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Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Black Hawk, CO
  • Golden Gate Canyon State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Ameristar Casino Black Hawk
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Monarch Casino Black Hawk
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Boulder, CO (WBU-Boulder Municipal)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort!

This is the perfect spot for up to 8 mature and respectful adults to experience their Rocky Mountain High! It is close to Nederland and not far from Black Hawk/Central City in the other direction.

The house sits on 20 acres and amenities include an amazing covered deck which overlooks our valley. The deck extends out away from the house and hosts a sunken hot tub and golf driving range!

Two bedrooms are accessible with NO STAIRS and have their own covered porch!

BBQ - Hot Tub - Golf!

An observation deck sits atop the high point of the property. You get that authentic experience of hiking an incline over actual Rocky Mountain Rock to get there but the view is worth the effort!

Another great amenity is the hot tub. It sits out away from the house and is open to the brilliant night sky! It is sunken into a deck which expands away from the covered deck of the house and out to the cliff facing. The gate on the end of the deck swings open and turns into a golf driving range! We will supply you several buckets of balls you can hit and we will pick them up later...

Next to the hot tub - attached to the cliff rock - is a lounge perfectly positioned to catch all of the action. Hang out by or in the hot tub! Drive balls off into the valley!

Hang out on the wide, covered deck - complete with shading, seating, a gas fire pit, and a BBQ grill. Prop the kitchen windows open and turn the main living space and kitchen into an extension of the deck! Feel that cool mountain breeze!

As for beds and personal spaces, one couple will stay in the loft area which overlooks the main living space - this is a semi-private area with a queen bed. They will use the bathroom which is part of the main living space on the floor below.

The other couples would stay on the ground floor where you enter the house. The first room you walk in is a common area to hold your gear or large items that need to come inside, like bicycles, etc. The two bedrooms are accessed from this common area as is the downstairs bathroom. One of the bedrooms can also access the bathroom directly.

Each bedroom has a queen bed and outdoor access to a covered patio area below the main deck above. Additional outdoor seating is on the patio - perfect for your morning coffee or to take in a private moment! The deck is at ground level and you are welcome to park your car or motorcycles there for more protection. It also allows folks in wheel chairs access to the house with NO STAIRS!

All beds and linens are high-quality as are the furnishings. For this reason we are seeking groups that can respect all the work that has gone into creating a space for fantastic Rocky Mountain experience!

We are just 10 minutes from Nederland and about 20 from Black Hawk/Central City. The road off the dirt road off of HWY 72 is a bit rough; however, my 2WD mini-van handles it just fine in the summer.

Although we are seeking groups of couples we are open to considering other group makeups. So, if this listing looks appealing, and you feel confident you are the type of guest we want, please tell us your story and let's get you booked!

Stephen owns the property, however, Reid lives in Nederland and does the hosting and front line communication... he will respond to all of your questions in a timely manner!

Wherever you end up staying we appreciate you taking the time to consider our listing and hope you have a terrific vacation!

Property manager

Reid Barcus

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Will consider with responsible parent
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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
Outside only with containment of butts. 420 ok
Shoes off in the house. If you must wear shoes - soft, clean soles only, please!

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Black Hawk

Located in Black Hawk, this holiday home is in the mountains. Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Eldorado Canyon State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Carousel of Happiness and National Center for Atmospheric Research. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Folsom Field or CU Events Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Black Hawk, CO

What's nearby

  • Golden Gate Canyon State Park - 14 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Ameristar Casino Black Hawk - 27 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Monarch Casino Black Hawk - 28 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Eldora Mountain Resort - 29 min drive - 19.4 km
  • University of Colorado Boulder - 47 min drive - 42.7 km

Getting around

  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wondervu Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Coal Creek Coffee - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Last Shot - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Howlin Wind Brewing & Blending - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪New Moon Bakery and Cafe - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rancho la Chula - close to Nederland, Colorado and Eldora Ski Resort! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Gilpin County Library and Thorn Lake. Manchester Lake and Howlin Wind Brewing & Blending are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mary s.

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

Beautiful

Comfortable, secluded and beautiful getaway. Close to Indian Peaks Wilderness.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike Thomas V.

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

Mountain Paradise

Rancho la Chula is a dream house with out of this world views of the mountains! If you want luxury and complete privacy, book it! We had everything we needed and hitting golf balls into the trees was a bonus! The hot tub in the morning for coffee was a great way to start the day! Watching the sunset from the observation deck was breathtaking. Ending the day back in the hot tub to watch the stars and enjoy a cocktail was just perfect! Just make sure you have an SUV or the drive up the mountain won't be fun. We loved everything about this mountain paradise!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S., Aledo, TX

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

I don't want you to know about this place.

We had a good and meaningful time here. The house and grounds are a joy to explore and entirely comfortable. The whole place worked well for our group of 8. Five people slept here with one on the coach and, three at another house. However, this was where we gathered after fly fishing for dinner and it was perfect. Also, Reid is great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Great Times at La Chula

We recently launched a new company and chose LA Chula as our first group retreat for the weekend. Everyone had an outstanding time and the experience that Steve and Reid have created for their guests is second to none! We will certainly be back for more visits in the future. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry A.

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

Incredible

My fiancee and I wanted to get away from the city life of Denver for some R&R and that's exactly what we got. So beautiful and peaceful. Loved it very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie U.

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

Beautiful views

We stayed at the house for a wonderfully relaxing week. The views were awesome. I enjoyed watching the hummingbirds who visited frequently. We hiked the property and my husband loved hitting golf balls off the deck. So peaceful !
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim S., Aledo, TX

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

Love this place

It’s just east to be here. Great sunrises and sunsets, good stomping around the property, and hitting golf balls off the deck. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

DL H.

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

Absolutely fabulous

We had the best time. The property and home are outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carly Y.

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

absolutely incredible

What an amazing property - completely exceeded our expectations and could not have been happier with our experience!! Thank you Reid!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lea P.

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

Wonderful visit with son at CU Boulder

Property is exactly as it appears (maybe better). It was an easy drive to Boulder (about 40 minutes). Use the route that goes through Nederland (it looks longer on the map, but it’s much less twisty than other routes). Great BBQ in Nederland, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Blissful peaceful Eden

We had an absolutely wonderful time staying at this property for a recent wedding in the Nederland area. The property is beautiful and well furnished, with a fully appointed kitchen, lovely bathrooms, and incredible outdoor living space. The Sonos speakers were a really nice feature, as was the driving range! We spent hours enjoying the hot tub and deck, listening to music, and driving balls off the deck. This property is truly unique and wonderful - such an incredibly beautiful location and a wonderful home. On top of all of this, the host was extremely responsive. The *one* potential downside is that it is a little far from the main road up a (totally manageable) dirt road. We opted to arrange private transportation to and from the wedding events as we knew there would be drinking, and some of the drivers struggled with access - partiuclarly since there is not reliable cell service in the area. For us, this was a very small price to pay for the serenity of the location, and in my opinion any car should be able to handle the road in in good weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa G.

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway

The house is immaculate, thoughtfully designed, and well-stocked - even better than the pictures! Reid was a very accessible property manager and made sure everything went smoothly and that we had what we needed. We came here as a good spot to rest in between hikes, but honestly we never wanted to leave the house. The perfect spot to relax and enjoy the mountains in solitude. Some additional notes: * The roads going up to the property are rough, so make sure you have a strong vehicle that can handle lots of unavoidable bumps and ruts. * Unfortunately couldn’t get the grill outside to light despite following the instructions and even watching some troubleshooting videos. Could have been user-error, but I’d recommend that the owners check it out just to be sure the ignition is functional! * None of the double glass doors leading to the outside seem to lock. Not a huge concern since the area is fairly remote, but wanted to call it out to the owners just in case it’s not a known issue. Overall, a wonderful stay! We hope to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward L., Dallas, Texas

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

Absolute Dream Home

This is an absolutely beautiful home. So well designed. Given a bad storm that blew in the previous days, everything was white and snowy. So hiking etc, was out of the picture. But it was soooo peaceful, so quiet and so perfect after 1 year of no travel/vacation. Nederland is a great little town only minutes away, and you can get to pretty much any place within a 30 mile drive— which goes by in a minutes as you awe yourself in the drive, mountains and everything else. Thank you for letting us stay here! Edward/Elena From Texas
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

So perfect that we are already planning our return visit!

Everything about this property; the location, the host, the views, the home, was INCREDIBLE! The host representative, Reid, was always accessible and excellent with communication. The house was perfect when we arrived. His instructions were spot on. We were impressed with this home. The owners have certainly paid attention to every detail, including the high end finishes in every room. The kitchen is exceptionally well stocked. We were blessed with perfect fall weather, and spent most of our time while at home on the patios, or gathered around the kitchen island with the doors and windows open. We came to Colorado to spend time with friends while hiking. This property is ideally located within reasonable driving distance from Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Roosevelt National Forest, and many others. We were also close enough to Black Hawk and Century City to visit some of the casinos. I can’t give this property a high enough recommendation! We will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S., New Braunfels

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

Beautiful and amazing!

What a place! We had an issue with the fridge, it wasn’t cooling but they brought us a small new fridge same day! Perfect spot for my moms 60th. We relaxed in the hot tub staring at the mountains and stars. Directions were easy to follow. Felt like we were away from everyone and everything but it was only 20 mins to get into town. We will definitely stay again when we come back to Colorado.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Reid Barcus

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Languages:

English