Jefferson house rental - Seclusion in 2 acres of pines and aspens!
Seclusion in 2 acres of pines and aspens!
 
Jefferson house rental - Seclusion in 2 acres of pines and aspens!

Seclusion in 2 acres of pines and aspens!

180 degree panoramic views of the Continental Divide and Kenosha Mountains

180 degree panoramic views of the Continental Divide and Kenosha Mountains

Watch DVDs in front of the stone gas fireplace on cozy couches, or take a nap!!

Watch DVDs in front of the stone gas fireplace on cozy couches, or take a nap!!

Gourmet kitchen, breakfast bar, and dining table which seats up to 6 people.

Gourmet kitchen, breakfast bar, and dining table which seats up to 6 people.

Incredible mountain views out the 20 foot wall of windows! Wow!

Incredible mountain views out the 20 foot wall of windows! Wow!

Living room view from upstairs loft.

Living room view from upstairs loft.

Great master suite with awesome views of the Kenosha Mountains.

Great master suite with awesome views of the Kenosha Mountains.

Family fun in the loft with full size sleeper sofa and Lazy Boy recliner.

Family fun in the loft with full size sleeper sofa and Lazy Boy recliner.

Bring your laptop or iPad - Wireless internet, printer/scanner here.

Bring your laptop or iPad - Wireless internet, printer/scanner here.

Bath with lots of granite, tile & a great hot shower!

Bath with lots of granite, tile & a great hot shower!

Kenosha mountains views from the deck and master suite

Kenosha mountains views from the deck and master suite

Five hundred square foot wrap around deck

Five hundred square foot wrap around deck

Splendor above the pines and aspens!

Splendor above the pines and aspens!

Lunch beckons on the deck w/ 360 degree views making for an unforgettable time.

Lunch beckons on the deck w/ 360 degree views making for an unforgettable time.

Hitch a ride to our cabin (in the trees behind authentic stage coach wagon).

Hitch a ride to our cabin (in the trees behind authentic stage coach wagon).

Continental Divide views ascending Indian Mountain. Cabin in the distance.

Continental Divide views ascending Indian Mountain. Cabin in the distance.

Sunset views of the Continental Divide from inside the cabin!

Sunset views of the Continental Divide from inside the cabin!

Deer grazing over the hill from the cabin.

Deer grazing over the hill from the cabin.

Quite a view from our street, isn't it?

Quite a view from our street, isn't it?

Walking the neighborhood - unending views!

Walking the neighborhood - unending views!

Local history on Tarryall Resevoir road on the way to Jefferson.

Local history on Tarryall Resevoir road on the way to Jefferson.

Colorado Trail (and hundreds of hiking trails) abound nearby.

Colorado Trail (and hundreds of hiking trails) abound nearby.

Jefferson Lake, a short, scenic drive to the Continental Divide.

Jefferson Lake, a short, scenic drive to the Continental Divide.

Horse back riding nearby at the Lost Creek Wilderness area.

Horse back riding nearby at the Lost Creek Wilderness area.

  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps6
  • 1 Bathroom
Minimum Stay 2 - 6 nights
 

Photos and Description of the Jefferson vacation house rental
2 bedrooms, plus loft, 1 full bathroom, sleeps up to six people

This quintessential Colorado mountain house getaway is secluded, yet near lots of attractions. Just what you've been looking for and VERY reasonably priced, our home is located just 1 3/4 hours from Denver or Colorado Springs. Hike, bike, fish, or sight see, and return to your cozy mountain cabin with all the comforts of home. Enjoy unprecedented peace, quiet and 180 degree views of the snow-capped Rockies, meadows, trees and rock outcroppings from the 20 foot wall of windows or loft. Look for antelope, deer, elk, golden eagles, owl and bear from the wrap around 500 square foot deck.

The home sits on two heavily wooded acres, has a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and Aspen tongue and groove ceilings. Two bedrooms offer queen beds with a full size sleeper sofa in the loft. Stay connected with wireless satellite Internet, play games from the game chest, or enjoy movies on the DVD Player/36' TV. Chef's kitchen is fully equipped for cooking or baking, and there is a gas BBQ on the deck for evening cookouts. Leave refreshed, relaxed and recharged!

Come relax, recharge, and enjoy nature and the outdoors. Enjoy a multitude of attractions in the area, with just a short ride home to the peace and quiet of your exclusive and private mountain retreat. Minutes away you can hike or mountain bike the Pike National Forest at Kenosha Pass, go trekking through the Lost Park Wilderness Area or along the Colorado Trail nearby, go 4-wheeling over Mosquito Pass (the old Stagecoach route to Leadville), Georgia Pass or Boreas Pass (the old railroad route to Breckenridge), or enjoy horseback riding.

In winter, you can cross Hoosier Pass and ski at Breckenridge or Keystone, or stay on 285 and ski at the moderately priced, less used Monarch ski resort on Monarch Pass. Lots of great winter activities in Breckenridge too including an ice skating rink and hot chocolate sleigh rides in Frisco. They also have two Nordic lodges in Breckenridge and Frisco where you can cross country ski on groomed trails. Alternatively, just rent the skis in Fairplay and do it outside your door from the cabin!

Nearby Sites and Attractions: * Fishing … 5 area lakes and public river a short drive away:

* Como Historic Railroad District … 10 min. NW

* Fairplay/Southpark … Historic Mining Town - 20 min. NW

* Breckenridge ... SKI, snowboard, fish, ride - 50 min. NW

* Keystone … SKI, snowboard, mountain bike – 1 hour NW

* Georgetown ... restored Victorian village/railroad - 50 min. NE

* Cripple Creek ... gold mining, gambling - 1 hour SE

* Buena Vista ... fishing, raft the Arkansas River - 50 min. SW

* Salida ... fishing, hiking, Jeep 4WD, rafting - 1 1/4 hour SW

* Canon City ... home of the ROYAL GORGE - 1 3/4 hours S

* Manitou Springs ... Cave of the Winds, Pikes Peak - 1 hour SE

* Colorado Springs ... Garden of the Gods, Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun, Pikes Peak, USAF Academy - 1 1/2 hours SE

* Denver ... shopping, theaters, sports, amusements parks -1 1/2 hours NE

* DEN (DIA) Airport– 2 hours E

* COS Airport – 2 ¼ hours SE

Other services: We strive to make your stay a pleasant and memorable one. If you have special needs or requests, please let us know so that we may try to accommodate them. We want you to feel at home and enjoy your stay.

We can help you to arrange your air transportation to Colorado or your rental car needs once you are here. With over 25 years of combined service in the travel and transportation industry, we know what people look for in a vacation -Service, Convenience, and Value. We offer all three! Try us out and see what we mean......

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About Gary Emig

We love to travel when we aren't working on real estate in the Denver area. David is a real estate agent, and Gary helps to manage the fix 'n flip business and rentals.

Gary Emig purchased this house in 2007
Why Gary Emig chose Jefferson

We enjoy getting away to the beauty, clean air and serenity of the mountains as a break from our hectic lives. Our cabin is the perfect getaway from it all, yet still affords us many activites to get outdoors to enjoy nature's beauty.

What makes this house unique

Surreal views from every window and deck - it honestly feels like you are watching a movie in 3D! This even applies at night. When you go outside, it feels like you are in a planetarium since there is no ambient light from anywhere. You can see across the stars and galaxies and realize what a small a place our Earth is in the whole universe!

46 Reviews of Property 173494 in Jefferson, Colorado

Private Mtn Home; 2 Hrs to DEN/COS; Views, views, views!
average rating of 5.0 based on 46 reviews
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Private Mtn Home; 2 Hrs to DEN/COS; Views, views, views!
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Singapore
5

Nothing beats this...

5 of 5
Submitted: December 2, 2009 Stayed: November 2009
We really couldn't ask for more ! Gary and David were exceptional in attending to every detail and making us feel comfortable. From the tips of where to explore, to the delicious brownies that greeted us, and the millions and millions of stars in the sky - it was certainly a God-send vacation. The home was cozy, clean and had absolutely everything we needed including games, DVDs and a good stock of books. It was great ! We cooked every night, and was the perfect ambience to connect and laugh as a family.

For my girls aged 5 and 8, the sleds Gary left for us to use simply made their holiday. We took them to nearby Indian Mountain, and the park in Breckenridge to sled. Centrally located, we also did drives to Buena Vista, Royal Gorge in Canon City, Denver, the Florissant Fossil Beds and ski resorts of Keystone and Dillon and still had time to get back to admire sunset at 430pm at the house. Away from it all, it was amazing to be immersed amid nature and the alpines. The drives back to the house to and from our excursions never failed to take my breath away. The vistas were simply awesome.

Thank you for the memories Gary and David ! It really wouldn't have been the same if we had opted for yet another chain hotel or resort.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks Louisa and Jay. We are sincerely glad that we were able to make the stay for you and your family a spectacular one on so many fronts. We hope to see you again soon!
Helpful votes: 4/5
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Private Mtn Home; 2 Hrs to DEN/COS; Views, views, views!
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Jefferson South Central Colorado
5

Blown Away...

5 of 5
Submitted: April 15, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
We had been looking forward to our Colorado trip for months (talking about it for years) and halfway expected it not to live up to our expectations, but we couldn't have been more mistaken. We were blown away by how perfect the house was from the minute we pulled into the drive. It only got better once we walked through the door. The house is just beautiful and so clean and well-kept. Gary and David have truly thought of everything and really have provided all the comforts of home. Everything was perfect and we couldn't have asked for more. We've both been somewhat depressed after returning home and are already planning our return trip - hopefully in the late summer or early fall. I'm back to work today and thinking how last week at this time we were at the cabin watching a herd of elk in the distance while eating lunch in the dining room; hence, the depression. Thank you for everything - we couldn't have asked for more!

Dave and Kelly
Kansas City, Missouri
Owner's Response: Dave and Kelly, we are so glad that you that you were blown away during your stay. We strive to make our guests feel as if they were in their own home, and we let nature take care of the rest. We also have been able to see deer, and bear from our home and deck. It's almost like you are in a reverse zoo looking out!

We look forward to your fall return, and hope that the changing aspens and clean, crisp air will blow you away again. Thanks for your stay!
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Jefferson South Central Colorado
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5

We loved it!

5 of 5
Submitted: February 24, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
We had a great experience with this property and the owner. We needed to book the cabin on short notice. Gary was very accommodating and made the booking process extremely easy on our end. This was a great mountain retreat to just get out of Denver for the weekend. The views from the kitchen, living room, and patio were amazing. Very private and quiet. Lost Creek Wilderness is just minutes away. We are big outdoor enthusiasts and found miles of trails to hike and mountains of rock to climb. Great scrambling up the huge rock formations with incredible views, We will definitely be back to this property. Thanks again Gary!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: We are glad we were able to accommodate you on short notice Jon. Being able to accept credit cards greatly helps with our last minute bookings. We are also glad you enjoyed the peace, quiet, and spectacular views of the home. Yes, the are literally hundreds of hikes and trails in the area to enjoy - a new one for every day that you are there! We hope to see you again soon to enjoy the beauty of the mountains and the serenity of the cabin. Thank you for your stay.
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Jefferson South Central Colorado
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Break from the Texas heat for the changing aspens!

Submitted: December 23, 2012 Stayed: September 2012
From our guestbook: "Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin with us! The views, the brownies, the cookies, and the setting were all amazing. Gary, we are fortunate to have met you when we arrived on Sunday! We were fortunate to arrive when all of the trees changed colors as well. The aspens were gorgeous. The cool temperatures were a wonderful break from the Texas heat. We even got to see snow fall at some of the higher elevations. On our first full day, we drove up to Breckenridge via Boreas Pass - Beautiful! On day two, we hiked up Indian Mountain and enjoyed some views of the valley. We were very impressed with that trail. On day three we trekked west on the Colorado Trail and were treated to some amazing color in the aspen groves. All highly recommended trips! Thanks again for this amazing opportunity. The whole family loved the experience."
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Private Mtn Home; 2 Hrs to DEN/COS; Views, views, views!
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Jefferson South Central Colorado
5

Everything Was Great!

5 of 5
Submitted: September 14, 2012 Stayed: September 2012
Before we got married, I told my husband to plan our honeymoon for us, and he did a wonderful job. I suggested a cabin in the mountains because it sounded like a nice idea. A nice idea is an understatement for how great this cabin was. My husband told me how nice the owners were and that was confirmed when there was a plate of brownies waiting for us when we walked in. The cabin is very well furnished and has the feeling of home. We were instantly comfortable there and pretty much stayed inside the whole time. When we did go out, we saw the beautiful sunsets, the amazing views, and star gazing was the best. The surrounding area is nice to explore as well. We are already planning our first anniversary to be at the cabin because we want to recreate the wonderful time we had there. I would recommend this place to any family or couple looking for a quiet getaway.
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Private Mtn Home; 2 Hrs to DEN/COS; Views, views, views!
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Jefferson South Central Colorado
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A Wonderful Week on the Mountain!

Submitted: August 20, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
From our guest book: "Once again a wonderful week on the mountain!! Thanks for sharing the comforts of your home and the views - a peaceful, relaxing time.

This was a special week for us - Tim's beginning of retirement from the USPS after 26 years - AND our 35th wedding anniversary. The cookies were terrific. Thanks.

May you continue to open your home to those of us who haven't made it out here to live - YET...."
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Jefferson South Central Colorado
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Much needed break from city life!

Submitted: August 20, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
From our guestbook: "Thank you so much for renting us your cabin. It provided a much needed break from city life. The cabin was beautiful, the views were gorgeous, and the silence was surreal, but welcome. Here's a quick agenda of what we did:

Day 1 - Flew into Denver, explored the city, drove to the cabin. I proposed to Larissa on the deck, and spent the night reading by the fireplace.
Day 2 - Breakfast & lounged at the cabin, went to a concert at Red Rocks.
Day 3 - Breakfast & morning run through the "neighborhood" road tripped through the mountains, hiked at Eleven Mile State Park.
Day 4 - Explored Breckenridge, spent the evening relaxing.
Day 5 - Early breakfast, packed, off to Denver

Thanks again!"
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Jefferson South Central Colorado
5

AMAZING!

5 of 5
Submitted: August 6, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
Amazing mountain views! You feel like you are in the comfort of your own home with the luxury of a high end hotel. Owners make their guests feel perfectly welcome in their mountain home. It was great waking every morning to the beautiful scenery. Temps were in the 40's every morning. Perfect! Would definitely recommend this property to friends/family. Owners have great attention to detail. Homemade brownies and banana bread on arrival was a very thoughtful touch. Thanks for offering your place and making our vacation to Colorado very memorable.
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Private Mtn Home; 2 Hrs to DEN/COS; Views, views, views!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p173494
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Jefferson South Central Colorado
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Little Piece of Paradise

Submitted: July 22, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
From our guestbook -

Thank you gentlemen for sharing your little piece of paradise with Matthew and myself during these nine terrific days in June. Thank you both for your hospitality.

Though we came to Colorado for a change of scenery during a normal work week, we are leaving here with our hearts enlarged for this beautiful state. You guys have provided us a small view into grandeur of all that Colorado consists.

We pray we have the opportunity to visit many more times perhaps even residing here one day.

Thank you again and may God bless your lives with His abounding grace and for all those who enter the doors of this beautiful home.
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Private Mtn Home; 2 Hrs to DEN/COS; Views, views, views!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p173494
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Jefferson South Central Colorado
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Great Fondness

Submitted: July 22, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
From our guestbook -

Thank you for a wonderful visit. Your cabin is beautiful. We had great family moments and will remember everything with great fondness. Hiking, white water rafting, the rain, family games!