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Old Colorado City Gem

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Front of house and driveway for off-street parking
Front of house and main guest entrance
View of front of house and sidewalk
Covered front porch - extra seating
Covered front porch

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 496.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Colorado Springs, CO
  • Red Rock Canyon Open Space
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Pikes Peak Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Garden of the Gods
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Colorado Springs, CO (COS)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

North (Back) Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

South (Front) Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Old Colorado City Gem

City Permit A-STRP-25-0338
This charming early 1900's home is just steps away to parks and hiking trails, local tourist attractions (Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Cave of the Winds, etc.), local galleries, museums, bars & restaurants. You’ll love our place because of the comfortable no-pressure mattresses (Purple), the coziness of the layout, modern/western charm, and the fully stocked kitchen. Our home is perfect for couples, solo adventurers, outdoor & cuisine enthusiasts, business travelers, and families (with kids). We accept well-behaved dogs only (no cats or other animals) max 50lbs each, limited to 2 dogs. If traveling with dogs, must agree to house rules IN ADDITION to: 1) No dogs on furniture 2) No dogs left alone in the property unless kenneled, and 3) MUST pick up after dogs in the yard. Please check "pets" when booking to apply the fee-per-stay of $85. The detached garage in the rear of the home is used for private personal storage and is currently leased to another tenant separately; a privacy fence has been added for additional guest privacy.

⚠️ P L E A S E review important information BEFORE requesting to book.
► The house is advertised on multiple online listing/booking platforms, each of which outlines different policies, terms, and conditions. For consistency, the policies, terms, and conditions listed in the Rental Agreement shall prevail and supersede any other policies, terms, and conditions described on the listing/booking platform that you initially inquired and/or booked this property.
► The house is family-friendly but not child-proof. Children must be watched by a capable adult at all times.
► The house does not have a daily cleaning service like at hotels. You'll be provided with towels and linens. There is a washer/dryer available.
❕Only a STARTER set of select products (trash bags, soap, paper towels, and toilet paper) is supplied. You may need to purchase additional quantities for your stay.
► The house is in a urban wildland interface area that is considered in the "city" but we can have deer, bears, mice, and other wildlife on the property. As such, it is possible to get 4-6-8 (or more) legged, winged, or crawling visitors both outside and inside. This cannot be 100% prevented even with regular monthly pest control.
► Never leave food items in the vehicles, and never leave food, food leftovers, or trash outside. Lock the house doors/windows AND your vehicle doors/windows when leaving even for a short time. Any garbage should be bagged and placed in the containers provided.
► No refunds will be given for weather/power/internet outages, change of plans, or life events. Consider appropriate TRAVEL INSURANCE. (Refunds will be processed accordingly if the reservation is canceled within the cancelation policy window)
► Wi-Fi: Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for your convenience. Log-in information can be found inside the house binder or via email.
► Rates may differ on different platforms and are updated dynamically. Any sales, discounts, and specials are not retroactive and apply to new reservations only.
► NO PARTIES OR EVENTS.
► NO SMOKING (tobacco or ANY other substance), NO VAPING.
► DOGS ONLY. Must adhere to house rules for pets (no dogs on furniture, dogs may not be left in the house without being kenneled, guests must pick up after the dogs in the yard - bags are provided near the back door).
► NO OCCUPANCY ABOVE STATED LIMIT (5 total, with NO MORE than 5 adults).
► Third-party amenities, such as electricity, water, TV programming, and internet are beyond Owners' control. In the event of a service interruption beyond our control, Guests agree that they are not entitled to, nor will seek compensation of any kind, including partial or complete refunds for any such interruption.
► MUST be 21 or older to book, and sign the Rental Agreement (which will be sent after the booking is accepted) within 48 hours of booking.
► Guests are required to inspect the house within 1 hour of check-in to ensure everything is in order. If there are any questions, concerns, or issues, guests must contact the owners immediately. Failure to report issues upon arrival may result in the guests being held responsible. All guest concerns and/or complaints should be submitted in writing, either by text/platform message or email, before departure, giving the owners adequate time to document and address the issue.

Property manager

Beth Haney
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
Not child-proof, must supervise children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
DOGS ONLY max 50lbs each, limit 2 dogs. No dogs on
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking, No Parties, Minimum renter age is 21
Guest must sign Renter Agreement within 48 Hours
Quiet Time is ENFORCED 7 PM through 7 AM

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Colorado Springs

Old Colorado City, a neighbourhood in Colorado Springs, is home to this holiday home. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Garden of the Gods and Cave of the Winds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Broadmoor World Arena or Ed Robson Arena. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain biking, horse riding and mountain climbing.
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Colorado Springs, CO

What's nearby

  • Red Rock Canyon Open Space - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Monument Valley Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Colorado College - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Pikes Peak Center - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Garden of the Gods - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paravicini's Italian Bistro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mother Muffs - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Colorado Mountain Brewery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Slice 420 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pub Dog Colorado - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Colorado City Gem pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Old Colorado City Gem?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Colorado City Gem?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Colorado City Gem located?

Located in Old Colorado City, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Ghost Town Museum and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Garden of the Gods. Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Midland Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Great house and location

Stayed with daughter who is moving to Colorado Springs while helping her look for home. Location was great our house hunting. House exactly as stated!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni J.

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

Visiting Relatives

Very clean, comfortable and convenient location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

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

Home away from home bungalow

Very nice and clean house Plenty of room for the 4 of us. Very quiet neighborhood. Walking distance to old Colorado City. Lots of neat little shops and restaurants. Also close to several attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Could have been better

Kitchen could use a good deep cleaning. Mattresses not comfortable. Furniture seemed really dirty. House has an unpleasant odor. AC was awesome. Washer/dryer very nice.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev G.

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

Trip with granddaughter

It was nice to stay here because there were two bedrooms so we could have one room and 13 yr old granddaughter have the other. Great location for all of the fun things to do in and around Colorado Springs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

John and Beth

Lovely home and great hosts
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri H.

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

Clean, wonderful place

This updated house had everything we needed in it. The house was clean and cozy. Check in and out was easy and John and Beth helped answer questions we had about nearby grocery stores and restaurants. So close to all the places we wanted to visit! Would totally stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

“Gem” is the word for this jewel of a property!

We were fortunate enough to get to spend four months in this house, and we would gladly have stayed another four months! Everything about this property is 5-star: the beds are incredibly comfortable; the kitchen has everything you need; the tv is huge; the dining room is a great gathering spot; the layout is super comfortable. The neighborhood is the best for enjoying all that Old Colorado City offers — it’s a short walk to Bancroft Park, yet it’s very quiet and peaceful at the house. Our dog loved the yard. The hosts are fabulous— very responsive and super pleasant to deal with. There was literally nothing not to love about this house. We can’t imagine staying anywhere else if we come back to the Springs!
Stayed 103 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Our Colorado Trip.

Our stay was lovely in Old Colorado Springs. Great location, close to nearly everything. The house is a lovely 2 bedroom 1 great bathroom. Backyard is great for Barbecues. Hopefully we can return to your house the next time we come out.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri R.

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

Beautiful old home

Our little ShihTzu dog was confused the first night by the familiar command "Go potty" and xeroscaped backyard (no grass), but figured it out by the second go around. Lovely home; will look to stay there again as we had not enough time in Colorado Springs!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debi K.

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

Wonderful quaint home in OCC!

My husband and I recently had an awesome 7 night stay at this wonderful quaint home in OCC. The location is great, within minutes and walking distance to stroll the main streets of OCC, visit great restaurants, breweries, fly shops, etc. It's a great hub for day trips into the Mountains, Woodland Park, Cripple Creek, Leadville, Breckenridge, Deckers, etc. Also, minutes to Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs, The Broadmoor, Pikes Peak, Cheyenne Mtn Zoo and other great attractions in this beautiful area. The hosts, John and Beth, were absolutely the best! There communication was great and really fast. I asked many questions and asked opinions on restaurants, grocery stores, etc. and they were happy to assist. Always very helpful and timely! The home is very, very clean, we felt so right at home! Great kitchen with everything you need for cooking. We absolutely loved the front porch for evening drinks and morning coffee. A very, very quiet neighborhood with locals walking in the mornings and offering a friendly wave and Good Morning! The off street parking is very nice too. The beds were great, with Purple mattresses, we slept well. A wonderful home to stay, we will definately be back, we truly enjoyed the home and highly recommend. Thank you John and Beth for making our getaway awesome! Marty and Debi
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G.

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

Close to area attractions

This house is located near many of the areas attractions - Pikes Peak, Manitou Cliff Dwellers, and Garden of the Gods, to name a few. Nice older home, but only one bathroom. Would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

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

Our Stay was Terrific!

This cute house was absolutely perfect in every way! Enjoyed walking to Old Colorado City’s downtown. The outside patio in the back of the house was so relaxing. Quiet little neighborhood. The checkin was without a hitch and each time I reached out to the owners, (before and during) our stay they responded quickly. Would definitely recommend this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

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

Charming house with great location

Wonderful location and well kept home with everything you need for a visit to the area. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce T.

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

Perfect location

So well equiped. Front porch an asset. Neighborhood delightful. Furniture could be updated.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rena F.

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

Great location!

Kitchen was truly well stocked. Bed was very comfortable. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane C.

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

Great house and location!

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay. The house was cute, clean and well stocked. Great location. It was perfect for everything we were doing (within 15 minutes of virtually everything) and a very short walk to so many things in Old Colorado City. It has an awesome front porch. We spent a lot of time enjoying it in the early mornings and evenings. Beth & John communicated well with us while we were there. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

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

nice simple 2 bedroom house

nice front yard in rock designs. front porch sitting time was good. Nice family neighborhood. Good selection of tv to watch. Close to main throughfare. would have been nice to be able to use back yard, overgrown, not cared for months. Overall great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tim M.

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

Nice porch

Nice place, only one bathroom tho. Couldn’t get the back door open with provided key
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Val O.

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

Colorado City

Everything was beautiful. We would recommend this property to everyone
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA R.

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

Relaxing stay, clean, perfect location!

The owners were extremely accommodating & communicated quickly. We loved the sweet street and neighborhood so close to Colorado Avenue and Old Colorado Springs area. Were able to walk to shops and restaurants and the location was 10 to 15 minutes away from all attractions we were visiting. We loved morning coffee on the front porch and the large family room for evening movies. The kitchen was very clean and met our needs. We will consider staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Perfect location, great house and area!

Great neighborhood! Just a couple of blocks to downtown Old Colorado City with fantastic stores and restaurants. We lucked out and they were having a farmers market - great food and craft vendors. Perfect for going to Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods. House was clean and unique. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Paul T.

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

Comfortable space

Our stay at the house was very enjoyable. We had a couple of small issues when we arrived. We contacted the host and they were taken care of the next day. We liked the house and the neighborhood was quiet. We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Beth Haney

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John and his wife Beth live locally in Colorado Springs and are usually very accessible - their business and personal home are located close-by! They are both avid runners, cyclists and mountain bikers and have 2 German Shepherds and 2 tiny human kids they love to hike with. John and Beth love the Colorado Springs area and all it has to offer - don't hesitate to ask them for recommendations for restaurants, sights to see, hiking trails and more. They take pride in their 3 vacation rental properties and providing all their guests with a 5-star hosting experience.

Why they chose this property

We love Old Colorado City! We live here, play here, and want to share it with anyone who can appreciate a historic area along with close access to many beautiful parks, trails, mountains, art, and community.

What makes this property unique

Guests have access to the entire home except our locked storage/basement area. The detached garage in the rear of the home is used for private personal storage and is currently leased to another tenant separately.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests