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The Irish Rose - a Colorado Dream Vacation Spot - Secluded!

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Your Rocky Mountain Retreat!
Pure Colorado!
Enjoy the sound of the river!
Secluded hot tub with views and sound of the river!
Loft bedroom balcony with view of Mt Silverheels.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Alma, CO
  • South Park City Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Mount Evans
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Breckenridge Ski Resort
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Leadville, CO (LXV-Lake County)
    ‪86 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Great Room Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Futon

Kid's Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Loft Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Loft Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The Irish Rose - a Colorado Dream Vacation Spot - Secluded!

'The Irish Rose' - Your Colorado dream vacation get-away!

We have a "whole house" generator to protect you in the event of power outage! THIS IS COMMON IN THE MOUNTAINS! You can rest assured that you won't be stuck without power at the Irish Rose.

***Hot Tub!***

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The Irish Rose has become a vacation favorite for guests from all over the world! Just take a look at our guestbook comments below! This mountain cabin is located on the historic Mosquito Gulch Trail. Just 15 miles south of Breckenridge, it is the perfect spot for either a secluded get-away or a ski vacation at a fraction of the cost.

Centered on ten acres of pine and aspen, the Irish Rose was designed to accommodate those who want a true Colorado experience. With Mosquito Creek flowing nearby, you will enjoy spectacular views of Pennsylvania and London Mountains as you relax with family and friends. A seven person hot tub sits out front in the location of an old historic mine if you want to relax and enjoy the view from there!

If summer hiking, biking or four-wheeling is your desire, four of Colorado's 14,000 foot peaks are at your doorstep, providing some of the best hiking and driving trails in the world. Tackle the summits of Mount Bross, Mount Democrat, Mount Cameron, and Mount Lincoln... all in a single day!

Gold pan on the local creeks, explore 'Buckskin Joe' trail, and visit the ghost town of Park City. The historic mining towns of Alma and Fairplay are also nearby. Mountain bike to your heart's content or drive the legendary 4x4 'Mosquito Pass' into Leadville. Pick wildlowers and view wildlife--there's something for everyone!

If winter activities are your goal, the beautiful village of Breckenridge is just a short drive north where you can enjoy premier Colorado skiing, dining, and shopping. Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, and Copper Mountain are also close. Or, stay near home and cross-country ski to your heart's content. We have it all!

The Irish Rose was built with families in mind. The main level has a great room with a gas fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the beautiful mountains and trees. It is surrounded by a huge 32x8 foot wrap-around deck. A full kitchen and dining area are also on this level to create an open, spacious environment. Pets are NOT allowed, No Smoking.

There are two main level bedrooms, one with a queen bed, and one with double bed and trundle geared for up to three kids. The great room sofa also pulls out to a queen-size bed. The master bedroom loft has a queen bed, washer and dryer, along with a small private balcony. There are full baths on both the main level and the loft.

The cabin also has a lower level with a private entrance in the back which is only used occasionally by the owners during periods of maintenance and upkeep. It is never rented and will almost always be unoccupied during your stay.

Experience the Rocky Mountains in the comfort of the 'Irish Rose'. At over 10,000ft elevation, it's as close to heaven as you can get!

(Make sure you check out our reviews and see what others have said!)

Property manager

Rich Sweeten
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kid's room with toys and DVD
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No shooting weapons on the property.
Camp fires must be officially approved if during restricted periods based on county directives.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alma

Located in Alma, this cabin is in the mountains. Alma Fire House & Mining Museum and South Park City Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Alma's Historic Ladies Aid Hall and Matchless Mine. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Alma, CO

What's nearby

  • South Park City Museum - 17 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Mount Evans - 39 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Breckenridge Ski Resort - 58 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad - 60 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Copper Mountain Ski Resort - 64 min drive - 63.3 km

Getting around

  • Vail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Otto's Food Cart - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪South Park Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Alma Coffee House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buckskin Joe's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alma Pizza Company - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Irish Rose - a Colorado Dream Vacation Spot - Secluded! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Irish Rose - a Colorado Dream Vacation Spot - Secluded!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Irish Rose - a Colorado Dream Vacation Spot - Secluded!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Irish Rose - a Colorado Dream Vacation Spot - Secluded! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Alma Fire House & Mining Museum, Alma Town Hall and Alma Library. Alma's Historic Ladies Aid Hall and Alma Town Park & Disc Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 297 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Britnye P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away
We enjoyed our stay at the Irish Rose. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and quiet.
Our small group of adults loved the cabin. While we didn't see much in terms of wildlife, the cabin and the hot tub were very relaxing. We'll add this cabin to our short list for future trips in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would book again
Richard was very accommodating and responsive. Place is secluded and beautiful. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breckenridge snowboarding trip
Perfect place to stay while heading into Breckenridge. Small town few miles away was extremely enjoyable also
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

todd p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Perfect spot in the secluded area. Clean. Great hot tub. Great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property to explore!
We loved our stay at this cabin! The views were amazing with mountains all around! It's remote but still close enough to get help if you need it. There's so many fun things to do with the old mine behind the cabin. We had a blast sledding behind the cabin and playing in the snow!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
The cabin was very well maintained and had everything we needed for a weekend retreat - the stargazing was incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
The Irish Rose is a very comfortable and cute mountain cabin. It's quiet and in a beautiful area. It's about 20 minutes from the Decalibron loop trailhead. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Views and Much More
Wonderful mountain scenery, amazing lodging, full kitchen. We were able to watch a bull moose about 300 feet away from us while in the hot tub. We had sun, snow, and the hosts were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Beautiful views and we enjoyed the hot tub. The boys had a fun time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Stay!
Stayed here with some friends to celebrate my birthday. It was a lovely property with gorgeous views. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Zach S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Beautiful location lovely drive from north or south
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neilzen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded
We loved the seclusion and peace. The views are gorgeous with the water running in the back. We enjoyed walking the property and exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darvin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Great location with plenty to explore around the property. The kitchen was great, as were the bedrooms. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain retreat
This is one of our favorite places to stay when visiting Colorado! We went hiking, fishing and rock hunting. Saw several moose and deer, but missed the elusive bears. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your cabin for the third time! We will be back again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All you could ask for!
This was everything we could ask for! Privacy, beauty, clean, great location, accommodating. Pulled up to a moose right on the property. My kids asked when we were going back as we pulled away. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Had a great time with adult children. Beautiful views, plenty of room for everyone. Accurate description of property. Nicely stocked kitchen. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed
Nice location and scenery. Cabin was comfortable, clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny S., Goldthwaite

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay
Beautiful secluded cabin, great views, and very peaceful. A plus was getting to see the moose. We loved our time here and will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Mountain Getaway
The pictures for this property really do not do it justice. We had a truly wonderful stay at the Irish Rose and were able to comfortably accommodate six adults. The area was quiet and just the right amount of secluded. The entire group would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
This place is amazing! The location, views, and wildlife made this trip for us. We saw more moose than we've ever seen driving to and from the house and one on the property. Lots of toys, games and local books. The kitchen was one of the most well stocked I've had, they have everything you will need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Great place to stay for our anniversary. We seen a few wild animals and the location was secluded and private. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the Irish Rose
This property was at the base of Mosquito Pass, and the mosquitoes definitely showed themselves, but nothing a little “OFF” can’t fix. The property was amazing, very active wild life! You also have a beautiful view and can take trails not too far down the road. The inside of the property was also amazing, cozy, and lovely as well. Definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location with peace and quiet
Such a great location and the views were unbeatable! Our kids had a great time playing in the woods and the creek and enjoyed adventuring around the local area. We enjoyed watching deer and moose in the mornings and loved hearing the creek from the house. It was peaceful and the only sounds were those of nature- very relaxing! The house was well equipped for our stay and very easy to check in and communicate with the owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Katie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Irish rose
Great family time. Property very overgrown from photos….to old
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rich Sweeten

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Just a military family that has long ties to Colorado and loves the mountains! We are very blessed to have a property we can share with others.

Why they chose this property

Pure Colorado. The property feels secluded but still close to civilization!

What makes this property unique

The Irish Rose has 10 acres of total seclusion with pine, aspen, a river, and amazing views. Many houses on the internet may look similar, but very few properties give you the total Colorado experience. It also comes with a "whole house" generator so you do not need to worry about the risk of power outages that can occur at other secluded mountain vacation homes! Look at our guestbook and see that it will be a unique and memorable experience!

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