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Sun-filled, Mountain Views, Family Friendly, 3 Min To Downtown Boulder

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 7278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Boulder, CO
  • Pearl Street Mall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • University of Colorado Boulder
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Folsom Field
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Boulder, CO (WBU-Boulder Municipal)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Master bedroom Upper Level with bidet toilet

1 Queen Bed

Master Main Level with Bidet toilet

1 King Bed

Upper level Beautiful bedroom with balcony

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Sun-filled, Mountain Views, Family Friendly, 3 Min To Downtown Boulder

Spectacular sun-drenched multi-level designer home 2 miles up Sunshine Canyon; 3 minutes to downtown Boulder. Open design surrounded with windows and sliding glass doors. Two luxury master suites with soaking tubs, steam shower. All bedrooms have private bath and balcony. Radiant floor heat and wood burning fireplace, 2 bedrooms have AC, home is a short walk to Lion's Lair hiking trail and Centennial Trail which runs all the way into Boulder. Beauty abounds inside and out, a place to rest, reflect, gather together and share the beauty of life. Friendly graduate student resides in separate lower level with separate entrance and parking along with her two cats. AWD vehicle is required in the winter; one garage space is available.

Property manager

Amy Dowe

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Close in mtn living with wildlife
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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
Outdoor smoking is allowed

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Boulder

Located in Boulder, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Arnett-Fullen House and Downtown Boulder Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Long's Iris Gardens and Fiske Planetarium. Sommer Bausch Observatory and Foothills Community Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Boulder, CO

What's nearby

  • Pearl Street Mall - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Boulder Theater - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Chautauqua Park - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • University of Colorado Boulder - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Folsom Field - 11 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pasta Jay's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beleza Coffee Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jungle - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪West End Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ozo Coffee - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sun-filled, Mountain Views, Family Friendly, 3 Min To Downtown Boulder pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sun-filled, Mountain Views, Family Friendly, 3 Min To Downtown Boulder?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sun-filled, Mountain Views, Family Friendly, 3 Min To Downtown Boulder?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sun-filled, Mountain Views, Family Friendly, 3 Min To Downtown Boulder located?

Located in the heart of Boulder, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Centennial Trailhead, Mount Sanitas Trailhead and Eben G Fine Park. Arnett-Fullen House and Downtown Boulder Historic District are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 114 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 114 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Getaway

Great time. Location is perfect. Very nice house
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sylvie c.

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

Great getaway!

Home was beautiful, clean, close to hiking trails and downtown Boulder for shopping and restaurants! Amy was a wonderful host. We had a wonderful stay and experience in Boulder and will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

inna l.

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

Perfect all around!!

Host was amazing, house is special and awesome, hiking trail walking distance. Lots of little touches like toto Japanese toilets, great tea selection etc. checkout process was really easy. All around perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ang h.

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

Perfect

Perfect location - in the mountains, but an easy 5-10 minute drive from town. We were able to doordash and get an Uber. Beautiful home and amazing views. I was shocked at how stocked pantry was with spices and general items that you don't think to buy. We would happily stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam G., Phoenix

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

Fantastic!!

Wonderful home in a beautiful setting. Great host, everything was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

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

Wow, an incredible place to stay in Boulder

We had such a fun 4 day trip in Boulder. An almost 360 deg view looking right down on Boulder. A very short distance to Pearl Street Mall and morning coffee. Everything about the property was first class. Hiking trails literally down the road. Hosts made everything so nice. Highly recommended for couples or families visiting Boulder.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

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

The Absolute Perfect Place!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this incredible property. It is the perfect location, as we could be at the Pearl Street Mall/downtown Boulder in less than a 5 min drive, but also could enjoy the peace and serenity of mountain living once we were done playing in Boulder. We enjoyed walking from the house to a popular trailhead for a fun morning hike and then came back for breakfast on the deck which has gorgeous views! The location could not be any better for us, as far as conveniently enjoying the best of both worlds. In regards to the house itself, in one word - fabulous! There were 6 of us, so it was nice that we all had our own bedroom and bathroom. The bathrooms are spacious and I loved soaking in the tub while looking out at the lovely view. Beds were very comfortable as well. The house is beautiful - open and bright and very conducive to just hanging out and enjoying one another's company. Being surrounded by nature was a special treat for us. We had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Our host, Amy, was lovely. Prior to our arrival, she answered all of our questions quickly and was very attentive to a couple of our special requests. She even offered us a spot in the garage to park our car! 5 star experience and I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey W.

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

Boulder sanctuary

This was a wonderful, quiet, convenient refuge for us while we attended many events surrounding a family wedding. Clean and quiet, well appointed and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again if we ever returned to Boulder.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roy "Wooly" W.

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

Beautiful property outside of town but close enough.

Easy check in process. Close to hiking trails. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandi L.

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

Incredible

This was one of the best stays I've had! The house was incredible and very accommodating with amazing views of the mountains, plenty of close hiking trails, gorgeous sunrises and extremely close to many things to do, such as downtown restaurants and shopping. The owner was extremely kind and helpful and would recommend wholeheartedly!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber and Mark O., Houston, TX

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

Fab location!! Comfy and Clean!

We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Boulder. Staying just up the canyon allows you to get to downtown Boulder so quickly and you can easily Avoid the traffic. The house and bedding was all around so comfortable, and we absolutely loved playing shuffle board nightly. A short walk up steps will lead up to entry from car/parking, so not great if someone has accessibility issues. Otherwise, an amazing spot and a great value.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

Quiet and Nearby

Great location near CU Boulder and Pearl St. but far enough to be a quiet escape nestled in the foothills. Found the two bedroom to be clean and relaxing, and we appreciated the accommodations and communications from the homeowner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Fabulous Experience

Fantastic, private, beautiful place to stay with access to downtown Boulder just minutes away, yet nestled in the mountains of Colorado. Made our trip perfect. Thank you Amy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Very clean and comfortable lodging. Great location.

Very nice accommodations. Easy access to Boulder. Warm and helpful hostess.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

Just Perfect!

We loved the house. It was clean, private and had everything we needed. Amy the host couldn’t have been more friendly & helpful. We had so much fun playing shuffleboard and just hanging out. The beds were comfortable. It was so close & convenient to Boulder but felt like a secluded mountain home . I’d highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

rebecca m.

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

Very Nice

We enjoyed out stay at Sunshine Canyon. It was very close to hiking and the town. It is a very quiet neighborhood. This is the basement of the owners main house. It was clean and comfortable. We were a family of 5. If you want to make meals here versus go into town and have dinner, I wouldn't stay here. There really isn't enough room in the kitchen. For just a couple, it would be fine. Also, there isn't a microwave. If you use a microwave a lot, its a minor inconvenience. The only thing that bothered me was since this is a basement, the basement door is locked but anyone upstairs can come down into the apartment. The young lady that was upstairs came downstairs by accident. She apologized but it made me think, I can't lock that door. My boys absolutely loved the shuffle board. They had a lot of fun. Overall, the place is very nice and clean. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam K., Iowa

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

Relaxing getaway

I stayed here while traveling for work. It is a great place to relax at the end of the evening and enjoy the beautiful views. Close access to hiking trails also made it easy to get out and enjoy nature. I really enjoyed my stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Quiet getaway

My husband and I stayed at Amy’s place on our first trip to Boulder. Easy to find, close to town but far enough away to feel like we were way out of town. Hiking trails nearby. Home was well stocked, bed was comfortable and we enjoyed playing shuffleboard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Best Boulder with Mountain Experience

Staying at this house had everything a visitor to Boulder who also wants the mountain experience could desire. Coffee in the morning surrounded by clear air and a beautiful view. Close to Boulder amenities - less than a 10 minute drive. Great place for cooking in the evening and still enjoying the scenery. Lots of glass walls looking out on nature. Very comfortable and the owner responds immediately with any needs that may arise. It is also a great place to have friends over for relaxation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Excellent accommodations we will be back

Easy and everything was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginie M.

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

Great week !

We had a great time staying at Amy's property. We really enjoyed the view, and the property is close to Downtown Boulder and also various trails.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

margaret g.

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

Perfect location blending access to hiking, restaurants and shops with private and comfortable home.

Amy is a wonderful and friendly host. The apartment is comfortable and quiet. Great retreat with easy access to Pearl Street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

3 Generation Vacation

This property is so close to Boulder but yet away from the bustle. I was able to walk to a trailhead and others were just a short drive away. The windows allow for beautiful views. Playing shuffleboard was so much fun! Mule deer would wander through the yard and along the road. I would definitely recommend to anyone who is able to do stairs. There are rock stairs going up to the entrance and then a flight onto the deck.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

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

Beautiful area!

The rental is close to town but secluded in a beautiful mountain canyon. Great for hikes and enjoying your coffee and wine with a view!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brent S.

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

Perfect vacation spot

This place was an amazing location for a quiet place to rest tucked into Sunshine Canyon within walking distance to some great trails (Lions Lair) and very close to town. Great windows and view. The shuffleboard game was a very fun added bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Amy Dowe

Host profile image
I'd love to share my beautiful home with you - since my son has left for college, I find myself enjoying travel and smaller spaces....so when I am in town, I am living in my beautiful lower level with my kitties and I am offering my upper gorgeous vacation home with those wanting all of the luxuries of home while traveling.

Why they chose this property

This is a lovely place to rest and reflect, with hiking trails and only 3 minutes into downtown Boulder. Even though this is a private setting, it is a mountain neighborhood where sound travels in canyon and therefore no events or loud gatherings, respecting the privacy and serene setting for all who enjoy living here.

Languages:

English