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Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature

Vacation home in Idaho Springs with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature

Welcome to this cozy and expansive mountain retreat space in Idaho Springs! Enjoy the comforts of privacy from 8100 ft elevation with this 5 bedroom, 4 bath, 4800 sq. ft. contemporary cabin just 60 miles from Denver International Airport.

Relish in the beauty of the outdoors, surrounded by thousands of trees and national forest — the perfect mix of seclusion and accessibility. Whether it’s vacation, a family reunion, retreat or friend gathering, the amenities here and proximity to attractions nearby will keep you wanting more!

The rushing sounds of Ute Creek greet you at the front door, and the main-level deck presents beautiful views from every angle of the house. A wide-open, fully equipped kitchen with double convection ovens makes cooking for large groups incredibly easy.

Relax after a long day in the enclosed steam shower or soak into one of the 2 jetted tubs. Escape to another world in the full media-room with indoor/outdoor surround sound speakers and a full wet bar to transform your experience.

Adventure awaits with only minutes to Mt. Blue Sky & Echo Lake for camping, hiking and easy access to several ski towns - you couldn’t be in a better place to enjoy all the natural beauty that Colorado has to offer. Idaho Springs is just 5 miles down the road with ample shopping, restaurants, bars, hot springs and more! Whether you wish to have a relaxing retreat experience or a vacation filled with adventure, you will find what you are looking for at the Three Owls Retreat!!

• Free Wifi
• 3 Living Rooms
• Steam Shower & Jetted Tubs
• Towels & Linens Provided
• Wood Stove & Electric Fireplace
• Parking for 5 vehicles
• Granite Counter Tops
• Washer/Dryer
• Central Heat
• Creek running throughout the entire property
• Wrap around Deck / Patio
• Lawn / Garden
• Walking Paths by creek
• Expansive, secluded views of the Arapaho National Forest

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 7 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

If you have more than 12 guests, please notify us for additional options.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Please contact us directly for events/party rate

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please contact us directly for events/party rate
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-25-120

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Idaho Springs, CO

What's nearby

  • Clear Creek - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Charlie Taylor Water Wheel - 8 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Underhill Museum - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Argo Gold Mill and Museum - 10 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Echo Lake Park - 10 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Winter Park Ski Resort Amtrak Station - 55 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Beau Jo's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cabin Creek Brewing - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea Co - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tommyknocker Brewery & Pub - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Torreys Peak, Underhill Museum, and Argo Gold Mill and Museum. Charlie Taylor Water Wheel and Steve Canyon Statue are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Expansive Mountain Retreat: Secluded Yet Accessible — Steam Shower, Tubs, Nature Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

LS P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place for family to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this Mountain Retreat, Very close to all that adventures we wanted to go to and still experience the peace and quiet that a mountain can offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joelle R.

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

Great Cabin Weekend

We were in town for a wedding and this cabin location was great. Close to the venue, clean and perfect for a weekend in the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

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

A lovely home

This is the perfect place for a stay! Beautiful, well-appointed home in a gorgeous setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Window screens would be nice to keep out bugs. 1 bed had ripped sheets and a couple towels were dated. other than that, a beautiful place. Had one of my best vacations with my family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Wonderful getaway house in a beautiful setting

The house is really lovely. Five bedroom and 3.5 baths and plenty of space for 10 best friends. The property is really pretty, complete with a babbling brook right outside the door and a couple of foxes who kept an eye on us during our stay. The owner was really quick to get back to me when I had questions. No cell service but there is WiFi. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

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

Great spot

Good spot and close to Georgetown and idaho springs. Even with bad weather easy to get around.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Family Vacation 2025

Property and surroundings were amazing. The house was perfect for our group of 8 adults and 4 kids. We were disappointed that the fire pit and grill had been removed due to regulations. The beautiful walkway, seating and fire pit was a main selling point when we were renting this property. The house is fully equipped with anything you would need. No AC but as we were out during the day it cooled down quickly for sleeping. The brook right by the house was pleasant to listen to at night. We had a couple foxes that came right up to the house. Very beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

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

Great place to gather!!

We had a Christmas family reunion and it was wonderful! The house was well stocked and the owner was always very quick to respond.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful, quiet, and a great place for a family to relax and enjoy time together!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susie C.

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

Great weekend

We were there for our daughter’s gymnastics meet at University of Denver. We loved this location because it was close enough to everywhere we needed to go and close enough to everywhere we wanted to go! The home is beautiful! Thank you for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig L.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Here are some areas for improvement: The lighting was unwelcoming and did not provide any ambience. There was only one thermostat in a three level house, so difficult to regulate temperature in different areas. Some of the outdoor seating was tattered badly and should’ve been thrown away. Tattered towels and bedding, one downstairs bed smelled very doggy and we had to rewash. Vacuum cleaner was completely full and had to empty, dryer was broken and needs repair. Windows, ceiling fan and chandeliers were very dirty and dusty. One upstairs room had no dresser.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

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

Beautiful property with great location!

We really enjoyed our stay! The cabin is beautiful and has a wonderful outdoor area to hang out in. We enjoyed grilling, using the fire pit, and playing yard games. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

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

So Great!

The property was absolutely perfect for us. We were in town for a wedding and the property was perfectly located as well as super clean, super well stocked and just really nice. Thank you for a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

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

Great Family Retreat With Amazing Views

Perfect property for our family vacation. The house is well stocked for cooking, including seasoning. The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of towels for our entire group. Great location to take in rafting, hiking and gold panning. Communication was over and above.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie N.

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

Family vacay

The property was perfect for our family of 8 adults. Perfect amount of beds, space and all the things needed when staying away from home. Plenty of room for cooking and eating in! 10 minutes from the grocery store and plenty of nearby restaurants. Would love to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominick C.

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

Great house!!

Very clean, beautiful house. Secluded but yet easy to access with gorgeous views! Would def recommend this house for family looking to get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B., Key West

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

Amazing place!

We loved our stay at this property. The property was even better than advertised and is close to so many outdoor activities. We saw lots of wildlife around the house and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere. Close to the town of Idaho Springs with lots of good restaurants and shopping. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney L.

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

Lovely retreat in a great location

This house was immaculate and so spacious for our group of 16. We had a wedding at Black River Ranch and so the location was perfect for what we needed. Super peaceful and wish we could have stayed longer, it was truly an oasis!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great week at 3 Owls Retreat

Beautiful property, well laid out for our three generation family, allowing us space to all be together and private space when we wanted some. Located just 5 miles up the Mount Evans (Mount Blue Sky) Highway from Idaho Springs, close to all the attractions/activities the area has to offer. Teenage grandkids, 40-something kids and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth G.

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

Family Gathering

Wonderful location, peaceful surroundings, wildlife, and beautiful creek sounds. Property large enough for a family of 10 to have their own space and privacy. Friendly owners who graciously answer guest questions. Homey and ready for family gatherings.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

Gorgeous home and views

This is a beautiful home that was perfect for our yearly trip with friends! There were 10 of us (5 couples) and we had plenty of room for hanging out together inside and out and plenty of beds and bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked and we greatly appreciated having plenty of garbage bags, toilet paper and paper towels on hand. The owner was very responsive and easy to communicate with. Future renters should know that there was a recent change in local permits which means there is no longer access to the grill or fire pit on the property. The listing is accurate but the photos still show these items and other guests mention using them in their reviews. We did not miss the grill or the fire pit because it is such a gorgeous location and the kitchen is amazing! There is no A/C but there are fans in most bedrooms so while it did get a little warm in the upstairs bedrooms during the daytime it cooled off quickly. There was very little road traffic while we were there. You can't beat the location- off the beaten path but still close to town and other attractions with amazing views. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley H.

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

A wonderful getaway!

The cabin is just as pictures depict! A roomy cabin on a beautiful property. The location is remote enough to be away from town and near the mountains, but still a very quick drive into Idaho Springs. We even saw a fox through the living room window - it was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

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

Perfect Hidden Gem

This property is the perfect blend of easy to get to and out in the middle of nowhere. Our family of 12 stayed 4 nights and found ourselves very comfortable and well accommodated for a group our size. Love the backyard, deck, and kitchen. Definitely would go back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hope H.

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

Amazing idaho springs getaway

We had an amazing time at the property. The house is beautiful, the location is nice if you want to be away from the city. About an 1 hour ride from denver airport. Liz is very nice and accommodating, definitely would come back again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020