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West living room, with big screen TV, books, games, and family movie night!

Large spacious kitchen, great natural light, opens to dining room & kitchenette

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9.8

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Boulder, CO

University of Colorado Boulder6 min drive
Folsom Field7 min drive
Chautauqua Park7 min drive
Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)15 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Our visit was so relaxing in this very clean and peaceful house. Bedrooms were comfortable, kitchen was well stocked, an...

Bonnie L.

Mar 14, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

July Discount Gorgeous Modern Home and Gardens, Hot Tub, close to Hiking Trails

A beautifully fully remodeled modern zen retreat home in Boulder. Just a few blocks from spectacular mountain trails. The home was redesigned by an interior designer and an artist. It is beautifully decorated with an open floor plan and lots of light. The large living room has floor to ceiling windows and french doors that open to the flagstone patio and zen garden with water feature, and brand new hot tub. The ultimate in indoor/outdoor living. With 4 bedrooms and 3 baths it comfortably sleeps 7. Large spacious remodeled kitchen, with solid surface countertops and high end stainless steel appliances. The kitchen was designed for entertaining and large family gatherings, with custom built maple breakfast nook with granite table. The beautiful dining room with skylight and french doors that open to the front patio.
Boulder is voted the best town in the US to live in, known for being eco-friendly with excellent mountain biking and hiking trails in the foothills of the mountains with open space surrounding the town. Boulder has great shopping, excellent restaurants, a lively college town feel, no matter what time of year, it is an excellent location to visit. Our home is close to CU Campus and a short drive to the Boulder Pearl Street Mall. The home is a 40 minutes to great skiing at Eldora Ski Area. We're a long time Boulder family and our home is truly a retreat for the soul. Occupants are limited to four unrelated or a family of seven. City of Boulder RHL #2016-00843
We are currently implementing enhanced cleaning and safety measures in response to Covid -19 at our property. Our property is being professionally cleaned with disinfectant following a Covid cleaning protocol.

Property manager

Jewel Lauer

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Please contact owner to discuss parties/events

Pets

No pets allowed

Please contact owner to discuss pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Smoking

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

Note from host: Please contact owner to discuss parties/events

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Boulder

This holiday home is located in South Boulder, a neighbourhood in Boulder, and is in the mountains. National Center for Atmospheric Research and Fiske Planetarium are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Pearl Street Mall and Twenty Ninth Street. Travelling with kids? Consider Sommer Bausch Observatory, or check out an event or a game at Folsom Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Boulder, CO

What's nearby

University of Colorado Boulder - 6 min drive
Folsom Field - 7 min drive
Chautauqua Park - 7 min drive
Pearl Street Mall - 8 min drive
Flatirons - 8 min drive

Getting around

Northglenn & 112th Station - 27 min drive
Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
‪World Famous Dark Horse Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
‪Cosmo's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is July Discount Gorgeous Modern Home and Gardens, Hot Tub, close to Hiking Trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at July Discount Gorgeous Modern Home and Gardens, Hot Tub, close to Hiking Trails ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at July Discount Gorgeous Modern Home and Gardens, Hot Tub, close to Hiking Trails ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is July Discount Gorgeous Modern Home and Gardens, Hot Tub, close to Hiking Trails located?

This family-friendly Boulder holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of National Center for Atmospheric Research and University of Colorado Boulder. Fiske Planetarium and Sommer Bausch Observatory are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

15 May 2024

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

Graduation weekend

Beautiful property and great location. Several seating areas for everyone to spread out. Bathroom downstairs is tight but manageable for most. If not ,it is nice that another full bath is on the middle level. More steps then I realized from reading the listing which is good to know when having older relatives but the railings on the steps really helped. We really enjoyed our stay and your beautiful home.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L., Iowa City

14 Mar 2024

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

A peaceful escape

Our visit was so relaxing in this very clean and peaceful house. Bedrooms were comfortable, kitchen was well stocked, and bathrooms were clean. We enjoyed the zen-like feng shui of this home. Perfect location to hiking and the university. We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

30 Jan 2024

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

Wonderful time

It was a wonderful retreat Love boulder and a great place to stay 😊

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir I.

12 Jan 2024

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

Boulder gem

Very nice property in good neighborhood, close to hiking trails but also downtown Boulder; definitely recommended. Communication with owner very good, precise and useful - we had very nice family time.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

2 Jan 2024

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

Wonderful Boulder Getaway

This was a wonderful property to stay at with my family over the holidays! The house is beautiful and spotless, with plenty of room to relax and all the comforts of home (and then some!). The kitchen was great and we were able to make a variety of holiday meals. The neighborhood is very quiet and convenient, and close to both downtown Boulder and wonderful hiking options. Would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

3 Dec 2023

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

Beautiful home

Extended family needed a central location to stay in Boulder to be with a dying family member. Jewel and her husband were so kind and flexible with us. It was a beautiful home for everyone to stay, and such a nice neighborhood (also loved having the hot tub access).

Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joey R.

15 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful experience!

The house is fabulous, close to campus and Pearl Street. Wonderful experience!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

18 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful home

We had a great stay here. The backyard is tranquil and private, and the house is close to many trailheads and downtown Boulder. Great location. We appreciated all the indoor plants too.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

16 Aug 2023

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

Lovely stay!

House very clean and comfortable. Peaceful back yard. Neighborhood very quiet. Easy access to local shopping and restaurants. Quick drive into central Boulder. IMO not suitable for young children due to art pieces and live plants. Might be difficult for someone with mobility issues are there are several stairs and uneven stepping stones.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B., Jefferson City, Missouri

23 July 2023

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

Boulder Bliss

My husband and I just completed our week-long stay at the ‘Zen Retreat.’ We definitely found this home to meet nearly all of our vacation needs: the open layout was wonderful; the kitchen was well-stocked and spacious for cooking; the bedrooms and bathrooms were super comfy and more than adequate; and the backyard oasis with hammock and water feature was THE perfect spot for calm relaxation any time of day. Although temperatures were higher than average for a Boulder summer during our stay, we found the cooling system to work very well and enjoyed sleeping with the cool temps overnight and windows open. We also greatly benefited from the location close to several grocery stores and easy access to bike & hiking trails. Unfortunately, the hot tub was not working due to a malfunction and missing part that needed to be re-ordered and installed. This was a major disappointment as a hot tub is a must-have for us when hiking and choosing a rental. However, Jewel was incredibly communicative throughout our stay, keeping us updated on the repairs, and she arranged for free passes at a nearby fitness club with a hot tub. We sincerely appreciated the effort to rectify the problem and to provide an alternative. No doubt they will have it back up and running soon! It is clear Jewel & Gregg have put a ton of thought and care into the decor of their home and it truly shows. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at their beautiful property and will look back fondly on our trip to Boulder!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

10 July 2023

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

Beautiful home and great host!!!

Jewell is the best host I have ever dealt with! She was very quick to respond with any questions. This property is absolutely beautiful and we had plenty of space to hang out with a family of 7!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

21 May 2023

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

CU Boulder Graduation

Lovely home, very relaxing and close to CU Boulder. o Owners were very responsive to our few issues, and we would absolutely recommend this home to others.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

11 Apr 2023

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

Comfortable and relaxing

Had everything we needed to enjoy a girls weekend in Boulder. Pretty landscape all around the area. Great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin B., flagstaff Az

27 Dec 2022

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

Relaxing

Beautiful home. Comfortable place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chantel B., San Francisco

9 Jan 2022

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

We loved our stay here in this truly zen retreat !

This was a beautiful home. Cozy spaces for our group of 6 to lounge and rest comfortably. The living room was my favorite place to hang. They have a beautiful gas fireplace that kept us cozy while we spent the cold days in and working on a puzzle. It’s just all around relaxing! Great big kitchen and table for creating and sharing meals together. We will def come back to this home if available for our next family visit. Thanks Jewel !

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark s.

2 Jan 2022

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

Boulder home

This is a lovely home in a wonderful location and Jewel and Gregg were readily available and invested in making our stay as pleasurable as possible.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pati F., Lancaster, Pa

29 Aug 2021

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

wonderful stay

we spent a few weeks at this beautiful home and would go back again! The home is very well stocked, decorated and restful. there is nothing about the home I would change. The yard is so beautiful and relaxing. Thank you for a wonderful Stay!

Stayed 46 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristine K.

31 Oct 2020

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

Great Visit

I enjoyed my stay here. It’s a beautiful home, and lovely backyard. Convenient location to hiking and downtown Boulder. I’d definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tonia J.

9 Aug 2020

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

Peaceful long weekend

Beautiful home with a peaceful feel in a nice neighborhood. We enjoyed spending time in the backyard, which was filled with plants, trees, sculptures, and visiting birds. The nearby Bear Creek hiking trail was convenient, and fun for myself & pooches. The home was clean, comfortable, and communication with owners quick and easy.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chelisa V., Pasadena, California

9 Feb 2020

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

Great quiet home!

We stayed at this cute home for CU Family Weekend with our daughter! Location was a bit away from downtown/campus area but not a bad drive at all. 10-15 minutes. It was actually nice to be away from all the crazy. There was a grocery store down the street and a few restaurants as well. Kitchen - we cooked for my daughter while we were there. She wanted home cooked meals and stuff to freeze and take back to her apartment. So this worked out great. Had a nice breakfast nook and good size dining table. The one thing is they didn't have a microwave. Made it hard to heat stuff up. Other than that it was perfect. Family room - plenty of seating for all of us. Television had access to Netflix, which worked for us because we were very busy and didn't watch too much television. Bedrooms - all had nice comfortable beds. Outdoor - loved that they had a hot tub. It was a big hit with our family. Also the hammock and seating area with a BBQ. It was perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teri S.

22 Nov 2019

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

Early Thanksgiving in Boulder!

Since my son could not come home for Thanksgiving this year, we brought Thanksgiving to him! We had a lovely stay at the Zen Retreat Home. We prepared Thanksgiving dinner for six of us and found the kitchen to be well equipped with everything we needed. Bedding was very comfortable. We were a little disappointed that the jets were not working in the hot tub so we did not use it. But overall, we had a nice comfortable stay. Waking up our last morning with snow on the ground was an added bonus!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

marty b.

12 Aug 2019

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

We (7 family members) had the most incredible stay in this lovely. Restful n beautifully decorated

5 stars n would definitely stay again..

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori G., Washington, PA

8 Aug 2019

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

Outstanding Boulder Vacation

My family and I (five of us total) recently stayed in this beautiful south Boulder home. The location is excellent and the hosts were very accommodating. Since my husband and I were driving to Colorado from Pennsylvania, we needed flexibility with regard to our check-in time. Jewel and Gregg were very understanding and allowed us to check-in when we arrived (1 p.m. vs. the usual 3 p.m.). The home is exactly as pictured. We especially appreciated the effort made to make room for us - including space in the refrigerator and cabinets as well as in all of the bedrooms and the two bathrooms. The house has an open floor plan and provided many places for us to gather and visit. Both the house and the yard are well tended and nicely decorated. We have just one suggestion for the owners. A ceiling fan in the lower bedroom would be nice. While we were in Boulder, the weather was very hot. The two upstairs bedrooms have fans and they made sleeping very comfortable. The lower bedroom has no fan and the windows provide very little breeze. The addition of a fan would make that room more comfortable. Overall, we had a great time in Boulder and really enjoyed our home away from home. We highly recommend this property and would absolutely stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

21 July 2019

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

Wonderful home!

The Zen Retreat was the perfect "home away from home" during our recent stay in Boulder. The home is spacious, beautiful, and accommodated our needs perfectly. We loved the open feel of the home, especially the kitchen, living/family room area, and backyard. The backyard garden is a place of tranquility and beauty. The location couldn't have been better. It is close to everything we wanted to explore in the Boulder/Golden area: hiking trails, Holidaily Gluten Free Brewery, Folsum Field for concerts, and restaurants/shopping on Pearl St. in downtown Boulder. There are nearby grocery stores and restaurants just minutes away from the home. The owners left detailed instructions about the home and were quick to respond to any questions we had. We highly recommend the Zen Retreat and hope to return in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

22 May 2019

Another Wonderfully Zen Stay

This was our second stay at this house, having loved it so much on our previous trip. It's beautiful, with amazing art and house plants, and in a great location. We were a party of 3 adults and 2 kids and were very comfortable. We all slept wonderfully - a previously uncomfortable bed has been upgraded since our prior stay. We certainly recommend this house.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jewel Lauer

We are a long time Boulder family, my husband went to college at CU Boulder. We love Boulder, we never get bored living here, there is so much to do. We bought our home 23 years ago and have completely redesigned and remodeled every square inch of it, everyone who enters our home, comments on how beautiful it is and how wonderful it feels. We love to entertain and share our home with others. And, we love to travel where we have collected art from around the world. Our favorite things to do in Boulder are hike the beautiful trails and bike. In the summer we go camping and rafting.

Why they chose this property

If you are someone who appreciates beauty and an atmosphere of harmony our beautifully remodeled modern zen retreat home in Boulder is the place for you. Located just a few blocks from spectacular mountain trails and only minutes from downtown, it is the perfect choice for a family reunion, a couple's romantic getaway, visiting a son or daughter at CU, or a fun and festive summer or winter vacation. Our home is an interior designer and artist residence that is beautifully decorated and designed with an open floor plan, perfect for intimate gatherings or larger entertaining.