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Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails

Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails

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Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Balcony
Beach

Overview of Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails

8.4 out of 10 Very Good
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 61750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Boulder, CO
  • Popular LocationPearl Street Mall27 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Colorado Boulder28 min drive
  • Popular LocationFolsom Field32 min drive
  • AirportBroomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)40 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd floor Lakeview

1 Queen Bed

2nd floor Mountain View

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

1st floor 3rdBathrrom

Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor hallway

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor master

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails

It hardly gets any closer to both Boulder city and NatureRx driven lifestyle with our lake front cottage only 8 mi. up legendary Flagstaff mountain from historic Chautauqua National Historic Landmark and its world renown trails and canyons . Our cottage is a unique opportunity to experience the best of the great Colorado Outdoors! Faces Roosevelt National Forest and the Flagstaff mountain top gem of Gross Reservoir providing one of a kind views of both water & the surrounding foothills.

THE SPACE:
Home features a welcoming open floor plan, charming kitchen, dining area w/ those views! Sunken living room opens to large brick patio for indoor/outdoor living! Three bedrooms and a family room that can serve as a fourth sleeping area can accommodate up to ten guests in mountainside magic (6 guests are allowed w/ the reservation and extra guests are 50$ per guest per night). Charming cozy interiors with majestic views and a provide more than adequate space with our large lawn space and outdoor playground.

FIVE FAVORITE FEATURES:
Majestic views of mountains and lake make you feel you are a bird in a tree nest!
Walking down the hill in front of the house with inflatable paddle boards backpacks (we have two!) and launching right on the sandy shore!
Walking the many national forest and Boulder county trails around the house!
Family bonding in our therapeutic round jacuzzi under the stars!
Grilling your favorite meal on the large patio facing the lake!
Taking the kayak to the many inlets of the lake and the famous Forsythe Canyon Creek Falls (you can walk to them from the house as well along the perfect Forsythe Canyon Creek Trail)!
- yes, yes, yes!
A quick jaunt to the best shopping and restaurants in town just 15 minutes down a most spectacular mountain car ride! Going up and down Flagstaff mountain is not a drag but an awe like experience in itself!
*THREE NIGHTS MINIMUM RENTAL (INQUIRE FOR EXCEPTIONS)

Other things to note
*THREE NIGHTS MINIMUM RENTAL (INQUIRE FOR EXCEPTIONS)
PETS ALLOWED WITH PRIOR DISCUSSION WITH OWNER AT 50$ PER DAY PER PET
Parties and events allowed with extra event footprint fee depending on size
No shoes upstairs in carpeted areas
NOTE: This is my private residence and is decorated and set up accordingly. Guests can benefit from the extra personal touches and use of ample kitchenware and are invited to use what is in the pantry for spices and condiments. The home includes thousands of books and valuable art as well as a 40k piano that we respectfully ask guests are mindful about. Thank you!

Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
$50 per day per pet fee 10% discount weekly rental

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO PARTIES w/o APPROVAL; NO LOUD NOISE AFTER 9; GARBAGE PICK UP THUR 8AM-TAKE BEAR PROOF BIN TO START OF DRIVEWAY Internet: AFCA Password: afcanatura

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Boulder

Located in Boulder, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Pearl Street Mall and Twenty Ninth Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sawhill Ponds Trailhead and Eldorado Canyon State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Fiske Planetarium and Sommer Bausch Observatory. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Chautauqua Park - 26 min drive
  • Pearl Street Mall - 27 min drive
  • University of Colorado Boulder - 28 min drive
  • Boulder Theater - 28 min drive
  • Folsom Field - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Arvada Ridge Station - 52 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Sink - 26 min drive
  • Alpine Modern Cafe - 25 min drive
  • Coal Creek Coffee - 24 min drive
  • Wondervu Cafe - 26 min drive
  • Gaia Masala & Burger - 25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boulder Best City + Nature w/ Lake & USFS Trails located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Eldorado Canyon State Park, Flagstaff Mountain, and Flatirons. Fiske Planetarium and Sommer Bausch Observatory are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Adrian c.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
disappointing
Loved the location and the house had adequate room for my family. However, the photos in the listing of the interior are not current and do not reflect the "cluttered" state of the home, unrelenting (all night and weekend) noise from dam construction, cleanliness an issue, the owners supplies limited the use of the refrigerator, a door was missing from the shower, the power went out @ 4am and the owner could not be reached the entire morning (multiple phone calls) no electricity, heat or water and we had to leave early (obviously not there fault), poor deck stone work leading to treacherous steps and walkway. Potentially a great rental, but needs work and care.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

john b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House for me +4
My friends and I, all 42 and from different cities, stayed at the house over Memorial Day weekend. We came with enough groceries for the 3 nights to not have to leave and stay on-site we did - that’s how much we loved this house. We did manage to walk down to the water but be warned there is quite a bit of elevation change and it’s probably 200 yards before you bisect the trail. We cooked for every meal without want for any other gadgets, bowls, plates, glasses, or cutlery. We had one fire and spent a lot of time on the back patio. The stars were amazing! Boulder is a quick 15 minute drive down a winding road but as I mentioned before we just stayed in the house. There are three types of coffee makers, a large blender, a large fridge/freezer, a big bbq grill, tons of pots/pans, etc…. The owner was very responsive and even gave us some good recommendations. Probably the best thing I can say is that I will certainly be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roman B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home in Boulder
I was very impressed with the property. I feel the online pictures do not give it justice. As soon as we walked in we were immediately stunned with the home. It is beautifully decorated giving the house a warmth not portayed in the photos. The outside area has numeours sitting ares so that you can enjoy the beautiful landscapes. The owner was very easy to communicate with and you could tell they authentically wanted to provide a great experience. The location is spectacular, but keep in mind it is a little over 10 miles from boulder which takes about 30 minutes to get to because of the switchback mountain- I would highly recommend grabbing whatever your essentials may be before coming to the house. Overall it was a great experience with all of us in agreement that this was one of, if not the nicest,places we ever rented. If I ever returned to the area I would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Drew
Wonderful place!:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jayne S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Great location, not a great VRBO experience
This property overlooks the Gross Reservoir, but is should be a three-season rental due to weather and a gnarly access road. We booked 3 days for a family Christmas gathering, attracted by a view, wood stove, outdoor grill, fire pit and hot tub. Irene reminds you this is HER house. You literally walk into "just" a house, with no welcoming hospitality (like a few shelves/drawers to store personal things, soap and towels in the bathrooms, firewood, propane for the grill, or a shoveled driveway). There WAS a festive Christmas tree The house was mostly clean (except for refrigerator handles and moldy leftover coffee grounds in the coffee maker - yuk!). Cabinets were disorganized, making cooking a scavenger hunt to find pots, pans, dishes, etc. We never found dishtowels, wash clothes in messy linen closet or dish soap - but did find brake, wheel and engine cleaners under the sink). The blizzard of 2022 across the Midwest delayed our arrival by a day. We arrived to find 8-10 inches of snow on the sloping driveway (it had snowed three days prior - I had asked the host about the roads with a vague response). My son rummaged for a snow shovel and spent 30 hard minutes shoveling a path for the cars. We could not believe that Irene did not have a service to do this. When we have rented ski houses or condos, the host always has shoveled paths, driveways and parking spots. We shoveled around the grill (a nice one similar to what we have at home), which started initially, but then went out -- propane tank was empty, so we had to adapt our traditional recipes to the broiler. Son had some wood in his car, which helped keep warmth in the house with fierce winds outside. The furnace tried - but kept going to eco mode so we had to reset often. In fairness, Irene had warned us of this and told us what to do. It was too cold and windy to use the fire pit or hot tub. I alerted Irene to our problems before writing a review, and asked if she would consider a partial refund for our missed day and the shoveling and cleaning we had to do. She went crickets. Our displeasure is not with the weather per se (traveling in winter always has its challenges) as we are pretty adaptable and understanding. But we don't feel Irene understands what it means to be a good VRBO host, or what guests expect of the experience, especially with the rates she is charging. We were highly disappointed with our host's lack of response.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Your host

Host profile image
IRENE VILAR (Arecibo, Puerto Rico) is a mother, NatureRX enthusiast, author, publisher, environmental and cultural artivist, and founder and executive director of the Colorado and Puerto Rico based environmental nonprofit Americas for Conservation + the Arts 501(c)(3). Vilar has been an active public speaker for multicultural literacy, reproductive and mental health, environmental justice, and access/equity issues in connecting communities to the outdoors. Since the publishing of Vilar’s first book in 1996, she has given numerous academic lectures and workshops on writing, reproductive health, and environmental justice. A Guggenheim Fellow, Vilar is also a member of the Oxford Union Debate Society and a recipient of the City of Denver Office of Sustainability Community Builder 2016 Love This Place Award as well as the 2017 Mayor’s Awards for Excellence in Arts & Culture Imagine 2020

Why they chose this property

Home features a welcoming open floor plan, charming kitchen, dining area w/ those views! Sunken living room opens to large brick patio for indoor/outdoor living! Three bedrooms and a family room that can serve as a fourth sleeping area can accommodate up to ten guests in mountainside magic. Charming cozy interiors with majestic views and a provide more than adequate space with our large lawn space and outdoor playground.
Five Favorite Features:
Majestic views of mountains and lake make you feel you are a bird in a tree nest!
Walking down the hill in front of the house with inflatable paddle boards backpacks (we have two!) and launching right on the sandy shore!
Walking the many national forest and Boulder county trails around the house!
Family bonding in our therapeutic round jacuzzi under the stars!
Grilling your favorite meal on the large patio facing the lake!
Taking the kayak to the many inlets of the lake and the famous Forsythe Canyon Creek Falls (you can walk to them from the house as well along the perfect Forsythe Canyon Creek Trail)!
- yes, yes, yes!
A quick jaunt to the best shopping and restaurants in town just 15 minutes down a most spectacular mountain car ride! Going up and down Flagstaff mountain is not a drag but an awe like experience in itself!
*THREE NIGHTS MINIMUM RENTAL (INQUIRE FOR EXCEPTIONS)

Other things to note
*THREE NIGHTS MINIMUM RENTAL (INQUIRE FOR EXCEPTIONS)

What makes this property unique

This home is pure NatureRx !!
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