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Farm, Unique, Immaculate, Close to City but Feels like Country, One of a Kind!

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Our charming Country Cottage 'Cross the Creek is located on a small working farm
We've decorated our Cottage in decorated in American brocante
Our welcome desk has the guest guidebook and journal to remember your visit!
Interior
Bright and spacious, our kitchen and living room are one great room for family!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 7167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Colorado Springs, CO
  • Chapel Hills Mall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • US Air Force Academy
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Garden of the Gods
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Colorado Springs, CO (COS)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Farm, Unique, Immaculate, Close to City but Feels like Country, One of a Kind!

Cross the bridge, pass through the gates and go up a winding driveway to our light, sunny guest house that feels like you're in the country far away from everything but is right off the interstate. Our Cottage is a bright, spacious 1,800 sq. feet of living space that is unique, beautiful and sparkling clean. Our property offers plenty of outdoor places to sit and relax as well as immediate access to a regional trail that runs for miles in both directions and a toe dip in a creek. We are just a quick drive to many local attractions as well as just south of the Air Force Academy. Located on a small farm, you'll see our cattle and chickens and maybe - if you're lucky! - some Colorado wildlife. On any given visit, you'll hear the Star Spangled Banner floating through the breeze from the Air Force Academy and the train whistles as it heads north or south. This listing is a calm oasis while simultaneously very unique! We love it here and hope you do, too!

We've been hosting at our Country Cottage since 2017, accommodating families, bridal parties, team retreats, and even honeymooners at our Cottage. Our continual five-star reviews give our family great satisfaction and pride in offering our Cottage to guests as we join VRBO in 2019.

Our beautiful ranch-style, wheelchair accessible Cottage is newly renovated, and it sleeps seven, making it perfect for families and groups. Our Cottage offers 3 bedrooms (total of 5 beds, including the trundle) as well as two bathrooms with showers. A complete, well-equipped kitchen with island, full-size refrigerator, oven and dishwasher gives you the ability to make a scrumptious dinner or whip up something quickly. A large living room has sofas perfect for a game night, watching a movie or relaxing with your group. An attached garage is available for storing sporting equipment and coolers. An outdoor patio table and chairs gives you the opportunity to enjoy Colorado's beautiful outdoors from various vantage points around the Cottage. Our property and Cottage are completely non-smoking in their entirety, so you will be able to breathe in the beautiful Colorado air both inside and out!

Our Country Cottage 'Cross the Creek is a dedicated, private guest house located on our farm property. You will be able to park right outside the front door. We will contact you through the VRBO message center on the day of your arrival with directions and keyless access information for the Cottage.

Our Cottage provides immediate access to the 20-mile long New Santa Fe Trail, which runs along Monument Creek from Colorado Springs to Palmer Lake, crossing through the Air Force Academy. Guests can enjoy walking, running, hiking, biking or just meandering along this trail. Our property is located just a couple miles off the interstate, so grocery stores, restaurants, gas stations and Walmart are all within 2-5 miles from our Cottage. We are one exit away from the Air Force Academy and 8 miles from the Garden of the Gods park.

Our family lives in a separate house on the property. We are available to make your stay the best experience possible if you need anything, but we are also far enough away that you will have your privacy! I love to try to at least meet and say hello to each of our guests, so I hope that I can meet you during your stay, too!

Property manager

Tosha Williams
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
For safety, kids must be supervised outside.
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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
NO SMOKING of ANY kind on property or in Cottage.
NO drugs, smoking or vaping of ANY kind in Cottage or on any part of our farm property. Violators of this policy will be IMMEDIATELY evicted.
No pets except for service animals, with an additional $100 cleaning fee, by permission. Please message us if this applies to you.

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

Colorado Springs

Located in Briargate, a neighbourhood in Colorado Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area. Glen Eyrie Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Garden of the Gods and Cave of the Winds. Travelling with kids? Make time for Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Broadmoor World Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Colorado Springs, CO

What's nearby

  • University of Colorado-Colorado Springs - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Chapel Hills Mall - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • US Air Force Academy - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Garden of the Gods - 14 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Farm, Unique, Immaculate, Close to City but Feels like Country, One of a Kind! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Farm, Unique, Immaculate, Close to City but Feels like Country, One of a Kind!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farm, Unique, Immaculate, Close to City but Feels like Country, One of a Kind!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Farm, Unique, Immaculate, Close to City but Feels like Country, One of a Kind! located?

This family-friendly Colorado Springs holiday home is located in a rural location, 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Adventure Golf and Batting Cages, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame and Colorado Springs House of Bounce. US Air Force Academy and Chapel Hills Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

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

Wonderful stay

We very much enjoyed our stay in this quiet, quaint cottage home. It provided lovely walks, homey, ideal place to visit with our children over breakfasts, and comfortable beds awaiting us after days of sightseeing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

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

Grand kid trip

Perfect place to stay with grand kids at the edge of town but a short drive to everything we did. Very clean and a great setup
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

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

Colorado Springs Country Cottage

Our family had an excellent stay at this property. Everything was as promised, and it was an excellent place to share a home-cooked meal in a beautiful open-concept kitchen/dining area. Also close to a trail that goes by the Air Force Academy. Overall, excellent property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

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

Cute cottage

Great place in great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly d.

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

Colorado Springs

Loved the Cottage. Perfect size for our family of 5. Very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice K.

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

Cool. Comfortable Relaxibg

3 Women. Relaxing Trip. House So Comfortable and Clean. Perfect to Visit and close to everything. Yet so remote. Host so Kind and enjoyable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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

Great location, peaceful place.

Had everything we needed. Tosha was super responsive. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

October stay at the cottage

My family and I had a wonderful stay here. The location was convenient to everything we wanted to do--seeing family in the Black Forrest area, Manitou Springs, Garden of the Gods, and was in a great location for easily getting to grocery stores. The house and property were beautiful, and the house was very comfortable and well appointed. The kids loved the property, as there was plenty of room for them to explore outside. They especially loved walking down to see the horse and the creek every day--and our frequent visits from a sweet calico kitten. Both also loved watching the trains go by (we didn't find the noise to be at all bothersome). We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

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

Adorable Cottage

The cottage is absolutely adorable. It was perfect for our stay. It was very clean and the hosts really thought of every necessity.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elyssa K.

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

Great cottage

This was a very neat and tidy cottage close to everything! It was well stocked and hosts were great to work with! Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Happy Hideaway

Well-appointed cottage with warm spirit. Went to a prayer conference and loved coming ‘home’ to rest and regenerate. Would return any time in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam T.

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

Perfect cottage for family girls night

This property was perfect for a family girls night. The host was so nice! We had a fabulous time and would recommend this cottage. So much better than staying in hote rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Beautiful place to stay

This was a perfect place for me and my family to stay while visiting my son at the USAFA. The cottage was cozy/lovely. I personally Loved that there’s a running/waking trail right behind the house! Had an awesome stay and made very memorable memories-Thank you Tosha!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Thom J.

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

Odd location

It is quite the puzzle getting all the way back to this VRBO, unmarked while trying to follow very long instructions. Signs through the property and around other houses and old cars would be helpful. Great inside but odd to be in someone’s backyard so far from civilization (except for the train!).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April A.

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

Beautiful and convenient to everything

Tosha was such a gracious hostess. The communication and attention to detail was impeccable. The Cottage itself is like a page from a magazine it was close proximity to everything. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Great location for Colorado College

Exceptionally clean and a very welcoming host. We stayed on a visit to Colorado College with our daughter. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brynn W.

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

Amazing Location, Lovely Hosts

This cottage is located on a farm, right next to the Santa Fe hiking trail that leads to the Air Force Academy. There are also a couple of other great hikes right there, we did the one to the hoodoo rock formation visible from the property. Our teens loved it. This is a thoughtfully and beautifully, laid out cottage, on a property with the charming character.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

eric r.

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

Over the bridge

The cabin was very clean. Great location with lots of space inside and outside. Cozy and welcoming. We would stay again for longer and use the hiking trail that is right next to the property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea c.

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

Sweet house

Thank you for the great experience, checking in on us, the notes, and great communication. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany K., Myrtle Beach

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

Little piece of country close to the city!

This beautiful farm house was just perfect for my family! The beds were comfortable and the decorations are very inviting. The host was a great communicator who was very response and available when needed. My children loved the cows, horse, and chickens on the property down the street. Great stay! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Family Time

A quick visit with our son at the Air Force Academy. This location was convenient to everything in Colorado Springs. The owner was fantastic with communication and hospitality. The home was perfect for relaxing and catching up after a fun day our touring the sites. The surrounding area is relaxing. Everything was just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Susan D.

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

Idyllic setting

This property is beautiful and charming :-) we loved meeting the farm dog farm, cat, and seeing the other animals! Beautifully decorated. The middle guest room is in need of a new mattress …water pressure was llow.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Lovely and cozy

We needed a comfortable place to stay for just one night after visiting Colorado College and this was perfect. We picked up an easy dinner to heat up from the nearby Whole Foods and had a relaxing evening before our day of hiking at Garden of the Gods and then driving to Denver airport to return to Texas. I expected to just stay at a hotel but the cottage was well-priced and fortunately allowed a one-night stay. It's as cute and homey as the photos show, we enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara L.

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

Amazing cottage! Would recommend and stay again!

This cottage is exactly as described! We could not have been happier, and Tosha is an amazing host and very responsive to messages. It fit our family perfectly and was a wonderful place for us to visit and unwind after a day of sight-seeing. Everything was so clean, kitchen had everything we needed, washer and dryer was great so we came home with clean clothes, and the sound machines in each room were a fantastic bonus! If you’re looking for a beautiful place to stay with a rustic feel to it, this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald R.

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

What a great find!

Very clean and well appointed little house. Could not have asked for better! Spent 4 nights with our 2 granddaughters. Each had their own room and we all loved the place! Other reviewers complained about the trains even thought it’s disclosed in the listing. No train horns, just the clickity clack of the tracks as it went by. Close to everything but away from everything! What a great combo. I would not hesitate to recommend Tosha’s Country cottage! A lot of house for a little price. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tosha Williams

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I am a wife and mom, a writer and piano teacher, a woman in ministry and a chicken hobbyist. My family has lived on our farm property for 14 years now, and we love this little slice of country in the midst of the city. I have hosted my Country Cottage 'Cross the Creek with almost one-hundred 5 star reviews for over year now and am happy to begin the adventure of hosting with VRBO as well! I look forward to meeting you and your group and welcoming you to this place that is very special to my family and I.

Why they chose this property

Our property is one of a kind in the midst of Colorado Springs. We love it because, once you cross the little bridge to get here, you have a totally different experience from normal city life. We're close to the interstate yet a million miles away. Tucked into the rolling hills of the Front Range, we are separated from the rest of the world by our little creek. Every season brings something new, whether it's the lush green by the creek during the summer or the beautiful snow during the winter. We love it here and hope you enjoy your stay, too!

What makes this property unique

We love our property because of its proximity to all things civilized yet contact with many things unique, including occasional wildlife (care to get up in the wee hours and listen for an owl?), a meandering creek (which is so fun for kids to splash in during the summer!), a train, and access to miles and miles of regional trails and off-trail hikes. This is pure Colorado.

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English

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