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Darling cottage, 500 sq ft of charm and comfort.

Darling cottage within walking distance to OCC

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9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Colorado Springs, CO

Red Rock Canyon Open Space14 min walk
Garden of the Gods5 min drive
Colorado College5 min drive
Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)88 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Perfect stay. We were greeted by 3 Mule deer that were lounging on the back patio. That set the tone for the rest of our...

Sara E.

May 12, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Relax and Unwind at this Colorado Springs Haven with Private Pergola and BBQ

Welcome to this Darling cottage in the heart of Old Colorado City, where history and modern luxury come together in perfect harmony. Our recently remodeled home is a true oasis, offering 500 sq ft of beautifully decorated living space, complete with hardwood floors, granite countertops, and a spa-like bathroom. We've carefully chosen every detail to create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, and added French country touches to give the home a touch of charm.

Your safety is our top priority, which is why we follow CDC sanitation standards to ensure a clean and safe stay. You'll have all the privacy and benefits of a home away from home, with the added convenience of a fully equipped kitchen, laundry room, and private outdoor area with a grill.

When you're not exploring all the amazing attractions that Colorado Springs has to offer, you'll love relaxing in the cozy living room or cooking up a meal in the fully equipped kitchen. And when it's time to rest, you'll drift off to sleep in one of our beautifully decorated bedrooms, dressed in fine quality linens.

It is the cottage's prime location that really sets it apart. You'll be just a short walk from the charming shops and restaurants of Old Colorado City, and a short drive from all the best that Colorado Springs has to offer. From the breathtaking views of Pike's Peak to the nearby Garden of the Gods and Red Rock Open Space, there's no shortage of things to see and do. Plus, with downtown Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Center just 5 minutes away, you'll have easy access to a wide range of activities and attractions.

Don't miss out on the chance to experience the charm and history of Old Colorado City while enjoying all the comforts of this beautiful home. Book your stay at this cottage today and get ready for the vacation of a lifetime!

Property manager

David Dukeman

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Do your best to clean up before you leave. If cleaning fees are higher than $150 there will be a charge for the difference.

Guest must acknowledge that basement is independent from the house and is used as storage. Cleaners might access it for their supplies.

Pack n play and high chair provided provided on demand only.

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

Colorado Springs

This cottage is located in Old Colorado City, a neighbourhood in Colorado Springs. Glen Eyrie Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Garden of the Gods and Red Rock Canyon Open Space. Travelling with kids? Make time for Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Pikes Peak Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.

Colorado Springs, CO

What's nearby

Red Rock Canyon Open Space - 14 min walk
Garden of the Gods - 5 min drive
Colorado College - 5 min drive
Pikes Peak Center - 7 min drive
Glen Eyrie Castle - 10 min drive

Getting around

Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rudy's Country Store and Bar-B-Q - ‬16 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
‪Fossil Craft Beer Company - ‬19 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax and Unwind at this Colorado Springs Haven with Private Pergola and BBQ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax and Unwind at this Colorado Springs Haven with Private Pergola and BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax and Unwind at this Colorado Springs Haven with Private Pergola and BBQ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax and Unwind at this Colorado Springs Haven with Private Pergola and BBQ located?

Located in Old Colorado City, this family-friendly Colorado Springs cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Bancroft Park and Red Rock Canyon Open Space. Garden of the Gods is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sara E.

12 May 2023

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

Greeted by Mule deer

Perfect stay. We were greeted by 3 Mule deer that were lounging on the back patio. That set the tone for the rest of our trip. We walked to old Colorado springs for dinner, its literally down a hill from the listing. I would recommend this listing to anyone looking for a romantic getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Donna M., ROUND ROCK

20 Dec 2022

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

Cute cabin.

This is a cute little cabin in a good location. My only problem was that I was informed that the mattress in the larger room had been replaced, but it certainly was not new. It sinks into the middle of the bed and is very uncomfortable. The other bed was much better. I would also suggest curtains on the front and back doors to stop the street lights shining in at night as well as some blockout curtains in both bedrooms. Also it was impossible to watch the tv as it kept lagging even after rebooting the xfinity box several times . Other than that it’s a neat little place.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Deb R.

16 Dec 2022

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

There are far better, keep looking travelers

Difficult to get in as lock is faulty. Bumpy steps to front door not lighted, terrible to arrive after dark and then spend well over 5 minutes (16 degree weather) to work with their lock which needs adjusting or replaced. Thankfully they answered the phone and guided me thru the cumbersome process of using their faulty lock. No place to sit and eat except a small table with the non functioning TV sitting 5 inches away. Sent text for instructions on TV, no response. Don't know who has long dark hair-all over the shower and sink. Not mine, gross. No table next to bed to set phone, water etc. Also, no plugs nearby. No tissues, had to use POM toilet paper-is there any worse quality? I'm sure there're worse VRBO 's however I'm almost positive there are far far better for the money they are charging.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Judy L.

2 Nov 2022

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

Updated, Clean, Comfortable

This property really met our needs as we visited family in the Old Colorado City area. The property is secure, impeccably clean, and well updated. A perfect property for adults and small families. The full sized appliances and kitchen basics made cooking and prep easy. A generous supply of nice quality bath linens was provided. The stacking washer dryer with detergent were handy and much appreciated. Location in a quiet, walkable neighborhood with nearby attractions was a plus too. The property is located at the top of a steep hill with nice views of Pikes Peak. One minor drawback was poor television cable service and no accessible electrical outlet in the secondary bedroom. I would recommend the owner consider adding a humidifier to the amenities for visitors needing help adjusting to low humidity and altitude. (A pot of simmering water helped when symptoms flared.) As with most properties in Colorado Springs, there are steps/stairs to negotiate from the parking area to the home. All was well lit with good visibility. Will definitely consider this property on future visits.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

20 Oct 2022

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

Great Place Great Location

We had a great time in this awesome property. Location was perfect for us. Only thing I would recommend is that the mattress and box spring be replaced in the bigger of the 2 rooms.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie E., Cincinnati

15 Oct 2022

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

Honeymoon

We absolutely adored this place! Everything about is is perfect from the house its self to the view and the easiness to get everywhere! A short walk to old Colorado city (all hills) which was awesome! We will definitely be back!!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandy L., Noble, Ok

5 Sept 2022

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

Perfect Location

The house was great. It’s in a perfect location and was very comfortable

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Gregory L.

1 Sept 2022

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

Our Stay

WE really enjoyed our stay. The property was very clean and beautifully decorated. The lighting could have been better. Beautiful and very trendy lighting, but not functional. The lamp in the living area would have been better with a conventional lamp shade. I know the cottage is small, but there was no place to place toiletries in the bathroom. Also, the TV never worked properly. The stations kept cutting in and out. and the pictures would freeze. I think a cable issue. We loved the outside sitting area. Spent evenings out there and really enjoyed the quiet neighborhood. We would definitely come back and also recommend our friends to stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

14 July 2022

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

This is incredible!

We had an outstanding time at this VRBO!! If is exactly as listed and was perfect for my husband, myself and our 17 year old daughter. It was close to everything on our list in that area. We highly recommend staying here. It’s spotless inside and is exactly as advertised. We saw a deer in our front yard the first night we came and it was there to greet us when we headed out.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

6 July 2022

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

Great Getaway

Just the right spot for us. Close to everything the kids wanted to see.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

JEANNE H.

26 June 2022

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

Loved this place !

It was perfect for two couples ! We really liked it a lot ! The outdoor patio was great to sit for morning coffee and also evenings! Everything you needed in the kitchen ! I would stay there again ! Really nice ! And also had a couple of deer to visit ! 😊

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

brandy L.

26 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite

Very quite place - not to far from the freeway Which was nice , very equipped with almost everything you would need - 95% very clean - which was nice Not a lot of venation throughout the house or a air purifier , was slightly stuffy , and no enough paper towels or tissues - and was a lot of cleaning up to do before leaving which is kinda annoying of them to ask when your traveling , you already have a lot going on plus your paying for a cleaning fee - didn’t care to much for that - I got a great price but wouldn’t have wanted to pay more than what I paid to stay there , which they honored , the price before they upped it . Also 4 is a super late check in. People who are traveling like to drop things off and go get stuff - like grocery shopping - something to consider

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

2 May 2022

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

Amazing location and adorable house

My husband and I absolutely loved staying here. It was minutes away from all the attractions we wanted to see. We also fell in love with the streets of Old Colorado City. You much check out Carnelian Coffee and the shop Eclectic. Sweet Water Flower Market is also Amazing. Extremely clean and well stocked house. Check in and check out couldn’t have been any easier. We will for sure be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

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26 Apr 2022

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

Beautiful place and a perfect location!

I can’t say enough great things about this cottage! We stayed here for our honeymoon and it was perfect! Super cute and extremely clean! It’s in a wonderful location that is just a short walk to all the little shops and restaurants that old Colorado city has to offer. We even got to see a few deer come in the yard one morning!

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alfred F., San Antonio Texas, United States

19 Apr 2022

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

Great experience

Very clean place to stay! Very courteous by the owners to accommodate all the extra ammedities that were offered for the stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcy M.

8 Mar 2022

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

Cute little house

Super cute and stylish little house. Would stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

3 Mar 2022

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

Perfect for 2

My daughter and I stayed for 5 days. We very much enjoyed our stay. The new refrigerator was very loud but owners said they would address the issue. The area was perfect and the house is peaceful, clean and the perfect size for 2 people. Coffee was available which is always a nice touch. Definitely recommend a stay here

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis K.

2 Feb 2022

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

Fun stay with the kids

Really nice place with full amenities, relatively quiet neighborhood with outdoor area for kids. Quick drive to Manitou for day outings.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cristina G.

17 Jan 2022

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

Christmas 2021

Everything was nice & clean. It had everything we needed for our Christmas vacation and was a perfect location for what we had planned. We had views of the mountains but I believe these might be obstructed during the spring & summer months when there are leaves in the trees. It had a cute little yard & patio set. I was worried about having to park on the street but parking was fine because the shared lot was not full because the house it shares the lot with was not fully rented out. It is a pretty small house so more than 4 (even if they are kids) I would not recommend. Honestly, it really was a great house and conveniently located to so much. We would definitely recommend to others.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandy F.

27 Dec 2021

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

Love this house!!

House was very clean. Kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to cook our meals. This house is located near everything. Downtown Colorado Springs, garden of the Gods and Cheyenne mountain Zoo. Grocery store is just a couple miles away. Loved drinking my morning coffee on the patio with mountain views. I even got see a mule deer just walking down the street while sitting outside. Our son is in the airforce and stationed in Colorado Springs. We will be back and will definitely be staying here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

25 Dec 2021

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

Beautiful home away from home

This beautiful little house was over the top..The kitchen had everything ..you could literally cook , bake or do anything ! The finishes in the whole home were beautiful.. The only thing I need next time is a humidifier lol.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

9 Dec 2021

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

Lovely

A nice clean and quiet place to stay in Colorado Springs. We walked to the historic district for dinner! Thanks for having us.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna J.

8 Dec 2021

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

Just as described

Really pretty view and great accommodations. W perfect for four adults ( two couples)

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Shawn G., Indialantic, FL

7 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great location, but pictures are decieving

Overall this is a great location in walking distance to all that Old Colorado City has to offer. My biggest con is when I booked there were pictures of a balcony with some pretty epic views from that balcony. Very important to me, maybe not to others. The pictures even had a description of "pictures from property" at that time. Upon arriving we quickly realized those pictures were not from that property. I messaged the host to ask about the pictures of the porch (ready to settle into my vaca with a cup of tea) and he rudely replied that "Did I believe the pictures from the downtown and zoo were at the property too?" I felt that was very out of line and not a way to respond to someone who booked their property based off false pics. There is a slight view of the mountain over the dumpster and where the cars park. But it's a slight view and no where near as amazing as the pics on the properties page. I chose this property over another property specifically for the views where I could drink my coffee/tea and relax. If you are doing the same, be aware the pics are not from this property. Also the master bedroom mattress needs to be replaced and sinks into the middle. I saw others mention this approx 2019 in the reviews and the owner mentioned they would take care of that. That was not the case. If views and mattress don't matter to you, this is a clean place in a great location. Also had everything we needed including soap, shampoo, coffee, and a few condiments.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 Dec 2021

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

Fantastic

It was a wonderful experience! Beautiful view! Very clean!! A few minutes to the Garden of the Gods.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by David Dukeman

David and Marie Aline’s mission is to make vacation rental easy for guests. We have vetted and verified every property in our network, so you can book with confidence. If you have questions prior to your trip, we’ll be happy to assist you, seven days a week. We’re also available 24/7 during your stay to help with any issues that may arise. Furthermore, we are committed to delivering a clean and safe environment through health and safety protocols.

Why they chose this property

You'll be just steps away from the charming shops and restaurants of Old Colorado City and all the best that Colorado Springs has to offer. Imagine spending your days exploring the nearby trails and attractions, from the Garden of the Gods to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. And when it's time to unwind, retreat to the comfortable and well-appointed home. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience all that Colorado Springs has to offer - book your stay at our property today and get ready for the vacation of a lifetime!

What makes this property unique

We want your stay to be as memorable as possible. The location is perfect and the home decor is beautiful! We have dressed our home with your comfort in mind, and we have a top notch house keeping team clean it to ensure your stay is very enjoyable.