Dark Sky Views - Firepit - Sauna - Grill - Fishing

Summary:

Our cabin is nestled on an acre near Pikes National Forest with access to fishing, hiking & adventure all around. With all the amenities, 45min to Colorado Springs, 10 min to the S. Platte River Dream Stream, world class fishing, Mueller State Park, Pike's Peak & ATV-ing. A tranquil location in the woods w/ incredible views of the Milky Way, evening fires outdoors, great times w/ friends on the deck, hot coffee, wildlife, relaxation in the sauna, you’re sure to unwind from the daily grind.



The Space:

We proudly and directly manage a 5-star cleaning team that has been thoroughly coached in disinfection and sanitation following CDC guidelines. All touch points, surfaces, kitchenware, and linens, including upholstery, are being disinfected and sanitized on a routine basis. Our guests' health and safety are our top priority.



Our cabin is perfectly nestled amongst the trees in Florissant Colorado, yet convenient to all the adventure you can dream of. Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, less than 3 miles away, has been named an International Dark Sky Park, so you can enjoy stellar views of the Milky Way. Sit in the cedarwood sauna to jumpstart your day, soak up the Colorado sunshine while grilling, dining, and relaxing on the deck after your adventures. We have prepared this space with you in mind, so you will have the most amazing stay possible. Thank you for allowing us to host you!



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The Great Outdoors

The cabin sits on a large property with seemingly endless activities to keep you entertained. There is a wood firepit and chairs, and there are yard games like frisbee golf, yard dice, and giant jenga. There is a large deck wrapped in string lights with a grill, rustic picnic table for outdoor dining, and a patio furniture set. There is a gorgeous cedar barrel sauna for relaxing.

The Joe Wilson Reservoir is currently closed to guests, but there are miles of BLM hiking through the unmarked entrance at the back of the lake towards the inlet (hike at your own risk). Other nearby attractions include Elevenmile Canyon and Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George, Tarryall Mountains, Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Mueller State Park, Raspberry Mountain, Pikes Peak, and many more!



Business Travelers

Working remotely is a new way of life for some. We’ve kept this in mind for those who are traveling for work. Enjoy the ease of keyless entry, fast Wi-Fi, there is a desk and chair in the master bedroom with nature views through expansive windows. There are ample power outlets, USB charging ports for connecting devices, and an Alexa smart speaker for playing music or asking questions about the local area.



Kiddos

For those traveling with little ones, we've got a pack n play, highchair, baby bath, baby monitor set. There is a retractable baby gate installed at the bottom of the stairs, and there are children’s plates, bowls, cups, and silverware.



Living Room

Kick back on the comfortable leather sofa with chaise lounge while enjoying your favorite shows on the 65” Smart TV with streaming apps so you can login to your accounts. We provide complimentary Hulu for you to enjoy, and the TV has Samsung TV Plus which is a streaming service with live TV channels like cable.



Kitchen

The chef in your group will be thrilled to prepare some meals in the fully loaded kitchen. There is a stainless-steel fridge, 5 burner electric range and oven, microwave, toaster, blender, mixer, rice cooker and waffle maker.

There is a standard drip coffee make, as well as a French press, stovetop espresso maker, and a milk frother, and we provide coffee, tea, creamer, sugar, sugar-free sweetener, and a few complimentary snacks.

There are pots, pans, bakeware, baking sheets, mixing bowls, knives, cutting boards, strainers, measuring cups, measuring spoons, a mixing spoon, slotted spoon, spatula, tongs, a masher, peeler, grater, pizza cutter, ice cream scoop, oven mitts, kitchen towels, a can opener, bottle opener, and a wine opener. There are tools for the grill and toasting forks for roasting marshmallows by the fire.

There are plates, bowls, silverware, placemats, coffee mugs, water glasses, wine glasses, and beer glasses. There are children’s plates, bowls, cups, and silverware for your little ones.

There are some basic cleaning supplies such as all-purpose cleaning spray, sponges, hand soap, dish soap, and extra trash bags. There is a broom and dustpan, mop and bucket, and a vacuum. There is a fire extinguisher and first aid kit onsite as well.



Bedrooms

There are 2 bedrooms in the cabin. They both feature super comfortable beds with brand new mattresses, high quality bedding, plenty of pillows and we provide fresh linens for your comfort.

The master bedroom is upstairs and overlooks the main space. It has a king bed, nightstands with lamps, a sound machine, and a wall-mounted Roku TV with apps like Hulu and Netflix. There is a desk and chair against the railing with nature views out the expansive windows. There is a closet with a dresser, hangers for your clothes, a hamper, and a safe. There are also robes and towels for use with the sauna. The master also has a cozy nook with two armchairs, several live-edge shelves with a selection of books, games, and vintage décor, and there is a coffee tray with a coffee maker and fixings for enjoying your first morning cup.

The downstairs bedroom has a queen bed, nightstands with lamps, a mirror, and a few books on the shelves in the corner. There are robes and towels for use with the sauna.



Laundry Room

There is an updated washer and dryer onsite, and we provide a few complimentary laundry pods. There is an iron and ironing board available as well.



Bathroom

The bathroom is sparkling clean and has a full-size tub with shower, and we provide fresh towels, washcloths, hand towels, makeup cloths and spa quality shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. We also provide hand soap, cotton swabs, cotton balls, a few extra rolls of toilet paper, and a hair dryer.



House Manual

There is a detailed house manual with everything that you could ever possibly need to know about the space and the local area, including Wi-Fi information, device instructions, a parking diagram, restaurant and attraction recommendations, food delivery options, childcare recommendations, grocery/pharmacies nearby and emergency contact information.



Pets

This is a dog-friendly listing for up to two approved dogs. Please message us before booking to confirm your dogs qualify.

There is a $100 pet cleaning fee per dog, which helps compensate our housekeepers for the additional cleaning required after pet stays.

When booking with two dogs, the first pet fee is charged automatically. We will manually process the second pet cleaning fee after booking.

Guests are responsible for any pet damage or excessive cleaning beyond standard pet cleaning.



Guest Access:

Guests will have exclusive access to the entire property including the cabin, driveway parking for four, sauna (with signing of liability waiver), back porch, fire pit area and spacious backyard frisbee golf and horse shoe pit.



The Neighborhood:

This cabin is an absolute nature retreat just a few miles from restaurants and shopping. Minutes to National Monuments and National Forest. World class fishing and angling is nearby at public and state parks, plus miles of hiking.



Getting Around:

This cabin is in a rural area accessible by well-maintained unpaved roads. Soak in the peace and quiet and see the wildlife. It is central to numerous Colorado outdoor attractions and state parks. It is about a 45 minute drive to Colorado Springs where you will find every store imaginable if something is needed, and it is a 15 minute drive to Woodland Park where you will find grocery stores and Walmart. Due to its rural location, you will not find public transportation and getting an Uber/Lyft could be difficult. You will find plenty of hiking, fishing, hunting, snowshoeing and many other outdoor activities.