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Beautiful view 2 miles above sea level

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Game room
Bathroom
Private kitchen
Exterior
Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Idaho Springs, CO
  • Saint Mary's Glacier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Ameristar Casino Black Hawk
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Winter Park Ski Resort
    ‪62 min drive‬
  • Boulder, CO (WBU-Boulder Municipal)
    ‪87 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Common area 2

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful view 2 miles above sea level

A place apart from the ordinary , two miles above sea level, 1800sq. ft. this owner built home offers a serene place to visit and experience the world from this unique perspective Enjoy the changing aspens and crisp air. We built this very spacious house with all the contentious details not found in regular construction. Our master bedroom and bathroom on the main level has outstanding views of Mount Evans all the way to the plains of Denver. We just added a deck that is on the main level on the east and south side of the house as well as a hot tub located in an inclosed part of the house on the west side.
Also a bedroom on the lower level with a full bathroom. Great room down stairs with televisions both floors. Pool table on the ground floor. Our house is built for the extreme weather conditions of the area, we heat with a combination of radiant floor heating and a wood burning stove, this home is so much fun in the winter, we call it a snow globe home and no air conditioning required in the summer. Walk out the door and you are on the trail to more adventures, forest service land and four wheeling trails are right outside . The very popular St. Mary's hiking trailhead is nearby. We are THE destination place for ruby throat and rufus hummingbirds, "Hummingbird happy hour at the Clark's". They have moved on but we know they will be back mid May We built this home in 2005 designed for the extreme environment of life above 10,000 ft. Four wheel drive vehicle required in the winter.
This property has three security cameras. Two on the front porch to keep track of guest coming and going and to check on snow levels. The other is in the mechanical room pointed at the boiler and the sewage lift station. The sound is turned off of course. We have also installed a battery back up system that will prevent any loss of data while working on your computer. We have Broadband internet service.

We look forward to hosting your next getaway.
There is a $50.00 per pet fee for pets.

Glenn and Sarah Clark

Property manager

Richard
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
$25 each pet
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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 security system

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Idaho Springs

Located in Idaho Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Teller House and Phoenix Gold Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Amaze'n Maze Winter Park and Alpine Slide. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Idaho Springs, CO

What's nearby

  • Saint Mary's Glacier - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Georgetown Lake - 31 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Ameristar Casino Black Hawk - 37 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Torreys Peak - 51 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Winter Park Ski Resort - 62 min drive - 61.9 km

Getting around

  • Winter Park Ski Resort Amtrak Station - 65 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Dairy King - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Xpress Coffee Company - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Empire's Edge Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful view 2 miles above sea level pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful view 2 miles above sea level?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful view 2 miles above sea level?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful view 2 miles above sea level located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Saint Mary's Glacier and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Yankee Hill. Dostal Alley Brewpub & Casino and Johnny Z's Casino are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Great and restful landing place near St. Mary’s Glacier

We very much enjoyed our stay. The house is cozy, the hot tub and giant bathtub were very nice and relaxing. The views that you wake up to in the morning were absolutely stunning. The game room was also a nice addition. It was very quiet, we enjoyed reading on the deck And relaxing. The kitchen was well equipped and everything was easy in terms of check in and communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

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

Great place and great hosts

Hosts were very inviting and welcoming. House was clean and enjoyable and had amazing views.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

Perfect place to unplug

We wanted a place to get away from it all. We were able to enjoy snow falling, puzzle building, a warm wood fire and the bonus hot tub. It was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy P.

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

Fun at 10,000' altitude

We had a nice time. High up in the mountains
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra G.

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

Great place!

Great remote location, very peaceful area. The deck is a great place to sit and relax, and watch the hummingbirds. The hummingbirds were impressive! Be ready for a lot of gravel switchbacks getting to this gem in the wilderness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Colorado

We had a nice time. House was clean and nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory D.

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

Beautiful

We were there during a bit of a snow storm, and while a little difficult to reach during that storm, it was still a beautiful stay and everything was clean, and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

D.N B.

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

Beautiful views

Mountain views, hummingbirds at your bedroom window, easy access to walking and 4x4 trails. Dog friendly. Amazing location! I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

Beautiful location

My husband and I loved how close we were to the St. Mary's trailhead. House was lovely and well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

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

Fantastic views

We really enjoyed this beautiful property. Nestled high up in the mountains, we truly felt like we got a real mountain experience. The views out the windows were spectacular and we even had three moose wander through the property one afternoon. Thank you for the hospitality-we really appreciated it!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Mountain getaway

Great views, close to trail, fun games and relaxing. A bit hard to find due to missing street signs for final two roads, but worth it. Map it ahead of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edith G.

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

Beautiful Mountain House

Loved the location: away from the crowds, hiking trails to Loch Lomond and reservoirs are in the neighborhood (definitely need 4 wheel drive for those roads to the trails), close enough to Mt. Evans and national forests. Went to sleep to a panorama of stars from the bedroom window and woke up to feeders full of humming birds and a view of snow covered mountains. Priced very reasonably for all it came with! Our family enjoyed shooting pool and playing the games supplied in the evenings. The kitchen was well supplied for cooking for a family.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

yvonne h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

overall amazing

The house is located in a very nice location in the Mts outside of Id Springs. We had snow and a lot of winds which we played a lot in with the dog! The only complaint was it had not been cleaned very well before we arrived, we needed to wash sheets, clean a shower and the upstairs couch had been used by an animal maybe a cat, as a litter box, however the overall experience was wonderful and the location and sunrises can not be beat, as that is why I still gave the property a 3, the owner is very reachable and responsive!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Shaunna M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Didn't even get to stay

Apparently the owner had his account set to automatically book and didn't know it so he didn't know that I had booked the cabin so it wasn't clean and ready from the last people. I got there and it felt like I had surprised someone by opening the door because there was still mail on the table, a cup of tea and some food on the counter and towels on the bathroom floor. I was freaked out and had no way to contact the owner because their info wasn't shared online so I could only reply to my confirmation email to ask what happened. Unfortunately, I ended up driving all the way back home and it was 9 pm before someone contacted me to let me know about the error and to ask if I wanted to go back. Nope. I was so scared when I got there because I honestly thought there was a squatter or someone there and it freaked me out. I took a couple of pictures and got the heck out. I was told my reservation would be cancelled and would get a full refund. I hope so.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Perfect Remote Cabin in the Mountains

We loved how easy it was to arrive and get settled. Loved the remoteness and the hike to St. Mary’s Glacier. Price was great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Richard

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Glenn and Sarah Clark, married in 1997, that was the beginning of this adventure for us. Glenn moved me and my two children to Colorado. We moved into this small cabin in Evergreen. Glenn has been a master wood worker all his life and was finishing a spec house in Evergreen. After finishing that house we took off for a few months to get the family established in the mountains. Then we started working. We are both very hard . working , ethically minded individuals so together we were dynamite. In 2000 we purchased our first properties in the St Mary's subdivision. We began work on a spec house and soon realized we loved this place, as we continued working on the house we decided we would put both our houses on the market and we would live in the one that didn't sell. Of course the cute little cabin with walls in Evergreen sold at a nice profit and we were in the circumstance of needing a place to stay while we finished the house. It was February and Glenn said "We will get a motor home", this was before reality TV and tiny houses but we way ahead of things. We finished that beautiful house and another one on Texas Drive.. We built this house in 2005 and found ourselves with two house in 2008 and it was really hard on us. The housing market was awful and no prospects of selling so Glenn said " We'll make the Texas Drive house a vacation rental". No one else was doing vacation rentals at St Mary's at the time and guess what? It was a good idea> We did VRBO for four years and eventually sold the house. Glenn became a luthier and we enjoyed our life. A couple of years ago we decide we wanted to move to town so we came back to the VRBO idea.

Why they chose this property

There are 5 Clark houses on the mountain plus some remodels, Glenn is truly a gifted woodworker and his passion for build is evident in this house. WE explore the thingness and no-thingness of empty space. Pets are OK, We are 420 friendly, no tobacco smoke in the house. We are just getting this house on line for rentals so we will be making improvements continuously, The trails are right out the door, snow a pair of snow shoes is available. We are at the end of the subdivision and the road to the James Peak 'Wilderness, very private and safe.

What makes this property unique

Pool table
Outstanding views
Top of the world experience

Premier Host

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