Cabin

Magnolia Mountain Getaway

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Living room facing east
Living Room facing west
Living Room facing SW
Kitchen
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Nederland, CO
  • Pearl Street Mall
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Chautauqua Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • University of Colorado Boulder
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Boulder, CO (WBU-Boulder Municipal)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Deluxe

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Magnolia Mountain Getaway

This rustic, bohemian style mountain home, with amazing views of Boulder and Boulder Canyon, is just ten minutes from bustling Pearl Street and downtown Boulder, but feels a million miles away.

If you're looking for more space or want to have a family reunion, we have another guest house on the property. Check it out here: https://www.vrbo.com/2605052?noDates=true

The space:
The cabin is located on 10 acres of pristine private property in the Roosevelt National Forest. With the mountain air blowing through the pines, you'll forget you're only 10 minutes from the city.
An engineer rents the attached walkout basement with a completely separate exterior entrance and no interior access. Extremely quiet and usually only around 3-4 days/week.

Guest access:
There are 2 additional houses on the property and guests are welcome to access every inch of the 10 acres. In addition to the 2 acres of developed land, there are 8 acres of trails surrounding the property, several of which switchback down to Boulder Creek. Guests are encouraged to hike and adventure out directly from the property.

Other things to note
Directions from downtown Boulder:

- Head WEST on Canyon Blvd/CO 119
- LEFT onto Magnolia Dr (also known as Magnolia Rd)
- Our place is just 3/4 of a mile up Magnolia Dr.

You will be staying in the cabin on the right side of the driveway. Parking is just past the first house on the left side of the driveway, next to the canopy carport. You can enter the cabin from either door on the upper level.

The main source of heat is a thermostat-controlled forced air unit. Area heaters are stored in the closets if additional heat is needed. There's also a wood burning fireplace, so we suggest bringing some wood bundles if you want to keep it extra cozy.

During winter, a vehicle with AWD or 4x4 is recommended. If you don't have that, please make sure you have snow chains for your tires.

Have a blast and we look forward to meeting you!

Property manager

Joseph Cartlidge
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pet fee is a flat fee of $30/dog
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Marijuana is allowed outdoors. Thanks
Please notify if bringing dogs. Baby gate used to prevent dogs from accessing carpeted areas.

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Nederland

Located in Nederland, this cabin is in the mountains. Arnett-Fullen House and Downtown Boulder Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cinemark Century Boulder and Ocean First Divers. Long's Iris Gardens and Fiske Planetarium are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Nederland, CO

What's nearby

  • Boulder Theater - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Pearl Street Mall - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Chautauqua Park - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Folsom Field - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • University of Colorado Boulder - 14 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Modern Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pasta Jay's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jungle - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪West End Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ozo Coffee - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnolia Mountain Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Magnolia Mountain Getaway?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnolia Mountain Getaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnolia Mountain Getaway located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Betasso Preserve, Boulder Creek and Boulder Falls. Eben G Fine Park and Arnett-Fullen House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnolia Mountain Getaway

We made a quick trip to Boulder and loved our stay. The perfect location. Easy trip to Boulder and Nederland. The house was lovely and Joseph was super helpful and quick to respond. I would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caressa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Retreat

My husband, two boys (ages 9 & 5), and myself stayed at Magnolia Mountain Getaway for 6 days and it was so hard to leave! Such a beautiful cabin and property. Check in, and communication throughout our stay was a breeze. This was honestly the first time I've never had questions or needed anything fixed/replaced/supplied. Hoping we will make it back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KARL S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Colorado Trip

The property is located close to Boulder and Nederland. Nothing extravagant but nothing is missing either. Great views, close to hiking, skiing, and fishing. Check in and check out were simple and efficient. Owners live on property and were kind and helpful. The driveway can be hard to find especially from the West. If you have small children bring a humidifier, especially if you aren't used to the dry Colorado air. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful sunrise!

Cozy house perfect for a family or 2 to 3 couples. Views off of the balcony were amazing. Enjoyed the sunrise with my coffee on the first morning. Driveway is dirt with some ruts so the Jeep we had came in handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location

Beautiful views, great area, near tons of trails. Perfect all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

spencer w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Mountain Stay

The house has a fantastic view for stargazing and gorgeous mountain views that are a dream to wake up to. The immediate surroundings are very quiet, but it only takes a quick 15 minute drive to get into Boulder. The hosts were very responsive, and provided access to essentials during our stay. If you're looking for something in this area, consider your search over!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Location/Boulder Getaway

The location of the property was perfect for us - close proximity to Boulder while being far enough to be peaceful, quiet, and without much light pollution at night (great for stargazing and photography). Wildlife visits every day/night - turkeys, hummingbirds, and a family of deer slept just below the back deck one night. The place could use a couple of upgrades, but it was comfortable and stocked with everything we needed. A great home base for excursions into Boulder, Rocky Mt Park, and surrounding hiking areas. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing space

Phenomenal location with great views. Clean, well- maintained, and close to Boulder and plenty of trails. We got our fill of strenuous hikes and then spent the evenings relaxing and looking at the stars from the porch. Great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain cabin

Wonderful cabin on the mountain! Very cute and very clean. Had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOEL S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The BEST

I cannot say enough good things. Beautiful location, SO much to do in Boulder and my husband took advantage of fishing and hiking. The cabin was so immaculate and comfortable. It was great to have a full kitchen. Had some snow and it made everything look magical. Our hosts were super friendly and immediately reachable when we had questions. We will be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

The View was stunning. Cabin was as pictured. Proximity to Boulder and Nederland was great. Communication with the owner was solid. The only thing we would note is that it could help to have more information on the driveway. There is a marker but it comes quickly and is just before a sharp curve. Exiting felt scary since you can't see to the right until you are just outside of the driveway. Entering the property is also a little daunting as you can't see the property until you go up and over the entry. With it being so near the edge we were nervous.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia R., Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GORGEOUS place to stay!

We had an incredible stay with even better views. The location was great, you’re about ten minutes from downtown which gives you plenty to do. Watching the sunrise in the morning over the mountains was breathtaking, and the deck gives you a great spot to sit and enjoy your coffee in the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Beautiful views and quaint home. Excellent communication with the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

George C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Mountain Getaway

For a remote setting this cabin has quick and easy access to Boulder and other points of interest. The cabin has modern amenities but retains a nice rustic feel. We loved the beautiful view from the deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parents Boulder Trip

Great stay and the cabin is very true to the pictures. The location is amazing and finding it with the additional instructions was very easy. There are some quirks to the place; but as someone else who lives in the mountains I understand living that high can dictate utilities and certain aspects of daily living! All in all our family enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Very very clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay right outside of Boulder

We absolutely loved our stay here. The pictures really don’t do the house, or the view, justice. The house was very clean and updated and had everything you may need. We spent a lot of time on the back deck just watching the sky. Bouder is only 10 minutes away, and we were even able to catch an Uber to and from town. I would highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deena S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So cute

Adorable little cottage/cabin. It was perfect. The view is amazing. Host was great. We lost power/water for most of a day due to major utility work that was going on but we were given the heads up and we were just fine. Internet is good in the rental, which is good because phone service is patchy. Really fun place. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

colleen m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing get away

Sadly the weather did not cooperate till the day we left, but then we saw the beautiful views. Great location for a family get away. Wi-Fi challenged with work zoom calls if considering more than one person remote work. Great hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

D.J. W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

AMAZING VIEW, CENTRALIZED LOCATION

This property had an impeccable view of the mountains, and you can even see downtown Boulder in the distance. Joseph communicated with us swiftly any time that we had questions. It is within driving distance of Eldora Mountain Resort (30 min) and the casinos in BlackHawk. (45 min) In the listing, the owner brings up that you will need chains or 4WD in the Winter months. Don't take this as a suggestion, take it as a MUST. The switch backs and driveway are steep and tight. Read that again. The switch backs and driveway are steep and tight. Switch your vehicle into 4WD the moment you leave the highway. You will not have a flat surface from this point on to do so.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shandy V., Lawrence, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice NYE Getaway to the Mountains

Our family of 4 which includes 2 adult daughters, enjoyed a nice relaxing getaway to the Boulder area for NYE. I chose this cabin as it was close to Nederland and Boulder and looked like just the peaceful atmosphere we wanted. It did not disappoint. The owner is responsive and kind and the cabin was just perfect. The beds were comfy and everything was clean and tidy. We appreciated that we could take our 2 dogs and they had a great time too. We would absolutely stay again. Thank you for sharing your cabin with our family. Happy New Year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Samantha J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain

It had an awesome view … and the cabin was really clean ….,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quick Get Awar

Was a great location. Near the National Park and Boulder. Clean and equipped with items to needed to support guests. Our dogs were welcome and enjoyed exploring and watching the wildlife and chickens, too!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Trip

My best friend and I had an amazing time in the Nederland/Boulder area. It was my first time visiting Colorado and I was not disappointed with the area we chose to stay in. Our accommodations were fabulous. The view from our balcony was breathtaking and we got up at 6 every morning to watch the sunrise. The cabin was clean and cozy. 10/10 would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet S., Glen Ellyn, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Our Stay

We only stayed for 2 nights - not enough time. The mountain views from the deck during the late afternoon and evening were peaceful and inspiring ( included a rainbow ) as well the stars at night. Beds and linens very nice. No complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Joseph Cartlidge

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We're James, Olive, Rosie and Joe - son, daughter, mom and dad. Native Californians, we moved to Colorado in 2016 and going from beaches to boulders has been eye opening in that we now truly experience seasons. Sometimes glorious, other times defeating but always fun and we love every new memory made.

Why they chose this property

Quintessential mountain living for those seeking an in-the-clouds experience. With 300 days of sun and clear skies, the daytime views and nighttime stars will not disappoint!

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests