’ weekend! Description and pictures are accurate. Plenty of space for 6-8 adults. The wrap around porch is awesome and the main floor kitchen / living area is a great gathering spot. You are definitely in nature but still only 10 min from Idaho Springs town with shopping, breweries, restaurants, etc. Liz was responsive. Check-in was easy. Minor feedback: refresh outdoor cushions and add a storage bin. Also - we couldn’t figure out how to cast to the TV to watch sports / live TV (maybe user error and not totally necessary for a weekend trip). 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Here are some areas for improvement: The lighting was unwelcoming and did not provide any ambience. There was only one thermostat in a three level house, so difficult to regulate temperature in different areas. Some of the outdoor seating was tattered badly and should’ve been thrown away. Tattered towels and bedding, one downstairs bed smelled very doggy and we had to rewash. Vacuum cleaner was completely full and had to empty, dryer was broken and needs repair. Windows, ceiling fan and chandeliers were very dirty and dusty. One upstairs room had no dresser.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P., Stanberry, MO/USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation 2025

Property and surroundings were amazing. The house was perfect for our group of 8 adults and 4 kids. We were disappointed that the fire pit and grill had been removed due to regulations. The beautiful walkway, seating and fire pit was a main selling point when we were renting this property. The house is fully equipped with anything you would need. No AC but as we were out during the day it cooled down quickly for sleeping. The brook right by the house was pleasant to listen to at night. We had a couple foxes that came right up to the house. Very beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Window screens would be nice to keep out bugs. 1 bed had ripped sheets and a couple towels were dated. other than that, a beautiful place. Had one of my best vacations with my family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R., Nashville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous home and views

This is a beautiful home that was perfect for our yearly trip with friends! There were 10 of us (5 couples) and we had plenty of room for hanging out together inside and out and plenty of beds and bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked and we greatly appreciated having plenty of garbage bags, toilet paper and paper towels on hand. The owner was very responsive and easy to communicate with. Future renters should know that there was a recent change in local permits which means there is no longer access to the grill or fire pit on the property. The listing is accurate but the photos still show these items and other guests mention using them in their reviews. We did not miss the grill or the fire pit because it is such a gorgeous location and the kitchen is amazing! There is no A/C but there are fans in most bedrooms so while it did get a little warm in the upstairs bedrooms during the daytime it cooled off quickly. There was very little road traffic while we were there. You can't beat the location- off the beaten path but still close to town and other attractions with amazing views. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M., Rochester, MN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway house in a beautiful setting

The house is really lovely. Five bedroom and 3.5 baths and plenty of space for 10 best friends. The property is really pretty, complete with a babbling brook right outside the door and a couple of foxes who kept an eye on us during our stay. The owner was really quick to get back to me when I had questions. No cell service but there is WiFi. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

LS P.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place for family to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony T., Kansas City Mo

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time at this Mountain Retreat, Very close to all that adventures we wanted to go to and still experience the peace and quiet that a mountain can offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cabin Weekend

We were in town for a wedding and this cabin location was great. Close to the venue, clean and perfect for a weekend in the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely home

This is the perfect place for a stay! Beautiful, well-appointed home in a gorgeous setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Good spot and close to Georgetown and idaho springs. Even with bad weather easy to get around.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend

We were there for our daughter’s gymnastics meet at University of Denver. We loved this location because it was close enough to everywhere we needed to go and close enough to everywhere we wanted to go! The home is beautiful! Thank you for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to gather!!

We had a Christmas family reunion and it was wonderful! The house was well stocked and the owner was always very quick to respond.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rashmi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M., Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday in Colorado!

Three Owls is an absolutely beautiful, peaceful retreat. I rented it for the second time to put the finishing touches on my sister's birthday celebration. She said she wanted to experience peace, space, beauty, and an exceptional view. Three Owls, has all of it from the interior to the exterior. We sat on the porch and listened to the stream and chimes, when the wind blew. The property looks like it does in the photos. Perfect! When we walked in, there were fresh flowers and a card from Liz (the property host), welcoming "her" to the property, with a warm birthday wish...just wow! Three Owls is amazing! A few minutes away from the highway, food, shops and plenty of beauty.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property with great location!

We really enjoyed our stay! The cabin is beautiful and has a wonderful outdoor area to hang out in. We enjoyed grilling, using the fire pit, and playing yard games. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Retreat With Amazing Views

Perfect property for our family vacation. The house is well stocked for cooking, including seasoning. The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of towels for our entire group. Great location to take in rafting, hiking and gold panning. Communication was over and above.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Gathering

Wonderful location, peaceful surroundings, wildlife, and beautiful creek sounds. Property large enough for a family of 10 to have their own space and privacy. Friendly owners who graciously answer guest questions. Homey and ready for family gatherings.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great week at 3 Owls Retreat

Beautiful property, well laid out for our three generation family, allowing us space to all be together and private space when we wanted some. Located just 5 miles up the Mount Evans (Mount Blue Sky) Highway from Idaho Springs, close to all the attractions/activities the area has to offer. Teenage grandkids, 40-something kids and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Loved the location of the rental as you have a lot of options for activities. The house was well stocked with household items. Rooms were wonderful and great for a family vacation for 10. The only negative that we found was the oven seals were terrible. We had to turn up the heat to allow for leakage, Other than the oven issues, the accommodations were outstanding. We would recommend this location to others! We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024