Mountain Views, Large Awesome Home in Gated Community - 7 Miles from AF Acad Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Mountain Views, Large Awesome Home in Gated Community - 7 Miles from AF Acad pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is Mountain Views, Large Awesome Home in Gated Community - 7 Miles from AF Acad located?

This family-friendly Colorado Springs vacation home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs and Garden of the Gods. Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame and Ent Center for the Arts are also within 3 mi (5 km).

10/10 Excellent

Bettina L.

27 June 2024

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

BEST TIME EVER-Family together again

Family from FL., PA, and Germany gathered here to celebrate and enjoy the beauty of Colorado. We were able to comfortably meet, enjoy each other, and share lots of good times over great meals and games. The location was perfect for the excursions and sightseeing that we experienced. The scenery provided one of the best vacations ever. The accommodations were perfect for the 5 families that shared this beautiful home

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori D., Yardley, PA

2 July 2018

This house met all of our expectations.

This house is spacious and had all of the staples needed for a week long stay. Our family of 10 had ample room for privacy and large spaces to hang out together. Thank you Skip for being an interested host as well.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

JR 3.

23 December 2023

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

Highly Recommend Exceeds Expectations

Our family of 10, 7 adults, 3 small children Perfect floor plan, everyone had their own space Outstanding amenities, kitchen totally equipped, great entertainment options Great location, within 10 miles of activities like Zoo, the North Pole, Garden of Gods park, Broadmoor and many others. Highly recommend Great communication with owner, fantastic neighborhood, gated community, and enjoyed playground for the children.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis F.

22 July 2023

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Kissing Camels

Great location and plenty of space for the 8 adults and 5 children in our party. Skip was unable to meet us at the house, but he made sure we had all the info we needed to get into the community as well as the check-in/out procedures and details about the house that wouldnt have been obvious as a first time guest.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

31 December 2014

Exceptional in every way!!

We had the best week here! We spent Christmas with our entire family and this house was the perfect place. Skip went out of his way to ensure we had the most comfortable and enjoyable time. He decorated the house for Christmas and really made us feel at home. Despite having 10 people in one house for a week, we never felt crammed or on top of each other. The three levels and the layout of the house are great. Everyone had space and could come together in the main areas for socializing. The kids had a great time playing. The kitchen is awesome. I will stay here anytime I get the family together in Springs!

10/10 Excellent

Debra I.

2 August 2024

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

Perfect family vacation!

We booked Skip’s home as my daughter was getting married at the Pinery at the Hill and I wanted a place where all of my side of the family could be together including my 88 yr old mother. Skip’s home was perfect for us (all 13) with clean and spacious rooms for everyone, great home theater to watch the Olympics, fun pool table which my nephews loved, a fully equipped kitchen with a lot of general items (eg. Spices, paper goods) so that we could cook meals easily and didn’t have to overbuy ingredients. The location is peaceful which is what I needed as mother of the bride and we had daily visits by a beautiful stag in the back yard. Skip was very responsive to all my questions and easy to communicate with. This is a beautiful home and I would highly recommend it to everyone!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Geoff L.

13 June 2015

Exceptional place for family to gather for neice's graduation!

Our niece was graduating from high school May 21st from Discovery Canyon. My sister in-law's birthday was May 20th. Our family comprised of Father and Mother in-law from Arizona, us and our son from Tennessee and our sister in-law, brother-in-law, niece and nephew from Colorado Springs (recently to Austin Texas). We wanted to all stay together (as we normally do) during the celebration of our niece's graduation and sister-in-law's birthday. We are a family that love to be around each other, play cards and interact without the confines of a hotel. This home was awesome! Plenty of space for all 9 of us! The kitchen is extremely well stocked with everything we needed and more. Pots, pans, spices, etc., all included. The pool table and projection theater was a big plus! We all highly recommend this home for families and large groups. Thanks Skip!

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

2 January 2025

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Just WOW!!

Staying at this house was an absolute win for our group of 14 friends and family. Skip, the owner, gave us a quick tour with pro tips on how to use the house’s gadgets—super helpful. Everyone had their own space for some downtime, but the real magic happened in the great room and basement. With built-in speakers, the vibes were seamless for movie nights and pool tournaments (we held two, no big deal).The location is chef’s kiss—just two minutes from Garden of the Gods, with stunning neighborhood views that made our Instagram stories pop. The three fireplaces kept things cozy, and the kitchen was perfect for whipping up breakfast and dinner like pros. Bonus points for the downstairs entertainment system, where we binged the trashiest TV in glorious Dolby Surround.Long story short, we’re 100% coming back.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert B.

4 December 2024

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Great House and Location

This house was perfect for our family to gather from around the country. The house has a great kitchen, living space, and bedrooms. The location in Colorado Springs was close to things to do, shopping, dining, and outdoor activities.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lennie and Brenda V.

11 August 2024

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

Cancelled by Host

We were cancelled by Host Milton (Skip) Smith as our group was too large for his home. By contract, we were refunded 50%. The VRBO Support Team also unsuccessfully reached out to Skip for cancelling without providing a 100% refund. VRBO advised outside of contract, it's at the host's discretion. Skip advised me he would refund the other 50% if rented then turned around and blocked the entire month of August eliminating the opportunity for a full refund. Both Skip & VRBO kept our money even though we rebooked via VRBO. Not a good experience! What would you expect from a lawyer?

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica R.

11 July 2024

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

Family Vacation

This was a wonderful house to host our extended family get together over the 4th of July. It was comfortable and well stocked. The host was extremely responsive to our questions. It is conveniently located to beautiful walks and interesting family outings.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara P.

6 June 2024

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Fantastic location and property

Skip was a great host! The property was set up very well for two families sharing it for a week. We had plenty of space to spread out. The pool table was a big hit for everyone!

Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah D., Dallas

4 August 2023

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Great experience

Our host allowed for early arrival which was so helpful for our family who drove. The house comfortably worked for our family of 14. The kitchen is well equipped for preparing meals for a crowd. The host provides paper goods, detergent and a pantry with lots of spices & condiments. The house is located in a safe, well maintained neighborhood and is convenient to all the sights and activities available to visitors in Colorado Springs.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

15 July 2023

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

Great Colorado Springs Home

Skip greeted us and walked us through the house, which we all appreciated. This home was perfect for our family of 13 ranging from ages 2-68. There was plenty of space for everyone and multiple places to hang out and play games. It's located in a quiet community with very little traffic. We took advantage of wonderful locations that were SO close. Garden of the Gods, The Flying W Ranch, and Manitou Springs, and the Cave of the Winds are minutes away. It was a perfect space for our vacation. We'd rent this space again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren B.

29 June 2023

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Family reunion

The house was great for the 12 of us. It was conveniently located.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ben B.

21 June 2023

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

A spacious house with a great location

My family of 12 stayed in this house for a week and had a blast! The rooms were as advertised, the kitchen spacious and the location couldn't be beat -- especially if you want to beat the crowds to garden of the gods. It was clean, if a tad dated in decor. We appreciated being able to gather under one roof.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

2 January 2023

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Simply beautiful

The house was as described, beautiful and had plenty of room for us. Throughly enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan A.

14 August 2022

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Colorado Family gathering

This home accommodated our entire family of 13 people. We had room enough for everyone to sleep in a bedroom and have easy access to a bathroom. The kitchen, dining room, and living room provided lots of space for games, kids, and adults. Having an office on the main floor was very helpful and was shared by several of the adults. The master bedroom was a nice "escape" for my husband and me. I am a tub person and that was a terrific way to end our very busy days. The two-level deck provided a lot of different gathering places for family members to catch up with one another. Skip was highly responsive and provided us with recommendations for places and restaurants to visit. Everyone enjoyed their time away.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

25 July 2022

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Kidding Camels

Great house for us to use. Central location was convenient for our activities. Skip was a great host.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

23 July 2022

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

Quality Home in Exceptional Neighborhood

Excellent accommodations for a large group. Adequate space for kids to play apart from adults. The owner met us on arrival and took us through the property and was available for questions and recommendations for area attractions and restaurants. A peaceful atmosphere. There were sometimes deer in the yard. All living areas were fully stocked with amenities. Our most enjoyable stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne Z.

8 July 2022

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

Great family home

Large home with ample space. Extremely well stocked in the kitchen and throughout. Ou family vacation was comfortable and enjoyable. We were close to everything and were glad to come back to the house and relax after a day of adventuring.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Khanh N.

18 June 2022

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

Amazing viewa

The house is clean and really nice. The owner of the property welcome us when we first came and go over some guidelines which is so helpful. The kids loves the entertainment room. Thanks for letting us stay at your property.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don F., TOPEKA, KS USA

7 June 2022

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

Colorado Springs vacation home.

Property accommodated our family group of 10 very well. The six bedrooms and nine beds allowed for 3 couples, one single adult, and 3 under 18 to each have their own sleeping space. The property manager lives close and even stopped by shortly after our arrival to show us the house and offer some suggestions for visiting Colorado Springs. The back lawn space is somewhat small, but the weather was not conducive to spending time outside in the evenings. Overall, a very good, secure location which I would highly recommend.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corina G., Niceville, Fl

28 May 2022

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USAFA Graduation

Perfect spot for accommodations for USAFA graduation. Plenty of room and beautiful view. We even got to see deer, rabbit and Garden of the Gods

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandi S.

4 January 2022

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

Beautiful house for family holiday

This is an amazing house - we had 11 family members stay very comfortably for a week together over the holidays. It has a lovely large kitchen and things to do for all ages (movie theater and pool table downstairs). It is in a great location, and the host (Skip) was amazingly helpful!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

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